Finasteride worked better for frontal scalp hairloss, while dutasteride helped the crown and mid-scalp but worsened the frontal area. The user shared personal experiences and invited open dialogue.
User used finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, experienced side effects initially, but saw improvement after stopping minoxidil and ignoring side effects. New hairstyle also improved hair appearance.
Topical dutasteride may be effective for hairloss by staying in the scalp and minimizing bloodstream absorption, potentially improving hair results and reducing side effects. The user seeks advice on its effectiveness.
A user shared their experience with hairloss, initially using Minoxidil, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a derma roller with good results, but relapsed after stopping. They later started a more aggressive protocol including Minoxidil, Finasteride, a derma stamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, achieving great hair regrowth but experiencing side effects from Finasteride.
A user is experiencing ongoing hairloss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for several years and is seeking advice. Suggestions include ensuring correct diagnosis, checking for other health issues, considering finasteride, trying topical antiandrogens, and consulting a dermatologist.
The user saw improvement in hairloss after 8 months by taking Finasteride three times a week, using Minoxidil, derma rolling once a week, and using Ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. They also mentioned working out and taking supplements.
The user has seen marginal improvement in hairloss after increasing finasteride from 1 mg three times a week to daily and using minoxidil inconsistently. They plan to start microneedling and are considering using it on both their scalp and face.
Topical melatonin may have positive effects on hairloss by keeping hair in the growing phase. Users are discussing product recommendations and DIY methods for incorporating melatonin into their hair care routine.
The user has been on a hairloss treatment for 14 months using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without seeing regrowth and is considering adding more drugs due to the psychological impact of hairloss. However, replies suggest the user may not actually be experiencing noticeable hairloss.
The user shared their successful hairloss treatment journey over two years using finasteride, dermarolling, minoxidil, and dutasteride. They discussed their regimen, showed progress pictures, and answered questions about their experience, inspiring others with similar issues.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hairloss treatment, also using topical minoxidil, micro needling, keto shampoo, and PRP sessions. They've seen improvements, with reduced hair shedding and new hair growth, especially at the hairline.
The user tried dutasteride for hairloss for 2.5 years but experienced drastic thinning and receding hairline. They decided to switch back to finasteride, along with minoxidil, LLLT, and ketoconazole, due to dissatisfaction with dutasteride's results and side effects.
The conversation is about a user's hairloss progress and treatment methods. The majority of users suggest shaving the head for better application of treatments like Minoxidil, microneedling, and oils. They also recommend adding finasteride and nizoral shampoo to the regimen.
The conversation is about finding effective hairloss treatments without using finasteride or dutasteride. Suggested treatments include topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, microneedling, PRP, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses a person's hairloss treatment over 1.1 years with finasteride, 1.5 years with minoxidil, and 2 months of microneedling, noting less shedding since starting vitamin D3 a month ago. Commenters are impressed with the results.
User "Shama2" shares progress with hairloss treatment using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice a day for 2.5 months. Others advise consistency, not stopping treatment, and adding microneedling for better results.
User considers scalp micropigmentation (SMP) for hairloss. Mixed opinions shared; some regret it, others satisfied. Choosing reputable clinic and technician is important.
How Finasteride and Dutasteride help reduce hairloss by reducing the amount of DHT in scalp areas, as well as discussing factors such as sensitivity to DHT, 5α-reductase expression in different parts of the hair follicle, and scalp tension.
A user's progress with hairloss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil, with additional advice from other users about the use of dutasteride, LLLT (irestore hat), and Dr pen microneedling.
Creating a carrier solution for topical hairloss treatments using ethanol, propylene glycol or glycerin, and instructions on creating topical finasteride. Different recipes are provided with varying ratios of alcohol to humectant.
User suggests a DIY zix formula for hairloss treatment and shares personal success with it. Another user disagrees, calling zix a "snake oil potion" and advises finding a real treatment instead.
The conversation discusses the potential of a new hairloss treatment, GT20029, which may prevent hairloss by destroying androgen receptors on the scalp. Users express hope for the treatment's success and speculate on its usage routine, effectiveness, and possible side effects.
A 16-year-old girl is experiencing hairloss, which has worsened despite using minoxidil and multivitamins. Suggestions include broader hormone testing and considering other treatments like spironolactone if the hairloss is due to androgenic alopecia.
The user has been using minoxidil for hairloss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.
The user claims to have successfully treated hairloss using natural supplements like collagen, L-lysine, zinc, B12, and bamboo shoot extract, without using the "Big 3" treatments (Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841). The community is skeptical, demanding proof and emphasizing that the "Big 3" are proven effective, while natural remedies are often not.
A group buy for products to treat hairloss, such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. Participants are interested in adding more people before ordering the next order.
Green tea extract and soy isoflavones may help with hairloss by inhibiting DHT and providing additional health benefits. Combining these with finasteride and possibly using nizoral shampoo could enhance effectiveness in managing hairloss.
A user who underwent exosomes treatment for hairloss and reported their experience, with other users discussing the procedure and offering advice. They discussed options such as finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841 and hair transplants.
A 20-year-old experiencing hairloss had negative side effects from finasteride and cannot afford RU58841 or Minoxidil. Suggestions included dermarolling, hair systems, and possibly using peppermint oil or Saw Palmetto.
A user added sandalore to minoxidil for hairloss, observing some vellus hair growth and less scalp inflammation. Others tried sandalore with mixed results, discussing dosage and effectiveness compared to minoxidil and finasteride.