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      community M20 : Need advice on starting minoxidil

      in General  114 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and increased hair fall, and is considering using minoxidil for 3-4 months but is concerned about the long-term commitment and potential hair loss after stopping. They have tried multivitamins, serums, and shampoos, and are hesitant about starting PRP treatment.

      community Is this real minoxidil? (On Amazon)

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is unsure if the minoxidil they bought on Amazon is genuine, as it is labeled as a "hair growth spray" and contains other ingredients like niacinamide. They are seeking advice on how to verify its authenticity.

      community Started topical minoxidil 3 months ago (progress?)

      in Is this regrowth?  149 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using topical minoxidil and derma stamping for hair regrowth, along with multivitamins, biotin, and saw palmetto. Many suggest adding finasteride for better long-term results, but the user is hesitant due to potential side effects.

      community Is this regrowth ? Topical Min/Fin

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old is using keto shampoo, topical Minoxidil 5% for 3 months, and topical finasteride 0.1% for 1.5 months to address hair loss. They are noticing baby hairs and shedding, questioning if the hairs will thicken and if more time is needed for finasteride to work.

      community 4 months Oral Minoxidil 1.25 mg Daily (33 M)

      in Progress Pictures  520 upvotes 3 years ago
      This user, "ediblediety", has been taking oral minoxidil (1.25 mg daily), keto shampoo and occasional derm-rolling for 4 months to treat their hair loss, and they have experienced a shedding phase after the first few weeks of use. They report improvements in the thickness of their facial and body hair, but note that this may be daunting to women.

      community Minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, WAY-316606, and derma stamping.

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is using Minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, WAY-316606, Ketoconazole, MK-677, and derma stamping to treat hair loss and has noticed new hair growth, especially around the temples and hairline. They apply different treatments at various times of the day and have seen improvements in skin condition and body hair texture.

      community Extra bonus of taking oral minoxidil 10 mg split morning niggt

      in Minoxidil  61 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil at 10 mg daily, split between morning and night, alongside finasteride for 7 years, and reports new hair growth at the temples. Many users express concern over the high minoxidil dosage, citing potential health risks, while others question the effectiveness and necessity of such a dose.

      community After 7 years on minoxidil 5% foam how bad is it? (28 year old male)

      in Is this regrowth? 3 months ago
      A 28-year-old male, who has been using minoxidil for 7 years, is concerned about hair miniaturization and is considering adding pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and nizoral to his regimen after experiencing side effects from finasteride. Despite concerns, others reassure him that his hairline appears normal for his age, and he is likely around a Norwood 1.5.

      community 3 months min/fin, kinda consistent

      in Is this regrowth?  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 29-year-old male experiencing hair loss started using oral minoxidil and finasteride three months ago, along with keto shampoo, and notices slight progress despite inconsistent use. He plans to continue this regimen for a year.

      community Kintor 0.9% , save your money friends

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 3 months ago
      Kintor 0.9% is not effective for hair regrowth or thickening and may cause testicle sensitivity. The conversation criticizes the hype around Kintor and discusses the ineffectiveness of pyrilutamide compared to other treatments like RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil.

      community Minoxidil results - Starts July 7

      in Minoxidil  294 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical minoxidil for hair loss, with the original poster sharing positive results after three months of use without finasteride. Many users suggest adding finasteride to maintain gains, while others share their experiences and concerns about side effects and application methods.

      community 6-Month Progress Update: Fin & Min

      in Is this regrowth?  65 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 31-year-old experienced hair regrowth using a daily regimen of 5% minoxidil spray and 1mg oral finasteride over six months, with no side effects. The user noticed slow but positive progress, especially in the temple area, and plans to continue the treatment as advised by their doctor.

      community hairline resurrection — 2 months before/after [5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride everyday, 2% keto shampoo every three days, weekly 0.5mm dermarolling]

      in Progress Pictures  482 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation was about a user named Substantial_Pen_1099 who has been using an regimen of 5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride everyday, 2% keto shampoo every three days, and weekly 0.5mm dermarolling for hair loss treatment over the course of 3 months. Others in the conversation expressed disbelief at their progress, to which Substantial_Pen_1099 provided video proof as evidence.

      community 22M with Hairline Thinning, Minoxidil Use, Seeking Reassurance

      in Basic Questions  85 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hairline thinning and has been using topical minoxidil for a year without significant improvement. They are considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects and are seeking reassurance and advice from others with similar experiences.

      community 21M, Dermatologist prescribed only Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old was diagnosed with early-stage androgenetic alopecia and prescribed only minoxidil 5% and ketoconazole shampoo by a dermatologist, who advised against finasteride for now. The user is skeptical about starting minoxidil due to concerns about increased hair loss.

      community Minoxidil Sulfate makes everyone a responder

      in Research/Science  260 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil sulfate is more effective than regular minoxidil, especially for those with low sulfotransferase levels or scalp sensitivity, but it is unstable unless delivered in a liposomal format. Combining minoxidil with tretinoin can enhance effectiveness, and stopping minoxidil use can lead to rapid hair loss.

      community Minoxidil formula from dermatologist better than commercial Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their experience with a dermatologist's special minoxidil formula containing vitamin E, pantenol, rosemary, and finasteride, which improved their hair loss better than commercial minoxidil. Another user confirmed that the presence of finasteride in the formula is a significant difference.

      community 14 Week Progress - Bald spot--gone! Hair much darker this month... Hairline going from rounded to pointed at the temples

      in Progress Pictures  73 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 29-year-old is using 5% topical minoxidil, 5 mg oral minoxidil, 1 mg finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and weekly microneedling to treat hair loss, reporting significant progress in hair regrowth and hairline improvement. The routine includes applying minoxidil twice daily, managing dead skin with shampoo, and using a baseball cap to maintain hair appearance.