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      community nutrafol actually working somehow??

      in Update  19 upvotes 2 years 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 Oral minoxidil vs Topical Minoxidil w/ Retinoic acid

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      Topical minoxidil with retinoic acid is effective but causes scalp irritation, leading the user to consider switching to 2.5mg oral minoxidil. Oral minoxidil may cause body hair growth and heart-related side effects, so it's advised to use it under medical guidance.

      community Which retinoid for better min absorption?

      in Product  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      User is on vacation in Greece and wants to buy tretinoin or isotretinoin to improve Minoxidil absorption. They are considering isotretinoin since it is available over-the-counter in Greece but requires a prescription back home.

      community MinoxiBoost - SULT1A1 Enzyme booster journey

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has tried topical Minoxidil and oral Minoxidil for beard and scalp hair growth with minimal results, and has been on Finasteride for 7 months with stabilized scalp hair but no facial hair improvement. They are considering using a SULT1A1 enzyme booster to enhance results and are questioning its effectiveness without concurrent topical Minoxidil application.

      community Hairline Progress 24M - 4 month report. 5% min 1x/day, 1mg Fin every other day, 0.5mm microneedle 1x/week. Biotin and multivitamins too. Pretty stoked with the results!

      in Progress Pictures  88 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 24-year-old man shared his 4-month hair regrowth progress using 5% Minoxidil once daily, 1mg Finasteride every other day, weekly 0.5mm microneedling, Biotin, and multivitamins. Commenters suggest adding Tretinoin could enhance results, while others express happiness for his improvement.

      community Topical Dutasteride Options

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user is using a topical dutasteride/minoxidil/tretinoin gel for hair thinning and has had a positive experience with no side effects. They also mention considering another product, Formula82D, after having decent results with Formula82F.

      community 33 M - one year on 0,5 tret + 5% min

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 33-year-old man used Minoxidil 5% and Tretinoin 0.05% for a year to address hair thinning and receding hairline, resulting in new "baby hairs" filling in thin spots. He applies Tretinoin first, lets it dry, then applies Minoxidil, and notes that consistent use is necessary to maintain results.

      community Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.

      community Why isn’t oral minoxidil enough for me?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user takes 5mg oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical tretinoin, stemoxydine, topical minoxidil, and uses dermarolling for hair loss but sees less impressive, patchy regrowth compared to others. Another person suggests some online results may be enhanced with hair fibers, not just medication.

      community Minoxidil: Sulfotransferase Enzyme booster AVAILABLE NOW

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A new product, Minoxidil booster, which enhances sulfotransferase enzyme activity in the scalp, is now available. The user has started using this product, applied before Minoxidil, to improve their hair loss treatment results.

      community Early impressions Rootique Dou + Ulo low dose finasteride

      in Technology  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shares their positive experience using the Rootique Dou applicator with 0.005% finasteride, noting it effectively delivers the product without greasiness and helps with hair regrowth without side effects. Another user reports regrowth using low-dose finasteride from ULO, while avoiding tretinoin due to skin irritation.

      community 2nd Edit: 33m. One year on 5%Min + 0.5% Tret

      in Progress Pictures  52 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 33-year-old man shares his one-year progress using 5% Minoxidil and 0.5% Tretinoin cream, along with derma stamping and specific shampoos, to combat hair thinning and promote hair growth. He avoids using finasteride or dutasteride, despite suggestions from others to try them for long-term maintenance.

      community Derm suggesting oral fin at 17 (turning 18 soon) after long-term minoxidil — advice?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 17-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using 5% topical minoxidil, 0.05% tretinoin, and oral minoxidil, and is considering starting oral finasteride after a dermatologist suggested a hair growth spray with Capixyl, Redensyl, Anagain, and Saw Palmetto. Users advise caution with finasteride at a young age, suggesting starting with topical finasteride and consulting an endocrinologist.

      community Im at the airport right now and have to apply minoxidil

      in Chat  78 upvotes 4 months ago
      A person was concerned about applying minoxidil and tretinoin in a public airport bathroom, fearing judgment from others. Most responses reassured them that no one cares, suggesting they apply it in a stall or skip a dose without worry.

      community Influencers and their recommendations

      in Satire  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      Bryan Johnson uses Dutasteride, Latanoprost, Minoxidil with Tretinoin, and other unproven treatments, while Derek uses Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral, RU58841, and Castor Oil. Kevin uses Finasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, and Alfatradiol, but is against Nizoral and microneedling, preferring Tretinoin for absorption.

      community Got a crazy shred again 3 months after starting daily microneedling

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss after switching to daily microneedling and stopping tretinoin, while continuing oral finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments. The consensus suggests daily microneedling is excessive and harmful, recommending less frequent sessions to allow healing.

      community 96 days on oral min/fin progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  268 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride daily for 96 days and has noticed progress in hair regrowth, particularly on the crown. Suggestions include continuing the treatment, adding micro-needling, and possibly using tretinoin and dutasteride.

      community 7 month progress check-in (fin/min)

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 19-year-old is using minoxidil, finasteride, tretinoin, caffeine, and oils for hair regrowth, with positive results and no side effects. They are considering increasing finasteride dosage and possibly switching to dutasteride in the future.

      community Is Retinol effective by itself?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      Retinol is not effective alone for hair loss; tretinoin is more potent and sometimes mixed with minoxidil. Retinoids do not stop hair loss, and finasteride or dutasteride is necessary for that.

      community Minoxidil works only with Retinoic acid

      in Minoxidil  317 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil is more effective when combined with retinoic acid, such as tretinoin or tazarotene, enhancing hair growth. Some users experience significant regrowth, while others see minimal effects or side effects.

      community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.

      community Could topical min work if oral min didn’t?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about whether topical Minoxidil could be effective for hair loss if oral Minoxidil did not work, considering the addition of microneedling and tretinoin. The user has tried oral Minoxidil for over a year without results and is seeking advice on alternative treatments.

      community Been battling for 4+ years and still getting worse

      in Chat 2 years ago
      The user has been experiencing hair loss for over 5 years and is currently using a topical treatment of finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, along with derma rolling and a hair growth oil. They have previously tried oral finasteride, pyrithione zinc, RU58841, and dutasteride, but are seeking advice on whether to retry dutasteride or find a more reliable source for RU58841 due to ongoing hair density loss.