A dermatologist prescribed a 16-year-old a mix of 5% topical minoxidil and 0.1% topical finasteride for hair loss, but the user is concerned about side effects. Another user advises against using finasteride at a young age due to potential growth impacts and suggests consulting a doctor to assess growth completion.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1.25mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil nightly, with no major side effects or shedding. The progress is evident, especially around the temple area, and the user is hopeful for continued growth.
A 31-year-old user shared progress pictures after 4 months on a hair loss routine. The routine includes microneedling twice a month, Hims Min/fin topical, and a collagen peptide supplement.
A 21-year-old is using oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil 5% to treat hair loss, noticing reduced shedding and new hairgrowth, especially around the hairline. They experience mood changes as a side effect of dutasteride and are hopeful about continued progress with this treatment combination.
A person had a hair transplant at Diamond Hair Clinic with Dr. Mehmet Demircioglu using the Sapphire FUE method with 4500 grafts. They are using Duasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, and vitamins for recovery and hairgrowth.
DIY topical finasteride mixed with minoxidil is used due to the unavailability of pharmacy-grade options in Sweden. The user reports positive results after three months, with improved hairgrowth at the temples and vertex.
Topical minoxidil with retinoic acid is effective but causes scalp irritation, leading the user to consider switching to 2.5mg oral minoxidil. Oral minoxidil may cause body hairgrowth and heart-related side effects, so it's advised to use it under medical guidance.
The user is considering using RU58841 and pyrilutamide for hair loss, debating between powder and topical forms, and is currently using a combination of dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and supplements. They report no significant side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, and are seeing some hairgrowth, but not on the scalp.
A user is considering switching from oral minoxidil to a combination of 5% topical minoxidil and tretinoin to reduce hypertrichosis. They hope this combination will be effective without causing excessive body hairgrowth.
Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hairgrowth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.
The post discusses a user's 6-month progress using topical finasteride (0.08%) and minoxidil (5%) once a day, combined with scalp micropigmentation (SMP). The user hopes for improved hairgrowth as they let their hair grow out.
The user "OP" uses a combination of topical minoxidil 5%, finasteride 0.025%, and caffeine to combat hair loss, with noticeable results over 5-6 months. Side effects include unwanted body hairgrowth and an itchy scalp, but no significant sexual side effects.
The user has been on a hair loss treatment for 3 months, taking oral Minoxidil and using a topical solution with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Tretinoin, as well as using a Dermapen for better absorption, with no side effects except hairgrowth. They switched to topical Finasteride due to side effects from oral Finasteride in the past.
The user started treating hair loss last summer with 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil from Costco, and weekly dermastamping. They plan to begin using dutasteride and oral 5mg minoxidil to further enhance hairgrowth.
A 42-year-old man's two-month hair loss treatment progress using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, and keto shampoo. He noticed improvements, including new hairgrowth, despite minor side effects like mild ache and increased libido initially.
The user used 0.5 mL of 0.5 mg of Pyrilutamide for 60 days for hair loss, but didn't notice any hairgrowth. They shared their hormone panel results and are seeking advice on next steps.
Topical liquid minoxidil may be safe to consume in small amounts, but it needs liver processing to become effective for hairgrowth. Therefore, oral pills might be more effective.
Minoxidil may suppress androgen activity in hair follicles, potentially aiding in hairgrowth and prostate cancer treatment. Users discuss the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride for hair maintenance and regrowth, with some preferring topical applications over oral due to safety concerns.
Users discuss the effectiveness of low-dose topical finasteride (0.005-0.05%) for hair loss, often combined with minoxidil. Some report stable results or new growth, but it's unclear if improvements are due to finasteride or minoxidil.
A 31-year-old male considering returning to finasteride at a lower dose or using topical finasteride to assess his Norwood scale for a potential future hair transplant. He previously stopped finasteride due to side effects and has been shaving his head.
The user shared their 3-month progress using 5% topical minoxidil and microneedling with a 1mm dermaroller, noting significant hairgrowth without using finasteride. They applied minoxidil twice daily and used the dermaroller three times a week, experiencing a short shedding phase after 2-3 weeks.
The user shared their two-month progress using 5% topical minoxidil and microneedling without finasteride, noting significant hairgrowth. Other users suggested adding ketoconazole shampoo and discussed microneedling depths, while some expressed skepticism about long-term results without a DHT blocker.
The user is using a topical solution with finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin and is considering adding GHK-Cu to enhance hairgrowth and quality. Another user suggests diluting GHK-Cu and storing it in a smaller, refrigerated bottle.
The user has been using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling to treat hair loss, with recent additions of oral dutasteride, GHK-Cu serum, and increased microneedling. They report visible thickening and new hairgrowth, expecting significant improvement by next June.
The user experienced hair shedding after 1.5 years on finasteride, with initial improvements followed by a decline. It is suggested to continue finasteride and consider adding topical minoxidil to support hairgrowth.
The user is using Keeps Topical Minoxidil and Finasteride foam, along with derma stamping and pumpkin seed oil pills, to address hair loss. They report no significant side effects and observe new hairgrowth, while discussing the pros and cons of topical versus oral treatments.
The user has been using topical minoxidil for 4 months and finasteride for 3 months, along with supplements and micro-needling, and is considering red light therapy for hairgrowth. They are seeking advice and support, discussing the potential switch to oral minoxidil due to convenience and concerns about side effects.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for four months, along with microneedling and Nizoral, noticing thicker lashes and eyebrows but not much scalp hairgrowth. They apply the treatment twice daily with a 5% minoxidil and 0.3% finasteride solution.