A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant performed by Dr. Timothy Carman, using 1100 grafts via FUT surgery, and reported satisfaction with the results and minimal scarring. The user continues to use minoxidil and finasteride for hair maintenance.
A 19-year-old male shared his 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, with noticeable improvement. He uses 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice a day after day 80, and microneedles with a 1.5mm derma stamp every 1-2 weeks.
The user underwent a second hair transplant for the crown and mid-scalp, achieving good density. They are using minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin, and considering PRP treatments to enhance growth.
A user is seeking advice on increasing graft survivability after a hair transplant, mentioning PRP, Mesotherapy, Stem Cell injections, and considering L-Arginine before starting Minoxidil. They are looking for ways to support blood flow before applying Minoxidil.
The user is using oral Minoxidil, oral Dutasteride, microneedling, and RU58841 for hair loss, noticing slow progress with small hairs appearing. They are inconsistent with microneedling frequency, sometimes doing it weekly or skipping weeks.
The conversation is about a 40-year-old trying a homemade topical hair loss treatment combining finasteride and minoxidil, and considering microneedling after previous side effects from oral finasteride. They plan to provide updates on the results and any side effects.
Microneedling with topical minoxidil is effective for hair regrowth, especially with finasteride. Users report fewer side effects compared to oral minoxidil.
A person had a hair transplant using FUE with 4150 grafts after a previous FUT with 2000 grafts and is now using Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil. They are concerned about hair gaps on the side, questioning if they are a result of the transplant and if they are temporary.
A 19-year-old with rapid hair loss since 16 is considering a hair transplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo (Nizoral), and microneedling as treatments. Users are sharing their experiences and results with these specific hair loss treatments.
The user shared their 6-month progress using 5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, topical 5% minoxidil, tretinoin, and weekly microneedling, noting improved results after adding these treatments post hair transplant. They hope for continued improvement.
Combining microneedling and tretinoin with topical minoxidil involves discontinuing tretinoin a week before microneedling and resuming it a week after. Some people microneedle weekly, adjusting tretinoin use accordingly.
Minoxidil can prevent hair follicle miniaturization, not just stimulate hair growth. Finasteride and dutasteride don't work for everyone, suggesting DHT may not be the sole cause of hair loss; hair loss could be due to multiple factors, including autoimmune conditions.
Microneedling daily at 0.3mm combined with topical finasteride and minoxidil is effective for hair thickening, with added benefits from near-infrared therapy. The approach may not improve the front hairline, and deeper microneedling is done monthly for better results.
A user shared a 3-month progress picture showing hair regrowth using 5% Minoxidil and microneedling, but not taking Finasteride. Some users are surprised by the quick results, and there's a discussion about the effectiveness of frequent deep microneedling.
The user is updating on their 3-month progress using minoxidil (0.5mg twice daily) and microneedling once a week. They plan to consult a doctor about adding finasteride to their regimen.
Combining microneedling with Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for hair growth, with discussions on device legitimacy and effectiveness. Alternatives like PEMF and the use of oral and topical treatments such as dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride are also considered.
The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, with the original poster experiencing pinpoint bleeding after using needles of 1.25mm and 0.5mm, possibly due to adding GHK-Cu to their treatment regimen. They are inquiring if others bleed at similar depths.
Microneedling should target depths of 0.5mm to 1.5mm for hair loss, with weekly sessions at 1mm recommended. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil is common for improved results.
The conversation is about using microneedling for hair loss treatment, including questions on disinfection and post-treatment care. The user mentions using oral minoxidil and finasteride, and considering dutasteride.
A user shared progress pictures after their fifth hair transplant, which included 3,000 grafts from both scalp and body hair. They use topical finasteride and minoxidil, and the procedure cost $22,000 at Maxim in Austin, Texas.
The conversation is about using a Dr. Pen for microneedling on a widow's peak, with advice to use a depth of 1.25mm and hold it in place for 10 seconds. The user is also using minoxidil.
A 27-year-old male is using a minoxidil and finasteride spray for hairline recession and is considering other treatments like oral minoxidil, exosomes, PRP, or a hair transplant. Suggestions include microneedling, possibly with tretinoin, while another user suggests the hairline is fine and mentions body dysmorphia.
A user is excited about scheduling a hair transplant for July 1st, after 2 years of using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 with no regrowth. The transplant will cost €2500-€3000 for 1000-1200 grafts, and the user chose to have it done locally rather than traveling abroad to save money.
The user is experiencing hair regrowth using daily 5% minoxidil and weekly microneedling, and plans to add finasteride soon. They are considering the effectiveness of once-daily minoxidil and adjusting microneedling needle size.
A nearly 50-year-old male achieved significant hair regrowth and thickening over three years using daily finasteride, twice-daily topical minoxidil, and bi-weekly microneedling with a dermastamp. He experienced no side effects and found microneedling particularly effective for the crown area.
A user underwent a hair transplant with 3500 grafts at WSC clinic in Istanbul and uses finasteride, biotin, multivitamins, minoxidil with finasteride, biotin shampoo, and coconut oil with peppermint oil for hair loss treatment. Another user commented that the result looks like a barren patch of hair.
Microneedling combined with minoxidil may promote hair regrowth, with some users reporting success using a 1.5mm dermaroller twice a week. Others have seen results with minoxidil alone or by increasing microneedling frequency.