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

      in Progress Pictures  49 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 Scalp, eyebrow, eyelash and pubic hair loss.

       7 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss on the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, and pubic area, along with itchy, flaky skin and red patches. They have a history of eczema and dermatitis and suspect that stopping shampoo use and taking Ritalin may have contributed to the issue.

      community Anti androgen shed all over scalp

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing intense hair shedding all over the scalp after applying pyrilutamide to the hairline and taking oral castor oil. They are also using topical finasteride and latanoprost, but are unsure which treatment is causing the shedding.

      community lost all my gains switching from liquid to foam

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil led to hair loss for OP, possibly due to a second shedding cycle. OP experienced allergic reactions to propylene glycol in the liquid form, causing dandruff and itchiness, which improved after switching to foam.

      community Ru 58841 and essential oils question

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user discusses using essential oils like peppermint, rosemary, tea tree, and lavender to improve hair thickness and seborrheic dermatitis. They plan to add RU58841 to their routine and seek advice on using it alongside the essential oils without interference.
      1.5 years topical min and fin where do I go from here

      community 1.5 years topical min and fin where do I go from here

      in General  69 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for 1.5 years, which has thickened existing hair but left some areas thin. They suspect the treatment may be causing dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis and are seeking advice.

      community How to make Azelaic acid solution from powder?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      Azelaic acid is discussed for its anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties, which can improve scalp health and potentially boost hair growth. It is suggested for topical use, especially alongside minoxidil.

      community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.

      community Nothing Has Stopped My Pre-treatment Shedding

      in Update  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is frustrated with ongoing hair loss despite using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. They are considering adding magnesium to their diet and exploring other treatments like micro-needling and keto shampoo.

      community I’ve been using Finasteride (7 years), RU58841, Stemoxydine, and 2% Keto shampoo (3 days a week) and my scalp is still really itchy and inflamed. Why?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using Finasteride for 7 years, RU58841, Stemoxydine, and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss treatment but still experiences an itchy and inflamed scalp. They have not yet tried the prescribed oral Minoxidil and are considering lifestyle factors like diet and sleep as potential contributors to the issue.
      From almost 0 to ?: A journey through hair regrowth - big 4

      community From almost 0 to ?: A journey through hair regrowth - big 4

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  100 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using a hair regrowth treatment plan that includes finasteride, microneedling, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and piroctone olamine shampoo. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness of their regimen and dosage of finasteride, and are curious about others' experiences with piroctone olamine.

      community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

      in Update  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.

      community I think I might have cured my hairloss

       18 upvotes 12 years ago
      The user experienced severe dandruff and hair loss, trying various treatments including oils, vitamins, and minoxidil. They found success by simply dampening their scalp with water twice a day, which improved their hair's appearance and eliminated psoriasis.

      community Improvement or Delusional? 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.

      community Update on "nothing working": think I found my issue

      in Update  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user discovered that a buildup of sebum and residue was preventing Minoxidil and finasteride from working effectively. After thorough scalp cleaning, hair shedding reduced significantly, and microneedling became more effective.

      community 4 months on finasteride and 2% ketaconazole shampoo only.

      in Progress Pictures  61 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old male shares progress pictures after 4 months using finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo, noting initial shedding but overall improvement. He avoids minoxidil and microneedling, and reports thicker hair in balding areas while maintaining high water intake.

      community I always hear the advice to reduce scalp inflammation. What are some non-steroidal ways to reduce inflammation?

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.
      19M: Finasteride Not Helping Seb Derm and Hair Loss

      community 19M: Finasteride Not Helping Seb Derm and Hair Loss

      in Basic Questions  95 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing worsening hair loss and severe seborrheic dermatitis despite using finasteride for six months. Nizoral (ketoconazole) is no longer effective, and they are seeking over-the-counter solutions and advice for an upcoming dermatologist visit.

      community My strong recommendation for those shedding hair

      in Treatment  93 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hair loss.

      community Zinc Pyrithione for pattern hair loss.

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Zinc pyrithione and ketoconazole shampoos may help reduce hair loss by removing DHT from the scalp. Users discuss various treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and non-pharmaceutical options like castor oil and dermarolling.

      community Request for advice, feedback...

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a woman experiencing androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, with suggestions including low-dose oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and hormone replacement therapy. The user is seeking advice due to intolerance to spironolactone and topical minoxidil, and concerns about low testosterone and DHT levels.

      community After ten weeks of microneedling

      in Microneedling  154 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 39 year old male who has been balding since 23 and is intolerant to finasteride, using microneedling with Derminator 2 once per week and minoxidil foam twice daily in an effort to increase thickness of vellus hairs on the crown and maintain hairline.