community Progress with topical min used sublingually and other treatments
User used sublingual minoxidil for 5 months and saw progress. Also used topical dutasteride, alfatradiol, tretinoin, and reduced oral finasteride dose.
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810-840 / 1000+ resultscommunity Is combining topical and oral finasteride pointless
A user is using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and oral finasteride for hair loss but hasn't seen progress yet. They are considering switching to oral finasteride only due to scalp issues from the topical solution, but are advised to continue the current regimen for at least six months to a year.
community 16 advice on routine I’m beginning
The user is experiencing hair thinning and bald spots, using Nizoral, rosemary oil, fluocinolone, and receiving PRP treatments. They are considering oral minoxidil and finasteride but are hesitant due to age and financial constraints.
community Breezula is a good alternative
Clascoterone 5% solution (Breezula) is a promising alternative for androgenetic alopecia, showing continued hair growth with consistent use and no significant side effects. It may be suitable for those who cannot tolerate finasteride or dutasteride, especially when trying to conceive.
community Maybe oral min was not that good of an idea for someone this naturally hairy
User discusses increased body hair after using oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Others share experiences and debate benefits of being hairy versus bald.
community Is anyone taking both boron and p5p to lower SHBG and Prolactin respectively? What are you experience on this?
The user is applying topical finasteride with stemoxydine for hair loss and has noticed hair thickening but no regrowth after two months. They also report high SHBG and prolactin levels and a lack of morning erections, even on low doses of medication.
community Thoughts on this topical? Has a combination going on but are they really heavy hitters
Follicium XR™ is a topical treatment for hair loss containing RU58841, AHK-Cu, GHK-Cu Peptide, caffeine, D-Biotin, methylene blue, keratin, and spermidine. RU58841 is considered the most effective ingredient, but concerns exist about its stability in water.
community It's just 10 weeks after my 2nd Hair Transplant, but man, Oral Minoxidil + whatever didn't shed is already good enough for me. Just a tiny bit of fibers and/or Dermmatch and I have full head of hair.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like hinoki tree oil and procyanidin b2. Experiences and effectiveness of these treatments are shared.
community Over 95% of his face is covered in hair.
A young man with hypertrichosis has over 95% of his face covered in hair, sparking humorous comments about hair loss treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride. Users joke about transplanting his facial hair and discuss the challenges of his condition compared to typical balding.
community Pelage, PP405, is creating a database for potential new trial volunteers
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment targeting dormant hair follicles, with ongoing trials. Some users consider stopping finasteride and minoxidil to join trials, while others doubt its effectiveness.
community Switching to Dutasteride Foam During Norwood 2 Shedding Phase
The user is considering switching from Minoxidil to dutasteride for hair loss treatment but is concerned about the potential for increased shedding. They are seeking advice on whether to wait for the current shedding phase to subside before starting dutasteride.
community Oral minoxidil and collagen production- does anybody else believe there’s a real link?
The conversation discusses the user's experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss and a possible increase in facial wrinkles, leading to a plan to ask for a tretinoin prescription. Specific treatments mentioned are oral minoxidil and the intention to use tretinoin.
community Both pictures are 18 months apart
The user started dutasteride and oral minoxidil but saw no improvement in crown hair regrowth. Users suggest increasing the minoxidil dose and seeking a second opinion.
community Diagnosed with a mild form of Alopecia
A user experienced rapid hair loss and was prescribed Desonide cream for mild Alopecia. They are seeking feedback on its effectiveness and potential side effects.
community How’s RCH-01 doing?
RCH-01's progress is uncertain, and there's skepticism about its effectiveness. Users are losing hope in this treatment.
community Confused About Starting Oral vs. Topical Fin + Minox with Derma Rolling
A user is deciding between starting oral finasteride with topical minoxidil or using topical finasteride and minoxidil due to concerns about side effects. They plan to use derma rolling weekly to enhance treatment effectiveness.
community Redensyl and is it any good. No fin
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Redensyl for hair loss and whether to continue using Minoxidil alone, despite planning for a hair transplant eventually. The user also mentions using dermarolling, PRP therapy, and Nutrafol.
community Is this regrowth? Minox, lumigan, needles, keto
The user is asking if they are experiencing hair regrowth while using a treatment regimen that includes hair regrowth gel with castor oil, minoxidil 5% with latanoprost, dermastamping once a week, ketoconazole shampoo, and nizoral cream. They have shared photos after applying these treatments.
community Topical application of Apple Skin 15% Procyanidin B2 extract makes hair noticeably thicker
Hair loss discussion includes homemade 15% Procyanidin B2 apple skin extract as alternative to Minoxidil. User reports thicker hair, but no new growth yet.
community The Battle of Norwood (2024) | Dut 0.5 mg ED + Oral Min 5 mg ED
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, with the user reporting significant improvement in hair volume after combining these treatments. Some side effects mentioned include changes in libido and increased facial hair, but overall, the user is satisfied with the results.
community Will Applying Minoxidil/Finasteride to Temples Cause Shedding Elsewhere?
Applying minoxidil and finasteride to the temples won't cause shedding elsewhere. Shedding occurs due to hair follicles resetting their growth cycle, not the application location.
community PCOS Hair Loss: What’s Helped Me (and What Didn’t)
OP shares their experience with PCOS-related hair loss, highlighting that addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies, managing hormones with spironolactone, and using gentle hair care products helped improve their condition. They advise against relying on "miracle" hair oils and emphasize the importance of medical evaluation and a combined approach to treatment.
community Is shedding a good sign for antiandrogens?
Shedding may indicate potential regrowth when using KX-826, similar to Minoxidil and finasteride. Users report improved hair quality and minor side effects like slight headaches.
community Experienced Sleep Paralysis for the First Time After Starting Finasteride
A user experienced sleep paralysis after starting finasteride and is seeking others' experiences. Another user suggests finasteride might affect neurosteroids, potentially altering sleep patterns.
community Oral or topical finasteride? .
A user is deciding between oral and topical finasteride for hair loss, noting oral finasteride's ease of use but broader effects. Another user simply recommends oral finasteride.
community Kintor's email response to me, regarding false advertising, and my proposal for them to develop a topical dut formulation with meaningful efficacy.
Kintor apologized for using misleading images in their advertisements and promised stricter review processes. They are also considering developing a topical dutasteride formulation.
community Anyone looking at peptides for hair?
The conversation discusses interest in peptides for hair loss, specifically mentioning ahkCU and ghkCU. A user is considering adding ghkCU to their treatment regimen.
community Clascoterone - Why are there so few posts if it’s already on the market?
Clascoterone is being discussed for hair loss, but its current acne formulation may not be suitable for scalp use due to potential skin irritation and lower dosage compared to Breezula. Users mention other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide, with some expressing skepticism about clascoterone's effectiveness for hair loss.
community Why there are no updates from Amplifica about SCUBE3 & AMP-303?
Amplifica has not provided updates on SCUBE3 and AMP-303, raising concerns about their trial outcomes. Users also mention other treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, PP405, and ET-03.
community Is anyone experiencing facial aging with Minoxidil.
The post and conversation discuss whether Minoxidil causes facial aging, with some users reporting no side effects and attributing negative effects to possible allergic reactions. The original poster suggests more research is needed to confirm any connection between Minoxidil and facial aging.