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      community Am I the chosen one? Minoxidil experience.

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user applied Minoxidil foam to their face to grow a beard and experienced increased hair density and darker hair as unintended benefits, despite initially using it for diffuse thinning on the scalp. Another person suggested that the user's heart rate increase might indicate a high conversion rate of Minoxidil to its active form, similar to taking oral Minoxidil.

      community Oral Minoxidil Eyelashes Are Insane

      in Minoxidil  288 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil can significantly increase eyelash length and thickness. Users report mixed results on hair growth, with some experiencing increased body hair.

      community Be careful with minoxidil, even if it's just foam.

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil caused side effects like chest pain and tinnitus for the user, leading them to stop using it and consider switching to finasteride with microneedling. Other users shared similar experiences with minoxidil, while some reported no issues, highlighting varied individual reactions.

      community Water retention from topical minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Topical minoxidil can cause water retention, making the face appear swollen. Switching from liquid to foam and reducing application frequency may help; using dandelion root extract as a diuretic is also suggested.

      community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.

      community 6-month Minoxidil progress update

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 29-year-old shared a 6-month update on using 5% topical minoxidil and occasional dermarolling, reporting improved hair density and a fuller crown. They are considering adding finasteride to their routine but are concerned about side effects.

      community What do we actually know about HMI-115?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss. The conclusion is that HMI-115 is not a 5ar-inhibitor and is instead a prolactin receptor inhibitor. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness and believe that baldness will still be a problem in the future.

      community 3 months progress on topical minox and finasteride

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been applying 2ml of 5% minoxidil and 0.1% topical finasteride daily for hair loss and started derma rolling a week ago. They are considering adding 0.025% topical dutasteride to their routine twice a week and are seeking advice.

      community 3 months topical min and fin growth??

      in Is this regrowth?  107 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth after three months of using topical minoxidil and finasteride, with no reported side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with similar treatments, including concerns about side effects and alternative options like dutasteride.

      community M25 - Topical Fin 0.3% Min 6%.

      in Progress Pictures  23 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 25-year-old is using a nightly routine of topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6%, along with a derma roller and Nizoral shampoo, to address crown hair loss. The user reports no side effects and noticeable improvement over 2.5 months.

      community TrichoGene minoxidil response test?

      in Minoxidil 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the legitimacy and affordability of ordering a Minoxidil response test from TrichoGene, an India-based company, as an alternative to Daniel Alain. The user is seeking feedback on whether TrichoGene is a reliable option.

      community What is worth dissolving in topical minoxidil solution?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from minoxidil foam to topical solution and considering adding caffeine, melatonin, or cetirizine. Currently using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, planning to ask for 0.5mg oral dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil.

      community Anyone read oral minoxidil's leaflet?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is discussed, highlighting potential cardiovascular risks at high doses, but users note that lower doses commonly used for hair loss are generally considered safe. Monitoring by doctors is advised, and some users report taking it without issues, comparing its risks to those of common medications like ibuprofen.

      community Dutasteride mesotherapy - who has tried it?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride mesotherapy combined with topical minoxidil led to some hair regrowth, but taking dutasteride pills every 2-3 days showed more noticeable results. The user did not try finasteride, as their dermatologist recommended dutasteride for better outcomes with fewer side effects at a reduced dosage.

      community Minor progress at around 3 months min/fin chewable

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced minor hair regrowth after three months using chewable minoxidil and finasteride, but had to stop dutasteride due to severe side effects. They added topical minoxidil and microneedling to their routine and are considering topical anti-androgens for further improvement.

      community M25, 4 Months results - 1ml Min + 1mg Fin

      in Progress Pictures  60 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 25-year-old shared impressive 4-month hair regrowth results using 1ml Minoxidil and 1mg Finasteride daily, along with Trioxidil shampoo. They experienced initial shedding but no significant side effects, and recommend the Foligain brand for both shampoo and Minoxidil.

      community 3 months progress pics with Fin only

      in Progress Pictures  229 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared 3-month progress pictures using 1mg finasteride daily, reporting no side effects and planning to add oral minoxidil. Replies praised the results and questioned the need to add minoxidil.

      community Did anyone try dutasteride mesotherapy? scared of oral side effects (high DHT male here)

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy for hair loss due to concerns about oral side effects from high DHT levels. They have been using topical finasteride with minoxidil but are exploring mesotherapy as an alternative, while another user shares their experience with mesotherapy sessions using dutasteride and minoxidil without side effects.

      community 3 months on Fin/Min oral chewable

      in Progress Pictures  621 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth and thicker hair after 12 weeks on 1.25mg Finasteride and 2.5mg Minoxidil chewables, with no side effects. They plan to reassess the need for a hair transplant after seeing further progress.

      community 3 year update - Dut, Min, Niz. 1.5mm roller

      in Progress Pictures  642 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user shared a 3-year hair restoration update using 0.5mg dutasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice daily, a 1.5mm derma roller twice a month, and Nizoral shampoo. They reported significant improvement and maintenance of hair, with minimal side effects, and are satisfied with the results at age 40.

      community Anyone tried CB-03-01?does it work ?

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      CB-03-01, also known as Breezula, is being considered as an alternative to DHT blockers for hair loss. Users are discussing its effectiveness, potential regrowth, side effects like scalp irritation, and hormonal impacts.

      community M34, diffuse thinning since 20ish. Few more months to go?

      in Is this regrowth?  104 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride, genuine minoxidil, and dermastamping, noting significant improvement after switching from a fake minoxidil product. They advised others to verify the authenticity of minoxidil through a bleach test to avoid counterfeit products.