User tried Propecia and topicalfinasteride but experienced side effects. Switched to Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil, then added CosmeRNA for hair loss treatment.
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil caused acne breakouts, leading the user to revert to topical use. Finasteride was also used, but acne was suspected to be linked to oral minoxidil.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth in six months using 1.25mg oralfinasteride and topical Kirkland minoxidil once a day. Others suggested additional treatments like dermastamping and alternative products, while some noted varying responses and potential side effects.
The user completed their first month using oralfinasteride and topical minoxidil without issues but is concerned about a 2-3 day gap in their finasteride supply affecting progress. They are also seeking advice on obtaining a multi-month supply.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oralfinasteride and topical minoxidil over five months, with noticeable improvements in hairline and temple areas. The user experienced minimal side effects, mainly increased eyebrow and eyelash growth, and attributes additional physical improvements to weight loss and exercise.
A 19-year-old is using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg oralfinasteride daily for hair growth, showing progress after 4 months. Users suggest adding ketoconazole shampoo to address scalp inflammation and dandruff.
The user shared their 6-month hair loss progress using topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling. They noted thicker eyebrows and eyelashes but also increased body hair.
Taking oral minoxidil with finasteride is generally acceptable and can be more convenient than using topical minoxidil. Dermarolling may enhance minoxidil absorption, and dutasteride is a stronger alternative to finasteride for DHT suppression, but it may have more side effects.
User used topical minoxidil 5% with 0.1% finasteride twice daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, and finasteride 1mg daily, along with a hair multivitamin and weekly derma rolling. They missed the medication 3-4 times but still saw significant progress.
A user is considering combining oral and topical dutasteride to lower scalp DHT more effectively and is seeking advice on this approach. They are thinking about doing a patch test on their mid scalp.
Oral hyaluronic acid is not beneficial for hair, as it gets broken down in the stomach and has no strong evidence supporting its effectiveness. The user is taking finasteride, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil for hair loss, but combining finasteride and dutasteride is considered redundant.
Topicalfinasteride in Europe is often seen as less effective than oral forms, with users suggesting alternative application methods for better results. Many prefer oralfinasteride due to cost and effectiveness.
The user experienced side effects from oralfinasteride and is considering microdosing topicalfinasteride mixed with minoxidil. They plan to mix Hims min/fin with Kirkland minoxidil to achieve a lower dose of topicalfinasteride.
The user experienced mental side effects from both oral and topicalfinasteride and is considering trying dutasteride or liposomal topicalfinasteride. They are concerned about potential worsening of hair loss if they quit dutasteride.
A 20-year-old is using oral and topicalfinasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, rosewater, Adgain tablets, creatine, and derma stamping to address hair loss. There is a debate about creatine's impact on hair loss, with some suggesting it increases DHT, while others disagree.
A user shared their six-month progress using oralfinasteride (1mg) and topical minoxidil (5%) for hair loss, with additional inconsistent microneedling. The combination showed noticeable improvement, and the user microneedles twice a week.
The user is using oral minoxidil and topicalfinasteride for hair loss and has noticed minor improvements after 27 days, including baby hairs along the hairline. They are also using a combination spray of topicalfinasteride and minoxidil.
A user shared progress pictures after 8 months of using topical 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride, showing significant hair regrowth. Replies suggest the user might not need a hair transplant and recommend considering oralfinasteride.
A user is considering switching from oral to topicalfinasteride to reduce systemic DHT impact and is exploring ethossomal finasteride for better skin penetration and potential hair regrowth. They found ethossomal finasteride in Brazil and are seeking opinions on its effectiveness compared to other topical delivery methods.
The positive effects of one year of treatments with topical minoxidil and oralfinasteride for hair loss, with encouraging progress pictures as evidence.
After six months of using topical minoxidil once daily and oralfinasteride every three days, the user saw improvement in hair thickness, particularly at the crown, and some new hair growth at the hairline. They also used a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly, which they believe contributed to their progress.
The conversation discusses switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil for better hair loss results. Dutasteride is considered stronger than finasteride, but it may have more side effects; some users report varying results and side effects with these treatments.
The user is using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, finasteride solution, tazarotene, calcipotriol, and a peptide serum for hair loss but is concerned about continued hair shedding. They are advised to stop smoking as it may worsen hair loss and to give the treatments more time to work.
The user has been using oralfinasteride and topical minoxidil for three years, seeing some regrowth initially but mostly maintenance afterward. Suggestions for further improvement include trying dutasteride, RU58841, or a hair transplant.
The user shared progress pictures after 9 months of using oralfinasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvements in hair density. Concerns about side effects of finasteride were discussed, with some users sharing personal experiences.
A user shared progress pictures after 8 months using oralfinasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, showing significant improvement. The user takes 1 finasteride pill every morning and applies 5% minoxidil twice daily, with discussions around side effects and treatment routines.
After 12 years of success with oralfinasteride and topical minoxidil, the user is experiencing hair thinning and scalp discomfort. They are considering options like switching to oral minoxidil, adding dutasteride, or using ketoconazole shampoo, topical caffeine, rosemary serum, and supplements.
The user started with topical minoxidil and finasteride, switched to oralfinasteride after 2.5 months, and then to dutasteride 10 days ago, experiencing a slight hairline recession but maintaining most hair gains.
The user experienced increased hair density and improved hairline definition after 8 months of using 1mg finasteride and 5mg minoxidil (both oral and topical) daily, though the hairline recession hasn't reversed. They noticed fuller eyelashes and increased shedding, but overall hair growth is outpacing the loss.
The user is managing hair loss with oralfinasteride, recently switching to dutasteride, and topical minoxidil, but faces challenges due to seborrheic dermatitis. They seek advice on effective regrowth methods that don't worsen their condition, with suggestions including various shampoos like Vichy Dercos and ketoconazole.