Applying minoxidil to eyelashes is unsafe due to potential eye irritation and chemical burns. Safer alternatives include peptide serums, castoroil, or lash lifts/extensions.
Topical dutasteride 0.05% is more effective for hair growth than oral finasteride 1mg, with minimal DHT reduction. The formulation uses castoroil and MCTs for better absorption but is not widely available until 2028.
A female user discusses hair loss possibly caused by wearing a hijab, considering treatments like derma stamping, hair serum, Nizoral shampoo, rosemary/castoroil, and possibly a hair transplant. Others suggest traction alopecia from hijab use and recommend consulting a dermatologist, with treatments like spironolactone and minoxidil.
The conversation discusses natural, chemical-free methods for scalp health and hair regrowth, such as using oils like rosemary, ginger, castor, and peppermint. It seeks personal experiences and effective routines for hair regrowth, especially after chemo or stress-related hair thinning.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 1mg of finasteride daily, 3ml of topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D, and castoroil, with no side effects. Results appeared after two months, leading to discussions on treatment effectiveness and commitment.
The user reported significant hair regrowth after using 1mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for three months, despite initial shedding. They avoid shampoo and conditioner, using only castor and argan oil, and experienced no side effects.
The user experienced positive hair regrowth using topical minoxidil, along with other factors like shorter hair, castoroil, and hair masks. The user is optimistic about further progress and wants to avoid baldness.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride in January and noticed increased crown thinning, despite using minoxidil with rosemary, biotin, and castoroil. They are concerned about hair loss and considering visiting a clinic for further advice.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and castoroil, highlighting the importance of persistence despite initial shedding. They reported no side effects and encouraged consistency in treatment.
The topical solution with 1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil, using water, glycerin, and PEG-40 hydrogenated castoroil as carriers, is considered adequate for hair loss treatment. Consistent use is recommended, with full results potentially taking up to a year.
The user is using a topical solution containing 1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair loss, with water, glycerin, and PEG-40 hydrogenated castoroil as carrier agents. They are questioning if these ingredients are effective carriers after using the solution for three months.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, peppermint/castoroil with saw palmetto, and plans to start oral minoxidil. The user seeks advice on managing scalp buildup and flakiness from topical minoxidil, especially for curly hair, and considers using both oral and topical minoxidil.
A 29-year-old male experienced hair loss and found improvement using a combination of onion hair oil, castoroil, ketoconazole shampoo, and aloe vera gel with vitamin E, while discontinuing minoxidil and finasteride due to side effects. He emphasizes the importance of scalp massage and oiling for hair growth and reduced hair fall.
The conversation is about a user experiencing hair shedding after using a brand of RU58841, questioning its effectiveness and safety. Concerns are raised about RU58841 being an abandoned research chemical and the use of heavy oils like castor and argan oil potentially affecting absorption.
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, derma stamping, castoroil, biotin shampoo, and a hair lotion over 12 months. They noticed fuller hair and encouraged others to remain consistent with their treatments.
Choosing between two hair loss treatments, with a preference for a higher concentration of RU58841 and 5% minoxidil, avoiding oils like castor and argan that may hinder absorption.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a regimen of minoxidil 5% twice daily, finasteride 1 mg daily, microneedling, ketoconazole 2% twice a week, and occasional castor and coconut oil, along with daily scalp massages. They are optimistic about reversing their Norwood 5/6 hair loss.
The user experienced significant hair shedding and dryness after starting minoxidil 8 months post-hair transplant, despite using finasteride and oils like castor and pumpkin seed oil. They expressed concern over the loss of density and the appearance of a failed transplant.
A user experienced initial hair shedding but saw improvement after three months using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling with castoroil. They shared progress photos and sought advice for further improvement.
The user reported noticeable hair regrowth after one month using biotin, zinc, RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil, micro-needling, and oils like rosemary, castor, and argan. They experienced no side effects from oral minoxidil and finasteride, and they apply topical minoxidil twice daily.
The user has been using Minoxidil 5% for a year and oral Finasteride 1mg for six months, along with a derma stamp, castoroil, and biotin shampoo, to address hair loss. They are experiencing uneven hair growth but are advised to continue their current routine for at least a year before considering a hair transplant.
The user experienced positive hair regrowth using a routine of microneedling every 3 days, applying a blend of castoroil with peppermint and rosemary, bhringraj oil, and moringa oil, and using Pura D'Or DHT-blocking shampoo. They also take multivitamins and saw palmetto daily, reporting no side effects from saw palmetto.
The user is experiencing hair loss and has tried topical finasteride without success due to side effects. They are considering using essential oils like rosemary, castor, and peppermint, and have started using 0.5% Pyriltamide.
OP saw positive results from 4 months of finasteride, vitamin D3, and microneedling. They plan to add rosemary and castoroil but decided against using minoxidil.
A 22-year-old is struggling with hair loss despite using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, castoroil, rosemary, argan oil, and microneedling. Stress and poor sleep are worsening the condition, and they seek advice as current treatments have been ineffective.
User switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to shedding, experienced two sheds, and now uses 5mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mg dutasteride, and 3ml oral castoroil daily. Hair has recovered from the second shed, and the user plans to maintain the current treatment.
A 24-year-old with a high Norwood scale is seeking advice on hair loss treatments and considering a second hair transplant. They currently use topical finasteride and minoxidil, castoroil, and a derma roller, and are advised to switch to oral dutasteride and minoxidil.
A 20-year-old male uses oral finasteride daily, ketoconazole shampoo, rosemary and castoroil, and dermarolls for hair loss. Despite initial shedding and some baby hair growth, he worries these treatments may not be enough long-term.
A user is creating a custom topical hair regrowth serum using minoxidil, bimatoprost, tretinoin, castoroil, and hyaluronic acid. They are also using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and castoroil in their current regimen.
The conversation discusses alternative hair growth treatments to minoxidil, including Stemoxydine, Tretinoin, adenosine, Baicalin, castoroil, Latanoprost/bimatoprost, and Redensyl. Users share their experiences and opinions on the efficacy of these treatments.