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      community Started tretinoin, lost a bunch of new hairs - normal?

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after adding tretinoin to their regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, but noticed new vellus hairs appearing. They plan to restart tretinoin more gently, as some users suggest shedding indicates treatment effectiveness, while others warn it may cause severe thinning for a minority.

      community Minoxidil and seborrheic dermatitis

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Minoxidil use may worsen seborrheic dermatitis, causing itching and dandruff. Users consider stopping minoxidil or switching to foam to improve scalp condition.

      community Red and ichy pimples/rash from applying topical minoxidil

      in Chat  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced red pimples and a rash from using topical minoxidil, possibly due to propylene glycol. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, switching to foam without propylene glycol, using Nizoral, and adjusting application timing.

      community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.

      community scarring alopecia awareness in this community

      in Chat  33 upvotes 3 years ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

      community Peak efficacy ($18 for a 4 month supply)

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving a homemade topical solution of Minoxidil and Tretinoin, combined with Finasteride and microneedling. Users share advice on Tretinoin application, emphasizing gradual use to avoid skin irritation.

      community Moisturizing your scalp?

       6 upvotes 12 years ago
      The conversation discusses using olive oil, shampoo, conditioner, and moisturizer before applying minoxidil to combat the drying effects of alcohol in hair treatments. The user asks if facial moisturizer like Cetaphil is safe for the scalp.

      community Minoxidil + Tretinoin + Fexofenadine?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using Minoxidil with Tretinoin and Fexofenadine for hair loss. Some users doubt its effectiveness, noting Fexofenadine's unproven results for androgenetic alopecia.

      community clascoterone powder to topical diy

      in Product  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about making a topical solution from clascoterone powder, with references to using a RU58841 mixing guide for guidance. Concerns about product authenticity and bulk purchase requirements are also discussed.

      community Switching from oral to topical dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      Switching from oral to topical dutasteride can cause shedding due to changes in DHT levels, and it's recommended to overlap both treatments to minimize this effect. Topical dutasteride may cause scalp irritation, and the user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative.

      community Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam 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.

      community Azelaic acid with ru58841 combination

      in Treatment 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses using azelaic acid to reduce scalp inflammation while using RU58841 for hair loss. It suggests applying azelaic acid in the morning and RU58841 at night to avoid degradation, while also using dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community Tretinoin+Minoxidil heavy shedding. (31M)

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A person using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, and recently added Tretinoin is experiencing heavy shedding and thinning hair. They suspect Tretinoin has made them respond to Minoxidil and are seeking others with similar experiences.

      community Autologus Exosomes, anyone tried it ?

      in Technology  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      Autologous exosome treatment for hair loss is being discussed as an emerging option. Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are also mentioned as treatments.

      community Adding topical dutasteride to my stack

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 38-year-old woman has been using oral Dutasteride for a year without improvement and is now adding a topical solution containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Tretinoin, Ketoconazole, and Hydrocortisone. She is seeking advice on whether switching from oral to topical Dutasteride could prevent hair shedding.

      community [EU] Neofollics lotion, anyone has experience?

      in Product  5 upvotes 10 months ago
      Neofollics lotion is discussed as a hair loss treatment, but users report it is ineffective and not supported by strong evidence. Users suggest sticking to FDA-approved treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community The mystery of Azelaic Acid

       4 upvotes 11 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Rogaine (Minoxidil) and ketoconazole for hair regrowth, with interest in trying a formulation with Azelaic Acid for potentially better results. Concerns about Azelaic Acid's effectiveness and safety, including skin sensitivity to sunburn, are mentioned.

      community Seeking Advice on Tretinoin Strength for Minoxidil Success at Age 30

      in Basic Questions  190 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is considering adjusting tretinoin strength to enhance minoxidil effectiveness, questioning whether to use 0.025% or 0.01% instead of 0.05% due to increased hair shedding. They have been using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral, and are contemplating reintroducing microneedling.

      community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

      in Research/Science  58 upvotes 3 months ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community Do exosomes actually work to regrow hair?

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 11 months ago
      Microneedling with exosomes is being considered for hair regrowth, but concerns exist about their effectiveness and safety, especially since exosomes degrade quickly and lack FDA approval. The user is seeking alternatives for non-responders to minoxidil and dutasteride, as exosomes may not provide additional benefits.

      community Applying topicals when you still have hair without pulling out existing hair?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using oral minoxidil and is considering topical dutasteride but is concerned about potential worsening. They are also exploring other topical treatments like latanoprost, caffeine, and melatonin, and seeking advice on application methods without pulling out existing hair.