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      community Dermatologist wants me to stop topical min+fin as a teen

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 17-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is advised by a dermatologist to taper off due to age concerns. Other users suggest continuing minoxidil but stopping finasteride until at least 18, and consulting a specialized pediatric dermatologist.

      community 3 months results on fin/min and dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user shared their 3-month progress using Minoxidil, Finasteride, rosemary oil, and dermarolling, reporting no side effects and healthier, thicker hair. They recommend these treatments and plan to complete their hairline in 6-9 months.

      community Deoxyribose sugar gel worked just as well as minoxidil

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      A deoxyribose sugar gel may work as well as minoxidil for hair regrowth by boosting blood supply to hair follicles. Some users discuss combining it with minoxidil and cetrizine, but caution is advised due to potential risks and lack of consistent results.

      community topical exosomes - experimenting

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about experimenting with topical exosomes for hair loss treatment, alongside microneedling, Happy Head's gel-like topical, and Ordinary's hair serum. The user also mentions the availability of treatments like latanoprost and Redensyl.

      community 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR), a sugar molecule, was found to be 80%-90% as effective as minoxidil in promoting hair growth and neovascularization in androgenic alopecia models, showing promise for alopecia treatment.

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      2-deoxy-D-ribose, a sugar molecule, is found to be 80%-90% as effective as Minoxidil in promoting hair growth, showing potential for alopecia treatment. Concerns include high cost, lack of human studies, and possible side effects like diarrhea and nausea.

      community Stemoxydine on its own - anyone tried?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      User experienced bad reaction to minoxidil and asks if anyone tried stemoxydine alone for hair loss. They consider trying stemoxydine with low dose topical finasteride after testing stemoxydine on a small area.

      community First haircut ! 4 months post op.

      in Progress Pictures 1 year ago
      User shared progress pictures 4 months after a hair transplant in Turkey, detailing the use of dermarolling, vitamins, and starting finasteride while avoiding minoxidil. They are happy with the results so far and hope for further improvement.

      community Looks like I’m allergic to propylene glycol..

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is experiencing an allergic reaction to propylene glycol in Kirkland minoxidil and is considering switching to a foam version or a low-PG minoxidil solution. They are also contemplating oral minoxidil but are concerned about its long-term safety.

      community Help me with Minoxidil please.

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is seeking advice on using minoxidil for hair loss and asks about combining it with rosemary and coconut oil. The response suggests using finasteride to stop hair loss and minoxidil to regrow hair, and confirms that rosemary and coconut oil can be used alongside these treatments.

      community I fixed my hair shedding without Fin, Dut, RU, Pyri and Microneedling

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports significantly reduced hair shedding by using a topical mixture containing 10% Minoxidil, 0.1% Melatonin, 5% Azelaic Acid, 5% Rosemary Oil, and 5% Peppermint Oil, and attributes the success mainly to Melatonin. They also use a copper peptide serum (AHK-Cu) for hair growth and Ketoconazole shampoo for scalp cleaning, but have stopped using other treatments like Finasteride and RU58841.

      community Verteporfin to deminiaturize follicles

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      User discusses verteporfin for hair regrowth through "super microneedling" and preventing scarring. They mention a case of an old man regrowing hair after a head injury and suggest verteporfin could recreate this result.

      community 8 weeks in with microneedling and minoxidil/tretinoin

      in Progress Pictures  95 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a combination of microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy to address hair loss, with a focus on the hairline and temples. They emphasize the importance of scalp massages and have seen regrowth, attributing success to their comprehensive routine.

      community Finasteride solution changing colors

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user noticed a color change in their hair loss solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone after storing it for several months. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the solution due to potential oxidation.

      community 1 years update [Finasteride, 5 mg oral minoxidil and recently topical minoxidil with 1.5 mm dermarolling]

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 3 years ago
      Making a 1 year update on hair loss treatment of Finasteride, 5 mg oral minoxidil and topical minoxidil with 1.5 mm dermarolling; the user experienced some face pimples, baggy eyes, and had tried skin care. They also used fiber with their hair product and left it for a few days to make it look visually better. Replies were positive and one asked if using both oral and topical minoxidil was overkill.

      community Proposed Alternative stack to fin/min combination

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      A user proposed an alternative hair loss treatment stack using topical caffeine, copper, microneedling, and red light as a natural option for those experiencing side effects from finasteride or minoxidil. Other users expressed skepticism, emphasizing that finasteride and minoxidil remain the most effective treatments, while the proposed alternatives are unlikely to provide long-term results.

      community 1 month results Min + Dut + ketoconazle

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing thicker hair after using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, biotin, collagen shampoo with rosemary, and ketoconazole. They are considering adding a derma roller to their regimen for potential benefits.

      community Anyone used Topical Calcipotriol (cream) or VPA ( Valproic Acid)

      in Chat  9 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using topical Calcipotriol and Valproic Acid for hair loss, focusing on their mechanisms involving the VDR receptor and Wnt/beta-catenin pathway. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Riken develops new method for culturing hair follicles

       41 upvotes 8 years ago
      A new stem cell method for culturing hair follicles is being developed as an alternative to Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. There are concerns about its cost and accessibility despite plans for commercialization.

      community As step up from scalp micro pigmentation

      in Satire  346 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone using finasteride and minoxidil along with microneedling as a treatment for hair loss, and there's a mention of scalp tattooing as an alternative or additional approach. Some responses mock the approach, while others inquire about the specifics of the treatment and its effectiveness.

      community Alguien más le pasa esto por el minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 20-year-old male experienced mental fog after resuming topical minoxidil for hair loss, questioning if it's due to interactions with antidepressants. Suggestions included trying a lower concentration of minoxidil or alternatives like copper peptides.

      community MinoxidilMax now sells Ru55841

      in Treatment  56 upvotes 4 years ago
      MinoxidilMax is now selling a product called Ruderma, which contains RU58841, a chemical used for hair loss treatment. Some users question the legitimacy of the company, while others discuss the standard concentration of RU58841 and mention that both men and women use finasteride for hair loss.