A user's experience with hair loss treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, derma roller, nizoral shampoo and various vitamins; the user reported great progress over two months.
The user stopped using minoxidil due to side effects and is trying alternatives like vitaminD supplementation, scalp massages, cold showers, oil treatments, zinc shampoo, and dermarolling. They report improved scalp health and some new hair growth, despite skepticism from others about the effectiveness of these methods.
The individual is experiencing hair loss and has a vitaminDdeficiency, with levels at 7.49ng/ml or 26nmol/l. They are unsure if the deficiency is causing the hair loss and are seeking advice on vitaminD supplementation.
The user started using dutasteride, biotin, vitaminD3, zinc, a multivitamin, and oral minoxidil, and noticed hair shedding after starting gym workouts. Another user suggested getting nutrients from food sources and mentioned that vitaminD3 might need supplementation if not obtained from sunlight.
The user has been using 1mg of Finasteride daily and vitamins for a month, noticing hair growth, especially at the temples. They plan to share their two-month progress in the future.
A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss was prescribed two shampoos and hair vitamins by a dermatologist who suggested seborrheic dermatitis as the cause. However, users in the conversation suggested the hair loss could be male pattern baldness (MPB), recommending monitoring the situation and considering finasteride as a treatment.
User achieved hair regrowth in 4.5 months using Fin, Min, Nizoral, vitamins, dermarolling, and cold water washes. Cold water washes improved scalp health, but unsure if significant contributor to regrowth.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatment options, focusing on finasteride and its potential effects on gynecomastia. The user is considering finasteride while managing hormone levels with supplements like boron, vitaminD, zinc, magnesium, and P5P, and is advised to consult an endocrinologist for further evaluation.
The user is experiencing hair loss and is using Minoxidil once a day. They suspect VitaminDdeficiency and Seborrheic Dermatitis might be contributing factors.
User experienced hair thinning due to high cortisol and thyroid issues, along with insulin resistance. They are taking magnesium, zinc, vitaminD, calcium, and selenium as supplements.
The user discussed their hair loss treatment which includes finasteride, minoxidil, hair transplant, biotin, zinc, vitaminD pills, and Nizoral ketoconazole 1% shampoo. They mentioned they are 5 months into the treatment and expect more growth.
The user has been using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% topically, along with oral minoxidil and finasteride, for three months without major improvement in hair loss. They are also taking vitaminD3, B12, iron, and zinc supplements.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of various supplements for hair loss, with some users suggesting higher doses of Zinc and Vitamin C, while others recommend additional supplements like Saw Palmetto and Omega-3. It is concluded that multi-vitamins are often ineffective unless there is a deficiency, and excessive intake can harm hair follicles.
A user shared their 70-day progress using Minoxidil, derma rolling/stamping, and vitamins for hair loss. The replies discuss the effectiveness and relevance of vitamins in the treatment.
The user used microneedling, zinc, vitaminD3, biotin, magnesium, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a DHT-blocker shampoo with biotin for hair loss. They are considering adding minoxidil due to stagnation in progress.
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, PRP treatments, and supplements like vitaminD, biotin, zinc, and iron. They are seeking advice on whether to continue with finasteride, increase the dosage, or try additional PRP sessions.
The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, pyrithione zinc, and oral minoxidil to treat hair loss and has seen an increase in fine hairs on the hairline but overall thinning on the top. They are considering adding zinc and Vitamin K to their regimen and are already taking hair multivitamins with collagen.
User experienced significant body hair loss from Finasteride and started oral Minoxidil to address crown thinning. Their current regimen includes 1mg Finasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, Biotin, VitaminD, Zinc, Iron, and ketoconazole shampoo.
The conversation discusses a hair loss regimen involving finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and various supplements like biotin, omega-3, vitaminD3, zinc, and magnesium. The user also uses dermastamping and topicals like ketoconazole and diclofenac, with mixed opinions on zinc's effect on hair loss.
The user reports good progress in hair growth after three months using finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, Alpecin C1, biotin, vitaminD3, iron, zinc, omega-3, and microneedling with rosemary/mint oil. Other users note initial shedding and discuss areas where hair growth is less effective.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, vitamins, and a healthy diet. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of consistency.
An 18-year-old male using minoxidil and finasteride is experiencing increased hair loss, possibly due to a shedding phase from finasteride. He also takes zinc, magnesium, calcium, and vitamin C, and is concerned about hair loss from his temples.
A 17-year-old with AGA is considering Revitacare Haircare Mesotherapy, which includes hyaluronic acid, amino acids, zinc, and B vitamins, injected into the scalp. One reply dismisses it as ineffective.
The user has experienced noticeable hair regrowth after 7 months and 20 days using finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamping, vitaminD, zinc, and ketoconazole shampoo. The user reports improved hairline and self-esteem with no side effects.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg Finasteride daily, 5mg Minoxidil twice daily, and microneedling since April 2025. They also supplement with zinc, biotin, vitaminD, omega-3, and creatine, and use Alpecin Caffeine Shampoo.
A 26 year old female with PCOS who has been dealing with hair loss for several years, despite managing her hormones and taking vitamins. She has tried various treatments such as Nizoral, Minoxidil, Pyrithione zinc, coal tar and salicylic acid to no avail. The user is looking for advice on what else they can do to stop their hair loss.
A user reports hair regrowth after 8 months using treatments including topical Minoxidil/Finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, Pyrilutamide, GHK-Cu/Min topical, and supplements like fish collagen peptides, zinc, and vitaminD3. They've seen progress but slower regrowth in the midsection of the scalp and are seeking advice to improve it.
The conversation discusses treatments to counteract skin wrinkles caused by Minoxidil use. Suggestions include Retinol-A and Zinc, but users seek specific products that have effectively halted wrinkling.
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and thinning despite using Minoxidil, Finasteride, vitamins, zinc, microneedling, and Omega 3 supplements. They are seeking advice on whether this is normal and how to stop it.
A 32-year-old male shares his 7-month hair regrowth progress using 1 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, dermarolling every four days, 1.5% ketoconazole shampoo every three days, and zinc and vitaminD supplements initially. He applies minoxidil primarily to his temples and hairline, avoiding the crown, and reports significant improvement in diffusive thinning.