Hair loss from seborrheic dermatitis can be temporary. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, along with collagenandbiotin supplements.
A 23-year-old noticed crown thinning and started using 1.25mg finasteride, biotin supplements, biotin/collagen shampoo, and 1% nizoral shampoo. After 3 months, they reported improvement and side effects that subsided after 2 months.
A woman found that taking grass-fed collagen powder helped with her alopecia, leading to hair regrowth and reduced hair loss. She initially took it for gut issues, not hair, and also noticed improvements in arthritis and reduced bruising.
Asteride into your routine
In this conversation, the user Icy-Indication267 was asking when they should start finasteride to treat their hair loss, which had responded well to minoxidil after two months. Other users shared advice on incorporating micro-needling and topical finasteride into their routine for optimal results.
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 6 months using 1mg Finasteride and Oral Minoxidil, along with pumpkin seed oil, biotin, andcollagen supplements, and is considering starting PRP. Another user has not seen results despite using a combination of treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, pyrithione zinc, topical dutasteride, ketoconazole, and microneedling.
The user has been using Minoxidil and Finasteride since late 2019 with good results but is experiencing a dry, flaky scalp and shedding hairs. They also use Nizoral, biotin, zinc, magnesium, andcollagen supplements, and their dermatologist prescribed fluocinolone acetonide to reduce flaking.
A user's hair regrowth journey using biotinand minoxidil after initial treatments with Nizoral shampoo and Ketoconazole serum didn't work. The comments suggest the hair loss might not be male pattern baldness (MPB), but possibly Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune disorder, and recommend getting a second opinion and considering other treatments like corticosteroids.
A user switched from Kirkland minoxidil to a cheaper Amazon brand called Adellina, which includes Biotin, Ginseng extract, andCollagen, and saw significant hair growth within a week. They also transitioned from oral to topical finasteride after achieving their hair growth goals.
A user discusses their doctor's recommendation of vitamins, biotin, collagen, shampoos, and 2.5mg minoxidil for hair loss. Replies suggest minoxidil is useful, and finasteride should be added for male pattern baldness.
User experiences slow hair regrowth despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and supplements like biotin, zinc, andcollagen. They seek advice on addressing overall slow hair regrowth.
A user improved their hair loss from NW3+ to NW1.5 over three years using a regimen of dutasteride, finasteride, Nizoral, biotin, andcollagen. They experienced some side effects and adjusted dosages over time, and noted additional benefits like better skin and muscle gain.
A user shared their 115-day progress in treating hair loss using 5% Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, biotin, microneedling, andcollagen peptides. They reported visible improvement and no side effects from topical Finasteride, unlike the oral form.
A user shared their 6-month hair regrowth results using minoxidil, head massages, biotin, and overall better hair and body care, without using finasteride. Some responses discussed side effects of finasteride, the effectiveness of biotin, and asked for details about the user's treatment regimen.
A user's successful hair regrowth after 7 months of using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and adding micro needling 4 months ago. The user also took biotin, fish oil, andcollagen supplements, and reduced finasteride intake to once every 3 days due to minor libido decay.
A user shares their hair loss treatment regimen, which includes oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, RU58841, LLLT cap, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, vitamin D3, NAC supplement, MK677, collagen, and other hair care products. They seek opinions on its effectiveness.
A user who experienced hair loss at age 23, but started treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, dermarolling andbiotin vitamins at age 32 and saw significant regrowth results in 1 year. Treatment methods such as rolling their head on the carpet were also discussed.
The post discusses a 10-year battle with hair loss using treatments like biotin, Rogaine, Dualgen 15% Minoxidil, dermaroller, and various skin care products. Despite some side effects, the user maintains a full head of hair and is considering a hair transplant in the future.
User experienced major hair fall after six months of using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Replies suggest the hair shedding is normal and will improve over time.
The user shared their 18-month hair loss treatment progress, using finasteride three times a week, daily minoxidil, weekly vitamin D, and bi-weekly nizoral shampoo. They experienced initial shedding and greying, but are satisfied with the results.
A person improved hair loss from Norwood 3 to Norwood 2 using a topical formula with minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin, plus oral minoxidil and red light therapy. There is skepticism about the treatment's effectiveness and concerns about misleading comparison photos.
The user has been using 1mg of Finasteride daily and vitamins for a month, noticing hair growth, especially at the temples. They plan to share their two-month progress in the future.
A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin). The original poster is considering using Min and other treatments but is hesitant about Fin, while the responses vary, with some advocating for early use of Fin and others warning about potential side effects.
User has been using Minoxidil twice daily for a year with good results and is considering adding a 1.5mm titanium derma roller for better hair regrowth. They seek advice on the best derma roller size and frequency of use, suggesting once a month or every 3-4 weeks.
The conversation discusses the severe shedding caused by Minoxidil, with users sharing their experiences and outcomes. Some report eventual regrowth, while others see no improvement or worsening hair loss.
A user who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for one year with no results, and the replies discuss other treatments, including dutasteride, which is feared due to potential side effects.