In Depth Protocol

Male Pattern Baldness (MPB) is not caused by "poor blood flow" or "clogged pores"; it is caused by Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) shrinking the hair follicle (Miniaturization) until it dies. 5-AR Inhibitors: You must block the enzyme 5-Alpha Reductase (5-AR) that converts Testosterone into DHT. Finasteride Inhibits Type II 5-AR. Reduces Serum DHT by ~73% and Scalp DHT by ~41%. Short half-life (~6 hours). Dutasteride is MUCH stronger, inhibits Type I & II. Reduces Serum DHT by >90% and Scalp DHT by ~51%. Long half-life (5 weeks). The Regrowth: Oral Minoxidil is a vasodilatator. Though low blood pressure is a common side effect, at low doses 1.25mg - 2.5mg(90% Response rate) it has proven to regrow hair everywhere with little side effects (only 4.8%) Placebos: treatments like Biotin, Caffeine Shampoos, PRP, and "Scalp Massages" are effectively placebo compared to 5-AR inhibitors. They have terrible ROI.