community 2 month Fin + minox daily progress
A 23-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil nightly, seeing new hair growth after two months. Others share experiences and advice, noting progress and potential shedding.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity Min, without fin. Worth it or no
Minoxidil can be used alone to address thinning hair, but it may be less effective without finasteride. Minoxidil increases blood flow and may regrow some hair, but it doesn't block DHT.
community Is this regrowth/progress?minoxidil After 11 months.
The user has been using 5% Minoxidil and microneedling for 11 months, showing some regrowth, and is considering adding Finasteride to enhance results. Many suggest adding Finasteride, either orally or topically, to address DHT-related hair loss and improve hair growth.
community 6 Months of Minox + 1mg Fin 5x a week.
Using minoxidil and finasteride to address hair loss, with questions about side effects and the possibility of microneedling for increased effectiveness.
community Female diffuse hair loss on spiro with irregular periods (photos) + genetic hair loss
A 34-year-old woman is experiencing diffuse hair loss and irregular periods, possibly due to long-term spironolactone use. She is considering minoxidil and finasteride for treatment and seeking medical advice for androgenic alopecia and hormonal imbalances.
community 5 Months Progress Topical Fin/Oral Min
User shared progress pictures after 5 months using 5 mg oral minoxidil, a topical formula with 8% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and 0.01% tretinoin, and a 1.5 mm Dermapen every other week. The conversation discusses the effectiveness of this regimen for hair loss.
community Adding an emollient to Minoxidil to avoid the dryness
Minoxidil causes dryness, and adding an emollient might help. The foam version is suggested to reduce dryness.
community Best minoxidil formulation for best results?
The conversation discusses creating a customized minoxidil formulation with tretinoin, azelaic acid, and caffeine, but there are concerns about foam stabilization due to acidity. The user seeks advice on the best formulation for effective results.
community Oral minoxidil hypertension after stopping
The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil (5mg daily) a year ago, saw no improvement, and experienced chest pain and trouble sleeping after stopping. They are considering whether to resume and taper the dosage due to stress and anxiety.
community Extremely potent catalyst for Minoxidil
Using Megatek with minoxidil significantly increases hair growth, especially vellus hairs, but is less effective alone. Biotin and ketoconazole shampoo are also used to support hair health.