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      community Topical Prednisolone as hair loss treatment?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is concerned about using Alpicort, which contains Prednisolone and Salicylic Acid, for male pattern baldness. They are unsure if it will help or worsen their condition and are seeking advice.

      community Im struggling with sebderm need help

      in Product  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is struggling with seborrheic dermatitis and plans to try ciclopirox olamine after finding ketoconazole too drying. They are also using finasteride daily.

      community 4 Month Update, 25M, 1 mg Fin and Min Foam Twice Daily

      in Progress Pictures  591 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive hair regrowth progress after using 1 mg oral finasteride and 5% minoxidil foam twice daily for four months. They experienced initial shedding but no side effects, and plan to switch to a cheaper minoxidil foam brand.

      community Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.

      community Dry flakes from topical fin use

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing white flakes and a greasy look from using a topical solution containing 0.025% finasteride, 8% minoxidil, 0.01% retinoic acid, and 1% hydrocortisone. Suggestions include reducing application frequency, using a brush to clean the scalp, and considering alcohol-free alternatives.

      community Is hydrocortisone that bad for your scalp?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hydrocortisone is not recommended for long-term use on the scalp due to potential side effects like thinning and steroid-related issues. Alternatives like foam minoxidil or oral minoxidil are suggested, though foam may be less effective.

      community How do i use tretinoin on the scalp?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about applying tretinoin on the scalp for hair loss, with tips on mixing it with minoxidil foam and using a thin layer to avoid flaking and dryness. Suggestions include exfoliating with rosemary or coconut oil and wearing a hat for sun protection.

      community Hydrocortisone cream

       7 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 30-year-old male with thinning hair and an itchy, oily scalp found that hydrocortisone cream eliminated dandruff and itching and seemed to thicken his hair. He avoided minoxidil and finasteride due to potential side effects and noted that Nizoral and Head & Shoulders worsened his symptoms.

      community Estradiol mesotherapy / idea feedback

      in Female  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using estradiol mesotherapy to replicate hormone replacement therapy results while minimizing systemic exposure. It also covers the use of Spironolactone cream, which reportedly has no systemic side effects, and the potential risks of using bicalutamide and Spironolactone in men.

      community Tretinoin 0.025% cream vs gel ?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the difficulty of applying tretinoin 0.025% cream on the scalp and considers switching to a gel for easier application. It also mentions that a liquid solution, ideally combined with minoxidil, may be more effective for hair treatment.

      community Compounded topicals

      in Female  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      BionicBell discussed using Bimatoprost, a medication typically for eyelash growth, for hair loss and mentioned a compounding pharmacy that can mix it with other ingredients like minoxidil and finasteride. They are seeking advice on using topical finasteride for female pattern baldness and are considering a custom foam combination to maximize hair growth results.

      community 10 months on oral Fin + Foam Min

      in Progress Pictures  144 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's progress with hair loss using oral finasteride and minoxidil foam. The user experienced new hair growth after 6-8 months and had to shave their head a few times, but continued taking the treatments and is happy with the results.

      community What do you think about this prescription

      in Treatment 2 years ago
      The user visited a trichologist due to ineffective topical finasteride treatment for hair loss. The trichologist recommended a new regimen including a two-month course of locoidon (cortisone 0.1%), followed by a solution containing minoxidil, hydrocortisone butirrate, estrone, progesterone, tocopherol acetate, trichosol, and transcutol.

      community How long do you wait to moisturize after using foam minoxidil?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses using 5% foam minoxidil for hair loss and the timing of moisturizing afterward. Users share experiences, with some suggesting moisturizing before application and others recommending alternatives like Nizoral shampoo for dry skin issues.

      community Minoxidil night time application

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      Apply minoxidil at least 1-2 hours before bed to ensure it dries and doesn't transfer to the pillow. Foam dries faster than liquid, and using a satin beanie after drying can help prevent transfer.

      community 3 months update (min, fin, microneedle, ketocanozal)

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 5% Minoxidil foam for three months, 1mg Finasteride for 1.5 months, weekly derma stamping, and Ketoconazole shampoo twice a week for hair loss treatment. They have not noticed any improvement since February and are concerned about baby hair falling out when applying Minoxidil and shampooing.

      community Am I taking out too much foam for a dose? Rogaine Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil 3 years ago
      This conversation discusses the topical application of Minoxidil, with various users providing advice on how to accurately measure a dose and keep it from melting too quickly. Others have shared their experiences using oral finasteride for hair loss treatments.

      community I got prescribed topical finasteride!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user was prescribed 0.3% topical finasteride with 5% minoxidil for use on the temples twice daily, while continuing minoxidil on the full scalp. Replies suggested using the treatment once daily and questioned the logic of treating only the temples, with one suggesting dilution for use across the entire scalp.

      community Help On Topical Finasteride 0.3%

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is seeking advice on a new topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil 3%, Finasteride 0.3%, Progesterone 1%, Hydrocortisone butyrate 0.1%, and Ketoconazole 0.5%. They are concerned about the systemic absorption of Finasteride and plan to do blood tests and a spermiogram before starting.