A 23-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil nightly, seeing new hairgrowth after two months. Others share experiences and advice, noting progress and potential shedding.
Cyperus rotundus oil is suggested as a natural treatment for androgenic alopecia, potentially inhibiting hairgrowth without affecting testosterone levels. The conversation questions its effectiveness and safety for scalp use.
The conversation is about whether one can start with minoxidil and then switch to alternatives like rosemary oil or redensyl to maintain hairgrowth. The consensus is that alternatives like rosemary oil are ineffective.
Oral minoxidil can significantly increase eyelash length and thickness. Users report mixed results on hairgrowth, with some experiencing increased body hair.
The user has been using Finasteride 1mg, 5% Minoxidil, Nizoral, and derma stamping for one month. Opinions on hair regrowth are mixed, with some seeing new growth and others attributing changes to longer hair.
A user shared their experience with a homemade essential oils shampoo for hair loss after stopping finasteride due to side effects. They reported healthier, shinier hair and new body hairgrowth but no scalp regrowth yet.
A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using finasteride, noting hairgrowth and minimal side effects. They suggested adding minoxidil for further hairgrowth if needed.
A user humorously discusses the effects of using too much minoxidil, with replies joking about hairgrowth and treatments like oral minoxidil. The conversation includes light-hearted comments and laughter about the situation.
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A user is asking where to find Tretinoin/retinol serum in the UK to use alongside Minoxidil for better hairgrowth results. They believe Tretinoin can enhance Minoxidil's effectiveness.
A user is seeking recommendations for purchasing 1mm to 1.5mm derma rollers in the U.S. for better hairgrowth results, as they are currently using a 0.25mm roller.
A user added 1% NMN to their 5% minoxidil mix for hair loss, which also includes melatonin, ginkgo, nettle root, and plans to add caffeine. They are asking if anyone has tried topical NMN for hairgrowth.
The conversation discusses whether using pyrilutamide would interfere with minoxidil's ability to regrow hair, considering pyrilutamide is seen as a maintenance drug that stops shedding, while minoxidil promotes hairgrowth but causes initial shedding.
A user discusses using latanoprost, a costly treatment that may extend the hairgrowth phase and improve hair quality, wondering why it's not more popular. They already use a combination of finasteride and minoxidil and plan to incorporate latanoprost into their routine.
A user has been on finasteride for over a year with minimal hair regrowth and is considering stopping it, despite no side effects. They are also planning a hair transplant and seeking additional hairgrowth treatments, while managing high testosterone and scalp issues like dandruff and oiliness.
A user shared progress pictures after three months of using topical minoxidil for hair loss, planning to add dermarolling later. Some responders are skeptical of the rapid hairgrowth, while others are impressed or question the authenticity of the photos.
Minoxidil is working effectively for the user, showing visible progress in hairgrowth. The user also uses rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil, and a dermaroller, and is considering finasteride.
The user has been using 1mg of Finasteride daily and vitamins for a month, noticing hairgrowth, especially at the temples. They plan to share their two-month progress in the future.
The user "macroburstmedia" is asking if adding topical minoxidil to their current treatment of oral minoxidil and finasteride can improve hairgrowth. Some users have shared their experiences with using both oral and topical minoxidil, while others suggest increasing the oral minoxidil dose instead.
The post and conversation are about the user's experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss. Some users noticed increased hair density, while others experienced unwanted hairgrowth in different areas of the body.
The conversation discusses adding melatonin powder to a topical finasteride solution for hair loss, with one reply suggesting that melatonin may promote faster hairgrowth but advising against mixing it directly into the solution due to potential instability.
The post and conversation are about a user's successful regrowth of hair using topical minoxidil and rosemary shampoo. Other users discuss the potential limitations of minoxidil and recommend using finasteride to maintain hairgrowth.
User took 0.5mg Finasteride daily and 1x Minoxidil daily for 3 months, experienced positive hairgrowth and temporary side effects. Recommends sticking with treatment and adjusting dosage if needed.
CraigMeyerShirtPants used oral finasteride for 15 months and topical minoxidil for 6 months, seeing significant hairgrowth after cutting hair 4 months ago. Users congratulated and asked about age, brand, and side effects.
The conversation is about whether adding tretinoin to minoxidil can make someone who didn't respond to minoxidil alone start seeing hairgrowth results. One person believes the evidence supporting this combination is weak.
The conversation discusses making a topical melatonin solution for hair loss treatment, questioning if isopropyl alcohol can dissolve melatonin. Melatonin is soluble in lipids and alcohol, but it's unstable and should be mixed fresh regularly; it may help hairgrowth by affecting certain cellular signaling pathways and has anti-androgenic effects.
A user is attempting to recover from severe hair loss using 1.25mg finasteride, 5mg topical minoxidil twice daily, pyrilutamide for a month, RU58841 for two weeks, and weekly microneedling at 1.5mm. They have seen new hairgrowth after two months and plan to continue the treatment for a year with the hope of regrowing enough hair for a transplant.
This user uses a combination of finasteride and oral minoxidil to treat hair loss, and reports that the treatment has had an impact on his growth without any major side effects. He also shares advice on how to obtain the necessary medications in certain countries.
This user has had success with Minoxidil foam, achieving significant hairgrowth in three months without using finasteride or derma rolling. They are considering incorporating a DHT reducing strategy such as finasteride in the future.