Adding a daily scalp massage with an acupressure device before applying minoxidil can enhance its effects by improving blood circulation, with no side effects. Users are advised to continue microneedling weekly and consider using a derma stamp to avoid scarring.
The conversation is about finding a suitable daily shampoo for thin, low-volume hair while using treatments like oral finasteride and minoxidil with caffeine and tretinoin. Recommendations include L’Oréal Ever Pure, baby shampoo, and Waterman’s Grow Me, with some users suggesting ketoconazole for scalp health.
The user experienced positive hair regrowth using daily 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil, specifically the Alopexy brand, with no negative side effects. They noticed improvements after a year, with comments from others confirming the success.
Using 0.25mg of finasteride daily for 7 months resulted in thicker hair and slowed hair recession without side effects. The user plans to continue this dosage and may add dermarolling or ketoconazole shampoo for maintenance.
The user is considering reducing RU58841 dosage from 100mg to 17.5mg for long-term safety due to brain fog issues from finasteride. They apply RU58841 only to the front of the scalp where thinning occurs.
The user shared progress after 4 months of using topical minoxidil daily, along with dermastamping and Nizoral shampoo. They are seeking suggestions for better results.
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after one year of using 1.1mg oral finasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil daily, reporting no significant side effects and good bloodwork results. The user noted limited results at three months but dramatic improvement by one year, emphasizing the importance of patience with these treatments.
The user has been using 0.5mg daily dutasteride for a year without seeing progress and previously used oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. They are considering a hair transplant and discussing various treatments like scalp massages, derma rolling, and different medication dosages.
A 24-year-old male doctor shares his 3-month progress using 0.5 mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil daily, noting some hair regrowth and incorporating microneedling. He prefers a "less is more" approach initially and discusses the potential benefits of oral minoxidil.
A 35-year-old reported significant hair regrowth after six months of using daily oral finasteride (1mg), oral minoxidil (1.25mg), and topical minoxidil, with no major side effects except increased hair growth in unwanted areas. Noticeable improvements were seen around four months after starting finasteride.
The user experienced positive hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride daily, Nizoral 2% shampoo every three days, and dermastamping, without adding minoxidil due to satisfaction with current results. Initial side effects like erectile dysfunction and dry eyes resolved over time.
The user experienced some hair regrowth using twice daily topical 5% minoxidil and once daily oral 1mg finasteride, along with dermarolling. They plan to continue this regimen for at least two years and may try additional treatments if needed.
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.
Minoxidil helped with temple regrowth, and finasteride improved overall hair appearance and stopped further hair loss. Minoxidil was also applied to eyebrows and eyelids, with noticeable gains, but was stopped on the beard due to bloating.
Dutasteride can be taken daily or weekly, depending on individual goals and side effect tolerance. Daily use maximizes suppression, while less frequent dosing reduces side effects.
Taking dutasteride daily at higher doses results in more effective DHT suppression compared to every other day dosing, due to its dose-dependent nature and long half-life. Even at lower doses, dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss.
A 23-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil nightly, seeing new hair growth after two months. Others share experiences and advice, noting progress and potential shedding.
OP has been using daily oral finasteride 1.25mg for 5 months with noticeable progress and no side effects. They chose this dosage by cutting 5mg pills into quarters due to cost.
A user reported using 1.25mg finasteride daily for 9 months with positive hair growth results and increased libido but slower beard growth. Other users commented on the appearance of straightened vs. natural curly hair and potential hair damage from straightening.
A user took finasteride for six months, then switched to dutasteride for a year, increasing the dosage over time, but hair shedding worsened. Replies suggest the issue is male pattern baldness and DHT-related.
User shared progress after 5 months of using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and weekly derma rolling. Positive feedback highlights increased hair count and thickness.
The conversation discusses using 1mg Dutasteride daily for hair loss and its effects on hair, acne, and body hair. One user mentions that shedding hair can be a positive sign of new hair growth.
A user shared progress pictures 12 months after a hair transplant and daily use of dutasteride. The conversation discusses the quality of comparison photos and the use of hair fibers.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments. The user considers using a foam with Saw palmetto, caffeine, and EGCG, but another user suggests just using finasteride.
A user shared progress pictures after one year of daily 0.5 mg Dutasteride for hair loss prevention and regrowth. Other users discussed the effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride and Minoxidil.
A user shared their 3-year experience using finasteride for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They are now starting dutasteride and plan to update on progress in a year.
A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after using 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with minimal side effects. The user also mentioned taking biotin gummies and experiencing periods of shedding followed by thicker hair growth.
A 51-year-old man uses 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, dermarolling, and Nizoral twice a week for hair regrowth. He shows significant progress after two months and is happy with the improvement.
A user shared their 5-month hair loss treatment progress, using 1mg finasteride, daily GHK-CU injections, keratin/biotin/MSM supplements, Pura D’Or shampoo and conditioner, Ayurvedic oil, ketoconazole thrice weekly, and weekly microneedling with topical GHK-CU. The post includes progress pictures.