Creatine may affect hair loss by reducing PGE2 levels, which could influence hair growth. The discussion highlights the need for more research on this potential mechanism.
Finasteride may inhibit melanin production, affecting tanning and causing white hairs in the beard and eyebrows. The user considers switching to oral Dutasteride or topical treatments to address these issues.
The user experienced noticeable hair growth after starting dermarolling with a 1mm device, using minoxidil, and nizoral shampoo. They plan to reduce dermarolling frequency to three times a week and are considering additional treatments like finasteride or a hair transplant for increased hair density.
The user is experiencing severe hair loss after surgery and stress, with thinning all over the head, including the sides and neck. They are unsure if it's due to DUPA or alopecia areata incognita, and doctors have not observed miniaturization.
A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is using oral minoxidil and finasteride but notices his hair looks thin in sunlight. Suggestions include using hair products, considering topical minoxidil, addressing seborrheic dermatitis, and possibly trying dutasteride or a hair transplant.
Oral minoxidil may cause temporary facial puffiness, leading to a perception of accelerated aging, but it doesn't cause actual aging. Concerns about hair loss and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are discussed, with suggestions to use tretinoin and sunscreen to mitigate potential side effects.
The user reports that after 4 months of microneedling, 10 months of Minoxidil, 2 years of finasteride, and using ketoconazole 3 times a week, their hair has become less dense in the treated areas. Despite initial shedding and continued treatment, they have not seen improvement and feel their body is resistant to the medications.
Microneedling for hair loss involves using a derminator pen at a depth of 1-1.5mm, typically once a week or biweekly, with a 12-24 hour wait before applying minoxidil. Cleaning involves alcohol wipes, and it's advised to change needles after each use and avoid styling products on the day of microneedling.
The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamping, and Nizoral for hair loss with initial success but is considering adding PRP due to slowed progress. Concerns about PRP include potential ineffectiveness and whether it could harm existing hair growth or interfere with current treatments.
The conversation is about someone using finasteride and minoxidil along with microneedling as a treatment for hair loss, and there's a mention of scalp tattooing as an alternative or additional approach. Some responses mock the approach, while others inquire about the specifics of the treatment and its effectiveness.
User is using a topical solution with .1% finasteride, 6% minoxidil, and .0125% tretinoin for hair loss, along with a .25 derma roller once a week. They are concerned about the necessity and potential side effects of using the derma roller.
The user is using 5% topical minoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, biotin, vitamin D, zinc, and microneedling for hair loss. They report no sexual side effects and feel their libido may have increased.
The user successfully treated their hair loss using 1ml of minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling with a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week. They experienced noticeable results only after combining minoxidil with dermarolling, and they have not used finasteride.
A 22-year-old male uses dutasteride, a serum with 10% minoxidil and 0.5% finasteride, and microneedling for diffuse androgenetic alopecia. Progress pictures show changes from July 2025 to February 2026.
The user shares their hair loss treatment routine, which includes dermarolling every 5 days, daily Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, Biotin, Nizoral every 2 days, Castor Oil, and daily use of a Power Laser Comb. They categorize it as "Progress Pictures."
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride and weekly microneedling for about 2.5 to 3 months. The user reported no side effects and maintained good health and mood.
A user's progress with using Minoxidil, Finasteride and Dermarolling to treat hair loss; some of the replies included reports of side effects, encouragement and advice on lighting.
The conversation discusses the legitimacy of Hair Repair Clinic's topical products and the use of ethanol/water solution instead of trichosol for finasteride. The user prefers ethanol for faster drying and less odor.
Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.
The conversation is about identifying the cause of a burning red scalp from a topical hair loss formula. Retinoic acid and ethyl alcohol are suspected irritants, with retinoic acid being considered for removal.
The conversation discusses using verteporfin for hair regrowth and minimizing scarring after hair transplants. Some individuals plan to self-administer verteporfin, potentially in combination with microneedling, as an alternative to hair transplants.
The conversation discusses using microneedling with copper peptides, specifically GHK-Cu, for hair loss treatment. Some users combine it with minoxidil and topical finasteride, applying peptides either topically or through injection.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride and minoxidil and is considering adding RU58841 or other treatments like microneedling. Suggestions include stopping smoking, trying dutasteride mesotherapy, using tretinoin, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and possibly using a red light cap.
The user has been taking 1 mg of finasteride daily for four months and is questioning if they are experiencing hair regrowth, as suggested by their barber. Another user suggests taking better photos to assess the crown area more clearly.
A user shared their 6-month progress using 1ml of Kirkland minoxidil daily and weekly 1mm dermarolling, noting no side effects and minimal shedding. They plan to consider finasteride or dutasteride after midterms, attributing hair loss to genetics.
The user is experiencing hair thinning and has a vitamin D deficiency, which they suspect might be causing the issue, but they are also considering androgenic alopecia (AGA) as a cause. They are currently using minoxidil and are unable to get finasteride prescribed, while others suggest addressing the vitamin D deficiency and consulting a dermatologist.
Some users maintained hair gains after stopping microneedling while continuing minoxidil and finasteride, while others saw no improvement or experienced hair breakage. One user switched to oral minoxidil and continued finasteride and dutasteride after seeing no results from microneedling.
The user shared progress pictures after three months of using RU58841, finasteride, and OM (oxidative stress modulators) for hair loss treatment. They haven't noticed much change but are seeking feedback on their results.
The user shared progress pictures after using minoxidil and microneedling for 1 month and 10 days. They discussed their positive results and experiences with these treatments for hair loss.
A 33-year-old female with androgenic alopecia experienced alopecia areata patches after PRP treatment. She is seeking others' experiences with PRP worsening alopecia areata.