Not sure if it's in my head or not but I swear Nizoral 2% has made my hair thicker Ketoconazole 3/12/2025
The user noticed thicker hair and reduced dandruff after using Nizoral 2% (ketoconazole) every few days, alongside topical minoxidil 5% for over a year. They plan to reduce Nizoral use to once a week to avoid scalp irritation.
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The user experienced significant hair regrowth in two months using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and weekly microneedling, but developed dark spots on the scalp, possibly from irritation. They plan to try ketoconazole shampoo to address the issue and will consult a dermatologist.
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community Those that apply minoxidil twice a day
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