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      community 52M completed my first 30 day on 5% topical Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  37 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 52-year-old man has been using 5% Minoxidil twice daily for 30 days to treat hair loss, alongside 2.5mg Finasteride, which he reduced from 5mg despite his doctor's advice. He has a history of hair loss due to testosterone treatment and hopes to see improvement in the crown area of his scalp.

      community Minox experimentation on pubic hair

      in Minoxidil  280 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user applied minoxidil to their pubic hair for 3 months, resulting in hair growth over 4 inches, and is considering using it for a scalp hair transplant. They plan to continue the treatment despite their wife's disapproval.

      community Oral Minoxidil Changes to Vellus Hair

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person in their early 30s has been using finasteride for about 10 years and recently started oral minoxidil, vitamin chewables, and dermarolling to address hair loss. They noticed pigmented vellus hairs and potential regrowth, questioning if oral minoxidil is more effective than topical due to enzyme differences.

      community Treatment for minoxidil related hair loss

      in Treatment 2 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause significant hair shedding, especially for those who don't need it, and should be used cautiously under medical advice. Natural remedies like onion, rosemary oil, aloe vera, coconut oil, and a healthy lifestyle can help recover from minoxidil-related hair loss.

      community 2 months | 30M | Topical finasteride/minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  85 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 30-year-old man shares his positive experience with a topical solution containing 0.1% finasteride, 7.5% minoxidil, tretinoin, caffeine, and fluocinolone acetonide after experiencing side effects from oral finasteride and no results from 5% minoxidil. He reports noticeable hair growth in two months with minimal side effects, attributing success to the new topical combination.

      community M-29 Facing Hairloss and Thinning

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is starting a hair loss treatment with Minoxidil (5 mg oral and 10% topical), Dutasteride, and Zinc, and is concerned about the high dosages. Other users suggest following the dermatologist's advice, starting with topical treatments, and discussing dosage concerns with the doctor.

      community Adding caffeine to topical minoxidil

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Adding caffeine to topical minoxidil is unlikely to enhance its effectiveness, with most users agreeing it has minimal impact. The main treatments discussed are minoxidil and finasteride, with some users adding other ingredients like azelaic acid and retinol.

      community 6 Months of Minox + 1mg Fin 5x a week.

      in Update 5 years ago
      Using minoxidil and finasteride to address hair loss, with questions about side effects and the possibility of microneedling for increased effectiveness.

      community Adding topical Min and dermastamping to oral Min/Fin?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Biotin for hair recovery and is considering adding topical Minoxidil and dermastamping to improve results. It is suggested to use micro-needling once a week with a 24-hour gap before applying topical Minoxidil.

      community Min and retinol? Anyone tried it?

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil with retinol for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on the effectiveness of this combination.

      community Minxodil collegen synthesis decrease?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      Minoxidil may age skin by slowing collagen synthesis, but using collagen peptides and a basic skincare routine might counteract this. Foam minoxidil could reduce systemic absorption and avoid alcohol-related side effects.

      community Which is minoxidil variations is more effective?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil 5% with finasteride 0.1% for two years and is considering whether to continue with this or try new minoxidil variations available in the market. They are seeking advice on which option might be more effective.

      community Two months of minoxidil 5mg only!

      in Progress Pictures  197 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of minoxidil and the potential addition of finasteride. The user has seen some progress with minoxidil but is hesitant about finasteride due to possible side effects, while others suggest combining both for better long-term results.

      community 3 month progress. Just min no fin

      in Is this regrowth?  28 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 23-year-old has been using 5% minoxidil and derma stamping for three months to address hair loss, with noticeable improvement. Users suggest adding finasteride to prevent further hair loss, as minoxidil alone doesn't address the underlying DHT issue.

      community Using minoxidil for 6 months. Not seeing results

      in Minoxidil  111 upvotes 4 months ago
      Minoxidil alone is not effective for hair regrowth; adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride is recommended. Dermastamping and micro-needling can enhance results, and some users suggest trying oral minoxidil or natural DHT blockers.

      community What else can I do to compliment Minoxidil?

      in Update  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and has seen positive results, but is seeking additional treatments to enhance its effects. One suggestion given is to use finasteride alongside minoxidil.

      community Average tressless user after taking oral minoxidil

      in Satire  1439 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about hair loss and the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) and finasteride (Fin) as treatments. The conclusion is that some users have seen success in maintaining their hair with minoxidil, but there are varying opinions on the effectiveness of the treatments.

      community Retinol or tretnoin with minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      Combining retinol or tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Users discuss the potential benefits and effectiveness of this combination.

      community Combining Stemoxydine + Topical Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Combining stemoxydine with topical minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Users discuss application order and effectiveness, with some skepticism about stemoxydine's benefits.

      community Dutasteride and minoxidil : 5 months

      in Is this regrowth?  88 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is using dutasteride and minoxidil foam for hair regrowth, applying minoxidil once daily due to side effects from the liquid form. They plan to increase dutasteride dosage and possibly apply minoxidil twice daily, while also using ciclopirox olamine shampoo and sulfur soap.

      community Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 9 months ago
      Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil use, with suggestions to reduce dosage or switch to finasteride. Users recommend hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, or electrolysis to manage excess facial hair.

      community 2 months in of Minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1%

      in Progress Pictures  1122 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old is using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% topically for hair growth, with noticeable improvement in two months, especially on the hairline. They also use a derma-stamp every 15 days and report minimal side effects.

      community Results of topical minoxidil 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil but faced issues with gynecomastia when using oral minoxidil and finasteride. They plan to have surgery for gynecomastia and consider using finasteride again, while questioning if minoxidil alone can maintain hair growth.

      community 3 months minoxidil PO, finasteride PO, and biotin progress. 25M

      in Progress Pictures  490 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 25-year-old male shared his 3-month progress using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin for hair growth, reporting positive results and minimal side effects, such as slightly reduced libido. He plans to continue treatment and possibly add microneedling, with hopes of further improvement and potential hair transplant if needed.

      community 6 months on min-fin medication

      in Progress Pictures  610 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 42-year-old user shared progress after 6 months using 1.25mg finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, with 5% topical minoxidil twice a day, improved nutrition, and weekly dermarolling. The user noticed some shedding and slower regrowth but remains disciplined, while others commented on the impressive results and potential side effects of high minoxidil doses.

      community 28yr old 5mg minoxidil daily, .5 dutasteride every 2 days

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started using 5mg minoxidil daily and 0.5mg dutasteride every two days for hair loss, along with rosemary, castor, and pumpkin oil twice a week, and derma stamping once a week. They plan to track progress with photos and maintain hair length with clippers.