A user shared a 6-month hair loss treatment routine including Mexican finasteride (1.25mg every other day), daily minoxidil, bi-weekly dermarolling, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week, noting significant crown growth and some frontal hairline improvement with initial side effects that have since subsided. They are seeking advice to improve results, particularly at the frontal hairline, without resorting to a hair transplant.
User achieved hair regrowth using 1 mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and occasional microneedling. They are happy with the progress despite still having thin hair on top.
The conversation is about a person regrowing their hair in 7 weeks using scalp massages, peppermint oil, microneedling, and keratin shampoo without drugs. They experienced initial shedding but saw improvement after consistent treatment and shampooing every other day.
The user shared their nearly 3-year hair loss treatment journey, starting with minoxidil, then adding finasteride, nizoral shampoo, and microneedling, later incorporating oral minoxidil and RU58841, and recently switching to dutasteride. They are considering replacing RU58841 with pyrilutamide and are aware of the potential side effects of oral minoxidil on heart health.
A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.
A trans woman is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and HRT to address hair loss, with noticeable improvement in hairline shape and presence of vellus hairs. She is considering hair transplants if these treatments don't yield desired results within a year or two.
The conversation suggests that people should consult a dermatologist to understand their type of hair loss before starting treatments like finasteride or dutasteride, especially if they have autoimmune issues or low DHT. Some participants believe in starting treatment like finasteride immediately if hair loss is due to DHT, while others recommend ruling out other causes and considering minoxidil first, especially for younger individuals.
A user shared progress pictures using 5mg oral minoxidil and 100mg spironolactone, noting increased body hair and faster nail growth. Another user humorously suggested a new sub for people with similar experiences.
The user had a hair transplant 10 months ago and sees some improvement but still has thin spots. They previously used finasteride pills and now use a topical solution of minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin.
A dermatologist prescribed a topical hair loss treatment containing finasteride, biotin, melatonin, and caffeine without alcohol. The user is skeptical about its effectiveness.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil but started shedding hair after switching brands and adding treatments like Topical Finasteride and microneedling. They also faced increased hair loss after using Ketoconazole shampoo and are seeking advice on whether brand switching or the shampoo could be the cause.
After 3 months of using 5% topical minoxidil once a day and additional natural oils, a user reports good hair regrowth and is considering adding topical finasteride. They also use 0.5mm microneedling once a week.
A 22-year-old male is not seeing hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year and additional treatments for three months. Suggestions include improving scalp absorption with sea salt and trying a lipid-based solution, microneedling, and possibly switching to dutasteride if no improvement after 1-2 years.
The user is two months into a hair loss treatment routine using Minoxidil 5%, microneedling with a 1.5mm needle once a week, Finasteride, and Biotin+collagen supplements, reporting thicker hair. Another user suggests microneedling is very effective, and a question is asked about the timing of Minoxidil application after microneedling.
The user has been on a hair loss treatment for 14 months using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without seeing regrowth and is considering adding more drugs due to the psychological impact of hair loss. However, replies suggest the user may not actually be experiencing noticeable hair loss.
The conversation discusses the less impressive results of Pyrilutamide (kx-836) in phase 3 compared to phase 2, with a suggestion that a longer study might show more significant results. One user reports personal success with Pyrilutamide, experiencing no further hair loss and gradual regrowth.
A user is considering microneedling to enhance absorption of a prescribed topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and Latanoprost, while already taking oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride. They seek advice on the effectiveness and safety of combining these treatments, especially due to the cost and their desire to maximize results.
The conversation is about comparing the effectiveness of fluridil and clascoterone in preventing hair loss and inquiring about their use as standalone treatments. There is a question about the concentration of the fluridil brand for efficacy.
The user has been using 5% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride for 8 months with great results but noticed increased hair loss in winter. They also found vitamin deficiencies and improved their diet and exercise but are still experiencing hair loss.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatment progress using 1mg oral finasteride, 10% minoxidil, biotin 0.2%, and LATANO 0.005%. One user reports improved confidence, while another mentions increased libido and a history of depression.
The conversation is about a 37-year-old's three-year hair loss treatment with Minoxidil and Finasteride, and one week on RU58841. The user is seeking further improvement, which they describe as "greed."
A user underwent a hair transplant with 3200 grafts and plans to update others on their progress. They previously used minoxidil and finasteride to stabilize hair loss but opted for a transplant for better results.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, also using topical minoxidil, micro needling, keto shampoo, and PRP sessions. They've seen improvements, with reduced hair shedding and new hair growth, especially at the hairline.
The post is about a user who stopped using finasteride for hair loss and shaved his head, receiving positive feedback. The conversation includes discussions on side effects of finasteride, including potential fertility issues, and alternatives like minoxidil, dermarolling, and hair systems.
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, and collagen supplements, and reduced finasteride intake to once every 3 days due to minor libido decay.
A user noticing changes in the L'Oreal Serioxyl hair treatment, including a different smell, mismatched batch numbers, and a color change. They question if it's a new formula and seek alternatives to stemoxydine. Another user questions if the positive results were due to stemoxydine or other medications.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Dutasteride (DUT) and Finasteride (FIN) for hair loss. Users share varied experiences, with some finding DUT more effective and others experiencing side effects or no change, highlighting that individual responses can vary.
The post discusses a 21-month treatment of hair loss using Finasteride, a 13-month treatment with Minoxidil, and a 2-month treatment with Stemoxydine. Replies suggest enhancing results by adding a micro needling pen and tretinoin to the regimen, and consider Finasteride and Minoxidil as crucial treatments.
A user's successful hair loss treatment using ketoconazole shampoo, 0.5mg finasteride, and 5% liquid minoxidil. They noticed significant results after 4 months, with reduced hair fall observed earlier.