Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    240-270 / 1000+ results

      community Shedding phase... It's brutal lol

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss after previously trying them separately without success. They are experiencing a shedding phase but are committed to the treatment.

      community Alcohol-free minoxidil available in Europe

       5 upvotes 9 months ago
      Alcohol-free minoxidil options in Europe, particularly from a German pharmacy, are recommended for those with seborrheic dermatitis. Users suggest alternatives like Alopexy and Doppelherz foam, and emphasize avoiding propylene glycol and alcohol to reduce irritation.

      community 30M, my diffuse thinning crown looks a little less worse when I just blow dry it

       4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 30-year-old man discusses his diffuse thinning crown and hair styling techniques, noting that blow-drying without products makes his hair look better. He has been using 5% topical minoxidil for 4 years, 5mg oral minoxidil for 2 years, and 0.5mg oral dutasteride for 1.5 years, with some progress in slowing hair loss.

      community Red and ichy pimples/rash from applying topical minoxidil

       2 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced red pimples and a rash from using topical minoxidil, possibly due to propylene glycol. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, switching to foam without propylene glycol, using Nizoral, and adjusting application timing.

      community Hair shed after adding tretinoin with topical minoxydil

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Adding tretinoin to a minoxidil routine can cause initial hair shedding, which may be normal as it potentially increases minoxidil's efficacy. Users suggest being cautious with tretinoin application, especially around microneedling, to avoid increased systemic absorption.

      community Can trichodynia ruin an exosome treatment?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has tried various hair loss treatments including topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and exosome therapy, but none have been effective. They suspect trichodynia might be preventing these treatments from working.

      community Dermatitis and Nizoral

      7 years ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced hair loss and dermatitis, which improved with tea tree oil and neem extract. He is considering using a 2% Ketoconazole solution for further treatment.

      community 2-Deoxy-D-Ribose official Product

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      2-Deoxy-D-Ribose is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but skepticism exists due to lack of human testing. The original poster uses a combination of topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, topical RU58841, and other treatments, reporting some hair regrowth but not significant results.

      community Losing hairs on aggressive treatment.

      in Transgender  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using estradiol, bicalutamide, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil. They stopped minoxidil temporarily, which worsened their condition, and are considering oral minoxidil but are concerned about side effects and cost.

      community Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 1 year ago
      Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil use, with suggestions to reduce dosage or switch to finasteride. Users recommend hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, or electrolysis to manage excess facial hair.

      community Serioxyl / Stemoxydine no longer available

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Stemoxydine is no longer available on Amazon in the US, and users discuss alternatives for making topical finasteride. OP cannot use minoxidil due to side effects and seeks other solutions.

      community What’s the best microneedling protocol?

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 11 months ago
      Microneedling for hair loss involves using a derminator pen at a depth of 1-1.5mm, typically once a week or biweekly, with a 12-24 hour wait before applying minoxidil. Cleaning involves alcohol wipes, and it's advised to change needles after each use and avoid styling products on the day of microneedling.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

       63 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community Anyone else having a bad summer shed?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      Users are experiencing increased hair shedding despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, hair vitamins, and DHT shampoo. Some note this happens seasonally, while others are concerned their treatments are no longer effective.

      community Two Shedding Cycles? Telogen effluvium or not?

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after extended fasting, initially thought to be Telogen Effluvium, but later suspected male pattern baldness. They tried finasteride briefly but stopped due to concerns about side effects, and are unsure if the hair loss is due to Telogen Effluvium or another cause.

      community I guess I’m cooked. 1mg fin/day 2.5 mg min/day + topical tretinoin (3x/week) + topical min/day. June 2023-june 2025

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg minoxidil daily, topical tretinoin three times a week, and topical minoxidil daily from June 2023 to June 2025 without noticeable improvement in hair loss. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride and increasing oral minoxidil to 5mg daily, but concerns about long-term health effects are raised.

      community Is microneedling with 0.75 mm weekly too aggressive?

       5 upvotes 1 month ago
      Microneedling with a 0.75 mm depth weekly may be too aggressive for scalp recovery, with some users suggesting longer recovery times. Opinions vary on its effectiveness for hair loss, with some users combining it with minoxidil and others questioning its efficacy and safety.

      community Does anyone plan to microneedle their whole life?

       4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 19-year-old is concerned about long-term microneedling for hair loss and is unsure if it will remain effective as they age. They experienced side effects from topical finasteride and are considering whether to try it again in the future, while also dealing with body dysmorphia and stress.

      community Microneedling without topical minoxidil. What's the consensus?

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 9 months ago
      Microneedling is more effective when combined with minoxidil, especially for temple regrowth, but is considered near-useless on its own. Users suggest combining microneedling with oral minoxidil and dutasteride for better results, while some caution against potential scalp damage.