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      community Questions for long term topical minoxidil users from a newbie

       38 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user experienced hair shedding after stopping and restarting topical minoxidil due to side effects like facial edema and hirsutism. They are considering alternatives like low-dose oral minoxidil, PRP, and red light therapy, while others suggest finasteride and caution against combining multiple treatments without medical advice.

      community Using topicals after hair transplant if safe to do so

       5 upvotes 4 months ago
      After a hair transplant, it's advised to stop using RU58841 and minoxidil to avoid irritation, resuming them 25-30 days post-surgery if the scalp is healed. The user is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, but there are concerns about the safety and efficacy of RU58841 in humans.

      community My hair transformation oral fin+min topical min and HT

       37 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is 6 months post-hair transplant and uses finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, along with supplements like omega-3, vitamin D3, and zinc. They are experiencing significant shedding and seek advice on whether the medications are effective and if the shedding will settle.

      community Is PP405 actually different, or does it fall into the same pattern as previous treatments?

      6 months ago
      PP405 is being discussed as a potential new approach to hair loss by targeting follicle stem cells, suggesting a different mechanism from existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. However, there is skepticism about whether it will lead to meaningful long-term outcomes or follow the pattern of previous treatments that showed promise but lacked consistent results.

      community Ginsenoside enriched formulation

      1 year ago
      Panax ginseng, specifically a ginsenoside-enriched formulation, is suggested as a potential hair growth treatment alongside finasteride and minoxidil. The user is considering trying panax ginseng despite limited availability and evidence.

      community My GF says it’s working. Oral min, Dut, niz, micro needling, RU

       36 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user reports positive results in hair thickness using a regimen of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, RU58841, and mk677. They experienced minimal side effects, noting only temporary discomfort after starting dutasteride.

      community (4months, 25d) finasteride, ketoconazole, sulfur soap

       5 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatment using finasteride, ketoconazole, and sulfur soap, with consideration of starting dermastamp. The user prefers not to use minoxidil.

      community Sharing my hair regworth and treatments for the last 15 months

       242 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and improved scalp condition using GHK-Cu peptide, minoxidil, and finasteride over 15 months, with GHK-Cu alone showing noticeable results before adding the other treatments. They reported some side effects like scalp irritation and sleep disturbances but found the combination of treatments satisfactory and confidence-boosting.

      community 37m 2 month progress. Looks promising?

       23 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 37-year-old is using 1mg oral finasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, exosome treatments, TED, NOUVADerm, weekly microneedling, and PDO threads for hair loss. Users suggest waiting a few more months to see significant progress.

      community The guys using castor oil

       5 upvotes 10 years ago
      Users discuss using castor oil for hair loss, noting increased shedding initially but hoping it's temporary. They share tips on application and removal, with some combining it with other oils or using it orally.

      community What new hair-loss treatments actually look exciting right now (Oct 2025)

       171 upvotes 11 months ago
      New hair loss treatments include Breezula, PP405, ET-02, KX-826, GT20029, VDPHL01, and CosmeRNA, with some showing promise in reactivating stem cells and reversing greying. Breezula and VDPHL01 are highlighted as potential add-ons or alternatives to current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Q1/Q2 Exciting times ahead - hope!

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including Breezula, KX826, and PP405, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness compared to finasteride and minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about the new treatments, while others remain hopeful about future developments.

      community How do I layer multiple treatments?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user asks about the order and compatibility of using topical minoxidil, stemoxydine, The Ordinary natural moisturizing factors + HA for scalp, RU58841, and Nioxin system 2 leave-in treatment. They seek advice on layering these hair loss treatments.

      community My protocol for combatting hair loss

       5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss treatment protocol involving microneedling, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a scalp massager with oils. Some users advise starting with fewer treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to avoid potential side effects.

      community How much caffeine to add to home solution

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is creating a home topical solution for hair loss using zinc, essential oils, and caffeine, aiming for a 0.001% caffeine concentration. They also use topical finasteride and are considering other treatments like low-level laser therapy, while discussing the effectiveness of various hair loss treatments with others.

      community Creating my own finasteride topical solution

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about someone who had a bad reaction to Minoxidil, is now using Stemoxydine, and wants to create a topical finasteride solution. They are seeking advice on obtaining pure finasteride powder in Europe/UK and tips for making the solution.

      community HT - Currently 19 days Post-OP

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 30-year-old male, 19 days post-hair transplant, is experiencing normal shedding and is concerned about hair loss. He is taking Dutasteride and Minoxidil tablets daily and is advised to trust the process as shedding is a typical phase.

      community 4.5 months of Dut/5% topical min

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP saw significant hair growth after starting scalp exfoliation and using 5% topical minoxidil for 4.5 months, along with microneedling initially. Users discussed the benefits of exfoliation and inquired about experiences with finasteride and dutasteride.

      community Exosomes - do they work as results look promising?

       2 upvotes 6 years ago
      Exosomes are being considered for hair regrowth, with some users reporting initial improvement. One user moved on to using dutasteride and oral minoxidil with positive results.

      community Is the juice worth the squeeze? I'm concerned about density.

      in Progress Pictures 11 months ago
      The user is using biotin, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, green tea, Minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and derma rolling to combat hair loss but is hesitant to use finasteride due to potential side effects. Others suggest that without finasteride or dutasteride, the natural approach is unlikely to be effective long-term.