The user shared progress after six months using a topical mix of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, reporting significant hair regrowth with minimal side effects. The product used is a spray from Hims, applied to the crown before bed.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, and a dermaroller. Users also talk about the benefits of using a stamp over a derma roller for scalp treatment.
The post discusses a user's 6-month progress using topical finasteride (0.08%) and minoxidil (5%) once a day, combined with scalp micropigmentation (SMP). The user hopes for improved hair growth as they let their hair grow out.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair growth after taking oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for 30 days. Other users expressed disbelief at the rapid results, with some attributing changes to camera effects.
A 36-year-old man is using topical 5% Minoxidil for hair thinning and is considering adding 3mg Minoxidil pills as recommended by a dermatologist. He is concerned about potential side effects and increased shedding but cannot access Finasteride due to strict regulations.
The conversation is about the difficulty of applying both pyril and min/fin to treat hair loss twice daily and whether combining them yields positive results.
The user experienced hair regrowth and improved hair quality using topical minoxidil on temples and oral finasteride daily. They also noted thicker eyebrows and some side effects like minor erectile dysfunction.
Finasteride pills don't fully dissolve in a DIY topical solution due to fillers, resulting in residue. Users suggest shaking well before application and note that commercial solutions appear clearer.
The user is experiencing scalp irritation from using RU58841 with a 70% ethanol and 30% propylene glycol vehicle and is considering switching to a less irritating vehicle, such as 30% ethanol with 70% squalane or emu oil. They are seeking feedback on the effectiveness and irritation levels of these alternative carriers.
A user shared their 3-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, along with Pura D’Or anti-thinning shampoo and a scalp massager. They noticed initial worsening but later saw hair follicle recovery.
The conversation discusses a topical finasteride therapy with hydrocortisone butyrate, estrone base, and breviline. A user suggests oral finasteride as a superior option.
A user is experiencing hair regrowth after using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, biotin, multivitamins, vitamin D, and dutasteride. They also use ketoconazole shampoo and Revita density shampoo to manage flakes and improve hair thickness.
A user shared their progress after using a topical treatment combining 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride for two months to address hair loss at the temples. They apply 5ml nightly without side effects and plan to switch to a different brand soon.
A user plans to create a custom topical solution by adding finasteride, caffeine, cetirizine, and melatonin to a minoxidil bottle, questioning the stability and effectiveness of this mix. Concerns include potential crystallization and solution muddiness with added ingredients.
The user is using a treatment of topical minoxidil 7% and finasteride 0.1% twice daily, along with a low-level laser therapy cap, biotin, and collagen supplements, and is seeing good progress on the hairline and temples but not the midscalp. They experienced initial shedding, saw results by month three, and are happy with the progress, though some users express concern about using finasteride at a young age.
The user reported hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and dermapen, considering adding finasteride. Others shared experiences with minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, recommending finasteride for long-term results but noting potential side effects.
Concerns about using 0.3% topical finasteride due to potential side effects like decreased libido and gynecomastia. Suggestions include using less than 1ml or considering 1mg oral finasteride.
The user shared two-month results using a topical spray with 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2.2% ketoconazole, and 0.2% biotin, showing improvement in hair loss. The user also mentioned using hair fibers previously and dermastamping inconsistently.
The user is using topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 5% for hair regrowth, along with dermal stamping, zinc, fish oils, and biotin. They report some regrowth and shedding, with no significant side effects.
The user is considering adding RU58841 to liquid minoxidil without propylene glycol (PG) due to an allergy and is asking if this combination is effective and if PG is necessary. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil foam, plan to use RU58841 with liquid minoxidil in the evening, and continue finasteride.
The user used minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% for six months, along with a dermaroller and Nizoral shampoo, experiencing only dry scalp as a side effect. They are pleased with the results.
The user experienced side effects from oral finasteride and tried mixing it with liquid minoxidil but faced application issues. They are seeking a 5% minoxidil foam with a maximum of 0.15% topical finasteride concentration.
Topical spironolactone 5% is being discussed for its effectiveness in treating hair loss, specifically receding temples. The user is inquiring if it works similarly to finasteride as a testosterone blocker.
A 30-year-old MTF individual shared a 6-month update on hair loss improvement using minoxidil, retinol, and microneedling, along with lowering testosterone to reduce DHT. They reported positive results, feeling happier and more confident.
RU58841 is used topically to prevent hair loss by blocking DHT, with suggestions to drink grapefruit juice, take breaks, avoid microneedling, and use lower concentrations to reduce side effects. Users discuss applying it at night to minimize systemic absorption.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using a topical combination of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with weekly dermastamping and ketoconazole shampoo, without side effects. Others suggested additional treatments like red light therapy and PRP.
The user has been using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, along with microneedling, vitamins, and nizoral shampoo. They recently increased the topical treatments to twice daily for faster results, experiencing only initial shedding.
A 28-year-old male using only oral finasteride 1mg since May 15, 2024, reports no side effects and significant hair improvement. He plans to continue finasteride for three more months and is considering adding D3+K2 drops, zinc, folate, and magnesium glycinate.
A user is seeking a pharmacy to compound a topical solution containing Minoxidil, Finasteride, Alfatradiol, Melatonin, Latanoprost, and either RU58841 or Pyrilutamide. They prefer a professional compounding lab over DIY methods.