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      community Not smoking/vaping made a world of difference

      in Treatment  15 upvotes 5 years ago
      Quitting smoking and vaping, along with taking spirulina, improved hair thickness for some users. Others noted that smoking, vaping, and drinking may contribute to hair thinning.

      community 6 months on the sauce- Min,Fin,DR

      in Progress Pictures  633 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's successful 6-month journey with Minoxidil, Finasteride and 0.05 Derma Rolling to regain their hairline, eyebrows, facial hair and overall youthful look. They also discussed the use of topical minoxidil for eyebrow thickening, as well as other skincare routines and healthy lifestyle habits.

      community Stimulate hair growth- without minoxidil

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is seeking alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth, currently using 0.1% topical finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include microneedling, red light therapy, rosemary oil, and other topical treatments like cetirizine, Stemoxydine, and Latanoprost.

      community Flax seed gel?

      in Question  2 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using flax seed gel to control hair loss. Users also mention treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Has rosemary water worked for anyone?

      in Female  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      Rosemary water's effectiveness for hair growth is debated, with some users suggesting medications like minoxidil combined with tretinoin for better results. Others argue rosemary oil may work with continuous use, but evidence is questioned.

      community Topical Vitamin C trials for hair loss?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      Topical high-dose vitamin C is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss due to its ability to inhibit DHT and reduce histamine. Some users express skepticism about its effectiveness compared to treatments like finasteride.

      community Study: Peppermint oil more effective than minoxidil, thoughts?

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a claim that peppermint oil is more effective than minoxidil for hair loss, with one user mentioning using a mix of peppermint and rosemary oils as a treatment. Some users are skeptical, while others show interest in the potential of peppermint oil.

      community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.

      community Rosemary Oil and Coconut oil Mix

      in Product  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      Mixing rosemary oil and coconut oil for scalp application is discussed, with some users suggesting it may not be effective for hair regrowth compared to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Others mention that rosemary oil might have some benefits similar to minoxidil, but not as effective as pharmaceuticals.

      community Looking for the new RU58841 source in EU

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is seeking a new source for RU58841 in the EU after their previous supplier stopped selling it. They mention considering Anagen, Actifolic, Minoxidilmax, and rudirect, and are using a treatment mixing RU58841 with Stemoxydine and Alfatradiol.

      community Looking for the new RU58841 source in EU

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is seeking a new source for RU58841 in the EU after their previous supplier stopped selling it. They mention considering Anagen, Actifolic, Minoxidilmax, and rudirect, and are using a treatment mixing RU58841 with Stemoxydine and Alfatradiol.

      community Extreme growth from only vitamins!

      in Update  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after improving their diet, getting sunlight, taking a multivitamin, and exercising, following a period of extreme calorie restriction and hair shedding. Others in the conversation attribute the hair regrowth to increased calorie intake rather than just vitamins.

      community 58M: Nizoral Stopped Working for Scalp Itching, Alternatives?

      in General  100 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 58-year-old uses finasteride for hair loss and has tried various shampoos, finding Equate T-gel effective for controlling itching. Nizoral was previously effective but no longer works, and DermaKB hasn't been used long enough to assess its effectiveness.

      community hair loss treatment myths that perplex me

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Grapefruit juice doesn't significantly affect finasteride or dutasteride. Drinking topical minoxidil is risky; saw palmetto is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss.

      community Do you know something about Capilia Longa?

      in Product  2 upvotes 5 years ago
      Capilia Longa is considered as an alternative to Minoxidil for beard growth, with some users reporting positive results. However, concerns exist about its effectiveness and high cost, especially for scalp use.

      community extreme hair growth on hairline and temples , no drugs

       7 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user experienced extreme hair growth on their hairline and temples using natural remedies like onion juice, nail rubbing, more veggies and fruits, less carbs, jojoba oil, and dermarolling. They did not use Minoxidil, finasteride, or any prescription drugs.

      community Oral Minoxidil Changes to Vellus Hair

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person in their early 30s has been using finasteride for about 10 years and recently started oral minoxidil, vitamin chewables, and dermarolling to address hair loss. They noticed pigmented vellus hairs and potential regrowth, questioning if oral minoxidil is more effective than topical due to enzyme differences.

      community A small tip for diffuse thinners

      in Product  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user with diffuse thinning shares a tip for improving hair appearance by using a shea butter and coconut oil serum from Trader Joe's at night. They are on finasteride and considering adding minoxidil for better results.

      community Going to start the sulforaphane experiment

      in Treatment  19 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, and their negative side effects. They outlined a new treatment plan involving microneedling, various supplements, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with plans to document progress over three months. Another user responded, indicating their own similar efforts were a waste of money.

      community Hair re-growth in anorexia recovery

      in Female  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Adequate nourishment and hormone replenishment helped with hair regrowth. Vegamour and Novo blends hair vitamins were also used but likely not effective alone.

      community Genuine Minoxidil Sanity Check-Tiktok Shops

      in Minoxidil  187 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user bought Kirkland Minoxidil from a TikTok shop and sought confirmation of its authenticity through a bleach test, which some users warned could be dangerous. Many participants advised against buying from TikTok due to the risk of fakes, suggesting alternatives like buying from Costco or reputable online pharmacies.

      community Kirkland Minoxidil 5% Foam Canada Issue

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Kirkland Minoxidil 5% Foam is either sold out or very expensive, leading to frustration over limited options without propylene glycol. Alternatives like Rogaine and Foligain are discussed, with varying prices and ingredient differences.