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      community Going for mixology with fingers crossed.

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      The user is experimenting with a mix of topical treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil, to improve hair growth, particularly at the temples and core. They are also trying various oils, despite skepticism about their effectiveness, to see if they can enhance results without causing harm.

      community How to properly use and store RU58841?

       2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is using RU58841, dutasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss, storing RU58841 in the fridge and applying it nightly. They report more baby hairs on the temples but are unsure if it's due to new growth or miniaturization, and seek advice on mixing and results from RU58841.

      community How do you actually "apply" topical minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses various methods for applying topical minoxidil to the scalp, including using fingers, a shoe polish bottle, a dropper, a toothbrush, a q-tip, a makeup brush, and a syringe. Users emphasize the importance of massaging the product into the scalp for better absorption.

      community Tretinoin buffering before minoxidil

       7 upvotes 2 months ago
      Buffering tretinoin with a moisturizer before applying minoxidil may help with itchy dandruff. Exfoliating the scalp with fingertips and using olive oil or conditioner can remove product buildup.

      community Going from ingesting topical minoxidil to oral tablets?

       9 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is considering switching from topical minoxidil to oral tablets due to cost and convenience, but is concerned about dosage differences and potential hair loss. They have been ingesting minoxidil residue from their fingers, leading to unwanted body hair growth, and are also taking dutasteride.

      community Which RU58841 vendor do you use, and how do you store your topical solution?

       2 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is considering adding RU58841 to their hair loss treatment regimen, seeking advice on trusted vendors, storage, and solution concentration. They currently use Finasteride and Dutasteride and are advised to store RU58841 in a fridge during hot months and that K&B and ethanol + PG solutions are equally effective, with irritation varying by individual.

      community Minoxidil Storage Conditions in Summer

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Store minoxidil and minoxidil+finasteride solutions in a cool environment, ideally below 25°C, to maintain effectiveness. Consider using a wine cellar or fridge for stable, low temperatures.

      community 3 months in - I feel optimistic

      in Is this regrowth?  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is optimistic about hair regrowth after 3 months of using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice daily, and microneedling once a week. They report improvements in hair density and color, particularly at the crown and fringe.

      community 4 month update to my hair regrowth journey

      in Progress Pictures  74 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared a four-month update on their hair regrowth journey using 1mg daily finasteride, 5mg daily oral minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling, noting significant improvement in hair thickness and uniform growth. They reported no side effects from minoxidil except increased hair growth on arms, fingers, and eyelashes.

      community 4 months fin + 6 months minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  571 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using finasteride (1mg daily) for 4 months and minoxidil (topical, 1ml daily) for 6 months, with no significant side effects. The user experienced initial shedding but now reports no hair loss when running fingers through hair.

      community Potential pp405 info next week at masters of athetics

       53 upvotes 9 months ago
      Discussion on hair loss treatments, focusing on pp405, with skepticism about its effectiveness and concerns about its association with the cosmetic industry. Users also mention treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Switched to Dutasteride from Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and noticed less hair shedding, questioning if it's due to dutasteride's effects. Others shared mixed experiences with shedding and side effects after switching, with some seeing improvements and others experiencing continued shedding.

      community Rosemary Oil and Coconut oil Mix

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Mixing rosemary oil and coconut oil for scalp application is discussed, with some users suggesting it may not be effective for hair regrowth compared to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Others mention that rosemary oil might have some benefits similar to minoxidil, but not as effective as pharmaceuticals.

      community Hair still shedding after finasteride intake.

       4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing hair shedding after switching to a lower dose of topical finasteride due to side effects from the oral version. They are unsure if the shedding is normal or related to the dosage change.

      community About 3 weeks into Dut and Min

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair shedding after starting Dutasteride and Minoxidil about three weeks ago and is concerned about the amount of hair loss. Other users suggest that shedding is normal and not to be discouraged.

      community Minoxidil Foam Application advice

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      People discuss different methods for applying minoxidil foam to the scalp, with some using their hands, caps, or brushes for better coverage. Concerns about finasteride causing hair shedding are addressed, clarifying that healthy hair should not fall out.

      community 2.5 months on 0.5 dut and 2.5 minoxidil (UK)

       41 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing potential hair regrowth after 2.5 months using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5% minoxidil, with minor side effects. They plan to update their progress in 9 months.