community Stop Using Salicylic acid on your face if using minoxidil for beard growth
Salicylic acid can reduce the effectiveness of minoxidil for beard growth. Users discuss avoiding salicylic acid when using minoxidil.
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240-270 / 1000+ resultscommunity What all oils could be useful to augment hair growth
The user uses 1mg fin every other day, a topical solution of 5% min + 0.1% fin nightly, and seeks advice on oils for hair growth. Replies suggest oils are ineffective and recommend sticking with fin and min treatments.
community Is Biotin or Keratin shampoo better for hair health/growth
Biotin and Keratin shampoos are discussed for hair health and growth. Users suggest shampoos alone don't significantly aid hair growth.
community Does it work? Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum, a topical treatment for hair loss. The user is considering trying it but is skeptical due to issues others have had with DIY injections of a similar substance.
community Aronia Chokeberry and Cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside for Hair Growth (AGA) Study
A natural compound called C3A from Aronia Chokeberry can help prevent hair loss by counteracting the effects of DHT. The user has been taking 50 grams of dried organic Aronia Chokeberry daily for 30 days and will update with photos in 60 days.
community Procyanidin B-2: A Secret Ingredient On Your Hair Growth Journey
The conversation discusses hair loss and specific treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. It also highlights Procyanidin B-2 as a secret ingredient for hair growth.
community Topical Melatonin, Hair Loss/Growth, and Seb Derm (Seborrheic Dermatitis)
Topical melatonin was found to significantly increase hair density and decrease scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis. The user is considering using it alongside finasteride and oral minoxidil for treating hair loss and scalp health.
community Anyone have an opinion on this: Promotion of Hair Growth by Rosmarinus officinalis Leaf Extract. They aimed to find out if Rosemary Oil is able to inhibit activity of 5α-Reductase.
Rosemary Oil may inhibit the activity of 5α-Reductase, potentially promoting hair growth. Specific treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
community Can diet play a big role in preventing loss/ speeding up growth? Are there foods that slow down hair growth?
User experienced hair loss on the top of the head for 2 years, noticed improvement after adding a smoothie with various fruits, vegetables, and seeds to their diet. They observed increased hair growth after 2 weeks of this dietary change.
community Treatment of Finasteride Induced Gynecomastia (Male breast tissue growth)
Finasteride can cause gynecomastia, which may be reversible by stopping the drug and using selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) like tamoxifen. Lifestyle changes such as weight loss and avoiding alcohol can also help, but surgery may be needed if the condition persists.
community Need advice, seeing growth by using just a derma roller
User reports using a derma roller daily, seeing new hair growth along the hairline without using Minoxidil or finasteride. They seek advice on further promoting hair growth with their current routine.
community Aveda composition oil helpful or damaging for hair growth?
A user is questioning if Aveda composition oil promotes hair growth or blocks it, listing its ingredients. They are experiencing severe hair thinning and are unsure if they should continue using the product.
community My results & the importance of nutrition on hair health and growth. (M/30, Diffuse Thinner)
A 30-year-old man with diffuse hair thinning shared his hair regrowth regimen, which includes increasing Vitamin D intake, taking oral castor oil, using a dermapen, and various supplements like Glycine, K2, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate, and a multivitamin. He also mentioned inconsistent use of Minoxidil, Peppermint Oil, Zix, and topical Castor Oil, and negative side effects from Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral.
community Ultrax Labs Hair Surge Caffeine Hair Loss Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo - For real?
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Ultrax Labs Hair Surge Caffeine Hair Loss Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo, with the original poster questioning if the positive reviews are genuine or not. No specific treatments were discussed.
community [M19] Dutasteride, is this the start of gyno growth or just nipple sensitivity?
A 19-year-old male switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hair thinning and is experiencing increased nipple sensitivity and a small lump, raising concerns about gynecomastia. Suggestions include slowing the transition, checking hormone levels, and considering an aromatase inhibitor.
community 18M on Fin+min, are these baby hairs growth
A user on finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamp, and Nizoral is seeing baby hairs and asks if it's regrowth. Another user confirms it is regrowth and encourages them to continue.
community Thoughts on topical vitamin C (added to shampoo, or a serum) effecting hair growth, thickness etc?
The conversation discusses using topical vitamin C in shampoo or serum for hair growth and thickness. The user mentions using the Nioxin system to maintain thick hair and is curious about the effects of vitamin C on hair growth.
community 6 months on dutasteride, hair growth. this stuff really works! Last pic is start of my journey. Hair is all the way up
A user who has had success with using Dutasteride to regrow their hair after previously having results with Finasteride, with others questioning the switch and asking about potential side effects.
community 3 months on fin/min/derma stamp. 2.5 weeks of hair growth in both pictures
A user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp, showing 2.5 weeks of hair growth. They reported no side effects and take 1 mg of finasteride daily.
community Obviously, all of us who are serious take antiandrogens and growth stimulants - what else are you doing lifestyle wise, dietary wise, and regiment wise to maximize your results?
The user follows a hair loss treatment routine including Propecia, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, and plans to switch to dutasteride. They also focus on lifestyle changes, dietary supplements, and are considering laser therapy.
community Some more realistic 15 months fin+min results. No loss, but also basically no growth. HT unfortunately seems like the only option left at this point :/
User shared 15-month results using finasteride and minoxidil, showing no loss but minimal growth, considering a hair transplant. Replies suggest starting treatment earlier, continuing current treatment, or getting a transplant.
community Been doing daily 3% topical peppermint oil for 6+ months (never used minoxidil). Have had growth that seems as good as minoxidil. Might strenghten the idea that peppermint is a good low-cost treatment, that potentially works by another route than minoxidil.
The user has been using finasteride, nizoral, microneedling, and recently added 3% peppermint oil to their hair loss treatment, experiencing regrowth similar to minoxidil. They suggest peppermint oil as a potentially effective, low-cost alternative or addition to minoxidil, with the added benefit of a pleasant smell and ease of use.
community Here is some hope. Big 4. A lot of growth. Pics.
The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and a castor oil and peppermint mix after initially having a significant hair loss. They reported no lasting side effects from finasteride and believe dermarolling contributed to their hairline growth.
community Reducing tension on the back, sides and top of head causes hair growth in MPB sufferers. Studies inside
Reducing scalp tension can help reverse male pattern baldness (MPB). Firm scalp massages and scalp stretching exercises are beneficial.
community Found it. Sulforaphane, a phytochemical in broccoli sprouts, promotes hair growth (60% regeneration in mice) by accelerating the degradation of DHT.
Sulforaphane, found in broccoli sprouts, promotes hair growth by degrading DHT. Users discuss its potential benefits and joke about unconventional application methods.
community Preparation and evaluation of a hair wax containing propolis and Eruca sativa seed oil for hair growth. - PubMed
The conversation discusses using a hair wax containing propolis and Eruca sativa seed oil for hair growth. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Has anyone here tried topical synthetic prostaglandins (Bimatoprost, Latanoprost, cetirizine) to stimulate hair growth?
The conversation discusses using topical synthetic prostaglandins like Bimatoprost, Latanoprost, and cetirizine for hair growth. The user shares a link suggesting these treatments may be effective.
community I used 1mm derma stamp, and rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil for 2 months, saw baby hair growing, before there wasn't any, is this real growth or just miniaturized hair?
A user reported using a 1mm derma stamp, rosemary oil, and pumpkin seed oil for 2 months and noticed baby hair growth where there was none before. They are questioning if this is real growth or just miniaturized hair.
community Three months of changing my diet, adding collagen and vitamins into my daily intake. Possible growth?
A person noticed hair thinning, changed their diet, and added collagen and vitamins to see if it would improve hair growth before starting finasteride and considering a hair transplant. Commenters suggest the appearance of hair regrowth may be due to the way the hair is combed rather than actual growth.
community So I earlier used to use the alchol variant but it lead to dryness in scalp and I switched to a non alchol variant that contains oleanolic acid , is it more or less the same , coz I heard alchol helps in better penetration so wondering if this would reduce my hair growth.
The user switched from an alcohol-based Minoxidil to a non-alcohol variant with oleanolic acid due to scalp dryness. They are concerned if the non-alcohol variant will be less effective for hair growth.