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      community Tretinoin for increased minoxidil conversion

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about using Tretinoin with Minoxidil for hair loss treatment, discussing the effectiveness and personal experiences with different concentrations. The image linked in the post received negative reactions for being unpleasant.

      community 18mo progress - topical fin/min + oral min/dut

      in Progress Pictures  91 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride/minoxidil and oral minoxidil/dutasteride, with some mild side effects that diminished over time. They plan to add microneedling to their regimen and have seen hair shedding cycles every six months, followed by thicker regrowth.

      community Why do people who do hard drugs have great hair?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses why some people who use hard drugs have great hair, with various opinions suggesting genetics and higher estrogen levels as possible reasons. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are not mentioned.

      community What do you think about this topical formula?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a topical formula for hair loss including Finasteride (0.025%), Minoxidil (0.5%), Tretinoin (0.01%), Caffeine (0.005%), Melatonin (0.003%), Tea Tree Oil (0.05%), Aloe (0.05%), Biotin (0.05%), and Fagron TrichoXidil (2.5%). The user considers removing Minoxidil and Tretinoin to test TrichoXidil's effectiveness.

      community Why isn’t scalp micropigmentation (SMP) more popular?

      in SMP  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp micropigmentation (SMP) is a debated hair loss solution, with some praising its natural look and low maintenance, while others criticize it for looking unnatural and being a temporary fix. Many prefer traditional hair restoration methods like hair transplants or medications such as finasteride and minoxidil.

      community 1y progress. 1.25 fin + topical min

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced hair improvement over a year using finasteride, topical minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and microneedling. The hair density and hairline have strengthened with this routine.

      community Microneedling-induced shedding after 5 months?

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair loss after starting microneedling, despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are advised to consult a doctor as the shedding pattern is unusual and may indicate alopecia areata or other scalp conditions.

      community Is this the right amount of dht?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone taking dutasteride for hair loss since April 2023 but still experiencing shedding. They had blood tests for various levels and are seeking advice on their DHT levels and vitamin D.

      community 5 months 1mg Fin 4 month 5% Min

      in Progress Pictures  566 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old user shared their 5-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil twice a day for hair loss, reporting improved hair growth despite initial shedding and experiencing only minor side effects like watery semen. They also use Nizoral shampoo, take a multivitamin, and plan to start microneedling if progress slows.

      community The number of hairs lost when i washed my hair during first minoxidil shed (and the ratio of mature vs miniaturized hair)

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing a minoxidil shed after six months of use, noting a significant number of miniaturized hairs compared to mature ones, and has been on finasteride 0.5mg daily for two years with positive results. The user meticulously counts and categorizes shed hairs, sparking reactions ranging from amusement to concern over the level of obsession.

      community Losing effects of topical minoxidil and 0.25mg finasteride

      in Minoxidil  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing renewed hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for two years and is considering options like dutasteride, increasing finasteride dosage, or starting microneedling. Respondents suggest waiting another month before making changes, consulting a dermatologist, and potentially adjusting the treatment regimen.

      community 3,5 month progress - 1mg Fin , topical Minoxidil , 0.5mg Dut

      in Is this regrowth?  44 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their 3.5-month progress using 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, and 0.5mg dutasteride, along with biotin, vitamin D, saw palmetto, and multivitamins. They reported improvements in hair regrowth with some dryness from minoxidil and use micro-needling weekly.

      community How can my DHT be so low without Finasteride on cycle?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 months ago
      A user is curious why their DHT levels are not higher despite using 400mg of testosterone without finasteride, and wonders if zinc or GHK-Cu injections could be influencing this. Another user suggests that more testosterone typically leads to more DHT, but the user might be fortunate not to exceed normal DHT levels.

      community Back from the depths - 24M, big 3

      in Progress Pictures  70 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 24-year-old man saw hair loss improvement after 5 months using 1 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil nightly, weekly microneedling with a Dr. Pen A6 at 1.5mm, daily biotin (at least 10,000 mcg), and using a shampoo for thinning hair every other day. He experienced no side effects and confirmed his health with bloodwork.

      community 85 days Topical Min-Fin progress

      in Is this regrowth?  10 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using a treatment of 0.1% topical finasteride, 5% minoxidil, dermastamping, and vitamin D3 supplements for 85 days and is seeing good progress. Other users note the effectiveness of topical finasteride despite it being less potent.

      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 Is this good Progress? Or even any?

      in Is this regrowth?  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and darker hair using finasteride daily, minoxidil nightly, and occasional dermarolling. They noticed significant progress, especially in hair density, and are considering increasing minoxidil use despite itchiness from wearing a hat.