Microneedling combined with latanoprost may convert vellus hairs to transitional or terminal hairs. The user suggests using oral minoxidil to increase vellus hair, then applying a high concentration of latanoprost with microneedling for conversion.
A bald groom was beaten by the family of the bride for wearing a wig. The conversation discusses the cultural stigma around baldness in India and the consequences of deception in arranged marriages.
Hair loss shouldn't dominate your life; focus on confidence and social aspects. Celebrities like Theo James, Henry Cavill, and Ryan Reynolds also experience hair loss but remain attractive and successful.
Melatonin is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with questions about its effectiveness and whether it should be used topically or orally. No specific conclusions or personal experiences were shared.
AMP-303, a new injectable treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showed promising results in increasing hair count and density with minimal side effects. The treatment demonstrated significant hair regrowth and durability, offering new hope for those with hair loss.
The user noticed hair thinning during COVID, tried home remedies, and then started finasteride in March and minoxidil in August. They shared progress pictures of their hair loss journey.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved after six months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no side effects reported. The user plans to taper off minoxidil and is considering oral minoxidil, but is cautious due to potential heart issues.
Trans woman experiences hair thinning despite low testosterone and treatments like finasteride and microneedling. Possible causes discussed include past eating disorder and current stack of medications and supplements.
Peppermint oil at 3% was found to improve hair growth more effectively than Minoxidil. The user is also using a topical caffeine hair growth oil and making their own peppermint solution to combat hair thinning.
A user shared a video suggesting that 0.5mm microneedles are most effective for hair growth. Other users mentioned different microneedle lengths and advised consulting a dermatologist for personalized treatment.
A user shared their 2-month progress using oral and topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, topical rosemary oil, keto shampoo, a derma pen, and scalp massages for hair loss. They reported significant improvement and plan to continue with updates.
Dutasteride at 0.5 mg/day does not significantly alter allopregnanolone levels, but higher doses (2.5 mg/day) do. Dutasteride may also have anti-neuroinflammatory effects, but the impact on neurosteroids is still debated.