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      community Hair shed after adding tretinoin with topical minoxydil

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Adding tretinoin to a minoxidil routine can cause initial hair shedding, which may be normal as it potentially increases minoxidil's efficacy. Users suggest being cautious with tretinoin application, especially around microneedling, to avoid increased systemic absorption.

      community just saw my hair under harsh sunlight and devastated..

      in Chat  121 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss struggles and treatments, including oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, and RU58841. Users share experiences and advice, suggesting options like topical minoxidil, microneedling, hair transplants, and scalp micropigmentation.

      community Rolling + Essential Oils - Please Help

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride (2mg daily) to halt hair loss and is considering dermarolling with essential oils (Rosemary, Thyme, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Lavender, Jojoba) to restore the hairline. They are hesitant to use Minoxidil due to concerns about losing gains if they stop.

      community day 107 of kx826 .5% . 1+ years on topical minoxidil.

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil for over a year and added kx826/pyrilutamide to improve hair growth, avoiding finasteride due to side effects like lowered libido and panic attacks. They report positive results with reduced shedding and healthier hair, particularly in areas previously unresponsive to minoxidil.

      community Tretinoin can make it worse!!!

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.

      community Opinions on LLLT? Is it useless after stopping it?

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is considered expensive and may not provide significant benefits, with some users suggesting alternatives like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Many users report limited success with LLLT and similar treatments, recommending more proven options instead.

      community Thinking about my making own CB-03-01 (Breezula). Thoughts?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced side effects with both oral and topical finasteride and is considering making their own hair loss treatment using CB-03-01 (Breezula) mixed with minoxidil due to fewer reported side effects. They plan to use a lower concentration than what was used in trials.

      community Does Peppermint oil have a shedding phase?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user has been using peppermint oil with caffeine on their scalp and is experiencing more visible scalp, questioning if it's a shedding phase or ineffective treatment. Another person suggests the peppermint oil is not working and the user is naturally losing hair, implying that more established treatments like minoxidil or finasteride would be preferred.

      community After 4 months of DREAD SHED it seems to have ended!

      in Chat  70 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced a severe hair shedding phase after switching to a combination pill of finasteride, minoxidil, and B12, but the shedding has now significantly reduced. Other users shared similar experiences, noting that shedding can be a sign of treatment effectiveness.

      community Regression? Has anyone experienced this?

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and is concerned about regression despite consistent use of finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments. The consensus is that this is likely a temporary shedding phase, and adjustments to the dermarolling frequency are suggested.

      community Combine minoxidil, tazarotene, lumigan

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      Combining minoxidil 5%, tazarotene 0.1% cream, and lumigan for hair loss treatment is discussed. The conversation focuses on the safety and effectiveness of using these treatments together.

      community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.

      community Minoxidil is destroying my scalp - please help

      in Minoxidil  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil is causing severe scalp irritation, including itchiness and dryness, for the user. Alternatives suggested include anti-fungal treatments, propylene-glycol-free formulations, and possibly oral minoxidil.

      community Question about making a solution of RU58841

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about making a solution of RU58841 using propanediol instead of propylene glycol due to skin irritation. The user seeks advice on whether this substitution is acceptable.

      community Fin working well but dull orgasm

      in Update  21 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral Finasteride but reported dull orgasms as a side effect. Users suggested waiting for the body to adjust, reducing the dosage, or switching to topical Finasteride to manage side effects.

      community I’m at the party popping finasteride and drinking minoxidil

      in Update  224 upvotes 1 year ago
      People are humorously discussing unconventional and extreme methods of using hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, including vaping, snorting, and injecting. The conversation is filled with jokes and sarcasm about these methods.

      community Pyrilutamide 0.5 or 0.025% topical fin for maintaining?

      in Basic Questions  91 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering switching from pyrilutamide to 0.025% topical finasteride due to concerns about effectiveness and past side effects from a scalp elixir. They aim to maintain hair until new treatments like breezula or GT00029 become available.

      community Oral minoxidil hypertension after stopping

      in General  48 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil (5mg daily) a year ago, saw no improvement, and experienced chest pain and trouble sleeping after stopping. They are considering whether to resume and taper the dosage due to stress and anxiety.

      community Pyrilutamide or RU or cb-03-01?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses using Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment. The user is considering adding a topical treatment and has not experienced side effects from current treatments.

      community Brainstorming: upping your dermarolling game

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about enhancing dermarolling for hair loss by using topical peptides like tb-500 or GHK-Cu to aid in healing and hair growth, and whether anyone has experienced significant results from this method.

      community Minoxidil shed is absolutely brutal

      in Minoxidil  166 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are used for hair regrowth, but initial shedding can be distressing. Consistent use is important, and many users eventually see regrowth and thickening.