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      community Dry flakes from topical fin use

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing white flakes and a greasy look from using a topical solution containing 0.025% finasteride, 8% minoxidil, 0.01% retinoic acid, and 1% hydrocortisone. Suggestions include reducing application frequency, using a brush to clean the scalp, and considering alcohol-free alternatives.

      community 6 month update on DUT AND minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  69 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a regimen of dutasteride (DUT) and topical minoxidil (1ml once a day) for six months, resulting in hair regrowth and increased thickness. The user reports no side effects and mentions that the shedding phase lasted about a month.

      community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for several years and is seeking advice. Suggestions include ensuring correct diagnosis, checking for other health issues, considering finasteride, trying topical antiandrogens, and consulting a dermatologist.

      community Going Nuclear for a few months (not really)

       3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user plans to aggressively treat hair loss by using 1.25mg finasteride daily, 1mL minoxidil twice daily, and topical dutasteride with microneedling weekly, despite experiencing side effects from finasteride previously. They intend to switch to a maintenance routine with topical minoxidil and dutasteride after regaining hair.

      community What dosage topical Finasteride should I go with?

      1 year ago
      The conversation is about adjusting the dosage of topical Finasteride to avoid side effects like chest pain and breast swelling. The user is considering reducing the concentration to 0.1% or trying microdosing with 0.01-0.025% for lower systemic effects.

      community 11 months on oral .25 min and .5 dut

       164 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and experienced hair regrowth with no side effects, using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride. The user noticed improved mood due to more hair and found the treatment effective, starting at age 21.

      community Fuck it. Drinking minoxidil solution

       22 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user decided to drink minoxidil solution due to difficulties with topical application and cost, taking 0.28ml daily. Others shared their experiences with similar methods, noting effectiveness and minimal side effects, while some expressed concerns about safety and self-medication.

      community 3 Month Progress - Topical Fin & Min

       618 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old user shared their 3-month progress using a topical spray containing 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, along with dermarolling and Nizoral shampoo, reporting reduced shedding and signs of hair regrowth. They emphasized consistency in their routine and noted no side effects, expressing optimism about future results.

      community Megadosing Koshine826(Pyrilutamide), my Plan.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user plans to use 1% Koshine826, 0.1% Alfatradiol, Minoxidil with Tretinoin, microneedling, and Stemoxydine for hair loss treatment. They expect significant recovery with this regimen.

      community 6 months of min 2x a day + .25mg fin 1x a day

      in Progress Pictures  252 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 6 months of using minoxidil twice daily and 0.25mg finasteride once daily for hair loss. The conversation includes comments on the user's posture in the photos and slight improvements in hair fullness.

      community Topical Dutasteride 1% - High dosage?

       5 upvotes 3 years ago
      User asks about two topical dutasteride solutions and wonders if 1% concentration is overkill compared to 0.1%. They also consider trying standard topical dutasteride before using Minoxidil.

      community Min/Fin 3 months difference - 23yo dude

      in Progress Pictures  526 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth in 3 months using a topical mixture of minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1%, with added bimatoprost. The treatment is government-subsidized, costing around $15, and the user reported no side effects.

      community Just Minoxidil 5% twice a day for 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  584 upvotes 1 year ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 5% Minoxidil twice daily and weekly microneedling with a 0.8 mm dermaroller over five months. Finasteride was not used due to concerns about side effects and availability in France.

      community Topical Finasteride concetrations and amount applied

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical finasteride concentrations and application amounts are debated, with concerns that mainstream solutions may use arbitrary concentrations. A 0.25% solution with a specific application method is suggested as more appropriate than higher concentrations.

      community 19yo - 3 months vs 9 months on dut+min

       215 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 19-year-old shared their positive results after 9 months using topical minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss. They started with twice-daily minoxidil applications, later reducing to once daily, and took 0.5mg of dutasteride.

      community DIY Topical Fin/Min solution thoughts

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user is experimenting with a DIY topical solution combining finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, applying 0.5 mg of finasteride daily. Concerns include absorption issues, potential side effects, and product loss due to hair density, with some users suggesting oral intake for better results.

      community M40 - 3 Months progress on Fin/Min

       1440 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user reported significant hair regrowth after 3 months using 1mg oral finasteride, 1ml 5% topical minoxidil, and microneedling, along with biotin, vitamin D, iron, and zinc supplements. They are optimistic about continued progress despite initial skepticism.

      community My 6 month journey thus far... 47yo Male.

       421 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over six months using 1mg oral finasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, and 1ml 5% topical minoxidil, along with weekly derm stamping. He reported no major side effects, improved prostate health, and increased vascularity, with hair texture changes and minor nasal congestion.

      community 3 month progress.. results are in!

       342 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old user shared their positive 3-month progress using a topical solution of 5% minoxidil and 0.25% finasteride, combined with weekly microneedling and Nizoral shampoo. They reported no significant side effects and emphasized the importance of consistency and microneedling for hair regrowth.

      community Has anyone ordered JXL-069 (grey market PP405)?

       53 upvotes 1 year ago
      People are discussing JXL-069 (PP405) for hair loss, with some experimenting with a 0.05% topical gel. Concerns about safety and efficacy persist due to limited testing and lack of official approval.

      community 37/m, 9 months progress, topical 5%min and 6%Fin

      in Progress Pictures  175 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth over nine months using a topical solution of 5% Minoxidil and 0.3% Finasteride. He reported no side effects and noted the treatment's effectiveness despite initial dosage confusion.

      community Sandalore (Givaudan) concentration application

       9 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Sandalore for hair loss treatment, with a focus on finding the correct concentration for a topical lotion. The consensus is to start with a 0.1% concentration due to potential scalp irritation at higher levels.

      community Back From The Dead Norwood 3- HairMaxxing(Repost)

      in Progress Pictures  400 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old shared his successful hair recovery journey using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, along with derma rolling, a high-protein diet, regular exercise, and ketoconazole shampoo. He reported significant hair regrowth over 1.5 years, attributing his success to consistent use of these treatments.

      community 20m /// 3 month progress pictures

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 3-month hair loss progress using 5% topical Minoxidil, 8% topical RU58841, 1mg Finasteride daily, and a 1.5mm derma stamp weekly. Another user commented that the results look improved.