A user is experiencing hair loss despite using topical minoxidil for 6 months and recently switching to foam, and is considering finasteride but is wary of side effects. Another user suggests continuing treatment and considering finasteride.
The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidilfoam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.
A user with diffuse thinning experienced no hair regrowth with finasteride or Avodart but slowed hair loss with Avodart. They are considering trying Minoxidil and are seeking advice on whether to use foam or liquid, and if combining it with other treatments could be beneficial, excluding micro-needling due to scalp irritation concerns.
The conversation discusses using 5% foamminoxidil for hair loss and the timing of moisturizing afterward. Users share experiences, with some suggesting moisturizing before application and others recommending alternatives like Nizoral shampoo for dry skin issues.
Apply minoxidil at least 1-2 hours before bed to ensure it dries and doesn't transfer to the pillow. Foam dries faster than liquid, and using a satin beanie after drying can help prevent transfer.
A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidilfoam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.
The user is using dutasteride and minoxidilfoam for hair regrowth, applying minoxidil once daily due to side effects from the liquid form. They plan to increase dutasteride dosage and possibly apply minoxidil twice daily, while also using ciclopirox olamine shampoo and sulfur soap.
An 18-year-old male plans to start using minoxidil (5mg foam) and finasteride for hair loss. He is concerned about the effectiveness of using minoxidil once a day instead of the recommended twice daily.
Switching from minoxidilfoam to topical solution and considering adding caffeine, melatonin, or cetirizine. Currently using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, planning to ask for 0.5mg oral dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil.
Hair loss treatment with Fin 1mg, Min foam twice a day for 4 months. Minoxidil can make hair darker by stimulating melanocytes; keto shampoo also used.
The user shared positive results after using 5% minoxidilfoam nightly and dermastamping weekly for hair growth, noting significant progress after three months. They plan to add finasteride in the future but are currently avoiding it due to age.
Minoxidilfoam and oral finasteride resulted in significant hair regrowth, especially on the hairline, with no side effects from finasteride. The user applied Rogaine 5% for minoxidil.
The user is using a hair loss treatment with finasteride 0.1%, minoxidil 5%, and tretinoin 0.01%, applied once daily at 1ml. They are questioning if a 60ml bottle used twice daily implies a higher recommended dose despite the same 5% minoxidil concentration.
A 20-year-old user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 5% minoxidilfoam and finasteride for four months, starting to see results after two months with no side effects. They also cut off damaged hair ends, wash their hair every other day, and advise managing stress to improve hair loss outcomes.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and Bosley minoxidilfoam once a week, along with a derma roller and Hims shampoo and conditioner. They noted a decrease in sex drive as a side effect of finasteride.
A user experiencing severe shedding after starting 5% minoxidilfoam for hair loss is seeking advice from others. Another user shared their positive experience with finasteride and minoxidil, suggesting that initial shedding can be a good sign and encouraging persistence with the treatment.
An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidilfoam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.
The user experienced increased self-confidence and interest from women after using 1.25mg finasteride and twice-daily minoxidilfoam for six months, despite minor side effects like forgetfulness and slight gynecomastia. The user also noted no additional hair growth elsewhere except for using minoxidil on their mustache.
A user shared their positive hair regrowth progress after using 1 mg oral finasteride and 5% minoxidilfoam twice daily for four months. They experienced initial shedding but no side effects, and plan to switch to a cheaper minoxidilfoam brand.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using 5% minoxidilfoam, Vitamin B12, and Vitamin D, with suggestions to add oral finasteride and minoxidil for better results. Concerns about side effects, particularly from finasteride, and the need for a DHT blocker are also highlighted.
The conversation discusses converting liquid minoxidil into a foam version to save money. The user is exploring if a foam sprayer can achieve this or if additional ingredients are needed.
The conversation discusses using foamminoxidil with tretinoin cream for hair loss, with users sharing experiences on tretinoin strengths of 0.025% and 0.05%. Some users report irritation with higher tretinoin concentrations and note that foamminoxidil may be less effective than liquid.
A 26-year-old is using 5% minoxidil twice daily and 1 mg finasteride every other day, along with biotin and collagen supplements, for hair regrowth. They apply minoxidil to the temples and crown and experienced initial shedding in the first month.
The user is experiencing solid hair regrowth after two months using a regimen of minoxidilfoam, a 3-in-1 topical spray containing finasteride and tretinoin, and weekly dermastamping. They report no side effects and attribute success to the combination of treatments and a supportive diet and lifestyle.
Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foamminoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.
Mixing tretinoin into minoxidilfoam is being considered to simplify a hair loss treatment routine. The current regimen includes oral dutasteride, topical tretinoin, topical minoxidil, and fluridil.
A 31-year-old woman shared her 9-month progress using 5% minoxidilfoam for hair loss, noting significant improvement after initial shedding and seeing regrowth by month 4. She also used ketoconazole shampoo and has been on spironolactone for acne, but did not use finasteride.
Oral minoxidil boosted vertex hair but not the hairline, with a stack including 5mg minoxidil, 2mg dutasteride, topical foamminoxidil, fluridil, and Nizoral. Users discuss dosing strategies, with some suggesting 2.5mg twice daily for sustained levels, while others recommend 5mg once daily based on clinical trials.