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      community Just quit nicotine and caffeine

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement and is quitting nicotine and caffeine to see if it helps. Some believe quitting nicotine improved their hair health due to better blood flow, while others are skeptical about the impact of blood flow on hair loss.

      community lost all my gains switching from liquid to foam

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil led to hair loss for OP, possibly due to a second shedding cycle. OP experienced allergic reactions to propylene glycol in the liquid form, causing dandruff and itchiness, which improved after switching to foam.

      community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.

      community Using for 5 months going worse

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, vitamin B12, biotin, vitamin C, resveratrol, zinc sulfate, and Nizoral for 5 months without seeing results. Suggestions include reducing dermaroller frequency and trusting the process as more time may be needed.

      community Interested about what other adjunct therapies people are trying & whats working?

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternative hair loss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.

      community Day 1 of Combating Diffuse Thinning

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user noticed worsening hair thinning and started using rosemary oil, jojoba oil, a 1.5mm dermastamp, 1% ketoconazole shampoo, scalp massages, and vitamin D tablets. They may switch to Minoxidil and Finasteride if needed.

      community Change in Consumption of multivitamins

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discusses switching from multiple vitamins to a single multivitamin pill. They also mention using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil with finasteride for hair loss treatment.

      community if hmi-115 truly works, we can just get off off fin?

      in Chat  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      A potential new hair loss treatment, HMI-115, and the possibility of discontinuing finasteride in favor of it. The conversation also includes discussion about other benefits of using finasteride.

      community Losing the genetic lottery - venting

      in Chat  67 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has tried various treatments including topical and oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole, but continues to lose hair. They are considering alternative solutions like hair systems due to the lack of improvement and a scalp condition called CVG.

      community Terrible scalp itch and hair loss

      in Satire  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      Severe scalp itching and hair loss, possibly linked to seborrheic dermatitis, are discussed, with treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, and various shampoos mentioned. Some users find relief from itching with DHT blockers like Finasteride, while others suggest consulting multiple dermatologists for accurate diagnosis.

      community Thoughts on Lactobacillus Reuteri 6475?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Lactobacillus reuteri 6475 is being used by a person who reports healthier hair after one month, despite initial shedding. The discussion includes speculation about its effects on gut bacteria and scalp inflammation.

      community Hair Loss “Cure” for Inflammation: Topical Roflumilast

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 3 months ago
      Topical roflumilast is effective for reducing inflammation in various scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and eczema, but not proven to stop scarring alopecia. Alternatives like apremilast and Vtama are also discussed for their anti-inflammatory benefits.

      community RT1640 - Gray Hair Reversal Recipe

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment formulation containing cyclosporin, minoxidil, and tacrolimus, and mentions ongoing research on hair color reversal. The treatment showed high efficacy in restoring hair color in trials with 40 to 50 people.

      community What do you guys think about my foundation?

      in Treatment 4 months ago
      The user had a hair transplant and uses oral minoxidil, a red laser therapy helmet, fish oil, collagen, and sardines for hair thinning but avoids finasteride due to side effect concerns. Many suggest these methods may not be effective long-term without a DHT blocker.

      community Zix pre-made - zinc topical on scalp

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experimenting with a zinc sulfate and B6 topical solution called "Zix" for hair loss, alongside using a zinc oxide scalp mask and low-level laser therapy (LLLT). They report minimal hair loss after three months of use and are seeking feedback from others who have tried similar treatments.

      community I quit min for 6 months: here’s what happened

      in Minoxidil  122 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user stopped using minoxidil due to severe side effects and experienced rapid hair loss. They also tried finasteride and dutasteride but faced adverse reactions, leading them to consider accepting hair loss and exploring options like oral minoxidil or a hair transplant.

      community Personal experiment: tretinoin and diffuse thinning

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      User experienced hair growth with finasteride and minoxidil, but after using tretinoin, faced aggressive thinning and hair loss. They plan to stop tretinoin for two months to see if the problem improves.

      community Comeback form NW7?

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their aggressive hair loss treatment regimen, which includes daily use of Avodart (dutasteride) and Minoxidil, bi-weekly use of Davines Purifying shampoo, and almost daily use of Ducray Anaphase+ shampoo, along with supplements like vitamin D3, collagen, biotin, and zinc. They also use a dermastamp every 10 days and are considering a hair transplant for increased density, followed by a switch to finasteride and Minoxidil foam.

      community My hair loss journey and routine.

      in Progress Pictures  1197 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user successfully managed hair loss using Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and a hair mask, experiencing significant hair growth and improved density. They attribute their success to consistency, improved nutrition, and a dedicated routine.

      community Recent discovered thinning hair, taking steps to diagnose.

      in Chat  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 43-year-old noticed significant hair thinning and is using topical minoxidil, dermarolling, Alpecin, biotin, zinc, copper, vitamin D, and rosemary oil. They plan to see an endocrinologist and have blood tests scheduled to investigate further.