A user who has been using the "Big 3" hair loss treatments (ketoconazole, minoxidil and finasteride) for 2-3 months and is hoping to see positive results. The other user commented that they look like a hyper responder and asked if they were using oral or topical fin/min.
Homelessness is humorously proposed as a solution to hair loss due to less grooming and stress. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are discussed, with genetics and lifestyle also considered important factors.
The conversation discusses potential causes of pigmentation around hair follicles, suggesting sebum buildup, autoimmune conditions, or dermatitis. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with a recommendation to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.
Asteride into your routine
In this conversation, the user Icy-Indication267 was asking when they should start finasteride to treat their hair loss, which had responded well to minoxidil after two months. Other users shared advice on incorporating micro-needling and topical finasteride into their routine for optimal results.
A user using finasteride and dutasteride to treat hair loss, but still losing hair rapidly after stopping minoxidil. Replies suggest that the user should try oral minoxidil or switch to dutasteride for better results.
A 28 year old man's 18-month journey to treat his hair loss with Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral and T/GEL. He experienced some side effects along the way, including translucent semen and scalp less oily.
A user traveled to Turkey for a 5000-graft FUE hair transplant at ASMED Clinic with Dr. Koray Erdogan. They used finasteride before and after the surgery and shared detailed experiences, costs, and recovery tips.
Fighting hair loss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or Hair Loss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.
The conversation discusses a successful hair regrowth treatment involving topical Minoxidil (5%), 1 mg Finasteride, Microneedling, and Biotin + Vitamin D supplements. The user shares their routine and receives positive feedback on the significant progress made in just three months.
A user reported no success with Minoxidil after a year but observed good regrowth after taking 5000 IU of vitaminD3 daily for 2.5 months. They are seeking opinions on whether they will see full regrowth and if others have had similar experiences.
The conversation discusses recommendations for VitaminD3 supplements for hair health. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Topical VitaminD3 may stimulate hair growth and has been used for Alopecia Areata. There is a question about the lack of research on its use for Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA).
Hair is growing faster after 2 weeks of using topical vitaminD3 in alcohol/oil. The user plans to continue the experiment for 3 months before giving a full review.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitamin D but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.
A user reported hair regrowth after taking D3vitamin pills and using anti-hair fall shampoo for four months. They were later advised to use 10% minoxidil, a hair spray, and a general vitamin pill containing iron, B9, and B12.
The user reports progress in hair regrowth using finasteride every other day, topical minoxidil once daily, ketoconazole twice a week, and VitaminD3 with zinc. They note improvement in temple areas and the appearance of baby hairs.
The user saw no hair regrowth after six months using minoxidil, daily dermarolling, and vitaminD3. Many suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better results.
OP saw positive results from 4 months of finasteride, vitaminD3, and microneedling. They plan to add rosemary and castor oil but decided against using minoxidil.
The user shared their successful hair regrowth experience using Dutas, oral and topical minoxidil, vitaminD3, zinc, biotin, a laser cap, natural shampoos, ketoconazole shampoo, retinoic acid lotion, and mesotherapy. They reported no side effects and significant improvement in hair thickness and color over six months.
The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride, biotin, folic acid, vitaminD3, and microneedling, despite initial shedding. VitaminD3 deficiency caused hair loss and insomnia.
The user is undergoing a hair loss treatment using 1mg oral finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5% topical minoxidil, biotin, vitaminD3, fish oil, and weekly microneedling with a 1mm needle roller. They are considering switching from a dermaroller to a dermastamp for better results and are hopeful about the progress shown in recent photos.
The user shared progress pictures after almost three months of using minoxidil with rosemary, topical finasteride with a dermastamp, biotin, and vitaminD3. They cut their hair shorter than in the first picture.
A 27-year-old shares his hair loss recovery journey using Minoxidil 5%, topical Finasteride 0.1%, oral Finasteride 1mg, Ketoconazole 2%, Climbazole + Piroctone Olamine weekly, and VitaminD3 60k I.U. weekly. He reports significant improvement over four months.
A 20-year-old using minoxidil, weekly microneedling, biotin, vitaminD3, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto shampoo for hair regrowth. The user is in the shedding phase and hopes for better results in months 3-6.
A user shared their 2-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride topically twice a day, and VitaminD3 weekly. They experienced initial side effects like weaker erections and mood swings, which resolved after one month.
A 41-year-old with over 10 years of hair loss showed progress after 2 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil, dermaroller, DHT blocker shampoo, laser cap, and vitamins B12, Biotin, D3. Commenters are impressed with the results and suggest continued treatment and focus on health for further improvement.
Vitamin D tests like D2, D3, and 25-hydroxyvitamin D are discussed before starting hair treatment. Vitamin D can be obtained from food, but overdose has side effects.