Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hairgrowth.
Minoxidil, often combined with microneedling, has helped some users improve hairgrowth at the temples and hairline. Finasteride is also mentioned as a treatment, with mixed results on its effectiveness.
People discuss using Tretinoin for both skin anti-aging and improving hair loss treatments. They mention combining Tretinoin with Minoxidil to enhance its effectiveness for hairgrowth.
The post discusses a user's hair loss treatment journey over a year, using finasteride, dutasteride (dut), and oral minoxidil (min). The user found finasteride ineffective, switched to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and noticed improvements, but couldn't determine which of the latter two treatments was most effective.
A user is considering switching from oral minoxidil to a combination of 5% topical minoxidil and tretinoin to reduce hypertrichosis. They hope this combination will be effective without causing excessive body hairgrowth.
The user uses 1mg fin every other day, a topical solution of 5% min + 0.1% fin nightly, and seeks advice on oils for hairgrowth. Replies suggest oils are ineffective and recommend sticking with fin and min treatments.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Maneup GHK-Cu hairgrowth 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.
A user reported that Minoxidil, a hairgrowth treatment, stopped working for them despite initial success. Other users suggested not taking breaks from the treatment, checking for fake products, trying microneedling, using oral Minoxidil, combining Minoxidil with tretinoin, and using finasteride.
The user is seeking help with using Ell-Cranell for hair loss treatment. They are unsure about the correct application method and dosage. They also inquire about combining microneedling with topical alfatradiol and question a study that referred to alfatradiol as a hairgrowth inhibitor in male mice.
Fin and minoxidil, in combination with dermarolling, as an effective path for hairgrowth. The post also provides advice about needle depth and frequency, as well as other treatments (foam and oral) which may be beneficial.
The conversation is about comparing the effectiveness of Minoxidil alone versus Minoxidil combined with other substances like Tretinoin, LCLT, Procapil, Aminexil, and Capixyl for hairgrowth. One user did not understand the terms used.
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 experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hairgrowth treatments.
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.
A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hairgrowth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.
The post discusses a user's 6-month progress using topical finasteride (0.08%) and minoxidil (5%) once a day, combined with scalp micropigmentation (SMP). The user hopes for improved hairgrowth as they let their hair grow out.
A user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp, showing 2.5 weeks of hairgrowth. They reported no side effects and take 1 mg of finasteride daily.
A user asked if anyone who didn't respond to minoxidil saw improvement after adding tretinoin. One person replied they saw hairgrowth on their hairline after using a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin, suggesting tretinoin may have made them respond to minoxidil.
BionicBell discussed using Bimatoprost, a medication typically for eyelash growth, for hair loss and mentioned a compounding pharmacy that can mix it with other ingredients like minoxidil and finasteride. They are seeking advice on using topical finasteride for female pattern baldness and are considering a custom foam combination to maximize hairgrowth results.
The user has been on finasteride for 16 months and is considering natural remedies like peppermint oil, rosemary oil, saw palmetto, green tea extract, l-lysine, and oral castor oil to enhance hairgrowth in addition to finasteride. They are interested in the potential benefits of combining these natural treatments with finasteride to improve hair loss outcomes.
A user reported using a 1mm derma stamp, rosemary oil, and pumpkin seed oil for 2 months and noticed baby hairgrowth where there was none before. They are questioning if this is real growth or just miniaturized hair.
The post discusses the use of El-Cranell, which contains Alfatradiol, and Quercetin as a treatment for hair loss. The user is seeking recommendations on the amount of Quercetin to add to the solution. The conclusion of the document is that Quercetin has been shown to stimulate hairgrowth and inhibit DHT, and combining it with zinc/copper may have a synergistic effect.
User experienced hairgrowth after 11 months using 15% Minoxidil, topical and oral Finasteride, and Ketoconazole Shampoo. Hair remained full even while using steroids and SARMs.
The user is exploring hairgrowth stimulants other than Minoxidil, mentioning Stemoxydine, various peptides, drugs like Latanoprost and Bimatoprost, and natural remedies such as Rosemary Oil and Caffeine. They express concerns about the long-term effectiveness and safety of these alternatives and seek more information on viable options for hair regrowth.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, caffeine, biotin, and RU58841, along with weekly dermarolling. However, others advised against the user's plan to switch to rosemary oil and microneedling only, emphasizing the importance of continuing the current treatment to maintain the results.
User reports more hairgrowth after 2.5 months using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, though new hair is thinner. Others praise the progress and express hope.
The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen that includes applying various topical solutions and taking oral medication. They are mixing their topical treatments to save time but are concerned about the effectiveness of the treatments when combined and stored.
User shared hairgrowth progress since January using treatments like minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, biotin oil, and derma roller. Others suggested solutions for minoxidil side effects and recommended adding a multivitamin.