A user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and has seen positive results, but is seeking additional treatments to enhance its effects. One suggestion given is to use finasteride alongside minoxidil.
VitaminE is suggested as beneficial for hair follicles. Some users question the dosage and effectiveness, while others share positiveexperiences with vitamins.
The user is considering using P5P to reduce high prolactin levels and is questioning if oral minoxidil could be contributing to the issue. They are also debating whether to switch from oral to topical minoxidil.
The user believes Retrograde Alopecia may be linked to vitamin imbalances, specifically from taking too much VitaminE, A, Zinc, and Selenium, and suggests it could be a middle ground between Androgenic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium. Treatments for hair loss mentioned include Androgen inhibitors and improving lifestyle factors like nutrition and sleep, with topical melatonin also recommended for Retrograde Alopecia.
Hair loss treatment should target dermal white adipose tissue (DWAT) to restore hair follicles. Potential remedies include tocopherol (vitaminE), botox, rosiglitazone, niacin, kojyl cinnamateesters, and ADP355.
A user shared their 7-month hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, daily microneedling, and 9 vitamins, including vitaminE, D, C, B12, biotin, omega 3, and zinc. They also massage their scalp daily and use baby shampoo.
The user reported progress in hair growth after 4 months using 0.5 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and is considering adding RU58841 to block DHT on the scalp. They experienced sideeffects like reduced libido and mild erectile dysfunction, and take supplements like zinc, iron, fish oil, vitamin D, magnesium, and vitaminE.
A 30-year-old man with diffuse hair thinning shared his hair regrowth regimen, which includes increasing Vitamin D intake, taking oral castor oil, using a dermapen, and various supplements like Glycine, K2, VitaminE, Vitamin C, Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate, and a multivitamin. He also mentioned inconsistent use of Minoxidil, Peppermint Oil, Zix, and topical Castor Oil, and negative sideeffects from Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral.
A user is trying to reverse hair loss using vitamins E and D, jojoba oil, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to use Alpecin shampoo and will provide updates on theeffectiveness of this regimen.
A user successfully managed finasteride-induced gyno symptoms by making lifestyle changes, including fasting, avoiding soy, and increasing cardio. They resumed finasteride with a lower dose combined with minoxidil and P7 vitamins without recurrence of symptoms.
After 4 months on oral minoxidil with no significant hair regrowth, a user is frustrated and considering alternative treatments since they can't take finasteride due to sideeffects. Suggestions include natural DHT blockers, lifestyle changes, and other hair care tips.
Nutrafol, a hair loss supplement, has limited and potentially biased research, with one study showing a 10% increase in hair count for women after 6 months but no significant results for men. The user concludes that cheaper, well-studied options like minoxidil may be moreeffective, especially for men, given the lack of evidence supporting Nutrafol.
The user is exploring topical Saw Palmetto as a milder alternative to microdosing topical Finasteride for hair loss, aiming to minimize systemic DHT impact. They plan to experiment with this herbal remedy for a year to assess its effectiveness on their mild androgenetic alopecia without significant sideeffects.
A 41-year-old with over 10 years of hair loss showed progress after 2 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil, dermaroller, DHT blocker shampoo, laser cap, and vitamins B12, Biotin, D3. Commenters are impressed with the results and suggest continued treatment and focus on health for further improvement.
The user is treating hair loss with a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for overall health. They are considering adding tretinoin, stemoxydine/RU, DIM, Boron, and Fadogia Agretis to their routine.
A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate theseeffects.
Rating treatments for hair loss, with the help of GPT-4, according to efficacy, evidence and tolerability; a combination of chemicals from research papers, custom compounds, and some suggestions from other users were included.
A 16-year-old girl is experiencing hair loss, which has worsened despite using minoxidil and multivitamins. Suggestions include broader hormone testing and considering other treatments like spironolactone if the hair loss is due to androgenic alopecia.
Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.
A user is trying to regrow hair using a natural approach without Minoxidil or finasteride, focusing on micro-needling, red light therapy, and various oils and serums. Other users suggest that medical treatments are moreeffective for male pattern baldness.
HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially beeffective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
A user reported that after nearly 2 years of using finasteride with initial hair regrowth, their hairline worsened around day 570 and has not improved significantly since. They are considering switching to dutasteride or changing finasteride brands, while responders suggest the user may not actually beexperiencing hair loss and might benefit from professional help.
User shared 6-month progress using Fin, Min, Microneedling, Biotin, and Ketoconazole Shampoo for hair loss. They microneedle once a week, use 1.25 mg Fin daily, and apply topical Min twice a day.
Hair loss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments likeestrogen and spironolactone can beeffective.
A user shared their 1-year hair regrowth progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride, biotin, dermastamping, and keto shampoo. They reported significant improvement, looking younger, and feeling happier with their hair.
User experienced major hair fall after six months of using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Replies suggest the hair shedding is normal and will improve over time.
A user shared their 1.5-year experience using 0.25mg finasteride daily for hair loss, noting significant hair quality improvements and reduced scalp itch but mild erectile dysfunction. They managed sideeffects with daily 2.5mg Cialis and 5mg citrulline and plan to continue this routine.
The conversation discusses whether it's better to start hair loss treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Opinions vary, but many suggest starting with finasteride due to its shorter half-life and easier management of sideeffects, while others argue dutasteride is moreeffective and has fewer sideeffects.