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      community the ordinary retinol & minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community Clascoterone study going on right now

      in Research/Science  355 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.

      community Progress 1.25years M36 fin/min/ru

      in Progress Pictures  212 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old man shared his 1.25-year progress using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, microneedling, nizoral, and LLLT for hair regrowth. He is thrilled with the results and considering a hair transplant for increased density.

      community Minoxidil permanent face changes?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Excessive use of topical minoxidil led to unwanted facial changes and side effects. The user plans to switch to oral minoxidil with microneedling for hair regrowth.

      community 6 months using topical, density looks alot better

      in Progress Pictures  126 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 6 months of using a topical treatment with 6% Minoxidil and 0.3% Finasteride, showing improved hair density. Other users encouraged the progress and suggested adding a derma stamp for better results.

      community 21M oral fin min 4 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is using oral Minoxidil (3mg daily) and Finasteride (1mg three times a week) for hair loss, along with Nizoral and hair vitamins, showing progress after 4 months. Initial side effects from Minoxidil included increased heart rate and heavy breathing, which subsided, while Finasteride has not caused any side effects.

      community Balding since 2023, topical fin+keto+min since early 2025

      in General  118 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is stressed about hair loss and is using a HIMS topical treatment containing finasteride, ketoconazole, minoxidil, and biotin, but is concerned about the oily appearance it causes. They are considering switching to Rogaine (minoxidil) due to budget constraints and side effect concerns with oral finasteride.

      community 5Months 0.5mg Fin + 2.5mg Oral Min | UPDATE #2

      in Progress Pictures  918 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user, Salty-Peace-577, shared their 5-month update on using 0.5mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss. They experienced significant hair growth, particularly in their eyebrows, and shared their regimen and tips for hair growth. Some users in the conversation also discussed the side effects they experienced with different dosages of the medications.

      community 24M, 0.5 Dut, 2.5mg Min, 10mg Biotin. 2 month crown update.

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 24-year-old male shares his two-month progress on hair regrowth using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, 10mg Biotin, and Ketoconazole shampoo, noting significant crown improvement. Users discuss the effectiveness of oral Minoxidil, with some expressing skepticism about photo angles and the necessity of Biotin unless deficient.

      community Three Month Progress. (Min, Fin, Stamp, Biotin)

      in Progress Pictures  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

      community Anyone else just dump Minoxidil wherever

      in Chat  137 upvotes 5 months ago
      Minoxidil is applied beyond the crown, including the hairline and other areas, despite labels suggesting crown use only. Users report success with broader application, and some prefer oral minoxidil for convenience.

      community Scalp barrier support while using min foam? +Seb derm

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user started using minoxidil foam daily after two years on finasteride and is managing seborrheic dermatitis with antifungal shampoo. They seek advice on moisturizing products that won't worsen their condition, with suggestions including gentle shampoos and light ceramide serums.

      community Alfatradiol 1% study rebuttal.

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Alfatradiol is often discussed at a 1% concentration, but studies typically use 0.025%. Some users report success using it as a topical treatment alongside other hair loss treatments like finasteride.

      community Regrowth? Min massaging and derma stamp

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user noticed baby hairs after using minoxidil for two years, along with daily massages, derma stamping, and drinking peppermint infusions. Another user suggested starting with topical finasteride and eventually switching to oral finasteride, despite the original poster experiencing side effects from topical finasteride.

      community 2 month difference before (first 4 photos) vs after

      in Progress Pictures  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 16-year-old has been using microneedling, rosemary oil, coconut oil and egg mask, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto, and supplements for hair loss and is asking if there's progress. It's suggested to replace some oils with minoxidil, continue saw palmetto, and possibly start finasteride at 18.

      community Thinking of making my own Breezula. Any advice?

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      OP is considering making a 5% topical Clascoterone (Breezula) for hair loss, as they use Minoxidil but can't use Finasteride due to side effects. They seek advice on creating the topical safely, possibly with help from a trained chemist.

      community Ashwagandha Topical Formulation - A 2023 Study

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      Ashwagandha topical formulation may increase hair density and reduce hair loss, but results seem too good to be true due to a small sample size. Users are skeptical about its effectiveness and are experimenting with different application methods.

      community July 1st - Early H2 - Breezula

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      Discussion on hair loss treatments, focusing on Breezula, with mentions of Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, Pyrilutamide, GT20029, and PP405. Breezula's effectiveness is uncertain, with some trials showing minimal regrowth.

      community What Hinders the Absorption of Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Silicone and dimethicone in shampoos may hinder Minoxidil absorption, while Tretinoin and microneedling can enhance its efficacy. Users discuss applying Tretinoin before Minoxidil, waiting for it to dry first.

      community Microneedling technique clarification

      in Microneedling  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using a Dr. Pen for microneedling on a widow's peak, with advice to use a depth of 1.25mm and hold it in place for 10 seconds. The user is also using minoxidil.