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      community Derma told me to quit finastirde

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  276 upvotes 10 months ago
      A dermatologist advised stopping finasteride after 3-6 months, but many users disagreed, stating it should be used indefinitely to maintain hair. Users recommended finding a new dermatologist due to the perceived misinformation.

      community If you cannot tolerate fin, are natural oil even worth it

       8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, but natural oils like pumpkin seed oil and saw palmetto are not proven to be effective. Topical finasteride may be an option for those who cannot tolerate oral finasteride.

      community New study on applying minox right after derma stamp

       47 upvotes 1 month ago
      Microneedling combined with minoxidil and finasteride improves hair growth in androgenetic alopecia, with effectiveness varying by severity. The study was retracted due to concerns about validity and potential AI-generated content.

      community 3 months progress!! Fin + Min + Derma roller + Nizoral Shampoo.

       565 upvotes 3 years ago
      The post discusses a user's successful hair regrowth after 3 months using 1 mg oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, weekly 1.5mm derma rolling, and Nizoral shampoo every other day, with no side effects. The conversation includes various responses, questions about the user's ethnicity and previous scalp condition, and suggestions for topical treatments.

      community 75 days on 1Mg fin , 24M , what my dermat gave me shocked me a bit

       2 upvotes 6 days ago
      The user has been using 1 mg finasteride for 75 days without side effects but is concerned about starting 10% minoxidil due to potential resistance, considering starting with 5% instead. The dermatologist also prescribed a serum containing procapil, redensyl, follicusan, and anagain, but the user is unsure about the best approach to using minoxidil.

      community 9 tough months after DHI/ FUE HT. Since on meds Topical Min 5% & Fin 0,0025%, Ket, Derma, Vitamins. Any improvements?

      in Transplants  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user underwent a hair transplant in Turkey and has been using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.0025% finasteride, along with Ket 2% shampoo and derma rolling, to maintain hair status. They are uncertain about improvements, noting thicker non-transplanted hair, and are considering increasing medication frequency to enhance results.

      community Novel effect of sildenafil (cialis) on hair growth

       19 upvotes 4 years ago
      Sildenafil (Viagra) shows potential for hair growth by enhancing dermal papilla cell proliferation and stimulating perifollicular vessel formation. Users discuss the possibility of using Cialis (tadalafil) similarly, noting its benefits and side effects.

      community Microneedling question on frequency

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the proper frequency and needle length for microneedling to treat hair loss, with a user asking if they should use a 0.5 mm derma stamp daily and a 1.5 mm stamp once a week.

      community How you guys use minoxidil? Need advice.

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old with Norwood 4 hair loss is using minoxidil, finasteride, oral minoxidil, a multivitamin, and derma rolling, seeking advice on whether to increase minoxidil usage despite cost concerns. A dermatologist recommended the regimen, and the user added derma rolling and tretinoin.

      community 5 months on 5% min + 1 mg finastreride.

       1097 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their experience using 5% minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride daily, and weekly derma stamping for hair loss, noting no crown thinning but front diffuse thinning and hairline issues. They experienced fewer side effects on 0.5 mg finasteride but returned to 1 mg, and did not experience shedding after starting treatment.

      community 1.5 years of fin & 2 years of min (oral)

      in Progress Pictures  391 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral minoxidil for 2 years and finasteride for 1.5 years, with no side effects reported. They are considering derma rolling and possibly a hair transplant in the future.

      community What's the general consensus on microneedling here?

      in Microneedling  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, focusing on optimal needle depth and frequency. Users report varying practices, with some using Minoxidil after microneedling and others suggesting different depths and frequencies based on personal tolerance.

      community What’s the consensus on The Ordinary multipeptide hair serum?

       10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The Ordinary multipeptide hair serum is used alongside treatments like minoxidil, topical finasteride, and derma rolling, with some users reporting hair thickening and vellus hair regrowth. However, experiences vary, and some users are skeptical due to the lack of solid evidence and mixed efficacy reports.

      community Almost 10 months progress on oral min, topical min, oral fin

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has seen good progress in hair density after almost 10 months using 0.6 mg oral minoxidil, 1.25 mg oral finasteride every other day, and topical minoxidil twice daily, along with weekly derma stamping. They experienced side effects with higher doses of minoxidil and encourage others to try these treatments.

      community THERE IS HOPE - Progress Pictures - Combo Therapy - Fin/Min/Needling

      in Minoxidil  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old male shared his hair loss journey, using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, derma rolling, and recently switching to dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. He observed significant regrowth but progress slowed, hoping new treatments will enhance results.

      community 3 month progress (min+fin) - really happy!

       431 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is happy with their 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, derma stamping 1-2 times a week, and WaterMans shampoo. They noticed improvements despite initial shedding and stopped taking creatine, which they suspect might have affected hair loss.

      community Anything Else?

       5 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation is about a user seeking advice on hair loss treatments, using minoxidil, Propecia, biotin, clobetasol, castor oil, and a derma roller. Suggestions include cold showers, a healthy diet, exercise, and sleep.

      community 3 months in on oral Dut/Min. The shed is REAL

       45 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after three months on oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Vitamin D3, but remains hopeful as shedding can indicate treatment effectiveness. They consider adding topical Minoxidil and dermal needling, while others advise patience.

      community 1 year daily dut progress 0.5mg

      in Progress Pictures  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 0.5mg daily dutasteride for a year without seeing progress and previously used oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. They are considering a hair transplant and discussing various treatments like scalp massages, derma rolling, and different medication dosages.