A user's experience of slowing hair loss while taking minoxidil and finasteride, and the various treatments suggested to help halt or reverse the process.
A user's 5 month progress with their hair loss treatment which includes topical finasteride and minoxidil, microneedling once every 10 days, and keto shampoo twice a week. Other users shared their own experiences and advice on treatments.
The user shared progress pictures after 5 months of Dutasteride Mesotherapy for hair loss. Commenters noted no visible change or worsening hair condition.
Improvements seen after 5 months of using finasteride, minoxidil and dermaroller for hair loss. The original post was praised by another user for its progress.
A user's experience of using Fin, Min and Microneedle treatments to help thicken their hair before undergoing a Hair Transplant (HT) procedure. The conversation also includes discussion about the results post-HT, including pictures.
The user's progress after using dutasteride for hair loss treatment, and how minoxidil is also a helpful part of this process which can take up to one year to see full effects.
, I’m on fin as well.
This conversation discussed the user's successful results from 5 weeks of taking an oral minoxidil medication and their experience with hair shedding while using it in combination with finasteride.
A 37-year-old person taking 0.25mg of Finasteride daily to treat hair loss, with the goal of saving existing hair rather than regrowing it, who experienced an expected dramatic shed and subsequent improvement in their hair noticeably after 3 months. A 38 year old had a similar experience with the same timeline and result.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment involving a hair transplant of approximately 2500 grafts to the frontal area, daily use of finasteride, twice-daily topicalminoxidil, and daily caffeine shampoo since the hair transplant procedure. One person is skeptical about the improvement in the crown area with just finasteride and minoxidil.
The user tried various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, hormone therapy, dutasteride, microneedling, and natural oils. They plan to continue their regimen and may consider surgical options if results are unsatisfactory.
User "hemantch" shares 5 months progress using topical Fin, Min, topical Dut, and a laser cap for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noticed after 1 month, and the treatments worked well despite being bald for 10 years.
The conversation discusses a 5-month hair loss treatment regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, dermapen (1.7mm), and ketoconazole shampoo, with noticeable hair regrowth. One user notes the hair appears thicker, while another mentions RU58841 is not doctor-recommended.
A user experienced a minor heart attack after combining minoxidil with dermarolling and is considering stopping minoxidil use. They are concerned about hair loss after quitting and are exploring if finasteride or essential oils can maintain hair growth.
An 18-year-old shares a 5-month hair loss treatment progress using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, Nizoral, biotin, and fish oil. The user discusses the effectiveness of finasteride over time and considers continuing the regimen despite suggestions to simplify it.
The user reported significant hair regrowth and thickening after 5 months using finasteride, minoxidil5%, biotin, and derma stamping. They experienced some fatigue but no sexual side effects and plan to continue the treatment.
The user shared their positive 5-month results using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, and supplements like biotin, zinc, iron, and vitamin C. They provided before and after photos and mentioned applying minoxidil even when derma rolling.
Stopping minoxidil led to significant hair shedding, prompting a return to its use despite initial side effects like dark circles and dry skin. Finasteride was also used but seemed ineffective, and there's hope for future treatments like trinov and sandalore.
The user updated on their all-natural hair loss protocol, which includes massages, LLLT, Ashwagandha, Supergreens mix, Vitamin D, Castor Oil + DMSO, a specific diet, and headstands. They reported some hair regrowth and improved hair quality, with plans to continue the regimen and monitor results.
The user reported solid results after 5 months of using 1.25mg finasteride daily, with minimal sexual side effects and some hair regrowth at the hairline. They discontinued minoxidil due to its greasy effect on their hair.
The user is dissatisfied with the results of using 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil for hair thinning and is considering a topical treatment combining finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, melatonin, caffeine, and latanoprost. Another user suggests that high topical concentrations can lead to systemic exposure and recommends using oral dutasteride and microdosing topical finasteride.
A user shared their 3.5-month progress using 1 mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topicalminoxidil nightly, and a dermaroller weekly, reporting no side effects. Others congratulated the user on their progress and inquired about side effects, to which the user confirmed experiencing none.
The user experienced hair regrowth after using 5% topicalminoxidil for over four months, despite initial shedding. They apply it once daily but occasionally skip days due to concerns about collagen production interference.
A 30-year-old man shares his positive experience with a topicalsolution containing 0.1% finasteride, 7.5% minoxidil, tretinoin, caffeine, and fluocinolone acetonide after experiencing side effects from oral finasteride and no results from 5% minoxidil. He reports noticeable hair growth in two months with minimal side effects, attributing success to the new topical combination.
The post discusses the user's experience with topicalminoxidil (5%) for hair loss, showing some improvement after 2 months. Suggestions from others include keeping the hair shorter on the sides and back, adding finasteride for better results, and considering a shaved head look, though the latter was debated for its femininity.
A user shared positive results after 3 months of using 1 mg finasteride and 5% topicalminoxidil daily for hair regrowth. Other users expressed amazement and shared similar experiences, with one noting potential shedding around months 5-7.
The user experienced good hair growth using topicalminoxidil5% and finasteride for 4 months but lost progress after switching to oral minoxidil and finasteride and shaving their head. They have returned to using topical treatments and are seeking advice on similar experiences.