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      community 3 month progress NW5 -- lost cause?

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is treating their advanced hair loss with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, hydrocortisone, stem cell serum, peptide serum, multivitamins, he shou wu tea, derma pen, argan oil, and a derma roller. Replies suggest it's too early to judge progress and recommend staying consistent, with one suggesting oral minoxidil as an additional option.

      community 211 days if scalp massage . Update!!

      in Chat  79 upvotes 2 months ago
      OP is using scalp massages, dermastamping, and rosemary oil for hair improvement, with mixed opinions on effectiveness. Some suggest lighting affects perceived results, while others recommend treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for better outcomes.

      community Is Topical Dutasteride best for preventative loss?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is considering using topical dutasteride to prevent hair loss progression from Norwood 1 to Norwood 2 at age 25, and is concerned about the long-term effectiveness and potential shedding from the treatment. They are currently using a shampoo with caffeine, rosemary, and saw palmetto, and have noticed hair thinning and changes since age 20.

      community Thoughts on this 2-deoxy-D-ribose Topical?

      in Treatment  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about skepticism towards a new hair loss treatment containing 2-deoxy-D-ribose, copper peptides, and exosomes, with concerns about the legitimacy of the product and its website. The treatment's effectiveness and authenticity are questioned due to lack of testing and transparency.

      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 3 month treatment progress pictures

      in Progress Pictures  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community Concerned About 5 mL Minoxidil Dose for Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a user concerned about a prescribed 5 mL daily dose of 5% minoxidil for seborrheic dermatitis and hair thinning, which seems excessive compared to the typical 2 mL recommendation. The user is advised to consult their dermatologist and consider additional treatments like ketoconazole and CBD+MCT.

      community How come topical finasteride even works at all?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  29 upvotes 7 months ago
      Topical finasteride can effectively reduce scalp DHT by targeting local enzymes, despite less systemic impact compared to oral forms. Combining oral dutasteride with topical finasteride and minoxidil may enhance hair loss prevention, though evidence of its effectiveness is limited.

      community Conversation with 3-4 top dermatologists - no consensus

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dermatologists have differing opinions on hair loss treatments, with some using topical dutasteride, oral minoxidil, exosome therapy, PRP, and various other therapies. The user plans to use a topical solution of dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, PRP, and LLLT.

      community Is Ketoconazole a big factor in preventing hairloss?

      in Ketoconazole  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo may help with scalp health and inflammation but is not a substitute for DHT blockers like finasteride. It is generally considered a minor addition to hair loss treatment, with varying opinions on its effectiveness.

      community I had a regression because I interrupted the treatment

      in Chat  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after stopping a treatment with vitamins, minoxidil (2.5mg), and dutasteride (0.5mg) for three months. They resumed the treatment 20 days ago and are hopeful for recovery, with no side effects reported.

      community Started Finasteride + Derma rolling

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user started finasteride and derma rolling for hair loss, later switching to wet cupping therapy. They experienced initial shedding but reported thicker, healthier hair over time, using natural hair wash methods like Amla, Reetha, and Shikakai.

      community M30, month 1 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old male is using a regimen of dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, tretinoin cream, and microneedling for hair regrowth. He reports no side effects and has noticed visual improvement after one month.

      community Switching between topical(10%) and oral(2.5mg)

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is considering switching between topical minoxidil (10%) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg) to manage hair shedding around the temples, while also using a dermaroller and biotin. They are concerned about the potential side effects of oral minoxidil, such as hypertrichosis, and the impact on hair shedding if they stop using it.

      community Minoxidil scalp irritation, is there any solution?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about managing scalp irritation caused by minoxidil use. Suggestions include switching to foam, using fluocinonide topical solution, trying lipogaine for sensitive skin, and considering low-dose oral minoxidil.

      community Redensyl (The Ordinary Serum)

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 6 years ago
      Redensyl, a hair loss treatment that has been claimed to be 80% more effective than minoxidil, but users have not experienced any results from using it.

      community Topical Dutasteride is Here.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  153 upvotes 5 years ago
      The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hair loss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effects and safety.

      community Am I the least responder here?

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user struggling with hair loss has been using treatments including Minoxidil, a hair serum, vitamin capsules, and Dutasteride as prescribed by a dermatologist. They're experiencing side effects from Dutasteride and are unsure about its effectiveness, but another user suggests they might be seeing improvement and advises trying a lower dose.

      community Is this Better Than Topical Minoxidil? Topical Diazoxide

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical diazoxide may be a promising hair regrowth treatment, especially for those who don't respond to minoxidil, as it activates potassium channels without needing sulfation. It appears safe for topical use, avoiding systemic effects seen in oral use.
      Any experiences with fin/dut alternatives?

      community Any experiences with fin/dut alternatives?

      in General  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is exploring alternatives to finasteride and dutasteride due to concerns about side effects, and is using rosemary and jojoba oil, ketoconazole, minoxidil, microneedling, multi-peptide serum, saw palmetto, and stinging nettle for hair loss. They are also considering CB 03 01 and spironolactone.

      community Discussion: Keratin Microsphere Results

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 2 years ago
      Keratin microspheres may offer additional mechanisms to combat hair loss compared to minoxidil. The process to create these microspheres is relatively simple and can be done at home with basic equipment.

      community Progress 1.5 years into my hair loss journey. Dut 0.5 every other day.

      in Progress Pictures  116 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using dutasteride, initially combined with minoxidil, noting significant improvement in hair thickness and hairline over 1.5 years. They stopped minoxidil due to its greasiness but continued with dutasteride every other day, experiencing manageable shedding and no serious side effects.

      community Train your forehead and scalp muscles

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      Training scalp muscles to absorb more DHT is suggested as a hair loss solution, but users debate its effectiveness compared to medications like dutasteride and finasteride. Concerns about side effects of DHT blockers, such as reduced libido, are discussed, with some advocating for natural remedies like scalp massages and healthy living.