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      community Microneedling regime – frequency and depth

      in Microneedling  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling frequency and depth, with suggested protocols involving 0.3mm every day before applying topical treatments like Minoxidil or Finasteride, and 0.5-1.5mm once or twice a month for wounding.

      community Started fin and min on 05/02/2024

      in Progress Pictures  753 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride daily and Kirkland 5% minoxidil twice a day since 05/02/2024, along with occasional microneedling. The user reported initial headaches but no longer experiences them.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community Verterporfin combined with hairline lowering?

      in Technology  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Verteporfin might be a potential cure for hair loss and could heal scars, which may lead to natural-looking results when combined with hairline lowering surgery. One person suggests waiting to see if verteporfin actually works as claimed.

      community Tressless When They See Verteporfin Results

      in Transplants  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of Verteporfin, an FDA-approved drug, for hair loss treatment, particularly in combination with microneedling or PRP. Users express hope and curiosity about its application, while some remain cautious due to the need for more extensive testing.

      community could Tretinoin alone cause regrowth?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has maintained their hairline with finasteride for 5 years and saw no results from minoxidil. They are inquiring if tretinoin alone can cause hair regrowth.

      community Things I use to reverse my Hair Loss

      in Advice  13 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user uses finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, and dermarolling along with various supplements, oils, and shampoos to combat hair loss. They adjusted their routine based on feedback, changing dermarolling to once a week and reducing zinc intake due to side effects.

      community Is microneedling + minoxidil better than oral minoxidil

      in Chat  29 upvotes 3 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered more effective for hair regrowth than topical minoxidil, but it carries higher risks. Combining microneedling with topical minoxidil can enhance absorption, but oral minoxidil with microneedling shows significant results.

      community Vertoporfin research update by Dr Bloxham

      in Research/Science  71 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of verteporfin in treating hair loss, with some users reporting positive results and speculating that it could lead to a cure for baldness. Others are skeptical, and there's a debate on the effectiveness of verteporfin for regrowing hair and reducing transplant scars.

      community My progress story for my hair loss treatment

      in Progress Pictures  403 upvotes 1 year ago
      User's hair loss treatment progress includes 1 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg minoxidil tablets twice daily, microneedling 3 times a week, and Fungoral shampoo twice weekly. Good progress and minimal side effects reported.

      community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

      in Microneedling  292 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

      community What is the options after unsuccessful dut+minox 2x a day?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been experiencing aggressive hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole, and derma rolling. Suggestions include continuing current treatments, considering RU58841, checking for deficiencies, and possibly trying collagen supplements or oral minoxidil.

      community Six month topical min/fin check-in.

      in Is this regrowth?  270 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is pleased with increased hair density and thickness after six months of using topical minoxidil and finasteride. They plan to continue the treatment and consider adding dermarolling for potentially better results.

      community Wtf have we been doing for the last 30 years

      in Treatment  548 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride work but have side effects. A permanent cure is still not available due to the complexity of hair loss and limited investment.

      community How does it feel to microneedle at 0.3mm?

      in Microneedling  17 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, with one user trying 0.3mm daily without feeling pain and questioning its effectiveness. Another user suggests that 0.3mm is too shallow and recommends 0.5mm twice a week or 0.75mm once a week for hair growth.

      community Any New Findings or Interesting Research?

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about seeking new research on hair loss treatments beyond the commonly known ones like Minoxidil and Finasteride. Additions to the list of treatments include topical caffeine, alfatradiol, fluridil, stemoxydine, and upcoming treatments like TDM-105795 and verteporfin.

      community Fats on your Head to Stop Hair Loss?

      in Research/Science  140 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of long-chain unsaturated fatty acids, like oleic and linoleic acid, as an additional treatment for hair loss, which may inhibit the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to DHT and promote hair growth. Users humorously suggest using oils topically and discuss other hair loss treatments, but the main focus is on the science behind fatty acids and their role in hair health.

      community 48 days of Fin, Min, and Dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  1744 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for hair loss for 2-3 years, and added 5% topical minoxidil and daily 1.5mm dermarolling to their routine 50 days ago, which resulted in significant hair growth. The user recommends dermarolling along with minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community Latest verteporfin update (9/11/2022)

      in Research/Science  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      Research and science related to a minor improvement in hair growth caused by the use of verteporfin, as well as potential treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.