A user is making a topical finasteride solution with 0.01% finasteride, 50% ethanol, 15% glycerine, and 35% water, but it doesn't adhere well to the scalp. They seek advice on improving the mixture's consistency without taking oral pills.
The user reported positive results after 2 months using dutasteride 0.5mg, topical minoxidil daily, ketoconazole 3 times a week, and a derma roller once a week, with minimal side effects. They experienced increased hair growth and are optimistic about future results.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth in 90 days using 1.25 mg finasteride daily and topical 5% minoxidil once a day, with noticeable thickening of eyebrows and eyelashes. Despite the progress, the user plans a hair transplant due to traction alopecia affecting the hairline.
Combining Minoxidil with Finasteride or RU58841 may cause interference, irritation, or reduced absorption. It might be better to apply one topical at a time and wait an hour before applying another.
A user applied the 8T3 product for hair loss, targeting LPP and AGA, and plans to update on its effectiveness. The product uses a saline buffered phosphate vehicle, suitable for those intolerant to ethanolic vehicles.
Mixing topical solutions like Morr F 10% (Minoxidil) and L'Oreal Seryoxyl (Stemoxydine) before application may not reduce their effectiveness. The goal is to apply treatments all at once instead of multiple times a day.
The user plans to use a combination of tretinoin, topical minoxidil, and topical finasteride for hair loss treatment. They seek advice on application order, timing, and tretinoin dosage.
The user is seeking Malassezia-safe treatments for hair loss and currently uses a baby shampoo, a scalp tonic with antifungal ingredients, and aloe gel. They consider using Kirkland Minoxidil 5% drops and possibly consulting a doctor about Finasteride.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp for hair loss for nearly three months and is considering adding tretinoin. They are advised to be patient, as results typically take 6-12 months, and are exploring other options like oral minoxidil and dutasteride.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of 5% topical minoxidil, with considerations for adding finasteride or dutasteride. Concerns about side effects, such as unwanted body hair growth from oral minoxidil, are also mentioned.
The user is considering combining 1mg oral finasteride with 0.1% topical finasteride due to reduced effectiveness after 5 years and is also using minoxidil twice daily. They previously tried dutasteride but stopped due to side effects and are hesitant to try RU58841.
A product called HairMDL includes Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Latanoprost, caffeine, Tretinoin, and Triamcinolone. Users are curious about its effectiveness and safety, particularly regarding the topical steroid Triamcinolone.
User shared 12-month progress using topical 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily. Most replies suggest waiting longer for potential further regrowth before considering a hair transplant.
A user is combining RU58841 with a topical formula containing finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, triamcinolone, caffeine, and other ingredients. They have just started using it and report no side effects so far.
The user shared a 1-year progress on hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil twice daily, finasteride daily, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral every three days, showing significant improvement. Commenters expressed admiration for the results and hope for their own hair recovery.
A 35-year-old man shares his one-year progress using 1.25 mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for hair loss, with no side effects and slight improvement in his front hairline. He also uses keto shampoo twice a week and a 0.5mm roller weekly.
The user is using Keeps Topical Minoxidil and Finasteride foam, along with derma stamping and pumpkin seed oil pills, to address hair loss. They report no significant side effects and observe new hair growth, while discussing the pros and cons of topical versus oral treatments.
Ketoconazole shampoo may reduce scalp DHT by around 10% but is not effective enough to stop hair loss on its own. For better results, finasteride, minoxidil, and lifestyle changes are recommended.
The user has been using dutasteride, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, recently adding minoxidil and tretinoin, and plans to start microneedling. They advise starting treatments early to maintain hair, as regrowth is more challenging.
A user's regimen to help with their diffuse thinning, which includes taking Pyrilutamide BID, 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil since August 2021, LLLT every two days, topical fin, progesterone, melatonin, minoxidil (started one week ago), pumpkin seed oil and not dermarolling; other commenters suggested Nizoral for dandruff control and caution when using pre-mixed products with Pyrilutamide.
Using tretinoin or tazarotene with minoxidil may eliminate the need for microneedling or dermastamping. Microneedling can enhance minoxidil's effects but may cause long-term scalp issues.
The user reported significant hair growth after 8 months using a topical solution of 0.25% Finasteride and 8% Minoxidil, with no side effects. They also performed micro-needling and took multivitamins.
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of Alfatradiol as an over-the-counter topical 5AR inhibitor that has been shown to be effective in stopping hair loss without side effects. Other treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841.
Clascoterone 5% topical solution is effective and safe for long-term use in treating male pattern hair loss. Cosmo Pharma aims for EU and US approval, with a potential US release in late 2027 or early 2028.
Triple Hair Inc. developed a new topical treatment, TH07, combining Finasteride, Latanoprost, and Minoxidil for androgenic alopecia. Users discussed its effectiveness compared to other treatments and shared their own product combinations.
A user with diffuse thinning, currently using finasteride, biotin, minoxidil, and nizoral shampoo, is considering a topical solution called "82M" but is skeptical due to its high cost and lack of supporting research. They seek others' experiences with "82M."
A user experienced significant hair regrowth from Xeljanz after severe alopecia but can no longer afford it. They are seeking ways to obtain the medication despite its high cost and potential side effects.
A user shared progress on treating female pattern baldness with a topical solution containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Tretinoin, Ketoconazole, and Hydrocortisone, along with supplements like Collagen Peptides, NAC, Vitamin C, and Keratin. Another user commented on the impressive results, noting the use of topical Dutasteride.