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      community Scalp Microneedling with Growth Factors - Take 1

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses using microneedling with growth factor serum, PRF injections, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and topical exosomes to treat hair loss, particularly on the crown. OP plans to microneedle twice a month and seeks feedback on Korean growth factor serums.

      community Once daily topical Min, weekly 1.5 mm dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 5% minoxidil once daily and microneedling with a 1.5 mm dermaroller weekly for three months, considering increasing minoxidil usage but avoiding finasteride due to libido concerns. Another person suggests considering other treatments like RU58841, alfatradiol, topical finasteride, clascoterone, or saw palmetto since not using a DHT blocker could be less effective.

      community If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next?

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 4 months ago
      Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.

      community 4 months fin and 2 months minoxidil update

      in Is this regrowth?  25 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding but is now seeing regrowth after 4 months on finasteride and 2 months on minoxidil, with no major side effects. They use 1 mg finasteride daily, 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and derm stamping weekly.

      community Mechanism of Action these drugs re-grow hair?

      in Technology  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 promote hair growth by different mechanisms, with minoxidil and prostaglandin E1 being specifically mentioned. Corticosteroids can also cause hair growth.

      community 3 Months Fin/Min/Microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared a 3-month progress update on hair loss treatment using finasteride (1 mg), minoxidil (5% once or twice daily), and microneedling (1.5mm every 2 weeks) with no side effects. Commenters are impressed, discussing hair follicle revival and the user's method, noting the hair appears darker.

      community Rolling + Essential Oils - Please Help

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride (2mg daily) to halt hair loss and is considering dermarolling with essential oils (Rosemary, Thyme, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Lavender, Jojoba) to restore the hairline. They are hesitant to use Minoxidil due to concerns about losing gains if they stop.

      community Has Saw Palmetto (or PSO) stopped my shedding?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced hair shedding despite using natural remedies but saw improvement with topical finasteride and oral minoxidil. After stopping supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil, shedding resumed, but combining them again with finasteride and minoxidil reduced shedding.

      community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.

      community fluridil (topilutamide) vs. cb-03-01 (clascoterone)

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about comparing the effectiveness of fluridil and clascoterone in preventing hair loss and inquiring about their use as standalone treatments. There is a question about the concentration of the fluridil brand for efficacy.
      How to use topical fin and user experiences with it

      community How to use topical fin and user experiences with it

      in General  104 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical finasteride and minoxidil, combined with microneedling, are recommended for treating thinning hair areas, with 1-2 sprays daily being effective and having fewer side effects than oral finasteride. Starting microneedling at 1.0mm is advised for effectiveness while minimizing invasiveness.

      community How many sheds have you had, and over what period of time?

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 3 months ago
      People using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss experience multiple shedding phases, with some reporting regrowth and improved self-esteem, while others struggle with ongoing hair loss. Despite the challenges, many find the treatments worthwhile, though results vary.

      community Experiencing Severe Shedding on Finasteride and Minoxidil After 18 Months

      in Basic Questions  159 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 18 months and experienced significant hair shedding after increasing minoxidil dosage, which has not stopped despite reducing the dosage. They are concerned about the effectiveness of finasteride and whether minoxidil triggered ongoing hair loss, compounded by personal stress and trauma.

      community Min/Fin/Needle July 2024-March 2026

      in Progress Pictures  33 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and improved hair density using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with microneedling as an additional treatment. They are considering a hair transplant for low-density areas but are uncertain due to existing follicles.

      community Efficacy and Systemic DHT Suppression of Topical Finasteride vs Dutasteride

      in General  122 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride may have limited absorption due to its higher molecular mass compared to finasteride, potentially affecting its efficacy in suppressing DHT locally. Microneedling might enhance dutasteride absorption, possibly offering stronger local DHT suppression with fewer systemic effects.

      community Atleast 30 character are requireded

      in Satire  470 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, with users sharing personal experiences and side effects. Some users mention changes in hair and semen consistency, while others discuss male contraception methods.

      community does dermarolling work with oral minoxidil?

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses whether dermarolling (microneedling) works with oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment. References to studies on microneedling alone and combined with minoxidil are provided.

      community First update - Minox - LL RLT - micro needling

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old male is documenting his hair regrowth progress using minoxidil, red light therapy, copper peptides, and micro-needling, with noticeable improvement in hair thickness and coverage. He plans to add a topical finasteride/minoxidil spray and aims for a shadow on his scalp rather than a full head of hair.

      community Help with fin or min

      in General  69 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about deciding between using minoxidil alone, a topical combination of minoxidil and finasteride, or topical minoxidil with oral finasteride for hair loss treatment. The user is concerned about hair loss progression and is unsure about the effectiveness of the brands available.