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community Quitting minox - going for alternatives

in Minoxidil 4 upvotes 4 years ago

The user stopped using minoxidil due to side effects and is trying alternatives like vitamin D supplementation, scalp massages, cold showers, oil treatments, zinc shampoo, and dermarolling. They report improved scalp health and some new hair growth, despite skepticism from others about the effectiveness of these methods.

community 9 months 7%min / 0.3%fin and derma stamping.

in Progress Pictures 270 upvotes 10 months ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 7% minoxidil, 0.3% finasteride, and derma stamping over nine months. They reported no side effects and noticed results around 3-4 months, with faster progress when using derma stamping 2-3 times a week.

community Aggressive minoxidil shed post HT +8 months

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair shedding and dryness after starting minoxidil 8 months post-hair transplant, despite using finasteride and oils like castor and pumpkin seed oil. They expressed concern over the loss of density and the appearance of a failed transplant.

community Where can I get Ethanol or Ethyl Alcohol, so I can make a topical finasteride solution?

in Product 5 upvotes 4 months ago

OP is looking for ethanol to make a topical finasteride solution for hair loss treatment. Users suggest using Everclear or Spirytus as alternatives for ethanol.

community my own advise on what has worked for me

in Chat 14 upvotes 4 years ago

The user recommends washing hair twice daily with glycerin soap, using finasteride and minoxidil, avoiding cigarettes and alcohol, and maintaining a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. They claim these methods have significantly improved their hair health over 25 years.

community 2 weeks before and after: Switched from oral minox to topical and added JXL-069/PP405-3HP

in Progress Pictures 1 upvotes 2 months ago

The user switched from oral minoxidil to topical minoxidil and added JXL-069/PP405-3HP, along with topical dutasteride, melatonin, and tretinoin. They also use low-level laser therapy (LLLT) but doubt its effectiveness.

community oral minoxidil + fin + biotin progress

in Progress Pictures 65 upvotes 1 year ago

The user resumed finasteride and added 5mg oral minoxidil and biotin, noticing quick progress in hair regrowth. Other users discuss dosages and express surprise at the results.

community Scalp irritation, what causes it from topical finasteride?

in Chat 2 upvotes 1 year ago

Scalp irritation from homemade topical finasteride may be caused by isopropyl alcohol. Alternatives suggested include using ethanol or everclear with distilled water.

community For everyone buying 2-deoxy-d-ribose (2ddr)

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using 2-deoxy-d-ribose (2DDR) for hair regrowth, with users sharing mixed experiences and side effects like hair loss in new areas and increased anxiety. The original poster plans to continue testing and comparing it to minoxidil, noting potential instability in 2DDR formulations.

community Dutasteride 0.5 mg - Oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg / First month

in Progress Pictures 9 upvotes 2 years ago

A 24-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia is using a treatment of Dutasteride 0.5 mg, oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg, L-cysteine, and a Ketoconazole/Caffeine/CBD shampoo. He's considering using a dermaroller to improve results, taking biotin and iron vitamins, and quitting nicotine due to its potential link to hair loss.

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