Melatonin at a 0.0033% concentration shows results for hair loss when used topically. A user is discussing how to replicate this by adding 2mg of Melatonin to 60ml of Minoxidilsolution.
After 12 years of success with oral finasteride and topicalminoxidil, the user is experiencing hair thinning and scalp discomfort. They are considering options like switching to oral minoxidil, adding dutasteride, or using ketoconazole shampoo, topical caffeine, rosemary serum, and supplements.
New hair growth from minoxidil and finasteride is not reaching full length, possibly due to slow growth cycles. Users discuss dosing strategies for oral minoxidil to improve efficacy and minimize side effects, with advice against consuming topicalminoxidil orally.
The user is using topical dutasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone for hair loss, with positive results after adding spironolactone. Another user takes oral spironolactone, dutasteride, and finasteride, noting decreased libido but no major side effects.
A 35-year-old male uses topicalminoxidil, spironolactone, and microneedling for hair loss, with spironolactone prescribed based on a DNA test indicating poor response to finasteride and dutasteride. Despite concerns about the test's validity and spironolactone's side effects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.
A 21-year-old has been using finasteride for 11 months and minoxidil for 4 months to combat hair loss, experiencing significant improvement and regrowth. The user applies 1mg of finasteride daily and 5% topicalminoxidil twice a day, noting that both treatments have contributed to the progress.
The conversation discusses using different concentrations of topical treatments for hair loss, specifically Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Tretinoin. The user is considering higher concentrations after previous treatments were ineffective.
A physician experienced hair thickening and new growth using microneedling and minoxidil, but stopped using topicalfinasteride due to side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. The physician plans to continue with microneedling and minoxidil, considering finasteride nonessential for cosmetic purposes.
The user is using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and Nizoral shampoo for hair regrowth, noticing some improvement. They are considering increasing the dosage and exploring alternatives to topicalminoxidil/finasteride due to concerns about toxicity to cats.
A user's two-year progress using 1mg of oral finasteride daily and twice daily application of 5% minoxidilsolution for hair loss. The user experienced temporary side effects but is pleased with the results, and another user warns about the importance of consistent use for maintaining results.
User shared 1-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with positive results. Another user discussed their own experience, considering switching from topical to oral minoxidil.
A 22-year-old is experiencing hairline recession after switching from topical to oral finasteride, despite using minoxidil. They are considering returning to topicalfinasteride or trying dutasteride for better 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% topicalfinasteride concentration.
A 38-year-old woman has been using oral Dutasteride for a year without improvement and is now adding a topicalsolution containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Tretinoin, Ketoconazole, and Hydrocortisone. She is seeking advice on whether switching from oral to topical Dutasteride could prevent hair shedding.
The conversation is about a user's progress in treating diffuse hair thinning using a topical regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, saw palmetto, collagen, and vitamins, along with lifestyle changes. The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride for potentially better results.
The conversation discusses the use of topicalminoxidil for hair loss, with the original poster sharing positive results after three months of use without finasteride. Many users suggest adding finasteride to maintain gains, while others share their experiences and concerns about side effects and application methods.
A 20-year-old shared progress pictures after 4 months on finasteride and 5% topicalminoxidil, showing significant hair regrowth. Users discussed their experiences with similar treatments, side effects, and application routines.
A user shared progress pictures after 6 months of using a topical treatment with 6% Minoxidil and 0.3% Finasteride, showing improved hair density. Other users encouraged the progress and suggested adding a derma stamp for better results.
The post and conversation are about a user's successful regrowth of hair using topicalminoxidil and rosemary shampoo. Other users discuss the potential limitations of minoxidil and recommend using finasteride to maintain hair growth.
Exploring hair loss treatments, with a focus on Finasteride and RU58841 as well as other topicalsolutions like stemoxydine 5%. The user found that they were sensitive to both oral and topicalfinasteride, but remain optimistic about finding the right treatment.
A 21-year-old male experienced side effects from topicalfinasteride and is seeking alternative treatments to maintain hair until Breezula is available. He is considering using minoxidil, Nizoral, micro-needling, and vitamin D supplementation, and may try CB or RU58841 if necessary.
The conversation is about someone's positive results after one month using RU58841 and minoxidil 5% once a day for hair loss. RU58841 is a topicalsolution that prevents DHT hormone from binding to hair follicles.
A user proposed an alternative hair loss treatment stack using topical caffeine, copper, microneedling, and red light as a natural option for those experiencing side effects from finasteride or minoxidil. Other users expressed skepticism, emphasizing that finasteride and minoxidil remain the most effective treatments, while the proposed alternatives are unlikely to provide long-term results.
A 27-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia has been using finasteride, topicalminoxidil, and microneedling for over six months to stabilize hair loss and prepare for a potential hair transplant. While some users suggest switching to dutasteride and increasing minoxidil usage, others note minimal progress, with some hair stabilization but concerns about thinning at the crown.
Minoxidil is unlikely to cause skin aging at typical doses, and concerns about collagen inhibition are mostly unfounded. Users suggest using sunscreen and tretinoin for skin health, and some combine minoxidil with finasteride for hair maintenance.
The user is using 1mg oral finasteride, 1.25mg oral minoxidil nightly, and ketoconazole shampoo weekly for hair loss, reporting no side effects. They self-prescribed after inconsistent use of topicalminoxidil, using Lonitab from Intas pharmaceutical.
The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth after one year on finasteride and is considering adding topicalminoxidil for further improvement. They have not experienced significant side effects and are advised to continue with finasteride and possibly add minoxidil instead of switching to dutasteride.
A 25-year-old male experiencing hair loss and thinning since age 20 is seeking advice on effective DHT inhibitors. He lists various oral and topical treatments, excluding Minoxidil due to adverse effects.
Oral minoxidil may cause dry skin and dark eye bags but doesn't significantly age the skin. Topicalminoxidil is toxic to cats, and some users prefer finasteride.
The user has maintained hair thickness using oral finasteride and minoxidil for four years, with suggestions to consider dutasteride or a hair transplant for further improvement. Some users recommend trying topicalminoxidil with tretinoin or increasing the oral minoxidil dose for better results.