A 28-year-old male showed hair regrowth after 3 months using 5% liquid minoxidil twice daily and weekly dermarolling with a 1mm roller. Someone suggested adding finasteride to the treatment.
The conversation is about hair regrowth using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and keto spray, along with oral Saw Palmetto, Lustriva complex, collagen, and microneedling. Users discuss their experiences with these treatments, noting improvements in hair density and color, with some experiencing mild side effects.
A user convinced their 45-year-old dad to use minoxidil and finasteride, resulting in significant hair regrowth. The dad now uses 1mg of finasteride daily and topicalminoxidil twice a day, and has also started using 1% ketoconazole shampoo.
The user has been using topicalminoxidil for 4 months and finasteride for 3 months, along with supplements and micro-needling, and is considering red light therapy for hair growth. They are seeking advice and support, discussing the potential switch to oral minoxidil due to convenience and concerns about side effects.
The user shared their two-month progress using 5% topicalminoxidil and microneedling, noting significant hair growth without finasteride. Other users discussed the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride, with some suggesting adding it for better long-term results.
A 43-year-old started a hair loss routine using Hims 3-in-1 chewable, topicalminoxidil, rosemary oil, supplements, and microneedling, showing early progress in less than two months. The user plans to grow their hair back as it becomes thicker, expressing satisfaction with the current results.
The user is using a combination of oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil, and a topical formula with Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Hydrocortisone, along with rosemary oil, coconut oil, ginseng, and a derma roller. They are also using LLLT therapy and are questioning the timing of the laser cap session in relation to the topical application.
The conversation is about a person's 6-week progress using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, 0.5 mg dutasteride, weekly derma stamping at 1.5 mm, and rosemary oil for hair loss, with some initial shedding but no side effects. They are optimistic about future results.
User deciding between oral and topicalminoxidil, concerned about hypertrichosis and myocarditis interaction. They're using topical finasteride, LLLT, natural oils, dermastamping, and scalp massage, and considering adding oral minoxidil.
The user experienced significant hair growth using minoxidil 5%, finasteride 0.1% topical, dermarolling, and Nizoral shampoo, with only dry scalp as a side effect. They noted improved results after increasing the finasteride concentration.
Topical liquid minoxidil may be safe to consume in small amounts, but it needs liver processing to become effective for hair growth. Therefore, oral pills might be more effective.
The user is using topicalMinoxidil 5% and Finasteride 0.1% for hair loss and is concerned about potential side effects of oral treatments due to a history of depression and testosterone replacement therapy. Other users suggest that oral Finasteride may be more effective, but results typically take several months to a year to become noticeable.
The conversation is about a user's four-month progress using topicalminoxidil for hair loss, with discussions on potential future use of finasteride and natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto and spearmint tea. The user is cautious about oral medications due to past side effects and is exploring natural alternatives.
The user did not respond to minoxidil and is considering using tretinoin to improve results. They also explored finasteride, microneedling, adapalene, red light therapy, and oral minoxidil as potential treatments.
Minoxidil users discuss skin-care routines to counteract side effects like dark circles and dull skin. Recommendations include vitamin C, potassium, collagen, retinol, nizoral shampoo, and emu oil.
A 35-year-old male uses topicalminoxidil, spironolactone, and microneedling for hair loss, with spironolactone prescribed based on a DNA test indicating poor response to finasteride and dutasteride. Despite concerns about the test's validity and spironolactone's side effects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after three months using topicalminoxidil twice daily, 1mg finasteride every morning, and microneedling every 10 days. They reported no side effects and encouraged others to consider similar treatments.
The user has been using topical 5% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, dermastamping, 2% ketoconazole, and a DHT-blocking shampoo with saw palmetto, caffeine, biotin, and argan oil for hair loss. Despite some baby hair growth on one side, the user is experiencing continued hairline recession and shedding, leading to distress.
The user shared impressive three-month progress using topicalMinoxidil and Finasteride, along with derma rolling and collagen supplements. They reported no side effects and detailed their routine, including specific concentrations of the treatments used.
The conversation is about finding an alternative hair growth stimulator for someone who cannot use Minoxidil due to heart issues. The person is currently using topical dutasteride, azelaic acid, and occasional microneedling, and is considering options like retinyl palmitate, latanoprost, certizine, or tadalafil.
The user is experiencing hair shedding while using finasteride and topicalminoxidil with tretinoin, keto shampoo, and dermarolling. They hope the shedding indicates future hair regrowth.
A 40-year-old user shared impressive hair regrowth results after three months using a topical spray containing minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole, along with occasional dermarolling. The treatment, from the brand Hims, was effective despite initial skepticism, and the user credits the community for their support and information.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topicalMinoxidil and oral Finasteride over five months, with darker and thicker hair and new follicles appearing. They are considering waiting 1-2 years before deciding on a hair transplant, as further improvement is expected.
Combining minoxidil, pyrilutamide, and copper peptide is questioned, with advice to apply them separately to avoid reactions. Finasteride and minoxidil are recommended for effectiveness.
The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil and is seeking alternatives like Stemoxydine, Aminexil, and Redensyl + Procapil. They have been using finasteride for four years and are considering other treatments due to concerns about side effects.
The user has been using a combination spray with 0.1% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and tretinoin for over a year but feels their hairline has worsened. They are considering increasing the concentration of finasteride and adding 5% minoxidil once a day, while another user suggests trying oral finasteride for potentially better results.
The conversation is about the correct method of applying tretinoin and minoxidil together for hair loss, including which to apply first, waiting times, and frequency of use. It also questions whether the approach to using tretinoin on the scalp should be similar to its application on the face.
A 28-year-old male is happy with his hair regrowth on the crown after using topicalMinoxidil 5% and Finasteride 0.25% once daily, micro needling weekly, and Nizoral shampoo once a week. He has experienced no significant side effects, and his hair has become darker and thicker, with improvements in his hairline.
Minoxidil may cause facial aging or wrinkles, though opinions vary. Some users report side effects like dark circles and facial bloating, while others attribute changes to genetics or other factors.
A user's concern with their hair thinning while using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which was switched from finasteride and topicalminoxidil after 13 months. The conversation includes advice surrounding potential results, specific treatments used, and side effects.