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      community Shampoo without salicylic acid

      in Product  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user is seeking a hair-loss shampoo without salicylic acid due to an allergy. Recommendations include using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo (ketoconazole), while avoiding Nizoral Scalp Psoriasis Shampoo & Conditioner.

      community Good recovery to diffuse thinning

      in Chat  15 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 25-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia experienced improved hair condition after using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride, but later faced diffuse thinning and texture deterioration after a shedding phase. Others suggest patience, continued treatment, and using ketoconazole shampoo, with some sharing similar experiences of post-shed thinning.

      community Been on treatment for two months.

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is using ketoconazole shampoo, 5% minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss treatment. It's suggested that adding a DHT suppressant like finasteride could improve results.

      community Shampoo for dry and itchy scalp

      in Product  3 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared that Garnier Fructis SOS repair shampoo with amla oil and liquid vegetal keratin helped with their dry and itchy scalp. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year and found this shampoo effective after trying many others.

      community Good shampoo recommendations - improve thickness and health

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about finding a good shampoo to improve hair health and thickness, with recommendations including ketoconazole, pura’d’or, Head & Shoulders Dermaxpro, OGX Argan Extra, and OGX apple cider vinegar shampoo. Users discuss experiences with ketoconazole and suggest adding a scalp cleanser with glycolic acid to the routine.

      community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.

      community After 1.5 years+ on dut/fin hairless has finally slowed!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  77 upvotes 5 years ago
      After 1.5 years on finasteride and dutasteride with continued hair loss, the user noticed a significant reduction in hair shedding, attributing it to the consistent use of finasteride, along with a no-shampoo approach, multivitamins, vitamin D, and restarting minoxidil. Other users shared their happiness for the improvement and noted that hair loss can fluctuate naturally over time.

      community Progress (or lack there of) - Finasteride 9 months

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral for 9 months with little progress in hair regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride. They experience daily scalp pain and anxiety, and are exploring other treatments like Head & Shoulders and consulting a dermatologist.

      community Has anyone experienced burning scalp after chemical damage (perm)?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user experienced burning, itching, and soreness on their scalp after a perm in 2021, despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are seeking advice on whether to pursue further medical tests or consult a neurologist for nerve pain.

      community My battle against baldness

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 27-year-old is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and Pilexil shampoo to combat hair loss, with plans to add Nizoral shampoo and light stimulation. Initial results show reduced hair loss and some hair thickening, despite a period of shedding.

      community Before and after of 20 months of fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  125 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, and switched to dutasteride five months ago. They are considering adding tretinoin and microneedling to their routine for better results.

      community ~1 year using rosemary shampoo (trigger warning)

      in Progress Pictures  158 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community is my dermatologist good or bad?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The dermatologist diagnosed androgenic alopecia and prescribed minoxidil and a shampoo for dandruff, avoiding finasteride due to side effects. The user questions the dermatologist's approach and considers seeking a second opinion due to concerns about the lack of a physical scalp check initially.

      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.
      19M: Finasteride Not Helping Seb Derm and Hair Loss

      community 19M: Finasteride Not Helping Seb Derm and Hair Loss

      in Basic Questions  94 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing worsening hair loss and severe seborrheic dermatitis despite using finasteride for six months. Nizoral (ketoconazole) is no longer effective, and they are seeking over-the-counter solutions and advice for an upcoming dermatologist visit.

      community 2ddr thread, I'll try to add to it monthly

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a hair loss regimen involving 2ddr applied twice daily, tretinoin weekly, and occasionally micro-needling. They report feeling increased scalp thickness and seeing some hair growth progress.

      community 123 days of massaging my scalp

      in Update  58 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about a user massaging their scalp for 123 days to address hair loss, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some suggest using minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community This shedding fase is absolutely brutal

      in Progress Pictures  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair shedding despite using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling. They are considering changing treatments after stopping dermarolling and switching finasteride brands worsened the shedding.

      community 15 months of oral Finasteride + Minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  15 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using 3mg oral Minoxidil and 1.1mg oral Finasteride for 15 months and plans to switch to 5mg oral Minoxidil, 1.1mg oral Finasteride, and 0.1mg oral Dutasteride. They have also used ketoconazole and salicylic acid shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis and hope to see more hair growth with the increased dosage.

      community ACV Shampoo Bar

       11 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses using an apple cider vinegar shampoo bar as an alternative to Nizoral 2% ketoconazole due to excessive shedding. Users also mention starting minoxidil and considering finasteride, while exploring natural shampoo options to reduce scalp irritation and hair loss.