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      community Am I doing dermastamping wrong?

      in Technology  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user uses a 1.5mm derma stamp weekly for hair loss and applies minoxidil afterward, feeling a slight burn but no bleeding. They question if bleeding, seen in others using a derma pen, indicates proper technique.

      community Tretinoin, any good, what’s your experience

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses using tretinoin for hair loss and skincare. Users share experiences, noting tretinoin's effectiveness in combination with minoxidil for hair and its proven benefits for anti-aging skincare.

      community One year progress on fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  176 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss at age 42. Suggestions included adding dermastamping, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant for further improvement.

      community My Experience and a Discourse on "DUPA"

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user discusses their hair loss experience, exploring various hypotheses including thyroid levels, vitamin D, DHEA, nutritional deficiency, diabetes, seborrheic dermatitis, lack of nutrition to hair follicles, chronic inflammation, female pattern hair loss causes, cortisol, and prolactin levels. They are currently using finasteride, beta-sitosterol, and have tried topical dutasteride and microneedling therapy.

      community Any users of Latanoprost/Bimatoprost?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about using Latanoprost 0.01% solution for hair loss and seeking success stories. It mentions that Latanoprost works differently from Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

      in Research/Science  209 upvotes 6 months ago
      The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.

      community I’m Quitting ketoconazole shampoo

      in Ketoconazole  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is quitting ketoconazole shampoo, believing it worsened their hair condition, and plans to use clarifying, keratin, and pH balanced moisturizing shampoos instead. Another user suggests using conditioner after ketoconazole to prevent dryness.

      community 8-months progress: dermarolling + supplements

      in Progress Pictures  264 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared an 8-month hair loss treatment progress using daily saw palmetto and biotin capsules, weekly dermarolling, and a scalp lotion mix of castor, jojoba, and rosemary oils, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.

      community Microneedling. What is your approach?

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about using microneedling for hair loss treatment, including questions on disinfection and post-treatment care. The user mentions using oral minoxidil and finasteride, and considering dutasteride.

      community Best device for microneedling?

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about someone seeking advice on the best microneedling device to use for hair loss, mentioning pens, stamps, and rollers as options.

      community Rosemary oil as a growth agonist instead of min

      in Chat  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user uses finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping for hair loss. They consider rosemary and castor oil as alternatives to minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

      community Ketoconazole mesotherapy plausible?

      in Ketoconazole  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses using ketoconazole, an anti-androgen, for hair loss and whether mesotherapy with dermarolling could enhance its absorption into the scalp. The user questions if the typical 2% ketoconazole shampoo dose would be effective when used after dermarolling to target androgen receptors in the scalp.

      community New approach: oral and topical min

      in Progress Pictures 6 months ago
      The user is trying a new hair loss treatment combining 1.25 mg oral minoxidil with a daily topical solution containing hydrocortisone, tretinoin, 8% minoxidil, and 0.025% finasteride. They aim to maintain their current hair before considering a hair transplant in Istanbul.

      community When you spray minoxidil all over your face

      in Satire  270 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is a humorous discussion about excessive hair growth due to using minoxidil, with suggestions of laser hair removal and comments on the appearance of the hair. Some users joke about starting finasteride treatment at a young age or being non-responders to hair loss treatments.

      community Growth Stimulants that aren't Minoxidil...?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is exploring hair growth stimulants other than Minoxidil, mentioning Stemoxydine, various peptides, drugs like Latanoprost and Bimatoprost, and natural remedies such as Rosemary Oil and Caffeine. They express concerns about the long-term effectiveness and safety of these alternatives and seek more information on viable options for hair regrowth.

      community Taurine supplements work for hair growth?

      in Product  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses taurine supplements for hair growth, highlighting their potential to reduce DHT and improve hair health. A user comments that people often try alternatives to finasteride.

      community 9 Months update - smp/min/fin/keto/derm

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared a 9-month hair loss treatment update using scalp micropigmentation (SMP), finasteride, minoxidil, derma pen, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT), with plans for a hair transplant. Another person suggested increasing the dosage of finasteride and minoxidil and using a derma roller weekly.

      community Question for all the good Minoxidil responders

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user discusses their experience with minoxidil for hair loss, noting that drinking coffee may reduce its effectiveness. They observed better results with the liquid solution and no coffee compared to using the foam solution and drinking coffee.

      community Sunlight: Does it Stimulate Hair Growth or Hair Loss?

      in Research/Science  61 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether sunlight exposure affects hair growth or loss, with mixed anecdotes and theories but no clear consensus. Some suggest moderate sunlight can benefit hair by providing vitamin D, while others doubt its effectiveness compared to treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.

      community Opinions November to April progress

      in Is this regrowth?  164 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress from November 2023 to April 2024 using 1mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling. The consensus is that there is some improvement and increased density, with expectations of further progress.

      community Scalp Inflammation is eating my hair!

      in Chat  26 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots and hair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.