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      community After fighting hairloss for 5 Years, now i am getting grey hair.

      in Styling  3 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user managed hair loss with RU58841 and finasteride but is now experiencing graying hair, possibly due to stopping oral minoxidil. Many responses suggest embracing or dyeing gray hair, emphasizing that having gray hair is preferable to balding.

      community Anti-oxidants that reverse hairloss?

      in Research/Science  90 upvotes 5 years ago
      Resveratrol and fisetin, found in red wine and strawberries, may promote hair growth by affecting hair follicle cells. Users discuss various treatments, including natural remedies like saw palmetto and topical applications, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness compared to pharmaceuticals like finasteride.

      community Regression? Has anyone experienced this?

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and is concerned about regression despite consistent use of finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments. The consensus is that this is likely a temporary shedding phase, and adjustments to the dermarolling frequency are suggested.

      community Have any of you given Nanoxidil a try?

      in Product  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Nanoxidil is discussed as a potential alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss, with some users reporting better results and improved hair strength. However, concerns about its lack of FDA approval and potential scalp dryness are noted.

      community Duoxidil / Dutasteride/ Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  83 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with hair loss treatments, including Duoxidil, oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and biotin, noting no side effects and effective results. The user plans to start a new cycle of Dutasteride and PRP sessions.

      community The Bleach Test for Minoxidil? Origins? Mechanisms?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the "bleach test" for minoxidil, where minoxidil turns yellow when mixed with bleach. The user tested liquid minoxidil, rogaine foam, and minoxidil tablets, all of which turned yellow, suggesting a reaction specific to minoxidil.

      community Switching to a more aggressive stack

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about a user switching to a more aggressive hair loss treatment, adding dutasteride 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg to their current regimen of finasteride 0.02%, minoxidil 5%, biotin, massages, and microneedling. Users suggest increasing finasteride dosage and caution about potential side effects of oral minoxidil.

      community 7 months on from losing my mind

      in Chat  52 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 43-year-old man noticed hair thinning due to stress and started using Minoxidil, supplements, and specific shampoos, seeing improvement after 7 months. He is hesitant to add Finasteride due to fear of side effects but is managing stress better and feels more confident.

      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 Minoxidil: How It Changes the Scalp Hormone Environment

      in Research/Science  80 upvotes 3 months ago
      Minoxidil increases blood supply to the scalp, strengthening dormant follicles and extending the growth phase, but may increase scalp activity that can be countered with DHT blockers. Women experiencing side effects from finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss might consider alternatives like estrogen, especially if on birth control.

      community Can Minoxidil be Aging My Skin?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      Minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, but evidence is mixed. Alternatives like dermarolling and retinol are suggested.

      community Massive shed coming back on minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 9 months ago
      Stopping and restarting minoxidil can cause significant hair shedding. The user is also using finasteride and microneedling to manage hair loss.

      community Alfatradiol to combat hair loss

       6 upvotes 12 years ago
      Hair loss discussion includes treatments Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Alfatradiol is suggested as another potential solution.

      community Hair loss 30F - thoughts on red light therapy vs min/fin?

      in Female  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a 30-year-old female, comparing red light therapy with minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about hormonal impact and potential pregnancy are raised, with suggestions to consider spironolactone and microneedling, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a dermatologist.

      community Guys, are any of you using alfatradiol as part of your regimen?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of alfatradiol for hair loss and whether it can be used with or as a replacement for common treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user is seeking feedback on others' experiences with alfatradiol.

      community Pyrilutamide with Alfatradiol and minoxidil (23M)

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from a hair loss treatment and is considering using pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and possibly minoxidil. They are unsure about starting minoxidil immediately or waiting to see the effects of the other treatments.

      community 5 months of Ru58841 & 5% minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses using RU58841 and 5% minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with RU applied to the temples and crown, and minoxidil used twice daily. Users debate the effectiveness of RU58841 compared to minoxidil alone.

      community Aminexil, Nanoxidil, Stemoxydine and Kopexil. Anyone use them?

      in Question  1 upvotes 9 years ago
      Aminexil, nanoxidil, stemoxydine, and kopexil are discussed as alternatives to minoxidil for hair growth, with concerns about dependence. Minoxidil is noted for its effectiveness in transitioning hair growth phases, but dependence is mainly linked to androgenic alopecia.

      community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months

      in Update  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.

      community Crazy Shed After Starting Hair Treatment

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after starting finasteride, RU58841, and topical minoxidil. They increased their finasteride dosage and added dutasteride, seeking advice on whether this reaction is normal and its duration.

      community minoxidil scalp Inflammation, lossing my hair very fast,

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user experienced scalp inflammation and rapid hair loss after using minoxidil, despite initial success. Suggestions included switching to minoxidil foam, using oils, trying aspirin, and considering RU58841 for inflammation and hair loss management.