This user has had success with Minoxidil foam, achieving significant hair growth in three months without using finasteride or derma rolling. They are considering incorporating a DHT reducing strategy such as finasteride in the future.
A 20-year-old user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 5% minoxidil foam and finasteride for four months, starting to see results after two months with no side effects. They also cut off damaged hair ends, wash their hair every other day, and advise managing stress to improve hair loss outcomes.
Liquid and foamminoxidil are equally effective for treating hair loss. Liquid minoxidil may be slightly better absorbed due to propylene-glycol, but both forms work well.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth and thickness after one year of using Dutasteride and Minoxidil Foam. They mentioned regrowing hair on their temples and achieving the thickest hair since high school.
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This user has been using Kirkland Minoxidil foam and 1 mg finasteride for 8 months, as well as a diet change, regular exercise, and daily biotin and Animal Pak supplements to treat their hair loss. So far they have not experienced any side effects from the finasteride.
The user has been using minoxidil foam and mesotherapy with dutasteride since February 2024 for hair loss. They are seeking opinions on their progress, considering dermarolling, and asking for shampoo suggestions.
The user has been using 5% Minoxidil foam twice daily, microneedling every two weeks, and Nizoral 2% shampoo weekly for hair loss treatment. They've seen improvements in their hairline and eyelashes, and are considering adding finasteride to their regimen.
The post and conversation are about a user's progress with hair loss using oral finasteride and minoxidil foam. The user experienced new hair growth after 6-8 months and had to shave their head a few times, but continued taking the treatments and is happy with the results.
The conversation is about a user's hair transplant progress using 3000 grafts with DHI technique, foamMinoxidil, Tretinoin, and Dutasteride after 5.5 months. Commenters are impressed with the results, noting significant improvement.
The user has been using finasteride for five years and minoxidil foam for 1.5 years to combat hair loss, experiencing significant regrowth after an initial shedding phase with minoxidil. They shared progress pictures and discussed treatment experiences, including the addition of minoxidil to their regimen after noticing reduced efficacy with finasteride alone.
A user shared their progress using liquid minoxidil for hair regrowth and plans to switch to foamminoxidil due to flaking. They asked if the foam version would maintain their results and mentioned considering adding finasteride and a derma pen soon.
Progress (in a good way). How often did you take biotin?
KarensAnon: I took biotin once daily.
KarensAnon has made 3-month progress with the use of Minoxidil foam, 0.5mm micro-needling weekly, and biotin to combat hair loss which had started at age 19. They plan to further their treatment by adding finasteride soon.
A user who experienced significant hair growth after using finasteride and minoxidil foam for five and six months respectively, with the addition of a hair transplant.
A compounding pharmacist offers affordable topical finasteride foam with Anagain and micro-dose finasteride capsules for hair loss. They provide telehealth services across Canada and private appointments for international patients.
The user has been using Finasteride 1mg, Topical FoamMinoxidil 5%, and a DermaRoller weekly for 4 months to combat low hair density. Despite initial shedding, they have seen satisfactory progress and reduced shedding recently.
After 9 months of using Dutasteride, oral and foamMinoxidil, Zinc, Vitamin D, Nizoral shampoo, and microneedling, combined with reduced stress, an individual restored their hair. They saw significant improvement despite initial worsening, and had low Vitamin D levels which they corrected with supplements.
Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foamminoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.
The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.
A user experienced a painful rash from both liquid and foamminoxidil, suggesting an allergy to minoxidil itself. They are seeking others with similar experiences.
User uses Costco brand Minoxidil as a hair product for styling and hold. Others agree that foam version is better for styling and less greasy than liquid.
User shared progress after 5 months of using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and weekly derma rolling. Positive feedback highlights increased hair count and thickness.
Fin and minoxidil, in combination with dermarolling, as an effective path for hair growth. The post also provides advice about needle depth and frequency, as well as other treatments (foam and oral) which may be beneficial.
Minoxidil may age skin by slowing collagen synthesis, but using collagen peptides and a basic skincare routine might counteract this. Foamminoxidil could reduce systemic absorption and avoid alcohol-related side effects.
A user recommends a device from Amazon to apply minoxidil directly to the scalp without wasting it. Another user asks if it can be used with foamminoxidil.
A 31-year-old male has been using 1 mg oral finasteride and topical Kirkland minoxidil foam for three months, along with occasional dermastamping and Nizoral shampoo. He plans to be more consistent with dermastamping.
The user has been using finasteride (0.5mg), minoxidil (5% foam), dermarolling, and rosemary oil for 3 months, noticing baby hairs and some shedding. Advice given includes continuing the current treatment, considering additional treatments, and potentially increasing the finasteride dose.
The user reported hair regrowth after using 1 mg finasteride daily for 4 months, foamminoxidil twice daily for 6 months, and 5000 mcg biotin daily for 4 months. Commenters are impressed with the results and some are considering starting finasteride after seeing the progress.
Hydrocortisone is not recommended for long-term use on the scalp due to potential side effects like thinning and steroid-related issues. Alternatives like foamminoxidil or oral minoxidil are suggested, though foam may be less effective.