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      community Water retention from topical minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Topical minoxidil can cause water retention, making the face appear swollen. Switching from liquid to foam and reducing application frequency may help; using dandelion root extract as a diuretic is also suggested.

      community 1 Year and Month (nearly) 1mg of only Fin daily

      in Progress Pictures  96 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatment using finasteride, with the user noting improvements in hair density but a recent decrease in vertex density. Suggestions include adding minoxidil, but the user avoids it due to its toxicity to cats and considers oral minoxidil instead.

      community Is this progress? M24 almost 3 years since starting

      in Is this regrowth?  177 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has seen significant hair regrowth after three years of using Minoxidil inconsistently and Hims topical Minoxidil/Finasteride for a year. They are considering switching to oral Finasteride and increasing topical Minoxidil use, with suggestions from others to try Dutasteride and microneedling for further improvement.

      community Microneedling with Topical solution of Min, Dut, and Latanoprost

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is considering microneedling to enhance absorption of a prescribed topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and Latanoprost, while already taking oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride. They seek advice on the effectiveness and safety of combining these treatments, especially due to the cost and their desire to maximize results.

      community Min and retinol? Anyone tried it?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil with retinol for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on the effectiveness of this combination.

      community Bimatoprost (Lumigan) for MPB?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Bimatoprost for eyebrow regrowth and its potential use on the hairline, with concerns about cost and side effects. Alternatives like topical Minoxidil are mentioned, but the user is worried about aging and acne.

      community 4 months fin and 2 months minoxidil update

      in Is this regrowth?  25 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding but is now seeing regrowth after 4 months on finasteride and 2 months on minoxidil, with no major side effects. They use 1 mg finasteride daily, 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and derm stamping weekly.

      community Musely's topical hair solution

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a topical hair loss treatment containing 0.1% dutasteride, 6% minoxidil, tretinoin, and ketoconazole. The user is asking for opinions on the effectiveness of this solution.

      community New possible minoxidil alternative?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A potential alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss is discussed, specifically a sugar hydrogel. Users express skepticism about new treatments becoming reality.

      community Verteporfin being used anywhere?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Verteporfin is being explored for hair regeneration, with unofficial trials and updates shared online. Efforts are being made to encourage more surgeons to trial verteporfin for donor hair regeneration.

      community Killing the Norwood Reaper, a Journey

      in Progress Pictures  370 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is treating hair loss with a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for overall health. They are considering adding tretinoin, stemoxydine/RU, DIM, Boron, and Fadogia Agretis to their routine.

      community Liquid Min drinkers be like : “Why is this happening?!”

      in Satire  537 upvotes 1 year ago
      People are humorously discussing unconventional and satirical uses of minoxidil, such as drinking it or injecting it, and the potential absurd consequences. The conversation also touches on the ineffectiveness and risks of these methods compared to proper topical application with microneedling.

      community You NEED this if You’re Taking Fin/Dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 months ago
      DIM is suggested to help with estrogen metabolism for those on finasteride or dutasteride, potentially reversing side effects like fat gain and mood changes. Some users doubt its effectiveness, recommending lifestyle changes or consulting a doctor instead.

      community 5months Oral Min (2.5mg) & Fin (1mg)

      in Progress Pictures  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using oral Minoxidil (2.5mg) and Finasteride (1mg) for hair loss, reporting satisfaction with the results despite some light spots. Another user suggested increasing the Minoxidil dose if needed after a year.

      community 1 month progress, topical 0.3/6% fin/min + dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 34-year-old started using a combination of topical finasteride/minoxidil and dermastamping to treat hair loss, noticing some shedding but remains optimistic about hair regrowth. They experienced minimal side effects, with only temporary watery semen.

      community Nuclear stack not working still

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 20-year-old has been using topical minoxidil since 2021, oral finasteride since 2023, oral minoxidil for 6 months, and dutasteride for 2 months to combat hair loss but is still experiencing temple thinning. Suggestions include continuing medication, considering a future hair transplant, and taking monthly progress pictures.

      community Minoxidil alternative with a week long half-life? Why isn’t it possible?

      in Satire 3 years ago
      This conversation discussed the potential for a hair loss treatment alternative to minoxidil, with many users debating the economic and health implications of such an option. Some suggested that finasteride could be used as an alternative, while others argued that this would ultimately not benefit pharmaceutical companies due to their reliance on planned obsolescence.

      community Minoxidil and Finastride topical solution 2 months update

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 34-year-old woman has been using a topical solution of 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride since January 2026 to address hair thinning caused by PCOS and poor nutrition. She reports ongoing hair shedding but has improved her diet with whole foods and supplements.

      community 8 months progress Before/After

      in Is this regrowth?  553 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is pleased with their hair transplant results but is concerned about the vertex area. They use Minoxidil and finasteride daily and had the procedure at a clinic in Athens.

      community Cheaper than Regaine Minoxidil in Europe?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking a less greasy and more affordable minoxidil solution in Europe, similar to Regaine foam. Suggestions include looking for pharmacies that make their own minoxidil, and considering brands like Kirkland or Foligain.

      community 10-Months of 1.25mg Fin EOD No Minoxidil | 23M

      in Progress Pictures  93 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 23-year-old male used 1.25mg finasteride every other day for 10 months without minoxidil, noticing results at the 4-month mark and experiencing a minor shed at the 8-month mark. He also added Nizoral to his routine and reported no side effects, maintaining consistent use at 7:00 PM.