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      community Just quit nicotine and caffeine

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement and is quitting nicotine and caffeine to see if it helps. Some believe quitting nicotine improved their hair health due to better blood flow, while others are skeptical about the impact of blood flow on hair loss.

      community What's the general consensus on microneedling here?

      in Microneedling  21 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, focusing on optimal needle depth and frequency. Users report varying practices, with some using Minoxidil after microneedling and others suggesting different depths and frequencies based on personal tolerance.

      community Can Fin and Min save my hair? (2 months old)

      in Satire  2167 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation jokes about using hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling on a baby, with suggestions ranging from starting treatment immediately to accepting baldness and focusing on other aspects of life. Some users suggest extreme measures like hair transplants in Turkey.

      community Does lowering serum prolactin lower prolactin in the scalp?

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether not masturbating (semen retention) affects hair loss, with opinions varying but generally dismissing the idea. Some participants mention using hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, but the effectiveness and relation to prolactin levels in the scalp are debated.

      community Creating the Holy Grail Hair Loss Topical

       1 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about creating a natural hair loss topical using ingredients like cetirizine, Zinc Sulphate Heptahydrate, Safflower Extract, Ricinoleic Acid, and others. The user is seeking input and collaboration on this topical formula.

      community SUBE3 for sale in the gray market?

      in Chat  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      SCUBE3 is available online but poses risks like tumor promotion and high costs. Users advise against using it due to health concerns and inefficacy as a standalone treatment.

      community Opinions on LLLT? Is it useless after stopping it?

      in Treatment 2 months ago
      Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is considered expensive and may not provide significant benefits, with some users suggesting alternatives like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Many users report limited success with LLLT and similar treatments, recommending more proven options instead.

      community [24M] 4 month update oral min/fin

      in Progress Pictures  87 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user reported good progress in hair regrowth, especially on the crown, after using oral minoxidil and finasteride for four months and recently switched to dutasteride. The community responded positively, noting realistic progress and offering tips for consistent photo documentation.

      community Anyone tried topical melatonin?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about using topical melatonin for hair retention and its potential effectiveness alongside minoxidil. The user explicitly does not want advice about finasteride.
      The story of RU58841/ PSK3841

      community The story of RU58841/ PSK3841

      in Research  622 upvotes 5 months ago
      RU58841, a potential hair loss treatment, was not commercialized due to marketability issues and lack of long-term safety data. Concerns about its formulation and delivery methods further complicate its use.

      community Are carbohydrates needed for hair growth

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.

      community Fagron TrichoTest says Finasteride won't help

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user received a Fagron TrichoTest indicating that Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil are not effective for them, recommending Latanoprost, Spironolactone, IGrantine-F1 TM, and Trichoxidil instead. Other users expressed skepticism about the test's validity and suggested sticking with proven treatments like Finasteride and Dutasteride.

      community Dutasteride/finasteride theory

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 7 months ago
      Finasteride worked better for frontal scalp hair loss, while dutasteride helped the crown and mid-scalp but worsened the frontal area. The user shared personal experiences and invited open dialogue.

      community Wish me luck,i hope these will help ne regrow my hair

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user hopes to regrow hair using a routine of Min/fin solution twice daily, dermarolling twice weekly, multivitamins daily, and biotin twice daily. Another user doubts the effectiveness of biotin and multivitamins.

      community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

      in Chat  158 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

      community ghk-cu is potent 5-ar inhibitor?

      in Product  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      GHK-Cu is a potent inhibitor of the type 1 5-alpha reductase enzyme in hair follicles, which may reduce hair loss without the side effects associated with type 2 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. The user previously experienced side effects with 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and is considering GHK-Cu as an alternative.

      community Why isn’t anyone talking about this?

      in Research/Science  31 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair cloning is being developed by companies like Kangstem Biotech and Stemson, with potential availability in a few years. Initial costs are expected to be high, but prices may decrease over time.

      community New Study Fails to Show Benefits of Microneedling in Males with Balding.

      in Treatment  157 upvotes 1 year ago
      A new study suggests microneedling alone doesn't benefit male balding, but users argue the study's methods differ from common practices, like combining microneedling with minoxidil and using more frequent treatments. Some believe the study's short duration and infrequent sessions are inadequate to assess microneedling's effectiveness.

      community fluridil (topilutamide) vs. cb-03-01 (clascoterone)

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about comparing the effectiveness of fluridil and clascoterone in preventing hair loss and inquiring about their use as standalone treatments. There is a question about the concentration of the fluridil brand for efficacy.

      community 6 months on Pyrilutamide- no results

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user applied pyrilutamide for 6 months without hair regrowth and is considering stopping due to cost and lack of results. Another user suggests switching to finasteride, which is cheaper and has shown regrowth for them.