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      community Any point in microneedling if I use oral minoxidil?

      in Microneedling  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of microneedling as a complementary treatment for hair loss alongside oral minoxidil and dutasteride. Opinions vary on its effectiveness, with some users supporting its benefits for hair growth and others questioning its efficacy without topical minoxidil.

      community Is microneedling worth it when you're on dut and oral min?

      in Microneedling  11 upvotes 6 months ago
      Microneedling may not significantly enhance hair growth when combined with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, as its primary benefit is improving topical absorption. Some users suggest using a 1.5mm depth for potential follicle stimulation, but results and effectiveness vary.

      community Is microneedling + minoxidil better than oral minoxidil

      in Chat  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered more effective for hair regrowth than topical minoxidil, but it carries higher risks. Combining microneedling with topical minoxidil can enhance absorption, but oral minoxidil with microneedling shows significant results.

      community Any form of regrowth, or is there any point?

      in Is this regrowth?  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over a year and topical minoxidil since March, noticing small hairs but no significant regrowth. Suggestions include continuing the current treatment, considering microneedling, and possibly trying oral minoxidil for better results.

      community Day 155 of 5mg oral minoxidil + 0,5mg oral dutasteride daily

      in Progress Pictures  103 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared progress on hair regrowth using 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg oral dutasteride daily, noting small hair growth and no significant side effects except bushier eyebrows. The conversation includes encouragement, personal experiences with hair loss treatments, and discussions on the effectiveness of microneedling.

      community 2 months on oral Finasteride + topical minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  764 upvotes 1 year ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved in two months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. Some users mentioned side effects of finasteride, like low libido and pain, and recommended consulting a doctor or trying topical alternatives.

      community 1 year on 0.5 dut + 2.5 oral min / crown progress

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for a year, recently adding microneedling and topical minoxidil, with some improvement but the crown remains the weakest area. Consistency and realistic expectations are advised, as progress is slow and coverage is challenging with fine hair.

      community Microneedling / 2.5mg Min + 0.5mg Dut / 1 year and 6 months and many questions.

       16 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after starting oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and dutasteride (0.5mg) daily, and is considering resuming microneedling at home with a dermapen. They are concerned about potential risks of microneedling, such as scarring, and are seeking advice on needle length and frequency.

      community Progress ? Fin+min oral every 6 months

       98 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil, along with biotin, vitamin D3, collagen, and micro-needling, to address hair loss over six months. They experienced some shedding initially but have seen progress, with improved hair quality and reduced bald spots.

      community Hair growth results after microneedling for 2.5 month

       8 upvotes 2 months ago
      Microneedling combined with oral and topical minoxidil led to significant hair regrowth for the user. Some participants argue about the effectiveness and safety of microneedling, with differing opinions on its benefits.

      community [M25] About a year on fin/min/microneedling progress pics

       392 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old shared progress after a year using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, noting significant hair improvement despite periodic shedding. The user experienced body hair loss as a side effect but reported no other issues and plans to continue the treatment.

      community 1 year on Minoxidil and Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  169 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using oral Minoxidil and finasteride for a year, experiencing stronger and healthier hair with hope for further improvement. Many suggest a haircut to enhance appearance, while others encourage continuing the current regimen and possibly adding micro-needling.

      community 6 months, no progress on fin and min oral. Male 25

       31 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 25-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for six months without noticeable progress in hair regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride or a hair transplant. Users suggest giving the treatment more time, adding microneedling, and possibly using topical minoxidil.

      community 1 year on Oral Fin/min. Not feeling super great about it.

       347 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is unhappy with their hair regrowth after one year on oral finasteride and minoxidil, considering a hair transplant. Many suggest shaving the head or trying more aggressive treatments like RU58841, dutasteride, microneedling, and hair transplants.

      community 96 days on oral min/fin progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  268 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride daily for 96 days and has noticed progress in hair regrowth, particularly on the crown. Suggestions include continuing the treatment, adding micro-needling, and possibly using tretinoin and dutasteride.

      community My dermatologist told me to hop on 7.5mg minoxidil !?

       19 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user is considering increasing their oral minoxidil dose to 7.5mg and switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Opinions vary, with some advising against high minoxidil doses due to potential heart risks and others suggesting microneedling or topical RU58841 as alternatives.

      community 7 Months Minoxidil: Worse? Help!

       15 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride for 12 years and added oral minoxidil nearly 7 months ago but sees little improvement and possible worsening of hair loss. They are considering adding or switching to dutasteride and exploring microneedling and laser treatments to improve results.

      community 44M 19 months fin oral 1mg daily /min 5% foam once daily

      in Progress Pictures  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 44-year-old man has been using finasteride 1mg daily and minoxidil 5% foam for 19 months to address hair loss, with mixed results and continued shedding. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant for better cosmetic density.

      community How long should I wait to see if 5 mg oral min works for me? Titrated a couple weeks ago from 2.5 mg. Started at 1.25 mg about 300 days ago

      in Minoxidil  38 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 33-year-old user has been on finasteride for 10 years with great results and recently increased their oral minoxidil dose to 5 mg to improve hair thickness and possibly regrow hair. They are considering microneedling and a hair transplant to enhance their hairline and temples, despite already having significant improvement.