Using minoxidil and finasteride to address hair loss, with questions about side effects and the possibility of microneedling for increased effectiveness.
The conversation discusses the use of microneedling as a complementary treatment for hair loss alongside oral minoxidil and dutasteride. Opinions vary on its effectiveness, with some users supporting its benefits for hair growth and others questioning its efficacy without topical minoxidil.
The user has been using a hair solution with 0.3% finasteride and 5% minoxidil, along with microneedling, but is experiencing more thinning on one side. Suggestions include checking application techniques and ensuring microneedling is not overdone.
The user has been using a treatment of Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6% since March 3rd, along with microneedling once a week and a DHT blocker. They report good progress in hair growth over two months.
A user reported significant hair regrowth after 4 months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no major side effects. They are considering oral minoxidil and use microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.
The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Suggestions included reducing microneedling frequency, switching to oral minoxidil, adding tretinoin, and considering dutasteride.
The user is concerned about potential shedding after three months of using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. Replies include comments on the effectiveness and dosage of these treatments.
User shared progress pictures after 3 months of using Minoxidil 5% and dermarolling, noting significant shedding but positive results. They plan to continue and may add finasteride.
The user has been using finasteride for 2 years, nizoral for 1.5 years, topical minoxidil for 1 year, and microneedling for 3 months to treat hair loss but hasn't seen improvement or regrowth, even experiencing shedding with new treatments. They are concerned about continued thinning despite the treatments.
User tried dermarolling for hair loss and shared progress pictures. Some suggest adding finasteride and minoxidil, while others debate effectiveness and frequency of dermarolling.
The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.
Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss in some individuals, but opinions vary. Some users report hair loss while on creatine, while others see no effect, especially when using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
The conversation is about experimenting with topical exosomes for hair loss treatment, alongside microneedling, Happy Head's gel-like topical, and Ordinary's hair serum. The user also mentions the availability of treatments like latanoprost and Redensyl.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and microneedling for hair loss for four months. Some users suggest it's too early for noticeable results, while others note potential improvement and emphasize patience.
The user shared their 3-month progress using a routine of finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and supplements, along with microneedling and specific hair care products. They reported no side effects and received positive feedback on their results.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, a dermastamp, and botanical oils like peppermint, rosemary, and pumpkin seed oil for hair growth. The user is considering using Alpha Infuse, which combines microneedling with plant oils, to enhance results.
The conversation is about choosing effective hair loss treatments, specifically discussing RU58841, 5% minoxidil, copper peptides, microneedling, finasteride, dutasteride, and Tretinoin. The user seeks advice on the best topical treatments and prefers to use only 1-2 products.
A user has been on finasteride and minoxidil for a year, along with biotin supplements, microneedling, and ketoconazole, but is experiencing heavy hair shedding and is concerned about the treatment's effectiveness. They are seeking advice and experiences from others regarding shedding and potential signs of hair regrowth.
The conversation discusses switching from topical to oral minoxidil, using oral minoxidil daily and topical minoxidil only on microneedling days. The user also mentions using finasteride and tretinoin but has not seen results after two months.
A user shared their 2-month progress using 5% minoxidil and microneedling for hair loss, noting no significant changes yet. The discussion includes opinions on minoxidil, finasteride, and personal experiences with hair loss treatments.
The user is considering switching from topical to oral finasteride due to lack of progress with their current hair loss treatment, which includes topical fin/min, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, oral minoxidil, biotin, collagen, tretinoin, and hair masks. A suggestion was made to try oral finasteride for potentially better results and to monitor progress over 6-12 months.
The user experienced hair regrowth using a routine of 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, 0.1% dutasteride, and 0.025% tretinoin, with plans to adjust the treatment. They noticed significant improvement within a year and are considering changes to avoid potential hair shedding.
The user is experiencing new hair growth after using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, but is concerned about black dots on the hairline, which might be clogged pores or dormant follicles. The user previously used a topical minoxidil/finasteride spray and had good results, despite a shedding phase after switching treatments.
A user experienced reduced stress and improved hair appearance after getting a buzzcut while using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. The user feels the haircut and treatments may have improved hair quality and filled in patchy areas.
A 22-year-old female with AGA due to PCOS is using 5% minoxidil foam and 2mg finasteride daily, and is seeking advice on microneedling frequency and safety. Concerns about finasteride dosage and its effects on PCOS were discussed, with emphasis on trusting the prescribed treatment plan.
The user shared 60-day progress using 5% topical minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and recently started microneedling with a derma stamp. Users commented on the difficulty of seeing changes due to hair length and even thinning.
A user shared their one-year hair loss treatment progress using oral finasteride, topical finasteride/minoxidil, and microneedling, reporting no current side effects and significant hair improvement. They also use Head & Shoulders for dandruff control and recommend consistency in treatment.
The user experienced increased hair stubble after using 1mg finasteride, 3mg minoxidil, microneedling twice weekly, and daily biotin and vitamin D. They plan to grow their hair out to assess coverage.
The user completed 6 months of using topical liquid minoxidil and oral finasteride, experiencing initial hair shedding followed by gradual regrowth after 2 months. They also dealt with dandruff and reported no negative impact on sex drive.
Microneedling at 1.5 mm should be done every 4 to 6 weeks, not weekly, to prevent scalp trauma and improve hair growth. The user is also using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily, 5 mg minoxidil daily, and started RU58841 two months ago.