A user's success in treating their hair loss with 2x daily topical dutasteride and minoxidil, as well as the potential for using less frequent application of topical dutasteride due to its long half-life.
User started Finasteride for hair loss, combining it with Saw Palmetto, Fenugreek seeds, almonds, bananas, eggs, and a coconut-castor oil mixture. Early updates show initial shedding and tiny new hair growth at the temples.
Creatine use with finasteride increased DHT levels, possibly affecting hair loss. The user plans to reduce creatine to stabilize DHT and hair shedding.
The user is using minoxidil and topical finasteride for hair loss and is seeking advice on whether to use a dermapen or derma stamp for microneedling, including the appropriate length and frequency. They previously stopped oral finasteride due to side effects.
Dermastamp is preferred for hair growth and skin health due to fewer scars, with recommended needle sizes of 0.5-1.5mm. Dermapen is also favored over dermarollers, which are considered dangerous.
The user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil and a dermapen, expressing concerns about potential side effects of finasteride due to low testosterone levels. Another user reported increased testosterone and no side effects from finasteride, with improved libido.
A user has been using 5% minoxidil and a dermapen for one month, experiencing shedding but noticing potential new hair growth. They plan to add finasteride to their regimen.
The user experienced significant hair shedding after using a dermapen at 1.5mm weekly, which they later realized was too much. They are now using a dermapen at 0.75mm weekly and are also using topical minoxidil twice daily and finasteride 1.25mg daily.
User quit minoxidil and finasteride, starting stemoxydine, dermastamp, and dermapen for hair loss. Seeks advice on alternatives, avoiding androgen disruptors and vasodilators/vasoconstrictors.
A user shared their 115-day progress in treating hair loss using 5% Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, biotin, microneedling, and collagen peptides. They reported visible improvement and no side effects from topical Finasteride, unlike the oral form.
The user experienced hair regrowth after using finasteride for three months and microneedling with a dermapen for a month and a half. Many responses confirm noticeable hair thickening, though some suggest waiting longer for more definitive results.
User reports 1 year of Finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and occasional dermapen use led to significant hair growth improvement. Others discuss effectiveness for diffuse thinning and request detailed routine.
A 28-year-old is experiencing early signs of balding and is using a routine that includes oral minoxidil, topical dutasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness of oral minoxidil with microneedling and the reliability of their product sources.
A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using 1mg finasteride daily, 1ml minoxidil topically every night, and 1.5mm microneedling weekly. Responses included skepticism and congratulations.
The conversation provides advice on using derma rollers, stamps, and pens for hair loss, detailing types, usage, cleaning, depth, frequency, and caution with topicals like minoxidil. The user plans to replace a roller with a pen for better accuracy and safety, and uses a castor oil/rosemary oil mix post-needling.
A user experienced a dry, scaly scalp two weeks after microneedling with a dermapen at 1mm and applying Rogaine foam. They tried moisturizers and coconut oil without success and are seeking advice.
The user uses a 1.5mm derma stamp weekly for hair loss and applies minoxidil afterward, feeling a slight burn but no bleeding. They question if bleeding, seen in others using a dermapen, indicates proper technique.
The user reported hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and dermapen, considering adding finasteride. Others shared experiences with minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, recommending finasteride for long-term results but noting potential side effects.
The user has been using Minoxidil for 4 years and recently added a dermapen and Trinov to their regimen, but results are inconclusive after 3 months. Some users suggest Trinov is ineffective and recommend alternatives like Clascoterone (Breezula) for better results.
The routine involves using minoxidil, dermapen, and tretinoin for hair loss, with minoxidil applied daily and tretinoin used on alternate days. It is suggested to avoid using tretinoin and dermapen on the same day to prevent irritation.
User on Finasteride and Minoxidil saw minimal regrowth, tried micro needling with dermapen and noticed thin hair regrowth. Asks if micro needling hair gets thicker eventually.
Taking proactive steps to manage hair loss such as using finasteride, minoxidil, and a dermapen; having hobbies, paying attention to those around you, exercising, and doing more good than harm.
The conversation is about a user experiencing positive hair regrowth results after using finasteride, minoxidil spray, dermapen, and low-level light therapy (LLLT) for four months. The user recommends using a specific device for LLLT and mentions using the Hims spray for finasteride and minoxidil.
The user has been using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and biotin for hair regrowth over four years, recently adding microneedling with a dermapen. They are considering increasing microneedling frequency, trying minoxidil pills, and possibly using Dutasteride for better results.
A user is treating hair loss with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and tretinoin mixed with moisturizer for easier scalp application. They also plan to use a dermapen weekly.
The conversation discusses the potential impact of creatine on hair loss, with some users reporting no effect and others experiencing increased hair shedding. The original poster is using finasteride, minoxidil, and a dermapen, and has started taking creatine to observe any changes in hair loss.
A user shared their progress using liquid minoxidil for hair regrowth and plans to switch to foam minoxidil due to flaking. They asked if the foam version would maintain their results and mentioned considering adding finasteride and a dermapen soon.
Microneedling for hair loss causes some bleeding, which is normal. Dermapen is recommended over dermaroller to prevent tissue tearing and adjust depth.