A user is seeking recommendations for a minoxidil and tretinoin topicalsolution, including dosage and purchase locations in the US. They are looking for effective hair loss treatments.
The user uses 1mg fin every other day, a topicalsolution of 5% min + 0.1% fin nightly, and seeks advice on oils for hair growth. Replies suggest oils are ineffective and recommend sticking with fin and min treatments.
A man in his 40s treating his slow balding with a daily regimen of 2.5% spironolactone topicalsolution and Piroctone Olamine Shampoo. Despite initial hair shedding, he experienced no side effects and plans to continue the treatment for at least a year.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Minoxidil (Min) for hair loss treatment. It concludes that applying a 5% solution once daily is sufficient, and applying it twice daily doesn't provide much more benefit. However, if a higher concentration is beneficial, it can be achieved by more frequent application.
The conversation discusses using topical melatonin as a treatment for hair loss, with one person considering adding it to their minoxidil solution and another sharing their experience of no hair shedding, possibly due to melatonin.
Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.
New potential hair loss treatment uses molecules from hairy moles to stimulate follicle growth. Topicalsolution requires less frequent application, like Botox injections a few times per year.
Setipiprant may help with hair maintenance but is not a guaranteed solution for everyone. Other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and topical spironolactone are discussed, with varying opinions on their effectiveness.
The conversation discusses the potential of using topical estrogen treatments for hair loss without systemic absorption, highlighting challenges and possible solutions like using estriol. It also mentions other treatments like topical finasteride, microneedling, and scalp massage, while noting the limitations and side effects of current options.
The user reported healthier, firmer, and thicker hair follicles with minimal regrowth at the front after using Regenera Activa, topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, caffeine solution, and vitamin D supplements. Hair loss has stabilized with no side effects.
OP is considering using Stemoxydine or the Ordinary Multi Peptide Hair Serum as a carrier for topical finasteride, avoiding minoxidil due to palpitations. They plan to crush finasteride pills into a 30 ml solution.
After 7 months of a hair transplant, the user is experiencing significant hair loss despite using a minoxidil and finasteride topicalsolution daily. Losing around 100 hairs daily might be normal, but if it persists, other causes should be considered.
A 21-year-old male experiencing hair thinning and shedding was diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia and prescribed a topicalsolution containing 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, multivitamins, and 0.5mg dutasteride daily. He seeks confirmation on whether this prescription is typical for his condition.
The user underwent three hair transplants over five years, totaling 6,500 grafts, and uses a topicalsolution with minoxidil and finasteride. The procedures were performed at Medikliniek in Amsterdam, with some donor hair taken from the beard during the last surgery.
The user experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a DIY topicalsolution, then to Essegen F. They noticed increased hair shedding with the topical finasteride and are concerned about its normalcy and duration.
A user started using homemade topical finasteride with PG-free liquid minoxidil for hair loss. They noticed the solution became milky with floaters and asked if it needed filtering.
The conversation discusses a last-resort hair loss treatment combining topical finasteride, minoxidil, melatonin, and progesterone, with claims that topical finasteride can inhibit up to 52% of scalp DHT. One reply clarifies that progesterone is not an anti-androgen but has anti-androgenic properties because it competes with androgens for receptors.
A user shared their hair loss treatment which includes a custom solution with multiple ingredients, caffeine liquid, and saw palmetto, and mentioned shedding after 40 days of use. Some replies discuss the effectiveness and cost of the treatment, while others debate the usefulness of topical dutasteride.
Using topical finasteride 0.1%, minoxidil 5%, and melatonin for 7 months reduced hair loss significantly, with increased libido and decreased stress tolerance. The user applies the solution once daily, uses nizoral twice weekly, and takes vitamin D and ZMA supplements.
A new product, a retinoic acid solution (0.3%), is available to enhance minoxidil products like Rogaine and Kirkland by converting them into a tretinoin-containing solution for improved hair loss treatment. One unit of the product is enough for a year's supply.
A 22-year-old male has been experiencing widespread hair loss for over four years, including pain and significant shedding. Treatments tried include ketoconazole shampoo, fluocinonide topicalsolution, biotin, ACV, and dry shampoo, but none have been effective.
A 30-year-old man shares his positive experience with a topicalsolution containing 0.1% finasteride, 7.5% minoxidil, tretinoin, caffeine, and fluocinolone acetonide after experiencing side effects from oral finasteride and no results from 5% minoxidil. He reports noticeable hair growth in two months with minimal side effects, attributing success to the new topical combination.
A 24-year-old male is using topical finasteride 0.1% with minoxidil 5% and oral finasteride 1 mg to treat hair loss but is experiencing scalp flaking from the topicalsolution. He is considering switching to a minoxidil foam without propylene glycol and continuing oral finasteride due to its effectiveness.
The user is applying 0.4 mg of finasteride and 4 mg of minoxidil daily through a topicalsolution. This corresponds to a specific dosage analysis for hair loss treatment.
The conversation discusses using topical finasteride (0.25% gel) and minoxidil (5% foam) for hair loss, with users sharing experiences about application methods, microneedling, and results. Some users have switched to oral finasteride for convenience and cost-effectiveness, while others discuss the greasy nature of the topicalsolution.
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 user has been on a hair loss treatment for 3 months, taking oral Minoxidil and using a topicalsolution with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Tretinoin, as well as using a Dermapen for better absorption, with no side effects except hair growth. They switched to topical Finasteride due to side effects from oral Finasteride in the past.
A user shared a 17-month update on their hair loss treatment, which included a hair transplant of 2300 grafts, using a topicalsolution of minoxidil and finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering another transplant and seeking honest feedback on their progress, while others share their own experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.
User has maintained hairline with minoxidil for 8 years but now seeks to add topical finasteride due to increased hair loss. They request advice on making a homemade finasteride solution, including ingredient recommendations and optimal percentages for ethanol and glycerin.
A user sought treatment for hair loss through Cortina Health, where they were prescribed a specific topicalsolution containing Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Retinoic Acid. They are unsure if this unique combination is better than generic products and are seeking advice on whether to trust Cortina Health.