The user is using a topical solution with finasteride, minoxidil, and retinoic acid, which causes scalp residue and dryness. They seek advice on removing residue and keeping the scalp moisturized.
The conversation discusses managing seborrheic dermatitis (sebderm) and male pattern baldness (MPB) with treatments like finasteride, coal tar shampoo, Nizoral, and oral minoxidil. Users suggest dietary changes, regular shampooing, and using antifungal products to control sebderm before considering minoxidil.
The conversation discusses a user's 1.5-year experience with oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss, mentioning sideeffects like itchy nipples and ball ache. Specific treatments used are 5mg of minoxidil and 0.5mg of dutasteride daily.
After taking finasteride for 192 days, the user experienced sideeffects like depressed mood and decreased libido, along with worsening hair thinning and scalp issues. Despite consulting a dermatologist, the user's hair condition and scalp itchiness have not improved.
The user started using a hair loss treatment called pyrilutamide and experienced mild chest discomfort and tightness, similar to previous sideeffects from RU58841. They plan to reduce the dosage due to these sideeffects and will provide an update on the results in 1-2 months.
A user is experiencing significant hair loss and scalp issues despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 since 2017. They switched to oral Minoxidil and are now on isotretinoin and topical corticosteroids for seborrheic dermatitis but continue to lose hair and seek advice on whether inflammation or treatment changes are the cause.
The user shared progress pictures showing improved hair growth at the temples after 2.5 months using oral finasteride/dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil, tretinoin, and dermarolling. The user reported no sideeffects from the medications and noted inconsistent microneedling.
A dermatologist stated that minoxidil does not cause skin aging, despite online claims. A study found no significant impact of minoxidil on collagen content or skin aging.
The user experienced sideeffects from using finasteride, both topically and orally, alongside minoxidil for hair loss. They reported increased hair shedding and are feeling distressed about their receding hairline.
A 19-year-old concerned about long-term effects of 5AR inhibitors on physical appearance. They have used finasteride and plan to try dutasteride or RU58841; responses suggest improved skin, hair, and confidence.
The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and sideeffects of both topical and oral finasteride.
The conversation discusses using scalp antiandrogens like RU58841, pyrilutamide, or fluridil on the face to reduce sebum production, noting that clascoterone (winlevi) is an approved facial antiandrogen with underwhelming reviews.
A 22-year-old male using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily for 5.5 months reports increased shedding and scalp itching. He also experienced acne and is concerned about whether the shedding is normal and if daily hair washing for seborrheic dermatitis is causing dryness.
The user experienced severe scalp itching after using RU58841 and ketoconazole shampoo, despite trying moisturizing treatments. They suspect the issue is related to the propylene glycol in the vehicle and are seeking alternatives.
Using tretinoin or tazarotene with minoxidil may eliminate the need for microneedling or dermastamping. Microneedling can enhance minoxidil's effects but may cause long-term scalp issues.
Excessive use of topical minoxidil led to unwanted facial changes and sideeffects. The user plans to switch to oral minoxidil with microneedling for hair regrowth.
Someone looking for solutions to their hair loss, who has tried and failed to tolerate anti-androgen treatments such as finasteride, CB-03-01, RU58841, and Eucapil. The user is seeking advice and understanding of their extreme sensitivity to these treatments.
The user experienced significant hair loss on the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, and pubic area, along with itchy, flaky skin and red patches. They have a history of eczema and dermatitis and suspect that stopping shampoo use and taking Ritalin may have contributed to the issue.
Switching to dutasteride as a hair loss prevention treatment, along with minoxidil, dermarolling and nizoral shampoo, and the potential benefits and sideeffects of using finasteride and/or dutasteride in combination with topical anti-androgens like RU58841.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride 0.5 mg daily, 5% topical minoxidil twice a day, and microneedling over several months. They also used ketoconazole shampoo and rosemary oil, reporting some sideeffects but overall positive results.
Extended-release oral minoxidil (VDPHL01) shows promising results for hair growth with improved safety, achieving significant hair count increases and minimal sideeffects compared to placebo. The treatment is designed to maintain effective concentrations while reducing sideeffects, making it a safer option for those who cannot tolerate standard minoxidil.
A user visited a dermatologist for hair loss concerns and was prescribed a hair lotion called "Lotion revolotion evdermia," which is meant for hair toning, hydration, and anti-aging, not regrowth. The user found the dermatologist's behavior and the prescription to be questionable.
Most users did not visit a dermatologist before starting finasteride, opting to purchase it directly or through a primary care physician. Some users shared experiences of sideeffects and emphasized the potential benefits of medical advice and monitoring.
Topical finasteride affects serum DHT less than oral forms, while dutasteride mesotherapy may impact only the scalp with minimal serum DHT effects. Oral dutasteride once a week is suggested to have few sideeffects.
Fluridil was discussed as a hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing sideeffects like lethargy and chest tightness. Users also mentioned other treatments like RU58841 and finasteride, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness.
The user shared progress pictures and discussed using minoxidil, finasteride, and a dermaroller for hair loss. They experienced sideeffects from finasteride and considered adding it to minoxidil to reduce these effects.
A 20-year-old experienced sideeffects from oral finasteride and is considering switching to topical treatments, including minoxidil and tretinoin. Another user shared their experience of switching to topical finasteride and minoxidil, then to oral dutasteride and minoxidil, noting no sideeffects with dutasteride.
A user shared their positive experience with a 4-in-1 topical solution containing finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin, along with weekly microneedling using a 1.2mm dermastamp. The user reported no noticeable sideeffects and mentioned that the biotin likely doesn't contribute to hair growth.
Topical dutasteride 0.05% is reported to outperform oral finasteride with minimal sideeffects, but concerns about study bias exist due to company funding. Some users report mixed results with topical dutasteride, noting issues with skin penetration and systemic absorption.