The user shared their 3-month progress using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mg dutasteride, 5mg biotin, and a saw palmetto, green coffee, and menthol shampoo, reporting no hair shedding and some unwanted hair growth on the beard and back. They recommend starting with finasteride or dutasteride, especially for those under 18, and noted no side effects from their treatment.
A user ordered a topical dutasteride gel with tretinoin for hair loss after unsatisfactory results with minoxidil and finasteride. Another user shared their experience with the same product, noting its pleasant smell and feel but difficulty in application and uncertainty about its absorption and frequency of use.
A 21-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, considering adding oral minoxidil. They are unsure if the condition is androgenetic alopecia (AGA) or telogen effluvium (TE) and are advised to continue treatments and get a blood test.
The user is experiencing aggressive diffuse thinning despite using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice, microneedling, and Nizoral for seborrheic dermatitis. They are considering switching to dutasteride or RU58841 but are advised to seek a second opinion to determine the cause of hair loss.
The user started oral minoxidil, finasteride, and later switched to dutasteride, also using Nutrafol, dermastamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, but experienced increased thinning with little regrowth. Others advised patience, suggesting it takes 6-18 months to see results, and noted that initial thinning is normal when switching treatments.
A user shared their experience with oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, taking 7.5mg of minoxidil and experiencing excessive hair growth all over their body without major side effects. Some users suggested lower doses for safety, while others shared their own experiences with hair growth in different areas and side effects.
A user is experiencing temple hair recession and is seeking alternatives to finasteride. They are considering castor oil, coconut oil, and derma rolling, and have seen some improvement with Zenegen.
Volunteers using finasteride and minoxidil are needed to test if intense calf raises increase hair shedding. The goal is to see if overexertion of leg muscles affects hair loss.
A 22-year-old is using a hair loss treatment protocol including dutasteride, microneedling, 10% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical, a healthy diet, and a hair multivitamin. Users discuss the effectiveness of microneedling and the intensity of the treatment.
Dutasteride may not be effective for everyone due to underlying issues, suggesting scalp biopsies for further diagnosis. Users discuss using higher doses of dutasteride, topical treatments, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for hair loss management.
A user describes using a Dermastamp for microneedling their scalp, noting a crunching sound when pressing it firmly. Another user suggests the crunching might be from breaking up scalp calcification.
A user is seeking a brush for dry, thick hair that can effectively stimulate the scalp and distribute natural oils. Another user recommends a "wet" brand detangling brush that works well for their coarse, dry hair and helps distribute argan oil to the scalp.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness and potential side effects of using a minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin combination pill for hair loss, comparing half-dose (0.55mg Fin, 2.5mg Min, 0.5mg Biotin) to full-dose (1.1mg Fin, 5mg Min, 1mg Biotin). The user is considering whether to increase to a full dose after starting with a half dose.
Formula 82M, a minoxidil and retinol liquid, improved hair texture and filled in temples with baby hairs for the user, but its high cost and lack of reviews cause concern. Another user mentioned using a similar product, 82F, which has become less effective and expensive over time.
A 28-year-old shared his 2-year hair loss treatment progress using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and Revita shampoo. He saw significant improvement, especially with minoxidil and dermarolling, and stressed consistency.
The user is experimenting with a zinc sulfate and B6 topical solution called "Zix" for hair loss, alongside using a zinc oxide scalp mask and low-level laser therapy (LLLT). They report minimal hair loss after three months of use and are seeking feedback from others who have tried similar treatments.
Kintor Pharma completed patient enrollment for a Phase II trial in China for GT20029, a potential new treatment for hair loss. Some believe GT20029 could replace finasteride if effective, while others discuss finasteride's limited efficacy and potential underreported side effects.
The user has been using topical minoxidil 5% for five and a half months, multivitamins with zinc for three months, and triamcinolone for almost two weeks to address hair loss. They are considering starting finasteride at age 18 and are unsure about hair regrowth progress.
A user shared their 100-day progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for hair loss, noting no side effects but uncertain results. Others suggested continuing the treatment for a year, possibly adding oral minoxidil, and considering a hair transplant for better results.
Using dermaneedling or dermapen for hair loss while managing seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff. Treatments mentioned include ketoconazole, peppermint and jojoba oil, and rubbing alcohol.
After a year of using finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and derma stamping, the user experienced significant hair regrowth and increased hair density, despite an initial shedding phase. The user attributes the success to consistency and patience, noting that derma stamping significantly boosted regrowth speed and quality.
A user's progress with using Minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling to treat hair loss; another user mentioned a Japanese study that found better results for hairy individuals on finasteride.
The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with hair regrowth using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling after 2.5 months, noting initial shedding but improved hair density, especially at the temples, possibly eliminating the need for a hair transplant. The user is satisfied with the current treatment and is hesitant to try the experimental drug RU58841, hoping the current routine will suffice for further improvements.
Automatic-Law-3612's progress with hair loss treatments, including topical finasteride, topical dutasteride, minoxidil and pyrilutamide. They have been using these products for two weeks and noticed baby hairs in their temples getting longer.
The user is experiencing hair shedding while using finasteride and topical minoxidil with tretinoin, keto shampoo, and dermarolling. They hope the shedding indicates future hair regrowth.
Jericho1017 shared their hair regrowth results after nearly 3 years using 1mg finasteride and 10,000mcg biotin daily, with noticeable improvement after 1.5 years and no significant side effects except for watery semen. Some users suggested adding minoxidil and microneedling to improve results, but Jericho1017 is currently content with their progress and not looking to add more treatments.
User "cheekykevin" shared 15-week progress using minoxidil and dermarolling, with positive results. Others suggested using ketoconazole for dandruff side effect.
The user has low testosterone and DHT levels and is considering taking finasteride for Norwood 2 hair loss with diffuse thinning. They are seeking advice on whether low DHT indicates high sensitivity to DHT in the scalp and opinions on their lab values.
Microneedling is discussed as a method to improve hair growth, with users sharing their experiences and results using different needle depths and frequencies. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto supplements.