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510-540 / 1000+ resultscommunity concerns about starting minoxidil
An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.
community Verteporfin to deminiaturize follicles
User discusses verteporfin for hair regrowth through "super microneedling" and preventing scarring. They mention a case of an old man regrowing hair after a head injury and suggest verteporfin could recreate this result.
community 3 months’ progress - topical minox - 32F
A user shared 3 months of hair loss progress using topical minoxidil 5%, biotin, and increased protein. The user noted steady improvement and the benefit of progress pictures.
community Aromatase Upregulation along with DHT down regulation could possibly hold the cure
The post discusses the potential of upregulating aromatase to treat hair loss, suggesting that increasing CCL2 levels through Vitamin D or microneedling might help. The user questions why microneedling doesn't work for everyone, especially those with advanced hair loss.
community Min users : Who can name a specific product that offset the development of Min-related lines and wrinkles in your skin ? There are lots of vague 'try Retinol-A' or 'Zinc' or this or that, but has anyone actually gone and got some shit and had it halt wrinkling ?
The conversation discusses treatments to counteract skin wrinkles caused by Minoxidil use. Suggestions include Retinol-A and Zinc, but users seek specific products that have effectively halted wrinkling.
community 6 months on the sauce- Min,Fin,DR
A user's successful 6-month journey with Minoxidil, Finasteride and 0.05 Derma Rolling to regain their hairline, eyebrows, facial hair and overall youthful look. They also discussed the use of topical minoxidil for eyebrow thickening, as well as other skincare routines and healthy lifestyle habits.
community 32M, 5 year progress pictures
The user has been using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and minoxidil foam for hair loss but feels their hair is not as thick as desired. They have stopped using RU58841 due to lack of results and are concerned about hair miniaturization despite these treatments.
community M24: 3 months of results using minoxidil 5% and finesteride 0.1% tropical.
The user has been using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% topically, along with oral minoxidil and finasteride, for three months without major improvement in hair loss. They are also taking vitamin D3, B12, iron, and zinc supplements.
community 23y | 1.7y Minoxidil & Biotine + 1.1y Finasteride + Keto | 7m of 1mm Microneedling (stopped) | Progress & Temples?
A user shared their hair loss progress using minoxidil, biotin, finasteride, and ketoconazole, with 7 months of microneedling. They confirmed using oral treatments.
community 2 year mark minoxidil (fin is 2 and a half) 21 y/o m
community Move to Stemoxydine if Oral/Topical Minoxidil isn't working
community Do you think it’s good 😁 or not 😏 !!!
After six months of using a 0.50mm derma roller, 5% minoxidil, and a 5000 mcg biotin supplement, the user saw hair improvement. They are considering alternatives to finasteride due to concerns about side effects.
community Selling KY19382 powder a novel activator of Wnt/β-catenin signaling Product
Selling KY19382 powder, a novel activator of Wnt/β-catenin signaling, and Kolliphor EL liquid for vehicle formulation. KY19382 is a growth agonist.
community As step up from scalp micro pigmentation
The conversation is about someone using finasteride and minoxidil along with microneedling as a treatment for hair loss, and there's a mention of scalp tattooing as an alternative or additional approach. Some responses mock the approach, while others inquire about the specifics of the treatment and its effectiveness.
community The story of RU58841/ PSK3841
RU58841, a potential hair loss treatment, was not commercialized due to marketability issues and lack of long-term safety data. Concerns about its formulation and delivery methods further complicate its use.
community Tretinoin absorption Minoxidil
Tretinoin may help more minoxidil convert to its active form and could potentially increase its absorption, raising concerns about safety if too much enters the bloodstream. It's unclear if tretinoin affects finasteride absorption.
community 4 years of Miioxidil and Finasteride, added Microneedling am I regrowing or what I should do more?
The user has been using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and biotin for hair regrowth over four years, recently adding microneedling with a derma pen. They are considering increasing microneedling frequency, trying minoxidil pills, and possibly using Dutasteride for better results.
community I thought red light was a scam this entire time. Anyone know where I can buy a decent red light cap that isn’t some aliexpress junk that doesn’t deliver enough irradiance?
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user is also interested in purchasing a high-quality red light cap for hair growth.
community Liquid Min drinkers be like : “Why is this happening?!”
People are humorously discussing unconventional and satirical uses of minoxidil, such as drinking it or injecting it, and the potential absurd consequences. The conversation also touches on the ineffectiveness and risks of these methods compared to proper topical application with microneedling.
community does retinol help minoxidil be more effective?
Retinoids, like tretinoin, may enhance minoxidil absorption and effectiveness on the scalp. Over-the-counter retinols lack strong evidence for similar benefits.
community Will PP405 render Minox and Fin obsolete?
PP405 might make minoxidil unnecessary, but finasteride or other 5AR inhibitors may still be needed. PP405 is expected to be expensive and not available until at least 2028, with limited information on its effectiveness.
community if you use minoxidil and have a pet, read this
community Ru58841 made my hair worse
RU58841 worsened hair condition, causing thinning and unusual patterns. The user stopped using it two months ago but hasn't seen recovery, and there's speculation about androgen receptor upregulation.
community Mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol)
The conversation discusses the mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol) in treating hair loss. It explores theories that it either inhibits 5 alpha reductase to prevent T->DHT conversion or aromatizes scalp T into 17-alpha-estradiol to save hair.
community Did Tretinoin turn you into a minoxidil responder after not responding to minoxidil?
Tretinoin may enhance the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair regrowth by increasing enzyme activity and skin permeability, but its standalone impact is limited. Some users experienced improved hair growth with tretinoin, while others found it worsened their condition.
community Adding the final piece to my fin/min/derma stamp routine
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp for 3 months with significant improvement. They are now adding ketoconazole to their routine.
community pictures before I started pyrilutamide (repost)
Automatic-Law-3612's progress with hair loss treatments, including topical finasteride, topical dutasteride, minoxidil and pyrilutamide. They have been using these products for two weeks and noticed baby hairs in their temples getting longer.
community If my pyrilutamide order from sets in my mail box for several hours will the temperature affect its efficacy?
The conversation discusses concerns about the efficacy of pyrilutamide if left in a mailbox for several hours. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.
community Started finasteride in 09/2023. The top photo is from about a year before I started finasteride + minoxidil. The bottom photo is now at age 37.
The user started finasteride and minoxidil in 2023 and added other treatments like ketoconazole shampoo and a Theradome helmet, noting some improvement but also experiencing fluctuations in hair density. They are considering adding low-dose dutasteride to their regimen and are seeking advice on distinguishing between normal hair changes and actual hair loss progression.