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      community Crushed topical finasteride with minoxidil

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user is trying a DIY method of mixing crushed finasteride tablets with minoxidil for hair loss treatment, seeking feedback on its effectiveness. Some users express skepticism about the absorption of finasteride through the skin, while others mention anecdotal success.

      community minoxidil and tretinoin usage

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, and recently added tretinoin to address hair loss, specifically around a receding hairline. They are seeking advice on application methods and mention experiencing mild skin rashes potentially from tretinoin.

      community What’s the view on stemoxydine?

      in Product  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      Stemoxydine may work synergistically with minoxidil and finasteride for hair growth, but its effectiveness is debated, with some users experiencing minimal results and concerns about cost. Users suggest sticking to proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while considering stemoxydine as an additional option.

      community Tretinoin and Minoxidil effectiveness

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil absorption, potentially improving hair regrowth when combined with microneedling. Users discuss various treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and microneedling, with mixed results and concerns about side effects and scarring.

      community 4 months Oral Minoxidil 1.25 mg Daily (33 M)

      in Progress Pictures  520 upvotes 3 years ago
      This user, "ediblediety", has been taking oral minoxidil (1.25 mg daily), keto shampoo and occasional derm-rolling for 4 months to treat their hair loss, and they have experienced a shedding phase after the first few weeks of use. They report improvements in the thickness of their facial and body hair, but note that this may be daunting to women.

      community Got my tretinoin .025% script. Will keep you boys updated.

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using tretinoin with topical minoxidil for hair regrowth, despite previous non-response to minoxidil and concerns about oral minoxidil's heart risks. The user is also on dutasteride and is considering a hair transplant if other options fail.

      community Oral minoxidil - how important is dermastamping?

      in Microneedling 7 months ago
      A trans woman is using 10 mg oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and estradiol for hair regrowth and is also doing dermastamping despite the pain. Users discuss the benefits of dermastamping for serum absorption and hair follicle stimulation, with some expressing surprise at the high minoxidil dosage.

      community Flakey scalp due to minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause scalp flaking and dryness, often due to its alcohol content. Switching to foam minoxidil or using antifungal shampoos like Ketoconazole may help reduce these side effects.

      community Using liquid cetirizine as a topical?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using liquid cetirizine as a topical treatment for hair loss. It mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.

      community Oral minoxidil dosage timing. And Is tretinoin a gamechanger?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering splitting their 5 mg oral minoxidil dose into two 2.5 mg doses and is asking about starting tretinoin on the scalp, questioning if it should be used alone initially or with topical minoxidil. They also inquire if tretinoin significantly improved their hair loss treatment.

      community Strange results using oral finasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced mixed results with hair loss treatments using finasteride and oral minoxidil. After reducing dosages and adding creatine, he noticed shedding, but switching back to higher doses and changing to pea protein may help regain progress.

      community M30, month 4 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  125 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 30-year-old male is using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and various supplements for hair loss, reporting no sexual side effects but experiencing tinnitus. He stopped microneedling and tretinoin cream, saw quick results, and experiences low-intensity shedding.

      community Derm stopped me from using Minoxidal

      in Update  55 upvotes 7 months ago
      A dermatologist advised stopping minoxidil due to heavy shedding, suggesting alternative treatments like Betaval Lotion and supplements, but many users disagreed, recommending continuing minoxidil and adding finasteride for better results. The conversation highlights skepticism about the dermatologist's motives and emphasizes the importance of understanding the type of hair loss before choosing treatments.

      community I can finally sleep at peace😔🙏

      in Satire  1674 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses various methods of applying minoxidil for hair loss, with some users suggesting oral minoxidil as a more convenient option despite potential side effects. The original poster jokes about using a red light helmet with mesotherapy needles for continuous minoxidil application.

      community Duoxidil / Dutasteride/ Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  83 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with hair loss treatments, including Duoxidil, oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and biotin, noting no side effects and effective results. The user plans to start a new cycle of Dutasteride and PRP sessions.

      community Progress finasteride and minoxidil + problem

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair improvement in the central and back areas after using finasteride, minoxidil, and a galenic lotion, but the temple area is worsening. They suspect the lotion might be causing the issue and are considering stopping its use.

      community 21M in Egypt Seeking Oral Minox Alternatives Due to Safety Concerns with Cat

      in Treatments  371 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user in Egypt is seeking alternatives to oral minoxidil, which is banned there, after stopping topical minoxidil due to concerns for their cat's safety. Suggestions include drinking diluted topical minoxidil or making homemade minoxidil tablets, but these methods carry significant risks and are not recommended.

      community Hair has only gotten worse ~10 months on minoxidil.

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride and topical minoxidil, and is considering switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. They also tried microneedling and tretinoin with minoxidil, and are exploring Sulfogenz topical minoxidil.

      community M25 - Topical Fin 0.3% Min 6%.

      in Progress Pictures  23 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 25-year-old is using a nightly routine of topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6%, along with a derma roller and Nizoral shampoo, to address crown hair loss. The user reports no side effects and noticeable improvement over 2.5 months.

      community 9 months minoxidil and finasteride update? Progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for 9 months to address hair loss, reporting slow but noticeable progress with some regrowth. They also occasionally used a dermastamp and shared photos to show their progress.