The user has been using Minoxidil and finasteride for a year with good progress but is now experiencing increased hair shedding. They are concerned and questioning if this is normal or a cause for worry.
The user switched from 5% to 2% minoxidil due to a purchasing mistake and is concerned about potential hair loss or shedding. Suggestions include using 2% minoxidil more frequently or in larger amounts to compensate.
Users are experiencing hair shedding after initial improvement using treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Shedding is seen as a sign of progress, but concerns arise when hair falls out again after a few months.
The user started taking 1 mg finasteride daily in September 2024 and began derma stamping twice a week, noticing progress initially but now experiencing increased scalp visibility. They are considering adding oral or topical minoxidil to their routine for further improvement.
The user experienced increased shedding and an itchy scalp after switching from Ascend to Aurobindo finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride and are concerned about elevated estrogen levels and the effectiveness of adding minoxidil later.
The user experienced initial shedding but saw regrowth after seven months using oral minoxidil (1.75mg) and a dandruff shampoo. They plan to try Spironolactone and possibly metformin for PCOS-related hair issues.
The user has been using 5% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride for 8 months with great results but noticed increased hair loss in winter. They also found vitamin deficiencies and improved their diet and exercise but are still experiencing hair loss.
Minoxidil can cause itching, pimples, and shedding, and starting spironolactone or finasteride may also lead to shedding. Topical CBD oil with MCT is suggested to reduce inflammation, and overlapping shedding might occur but doesn't necessarily increase each other's effects.
The user is using finasteride for hair loss and is frustrated with shedding but plans to add oral minoxidil for convenience and safety. There are concerns about using topical minoxidil around pets.
The user is experiencing hair shedding after using minoxidil and is considering switching to dutasteride while planning to increase their oral minoxidil dose. They also use nicotine pouches, Vyvanse, and GHK-Cu, and have noticed thicker eyebrows and lashes from oral minoxidil.
The user is pleased with their hair growth results after using oral minoxidil (2.5mg) for 3 months and finasteride (1mg) for 4 months, despite experiencing significant shedding initially. They prefer oral treatments over topical due to convenience and concerns about toxicity to pets.
A user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using castor oil and rosemary oil twice a week for two months. They are concerned whether this is normal or if the castor oil's thickness is causing hair loss.
A 22-year-old male used topical Minoxidil twice daily from March to July, then once daily from August to December, along with biotin tablets and occasional dermastamping. The biotin dosage was 5mg daily.
The conversation discusses hair shedding experienced by users on minoxidil and finasteride treatments, with some considering additional options like spironolactone and dutasteride. Many users report experiencing a second shedding phase but are advised to continue treatment as it may lead to thicker hair regrowth.
User experienced hair growth after 11 months using 15% Minoxidil, topical and oral Finasteride, and Ketoconazole Shampoo. Hair remained full even while using steroids and SARMs.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months but is experiencing increased hair loss and no signs of improvement. Another user shares a similar experience and mentions iron deficiency and thyroid issues affecting hair loss despite using the treatments.
A user discusses their struggle with female pattern baldness, mentioning that Minoxidil helped initially but their hair health declined after stopping a specific diet. They seek advice on managing oily, brittle hair and mention using an egg yolk and olive oil mixture as a temporary solution.
A 28-year-old male experienced hair loss after COVID-19 and used Minoxidil with initial success, but later faced shedding again. He started Finasteride in February 2025, noticing improvements, but recent shedding has caused concern; his regimen includes Minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, red light therapy, supplements, and a healthy lifestyle.
User "missbloombastic" has been experiencing hair loss since 2016 and tried min, fin, multivitamins, and spiro with mixed results. Another user shares their struggle with hair loss and its impact on self-esteem, while a third user suggests checking blood tests and confirming the cause of hair loss.
A 19-year-old is experiencing excessive hair shedding despite using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are seeking advice on why these treatments aren't working and if their current regimen is appropriate.
The post discusses hair regrowth progress after 3 months of using Minoxidil four times a week, dermarolling twice a week, and using an anti-gray shampoo. The conversation includes speculation about the effectiveness of the shampoo, with some users noting visible darkening and growth of hair.
Pelage PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in trials, potentially reactivating dormant hair follicles without affecting hormones. Results are expected in February 2025, offering an alternative to minoxidil and finasteride.
A 42-year-old male using Minoxidil since June reports hair regrowth and thickening, with additional improvements from vitamin supplements and stress-reducing medication. Suggestions include adding topical finasteride and microneedling for better results.
The user experienced hair regrowth after using 5% topical minoxidil for over four months, despite initial shedding. They apply it once daily but occasionally skip days due to concerns about collagen production interference.
A user has been taking finasteride for 7.5 months and experiencing shedding since the second month, leading to significant hair thinning. Other users suggest continuing the treatment, as shedding is normal, and some have seen improvements after 8 months.
Switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil caused a major hair shed, exacerbated by moving stress. Dutasteride may take months to fully integrate, and adding finasteride might help with hair protection during this transition.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair loss after one month of use, with a user questioning if complete hair regrowth is possible and another suggesting the perceived improvement may be due to lighting differences rather than actual hair growth.
The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen including oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, a rejuvenating scalp serum with caffeine, rosemary, and ginger, topical ketoconazole, saw palmetto, and derma rolling. The user seeks advice for scalp pimples and irritation.