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      community [26M] Min 5 month progress, worse skin?

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced skin irritation and acne while using Minoxidil foam, but after stopping both the foam and a sea salt spray, their skin improved. They plan to try oral Minoxidil, suspecting the sea salt spray, not Minoxidil, was the main cause of their skin issues.

      community Is the DHT itch fact or fiction?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      DHT itch's existence is debated, with some claiming it's real and others saying it's psychological. Finasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, and addressing scalp conditions like dandruff or eczema may help reduce itchiness.

      community 8 weeks in with microneedling and minoxidil/tretinoin

      in Progress Pictures  95 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a combination of microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy to address hair loss, with a focus on the hairline and temples. They emphasize the importance of scalp massages and have seen regrowth, attributing success to their comprehensive routine.

      community Derma roller guide

      in Advice  61 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation provides advice on using derma rollers, stamps, and pens for hair loss, detailing types, usage, cleaning, depth, frequency, and caution with topicals like minoxidil. The user plans to replace a roller with a pen for better accuracy and safety, and uses a castor oil/rosemary oil mix post-needling.

      community Suggestions?

       5 upvotes 12 years ago
      The user is experiencing chronic folliculitis with scalp sores and is concerned about a receding hairline. They have tried various treatments including antibiotics, Nizoral 2% shampoo, and lifestyle changes, but are seeking further advice.

      community watch out, here comes the hair

      in Research/Science  564 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's journey with hair loss and their use of topical finasteride, minoxidil and pyri/minoxidil ratio treatments to attempt hair regrowth. Replies focused on offering support and advice while sharing personal experiences with different treatments.

      community minoxidil scalp Inflammation, lossing my hair very fast,

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user experienced scalp inflammation and rapid hair loss after using minoxidil, despite initial success. Suggestions included switching to minoxidil foam, using oils, trying aspirin, and considering RU58841 for inflammation and hair loss management.

      community Hair Tattoo as a substitue to hair transplant

      in Transplants  517 upvotes 3 years ago
      A hair tattoo substitute for a hair transplant, which many people felt was not a good idea. Several treatments were suggested as alternatives, such as Scalp Micro Pigmentation (SMP) and wigs.

      community Hair Loss “Cure” for Inflammation: Topical Roflumilast

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical roflumilast is effective for reducing inflammation in various scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and eczema, but not proven to stop scarring alopecia. Alternatives like apremilast and Vtama are also discussed for their anti-inflammatory benefits.

      community Mix tretinoin into minoxidil bottle

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      Mixing tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Some users prefer separate application or professional compounding due to potential solubility issues.

      community EU topical melatonin recommendations?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses recommendations for using topical melatonin for hair loss treatment. It also mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.

      community Peak efficacy ($18 for a 4 month supply)

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving a homemade topical solution of Minoxidil and Tretinoin, combined with Finasteride and microneedling. Users share advice on Tretinoin application, emphasizing gradual use to avoid skin irritation.
      Improvements, features, announcements

      community Improvements, features, announcements

      in General  169 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses improvements to a platform and mentions hair loss treatments including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and melatonin. It also highlights the addition of features like Google login, reply by email, keyword extraction, and a term glossary for better understanding of hair-related terminologies.

      community Help! Minoxidil or Duta to avoid Shed of long hair.

      in Female  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering using Tacrolimus Solution and topical Dutasteride to avoid shedding caused by Minoxidil, which they fear may lead to facial side effects. They are also concerned about scalp sensitivity and are exploring different treatment bases to manage seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Sudden, rapid hair loss

       5 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hair loss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.

      community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.

      community Exploring all options - Scalp tension theory

      in Research/Science  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the scalp tension theory as a potential factor in hair loss, alongside DHT, inflammation, and other mechanisms. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and botox injections, with some users exploring additional methods due to varying effectiveness.

      community 3 months transformation (Min+Fin+Derma Roller)

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user's 3-month hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, a derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, rosemary oil, and vitamin D supplements, alongside weight loss. Users discuss shedding, vitamin D benefits, and reducing sugar intake.

      community Unofficial Dermapen/Roller Guide

      in Treatment  255 upvotes 7 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling (dermarolling and dermapen) and the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It provides detailed information about cost and usage of the various treatments, as well as potential side effects.