A user bought questionable RU58841 powder from AliExpress and seeks a way to test its composition in Europe. Another user suggests using Janoshik for testing.
The user is using 5% minoxidil foam twice daily and 1mg finasteride nightly for hair loss, and has seen positive results in 3 months. They plan to continue the treatment indefinitely as it provides reassurance against hair loss.
A person with hair loss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hair loss might be an autoimmune response.
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The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and a dermaroller within a month. They are advised to consider DHT inhibition for lasting results.
A user shared a 4-month progress picture using Minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling once a week for hair loss. They plan to start finasteride soon and have experienced dry scalp and itching from the treatment.
Intermittent fasting may inhibit hair growth by triggering a stress response that affects hair-follicle stem cells. Some users believe genetics and DHT play a larger role in hair loss, and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are mentioned as ineffective for some.
A user shared progress pictures after 7 months on 1.5mg of finasteride, showing significant hair improvement. The user clarified they split 5 mg pills into quarters, resulting in a 1.33 mg dose.
User started using minoxidil twice daily and microneedling every five days about 8-9 weeks ago. The post is about their progress with these treatments.