Minoxidil, derma stamp, and Nizoral shampoo are being considered to maintain hair until finasteride can be used. The user is contemplating adding RU58841 or KX-826.
A user's journey with hair loss and their use of topical finasteride, minoxidil and pyri/minoxidil ratio treatments to attempt hair regrowth. Replies focused on offering support and advice while sharing personal experiences with different treatments.
The user has been using a topical solution of minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.025% daily, along with dermastamping every two weeks and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week for four months. The treatment is for hair loss.
A 39-year-old male has been using oral finasteride for 2 months and topical minoxidil 5% for 5 months, along with dermastamping and keto shampoo weekly, to address hair loss. He feels his hair is thicker overall but is concerned about a persistent bald spot.
A user reported hairline regrowth after two weeks on a treatment including finasteride, peppermint and rosemary oils, emu oil, magnesium oil spray, apple cider vinegar, and dermarolling, while avoiding shampoos and conditioners. They believe DHT contributes to hair loss but also suggest follicle fibrosis is an issue.
Oral minoxidil is causing body hair growth but not improving scalp hair, despite using dutasteride and finasteride. Users suggest waiting longer for results, checking vitamin levels, and considering additional treatments like topical minoxidil, dermarolling, and supplements.
The user is seeking oral Minoxidil in Europe due to issues with topical Minoxidil causing dandruff and dry scalp. They have started using oral Finasteride and are considering Ketoconazole shampoo.
The conversation discusses the impact of vitamins, stress reduction, and appropriate shampoo on hair health, with the original poster noting slight improvements after two months of using vitamins B5, B6, zinc, and a suitable shampoo. Many users express skepticism about the effectiveness of vitamins for hair loss unless there is a deficiency, emphasizing the importance of addressing DHT and considering 5AR inhibitors.
A user shared their 9-month hair recovery progress using minoxidil, finasteride, Alpecine shampoo, coconut oil, a multivitamin, and plenty of water. Replies praised the significant improvement from NW3 to NW2 with good density.
The user is seeking alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth, currently using 0.1% topical finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include microneedling, red light therapy, rosemary oil, and other topical treatments like cetirizine, Stemoxydine, and Latanoprost.
An 18-year-old started using minoxidil 5% and ketoconazole 2% shampoo for hair loss but hasn't seen progress after 5 months. They are considering adding finasteride to their treatment.
A user shared their hair loss treatment which includes a custom solution with multiple ingredients, caffeine liquid, and saw palmetto, and mentioned shedding after 40 days of use. Some replies discuss the effectiveness and cost of the treatment, while others debate the usefulness of topical dutasteride.
A person treated their diffuse alopecia with oral minoxidil (10mg daily), oral finasteride (reduced to 0.25mg daily due to side effects), castor oil, vitamins, and ashwagandha, and plans a hair transplant in Turkey. They stopped using topical minoxidil, have seen improved hair density, but are still experiencing hair loss.
The conversation is about a user's successful hair regrowth after 5 months of using 1.25mg Finasteride, 5% Minoxidil, and Nizoral twice a week. The user, aged 28, experienced shedding in the first 6 weeks but has seen significant improvement since.
A 22-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil, along with microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo, for hair loss. He is concerned about midscalp progress and is considering switching to dutasteride.
The user experienced severe scalp itching after using RU58841 and ketoconazole shampoo, despite trying moisturizing treatments. They suspect the issue is related to the propylene glycol in the vehicle and are seeking alternatives.
A user shared their 3-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, along with Pura D’Or anti-thinning shampoo and a scalp massager. They noticed initial worsening but later saw hair follicle recovery.
Topical dutasteride 0.05% is more effective for hair growth than oral finasteride 1mg, with minimal DHT reduction. The formulation uses castor oil and MCTs for better absorption but is not widely available until 2028.
The conversation discusses a last-resort hair loss treatment combining topical finasteride, minoxidil, melatonin, and progesterone, with claims that topical finasteride can inhibit up to 52% of scalp DHT. One reply clarifies that progesterone is not an anti-androgen but has anti-androgenic properties because it competes with androgens for receptors.
The user is using Hims Spray daily, ketoconazole shampoo 1-2 times a week, and dermastamping weekly or biweekly for hair loss treatment. They have seen some progress but are hoping for more results over time.
The user used oral minoxidil, finasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, and biotin tablets for hair regrowth. They paused treatment but resumed on March 14th, hoping for more hair growth.
The conversation is about a user's hair transformation using a routine that included dermastamping, minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and rosemary oil. The user later stopped using minoxidil and rosemary oil due to greasiness, continuing with finasteride, dermastamping, and ketoconazole.
A 21-year-old used minoxidil, finasteride, avocado oil, peppermint oil, and a derma stamp to treat hair loss and saw significant improvement in 9 weeks. He also used a DHT blocking shampoo and got a haircut to enhance the appearance of hair growth.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment involving oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and a custom topical formulation with minoxidil, cetirizine, finasteride, progesterone, and hydrocortisone. The user seeks advice on the effectiveness of these ingredients for diffuse thinning.
The user shared a 2.5-year hair regrowth update using dutasteride, minoxidil foam, a 1.5mm roller, nizoral shampoo, biotin, multivitamins, and a healthy lifestyle, reporting noticeable regrowth after a year with no side effects. The user uses generic dutasteride and Kirkland multivitamins.
The user shared a 6-month update on their hair loss treatment, using finasteride/minoxidil gel, ketoconazole shampoo, thickening shampoo and conditioner, and topical minoxidil. They wash their hair three times a week and switched to a less oily topical foam. Other users commented on their hairstyle, advising against it to prevent traction alopecia.
A user shared their 7-month hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, daily microneedling, and 9 vitamins, including vitamin E, D, C, B12, biotin, omega 3, and zinc. They also massage their scalp daily and use baby shampoo.
The conversation is about using a topical spray containing minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair regrowth over six months, with positive results and minimal side effects. The user also mentions using biotin and alpecin, and discusses the benefits of topical application over oral forms.
A new alcohol-free, propylene glycol-free topical finasteride foam is available for prescription in Canada and the USA, offering a cleaner alternative for hair loss treatment. The product also offers a combination of 0.1% finasteride with 5% minoxidil and aims to be affordable and less irritating for sensitive scalps.