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 post discusses the difference in effects of Minoxidil (Min) on scalp and facial hair. The user questions why Min-induced hairgrowth on the scalp is temporary, while facial hairgrowth seems permanent, even after stopping Min. They propose theories, including different Min mechanisms on body and facial hair, the role of DHT, and the possibility of not achieving fully terminal hair. The responses include personal experiences and theories about Min's effects on hairgrowth.
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.
The user is experimenting with taking 1-1.5ml of pure castor oil orally daily as an alternative to minoxidil for hairgrowth. They aim to find a safer option that promotes overall body and head hairgrowth without the side effects of minoxidil.
A new study that found a single chemical could potentially be responsible for hair loss, and the potential to use this discovery to stimulate hairgrowth. The conversation also includes various treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, DUT, and Botox for hair loss.
User shared 9-month progress using Minoxidil 5% (switched to 10% last 3 months) and Finasteride 1mg daily for hairgrowth. Experienced improvement in hair volume, but crown still not fully filled; considering transplant if no further progress.
User reports 1 year of Finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and occasional dermapen use led to significant hairgrowth improvement. Others discuss effectiveness for diffuse thinning and request detailed routine.
User reports being on finasteride for 3 months, experiencing initial shedding but noticing new hairgrowth and increased density. They also started using castor oil daily and considered trimming their long hair to improve visual thickness.
The conversation discusses using RU58841, topical finasteride/minoxidil, MK677, and microneedling as treatments for hair loss. MK677 is mentioned as a growth hormone that improves hair health and recovery from microneedling.
A user shared their 4-month experience using minoxidil twice daily for hair loss, noting significant but slow progress in hairgrowth, especially around the temples and hairline. They also mentioned side effects like facial hairgrowth and dryness, and recommended minoxidil over other treatments like castor and coconut oil.
The conversation discusses using Botox to treat male pattern baldness, suggesting it may promote hairgrowth by increasing scalp blood flow and oxygen, reducing dihydrotestosterone levels. The user wonders why this treatment is not widely discussed or if it has been discredited.
A user switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride and increased their oral minoxidil dose to 5mg daily, resulting in significant hair regrowth in three months. They stopped using tretinoin and reported minimal hair shedding and noticeable new hairgrowth.
The user has been using finasteride for 4 months with positive results, including thicker and darker hair. They are seeking advice on maximizing hairgrowth without minoxidil, using a routine that includes finasteride, rosemary oil, argan oil, topical melatonin, specialized shampoos, and vitamins.
A user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using oral Minoxidil and Finasteride, noting significant hairgrowth and some greying. Replies praised the results and inquired about the user's age, who is 33.
A user shared their 6-month progress using 3 mg oral Minoxidil and 1.25 mg oral Finasteride for hair loss. They experienced new hairgrowth, some facial hair thickening, and no significant side effects.
A user has been using Finasteride for 1.2 years with no regrowth but no further hair loss. They started Oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg and are seeing some progress with new hairgrowth.
User has been on 1mg finasteride for 6 months, using minoxidil, derma rolling, rosemary oil, and pumpkin seed oil, seeing new but thin hairgrowth. Another user advises patience, noting hair loss stabilization and some regrowth.
A 21-year-old has been using 0.4mg finasteride and 1mg oral minoxidil (increased to 2mg) for 9 months with no noticeable hairgrowth and worsening hair condition. They are considering stopping finasteride due to side effects and are seeking advice on other treatments.
A user who didn't respond well to minoxidil and finasteride is considering the role of IGF-1 in hair loss treatment effectiveness. They discuss the potential of using HGH to improve hairgrowth and other health issues, referencing several sources that suggest IGF-1 levels may influence hair loss and treatment response.
The conversation is about a 21-year-old using finasteride, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, hairgrowth serums, and exosome therapy to treat early-stage thinning on the crown. They are questioning if these treatments are sufficient to improve hair thickness.