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      community Is a topical serum as effective as a topical spray?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses whether a topical serum with 0.3% finasteride, 6% minoxidil, and essential oils is as effective as a spray with the same concentrations but different ingredients for scalp absorption. The user is seeking advice on which formulation absorbs better into the scalp.

      community Any recommendations for a daily shampoo I can use outside of the keto I use twice a week while I’m taking topical finasteride & minoxidil? Currently using purador thinning shampoo.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about recommendations for a daily shampoo to use alongside topical finasteride and minoxidil treatments for hair loss. The user is currently using PURA D’OR shampoo and considering other options, while another user suggests Johnson's baby shampoo and shares their experience with finasteride, minoxidil, and PRP sessions.

      community Hims topical min/fin spray vs serum

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone switching from a hair loss treatment spray with alcohol and propylene glycol to a serum with essential oils, questioning the absorption and effectiveness of the new product. The spray and serum both contain 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil.

      community Uh oh! 20 days?! Could it be so LOL

      in Satire  781 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like olive oil, coconut oil, and finasteride are discussed with skepticism and humor. The conversation highlights disbelief in quick fixes and the ongoing search for effective solutions.

      community Essential Oils shampoo - My 1st experiment

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience with a homemade essential oils shampoo for hair loss after stopping finasteride due to side effects. They reported healthier, shinier hair and new body hair growth but no scalp regrowth yet.

      community Topical solution recommendation

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using finasteride 1mg every other day and seeks a topical solution excluding minoxidil. They are considering various combinations of ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, and tofacitinib, with options for nourishing oils and other additives.

      community Topical solution recommendation

      in Product  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using finasteride 1mg every other day and seeks a topical solution to complement it, excluding minoxidil. They are considering various combinations of ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, and tofacitinib, with options for nourishing oils and other additives.

      community What do I do?

      in Question  6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user is concerned about hair loss and is hesitant to use medications like finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects, and is seeking natural alternatives such as garlic, biotin, and scalp massages. Suggestions include dermarolling, essential oils, and lifestyle changes like exercise and diet to improve blood circulation and block DHT.

      community 1 year topical fin/min coupled with frontal HT

      in Progress Pictures  192 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after one year using topical finasteride and minoxidil, combined with a hair transplant at the front. They switched from oral to topical finasteride due to side effects and are satisfied with the results, especially at the temples.

      community When are we getting a cure to hair loss?

      in Chat 3 years ago
      Potential treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and various upcoming pharmaceuticals, gene editing and cloning. It is suggested that a cure, if found, would be highly profitable due to the large number of people affected by hair loss globally.

      community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

      in Transplants  171 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.

      community A Different Take on Curing MBP

       15 upvotes 7 years ago
      Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.

      community ecklonia cava?

      in Question  5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using ecklonia cava as a natural alternative to finasteride for hair loss. Users share their experiences and opinions on its effectiveness.

      community topical cetirizine to control scalp inflammation

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user applies a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone to address scalp inflammation and is considering adding cetirizine to the mix. They are calculating the correct amount of cetirizine to add to their formula and have paused this approach to retry oral minoxidil.

      community antihistamine for scalp inflammation??

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Cetirizine 10mg daily reduced hair shedding by 50% and lessened scalp itchiness. The user is considering long-term use for scalp inflammation and hair loss.

      community Zyrtec (Cetirizine) antihistamine for hair growth compared to Minoxidil NIH study

      in Minoxidil  35 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hair growth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hair growth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.

      community Cetirizine (Zyrtec), to help with inflammation.

      in Product  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experiences an itchy scalp and finds relief using shampoo and Zyrtec, which helps with inflammation. They are unsure if the issue is related to histamines or seborrheic dermatitis.

      community cb-03-01 research chem (winlevi/clascoterone cream)

      in Technology  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering using CB or clascoterone for hair loss, potentially as an alternative to RU. They're also contemplating asking a dermatologist for topical clascoterone cream to apply to their temple.

      community For those dealing with an unbearable scalp itch/pressure/inflammation.

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using cetirizine (Zyrtec) topically to relieve scalp itch associated with hair loss and suggests it may also benefit androgenetic alopecia (AGA). One person found relief from scalp itch after three months on finasteride, noting the itch was linked to areas where hair was lost.