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      community Doc suggested to start using Fin

      in Treatment  180 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is seeking advice on hair loss treatment and has been prescribed finasteride. They currently use minoxidil, rosemary oil, and castor oil, and are considering adding dermarolling. Respondents suggest daily use of minoxidil and finasteride, with some recommending additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, dermapen, dutasteride, and vitamins.

      community SAFFLOWER OIL good alternative for Minoxidil?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 years ago
      Safflower oil is suggested as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth, with benefits including scalp conditioning and hair strength enhancement. Studies indicate it may also reverse scalp dermatitis, alopecia, and prevent premature grayness.

      community Solvent for topical fin with low absorption

      in Product  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about using distilled water as a solvent for topical finasteride to reduce systemic absorption. The user is considering avoiding ethanol and propylene glycol to achieve this.

      community Questions about Rosemary Oil and DermaRolling

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 19-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and is trying rosemary oil with a carrier oil and derma rolling before considering Minoxidil. Others share their experiences with finasteride, Minoxidil, and various oils, noting potential side effects and personal preferences.

      community Current regimen without fin/min

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss regimen using natural oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, evening primrose, and sea buckthorn, along with microneedling, niacin, vitamin B complex, and astaxanthin. Some users criticize the effectiveness of this approach compared to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, while others suggest adding saw palmetto and other supplements.

      community So what exactly do coconut and castor oil even do?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Coconut oil may act as a natural conditioner but can clog pores, while castor oil might promote hair growth and help with dandruff. Users suggest trying lighter oils like apricot or grapeseed for better results.

      community Frizzy hair what products should I use?

      in Product  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is seeking advice for frizzy hair, having tried coconut oil without success and considering Olaplex products. They are looking for effective product recommendations.

      community 1 Month oral castor oil progress

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 6 years ago
      OP used castor oil, ketoconazole shampoo, and biotin tablets for hair growth, reporting significant beard growth and faster hair growth on the scalp, but with stomach issues from castor oil. OP also used finasteride and recommended starting with 1ml of castor oil, noting that while hair grew faster, density did not significantly increase.
      Any experiences with fin/dut alternatives?

      community Any experiences with fin/dut alternatives?

      in General  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is exploring alternatives to finasteride and dutasteride due to concerns about side effects, and is using rosemary and jojoba oil, ketoconazole, minoxidil, microneedling, multi-peptide serum, saw palmetto, and stinging nettle for hair loss. They are also considering CB 03 01 and spironolactone.

      community How to effecively mix alfatradiol and finasteride tablets?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using a mixture of crushed finasteride tablets and alfatradiol as a topical treatment for hair loss, applying 1 ml daily, and is asking if this is an effective method or if alfatradiol is a suitable solvent. They mention that others often mix finasteride with minoxidil, but they want to try without it.

      community treatment: oil your scalp, for dryness

      in Treatment 2 years ago
      A user asked if applying oil (olive, coconut, etc.) to the scalp for dryness and hair loss is effective, as recommended by a dermatologist. They expressed doubt about the advice and sought opinions on its usefulness.

      community topical minoxidil, botana oil, coconut moisturizer, derma stamping, derma rolling, 3% salicylic acid shampoo, and scalp massage results thus far

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user shares their hair loss treatment routine, which includes topical minoxidil, botana oil, coconut moisturizer, derma stamping, derma rolling, 3% salicylic acid shampoo, and scalp massage. Suggestions include adding finasteride, switching to 2% ketoconazole shampoo, and using rosemary oil instead of botana oil.

      community Oral Castor Oil and your experience

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning after using oral castor oil for hair loss. Other users suggested seeing a dermatologist and noted that castor oil is typically used for constipation.

      community Mfs claiming pig lard solves hair loss now?😭

      in Satire  8 upvotes 10 months ago
      People are humorously discussing unconventional hair loss remedies like pig lard and raw liver, while also mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. They mock the idea that seed oils cause balding and criticize misinformation.

      community Topical solution recommendation

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using finasteride 1mg every other day and seeks a topical solution excluding minoxidil. They are considering various combinations of ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, and tofacitinib, with options for nourishing oils and other additives.

      community Any good experiences with Alfatradiol ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      Alfatradiol is discussed as a weak 5ARI and estrogen, not as effective as minoxidil, RU58841, or CB-03-01, but a safe alternative for those who can't use finasteride. Users express frustration over the lack of strong FDA-approved topical antiandrogens for hair loss.

      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

      community Does anyone compound their own fin topicals?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 years ago
      The conversation is about a person considering making their own topical finasteride to avoid side effects from oral use. They discuss potential methods and ingredients, including cayenne pepper extract, rosemary, and coconut oil, and seek advice on effectiveness and alternatives like light therapy or dermarolling.

      community thoughts on topical Saw Palmetto oil

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering topical Saw Palmetto or Pumpkin Seed Oil due to sensitivity to finasteride and cost issues. They also use dermastamping for Minoxidil absorption and seek advice on timing to avoid systemic absorption.

      community Diluting 0.05% topical finasteride serum/oil

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user wants to reduce their dose of topical finasteride to 0.1-0.2mg and is considering mixing 0.2ml of their current finasteride + minoxidil serum with 0.8ml of a minoxidil-only serum for better scalp coverage. They are asking for advice on whether this method is effective or if there's a better way to dilute the finasteride solution.

      community Diy dutesteride please help MCT oil or PG?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is making their own dutasteride solution using MCT oil but is concerned about its effectiveness and bioavailability. They are considering using propylene glycol or adding ethanol for better results, while others suggest the current dosage might be excessive.