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      community Minoxidil Response Test - worth it?

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical minoxidil for hair loss and the potential benefits of taking a Minoxidil Response Test to determine enzyme activity related to its effectiveness. Some users have considered or tried alternatives like oral minoxidil or tretinoin, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness.

      community Is topical min a waste of time for diffuse thinners?

      in General  81 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering switching from oral to topical minoxidil due to lack of improvement and side effects, while continuing with dutasteride or finasteride. They seek advice from others with diffuse thinning.

      community 20m /// 3 month progress pictures

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 3-month hair loss progress using 5% topical Minoxidil, 8% topical RU58841, 1mg Finasteride daily, and a 1.5mm derma stamp weekly. Another user commented that the results look improved.

      community Day 1 of oral min 5mg with fir and multivitamin

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user plans to take oral minoxidil 5mg, topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride 0.5mg, and various vitamins for hair loss. A caution was given about the high daily dosage of vitamin D3.

      community M30, month 5 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 30-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after five months of using topical minoxidil (5% foam) and oral dutasteride (0.5 mg daily). The user reported no side effects and was grateful for the progress, despite the rapid gains slowing down.

      community What oral minoxidil dosage works for you all?

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user is considering using 2.5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, having already seen some results with 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg finasteride. Others suggest starting with a lower dose to monitor tolerance and adjust as needed.

      community Oral minoxidil and lowering the dose?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair regrowth with 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride but also side effects like eye puffiness and hypertrichosis. They are considering reducing the minoxidil dose to 2.5 mg to lessen side effects and are curious about caffeine serums for eye puffiness.

      community 1 year of dut 0.5mg and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  172 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after one year of using dutasteride 0.5 mg, oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, and weekly dermastamping. They experienced no negative side effects and plan to stop using topical minoxidil soon.

      community How do you guys use minoxidil twice a day?

      in Minoxidil  10 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses challenges and tips for applying liquid topical minoxidil twice a day, with users sharing their experiences and methods for managing greasy hair. Many users apply minoxidil once at night, and some combine it with finasteride for better results.

      community Topical Min (Liquid) Ingestion

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user inquired about safely ingesting topical 5% Minoxidil due to the unavailability of oral Minoxidil in their country. They seek advice on diluting it to match the equivalent of 1mg oral Finasteride.

      community oral minoxidil is coming in clutch fr

      in Satire  641 upvotes 3 years ago
      . This conversation is a satire post about a user who appears to have an abundance of hair, with other users commenting and asking questions about the treatments they use for their hair loss. Treatments discussed include minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Anyone else just dump Minoxidil wherever

      in Chat  137 upvotes 3 months ago
      Minoxidil is applied beyond the crown, including the hairline and other areas, despite labels suggesting crown use only. Users report success with broader application, and some prefer oral minoxidil for convenience.

      community Scared to hop on minoxidil

      in General  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about concerns over starting minoxidil due to the initial shedding phase, with minoxidil being the only available treatment option. Despite fears, shedding is a normal part of the process and indicates new hair growth.

      community Mixing topical minoxidil and alfatradiol

      in Treatments  39 upvotes 10 months ago
      Mixing minoxidil and alfatradiol in one bottle may affect their effectiveness due to potential stability issues. It's recommended to apply them separately for full benefits.

      community 4 months of daily minoxidil usage

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared progress after 4 months of using topical minoxidil daily, along with dermastamping and Nizoral shampoo. They are seeking suggestions for better results.

      community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing ongoing hair loss 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.

      community Hyper responders to minoxidil.

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral minoxidil and finasteride can lead to quick hair growth, with some users noticing changes in as little as 2-3 weeks, though head hair may take longer. Many prefer oral minoxidil over topical due to convenience, and some also use ketoconazole shampoo and other topical treatments.

      community Starting 1mg Fin + 5% topical Min

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for hair loss, along with a dermaroller, Alpecin caffeine shampoo, and Nizoral shampoo. Users express optimism about the potential improvement in hair density.

      community Minoxidil alone?

      in General  40 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing painful side effects from finasteride and is considering switching to oral minoxidil and biotin to maintain their hair. They are seeking advice on whether this change would help preserve their current hair.

      community 5% minoxidil &1mg finasteride -7th months- Asian-23M

      in Progress Pictures  620 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's successful hair regrowth after 7 months of using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and adding micro needling 4 months ago. The user also took biotin, fish oil, and collagen supplements, and reduced finasteride intake to once every 3 days due to minor libido decay.

      community Oral and topical minoxidil at the same time

      in General  33 upvotes 10 months ago
      Switching from topical to oral minoxidil may cause initial hair shedding, but oral minoxidil is likely more effective. Shedding should be temporary, and results should be monitored over a few months.