TOPICAL DUTASTERIDE UPDATE AFTER 1.5 YEARS...

Summary

In this video, the host discusses his experience with topical dutasteride over the past year and a half for hair loss treatment. He compares it to oral finasteride, noting its effectiveness in maintaining hair but not improving hair on the sides of his head. He also considers trying oral minoxidil for better results and mentions potential side effects and consulting a cardiologist. The host plans to switch back to oral finasteride and contemplates future treatments, including a possible third hair transplant if needed. He encourages viewers to share their experiences and feedback.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video is from a channel called 'hairlicious' focused on hair loss and hair care content.
• 📅 The channel owner has not posted a video for a while and aims to be more active in the community with more content.
• 📈 The channel owner has resolved to create more content as part of their New Year's resolution.
• 💊 The speaker has been using topical Dutasteride for about a year and a half and is providing an update on its effectiveness.
• 🔄 They previously used oral Finasteride but switched to topical Dutasteride to address thinning hair on the sides of their head.
• 💡 The speaker did not experience side effects from topical Dutasteride and found it effective for maintaining hair but not improving the condition on the sides of their head.
• 🌟 They considered trying a liposomal formulation of topical Dutasteride for better penetration but have not yet pursued this.
• 💊 The speaker is contemplating using oral Minoxidil as a hair growth stimulant to address the thinning hair on the sides of their head.
• ⚠️ They are aware of the potential side effects of oral Minoxidil and plan to consult with a cardiologist before starting the treatment.
• 🔄 They plan to stop using topical Dutasteride and return to oral Finasteride, as they found it easier and as effective as the topical application.
• 🌱 The speaker is considering oral Minoxidil before a hair transplant as a last resort to address the thinning hair on the sides of their head.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video?

The main topic of the video is the personal experience and update on using topical dutasteride for hair loss treatment over the past year and a half.

Why did the speaker switch from oral finasteride to topical dutasteride?

The speaker switched to topical dutasteride to see if it would help with the retrograde alopecia, specifically targeting the thinning areas on the sides of the head which oral finasteride did not improve.

What concentration of topical dutasteride did the speaker use?

The speaker used a topical dutasteride solution with a 0.1% concentration, which is 1 milligram of dutasteride per every 1 milliliter of solution.

Did the speaker experience any side effects from using topical dutasteride?

No, the speaker did not experience any side effects from using topical dutasteride.

What was the speaker's personal experience with topical dutasteride compared to oral finasteride?

The speaker found that topical dutasteride was on par with oral finasteride in terms of maintaining existing hair but noticed no significant improvement in the thinning areas on the sides of the head after a year and a half of use.

What is the next step the speaker is considering for treating retrograde alopecia?

The speaker is considering using oral minoxidil as the next step to target retrograde alopecia, as it is believed to be a more effective hair growth stimulant.

What are the potential side effects of oral minoxidil that the speaker is concerned about?

The speaker is concerned about the potential side effects of oral minoxidil, particularly hypertension, and the need to consult with a cardiologist to monitor heart or blood pressure issues.

What is the speaker's plan if oral minoxidil does not work as expected?

If oral minoxidil does not work, the speaker might consider a hair transplant to increase density on the sides of the head, but only after exhausting medication options.

What alternative treatment is the speaker considering if topical dutasteride and oral minoxidil are not effective enough?

The speaker is considering oral minoxidil as an alternative treatment before resorting to a hair transplant to see if medication can improve the condition of the thinning areas.

What is the speaker's final decision regarding topical dutasteride?

The speaker has decided to stop using topical dutasteride and plans to switch back to 1 milligram of oral finasteride tablets.

How does the speaker plan to manage the appearance of thinning hair on the sides of the head if it continues to worsen?

The speaker plans to manage the appearance by possibly cutting the hair short or considering a hair transplant if the thinning becomes more severe.

Outlines

00:00

🌟 New Year Resolutions and Topical Dutasteride Update

The speaker begins by welcoming viewers to their channel, Hairlicious, and encourages new subscribers to stay updated on hair loss content. They express their New Year's resolution to be more active in the community and request suggestions for content creation. The main focus of the paragraph is an update on their experience with topical Dutasteride, which they started using in August 2022. They previously used oral Finasteride but switched to topical Dutasteride to address thinning hair, particularly on the sides of their head. The speaker shares that topical Dutasteride helped maintain their hair with minimal side effects but did not significantly improve the condition of the thinning areas. They also mention considering a comparison between topical and oral treatments and the possibility of trying liposomal Dutasteride for better penetration.

05:02

🤔 Contemplating Oral Minoxidil and Hair Transplant Options

In the second paragraph, the speaker discusses their contemplation of using oral Minoxidil as a potential hair growth stimulant, despite its use as a hypertension drug and associated side effects. They consider starting with a lower dosage and consulting a cardiologist due to potential heart or blood pressure issues. The speaker also contemplates the effectiveness of topical Dutasteride after a year and a half of use, deciding to stop it in favor of oral Finasteride. They address the challenge of retrograde alopecia on the sides of their head, mentioning the possibility of a hair transplant to increase density but also considering the limitations of further hair grafts. The speaker expresses the dilemma of wanting to maintain different hairstyles while dealing with hair loss and concludes by stating they will likely try oral Minoxidil before considering another hair transplant, acknowledging the slow progression of their condition over the past seven years.

Keywords

💡Topical Dutasteride

Topical dutasteride refers to a medication applied directly to the scalp to treat hair loss. The video discusses the user's experience with this treatment over a year and a half, highlighting its efficacy in maintaining hair but not improving the condition of the sides of the head.

💡Oral Finasteride

Oral finasteride is a medication taken in pill form to treat hair loss. The user compares their previous experience with oral finasteride, noting it helped maintain hair but did not improve the condition on the sides of the head, prompting a switch to topical dutasteride.

💡Retrograde Alopecia

Retrograde alopecia refers to hair thinning or loss on the sides and back of the head. The video mentions the user's concern with this specific type of hair loss and their efforts to address it through various treatments.

💡Minoxidil

Minoxidil is a medication used to stimulate hair growth. The video discusses the user's consideration of switching to oral minoxidil to target retrograde alopecia, citing its effectiveness as a hair growth stimulant despite potential side effects.

💡5-alpha Reductase Inhibitor

A 5-alpha reductase inhibitor is a type of medication that prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is linked to hair loss. Both finasteride and dutasteride are mentioned as 5-alpha reductase inhibitors used by the user.

💡Hair Transplant

A hair transplant is a surgical procedure that moves hair follicles from one part of the body to the balding areas. The user discusses their previous hair transplants and considers the possibility of another transplant to address thinning areas if medications are not effective.

💡Liposomal Formulation

Liposomal formulation refers to a method of delivering medication through lipid-based vesicles to enhance skin penetration and drug delivery. The video mentions suggestions for the user to try a liposomal formulation of topical dutasteride for potentially better results.

💡Miniaturization

Miniaturization is the process where hair follicles shrink and produce thinner, shorter hairs over time, leading to hair loss. The user mentions using treatments to prevent further miniaturization of hair, particularly on the hairline, mid-scalp, and crown.

💡Side Effects

Side effects are unintended reactions to a medication. The user notes the importance of monitoring for side effects, particularly when considering oral minoxidil, due to its potential impact on heart and blood pressure.

💡Hair Loss Community

The hair loss community consists of individuals sharing experiences and information about hair loss treatments. The user expresses a desire to be more active in this community by creating content and engaging with viewers to discuss hair loss treatments and personal experiences.

Highlights

Introduction to the video on hair loss treatment updates and community engagement.

New Year's resolution to create more content and be more active in the hair loss community.

Request for audience suggestions on content creation and ideas.

Update on the use of topical Dutasteride for the past year and a half.

Comparison between topical and oral Finasteride and Dutasteride.

Personal experience with oral Finasteride and its effectiveness on maintaining hair.

Switch to topical Dutasteride to address retrograde alopecia.

Description of the topical Dutasteride application and concentration used.

No side effects experienced with topical Dutasteride.

Comparison of topical Dutasteride's effectiveness to oral Finasteride.

Lack of improvement in the side of the head's hair despite using topical Dutasteride.

Discussion on liposomal formulation for deeper penetration and systemic availability.

Consideration of oral Minoxidil as a next step for hair growth stimulation.

Potential side effects of oral Minoxidil and the importance of medical consultation.

Decision to stop using topical Dutasteride and return to oral Finasteride.

Contemplation on hair transplant as a solution for retrograde alopecia.

Personal dilemma regarding hair transplant and styling preferences.

Long-term observation of hair loss progression and future treatment plans.

Call to action for audience sharing their experiences with topical Dutasteride.

Acknowledgment of the lack of studies on long-term effects of topical Dutasteride.

Closing remarks and invitation for comments and questions from the audience.

Transcripts

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hey guys what's going on welcome to

another video on my channel hairlicious

guys are new to the Channel please make

sure to subscribe so you guys are

updated on hair loss and hair

transparent content as well as updates

on current hair loss treatments in the

pipeline so it's actually been quite

some time since I've last posted a video

on my channel and it's actually one of

my New Year resolutions to be able to

create more content and just be more

active in the hair loss community and

hopefully bring about some new content

and and just different varieties if you

have any suggestions on content creation

or any good ideas please let me know I'm

really open to any you know comments and

ideas that you guys have so that I can

better interact with you guys um in any

ways possible but I finally wanted to

give you guys an update on the use of

topical datasite for the past year and a

half there's been a lot of people that

have been asking me for an update and

just to kind of see you know how it's

been working out for me I know know some

of you guys also wanted me to do a

comparison of topic with theast ride

with uh oral fast ride and I will be

going over that um you know all in this

video today I started using topical

datasite back in August 2022 so it's you

know roughly been about a little less

than a year and a half I was previously

using oral faside 1 mgram once a day but

then decided to switch over to topical

theas ride to see if it would help

mainly with the retrograde alpia if you

guys can kind of see right there it's

pretty thin um and these are just

Afflicted on the sides of my head I

didn't have any side effects from oral

finast ride and it actually did a good

job of helping me maintain my existing

hair um also you know after my two hair

transplants at motion clinic but it

didn't really help improve the condition

on the sides of my hair so I decided to

try hopping on topical toastr for the

next year in hopes of using a stronger 5

Air inhibitor um I was going to go the

or I was going to try the oral

medication route of taking half a

milligram of dutasteride but honestly I

wanted to see if the topical application

directly on the scalp would be more

efficacious uh not so much regrowth but

being able to kind of straighten the

existing hairs um the miniaturize hairs

and the thinness that you know just kept

on persisting so I started using the

topic application of tasterite 0.1%

concentration which is 1 milligram of

datacite per every 1 milliliter of

solution and the one that I was using

was from a company called hemia

Cosmetics I didn't have any side effects

thankfully and honestly speaking it

still did a good job of helping me

maintain my hair I noticed very little

to no miniaturization on the hairline on

the mid scalp or on the crown area and

in my personal experience top with the

tast ride felt like it was actually on

par to that of oral fast ride um however

you know after using it for a year and a

half I still did not see any Improvement

to the hairs on the side of my head head

and I've also had a few people asking me

to try hopping onto a liposomal

formulation of top with theast ride you

know for deeper penetration and systemic

availability and in theory it's likely

to you know have significantly higher

skin permeation compared to

hydroalcoholic solution and conventional

gels there are some studies out there

that show that topical medications

loaded with a liposomal system can

exhibit a higher deposition of drug in

the skin but you know I really haven't

considered that route my ideal Next Step

would be to Target the retrograde

alopecia through the use of oral

monoxido I think in my case a 5 a

inhibitor has done its duty of

preventing further

ministation and what I really want is to

have a grow stimulant to try to revive

and potentially straighten thicken and

even regrow the areas on the sides of my

head there's a lot of people who have

hopped onto oral monox oil and they

started seeing some really incredible

hair growth not just on the scalp but

you know all throughout their bodies

their eyebrows their eyelashes facial

hair and in my opinion it's one of the

more efficacious hair growth stimulants

out there on the market uh the only

thing is that while it's going to be

effective for most people uh most tend

not to use it as a primary source of

hair loss treatment because of the

potential side effects um especially

being that it is a hypertension drug but

like I said I've seen a lot of people a

lot of good Improvement that happen

using you know oral minoxidil even as

monotherapy even without fast ride or to

Tas ride and this is something that I

really have been kind of contemplating

for some time now if I do decide to hop

on oral monoxido I'll likely be taking a

lower dosage initially maybe around 2

and 1 half or 5 milligram once or twice

a day and just kind of see how I respond

and maybe I will up the dosage depending

on how well um you know I obviously

respond I also be talking to you know a

cardiologist to see if there are any

concerning alterations or issues to my

heart or blood pressure because this can

be a side effect for some people that

are on oral monoxil and you know

obviously in the event of Aver side

effects I will definitely stop using it

because you know at that point it's just

not worth risking it for my health you

know um for for for some hair um at

least in my case but nothing's really

set in stone and I really don't have a

timeline on when or if I plan on taking

roox though but I will definitely keep

you guys posted if I do decide to pull

the trigger as far as topical

tasterite um I think having taken it for

the past year and a half is good enough

of a time to assess whether it's been

efficacious or not and it has uh it's

just not to the degree that I wanted it

to be and taking oral fast ride was much

easier than applying a topical and you

know this is currently on top of already

using top monoxido and pyramide so I do

plan on stopping top tropical

dutasteride and jumping back on 1

milligram of oral finasteride tablets

now as far as the retrograde alopecia on

the sides I know it looks pretty bad on

the camera um I did talk to you know

several doctors and the easiest way if

medication doesn't work out is to

obviously get a hair transplant to the

surrounding areas to increase the

density on the sides of my head but I

also don't want to waste additional you

know finite graphs to an area that isn't

going to be my primary concern for hair

loss especially when I can just cut the

you know buzz cut it short uh to keep

the hairs from growing out and limiting

it from looking thin so it's really a

dilemma in my case because there are

also times when I do want to try to grow

it out for different hairstyles so we're

just going to have to wait and see um if

I do continue to thin I'll likely lean

towards oral monoxil before considering

hair transplant only to see if the

medication is going to do anything and

once it gets really bad you know I'm

really going to have to to start

thinking of getting my third hair

transplant I think you know even just a

few hundred graphs implanted onto the

sides of my head is going to make a huge

Improvement but like I said we're going

to have to wait and see uh what happens

I will likely start oral monox first

before considering getting hair

transplant and you know over the past 7

years since my very first hair

transplant the sides unfortunately have

been getting progressively worse but

it's been getting worse at a pretty slow

and steady rate um so I'm going to have

to wait a bit more to see if it

progresses in the next year or so but

yeah that's basically you know the

update for topical theast ride overall

it's been a pretty effective 5 Air

inhibitor um in topical form hopefully

other users have seen better results and

even regrowth if you guys are currently

taking top with tast ride and you know

have seen some pretty good improvements

let me know in the comments below I'd be

pretty interested to see how much of a

transformation top with Tas ride has

been able to bring around for you guys

we don't have much studies backing up

top with the Tas ride and even more so

you know long-term studies or even you

know updates from people that are using

it so it's going to be very helpful to

see how it's been working out for some

of those that are currently taking it

but that wraps it up guys as always

thanks for all of your support make sure

to hit that like button let me know if

you guys have any questions you can make

sure to leave them in the comments below

and until then I will talk to you guys

in my next video take care guys thank

you

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