Lost some ground on Finasteride / Minoxidil, 7 months in but losing hope each month Chat 8/24/2024
A user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, tea tree oil, and nizoral. They are considering switching to dutasteride due to an upcoming move to Japan.
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The user is using a routine involving microneedling, Minoxidil with tretinoin, a red light cap, scalp massages, Nizoral shampoo, and essence oil shampoo to address hair loss, with visible progress noted. They are considering topical finasteride or dutasteride if progress slows but are cautious due to past side effects.
community An Experiment Using Microneedling and Essential Oils & Vitamins
A user is trying to reverse hair loss using vitamins E and D, jojoba oil, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to use Alpecin shampoo and will provide updates on the effectiveness of this regimen.
community Microneedling + topical minoxidil is the most underrated combo.
Microneedling with topical minoxidil is effective for hair regrowth, especially with finasteride. Users report fewer side effects compared to oral minoxidil.
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A 24-year-old shared their three-month hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil 5% liquid and a natural hair oil, while considering finasteride and other treatments. Users discussed the effectiveness of various treatments, including topical finasteride, nizoral, and the importance of addressing DHT as a cause of hair loss.
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