M34 – On finasteride, unsure about starting minoxidil Minoxidil 9/9/2025
A 34-year-old male, already on finasteride, is hesitant to continue minoxidil due to side effects like headaches and concerns about facial bloating and skin aging. Another user shares their experience with minoxidil causing facial bloating but hopes for hair growth benefits.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Do you guys believe oral minoxidil causes faster aging of the face? (By mechanism like bloating, dark circles, and inhibition of collagen)
Oral minoxidil may cause facial bloating and dark circles, making some users feel they look older. Some consider reducing the dosage or switching treatments due to these side effects.
community *If* minox causes facial wrinkles, then I should mix my Min/Fin for 1 dose daily, not 2?
Minoxidil may cause facial aging, possibly due to alcohol and propylene glycol (PG) content. The user plans to reduce Minoxidil and Finasteride to one daily dose to minimize these effects.
community 3 year fin/min progress (age 27-age 30)
A user shared their 3-year progress using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, reporting significant hair regrowth and some side effects like bloating, seborrheic dermatitis, and water retention. The user is happy with the results, noting improvements in both the crown and hairline.
community Fin and Oral Minoxidil completely changed my hair texture (8months progress)
Finasteride and oral minoxidil significantly improved hair texture and thickness over 8 months. The user also experienced increased hair growth on the beard and eyebrows.
community 1.25 mg Fin for a year, and very inconsistent oral min for 3 months.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1.25 mg finasteride daily and inconsistent oral minoxidil, with no side effects reported. Finasteride primarily increased hair density, while minoxidil contributed to thicker, healthier hair.
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