The user applied topical 0.1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil, along with weekly microneedling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. The user also lost 10kg through diet and exercise.
The user experienced tiny vellus hairs from 0.5mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil over 9 months. Topical minoxidil, alfatradiol, and RU58841 applied twice daily for 1.5 months significantly improved temple hair regrowth.
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CumsOnYourFeet69 has been discussing a new treatment called CosmeRNA which claims to target the root cause of male pattern baldness, and is considering using it in conjunction with Minoxidil instead of Finasteride due to possible side effects. Replies have highlighted that the efficacy of this treatment is still unknown, but it could be used as an effective maintenance option if successful.
Considering alternative treatments to hair loss, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and exosome therapy, instead of using medications like minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride.
The user is updating on their 3-month progress using minoxidil (0.5mg twice daily) and microneedling once a week. They plan to consult a doctor about adding finasteride to their regimen.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg minoxidil daily, topical tretinoin three times a week, and topical minoxidil daily from June 2023 to June 2025 without noticeable improvement in hair loss. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride and increasing oral minoxidil to 5mg daily, but concerns about long-term health effects are raised.
The user experienced better hair thickening results with a combination pill of oral minoxidil (3mg) and finasteride (1mg) compared to previous treatments with topical minoxidil and finasteride alone. They reported no significant side effects and expressed regret for not starting this treatment earlier.
The user has been using 5% Minoxidil and microneedling for 11 months, showing some regrowth, and is considering adding Finasteride to enhance results. Many suggest adding Finasteride, either orally or topically, to address DHT-related hair loss and improve hair growth.
The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth after using finasteride for 5 months and oral minoxidil for 3 months. They are considering adding microneedling to their routine and report no significant side effects.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and keto shampoo for hair regrowth, showing positive results after four months. Some users suggest adding tretinoin cream for better absorption, and there's a debate on whether finasteride should be taken at night.
A user's two month update on their hair loss journey and the treatments they are trying, which include exosome injections, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Controlling insulin levels through intermittent fasting and a low glycemic diet may improve hair quality by reducing androgens. It's important to maintain proper nutrition, including electrolytes and protein, during fasting.
Minoxidil and dermarolling have shown significant hair regrowth in four months, especially at the crown and hairline. Users agree the progress is impressive for the short duration.
Hair transplant recipients are concerned about whether dormant follicles are permanently damaged by incisions, but some believe undamaged follicles could still regrow if a treatment like PP405 is effective. Opinions vary on the impact of transplants on original follicles, with some suggesting treatments like finasteride can help regrow hair.
A 49-year-old is sharing progress on hair regrowth using PRP sessions and a combination of treatments, including minoxidil, but not oral finasteride or dutasteride. Users suggest adding oral treatments like dutasteride or minoxidil for better results.
The user started using oral finasteride and minoxidil a year ago and is questioning if there's improvement in hair regrowth. Responses indicate noticeable improvement and suggest the user caught hair loss early, likely returning to their peak hair condition.
A user shared their experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) after one year. They discussed using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as treatments for hair loss.
The user is using Finasteride gel and considering adding Redensyl to their routine, along with weekly microneedling, but is hesitant to use Minoxidil due to its initial shedding phase. They seek advice on the safety and ideal routine for combining these treatments.
The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamping, and Nizoral for hair loss with initial success but is considering adding PRP due to slowed progress. Concerns about PRP include potential ineffectiveness and whether it could harm existing hair growth or interfere with current treatments.
The user has been using finasteride for two years without results and recently started a new routine involving derma stamping, retinol, and minoxidil, which seems to show progress. The user microneedles about half the week and uses L’Oréal night serum for retinol.
A sugar gel containing 2-deoxy-D-ribose has shown promising hair regrowth results in mice, comparable to Minoxidil. Users are discussing the potential to buy and try this compound themselves.
Treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, keto diet, and microneedling; the user has seen good results but wants to focus more on their temples; another user suggested using an exfoliating comb while shampooing.
Some individuals experience side effects from 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and are considering hair transplants without these medications, with some opting for surgeons like Dr. Zarev. Others are exploring alternative treatments and waiting for new medications in development, while some discuss managing side effects through lifestyle changes or additional medications.
The conversation discusses the use of microneedling for hair loss, with concerns about potential long-term effects like fibrosis and scarring. Users share experiences and opinions on combining microneedling with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but there is uncertainty about the long-term safety and efficacy.
Exosomes are discussed as a new hair loss treatment, but skepticism is expressed about their effectiveness. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A 37-year-old man reports significant hair regrowth using a regimen of topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, derma rolling, and saw palmetto shampoo, but notices uneven progress between the sides of his head. He theorizes that sleeping on one side might affect hair growth, but others suggest it could be unrelated to sleeping habits.
User is 1.5 months into using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth, along with dermarolling. They report good progress and seek advice on whether new hairs will thicken.
User started minoxidil, noticed forehead lines and dark circles, and asked for non-invasive skin aging prevention methods. Another user suggested using tretinoin and hyaluronic acid for long-term benefits.
The use of tropoelastin injections and verteporfin for hair transplant recipients to help regrow donor area hairs, as well as research done on tropoelastin injections restoring elastin in scarred heart tissue and skin. There are discussions about why it is taking so long to get cosmetic mass produced tropoelastin injectables on the market.