Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. There is skepticism about claims of a breakthrough, despite FDA approval for human trials.
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.
The user plans to use an electric microneedling pen for hair loss, set to penetrate 0.6mm to 0.8mm, and apply rosemary oil in jojoba oil post-treatment. They also intend to use 5% Minoxidil daily, followed by a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and jojoba oils.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using a homemade oral solution of 1 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil. Commenters noted significant improvement and increased body hair.
The conversation is about the perceived risks of oral minoxidil compared to spironolactone for treating hair loss, with the original poster currently taking spironolactone due to concerns about oral minoxidil's safety.
A 44-year-old user experienced hair regrowth using a topical spray combining 0.3% finasteride and 7% minoxidil after switching from oral finasteride due to side effects. The user reported noticeable improvements in hair thickness after four months without any side effects from the topical treatment.
A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 10 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride chewables from Hims, with no side effects. He noticed increased hair volume, especially at the front, and recommends trying the medication for hair loss.
Switching from topical to an oral combo pill (1.2 mg finasteride, 3 mg minoxidil, vitamins) improved hair thickness without noticeable side effects. The user appreciates the convenience of a single daily pill over twice-daily topical applications.
A 24-year-old started using 1 mg oral finasteride, 5% topical minoxidil, and 1 mm microneedling every other week for hair loss, reporting no side effects and noticeable improvement after four months. The user clarified a typo in the title, initially suggesting meditation instead of medication.
Melatonin at a 0.0033% concentration shows results for hair loss when used topically. A user is discussing how to replicate this by adding 2mg of Melatonin to 60ml of Minoxidil solution.
A 31-year-old male has been using 1 mg oral finasteride and topical Kirkland minoxidil foam for three months, along with occasional dermastamping and Nizoral shampoo. He plans to be more consistent with dermastamping.
The user has been using oral finasteride for 15 years and is considering switching to a finasteride/minoxidil spray due to concerns about potential side effects like depression. They are seeking advice on whether to continue with both treatments or switch exclusively to the spray.
The conversation humorously discusses exaggerated hair growth results using 500mg finasteride and 1000mg minoxidil daily, with side effects including a bloody nose and lowered libido. It also jokes about microneedling, hair transplants, and elephants, suggesting the post is satirical.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride (1 mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) daily, with minimal side effects. They also use testosterone to balance any libido effects from finasteride.
The user has been on finasteride for 1.5 years with good results but avoids minoxidil due to pet safety concerns. They're considering alternatives like Redensyl and natural remedies like rosemary oil and stinging nettle tincture for hair loss.
A 30-year-old woman has been using oral minoxidil and spironolactone for hair loss without success for 18 months and is considering switching to topical minoxidil. Users suggest trying topical minoxidil, dermastamping, red-laser therapy, and checking hormone levels, while noting that oral minoxidil is often more effective than topical.
Ecklonia cava is suggested as an alternative to finasteride and dutasteride for hair growth, potentially offering benefits without their side effects. It is promoted for anti-aging, mood enhancement, and cognitive support.
Salicylic Acid shampoo may hinder topical minoxidil but not oral minoxidil, which works through the liver. The user plans to continue using oral minoxidil and is concerned about the shampoo's effect on it.
Jamesdunn8811 has been using a combination of finasteride and minoxidil to treat his hair loss over the past four months, with successful results. He has experienced no side effects and noticed increased thickness and baby hairs growing in both temples.
A 25-year-old male experiencing hair shedding due to testosterone use is considering topical finasteride or RU58841 for scalp treatment while continuing minoxidil for beard growth. Topical finasteride is suggested to prevent scalp thinning without affecting beard growth.
Switching from liquid to foam Minoxidil to avoid scalp irritation, with a method to melt the foam for easier application. Users discuss alternatives and personal experiences with Minoxidil, including issues with propylene glycol and different application methods.
A person has been using 1mg Finasteride for 20 years with no side effects but is now noticing temple thinning and is considering oral Minoxidil, despite concerns about heart health and body hair growth. They are consulting a doctor about possibly taking 1.25 to 2.5 mg of oral Minoxidil.
Oral PTD-DBM was discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but it was deemed ineffective in humans despite promising results in mice. The conversation concluded that trying it without VPA might be unwise.
A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, and their negative side effects. They outlined a new treatment plan involving microneedling, various supplements, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with plans to document progress over three months. Another user responded, indicating their own similar efforts were a waste of money.
User quit minoxidil and finasteride, starting stemoxydine, dermastamp, and dermapen for hair loss. Seeks advice on alternatives, avoiding androgen disruptors and vasodilators/vasoconstrictors.
User plans to switch from oral to .005% topical finasteride, using a solvent from minoxidilmax and later Essengen-F. They will monitor DHT levels and seek advice on solvents and sleep caps.
User asks about topical spironolactone experience. Two studies show it as promising anti-androgen treatment, with 5% cream available on Minoxidilmax website.
Minoxidil without propylene glycol is sought to avoid dermatitis, with Rogaine foam and Tecflox suggested as alternatives. Users discuss using foam to prevent irritation and suggest heating it for easier application.
A user questions if ingesting topical minoxidil could be an alternative to oral minoxidil for hair loss. Another user reports success with this method, noting they saw results and experienced no adverse effects.