The user reports slow progress in hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and a weekly oil massage. They note improvement in the crown area but minimal change in the hairline.
The user is using a combination of RU58841, Stemoxydine, RevivHair Serum, hair growth oil, topical Minoxidil, Alfatradiol, oral Minoxidil, and Finasteride to treat hair loss. They report no side effects from oral Minoxidil and Finasteride after 7 months of use.
The user is frustrated with their lack of hair growth after 3.5 months of using minoxidil, dermarolling, Propidren (Saw Palmetto), and essential oil massages. They are hesitant to use finasteride due to potential side effects, despite suggestions that it might be more effective.
The user has been using finasteride (2mg daily) to halt hair loss and is considering dermarolling with essential oils (Rosemary, Thyme, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Lavender, Jojoba) to restore the hairline. They are hesitant to use Minoxidil due to concerns about losing gains if they stop.
A 43-year-old male with advanced hair loss is experimenting with alternative treatments, including red light therapy, microneedling, scalp massages, an oil mix, and ketoconazole shampoo, after previously experiencing side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. He noticed some minor changes with red light therapy but remains skeptical about significant improvement.
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.
Insulin resistance may increase DHT production, contributing to hair loss, and addressing it through diet, nutrients, and natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil could help reverse hair loss. Some users prefer medications like finasteride for more effective results.
A 39-year-old male is experiencing significant hair regrowth using a regimen of topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, derma stamping, ketoconazole shampoo, rosemary shampoo, and scalp massage. He reports positive results with no side effects and is considering possibly adding dutasteride in the future.
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil and whether to continue microneedling. Users suggest using a derma stamp instead of a roller for better results and safety, and some recommend combining it with oils like rosemary.
User experienced hair regrowth and no side effects after 10 weeks on 0.25mg finasteride daily, along with biotin, collagen, micro-needling, and hair oil. They stopped minoxidil due to inconvenience and noticed initial shedding but now see more fullness.
A user shared their hair regrowth journey, using minoxidil, finasteride, pumpkin seed oil, dermarolling, and scalp massages. They experienced side effects but saw significant improvement in their hairline.
A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.
A user is creating a custom topical hair regrowth serum using minoxidil, bimatoprost, tretinoin, castor oil, and hyaluronic acid. They are also using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and castor oil in their current regimen.
A user shared their experience with Minoxidil 5%, reporting hair regrowth during use but significant hair loss after stopping. They resumed treatment and regained hair, noting that discontinuation leads to rapid hair loss and that scalp dryness was managed with oil.
A person treated their diffuse alopecia with oral minoxidil (10mg daily), oral finasteride (reduced to 0.25mg daily due to side effects), castor oil, vitamins, and ashwagandha, and plans a hair transplant in Turkey. They stopped using topical minoxidil, have seen improved hair density, but are still experiencing hair loss.
The conversation is about using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and stinging nettle extract for hair loss. Saw palmetto is noted to potentially halt mild hair loss.
The conversation is about using a 1mm derma roller for hair loss treatment, including cleaning the scalp with isopropyl alcohol and using castor oil mixed with coconut or olive oil afterward. The user seeks advice on the routine and mentions expected gains.
Applying oils like coconut, jojoba, and castor to hair, with methods including mixing oils and using them overnight or in a spray bottle for scalp and hair health. Users share their specific oil ratios and application techniques to avoid excessive thickness and maintain hair health.
A 45-year-old male achieved significant hair regrowth in three months using topical finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, biotin, and cod liver oil. He credits this regimen for his success and clarifies he did not have a hair transplant.
The user is experiencing hair regrowth after using spironolactone, minoxidil 5%, and various supplements. They plan to purchase men's minoxidil for cost efficiency and use Nizoral shampoo and an oil blend for hair care.
A 44-year-old experienced hair regrowth after a snowboarding injury using detox, diet changes, vitamins, collagen, krill oil, and scalp massages, without Minoxidil or finasteride. Another person was skeptical, suggesting these methods may not work for everyone.
The conversation is about maximizing hair growth using treatments like oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, caffeine and ketoconazole shampoos, biotin, omega-3, vitamin D supplements, microneedling, and various hair oils such as rosemary, castor, coconut, and peppermint. Users discuss the effectiveness of these methods and share personal experiences with hair oils for scalp health and hair maintenance.
OP shared a 100-day progress on reducing hair shedding using Minoxidil and Dorpang scalp serum, noting healthier hair growth. Other users discussed their own treatments, including Minoxidil, ketoconazole, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seed oil, with some considering finasteride if needed.
A user shared an 8-month hair loss treatment progress using daily saw palmetto and biotin capsules, weekly dermarolling, and a scalp lotion mix of castor, jojoba, and rosemary oils, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.
The user, who experienced hair loss at the temples due to psoriasis at 17, is now 21 and considering treatment options. They are inquiring about using minoxidil once a day, whether non-AGA hair loss will persist after stopping minoxidil, and if alternative remedies like Detumescence therapy, rosemary and peppermint oils, and microneedling could be sufficient.
A user's regimen to help with their diffuse thinning, which includes taking Pyrilutamide BID, 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil since August 2021, LLLT every two days, topical fin, progesterone, melatonin, minoxidil (started one week ago), pumpkin seed oil and not dermarolling; other commenters suggested Nizoral for dandruff control and caution when using pre-mixed products with Pyrilutamide.
The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.
Regrowing hairline without the use of Minoxidil or Finasteride, and instead using mechanical stimulation such as Derma Roller, Nizoral, Zinc Pyrithione, Scalp Massage, Scalp Exercise, Fish Oil and other topical solutions. It is cautioned that there are risks associated with not using medically-prescribed treatments, but it is suggested to consider mechanical stimulation in addition to those prescribed treatments.
A 23-year-old is experiencing severe hair loss and has been using oral minoxidil for 5 months without success. They plan to use ketoconazole cream, emu oil, peppermint oil, evening primrose oil, taurine, black currant oil, and a microneedle roller, and are seeking advice on their routine.
After 12 years of success with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, the user is experiencing hair thinning and scalp discomfort. They are considering options like switching to oral minoxidil, adding dutasteride, or using ketoconazole shampoo, topical caffeine, rosemary serum, and supplements.