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      community Did anyone here have an HAIR TRANSPLANT after Microneedling?

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about microneedling potentially causing damage before a hair transplant, with users sharing their experiences and techniques. Specific treatments mentioned include using a dermapen at various depths and speeds, with some users advising against self-treatment.

      community Oils, Saw Palmetto, Microneedling every 3 days, DHT Shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  300 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using a routine of microneedling every 3 days, applying a blend of castor oil with peppermint and rosemary, bhringraj oil, and moringa oil, and using Pura D'Or DHT-blocking shampoo. They also take multivitamins and saw palmetto daily, reporting no side effects from saw palmetto.

      community Bleeding too much for other reasons

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced excessive bleeding during microneedling after consuming caffeine and THC, and is unsure if they should continue with the same routine. They are seeking advice on whether the bleeding is a cause for concern.

      community Microneedling leaves scalp red for days

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      Woman with AGA uses microneedling, minoxidil, spiro, and laser for hair loss. Experiences redness and tenderness for three days after microneedling with Dermapen M8, asks if it's normal and the correct speed setting.

      community Does anyone have experience with topical dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.

      community I've been taking Finasteride daily for 20 yrs now.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  238 upvotes 7 months ago
      Long-term finasteride users report that the drug may lose effectiveness over time, with some considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil to their regimen. Many users suggest hair transplants or adjusting treatments to manage hair loss progression.

      community 4 years on duta+minox as aggressive early shedder, my experience. AMA.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their four-year experience using 0.5mg dutasteride and topical minoxidil once daily for aggressive early hair loss, maintaining their hairline and regrowing hair on the vertex. They've experienced positive social feedback and increased confidence but also deal with dry eyes from dutasteride and worry about its long-term effects and cost.

      community Which dermaroller do y'all use?

      in Microneedling  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about recommendations for microneedling tools for hair loss, with users suggesting a dermastamp from Koi Beauty and the Derminator 2 with 12-needle cartridges.

      community VERDICT: Do I need microneedling if I run oral minoxidil?

      in Microneedling  30 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation discusses the effectiveness of microneedling for hair loss, particularly when used in combination with oral minoxidil and finasteride. It is suggested that microneedling alone can be more effective than topical minoxidil alone, but it won't have a synergistic effect with oral finasteride. Advice was also given regarding researching treatments further before taking action.

      community Success WITH pics: saw results in 2 months. Variation of BIG 3. I'm 24 years old and been doing it for 8 months now.

      in Update  52 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth routine, which includes finasteride, derma rolling, minoxidil (Rogaine), biotin pills, and vitamin D supplementation, and saw noticeable results in 3 months. They suggest this routine as a variation of the "Big 3" hair loss treatments and have created a website to sell the products they used.

      community Around 5 month update (24m) (min + fin)

      in Progress Pictures  279 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 24-year-old shared impressive hair regrowth results after 5 months using oral minoxidil (3mg) and finasteride (1mg) daily, along with weekly microneedling, without side effects. The user self-medicated through the Hims website and noticed significant changes by the third month.

      community literally dht beef bruhhsmhmmhh😡😡😡😡😡😤

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  128 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and testosterone to combat hair loss and block DHT, with some users expressing concerns about side effects and vegan options for medication. The discussion also touches on personal experiences with hormone treatments and the desire to maintain a youthful appearance.

      community Finasteride & Dutasteride success!

      in Progress Pictures  818 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss and initially used Finasteride, but switched to Dutasteride after continued shedding. Dutasteride stabilized their hair density with mild side effects, and they did not use Minoxidil.

      community [M37] 8 months progress with mostly derma rolling and scalp massaging

      in Progress Pictures  621 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old male stopped using finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and switched to derma rolling, scalp massaging, and Revita shampoo, resulting in thicker, healthier hair with new growth. Users discuss the effectiveness of mechanical scalp stimulation, with some sharing similar positive experiences and others expressing skepticism.

      community Does an increase in testosterone increase hairloss?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair growth, but increasing testosterone, even naturally with ashwagandha, may increase DHT, potentially affecting hair loss if predisposed to male pattern baldness. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) can be beneficial for energy and muscle gain but may expedite hair loss if already prone to it.

      community Dermastamping — do you use hyaluronic acid as lubricant?

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using high molecular weight hyaluronic acid after microneedling to form a protective barrier, though it's considered expensive and offers marginal improvement. Users share experiences with different microneedling tools like derma rollers, dermastamps, and Dr. Pen, with some opting not to use any products on the scalp.

      community 6 Month Update as a Bad Diffuse Thinner

      in Progress Pictures  60 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month update on hair loss treatment, using daily Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, topical Finasteride, dermastamping, and PRP treatments. They reported improved hair quality but no significant regrowth or density increase, and plan to continue the regimen for another year before considering a hair transplant.

      community Taking minoxidil feels like working out, for my hair

      in Chat  17 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil, such as palpitations and insomnia, and switched to topical minoxidil, which led to noticeable hair regrowth, especially at the hairline. They also use finasteride and observed increased hair shedding initially, which later stabilized.

      community How often to microneedle for optimal results

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling for hair loss is discussed, with users suggesting different frequencies and needle lengths, such as 1.5mm every 3 to 6 weeks or 1.0mm weekly. Some users recommend less frequent sessions to avoid scalp damage and soreness.