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      community PSA: Greasy, product laden hair makes the scalp 10x more visible

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Greasy or product-laden hair can make the scalp appear more visible, leading some to mistakenly think they are balding. Proper hair washing and avoiding heavy products can help assess true hair thickness, and treatments like finasteride are used by some for actual hair loss.

      community Advice on homemade / DIY topical finasteride?

       10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about making homemade topical finasteride by crushing pills and mixing them with ethanol and propylene glycol or minoxidil. Users discuss sourcing options and share experiences with DIY solutions.

      community Pumpkin Seed Oil Orally: Safer than Fin with promising results?

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Pumpkin seed oil and saw palmetto are discussed as natural DHT blockers with potentially fewer side effects than finasteride. Users share experiences with these treatments, noting concerns about mental health and side effects from finasteride.

      community DS Labs SOD suppliments, anyone try them?

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about trying DS Labs SOD supplements for hair loss, which contain ingredients like Genistein, B-sitosterol, and Biotin. The user is considering adding these supplements to their existing hair care routine.

      community RU and cetosomal minoxidil topical

       1 upvotes 7 months ago
      Mixing RU58841 with cetosomal minoxidil is discussed due to scalp irritation from ethanol PG vehicles. A mixture of the two turned bright pink when left to dry.

      community Topical solution recommendation

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using finasteride 1mg every other day and seeks a topical solution to complement it, excluding minoxidil. They are considering various combinations of ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, and tofacitinib, with options for nourishing oils and other additives.

      community A Nuanced Look at Microdosing Topical Finasteride

       86 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.

      community What supplements or extra dtuff do you guys do for your hair?

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      OP uses multivitamins, collagen, biotin, keratin, omega-3, satin bonnet, dandruff shampoo, oil moisturizer, and sun exposure for hair care. Users suggest adding antioxidants, probiotics, pumpkin seed oil, vitamin D, iron, and dermastamping.

      community Is this broscience? From More Plates, More Dates

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.

      community Dermastamping — do you use hyaluronic acid as lubricant?

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using high molecular weight hyaluronic acid after microneedling to form a protective barrier, though it's considered expensive and offers marginal improvement. Users share experiences with different microneedling tools like derma rollers, dermastamps, and Dr. Pen, with some opting not to use any products on the scalp.

      community Non responsive diffuse thinning

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, clobetasol cream, and PRP sessions. They seek advice on additional treatments and are advised to check vitamin D, iron, and thyroid levels.

      community ASCEplus HRLV Exosomes with microneedling

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The discussion is about using ASCEplus HRLB exosomes for hair loss treatment, which combines 10 billion exosomes with growth factors, nutrients, biotin, and copper tripeptide. The treatment is expensive and typically administered via scalp injections, but in Europe, it's done with microneedling.

      community Method for creating 0.01% duta topical solution, will this work?

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses creating a 0.01% topical dutasteride solution mixed with minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with concerns about absorption and effectiveness. Some users suggest that dutasteride needs specific formulation for better absorption, while others recommend oral use for practicality.

      community Natural DHT Blockers instead of fin

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, beta sitosterol, pumpkin seed oil, pygeum africanum bark, and nettle root as alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness. Some users report minimal improvement with natural options and better results with finasteride or dutasteride, despite concerns about potential side effects.

      community RU58841 mixing with water solution

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      RU58841 is being mixed with Minoxidil solution, but concerns arise about water causing instability. Mixing with water may lead to hydrolysis, potentially reducing effectiveness.

      community 14 Month Topical Fin/Min .1%/10% + microneedling update

       31 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reports progress in hair regrowth using topical finasteride/minoxidil, microneedling, topical dutasteride, latanoprost, and MSM supplements. They express frustration over the lack of interaction on progress posts compared to trivial topics.

      community PG free Ru58841 solvent in the UK

       2 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses finding a PG-free solvent for dissolving RU58841 in the UK, with glycerin suggested as a potential alternative. Water is also mentioned as a possible option.

      community What Hinders the Absorption of Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Silicone and dimethicone in shampoos may hinder Minoxidil absorption, while Tretinoin and microneedling can enhance its efficacy. Users discuss applying Tretinoin before Minoxidil, waiting for it to dry first.

      community Sea salt spray for thin, oily hair

       8 upvotes 2 years ago
      Sea salt spray is recommended for adding volume and managing oily, thin hair. It's affordable and effective, with store brands being a good option.

      community Microneedling and miniaturized hair follicles depth

      in Microneedling  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling at depths greater than 0.6 mm may damage miniaturized hair follicles, with 0.5 mm showing better results for hair regrowth. Combining microneedling with minoxidil enhances absorption, but caution is advised to avoid damaging follicles.

      community Shoutout to Zinc pyrithione and Piroctone olamine

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Zinc pyrithione and piroctone olamine are effective for reducing hair shedding, possibly more so than ketoconazole. There is a concern about zinc pyrithione shampoo interfering with minoxidil, but it's unclear if this is proven.

      community Finasteride: 1 month microscope update. Before vs After

       27 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user observed some regrowth and longer baby hairs after one month of using finasteride, despite experiencing increased shedding. They noted no side effects except for clear semen.

      community Clascoterone - Why are there so few posts if it’s already on the market?

      in Chat  34 upvotes 8 months ago
      Clascoterone is being discussed for hair loss, but its current acne formulation may not be suitable for scalp use due to potential skin irritation and lower dosage compared to Breezula. Users mention other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide, with some expressing skepticism about clascoterone's effectiveness for hair loss.

      community Low Porosity Hair with hair fall - looking for help

       3 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing hair fall and is using a nonsulfate Maui Hibiscus shampoo and conditioner, washing twice a week, and applying a warm mixture of castor and olive oil. They seek advice on a proper haircare regime and product recommendations for low porosity hair.