Hair loss has slowed, but uneven growth and kinking persist despite using keto/nizoral shampoo and clotrimazole. Stress and anxiety might be contributing factors.
The user is using topical minoxidil twice daily for hair regrowth and is hesitant to use finasteride due to concerns about hormonal effects. The conversation includes mixed opinions on the effectiveness of the treatment and suggestions to use a DHT blocker for better results.
The user is seeking advice on hair regrowth, using vitamins, rosemary oil, Nioxin, and vitamin D. Recommendations include oral minoxidil and avoiding finasteride due to being female.
Finasteride can help extend the hairgrowth cycle and improve hair density, allowing for long hair despite initial shedding. Periodic shedding may occur, but it typically does not affect healthy hair significantly.
A 28-year-old male shared his 46-day hairgrowth progress using finasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, derma stamping, keto shampoo, vitamins, and protein. He experienced initial shedding but saw improvement after adding oral minoxidil, with plans to continue for better results.
A user suggests using a poop-based solution for hairgrowth, comparing it to fertilizing nails. Others humorously respond, with one mentioning microneedling as a similar concept.
Stevia microneedles increased minoxidil absorption and hairgrowth in mice. The conversation humorously questions the applicability of these results to humans.
The conversation humorously discusses using semen as a topical treatment for hairgrowth, with users joking about its effectiveness and comparing it to other treatments like finasteride. The tone is light-hearted and sarcastic, with no serious endorsement of the method.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil and dutasteride for hairgrowth, with OP considering amino acids or growth hormone for better results. Another user inquires about the effectiveness of dutasteride.
The conversation is about experimenting with microneedling and growth factor topicals for hairgrowth, avoiding Minoxidil due to shedding concerns. The treatment includes microneedling, growth factor topicals, finasteride, biotin, and a caffeine shampoo.
The user is considering postponing a scheduled hair transplant to see if finasteride and minoxidil treatments improve hairgrowth. Another user suggests waiting several months to assess the effectiveness of the medications before deciding on surgery.
The conversation is about using Bimatoprost for hairgrowth, with concerns about potential side effects like eye color change and fat atrophy. Users discuss combining it with other treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, and sourcing Bimatoprost in bulk.
A natural sugar called 2dDR may stimulate hairgrowth and is comparable to minoxidil, but it's not widely available for purchase. Concerns about minoxidil's safety for pets were discussed, with some users seeking alternatives.
Peppermint oil may be beneficial for hairgrowth, potentially outperforming minoxidil. Users discuss its effectiveness compared to other treatments like finasteride and RU58841.
Fish oil capsules may help hairgrowth by improving blood flow, but should be used alongside minoxidil for better results. Trusting unverified claims is discouraged.
The progress of a user's hairgrowth after taking finasteride and oral minoxidil for nearly a year. There was discussion about dosages and other forms of treatment such as topical minoxidil.
Tretinoin may improve minoxidil's effectiveness for hairgrowth, but results vary; some users report no change or potential hair loss acceleration. Tretinoin is included in some topical hair loss treatments sold by dermatologists and online companies.
Topical minoxidil from Kirkland led to noticeable hairgrowth for the user, unlike oral minoxidil, which showed no results after a year. Other users shared similar experiences, suggesting topical minoxidil might be more effective than oral for some individuals.
A user's progress pictures showing visible hairgrowth results from taking Finast and Minoxidil, as well as using microneedling, Nizoral, and a multi peptide serum for hair density. The conversation also discussed how DHT is the cause of diffuse thinning.
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) stimulates hairgrowth but current devices are expensive. A proposed non-profit project aims to create affordable, 3D-printed LLLT devices and collect data on their effectiveness.
Person shared 7-month progress of hairgrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral shampoo. Happy with results, experienced minimal shedding, and applies double dose of minoxidil at night.
The conversation discusses using T3 (triiodothyronine) as a topical treatment for hairgrowth, with some users noting it showed promising results in studies but lacked follow-up. Users express interest in trying T3 due to its potential effectiveness compared to Minoxidil.
The user switched from topical to oral Minoxidil and is experiencing hair shedding without significant regrowth, despite using Finasteride and Dutasteride. They are considering whether their body isn't responding to oral Minoxidil and are exploring options like dermarolling.
A 25-year-old male experiencing hair shedding due to testosterone use is considering topical finasteride or RU58841 for scalp treatment while continuing minoxidil for beard growth. Topical finasteride is suggested to prevent scalp thinning without affecting beard growth.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth in 5 weeks using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, biotin, collagen, derma stamping, and a mixture of oils, leading others to label them a "hyper responder." Some users advised caution with microneedling frequency to avoid potential scarring.
Many would trade beard growth for a full head of hair, using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Some prefer beards or have experienced side effects, leading to mixed opinions.
The user is concerned about hair regrowth after using 2% minoxidil and keraglow vitamins for three months, noticing shedding but no significant improvement. They plan to switch to 5% minoxidil and consider finasteride for better results, as they have been diagnosed with male pattern baldness.
A user used dutasteride 0.5mg for 3 months and is unsure about hair regrowth, noting some greying. Responses suggest improvement and that full regrowth may take time with shedding cycles.
A dermatologist recommended PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and GFC (Growth Factor Concentrate) for pattern baldness, but online sources suggest they may not be effective. The user is seeking opinions on these treatments.