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      community One year on minoxidil, one month on finasteride

      in Is this regrowth?  122 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 25-year-old has been using topical minoxidil for one year and oral finasteride for one month to combat hair loss, with no side effects from finasteride so far. The user reports that minoxidil has helped maintain their hair, with some improvement in temple volume, and is considering adding dermarolling.

      community Is oral + topical minoxidil too much?

      in General  102 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering a hair transplant and is using Kirkland 5% foam minoxidil, oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil 7% spray. They are concerned about the necessity and potential side effects of oral minoxidil before the transplant.

      community Regrowth after 3 months. Min only

      in Is this regrowth?  181 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 38-year-old man is using topical and oral Minoxidil, DHT blocker shampoo, and microneedling for hair regrowth, with plans to add Finasteride later. Many users suggest starting Finasteride or Dutasteride immediately to address the root cause of hair loss, while some express concerns about potential side effects.

      community 2 months on minoxidil 5% GOOD RESULTS?

      in Progress Pictures 3 years ago
      Asteride into your routine In this conversation, the user Icy-Indication267 was asking when they should start finasteride to treat their hair loss, which had responded well to minoxidil after two months. Other users shared advice on incorporating micro-needling and topical finasteride into their routine for optimal results.

      community 20m /// 3 month progress pictures

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 3-month hair loss progress using 5% topical Minoxidil, 8% topical RU58841, 1mg Finasteride daily, and a 1.5mm derma stamp weekly. Another user commented that the results look improved.

      community Minoxidil asking advice as an 23F

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 23-year-old woman is considering starting minoxidil for hair thinning but is concerned about its long-term use and effectiveness. Recommendations include consulting a doctor, checking ferritin levels, and considering treatments like spironolactone or finasteride, while minoxidil is suggested for regrowth but not as a primary treatment.

      community 2024 vs today. Dutasteride 0.5mg and 5mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  91 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil, with fewer side effects compared to finasteride. They noticed improvements in hair thickness and hairline, despite intermittent use of performance-enhancing substances.

      community Topical minoxidil on scalp causing dry skin on face?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user started using 5% liquid minoxidil on their scalp and noticed increased facial dryness and faster facial hair growth. They plan to reduce the application to once a day to see if it helps with the dryness.

      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.
      Straightforward: 	•	21M – 7 months on minoxidil, hair looks worse

      community Straightforward: • 21M – 7 months on minoxidil, hair looks worse

      in Basic Questions  130 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 21-year-old male has been using minoxidil for 7 months but notices worsening hair loss, including increased visibility of the crown, overall thinning, and a receding hairline. He previously used finasteride and is considering restarting it, questioning if long-term shedding is normal and when to expect results.

      community 1 year of dut 0.5mg and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  172 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after one year of using dutasteride 0.5 mg, oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, and weekly dermastamping. They experienced no negative side effects and plan to stop using topical minoxidil soon.

      community Alternatives to 5% Foam minoxidil causing redness and itchy scalp

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced redness and itching from using 5% minoxidil and is considering trying a lower dose or alternative treatments like 2% minoxidil, mesotherapy, PRP, or rosemary oil. They are seeking advice on managing side effects and exploring other options for hair stimulation.

      community Oral minoxidil gives hair everywhere except scalp,plss help

      in Minoxidil  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is causing body hair growth but not improving scalp hair, despite using dutasteride and finasteride. Users suggest waiting longer for results, checking vitamin levels, and considering additional treatments like topical minoxidil, dermarolling, and supplements.

      community Hair loss help- on minoxidil and finasteride

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 26-year-old male is using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, experiencing prolonged shedding despite 6 months of treatment. Others share similar experiences, suggesting persistence with the treatment may eventually lead to improvement.

      community 18 months of finasteride and 3 months of minoxidil, 34 years old.

      in Is this regrowth?  403 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old has been using finasteride for 18 months and minoxidil for 3 months, along with ketoconazole shampoo, supplements, and microneedling, to address hair loss. They report stabilized hair loss, thicker hair in previously miniaturized areas, and new hair growth along the hairline.

      community (24m) min + fin progress over 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  323 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 24-year-old male used a daily oral combination of minoxidil (3mg) and finasteride (1.2mg) for three months, along with weekly microneedling, and reported significant hair regrowth and thickness improvement without side effects. Some users expressed skepticism about the rapid results, while others shared their own experiences and congratulated the progress.

      community Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.

      community Most Recent Interesting Hairloss Studies: 10% Minox vs 5% Minox / Radio Rrequency Treatment for AA / Topical Ketoconazole / PRP+Minox vs Minox vs PRP / Alopecia as a systemic disease

      in Treatment  87 upvotes 6 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, such as topical minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma therapy with or without minoxidil, ketoconazole, non-abative radio frequency, natural products, finasteride and cortexolone 17 alpha propionate. The post evaluates the efficacy and safety of these treatments in various studies.

      community Random 2nd shed, lost all topical minoxidil Progress

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing severe hair shedding after 8 months of using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, losing all progress made. Others advise that shedding is normal and temporary, suggesting to continue the treatment and ensure the use of genuine products.

      community 4 months of daily minoxidil usage

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user shared progress after 4 months of using topical minoxidil daily, along with dermastamping and Nizoral shampoo. They are seeking suggestions for better results.

      community 35M, been on Finasteride for 12 years, oral min 5mg 2 years no HT

      in Update  1181 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 35-year-old man has used finasteride for 12 years and oral minoxidil at 5 mg for 2 years, achieving significant hair regrowth and density without side effects, avoiding a hair transplant. He recommends consistency with medication and highlights the effectiveness and affordability of oral minoxidil.

      community 45 YO Male .5 Mg Dutasteride 1.5 mg minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  1825 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 45-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 1.5 mg minoxidil after initially starting with finasteride. He reports no major side effects, except increased hair growth in unwanted areas, and attributes his success to being a good responder to the medication.