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      community i think i need a slap of truth.

      in Advice  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair thinning is considering treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various oils but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Users advise starting minoxidil and finasteride for effective results, while oils and supplements are seen as less effective.

      community 4 months topical minoxidil + 2 months finasteride

      in Minoxidil  132 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride are effectively promoting hair growth with minimal side effects, such as no impact on sex drive. Users report positive results and reduced hair shedding, with some using a combination of topical foam containing both minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Is Topical Fin a Reasonable Alternative?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user discusses mild/moderate hair loss and considers switching from oral to topical finasteride due to past endocrine issues. They seek feedback on topical finasteride's effectiveness and reputable sources, with replies suggesting Minoxidilmax products as effective alternatives.

      community Facing difficulty in applying minoxidil to the scalp as I have long hair.

      in Scalp Massage  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      An 18-year-old male experiencing hair thinning and loss is using oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and a multivitamin as prescribed by a dermatologist. He's having difficulty applying the topical minoxidil effectively due to his hair length, as he feels a lot of it stays on his hair instead of reaching the scalp.

      community I got prescribed topical finasteride!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user was prescribed 0.3% topical finasteride with 5% minoxidil for use on the temples twice daily, while continuing minoxidil on the full scalp. Replies suggested using the treatment once daily and questioned the logic of treating only the temples, with one suggesting dilution for use across the entire scalp.

      community nutrafol actually working somehow??

      in Update  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reports significant improvement in scalp thinning after nearly 2 months of using Nutrafol, along with derma rolling and weekly rosemary oil application. Another user suggests the success might be due to saw palmetto in Nutrafol and shares their own experience of maintaining hair without finasteride.

      community Why isnt topical fin talked about more?

      in Chat  44 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical finasteride is less popular due to inconvenience, cost, and availability, while oral finasteride is favored for ease and safety. Some users experience side effects with topical use, but find it effective with minoxidil, though opinions on its efficacy vary.

      community Frustrating back and forth progress

      in Is this regrowth?  160 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing fluctuating hair regrowth using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, with the best results in the first four months. Suggestions include being patient through shedding cycles, considering oral minoxidil, and possibly adding dutasteride for stronger results.

      community nice to meet you my name is Fin Diesel

      in Satire  782 upvotes 3 years ago
      A joke about someone named "Fin Diesel" living life one milligram at a time, referencing the treatments Finasteride and Minoxidil used to treat hair loss; users discussed whether the look would be better with or without hair.

      community How obvious is it that I am using hair fibers to thicken my hairline?

      in Product  175 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user uses Toppik hair fibers to thicken their hairline and has switched from finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, noticing more hair thickening. Most responses indicate the hair fibers are not noticeable, and many suggest the user doesn't need them as their hair looks natural and good for their age.

      community Dogan Turan vs Bruno Pinto please i need your suggested

      in Transplants  4 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is considering a hair transplant and is using topical finasteride, minoxidil, antiandrogens, ketoconazole shampoo, and serenoa repens. They are deciding between surgeons Dogan Turan and Bruno Pinto, and are concerned about the technique and potential complications due to diffuse hair loss.

      community A doctor says to NEVER massage Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  10 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user is concerned about the best method to apply Minoxidil for hair loss, noting conflicting advice from doctors. Another user mentions that not massaging the liquid can cause it to drip, suggesting slight spreading with fingers.

      community TH07 - A New Novel Topical Treatment for Androgenic Alopecia

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community Intermittent Finasteride dosing for reduction of side effects?

       8 upvotes 6 years ago
      Intermittent finasteride dosing, like taking it every third day, may reduce side effects while still lowering DHT levels. Users report side effects such as brain fog and weaker erections, which often subside after stopping the drug.

      community Minoxidil vs Minoxidil + Tretinoin vs Minoxidil + LCLT

      in Minoxidil  11 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about comparing the effectiveness of Minoxidil alone versus Minoxidil combined with other substances like Tretinoin, LCLT, Procapil, Aminexil, and Capixyl for hair growth. One user did not understand the terms used.

      community Combo to reduce hair fall Turmeric + Perilla

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user stopped using finasteride and tried turmeric, ginger, and perilla extract to reduce hair shedding, noticing a significant decrease in hair loss. They experienced side effects like rashes and easy bleeding from perilla extract and softer feet, possibly from turmeric.

      community 18M: Side Effects After 3 Months on Topical Finasteride

      in Finasteride  102 upvotes 7 months ago
      An 18-year-old using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing side effects like delayed ejaculation and lower sex drive after three months. They are considering whether to continue with the treatment or adjust it, possibly switching back to minoxidil.

      community Interested about what other adjunct therapies people are trying & whats working?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternative hair loss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.