The user uses finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hair loss. They are concerned if applying moisturizer before minoxidil affects its absorption or efficacy.
Homemade topical finasteride solutions are discussed, with one user using 30% ethanol, 50% propylene glycol, and 20% water. Alternatives like dissolving finasteride pills in minoxidil and using stemoxydine are also mentioned.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair thickening after 3 months of using a topical treatment of 0.3/6% finasteride/minoxidil. They also maintained their hair health with 1% Nizoral twice a week and dermastamping every 1.5-2 weeks.
The user is using a 5% minoxidil solution with low propylene glycol and 1 mg of oral finasteride daily but is still experiencing hair shedding, especially at the temples and front. They are concerned about absorption issues and considering adding tretinoin to improve results.
Breezula shows promise in stabilizing hair loss and potentially promoting regrowth at the one-year mark, offering hope for those who can't tolerate 5AR inhibitors. Its local targeting of androgen receptors could be a significant advancement if it avoids systemic side effects.
A user is using a compounded hair loss treatment with 5% minoxidil, 0.005% finasteride, and 0.01% tretinoin but is experiencing issues with residue and greasiness. They are inquiring if using the treatment five times a week instead of daily will still be effective.
The user is unsure if their hair has improved or worsened after inconsistent minoxidil use, iron, and vitamin D supplements. A reply suggests the hair looks better but recommends consistent photo angles for accurate comparison.
A 38-year-old female is experiencing hair loss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.
The conversation is about the best concentration of Tretinoin to use with Minoxidil for hair growth, with suggestions ranging from 0.025% to 0.05%. Users discuss personal experiences and plans to adjust Tretinoin concentration for better results.
A user is asking about the effectiveness of "Minoxidil tincture 5% Purified Water" compared to other Minoxidil 5% products. They experienced itching and redness with other Minoxidil products and suspect they might be allergic.
Micronutrient testing and deficiencies related to hair loss, particularly androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Discussion includes the impact of iron, selenium, zinc, copper, folate, B12, vitamin E, vitamin D, amino acids, and fatty acids, alongside treatments like dutasteride or finasteride.
A user experiences a whitish residue buildup on their temples from using a compounded minoxidil and finasteride spray. Suggestions include ensuring a clean scalp before application, adjusting timing, using a moisturizer, and considering oral treatments to avoid residue.
User is using a homemade topical treatment with .015% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and microneedling at .75mm depth. They also use 2% ketoconazole shampoo, various oils, and are considering increasing finasteride concentration due to mixed results.
The user is experiencing reduced hair shedding and increased hair density after using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, granactive retinoid, and Nizoral, while also taking testosterone and aromatase inhibitors. They question if they are a hyper responder to the treatments, despite mixed feedback from others about visible progress.
A user shared an 8-month update on hair regrowth using HIMS fin/min spray and dermastamping every two weeks, showing significant improvement. Others commented on their own progress and hopes for similar results.
The user has been inconsistently using a 0.1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil topical treatment for hair loss over the past nine months, along with 1% Nizoral once a week. They aim to improve consistency in their treatment this year and report no side effects.
This conversation discusses the topical application of Minoxidil, with various users providing advice on how to accurately measure a dose and keep it from melting too quickly. Others have shared their experiences using oral finasteride for hair loss treatments.
A 16-year-old is asking if their hair situation has improved after using rosemary oil, rosemary water, derma rolling, and ketoconazole, and is considering starting Minoxidil. Replies comment on the user's hairiness and high DHT levels.
The user has been using liposomal topical finasteride since late 2022, progressively increasing the dose, but DHT serum levels remain largely unchanged. Despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, hair condition has neither improved nor worsened.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, focusing on minoxidil and finasteride, with suggestions for microneedling and dermarolling to improve hair thickness. The original poster has used minoxidil for four years and finasteride for over a year but is exploring additional options for better results.
Low ferritin levels can affect hair density, and increasing ferritin through iron supplements may help with regrowth. It's suggested to maintain ferritin levels between 70-100 ng/mL and check other micronutrients for optimal hair health.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. User asks if RU58841 powder mixed in stemoxydine needs refrigeration and if it maintains quality at room temperature like pre-mixed solutions.
A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.
RU58841 may still be potent after being left unopened for four months if protected from light and air. A user reported hair improvement using RU58841 with minoxidil, without major shedding, over 2.5 years.
The user is experiencing hair regrowth with oral minoxidil and dutasteride but still has fragile hairs that easily pluck out from the front center. Despite improvements, the user is concerned about the persistent fragility and shedding of these hairs.
A user has been using a 5% RU58841 solution for hair loss without much result and is considering increasing to an 8% solution to improve outcomes. They are unsure if they should increase the concentration or wait longer for results.