8 weeks in with microneedling and minoxidil/tretinoin
    Progress Pictures 3/31/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil โ†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Tretinoin โ†’

    the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil

    Microneedling โ†’

    technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’ง Minoxidil (topical) 2-3 times a week 8 weeks
    ๐Ÿ’ง Tretinoin (topical) 2-3 times a week 8 weeks
    ๐Ÿ’ง Microneedling (topical) 1.5mm 1x weekly 8 weeks
    ๐Ÿ’ง Dermarolling (topical) 0.5mm 2-3 times a week 8 weeks
    โ€ข Scalp massages (manual) daily 8 weeks
    ๐Ÿ’ง Red light therapy (topical) 8 weeks
    ๐Ÿ’ง Nizoral shampoo (topical) inconsistently 8 weeks
    ๐Ÿ’ง Tea tree shampoo (topical) inconsistently 8 weeks
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜€ positive with ๐Ÿ“ˆ regrowth results.

    Other terms

    The user is using a combination of microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy to address hair loss, with a focus on the hairline and temples. They emphasize the importance of scalp massages and have seen regrowth, attributing success to their comprehensive routine.
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