OP is seeking recommendations for thickening tonics and decides to try Aveda thickening tonic after a suggestion. Another user recommends hair powder as an alternative.
Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.
A user's concern with their hair thinning while using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which was switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil after 13 months. The conversation includes advice surrounding potential results, specific treatments used, and side effects.
A 34-year-old male started using 0.5mg finasteride daily and switched from topical to 2.5mg oral minoxidil two weeks ago. He noticed his hair looks thinner without noticeable shedding and is concerned about diffuse thinning.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair thickening after 3 months of using a topical treatment of 0.3/6% finasteride/minoxidil. They also maintained their hair health with 1% Nizoral twice a week and dermastamping every 1.5-2 weeks.
The conversation discusses an 8.5-month progress of using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss. People are complimenting the user on the significant improvement in hair thickness.
A 3-month update on a microneedling-only project to treat hair loss, which has not had significant results in terms of thicker hair but may have seen some acceleration in hair growth and an increase in vellus hairs. The user plans to continue the journey for 6 months before making any changes, such as adding minoxidil or finasteride.
The conversation discusses using Adenosine and caffeine, along with a multivitamin, for hair thickness and density. Another person suggests using finasteride and minoxidil.
A transgender woman experienced significant hair regrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hair regrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.
Microneedling on the vertex may require trimming hair to ensure needles reach the scalp effectively. Using a needle length of 1.0–1.5 mm is suggested, and longer hair might get damaged if not cut.
A 25-year-old MtF individual has been using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and MtF HRT to treat androgenic alopecia, resulting in significant hair regrowth. However, the regrown hairs remain thin and short, and they seek advice on how to make these hairs longer and thicker.
The user has been using finasteride for over two years with mixed results and is considering starting dutasteride and oral minoxidil, though both are hard to obtain. They are also contemplating a hair transplant in the future due to diffuse thinning.
The conversation discusses experimenting with microneedling for hair loss, with OP considering using a 3mm derma-stamp. Other users advise against going beyond 1.5mm to avoid damage.
The user has been using 1 mg finasteride for three months and recently started using 5% minoxidil once daily, resulting in new vellus hair growth. The user is hopeful that minoxidil will positively impact terminal hairs and is considering adding a derma stamp to the routine.
People discuss using various shampoos and conditioners to make hair look thicker, mentioning products like Nizoral, Redken, Nioxin, hims thick fix, and purador. Some users highlight ingredients like Redensyl and Baicapil, while others note that shampoos and conditioners aid in hair care but not in hair growth.
Microneedling at depths greater than 0.6 mm may damage miniaturized hair follicles, with 0.5 mm showing better results for hair regrowth. Combining microneedling with minoxidil enhances absorption, but caution is advised to avoid damaging follicles.
Peppermint oil may increase hair thickness more effectively than minoxidil, but its effects are mostly studied in animals. Users report mixed results, with some seeing no regrowth and others noting slight improvements when combined with other treatments.
A user recommends a biotin collagen shampoo for making hair appear thicker and feeling nice. Another user mentions using a similar product with argan oil from Walmart.
A user with diffuse thinning recommends a root cover-up spray as a temporary, medication-free solution. They plan to consult a dermatologist for treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride while using the spray for special occasions.
Despite using finasteride and dutasteride for years, the user experienced continued hair thinning and is now visibly balding. They are considering trying minoxidil but are doubtful about its effectiveness.
After over a year of treatment with daily oral dutasteride and minoxidil, plus injected dutasteride every 6 months, the user is happy with the increased thickness of their hair and improved self-esteem, although scalp visibility remains. They encourage others to follow similar treatments for long-term hair maintenance.
Hair loss discussion includes homemade 15% Procyanidin B2 apple skin extract as alternative to Minoxidil. User reports thicker hair, but no new growth yet.
Three months into using Minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling, tretinoin, and saw palmetto shampoo, the user is seeing baby hairs on their hairline and is hopeful they will thicken. Another user reports that their own baby hairs have been getting thicker and longer over time.
The user has been using Dutasteride (Avodart) 0.5 mg since June 2023 to combat hair thinning, experiencing initial side effects but no significant hair regrowth. They seek advice on improving or thickening their hair further.
The conversation is about a transgender individual's experience with hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), expressing concern about the slow growth and thin appearance of their hair. Some responses encourage patience and highlight the variability of results, while others discuss the role of HRT and its effects.
A user with diffuse thinning noticed stubble-like hairs on their scalp after using 2% ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, castor oil, Vitamin D3, biotin, and iron supplements. They are unsure if this indicates regrowth or miniaturized hairs.
A male in his 30s is using 1.25 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice daily, collagen/biotin supplements, and weekly .5mm rolling. After six weeks, he notices his crown appears thicker and feels better, possibly due to placebo.
The conversation is about microneedling for hair loss. The conclusion is that there are differing opinions on the depth and frequency of microneedling, with some studies suggesting positive results with 1.5mm depth once a week, while others prefer lower depths and less frequent sessions.
The user is using a hair loss regimen involving 2ddr applied twice daily, tretinoin weekly, and occasionally micro-needling. They report feeling increased scalp thickness and seeing some hair growth progress.
Thin, short hairs often appear in areas of hair loss but may not grow fully despite treatments like finasteride. Some users consider additional treatments like microneedling or hair transplants.