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      community 20F: Should I Continue Minoxidil After ED Recovery for Hair Shedding?

      in Minoxidil  199 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 20-year-old female is considering whether to continue using minoxidil for hair loss after recovering from an eating disorder and iron deficiency. She is concerned about hair shedding and is advised to focus on nutrition and iron intake, with the option to taper off minoxidil gradually if she chooses to stop.

      community 2 months on Min + 1 month on fin progress

      in Is this regrowth?  95 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for 2 months and finasteride for 1 month, applying minoxidil once nightly due to routine constraints. They switched to a shampoo with menthol, caffeine, and saw palmetto, and reported no side effects.

      community Progress - September 2024 -> July 2025

      in Progress Pictures  265 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil 5% twice a day, and microneedling 3-4 times a week. They reported no side effects from finasteride and are pleased with the results, feeling more confident and maintaining a new hair baseline.

      community Fixing DHT Itch (scalp inflammation) with Aloe Vera gel & more

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 9 months ago
      Aloe vera gel can help reduce scalp inflammation and "DHT itch" associated with hair loss, particularly in those with androgenic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis. It's suggested to use aloe vera alongside treatments like finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo to manage symptoms and promote scalp health.

      community How do you actually "apply" topical minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  29 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses various methods for applying topical minoxidil to the scalp, including using fingers, a shoe polish bottle, a dropper, a toothbrush, a q-tip, a makeup brush, and a syringe. Users emphasize the importance of massaging the product into the scalp for better absorption.

      community Does ketoconazole reduce systemic DHT by much?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo does not significantly reduce systemic or scalp DHT levels and is mainly used for its anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory effects. It is not a replacement for finasteride, which is recommended by some users despite concerns about side effects.

      community Almost 4 months of fin/min… quit waiting!!!

      in Is this regrowth?  458 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamping, and keto shampoo, noting significant improvement in four months without major side effects. They encouraged others to start treatment early and shared tips for application and tracking progress.

      community Trialing the probiotics BB536, PTA 6475 so you don’t have to

      in Research/Science  75 upvotes 10 months ago
      Probiotics like L. reuteri ATCC PTA 6475 and B. longum BB536 may improve hair growth and density by reducing inflammation and reversing DHT damage. The user is trialing these probiotics personally, ordering them from the U.S. to Canada, and plans to continue if no adverse effects occur.

      community 2 years of me being on fin+min

      in Progress Pictures  1216 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with the user sharing their two-year progress and routine. The user experienced initial shedding but saw improvements after six months, and they recently started taking dutasteride.

      community Flakey scalp due to minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause scalp flaking and dryness, often due to its alcohol content. Switching to foam minoxidil or using antifungal shampoos like Ketoconazole may help reduce these side effects.

      community Temporalis Hypertrophy and hair loss

      in Treatment  24 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and scalp exercises. Opinions vary on the effectiveness, with some attributing hair loss to muscle tension and inflammation, while others focus on genetics and DHT.

      community My Jan-June Hair Transformation

      in Update  567 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair transformation using a routine that included dermastamping, minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and rosemary oil. The user later stopped using minoxidil and rosemary oil due to greasiness, continuing with finasteride, dermastamping, and ketoconazole.

      community Finasteride after 2 years. Not too bad.

      in Is this regrowth?  1059 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 52-year-old shared positive hair regrowth results after using finasteride for 24 months, with noticeable improvements after 13-14 months, and recently added oral minoxidil to the regimen. Users discussed the effectiveness of combining finasteride, minoxidil, and sometimes dutasteride for better hair growth results.

      community Holding the line with no meds.

      in Progress Pictures  48 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 34-year-old man is using natural methods like rosemary and peppermint oil, micro-needling, and low-level laser therapy to manage hair thinning, avoiding medications like minoxidil and finasteride. Despite minimal visible progress, he values the non-medicated approach and remains consistent with his routine.

      community My cat died just from touching 2% minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  5177 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats and can be fatal with minimal exposure. Users suggest switching to oral minoxidil or taking precautions to prevent pet exposure.

      community 6 months and a half on topical min and fin

      in Treatment  124 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 6.5 months using topical minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and keto shampoo, despite initial shedding. They plan to switch to oral dutasteride for further improvement.

      community 25M 9 months on Finasteride results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  247 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 25-year-old experienced hair regrowth and reduced shedding after 9 months on finasteride, with inconsistent minoxidil use. Users discussed hairline changes, shedding phases, and the effectiveness of finasteride, with some mentioning side effects and other treatments like rosemary oil.
      Time for change or just in my head?

      community Time for change or just in my head?

      in General  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning despite using minoxidil inconsistently for 1.5 years and is considering adding finasteride due to concerns about side effects. They are unsure whether to increase minoxidil application, start finasteride, or if the hair loss is exaggerated in their perception.

      community For me, Dutasteride works. w/ Proof pictures.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  54 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride helped improve hair thickness and reduce crown visibility for the user, who experienced initial side effects like headaches and watery semen. The user takes Dutasteride every other day, costing $15 monthly, and advises consulting a doctor before starting the treatment.

      community What’s needed to mix ru and k&b solution?

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Mixing RU58841 with a solution for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to use propylene glycol and ethanol instead of k&b solution due to scalp irritation. Recommendations include using ketoconazole shampoo for itchiness and considering oral minoxidil if topical causes irritation.

      community 8 months apart - got all my hair back.

      in Update  4801 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user successfully regrew their hair over 8 months using topical minoxidil, finasteride, a healthy lifestyle, and derma stamping. They emphasize the results are genuine and not from hair transplants.

      community 3 month update. Slowly but surely.

      in Is this regrowth?  377 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 39-year-old male is experiencing hair regrowth after three months using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, dermastamping twice a month, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo weekly. He shares progress photos and receives encouragement and advice from others, noting some improvement and considering additional treatments but is limited by budget.

      community Drastic loss after stabilization for 5 years of DHT blockers, topical minoxidil, nizoral shampoo

      in Update  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss despite using a combination of 0.5mg dutasteride daily, topical minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, and vitamin D optimization, and is now starting zinc supplementation. Suggestions include considering other causes, possibly increasing dutasteride dosage, switching to oral minoxidil, or maintaining the current regimen and reassessing in six months.

      community after 4 years of balding 16-20 i have finally decided to do something about it

      in Chat  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about dealing with hair loss, with the original poster deciding to start using topical finasteride and minoxidil after unsuccessful PRP and Regenera treatments. Others share their experiences with hair loss, treatments, and the importance of finasteride to prevent further hair loss.

      community I’ve been on Finasteride for 6.5 months. (5 months on 0.2mg and 1.5 months on 0.5mg) Here are the progress pictures.

      in Progress Pictures  183 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old has been using finasteride for 6.5 months, starting with 0.25 mg daily and increasing to 0.5 mg, experiencing improved hair quality and no significant side effects. They have not used minoxidil due to convenience and health reasons, and they noticed progress in hair growth, particularly at the crown, after about 4 months.