Amazing progress in 3 months - 1mg Oral Finasteride + 2.5mg Oral Minoxidil 12/12/2025
The user reported significant hair regrowth after using 1mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for three months, despite initial shedding. They avoid shampoo and conditioner, using only castor and argan oil, and experienced no side effects.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Hair Loss Treatments On a Budget, A Scientific Approach (Topical Finasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, Castor + Peppermint Oil and more)
The conversation discusses affordable hair loss treatments, including topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and natural remedies like castor and peppermint oil. Specific treatments for hair loss are the focus.
community 27 M, Day 1. Month 2. And now (3.5 months) yes hair is longer. . But the new density is real and such a confidence boost. All pics taken in my room under the same bright white light. 1mg Fin Daily. 2x topical min daily. Weekly/occasional micro needling, occasional pure rosemary oil scalp massage.
A 27 year old user's progress in treating their hair loss with 1mg of finasteride daily, 2x topical minoxidil daily, micro needling and occasional rosemary oil scalp massage; other users have encouraged the poster based on their results and offered advice for further treatments.
community 1 month progress. First picture is now. The second is from a month ago
The user reported noticeable hair regrowth after one month using biotin, zinc, RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil, micro-needling, and oils like rosemary, castor, and argan. They experienced no side effects from oral minoxidil and finasteride, and they apply topical minoxidil twice daily.
community Castor Oil + Rosemary Oil = Increase in Shedding?
A user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using castor oil and rosemary oil twice a week for two months. They are concerned whether this is normal or if the castor oil's thickness is causing hair loss.
community Question about Castor oil and other oils?
Castor oil's effectiveness for male pattern baldness, receding hairline, and thinning crown is questioned, including its application method and potential side effects. The user also mentions experiencing hair shedding with coconut oil.
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