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      community Microneedling. What is your approach?

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 7 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 Is this how microneedling should look?

      in Microneedling  11 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about the correct way to do microneedling for hair loss, with some users suggesting the user is pressing too hard and causing too much bleeding, while others think the amount of blood is fine. Specific treatments mentioned include microneedling, with advice to disinfect the roller and possibly use a shorter needle length.

      community Is it ok to use minoxidil and other topicals simultaneously?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about whether it's safe to use minoxidil with a mix of stemoxydine, RU58841, alfatradiol, and tretinoin at the same time for hair loss treatment. Concerns were raised about the absorption and effectiveness when these treatments are applied together.

      community New Study - Flavonoids More Effective Than Finasteride?

      in Research/Science  148 upvotes 1 year ago
      A recent publication suggests that the flavonoids eriocitrin and silymarin may be more effective than finasteride in binding to the enzyme responsible for hair loss. People in the conversation are skeptical about the effectiveness and safety of these flavonoids until tested on humans, and some discuss their personal experiences with other treatments.

      community Safe to dermastamp twice a day at low depth?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the safety of using a dermastamp at 0.25mm depth twice a day when applying Minoxidil. The user seeks confirmation on whether this practice is safe despite mixed opinions.

      community 21 Month Finasteride+13 Month Minoxidil+2 Month Stemoxydine

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  88 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a 21-month treatment of hair loss using Finasteride, a 13-month treatment with Minoxidil, and a 2-month treatment with Stemoxydine. Replies suggest enhancing results by adding a micro needling pen and tretinoin to the regimen, and consider Finasteride and Minoxidil as crucial treatments.

      community CAUTION: My Experience with RU58841

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced concerning side effects like throat irritation, shortness of breath, chest pain, and testicle pain after using RU58841 for hair loss, despite also using finasteride and minoxidil. Other users shared mixed experiences, with one advising to stop using RU58841 due to similar side effects, while another reported significant hair loss reduction without side effects.

      community For people with overly oily hair, does topical finasteride/dutasteride/antiandrogens (like RU or Pyrilutamide) reduce sebum overproduction?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses whether topical finasteride, dutasteride, or antiandrogens like RU58841 can reduce sebum overproduction as an early indicator of their effectiveness in treating hair loss. It suggests that while hair growth may take months to observe, a decrease in oiliness could be a quicker sign of a product's action.

      community 148 Days Minoxidil+Finasteride Topical, Keto Shampo 2x Weekly

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 1 year ago
      Treating hair loss with a combination of topical minoxidil and finasteride, as well as keto shampoo twice weekly; other treatments such as microneedling and oral finasteride were discussed but the user is hesitant due to potential scarring. Additionally, another user suggested switching to oral minoxidil for further gains.

      community Dr Kyle Gillett on topical Dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  56 upvotes 2 years ago
      The potential effectiveness of topical dutasteride, as well as other hair loss treatments such as finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and various vitamins. Experiences from users who have used these treatments were shared.

      community Coconut oil and hair maintenance

      in Chat  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 28-year-old male on TRT with a family history of MPB reports that consuming 1-2 tbsp of virgin coconut oil daily reduces hair loss and improves hair condition. Stopping the oil leads to increased hair fall and dryness.

      community Finasteride gives me seb derm. Thoughts on zinc or other options?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.

      community Dr. Kyle Gillet on Dr. Andrew Huberman's podcast said dutasteride mesotherapy blocks DHT conversion only in the scalp and called it the most promising topical currently. What's the scoop?

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dr. Kyle Gillet mentioned on Dr. Andrew Huberman's podcast that dutasteride mesotherapy blocks DHT conversion only in the scalp and is the most promising topical treatment. Users discussed concerns about systemic absorption and the practicality of dutasteride injections.

      community Derma roller guide

      in Advice  66 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation provides advice on using derma rollers, stamps, and pens for hair loss, detailing types, usage, cleaning, depth, frequency, and caution with topicals like minoxidil. The user plans to replace a roller with a pen for better accuracy and safety, and uses a castor oil/rosemary oil mix post-needling.

      community LPT: Sebhorric Detmatitis Treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 7 years ago
      Mixing Nizoral and T-Gel in a 1:1 ratio and using it three times a week provided relief from persistent seborrheic dermatitis. This treatment is recommended for those with stubborn SD.

      community Spironolactine Update: 2 months (34, Female)

      in Female  20 upvotes 7 years ago
      A female user's experience using Spironolactone to treat Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL) and Androgenic Alopecia, as well as discussing the effectiveness of the drug at different dosages.

      community No hair, don't care! [24/F] :)

       61 upvotes 8 years ago
      A woman with alopecia universalis shares her positive experience of being bald, finding it freeing and less worrisome. She also discusses her skincare routine using Korean products.

      community 37/m, 9 months progress, topical 5%min and 6%Fin

      in Progress Pictures  175 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 37-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth over nine months using a topical solution of 5% Minoxidil and 0.3% Finasteride. He reported no side effects and noted the treatment's effectiveness despite initial dosage confusion.

      community Minoxidil doing wonders already

      in Minoxidil  477 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are effectively improving hair growth, with the user experiencing significant progress in less than two months using topical minoxidil and occasionally finasteride. The user also incorporates wild hair growth oil, tea tree oil, and dermastamping into their routine.

      community 3 years Fin/Om progress update

      in Progress Pictures  365 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been using finasteride since late 2021 and added oral minoxidil in mid-2024, considering adding dutasteride for better results. Users discuss the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, with some recommending ketoconazole shampoo for redness.

      community Liquid Min drinkers be like : “Why is this happening?!”

      in Satire  542 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      People are humorously discussing unconventional and satirical uses of minoxidil, such as drinking it or injecting it, and the potential absurd consequences. The conversation also touches on the ineffectiveness and risks of these methods compared to proper topical application with microneedling.

      community Topical finasteride carrier/vehicle

      in Finasteride  135 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering making a homemade topical finasteride solution using an ethanol-based carrier. They are inquiring if a solution containing partially denatured ethyl alcohol and benzalkonium chloride is suitable.

      community Dermaroller vs dermastamp vs dermapen

      in Microneedling  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      Microneedling is debated for hair loss treatment, with some users finding it beneficial for minoxidil absorption and others skeptical of its effectiveness. Alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil are recommended, while tools like dermarollers, dermapens, and dermastamps are discussed for their pros and cons.