Finasteride worked well for over a year, but hair started falling out again despite positive lifestyle changes. The user is unsure if it's due to stress, vitamins, or finasteride losing effectiveness.
A user noticed hair loss after stopping the use of coconutoil due to cold weather. Another user suggested that the scalp might have become unhealthy from the dry conditions and lack of oil.
A user stopped using minoxidil due to scalp irritation and is now using peppermint oil, noticing improved hair appearance but no growth yet. They are seeking a minoxidil brand that doesn't irritate the scalp and asking if others have had success with peppermint oil for hair loss.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using a dermaroller and a mix of rosemary oil with jojoba oil three times a week for less than six months. Another user asked for clarification on the frequency of dermarolling andoil use.
A user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using 1mg finasteride, a 0.25mm derma roller with rosemary oil, and biotin pills for hair loss. They reported being very happy with the results.
Jordan-Iliad has been using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, saw palmetto, peppermint and jojoba oils, ketoconazole shampoo, and Purador shampoo/conditioner for 3 months to treat their hair loss with stunning results. They have also recently started taking oral minoxidil 1.25mg/day in hopes of achieving even better results over the next 3 months.
A person with hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis saw improvement after treating the condition and using 5mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, collagen, biotin, and vitamins. They are asking if the progress is real, and others have noted the oral minoxidil as a significant treatment.
The user has been using finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil once daily, and various oils but continues to experience hair loss. They are considering whether to increase the finasteride dosage or maintain the current regimen until a hair transplant.
A user's progress with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, dermarolling and ketoconazole shampoo; showing results of going from bald to having some hair growth. Replies include encouragement, admiration, and disappointment at not seeing similar results.
The user noticed increased hair shedding and thinning after using rosemary oil diluted with coconutoil for two weeks. They are questioning if rosemary oil causes shedding similar to minoxidil.
A female user is experiencing severe hair loss, especially at the crown and front, with broken and dull hair despite using Moroccan oil, shea moisture shampoo, andcoconutoil. She seeks recommendations for a clinic or doctor as previous doctors attributed the issue to stress but offered no solutions.
A user experienced a dry, scaly scalp two weeks after microneedling with a dermapen at 1mm and applying Rogaine foam. They tried moisturizers andcoconutoil without success and are seeking advice.
A 21-year-old is seeking advice on using minoxidil for hair loss and asks about combining it with rosemary andcoconutoil. The response suggests using finasteride to stop hair loss and minoxidil to regrow hair, and confirms that rosemary andcoconutoil can be used alongside these treatments.
The conversation discusses complementary treatments for hair loss while using finasteride and minoxidil, including scalp massagers, scrubs, coconutoil, and vitamin supplements. The user seeks opinions on these additional treatments.
The user reported using Morr-F (topical finasteride and minoxidil), microneedling, castor andcoconutoil, rosemary oil, and various supplements. They observed some hair regrowth, particularly fine hair on the crown and hairline, after four months of needling and three weeks of Morr-F.
The user is seeking advice for frizzy hair, having tried coconutoil without success and considering Olaplex products. They are looking for effective product recommendations.
A user with diffuse thinning shares a tip for improving hair appearance by using a shea butter andcoconutoil serum from Trader Joe's at night. They are on finasteride and considering adding minoxidil for better results.
A user underwent a hair transplant with 3500 grafts at WSC clinic in Istanbul and uses finasteride, biotin, multivitamins, minoxidil with finasteride, biotin shampoo, andcoconutoil with peppermint oil for hair loss treatment. Another user commented that the result looks like a barren patch of hair.
User started Finasteride for hair loss, combining it with Saw Palmetto, Fenugreek seeds, almonds, bananas, eggs, and a coconut-castor oil mixture. Early updates show initial shedding and tiny new hair growth at the temples.
A 30-year-old from Mexico shares his 9-month experience using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and minoxidil for hair loss, reporting no major side effects except for hair dryness. He advises using conditionerandcoconutoil to minimize hair breakage and encourages others to try these treatments while seeking help if hair loss affects mental health.
A user shared their 4-month experience using minoxidil twice daily for hair loss, noting significant but slow progress in hair growth, especially around the temples and hairline. They also mentioned side effects like facial hair growth and dryness, and recommended minoxidil over other treatments like castor andcoconutoil.
User is using rosemary oiland castor oil for hair loss, alongside 1mg finasteride for the past 7 months. They find castor oil difficult to apply due to its thick texture and are seeking advice on whether to dilute it.
People discussed using peppermint, lavender, rosemary, and pumpkin seed oils for hair regrowth or thickening. They shared personal experiences and recommendations on using these oils alone or in combination.
The user saw significant hair regrowth after using rosemary-castor oil, scalp massages, a derma roller, biotin shampoo, minoxidil-finasteride spray, and a PRP injection. They plan to continue this routine.
A user shared their 2-month results using Minoxidil 5%, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and castor oil for hair loss. They stopped using finasteride due to side effects.
The user started treating hair loss with minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, dermarolling, and castor oil, and noticed small hairs growing at the temples. They plan to add biotin and azelaic acid to their routine but are avoiding finasteride due to potential side effects.
The conversation is about using another shampoo after Nizoral to improve hair appearance without reducing ketoconazole's efficacy. Users also discuss adding coconutoil to Nizoral to prevent hair dryness.
A user found that scalp itch might be linked to inflammation rather than DHT alone and noticed hair improvement with certain cancer drugs. They also discovered that black seed oil relieved their scalp itch and are experimenting with a mix of essential oils for dry scalp, questioning if oils affect minoxidil absorption.