The conversation discusses the complexity of hair loss causes, suggesting that DHT sensitivity alone doesn't fully explain it. Treatments mentioned include finasteride and dutasteride.
30-year-old uses 1 mg finasteride daily, minoxidil 2x a day, Nizoral shampoo, derma roller 2x a week, and conditioner for 7-month progress. Significant improvement seen after 5 months, with no sideeffects.
A user preparing to start finasteride for hair loss wanted to check for any abnormal bloodwork related to hair loss. They shared their blood test results and learned from another user that their doctor prescribed finasteride without any preliminary tests.
User's 2-month progress with hair loss treatment includes Ket 3x a week, Min 2x a day, Dut 0.5 every other day, Vit D 125mcg daily, and PRP once a month. Users discuss treatment effectiveness, sideeffects, and alternative solutions.
Korea launched its first OTC oral hair loss drug, dexpanthenol B5. Users discuss its anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory effects but note a lack of efficacy studies.
Tretinoin's effect on hair loss is debated; some say it improves minoxidil's effectiveness, while others claim it causes hair loss. Treatments discussed include tretinoin, minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermarolling.
A 14 year old who is experiencing hair loss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hair loss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hair loss.
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of Finasteride, Nizoral, and dermarolling; potential results from these treatments are discussed, along with potential sideeffects.
A 34-year-old male has been using Minoxidil for 9 years and Finasteride for 1 year, experiencing some shedding but overall hair improvement, especially at the crown. He is considering derma stamping for better tracking of temple progress.
The conversation discusses concerns that Minoxidil may cause skin aging, like collagen depletion and puffier faces. Some users suggest that a good skincare routine or collagen supplements might prevent theseeffects.
The conversation is about creating a natural hair loss topical using ingredients like cetirizine, Zinc Sulphate Heptahydrate, Safflower Extract, Ricinoleic Acid, and others. The user is seeking input and collaboration on this topical formula.
A user who experienced hair loss at age 23, but started treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, dermarolling and biotin vitamins at age 32 and saw significant regrowth results in 1 year. Treatment methods such as rolling their head on the carpet were also discussed.
A user shared their positiveexperience with finasteride for hair loss, noting improved hair thickness and some regrowth after a year of use. They also mentioned using peppermint oil, collagen, Nizoral, zinc supplements, and hair and mane shampoo and conditioner.
A user shared their 13-month experience using finasteride and ketoconazole 2%, reporting significant improvement in hair growth, especially in the crown and temple areas. They also mentioned occasional use of biotin, multivitamins, and zinc, but noted recent increased shedding and hair loss in unexpected areas.
The conversation discusses dosing for 1000mg Pumpkin Seed Oil tablets and compares its DHT-lowering effects to finasteride. The user considers splitting the tablets to achieve a 500mg dose.
A woman's experience with Spironolactone as treatment for female pattern hair loss, including theeffects of increasing dosage and her doctor's recommendation to try finasteride if no results are seen after 6 months. Other users have also shared their experiences with using finasteride for this condition.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments and multivitamin recommendations. The user mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, biotin, procyanidin B-2, floral oils, and Viviscal.
The conversation is about a user's hair growth progress after 9 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride, along with dermastamping. The user reports improved hair health and color, with some visible scalp remaining, and no sideeffects from the treatment.
Minoxidil stopped working for OP after 3-4 years, leading them to add tretinoin to their routine. Users suggest trying finasteride for long-term results, despite concerns about sideeffects.
The user has been using oral minoxidil and dutasteride since September 1, 2024, and added 5% topical minoxidil and a dermaroller in October, noticing regrowth, especially with the addition of topical minoxidil. They plan to consider finasteride for further improvement and haveexperienced some increased body hair growth from the oral minoxidil.
Dutasteride and finasteride can significantly slow or halt hair loss, with some users experiencing regrowth, but results vary. Lifestyle factors and individual genetic predispositions also play a role in hair loss outcomes.
The conversation discusses obtaining tretinoin without a prescription in Europe and its use to enhance minoxidil absorption for hair loss treatment. Users share sources, experiences, and application methods for tretinoin, with some noting sideeffects like increased shedding.
A user shared their one-year hair treatment results using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, reporting thicker hair without sideeffects. Others discussed similar treatments, noting improvements in hair thickness and hairline appearance.
Hair loss treatments like Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil may not work for everyone, as some individuals experience no improvement despiteextensive use and research. Genetic factors can play a significant role, and standard treatments may not beeffective for all.