A user's hair loss progress after 4 months of using a topical fin and min mix, with responses from other users about their experience with the same treatments.
A user has been using Topical Finasteride and Minoxidil for 10 months but continues to shed over 200 hairs daily, with minimal improvement. They are seeking advice on whether increasing the finasteride dose might help.
A user shared their 14-day recovery progress after a 3450 graft FUE hair transplant in Turkey, noting faster healing possibly due to hydrolyzed collagen supplements. They asked if others had similar experiences with or without such supplements.
A 19-year-old with NW2-2.5 hair loss is starting finasteride soon, considering low dosages of 0.25mg daily or 0.5mg 3-5 times a week. They are also using derma stamping, ketoconazole shampoo, ACV washes, and various oils to maintain hair quality and reduce scalp itch.
A user shared their experience with a second hair transplant by Dr. Gokhan Gur, focusing on the midscalp and crown with 1849 grafts. Their current treatment includes dutasteride, finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo.
An 18-year-old noticed significant hairline recession and is concerned about further hair loss. They plan to improve their lifestyle and are advised to use finasteride and minoxidil and consult a dermatologist.
A 24-year-old has been using Minoxidil and finasteride for 1.5 years with mild improvement but is being rejected for hair transplants due to age and diffuse thinning. They are seeking advice on what to do next.
A 48-year-old who had been thinning since 25 and reached NW4-5 baldness saw no improvement with 1mg/day finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice a day after 8 months. After copying another person's routine, they now use 0.5mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, daily microneedling with 0.5mm and 1mm once a week, and apply minoxidil twice daily, resulting in baby hairs on their bald spot and temples after three months.
Han Bio plans to start clinical trials for a new hair multiplication technology this year, which could significantly reduce the cost and time of hair transplantation. The technology uses a single hair strand to cultivate enough cells for 30,000 hair strands.
The conversation discusses the scalp tension theory as a potential factor in hair loss, alongside DHT, inflammation, and other mechanisms. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and botox injections, with some users exploring additional methods due to varying effectiveness.
The user is considering starting minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss at Norwood 2 or 2.5. Another user suggests consulting a dermatologist and possibly using finasteride to prevent progression and minoxidil for regrowth, with dutasteride as an alternative.
A 38-year-old male with stress-induced Telogen Effluvium is seeking advice on using oral finasteride and minoxidil, as well as vitamin regimens, for hair loss. He is considering these treatments after a dermatologist ruled out male pattern baldness and prescribed ketoconazole shampoo.
The user shared progress pictures of hair loss treatment using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, expressing hope for recovery after an 8-9 month break. They seek advice on restarting treatment and are optimistic about regaining previous results.
The conversation is about the struggles of dealing with diffuse thinning at a young age and the lack of significant improvement after using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some suggest additional methods like derma rolling, microneedling, and hair fibers, while others share their own experiences and encourage persistence with treatment.
A 22-year-old is experiencing a receding hairline and has started using minoxidil and finasteride. They are considering using Jamaican black castor oil and are seeking advice on application and dosage, while also exploring microneedling and scalp massaging for hair regrowth.
User "hemantch" shares 5 months progress using topical Fin, Min, topical Dut, and a laser cap for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noticed after 1 month, and the treatments worked well despite being bald for 10 years.
The conversation discusses a year-long hair loss treatment from February 28, 2022, to February 28, 2023, which included daily oral finasteride (1mg), biotin supplements, and the Curly Girl Method. Progress pictures were shared to show the results.
A user switched from topical to oral finasteride and is seeking additional topical treatments for hair growth besides minoxidil. They are aware of stemoxydine and caffeine solutions and are asking for more recommendations.
A 26-year-old male considering a hair transplant is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, planning to start feminizing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and spironolactone. Many suggest waiting to see the effects of HRT, which may significantly regrow hair, before deciding on a transplant, and recommend adding microneedling and possibly switching to oral treatments for better results.
Trans woman experiencing thinning hair despite low testosterone and finasteride use seeks possible causes and solutions. Current treatments include finasteride, spironolactone, estradiol, vitamins, and microneedling; minoxidil not tried due to concerns about dependence and side effects.
Microneedling and ketoconazole alone are not effective for female pattern baldness. They are best used as complementary treatments alongside other medications like finasteride, spironolactone, or dutasteride.
The user has seen positive results after 16 months of using topical Finasteride/Minoxidil, microneedling weekly, and Tretinoin for hair loss. There are no reported side effects, and the user advises that the effectiveness of microneedling depends on the pressure applied.
Intermittent fasting may inhibit hair growth by triggering a stress response that affects hair-follicle stem cells. Some users believe genetics and DHT play a larger role in hair loss, and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are mentioned as ineffective for some.
Minoxidil helped with temple regrowth, and finasteride improved overall hair appearance and stopped further hair loss. Minoxidil was also applied to eyebrows and eyelids, with noticeable gains, but was stopped on the beard due to bloating.
A user reports hair regrowth after 8 months using treatments including topical Minoxidil/Finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, Pyrilutamide, GHK-Cu/Min topical, and supplements like fish collagen peptides, zinc, and vitamin D3. They've seen progress but slower regrowth in the midsection of the scalp and are seeking advice to improve it.
Nutrafol, a hair loss supplement, has limited and potentially biased research, with one study showing a 10% increase in hair count for women after 6 months but no significant results for men. The user concludes that cheaper, well-studied options like minoxidil may be more effective, especially for men, given the lack of evidence supporting Nutrafol.
A person shared their 4-year struggle with hair loss, including a hair transplant, side effects from hair loss medications, and other health issues. They are considering using topical Finasteride with Minoxidil and seeking advice on whether it's a good idea.
The user experienced noticeable hair thickening and new growth after two months using a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride. Continued improvement is expected, with potential for a full head of hair after further treatment and possibly a transplant.
The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and RU58841, despite initial shedding. They also transitioned from finasteride to dutasteride and addressed scalp issues with a folliculitis shampoo.
A 23-year-old has been using minoxidil for 1.6 years, finasteride for 1 year, and ketoconazole shampoo, along with biotin, to treat hair loss. They noticed baby hairs and a fuller hairline but seek further improvement, especially in the temple areas, and are considering adding rosemary oil and a dermastamp.