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      community How to deal with overproduction of sebum?

       10 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and excessive sebum production, considering Accutane as a potential solution after trying dutasteride and oral minoxidil without success. Other users suggest treatments like Nizoral shampoo, finasteride, beclomethasone dipropionate lotion, and topical androgen receptor inhibitors.

      community Minox 3mg, Finasteride 1.2mg (6 month perfect adherence)

       370 upvotes 5 months ago
      Significant hair improvement was achieved using 3mg Minoxidil and 1.2mg Finasteride over six months, with no side effects, leading to reconsideration of a hair transplant. A detailed skincare routine, including tretinoin and SPF, also improved skin appearance.

      community Oral min update for anyone curious. Finally past shedding and getting some bonus features.

       6 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user reports improved hair thickness and regrowth after three months of using oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, biotin gummies, and ketoconazole shampoo, with no side effects so far. Another user shares a similar regimen, switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to continued hairline recession.

      community How can this be? I'm on a damn MTF regimen and still getting decimated

      in Transgender 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a person using minoxidil, finasteride, estrogen, and bicalutamide to combat hair loss, expressing frustration and desperation over their situation. They are advised against using female hormones and encouraged to focus on finasteride and minoxidil, with suggestions to seek therapy for mental health support.

      community Can tretinoin cause problems or issues with min?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a topical routine of finasteride and minoxidil, noticing increased hair growth, and is considering adding tretinoin for skin issues. Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness, but care should be taken to allow proper absorption to avoid unintended facial hair growth.

      community 7 month hairline recovery (jul - feb)

      in Progress Pictures  174 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 7-month hairline recovery using 1 mg finasteride and 5 mg minoxidil daily. They experienced significant hair growth, including unwanted facial hair, and discussed potential side effects and dosage adjustments with others.

      community Depressed that topical dut+min is causing unwanted hair everywhere on my face. Is there anything can I do?

      in Minoxidil  21 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing excessive hair growth on their body due to using topical minoxidil and dutasteride. The suggested solutions are shaving off the excess hair or considering laser epilation. It is mentioned that dutasteride does not cause extra hair growth, while minoxidil can stimulate hair growth in unintended areas. The user is advised to lower the dosage, concentration, or frequency of use and only apply the treatment to the desired areas.

      community Why not Travopost? More effective than min, and stackable.

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Travoprost may be more effective than minoxidil for hair growth and can be used alongside it, but its effectiveness is debated due to inconsistent dosing results. Travoprost is expensive and not widely used, with alternatives like latanoprost and bimatoprost being more accessible.

      community i got more results 1 month 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg dutasteride then i did 6 months on finasteride and topical minoxidil

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  49 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported better hair regrowth with 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg dutasteride than with finasteride and topical minoxidil, calling topical minoxidil a scam. Replies varied, with some defending topical minoxidil, questioning the user's application method, and suggesting that previous treatments might be contributing to the observed results.

      community 6 Months of treatment fin + min and dut + min

       13 upvotes 3 days ago
      The user started a hair loss treatment with finasteride and minoxidil, then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, experiencing increased body hair and reduced alcohol tolerance. They plan to get a hair transplant in 12 months and have received compliments on their eyelashes.

      community 1.2 mg fin/3 mg min + 4 month update. How we lookin?

       30 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user reported using 1.2 mg finasteride and 3 mg minoxidil, experiencing initial shedding and increased hair growth on knuckles, arms, and forehead. They did not notice any significant side effects.

      community 10mg Minoxidil - 3 months progress

       141 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 29-year-old male in Australia has been using 10mg of oral minoxidil for almost three months, experiencing significant hair growth but also hair growth on other body parts. He was prescribed this dosage without requesting it and has not experienced side effects, though others in the conversation express concern about the high dosage and suggest considering finasteride or dutasteride.

      community Finally got some results, thanks min and dut

       138 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride, noting thicker and darker hair with some shedding. They plan to reduce minoxidil dosage due to side effects and are hopeful for further improvements with continued dutasteride use.

      community Almost 6 months on Oral fin and Oral Min HAIRLINE

       189 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hairline improvement after almost six months using 1.25mg oral finasteride daily, 5mg oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo weekly, with side effects including increased body hair growth. They plan to switch to dutasteride and finasteride, and have stopped using a dermastamp due to irritation.

      community Male 43, Minoxodil & Finasteride journey

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 43-year-old male is using oral and topical minoxidil and oral finasteride to address hair loss, experiencing minimal shedding and side effects, but noticing increased facial hair growth. He plans to reduce the topical minoxidil application and continue the regimen for a year to evaluate its effectiveness.

      community 6 years oral minoxidil 5mg, dut 0.5 everyday, dermarolling 2.5 weeks 1.5mm

       1139 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their 6-year journey using oral minoxidil 5mg, dutasteride 0.5mg daily, and dermarolling every 2.5 weeks at 1.5mm, experiencing significant hair regrowth despite initial shedding when switching brands. They attribute their success to a combination of treatments and emphasize the mental challenges faced during the process.

      community Oral Minoxidil Is Turning Me Into a Gorilla

       945 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is causing excessive body hair growth, including on the face, back, and shoulders, while not improving scalp hairline. Users suggest laser hair removal and switching to topical minoxidil to manage unwanted hair growth.

      community What do your guys routine look like?

       5 upvotes 3 months ago
      People are using various treatments for hair loss, including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, tretinoin, and RU58841. Some are experimenting with additional compounds like GhK-cu and are interested in future treatments like extended-release oral minoxidil.

      community Enough to make a grown man cry

      in Chat  517 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss can significantly impact self-esteem and perceived attractiveness, with many feeling that balding negatively alters facial appearance. Some suggest treatments like hair systems, while others recommend embracing baldness, but the stigma and mental health effects remain challenging, especially for young men.

      community The Oral minoxidil eyelashes are insane

       396 upvotes 3 months ago
      Oral minoxidil significantly enhances eyelash growth, with some users experiencing increased body hair. Finasteride is used alongside to manage hair thinning, with mixed results on body hair growth.

      community Avodart Dutasteride 0.5mg and Roma Minoxidil 2.5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using Avodart Dutasteride 0.5mg and Roma Minoxidil 2.5mg to combat hair loss, with advice suggesting this combination is effective but may take 3-6 months to show results. The user is considering whether to continue the treatment or buzz their hair, seeking reassurance and advice from others.

      community Get your iron and ferritin levels checked

       7 upvotes 5 months ago
      Low iron and ferritin levels can contribute to hair shedding, and low ferritin can reduce the effectiveness of finasteride. Supplementing iron and vitamin D can help improve hair growth and overall health.

      community 7 months of topical min and RU, stabilized or any new growth?

       4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is discussing hair regrowth after 7 months of using topical minoxidil and RU58841, with some microneedling. They are hesitant to switch to finasteride or dutasteride and are seeking input on whether there is new growth or just more miniaturization.