Tretinoin may increase minoxidil absorption but could potentially worsen hairloss over time. Users discuss applying 0.5% tretinoin gel to the hairline/scalp with minoxidil.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for almost 2 years with maintenance but no significant regrowth. After adding tretinoin 2 weeks ago, they experienced increased shedding and are seeking advice on whether this is a positive sign.
After adding tretinoin to minoxidil for hairloss treatment, the user experienced increased shedding and no visible regrowth, despite also using microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. The user cannot take finasteride due to side effects and is seeking advice on whether to continue with the current routine or modify the use of tretinoin.
The conversation discusses using tretinoin for hairloss and whether applying SPF on the scalp is necessary if hair covers the treated areas. The user is considering this treatment despite having no completely bald patches.
The conversation discusses using tretinoin as an additional treatment for hairloss alongside minoxidil, with plans to test its effectiveness by applying it to only one side of the scalp. The user intends to start this experiment after using minoxidil for a year.
Ashley & Martin Australia offers a treatment with Finasteride, Minoxidil, Retinoic Acid, a red light device, and shampoos for hair regrowth. Some users are skeptical, suggesting avoiding big companies and consulting a doctor for affordable prescriptions.
A 100ml bottle of lotion containing Minoxidil 6%, Finasteride 1%, and Retinoic acid 0.01% is estimated to last around 100 days if using 0.5ml daily. The user cannot take oral finasteride due to liver issues.
The solution contains minoxidil, finasteride, azelaic acid, caffeine, retinoic acid, and procapil. Users suggest minoxidil with tretinoin and a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, while dismissing retinoic and azelaic acids as unnecessary.
A user questions if a topical compound with finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, caffeine, and triamcinolone is excessive for hairloss treatment. Another user shares their experience using topical finasteride without issues and notes that alternating finasteride and dutasteride is common.
A person using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, and recently added Tretinoin is experiencing heavy shedding and thinning hair. They suspect Tretinoin has made them respond to Minoxidil and are seeking others with similar experiences.
The conversation discusses using Tretinoin for treating androgenic alopecia. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The user is experiencing reduced hair shedding and increased hair density after using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, granactive retinoid, and Nizoral, while also taking testosterone and aromatase inhibitors. They question if they are a hyper responder to the treatments, despite mixed feedback from others about visible progress.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil with microneedling and considering tretinoin to enhance hair growth, especially for those who are weak responders to minoxidil. It also explores the potential of using tazarotene, a stronger retinoid, to boost minoxidil's effectiveness and addresses purchasing tretinoin from Germany.
The user reports using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, ketoconazole, and monthly dermarolling for hairloss over six months, and is asking if there's hair regrowth or stabilization. Another person suggests increasing dermarolling frequency, possibly using more dutasteride, topical minoxidil, or a retinoid cream to improve minoxidil absorption.
The conversation is about using tretinoin cream to improve minoxidil absorption for hair regrowth, specifically in the temple region. The original poster eventually stopped this treatment and switched to oral medication.
The conversation discusses using tretinoin for hairloss and skincare. Users share experiences, noting tretinoin's effectiveness in combination with minoxidil for hair and its proven benefits for anti-aging skincare.
The user is using a topical routine of finasteride and minoxidil, noticing increased hair growth, and is considering adding tretinoin for skin issues. Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness, but care should be taken to allow proper absorption to avoid unintended facial hair growth.
Tretinoin alone has led to hair regrowth in the temples and hairline. The user is considering oral minoxidil or dutasteride but prioritizes health first.
Isotretinoin and tretinoin are different; isotretinoin can cause hairloss and has more side effects. Tretinoin may affect minoxidil absorption, and users suggest waiting before applying minoxidil.
Tretinoin can increase hair follicles and is used alongside minoxidil and finasteride for hair growth, though it may cause skin peeling. Users report varying results, with some experiencing regrowth and others questioning its efficacy for hair.
The user has been using minoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride for hairloss without improvement and is considering tretinoin, but concerns about shedding persist. Another user suggests trying dutasteride instead of finasteride, as both tretinoin and microneedling can irritate the skin.
The user shared progress pictures over four months using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil, initially at 7% and later increased to 10%, with retinoic acid. Another user suggested trying a hair system or shaving, doubting the effectiveness of the treatments.
A user noticed a color change in their hairloss solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone after storing it for several months. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the solution due to potential oxidation.
The user shared their 9-month hair regrowth progress using topical Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 0.05%, retinoic acid 0.01%, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, and supplements like biotin. They experienced some hair density improvement but minimal change in the hairline, with initial side effects from finasteride that resolved after dosage adjustment.
A 39-year-old user has been using topical 0.3% finasteride with 6% minoxidil for almost 7 months without seeing significant improvement in hair regrowth. They are considering switching to a gel with higher minoxidil concentration, adding retinoic acid, or trying topical dutasteride, while others suggest returning to 5% minoxidil foam, adding oral finasteride, or exploring microneedling and lifestyle changes.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to continued hair thinning and is seeking advice on whether to continue with dutasteride, while also using minoxidil, topical finasteride, retinoic acid, and ketoconazole shampoo. Responses suggest sticking with dutasteride as it is considered a potent treatment, though experiences vary.
The conversation is about identifying the cause of a burning red scalp from a topical hairloss formula. Retinoic acid and ethyl alcohol are suspected irritants, with retinoic acid being considered for removal.