Minoxidil and finasteride significantly improved the user's hairgrowth over six months, with no reported side effects. The user recommends these treatments for others experiencing hair loss.
Significant hair regrowth and increased confidence after using 1 mg finasteride for 6 months and 5 mg oral minoxidil for 3 months. No major side effects, except unwanted hairgrowth near temples and eyebrows.
Emerging hair loss treatments like PP405, a topical MPC inhibitor, show promise in activating stem cells for hairgrowth. The conversation seeks information on the development stages and accessibility of these treatments.
ET-02 (RS 5441) shows promising results for hairgrowth, performing better in humans than in mice. There is debate over the effectiveness compared to minoxidil, with some users wanting more detailed data.
Minoxidil alone is not enough for long-term hairgrowth without a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride. Users suggest trying lower doses of finasteride or switching to dutasteride to manage side effects and improve results.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and adding oral minoxidil improved hairgrowth. A healthier lifestyle, including quitting smoking and better diet, also contributed to the progress.
Travoprost may be more effective than minoxidil for hairgrowth and can be used alongside it, but its effectiveness is debated due to inconsistent dosing results. Travoprost is expensive and not widely used, with alternatives like latanoprost and bimatoprost being more accessible.
Finasteride prevents further hair loss by blocking DHT, while minoxidil stimulates hairgrowth by prolonging the active phase of hair follicles. Stopping minoxidil can lead to loss of regrown hair because finasteride does not address the same growth mechanism.
A hair loss treatment plan includes finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and microneedling to inhibit DHT and promote hairgrowth. It also recommends supplements like Reishi and Lion’s Mane mushrooms, and a shampoo with ketoconazole, caffeine, and melatonin.
Finasteride stops hair loss by blocking DHT, while Minoxidil promotes hairgrowth by increasing blood flow to hair follicles. Using both can help regrow hair, but results vary by individual.
Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride are effectively promoting hairgrowth with minimal side effects, such as no impact on sex drive. Users report positive results and reduced hair shedding, with some using a combination of topical foam containing both minoxidil and finasteride.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil over five months, with noticeable improvements in hairline and temple areas. The user experienced minimal side effects, mainly increased eyebrow and eyelash growth, and attributes additional physical improvements to weight loss and exercise.
Affordable 92-LED caps may be more effective for hairgrowth than expensive 270-laser caps due to higher power output and irradiance. The LED caps deliver more energy to the scalp, making them a cost-effective alternative for red light therapy.
Microneedling alone is not effective in maintaining minoxidil results for hairgrowth. Combining microneedling with minoxidil and finasteride may enhance results, but microneedling by itself is not a reliable treatment.
AHK-Cu peptide is considered better than GHK-Cu for hairgrowth. The user is seeking recommendations for trusted AHK-Cu peptide brands with third-party testing.
A user with Androgenetic Alopecia is seeking advice on hairgrowth treatments while planning for pregnancy. Current routine includes LaserCap, Nizoral Shampoo, scalp massage, The Ordinary Multi Peptide Serum, vitamin D, prenatal vitamins, and SEEN shampoo.
A user shared a video suggesting that 0.5mm microneedles are most effective for hairgrowth. Other users mentioned different microneedle lengths and advised consulting a dermatologist for personalized treatment.
Combining Minoxidil with Peppermint or Rosemary Oil may enhance hairgrowth. Users discuss the potential benefits of this combination for treating hair loss.
The user reports taking high dosage oral minoxidil (10mg/day) for hairgrowth, which causes facial bloating. They tried using the diuretic furosemide to reduce bloating, but it was ineffective.
A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hairgrowth and shedding. Minoxidil caused new facial hairgrowth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.
The conversation discusses using oral castor oil as a hairgrowth stimulant for beard and scalp hair. One user questions its use, noting castor oil is typically a laxative in the Philippines.
The user is asking if caffeine topicals are effective for hairgrowth, noting they already use Minoxidil and finasteride. They are unsure if caffeine topicals are beneficial or a waste of money.
The conversation is a humorous discussion about excessive hairgrowth due to using minoxidil, with suggestions of laser hair removal and comments on the appearance of the hair. Some users joke about starting finasteride treatment at a young age or being non-responders to hair loss treatments.
Someone asked if Stemoxydine is effective for hair loss and if it improves hairgrowth or thickness. They also requested safe purchasing sources due to concerns about counterfeit products.
The conversation discusses whether drinking coffee affects the hairgrowth benefits of Minoxidil, with one user mentioning that Minoxidil's vasodilation is stronger than caffeine's vasoconstriction, and another sharing personal experience of better hairgrowth after quitting caffeine while on Minoxidil.
A user reported less hair shedding using melatonin spray and is considering trying topical oxytocin or estrogel for hairgrowth, but is concerned about potential side effects like breast development. Topical oxytocin has been found to promote hairgrowth by increasing growth factors.
The user shared progress pictures showing improvement in hairgrowth after one year of using finasteride and minoxidil. They are considering microneedling to further improve their hairline and have chosen to use a derma stamp.