community Scalp irritation, what causes it from topical finasteride?
Scalp irritation from homemade topical finasteride may be caused by isopropyl alcohol. Alternatives suggested include using ethanol or everclear with distilled water.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity Progress on 11 weeks of 1mg fin, 5% min twice daily, .8mm dermastamping every 10 dayso, occasional tret and occasional ketoconazol shampoo
A user shares their 11-week progress using 1mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil twice daily, 0.8mm dermastamping every 10 days, occasional tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair regrowth. They plan to continue the treatment for 9 months before considering a hair transplant.
community Roughly 4 months on the fin/min/microneedling combo.
A hair loss regime consisting of finasteride, minoxidil and microneedling that was started 4 months ago with minimal side effects reported. The user also uses Nizoral once a week.
community Could the salicylic acid in my Nioxin shampoo reduce minoxidil effectiveness?
Salicylic acid in Nioxin shampoo may reduce minoxidil effectiveness by inhibiting sulfotransferase activity, potentially causing hair loss. Users suggest stopping salicylic acid use or trying alternative treatments like high-concentration tretinoin or medicated minoxidil/finasteride shampoos.
community No sign of improvement after one year on Fin 1mg daily
Finasteride is used to prevent further hair loss, not for regrowth. Adding minoxidil is suggested for potential hair regrowth.
community Can I use topical steroid along finasteride to reduce scalp inflammation and hairloss?
The user asks if finasteride can be used with the topical steroid betamethasone dipropionate to reduce hair loss and scalp inflammation. The discussion revolves around combining these treatments for better results.
community What is the consensus on topical tretinoin mono therapy?
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of topical tretinoin as a monotherapy for hair loss, with users suggesting it may not be as effective as minoxidil or finasteride. The original poster is considering other options like a phenol peel and is concerned about the risks of derma rolling.
community First one is before, second one is after. Is it getting better?
A user shared their experience using Minoxidil for 5 months and finasteride for 3 weeks, with inconsistent microneedling. Another user advised waiting at least 6 months to see results.
community IGFBP‐rP1 is a potential therapeutic target in androgenic alopecia
IGFBP‐rP1 shows potential for treating androgenic alopecia by influencing hair cycle transitions. Increasing IGF-1 levels may have similar effects to Minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors in reducing hair loss.
community Experience with Redensyl?
Hair loss treatments, specifically experiences with Redensyl as well as other treatments such as Minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841.