Microneedling can still be beneficial when using oral finasteride and minoxidil, with a recommended needle length of 0.5mm to 1.0mm. A stamp or pen is preferred over a roller for microneedling.
A user shared their 2-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride topically twice a day, and Vitamin D3 weekly. They experienced initial side effects like weaker erections and mood swings, which resolved after one month.
The user started taking 0.25mg finasteride daily on 9/19/25, along with using 2% ketoconazole, rosemary oil, and dermastamping. They are hesitant to add minoxidil due to heart palpitations.
KY-19382, an indirubin derivative, is discussed for its potential to stimulate hair growth and create new hair follicles. The conversation seeks experiences with synthesizing, topically applying, or orally administering KY-19382.
A 20-year-old has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for a year but is considering adding oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin due to unsatisfactory results. Opinions vary, with some suggesting patience and others recommending different treatments, but caution is advised against using multiple oral drugs due to potential side effects.
The user mixes their own RU58841 solution and found that increasing the ethanol content improved absorption and reduced scalp itching. A study on minoxidil showed that penetration increased with higher ethanol concentrations, reaching maximum penetration at 90% ethanol.
The user feels hopeless about hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, and having a hair transplant. They are advised to maintain consistency in treatment, consider increasing dutasteride dosage, and explore topical solutions for better results.
RU58841 can be ordered as a powder and compounded at home, but it should be stored at room temperature to avoid crystallization. Pyraulatmide may follow a similar principle.
DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.
The conversation discusses a 3-month update on using topical minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. Users express amazement at the progress and congratulate the original poster.
The conversation discusses organizing group buys and tracking progress for Kx-826 Pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment. Participants express optimism about upcoming results and concerns about self-reporting bias.
A 33-year-old male is documenting his hair regrowth progress using minoxidil, red light therapy, copper peptides, and micro-needling, with noticeable improvement in hair thickness and coverage. He plans to add a topical finasteride/minoxidil spray and aims for a shadow on his scalp rather than a full head of hair.
A user discusses their extensive hair loss treatment regimen, which includes dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, RU58841, various supplements, and lifestyle changes. The conversation includes opinions on the effectiveness and necessity of such a comprehensive approach, with some users suggesting alternatives like microneedling and questioning the high dosage of dutasteride.
Breezula's phase 2 showed reduced efficacy after 6 months, but phase 3 had positive results, causing confusion about any changes made to the drug. There is frustration over the long timeline for hair loss treatments, with some users expressing more interest in other potential treatments like GT-20029.
A user maintains NW2 hair with 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, along with ketoconazole shampoo and derma stamping. They seek advice on more aggressive treatments to achieve NW1.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg minoxidil daily, topical tretinoin three times a week, and topical minoxidil daily from June 2023 to June 2025 without noticeable improvement in hair loss. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride and increasing oral minoxidil to 5mg daily, but concerns about long-term health effects are raised.
A 21-year-old has been using daily oral finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins since January 2026 for hair loss, adding topical treatments and microneedling in May. They observed initial shedding and scalp issues but noted significant progress after adjusting their routine.
A user reports positive results with finasteride, noticing thicker hair and regrowth at the temples and hairline. Another user shares their experience with minoxidil, noting small hairs that haven't grown, and plans to add finasteride to their regimen.
The user experienced hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and finasteride, and later added oral finasteride for maintenance. They reported no side effects and found a specific shampoo helpful for scalp issues.
A 24-year-old shares 4-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss. They report positive results and plan to update in a few months.
Treatments for hair loss, specifically the use of minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841. Replies to this post suggest that users should share relevant information publicly rather than through direct messages.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and needling for 11 months with limited progress and plans to add sulforaphane for 3 months. Another user suggested trying Procyanidin B2 for better results.
User shared 7-month progress of hair loss treatment, using daily 1mg Fin, 2x Min, monthly micro-needling, and ketocoz shampoo. They advise focusing on haircare, diet, and mental health after establishing a routine.
The user is treating hair loss with dermarolling, a laser helmet, scalp massages, and Nizoral. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride and are considering pumpkin seed oil and sulforaphane.
The conversation is about a user offering free unused Eucapil after switching to finasteride for hair loss treatment. The user did not use Eucapil and is willing to give it away locally or ship it if costs are covered.
The conversation discusses a hair loss regimen using natural oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, evening primrose, and sea buckthorn, along with microneedling, niacin, vitamin B complex, and astaxanthin. Some users criticize the effectiveness of this approach compared to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, while others suggest adding saw palmetto and other supplements.
The conversation is about the availability of WINLEVI, a hair loss treatment, and the possibility of getting it compounded. The user is seeking information on when they can obtain the treatment.
The user is seeking advice on adding CB 03-01 to their hair loss treatment, which includes RU58841, Fluridil, Minoxidil, and Pantostin, but cannot use finasteride.
The user experienced reduced hair loss using an online serum but found it too expensive and is seeking a vendor for ptd-dbm. They are also interested in KY19382 but are unable to find it.