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GlossarySoft Tissue Augmentation (soft tissue filler)

involves injecting substances to restore volume and smooth wrinkles

Soft Tissue Augmentation, also known as dermal filler or filler injection, is a cosmetic procedure that involves injecting substances like hyaluronic acid, collagen, or fat into the skin to restore volume, smooth out wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. This minimally invasive treatment is commonly used to address signs of aging, such as sagging skin and deep lines, providing a more youthful appearance.

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community Boys I am just a gonner. What on earth is my scalp even going through. Looks like world war 3. Pyril 3 months. Topical melitonin/progesterone/fin, dut, fin, oral min, laser trash, anus stimulation. Nothing. Donor area is decimated 😂.

in Progress Pictures 83 upvotes 2 years ago

Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.

community Peptides that Stop Hair Loss? | In-depth Literature Review Video

in Research/Science 73 upvotes 4 months ago

Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.

community how does my progress look 18M 3 months on fin 1mg daily

in Progress Pictures 277 upvotes 1 year ago

An 18-year-old male's successful hair regrowth after three months of using finasteride 1mg daily. He reported no side effects and other users expressed admiration and curiosity about his results.

community A Different Take on Curing MBP

16 upvotes 5 years ago

Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.

community Dutasteride High Libido. How come we don't talk about this?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 208 upvotes 1 month ago

Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.

community I think we all hop on estrogen. It's the only angle

in Satire 83 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and topical 17 alpha estradiol, with some users joking about transitioning to female to avoid baldness. The overall tone is satirical, emphasizing self-acceptance and the lengths people might consider for hair restoration.

community Minoxidil and microneedling only - one year progress (m40+)

in Progress Pictures 1336 upvotes 3 months ago

A 40+ male shared his one-year progress using minoxidil twice daily and microneedling once a week, showing significant hair improvement. He also occasionally uses finasteride in a low dosage due to side effects.

community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.

in Research/Science 132 upvotes 4 months ago

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

community Obviously, all of us who are serious take antiandrogens and growth stimulants - what else are you doing lifestyle wise, dietary wise, and regiment wise to maximize your results?

in Treatment 21 upvotes 4 months ago

The user follows a hair loss treatment routine including Propecia, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, and plans to switch to dutasteride. They also focus on lifestyle changes, dietary supplements, and are considering laser therapy.

community DIY treatment... Shedding completely stopped after 1.5 yrs

in Treatment 245 upvotes 2 years ago

Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.

community How to BECOME a RESPONDER to Fin/Dut if you are not responding

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 310 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of this conversation is that the user "DuckSeasonCamelSeasn" found that consuming grapefruit juice prior to taking finasteride or dutasteride helped them become a responder to the medications and regain hair growth. However, there are warnings about potential risks and interactions with other medications, so caution should be exercised.

community What the hell happened in my family genes?

in Chat 116 upvotes 5 months ago

A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.

community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

in Scalp Massage 48 upvotes 2 years ago

People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.

community 9 Month Update - Minoxidil and Finasteride

in Progress Pictures 1565 upvotes 2 years ago

9-month progress using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss. Users discuss treatments, vitamins, and microneedling.

community Iron Overload and Vitamin D Deficiency - Male Hair Loss

in Treatment 19 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitamin D but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.

community Impressed by the progress but think it’s time to go for the transplant?

in Progress Pictures 288 upvotes 9 months ago

The user started taking 2.5mg minoxidil tablets daily and reduced their finasteride dose to 0.5mg due to side effects. They are considering a hair transplant but are unsure if they should proceed now or wait after seeing the effects of the reduced finasteride dosage.

community VERDICT: Do I need microneedling if I run oral minoxidil?

in Microneedling 30 upvotes 1 year ago

This conversation discusses the effectiveness of microneedling for hair loss, particularly when used in combination with oral minoxidil and finasteride. It is suggested that microneedling alone can be more effective than topical minoxidil alone, but it won't have a synergistic effect with oral finasteride. Advice was also given regarding researching treatments further before taking action.

community Why only the top of the head?!

in Chat 2 years ago

Why the top of the head is affected by hair loss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.

community Damn, the trash hormone DHT was losing so hard it pulled the "old social media post" card

in Chat 195 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, tretinoin, stemoxydine, adenosine, castor oil, baicalin, and bimatoprost. The user shares their nightly and morning routines and discusses the role of DHT in hair loss.

community Why do I see so many people here recommend microneedling?

in Microneedling 109 upvotes 1 year ago

The efficacy of microneedling for hair regrowth as either a stand-alone therapy or adjunct to Minoxidil, and whether Tretinoin is a safer and more effective option. Replies include personal accounts from users who have had success with microneedling in combination with minoxidil and peptide serums, as well as considerations of technique, depth, and potential scarring.

community If Minoxidil Beards are permanent, why should Finasteride be unable to keep Minoxidil Gains on the scalp?

in Minoxidil 104 upvotes 1 year ago

Whether Finasteride can keep alive the hair gained by Minoxidil after quitting it, and why beard hairs are not as susceptible to miniaturization. It is suggested that scalp hair may be dependent on Minoxidil and that DHT could be countered with Finasteride to some extent, but there is no definitive data proving this.

community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

in Research/Science 92 upvotes 2 years ago

The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.

community When someone posts a scalp tension theory

in Satire 267 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss theories discussed include poor blood flow, scalp tension, inflammation, and DHT. Treatments mentioned are massaging scalp, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community How do you guys deal with lower libido?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 22 upvotes 3 years ago

A user discusses dealing with lower libido caused by finasteride, considering using ED meds but unsure due to age. Replies suggest natural libido fluctuations, holistic approaches, and managing anxiety.

community My Theory Regarding a Cause and Cure for Androgenetic Alopecia

in Treatment 98 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.

community So we have 20k dollars human like machines available but no new effective treatment for hairloss since finasteride :)

in Chat 237 upvotes 1 month ago

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

community Help! Gyne after 20 years of taking Dut

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 39 upvotes 3 months ago

A 43-year-old experienced gynecomastia after 20 years of taking dutasteride and 7.5mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions include consulting an endocrinologist, checking hormones, and considering Nolvadex or DIM supplements.

community So it turns out Post Finasteride Syndrome was never real?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 271 upvotes 3 months ago

Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community NBC News: Finasteride is increasingly being prescribed even before baldness begins

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 360 upvotes 5 months ago

Finasteride is increasingly prescribed to young men to prevent hair loss, with many users expressing regret for not starting sooner. The conversation highlights the preference for Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil over other treatments.

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

in Chat 158 upvotes 7 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.