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October 2011 in “Gynecological Endocrinology”
Menopause significantly reduces skin collagen, leading to thinner, less elastic skin, and hormone replacement may help but requires careful consideration.
User shared 18-month progress using 1 mg finasteride daily and varying doses of oral minoxidil. Minoxidil caused side effects managed with taurine, dandelion root, sauna, and collagen.
Minoxidil users discuss skin-care routines to counteract side effects like dark circles and dull skin. Recommendations include vitamin C, potassium, collagen, retinol, nizoral shampoo, and emu oil.
The user stabilized hair loss with oral Finasteride and saw significant hair growth after adding oral Minoxidil. They also used collagen peptides and had no side effects.
The conversation discusses how many male models and celebrities likely use finasteride to prevent hair loss, with some expressing surprise that it's not just good genetics keeping their hair intact. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride and, in one query, minoxidil.