The conversation is about finding a reasonably priced shampoo with piroctone olamine in the US. The user is cautious about trying new or smaller brands.
The conversation is about someone's progress with hair loss treatment using a combination of topical finasteride and minoxidil, and dermastamping once a week. They are considering increasing the dermastamp needle size from 1.25mm to 1.5mm.
The user experienced significant hair improvement after two months of using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, despite initial heavy shedding. They used 0.3% finasteride and 7% minoxidil once daily, and obtained the products from Hims.
RU58841 cured seborrheic dermatitis, oily scalp, dandruff, and scalp pain, improving hair health when combined with Minoxidil. Another user noted diet impacts their seborrheic dermatitis and that finasteride hasn't changed their condition.
The user reports visible improvement in hair thickness after using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo, along with supplements, over 3.5 months. Other users note slight improvement and suggest giving it more time.
Using minoxidil twice daily may offer around 20% better regrowth compared to once daily, but once daily is still effective, especially with dermastamping. The user also uses dutasteride and finasteride daily, and is considering increasing minoxidil application despite concerns about cost and potential shedding.
The user reports hair regrowth after three months using a daily oral capsule with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Biotin, derma stamping twice a week, and alternating Nizoral and Mane Root Activator Shampoo, with no side effects except increased nasal hair growth. They observed significant progress on the crown and thickening of the hairline.
A user shared their progress after 8 months of using oral dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are very pleased with the results.
The user is considering switching from a 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride mix to a combination of 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, 0.01% tretinoin, and 1.5% azelaic acid due to low regrowth success. They are seeking advice on whether to use the new mix at night and continue the old mix in the morning or try oral minoxidil in the morning.
A 21-year-old male has been using dutasteride 0.5mg daily and topical minoxidil 5% nightly for a year and a half without success. He switched to oral minoxidil 0.25mg daily and is taking vitamin D supplements, but remains concerned about ongoing hair loss.
A 30-year-old man shares his positive experience with a topical solution containing 0.1% finasteride, 7.5% minoxidil, tretinoin, caffeine, and fluocinolone acetonide after experiencing side effects from oral finasteride and no results from 5% minoxidil. He reports noticeable hair growth in two months with minimal side effects, attributing success to the new topical combination.
The post discusses a 21-month treatment of hair loss using Finasteride, a 13-month treatment with Minoxidil, and a 2-month treatment with Stemoxydine. Replies suggest enhancing results by adding a micro needling pen and tretinoin to the regimen, and consider Finasteride and Minoxidil as crucial treatments.
The user is trying to maximize minoxidil's effectiveness by applying it for only one hour to avoid spreading it to furniture and pets, especially cats. They experience side effects when combining minoxidil with dermarolling and are considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or microneedling.
The conversation discusses a 4-month hair loss treatment progress using RU58841, topical Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and micro-needling. The user shares progress pictures taken at the start, after 1 month, and the current state, all under the same conditions.
The user is using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil on the hairline, a dermaroller weekly, Alpecin Caffeine shampoo daily, and ketoconazole shampoo weekly. The hairline appears to be improving after two months.
User is experiencing a very dry scalp with thick white flakes from using liquid minoxidil twice daily for a year. They use Nizoral every 10 days and are seeking advice for a healthier scalp, with a suggestion to use finasteride instead.
A 22-year-old is using dutasteride 0.5mg daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, biotin 5mg, and microneedling for hair loss. They also use a shampoo with saw palmetto and green coffee but are unsure of its effectiveness due to its high cost.
A user's 10 month progress report of using finasteride, minoxidil foam and keto shampoo to treat their hair loss, with some discussion on the best frequency of application of minoxidil.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (topical) and Finasteride (oral), over a period of 1 year and 4 months. The user reported best results after 6 months, a significant hair shed 4 months ago, and current regrowth, while also using a 1.25mm dermastamp. The user adjusted Finasteride dosage over time and experienced high testosterone and nipple sensitivity.
A user has been treating hair loss for a year with Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo, recently adding Dutasteride. They are unsure about the effectiveness and seek advice on whether to continue or switch fully to Dutasteride.
The user is experiencing rapid hair loss despite using dutasteride, minoxidil foam, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is concerned about waiting longer to see results. A suggestion was made to consult a dermatologist for a tricoscopy and consider higher doses of dutasteride, while also checking for nutritional deficiencies and thyroid issues.
A 27-year-old user shared their 7-week progress using topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6% daily, along with keto 2% shampoo twice a week and derma needling every 2-3 weeks. They reported no side effects.
A 25-year-old user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after 3 months on 1.2mg finasteride, 3mg minoxidil, and 2.5mg biotin, with no side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with similar treatments, including Hims chewables, and shared optimism about the results.
A woman experiencing hair loss and facial hair growth suspects PCOS or androgenic alopecia and is considering treatments like Rogaine, but is concerned about the cost. She has tried various hair care methods and is awaiting a hormone doctor appointment, while others suggest she may have a hormonal imbalance and recommend seeing a gynecologist or trying cheaper versions of Rogaine.
A user inquired about safely ingesting topical 5% Minoxidil due to the unavailability of oral Minoxidil in their country. They seek advice on diluting it to match the equivalent of 1mg oral Finasteride.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for 1.5 years, which has thickened existing hair but left some areas thin. They suspect the treatment may be causing dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis and are seeking advice.
The conversation discusses using stemoxydine for hair loss, with OP considering using 1.5 ml daily despite the recommended 6 ml. Some users doubt its effectiveness, while others report positive experiences using similar amounts.
A user found a solution for Minoxidil-induced dandruff by using a custom NRF 11.121 mixture from a local pharmacy, which includes ingredients like Isopropyl palmitate and Cremophor RH 40. This formulation prevents dryness and allows better penetration when using hair shaders.
A 26-year-old is using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% topically for hair growth, with noticeable improvement in two months, especially on the hairline. They also use a derma-stamp every 15 days and report minimal side effects.
Using retinol with minoxidil may not be as effective as tretinoin, but retinaldehyde or adapalene could be alternatives. A micro-roller with minoxidil is suggested for better results.