The conversation discusses hairregrowth treatments, specifically using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling with the Derminator. Users report significant improvements, especially after adding microneedling to their routine.
User experienced significant hairregrowth with multiple treatments, but then had a brutal shedding period, losing progress. Others questioned the number of treatments used and potential side effects.
A 25-year-old male has been treating hair loss for six months using 5% minoxidil once daily, 0.02% DIY topical finasteride once daily, and microneedling every two weeks. He reports increased hair density and some regrowth, particularly vellus hairs, and plans to continue the regimen, possibly adding oral finasteride in the future.
Thin, short hairs often appear in areas of hair loss but may not grow fully despite treatments like finasteride. Some users consider additional treatments like microneedling or hair transplants.
The user is asking for opinions on whether their hair growth is due to Pantostin and hormone treatments. One commenter confirms regrowth and asks about the hormone treatments.
A 23-year-old experienced hairregrowth using 1mg finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil after initial shedding, but noticed hair loss after stopping minoxidil and starting vaping. They resumed oral minoxidil and finasteride, attributing hair loss to nicotine and stopping minoxidil, and are considering additional treatments like dutasteride.
A transgender woman experienced significant hairregrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hairregrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.
Oral dutasteride is the most effective for hairregrowth, followed by oral finasteride and minoxidil. Topical finasteride combined with minoxidil is recommended for those avoiding systemic DHT reduction.
A user shared their 7-month progress on hairregrowth using a regimen of dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, and keto shampoo. They noted significant improvement, particularly in vellus hair growth, and discussed the potential addition of RU58841, though they experienced side effects with it previously.
The user experienced significant hairregrowth using finasteride every other day without side effects, starting to see results after 3-4 months. They chose not to use minoxidil due to its side effects and because finasteride effectively stopped hair loss.
A 24-year-old shared his 11-month hairregrowth progress using 1mg oral finasteride, Dr. Reddy's Minoxidil + Finasteride 5% topical solution, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and plans to switch to dutasteride and tretinoin. Users praised his progress, discussed hairregrowth strategies, and shared personal experiences with hair loss treatments.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hairregrowth and thickness after one year of using Dutasteride and Minoxidil Foam. They mentioned regrowing hair on their temples and achieving the thickest hair since high school.
User experienced significant hairregrowth after 90 days using Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, and Keto shampoo. Others discuss potential side effects and difficulty determining which treatment is most effective.
The conversation is about someone using topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and caffeine for hairregrowth, particularly near the temple area. They are asking if the new, smaller hairs will grow and thicken to match their existing hair.
PP405 (Everychem 3HP) may help with hairregrowth, with mixed user experiences. Users often combine it with minoxidil and finasteride, but there are concerns about its efficacy and side effects.
The user experienced positive hairregrowth and thicker hair after 12 weeks on 1.25mg Finasteride and 2.5mg Minoxidil chewables, with no side effects. They plan to reassess the need for a hair transplant after seeing further progress.
The user experienced significant hairregrowth using a combination of oral minoxidil and dutasteride over five months. They reported no side effects and noticed new hair growth, particularly around the hairline.
A user experienced significant hairregrowth after 3.5 months using topical minoxidil and weekly derma rolling. Others discussed enhancing results with finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling.
Transitioning genders humorously suggested for hairregrowth, noting some transgender individuals experience this. Discusses treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and hormone therapy, but advises against transitioning solely for hairregrowth.
The user experienced significant hairregrowth using topical minoxidil but faced issues with gynecomastia when using oral minoxidil and finasteride. They plan to have surgery for gynecomastia and consider using finasteride again, while questioning if minoxidil alone can maintain hair growth.
The user experienced significant hairregrowth over four months using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, micro-needling, and rosemary oil. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of continuing the treatment to maintain results.
The user experienced significant hairregrowth after 2.5 years of using Minoxidil 5% and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with Lupron, despite initial scalp irritation. Finasteride was ineffective for them.
The user achieved significant hairregrowth using topical 5% minoxidil and oral 1mg finasteride daily, especially around the temples. They experienced minimal side effects, with initial difficulty maintaining erections that resolved after a few weeks.
User experienced significant hairregrowth using minoxidil and dutasteride, along with microneedling, vitamins, and massages. Despite recent shedding, they hope it's a synchronized hair cycle and plan to continue the treatment.
The user added microneedling to their routine of minoxidil and finasteride, resulting in noticeable hairregrowth after three months. They shared photos showing significant improvement.
A user shared impressive hairregrowth results after using 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with minimal side effects. The user also mentioned taking biotin gummies and experiencing periods of shedding followed by thicker hair growth.
A user is frustrated with slow and thin hairregrowth at the temples despite using Minoxidil for six months, along with dermastamping, oiling, vitamins, and exercise. They are seeking advice on why vellus hairs are not thickening.
A user's hairregrowth journey involved a hair transplant and using RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil, with side effects managed by other medications.
Microneedling may enhance hairregrowth by transferring stem cells to dormant follicles, improving the effects of minoxidil. Users discuss using microneedling with needle lengths around 1.5mm to stimulate hair growth.