community Allergic to minoxidil
The user is allergic to minoxidil and experienced severe itching and redness. They are considering alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment.
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450-480 / 1000+ resultscommunity Temple revival. Dropping Oral min.
The user experienced negative side effects from oral minoxidil, including cardiac issues and excessive sweating, and decided to switch to topical minoxidil while using other treatments like RU58841, Setipiprant, Azelaic acid, and latanoprost. Another user suggested splitting the oral minoxidil dose to reduce side effects.
community pyrilutamide solution progress log
A 28 year old using a hair loss prevention protocol to restore thinning hair, which includes finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, alopecin, nizoral shampoo and microneedling; the user is now adding pyrilutamide solution to the regimen with the hope of improving their results. RU58841 was also ordered but not yet used.
community Any alternatives to topical min?
The user is considering alternatives to topical minoxidil for hair growth due to concerns about future cat ownership, mentioning stemoxydine and redensyl as possibilities. They currently use topical regaine foam and oral finasteride.
community Using a 3 in 1 spray, Fin, Min, tretinoin
A user is starting a hair loss treatment with a 3-in-1 spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. They are concerned about whether to continue shaving their head and how to determine if hair follicles are dead.
community Topical Minoxidil is a pain in the ass for diffuse thinners
Topical minoxidil being a difficult product to apply, with users considering finasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil as alternative treatments for diffuse thinning hair. Other advice includes shaving the head in the first 3 months of using minoxidil and finding ways to apply it without saturating the hair.
community What do we think about this one bros? 0.1% Alfatradiol compunded by my Pharmacy
The conversation discusses using 0.1% Alfatradiol compounded by a pharmacy for hair loss treatment. It also mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.
community Reaction to Minoxidil Foam version
User experienced itching, redness, and hives from Minoxidil foam and is questioning if they are allergic to Minoxidil or another ingredient. They have switched to oral Finasteride.
community Peppermint oil and/or dermarolling???
The conversation is about someone experiencing hair thinning at the temples and seeking alternative treatments to Minoxidil due to side effects. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of peppermint oil and dermarolling for hair growth.
community Ru58841 and tretinoin for better...
RU58841 and tretinoin are discussed for better absorption in hair loss treatment. The effectiveness of tretinoin with minoxidil is debated.
community Do-it-yourself topical melatonin?
The conversation is about creating homemade topical melatonin for hair loss, with one person suggesting adding melatonin to stemoxydine as a potential treatment.
community Tretinoin aka retinoic acid, the minoxidil enhancer
Tretinoin can make minoxidil more effective for hair loss treatment, but some users did not see improved hair density with this combination and had better results with dutasteride.
community Minoxidil recommendations?
The conversation is about recommendations for hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, castor oil, a dermapen, and tocotrienols. Users discuss different minoxidil brands, with some preferring Kirkland despite concerns about irritation and dilution.
community Propylene glycol vs ethyl alcohol(70% or 96%) for topical finasteride solution. Pros and cons?
The conversation discusses the pros and cons of using propylene glycol versus ethyl alcohol in topical solutions for finasteride and minoxidil. It questions why propylene glycol is commonly used and whether ethyl alcohol might be a better option.
community Ro mane spray effectiveness for thinning hair
Ro mane spray, containing finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, is discussed as a topical treatment for thinning hair. Users believe it should be effective due to its ingredients.
community Potential pp405 info next week at masters of athetics
Discussion on hair loss treatments, focusing on pp405, with skepticism about its effectiveness and concerns about its association with the cosmetic industry. Users also mention treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community Progress on 11 weeks of 1mg fin, 5% min twice daily, .8mm dermastamping every 10 dayso, occasional tret and occasional ketoconazol shampoo
A user shares their 11-week progress using 1mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil twice daily, 0.8mm dermastamping every 10 days, occasional tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair regrowth. They plan to continue the treatment for 9 months before considering a hair transplant.
community 3 months update (min, fin, microneedle, ketocanozal)
The user has been using 5% Minoxidil foam for three months, 1mg Finasteride for 1.5 months, weekly derma stamping, and Ketoconazole shampoo twice a week for hair loss treatment. They have not noticed any improvement since February and are concerned about baby hair falling out when applying Minoxidil and shampooing.
community Tretinoin with minoxil together.
Combining tretinoin with minoxidil may enhance hair growth when minoxidil alone becomes less effective. Apply tretinoin, wait 40 minutes, then apply minoxidil, and avoid sun exposure.
community Follivera - Doctor recommended this as an minox alternative, does the ingredients make sense
A doctor recommended Follivera as a minoxidil alternative, but users are skeptical, suggesting minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride for hair loss. Some users mention adenosine and piroctone olamine as potentially helpful ingredients.
community Mixed Minoxidil 2% in the morning, and 5% minoxidil before bed?
A user discusses using a mixed solution with minoxidil 2%, hydrocortisone butyrate, and estrone in the morning, and considering adding 5% minoxidil at night. They also use Restax softgel but avoid finasteride.
community Concerned About 5 mL Minoxidil Dose for Seborrheic Dermatitis
The conversation is about a user concerned about a prescribed 5 mL daily dose of 5% minoxidil for seborrheic dermatitis and hair thinning, which seems excessive compared to the typical 2 mL recommendation. The user is advised to consult their dermatologist and consider additional treatments like ketoconazole and CBD+MCT.
community dandruff or skin dryness when using topical finasteride with propylene glycol
The conversation discusses using topical finasteride with propylene glycol, which causes scalp dryness or dandruff. The user also uses Nizoral, Nioxin, and DHT oil, and considers using a scalp conditioner to alleviate dryness.
community Would topical minoxidil + tretinoin cause less(or none) hypertrichosis compared to oral minox?
A user is considering switching from oral minoxidil to a combination of 5% topical minoxidil and tretinoin to reduce hypertrichosis. They hope this combination will be effective without causing excessive body hair growth.
community Oral topical minoxidil - a recipe
A user in Poland created a homemade "oral topical minoxidil" using 2% topical minoxidil, propylene glycol, and vodka due to difficulty obtaining oral minoxidil. They shared a recipe and sought feedback, emphasizing caution and safety in dosing.
community Drastic and sudden change in hair loss condition
The user experienced increased hair loss and scalp itchiness despite using finasteride and plans to resume minoxidil and start microneedling. They are considering using clay, Aveda thickening tonic, and a beanie to manage the appearance of thinning hair.
community Can a natural hair product like this one contribute to hair loss?
A user likes a natural hair styling product that makes their hair look thicker and is seeking opinions on whether it could harm hair follicles. They also question if cold water is sufficient to wash the product out and mention they are experiencing hair thinning.
community Enlighten me about the role of ethanol and PG in topical solutions, where the ideal ratio of the two is, and why?
The conversation discusses the use of ethanol and propylene glycol (PG) in topical solutions for hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil. The user dislikes the texture of PG and questions the ideal ratio and necessity of PG in these solutions.
community Megadosing Koshine826(Pyrilutamide), my Plan.
The user plans to use 1% Koshine826, 0.1% Alfatradiol, Minoxidil with Tretinoin, microneedling, and Stemoxydine for hair loss treatment. They expect significant recovery with this regimen.
community Going for mixology with fingers crossed.
The user is experimenting with a mix of topical treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil, to improve hair growth, particularly at the temples and core. They are also trying various oils, despite skepticism about their effectiveness, to see if they can enhance results without causing harm.