A user's nine-month journey of hairgrowth with treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral; some participants thought the user had a hair transplant while others disagreed.
The conversation is about skepticism regarding hairgrowth results after 4 months of using finasteride and minoxidil. Many users doubt the authenticity of the progress pictures, suggesting the hairgrowth is too rapid to be real.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after two months back on finasteride and minoxidil, following a two-year break. The user also mentioned experimenting with hair dye and considering growing their hair for an undercut.
Peppermint oil may be beneficial for hairgrowth, potentially outperforming minoxidil. Users discuss its effectiveness compared to other treatments like finasteride and RU58841.
A user proposed genetically engineering scalp stem cells to stop androgen receptors from causing hair loss. Others discussed the feasibility, existing research, and potential issues with this approach, including targeting the correct cells and unintended effects.
People shared experiences of hair loss after stopping minoxidil, despite also using finasteride. Some tried microneedling or hair transplants, but stopping minoxidil often led to significant hairline recession.
Tretinoin may improve minoxidil's effectiveness for hairgrowth, but results vary; some users report no change or potential hair loss acceleration. Tretinoin is included in some topical hair loss treatments sold by dermatologists and online companies.
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This post by PastelDeUva discusses their experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss treatments, which they stopped using for a year before resuming due to family's negative opinion. After restarting, they posted photos of the progression/regression of their hairline and are now planning on adding finasteride and dermarolling in order to get good results.
Finasteride is essential for hair loss prevention, while minoxidil is optional. Additional treatments include a natural shampoo, a healthy diet, scalp massages, microneedling, laser therapy, and supplements like fish oils and biotin.
The user has been using finasteride and ketoconazole for hair loss and is considering changing shampoos due to dryness caused by ketoconazole. Responses suggest that stopping ketoconazole won't affect hair loss unless the user has seborrheic dermatitis, and recommend using conditioner or using ketoconazole shampoo less frequently.
Hair regrowth from treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, and finasteride is not permanent; stopping these treatments typically results in hair loss resuming. Beard hair can become permanent with minoxidil use, unlike scalp hair, which requires ongoing treatment to maintain gains.
The user had a hair transplant in Turkey and started taking finasteride to maintain hairgrowth. They are satisfied with the results and plan to continue using finasteride while being cautious about hairstyles to prevent traction alopecia.
User is using topical Minoxidil (100 mg/day) and Finasteride (1 mg/day) but experiencing hairgrowth everywhere except the top of the scalp. They seek advice on improving scalp hair regrowth.
The conversation discusses why DHT (dihydrotestosterone) negatively affects scalp hair but promotes growth elsewhere on the body. Various opinions include genetic predispositions, differences in hair follicle reactions to DHT, and the potential role of Omega-3 in reducing inflammation and promoting hair health.
Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.
The conversation discusses using T3 (triiodothyronine) as a topical treatment for hairgrowth, with some users noting it showed promising results in studies but lacked follow-up. Users express interest in trying T3 due to its potential effectiveness compared to Minoxidil.
The user shared a 7-year hair progress journey, starting with occasional minoxidil use and later including a finasteride prescription, online prescriptions, and microneedling. Significant hairgrowth was achieved, but side effects led to a reduction in medication dosage.
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 to promote hairgrowth in areas such as the crown and temples. The user has shared their progress since August 2022 after using Manual's all-in-one capsule treatment plan.
The progress of a user's hairgrowth after taking finasteride and oral minoxidil for nearly a year. There was discussion about dosages and other forms of treatment such as topical minoxidil.
Minoxidil effective for regrowth but causes dryness; finasteride stops hair loss but may affect hormones; dutasteride powerful but reduces libido; RU58841 thickens hair but expensive and risky; dermarolling improves blood flow and results; aminexil overrated and not effective. Dermarolling beneficial with both minoxidil and finasteride.
A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe side effects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.
Finasteride is believed to slow down hair loss significantly, but may not completely stop it for everyone. Effectiveness and duration vary by individual, with some users experiencing positive results for over 10 years, while others see less benefit.
A user using finasteride and dutasteride to treat hair loss, but still losing hair rapidly after stopping minoxidil. Replies suggest that the user should try oral minoxidil or switch to dutasteride for better results.
The user's decision to shave their head rather than continue using drugs like finasteride and minoxidil to try and stophair loss, as well as other suggestions such as scalp micropigmentation.
User "Jordan_cadagan" shares 11-month progress using minoxidil and finasteride for hairgrowth, with impressive results. Users discuss application methods, ice baths possibly helping, and daily dosages.
Minoxidil can prevent hair follicle miniaturization, not just stimulate hairgrowth. Finasteride and dutasteride don't work for everyone, suggesting DHT may not be the sole cause of hair loss; hair loss could be due to multiple factors, including autoimmune conditions.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Propecia, Rogaine, Nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. Users shared experiences and results, with some noticing improvements in hairgrowth and maintenance.
The importance of lighting when taking progress pictures and discussing hairgrowth, as dramatic changes can be seen even without real improvements. The users also discussed methods such as Fin min and dermarolling for treating hair loss.
Treating Black/ethnic hair loss with a combination of Minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral shampoo and derma pen treatments, as well as occasional Jamaican Black Caster Oil use. The user documented their progress over the course of 3.5 months, showing improvement in hairgrowth.
Hair loss prevention and regrowth regimen includes finasteride, oral minoxidil, stemoxydine, hairgrowth serum, derma rolling, and ketocanazole shampoo. Users discuss efficacy, safety, and personal experiences with treatments.