A dermatologist advised stopping minoxidil and trying redensyl serum, while also starting finasteride. Concerns were raised about increased hair loss after stopping minoxidil.
Dutasteride mesotherapy showed increased hair density and diameter without reducing serum DHT levels in a small study. However, the sample size was too small to make definitive claims about its efficacy.
The user discusses the potential impact of external DHT in sebum on hair loss and plans to wash their hair daily with salicylic acid exfoliation. They believe this might help reduce hair loss despite internal factors.
A 22-year-old male uses dutasteride, a serum with 10% minoxidil and 0.5% finasteride, and microneedling for diffuse androgenetic alopecia. Progress pictures show changes from July 2025 to February 2026.
The user is dealing with early hair loss and is using a serum with Redensyl, multivitamins, and plans to add minoxidil. They seek advice on maintaining a positive mindset and improving hair health through lifestyle changes.
The user has been using finasteride for seven months and oral minoxidil for two months, along with redensyl serum and GFC sessions, but is not seeing improvement in hair loss. They are feeling helpless and questioning if they are a non-responder to the treatments.
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.
The conversation is about a hair care routine focused on microneedling and using DHI Hair Serum for temple hairline regrowth, without using minoxidil or finasteride. The user seeks advice on the best derma pen in India and feedback on their routine.
A user shared their positive experience with a 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride topical serum for hair loss, noting improvements in hair density and new growth within 2.5 months. They also mentioned using red light therapy, vitamin D+K2 supplements, and an all-natural shampoo.
The user is allergic to minoxidil and plans to try Redensyl hair serum and derma rolling for hair regrowth. They cannot start finasteride until age 18.
The user is experiencing positive hair regrowth after four months using a topical serum containing 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, specifically from the brand Hims. They apply the serum mainly to the hairline and have not observed any side effects.
The conversation discusses using very low dose topical finasteride to achieve specific serum DHT reduction percentages. It concludes that finasteride dosage increases linearly between 5-30% DHT reduction but requires exponential increases for reductions up to 70%.
The conversation is about a user complaining about the strong smell of a stemoxydine serum used for hair loss. Other users suggest that the product might be counterfeit due to its unpleasant odor.
Researching and developing an effective local antagonist to block the androgen receptors for hair loss, as opposed to using DHT synthesis inhibitors that lower serum DHT levels. Several treatments such as CosmeRNA and Pyrilutamide are currently in development or undergoing trials.
Taking a break from topical treatments like oils, serums, and minoxidil once a week may help the scalp recover, though opinions vary on its effectiveness. Some users skip treatments occasionally, believing it benefits scalp health without reducing effectiveness.
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
The conversation discusses concerns about MVSupplements.com products, specifically the Min+Ru spray and GHK Serum, due to discrepancies in ingredient lists and recent poor feedback. Users also mention a price increase and one user reports no issues with the RU powder.
A 22-year-old male shares his one-month progress using topical Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 0.1%, Bontress Pro, hair serum, derma rolling, and supplements like vitamin B12 and biotin. He seeks feedback on his hair loss treatment results.
A 35-year-old is using finasteride, minoxidil, ordinary serum, dermarolling, and Nizoral shampoo for hair loss. After two months, they see improvement despite initial worsening and anticipate future shedding.
People recommend using Nizoral, The Ordinary Multi-peptide Hair Serum, Minoxidil, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. The Ordinary serum is noted for creating an illusion of thickness rather than promoting regrowth.
The user shared their hair loss treatment routine, which includes caffeine shampoo, The Ordinary Hair Serum, red light therapy, topical finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. They previously used oral finasteride but stopped due to travel, resulting in rapid hair loss.
A 27-year-old male with Norwood grade 5 hair loss is using dutasteride and a hair serum with Redensyl, Anagain, Procapil, and Capilia Longa, but is hesitant to use oral minoxidil due to past allergic reactions to topical minoxidil. He plans to try dutasteride alone for 3 months before considering adding oral minoxidil.
The user is exploring hair loss treatments, including Patented Growth Factors (PGF) and a serum with Copper Peptide, Ceramides, Amino Acids, and Caffeine, while expressing concerns about the cost and effectiveness of PGF. They are also considering starting finasteride due to doubts about PGF's long-term viability and are seeking experiences from others who have used these treatments alongside antidepressants.
A 31-year-old uses Minoxidil, RU58841, Reviv Hair Serum, and Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss but avoids finasteride. They plan to reintroduce red light therapy (LLLT) and Eucapil despite previous shedding concerns.
A user with medium length hair and thinning at the top is using an adenosine-based hair growth serum and seeking advice on whether to use a boar bristle or nylon bristle brush to stimulate hair growth. They are concerned about their sensitive scalp.
The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, highlighting Advanced Trichology Topical Melatonin Hair Growth Serum, hers Minoxidil Foam, Keranique Hair Regrowth Treatment, Nioxin 5% Minoxidil, Virtue Minoxidil 5%, and Rogaine Women's 2% Minoxidil. One user suggests that the list may be influenced by sponsorship and emphasizes that minoxidil is commonly recommended but doesn't address the root cause of hair loss like finasteride or dutasteride.
A user wants to try melatonin for hair loss by mixing melatonin powder with a topical oil serum. They are asking if this mixture is possible and effective.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of different concentrations and dosages of topical finasteride on scalp and serum DHT levels, comparing it to oral finasteride and noting the side effects seem to be fewer at lower dosages. Participants shared experiences and referenced a chart indicating similar scalp DHT reduction with 0.025% topical finasteride as with 1mg oral finasteride, but with fewer side effects.
The user experienced hair thinning after switching from minoxidil to finasteride, capixyl serum, and PRP treatment. They returned to minoxidil and took vitamin B12 and D3 supplements, but their hair remains thinner, and they are unsure about continuing finasteride.
A user struggling with hair loss has been using treatments including Minoxidil, a hair serum, vitamin capsules, and Dutasteride as prescribed by a dermatologist. They're experiencing side effects from Dutasteride and are unsure about its effectiveness, but another user suggests they might be seeing improvement and advises trying a lower dose.