Use retin-a cream and maintain a good skincare routine to counteract skin issues caused by topical minoxidil. Taking sublingual minoxidil can also be beneficial.
User experienced hair losssince 16, used Fin, Minox, and Nizoral withsuccess but stopped due to side effects. Now using Pur D'or shampoo, Rogaine foam, scalp massages, volumizing spray, and dermarolling for hair maintenance.
A woman experiencing hair lossand facial hair growthsuspects PCOS or androgenic alopecia and is considering treatments like Rogaine, but is concerned about the cost. She has tried varioushair care methodsand is awaiting a hormone doctor appointment, while otherssuggest she may have a hormonal imbalance and recommend seeing a gynecologist or trying cheaper versions of Rogaine.
Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hair loss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally more effective.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride and considering a switch to dutasteride due to hairline recession. Userssuggest trying minoxidil or dermarolling before switching, while others recommend dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss.
A 42-year-old user shared a 4-month update on their hair regrowth using a "nuclear stack" including oral and topical minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, micro-needling, keto shampoo, saw palmetto, biotin, multivitamins, scalp massages, and inversion table. They reported significant progress with minimal side effectsand plan to continue the routine.
The conversation is about choosing between finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Most users prefer finasteride, citing its effectiveness in stopping hair loss, while some mention using both for better results.
A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.
The conversation discusseshair loss treatments, withsome users advocating for finasteride and minoxidil, while others express concerns about potential side effects of finasteride. A social media influencer is criticized for promoting scalp massagesand minoxidil over finasteride, whichsome believe is misinformation.
The conversation discusses whether long-term use of finasteride (Fin) isharmful to the liver, with various opinions on side effectsand comparisons to other substances. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil (Min), and RU58841 (RU).
A 19-year-old is concerned about going bald and disagrees with their parents who suggest therapy, believing hair loss will negatively impact their life. Some suggest therapy can help with the emotional aspects, while otherssupport using finasteride and focusing on what makes the individual happy.
Natural remedies like rosemary oil, coconut oil, and onion juice are generally seen as less effective compared to medical treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some users believe natural oils can help, but modern medicine is often more reliable.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user should consider using treatmentssuch as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 to potentially reverse their hair loss. Other suggestions include using hair loss concealersand maintaining a healthy diet.
The user "Curious_Conflict_959" shared a progress picture of their hair transplant after 5 months. They used a low dosage of RU on native hairsandhad PRP treatments. All hair losshasstopped.
User had a hair transplant in 2016 but stopped taking finasteride due to side effect concerns. Now considering another transplant andstarting finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to improve hair situation.
The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such asstudiesand experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.
This conversation is about a user who has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil to treat their hair loss, with the result being an intense shedding period. Other usershave offered advice and encouragement for them to keep going with the treatment, suggesting they may see significant regrowth in 6 months time.
Considering treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, Fluridil and Pyrilutamide. The user is weighing the risks of taking unapproved medication before it has been mass produced.
Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormonessuch as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.
The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hair loss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effectsandsafety.
A user experienced puffy nipplesand lumps from finasteride, leading to a dilemma between continuing treatment with potential surgery or accepting hair loss. They restarted finasteride at a lower dose withsupplements but still face side effectsand are seeking advice on whether to persist or stop.
A 21 year old male who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 3 months to treat hair loss, and otherssharing their experiences with the same treatments.
The user experienced hair loss despite using Fin and Min for 12 yearsandswitched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.
Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin andhair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin andsexual dysfunction.
Topical finasteride may reduce more scalp DHT but isseen as inconsistent and messy compared to oral finasteride. Users report mixed results with both forms, withsome preferring oral for its convenience and consistent dosing, while others find topical effective but harder to apply.
OP transitioned and used Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Minoxidil, and dermarolling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. They advise this method may not be suitable for cis men.
User shared a 2-year progress update on hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil for ease of use andshowed significant improvement.
User shared progress pictures after 9 months of using minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and estradiol for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noted, especially after starting estradiol.
Some people claim Dutasteride worsened their hair loss, causing concern among users. Reasonssuggested include initial shedding phases, incorrect attribution to Dutasteride when other factors are involved, genetic variations affecting drug response, and the possibility of non-authentic medication.
A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences withheart issuesand minoxidil, withsome suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.