Which minoxidil product would you recommend? 3/18/2019
The conversation is about choosing a minoxidil product for hair regrowth. Users recommend cheaper options like Kirkland or Target brand, with a preference for foam versions.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Hair progress since starting fin&min
A 35-year-old shared progress in hair regrowth using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil foam, noting reduced hair fall and no side effects. They use Kirkland minoxidil from Costco nightly and finasteride from a dermatologist, with additional use of rosemary water for a cooling sensation.
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A user experienced significant hair loss after using Rogaine foam purchased from Amazon, which failed a bleach test for Minoxidil. They discovered that even legitimate Rogaine products might be faulty and advised buying from reputable sources.
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A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride daily and Kirkland 5% minoxidil twice a day since 05/02/2024, along with occasional microneedling. The user reported initial headaches but no longer experiences them.
community PSA: You guys are paying way too much for your Finasteride and Minoxidil. Here's the cheapest I've found.
Finasteride and minoxidil can be obtained cheaply through Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs and Costco's Kirkland brand, respectively, costing about $7.53/month combined. Amazon's RXPass and virtual visits at Dr. B. offer additional savings.
community Can't believe I've slept on microneedling for so long.
Microneedling with minoxidil and finasteride greatly improves hair regrowth. Using 0.5mm depth every other day boosts minoxidil absorption without side effects.
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