A user reported no improvement in hairloss after nearly a year of using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and weekly microneedling. Other users suggested the possibility of DUPA or retrograde alopecia and mentioned that treatments might only slow down hairloss rather than regrow hair.
People discussed which is better for hairloss treatment between a dermaroller and a dermastamp, concluding that a dermastamp is better. They also mentioned that a dermaroller can be used for beard growth.
The user discusses their long struggle with hairloss, considering various treatments like hair transplants, hair systems, and natural methods such as micro-needling, vitamin supplements, and a healthy lifestyle. They express concerns about side effects from drugs like finasteride and ultimately lean towards using a hair system for better appearance and confidence.
A user nearing 9 months of hairloss treatment reports using Minoxidil 5% liquid twice daily, Finasteride 1mg daily, and microneedling with a 1.5mm roller weekly. They also take Vitamin D, B7, Zinc, and considered but did not use Dutasteride or Ketoconazole shampoo.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatment using finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (1ml), noting significant shedding phases but hoping for improvement. Shedding is a common synchronized effect of the treatment, which may desynchronize over time, potentially taking over 5 years.
A user is considering a long-term hairloss treatment stack including Dutasteride, Finasteride, and oral Minoxidil, and is concerned about potential liver damage. Some responses suggest the stack is excessive, while others believe it's not harmful to the liver, but recommend regular blood work to monitor health.
The user has been treating hairloss for 2.5 years using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil with tretinoin, and microneedling, but is experiencing shedding and is unsure if further improvement is possible. Another person shared a similar experience with no gains despite similar treatments.
The user shared a 3.5-year hairloss treatment journey, starting with daily finasteride and oral minoxidil, then switching to finasteride 4 times a week and daily topical minoxidil. After about 2 years and 9 months, they added Dutasteride and Tamsulosin Hydrochloride to their regimen, but reduced the frequency due to side effects, and are currently satisfied with the results.
The post discusses a successful hairloss treatment involving a hair transplant, finasteride, and minoxidil. The user underwent a 2000 graft hair transplant at the hairline in a clinic in Sweden.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatments Minoxidil and Finasteride. They saw improvement but stopped using them, leading to significant hairloss, and are now considering restarting the treatments.
People shared mixed experiences with RU58841 for hairloss; one person saw no improvement, another had significant gains and uses it with finasteride, while a third had an allergic reaction to the premixed solution. Some mix RU58841 powder into minoxidil themselves.
New product Tomorrowlabs HSF targets hairloss through HIF pathway indirectly by removing scalp iron. Minoxidil and Stemoxydine also relate to HIF pathway.
The conversation discusses using peppermint oil for hairloss, with one user applying it undiluted to the scalp and another combining it with finasteride and microneedling. Some believe in its effectiveness despite limited scientific evidence, and also mention rosemary oil as potentially beneficial.
A user's progress with treating their hairloss by using Minoxidil twice daily and finasteride once daily, as well as suggestions to add microneedling and avoid tying the hair back.
A user's progress with their hairloss treatment, which includes finasteride and nizoral, as well as the potential for using minoxidil; other users providing advice based on their own experiences; and others discussing how buzz cuts can make diffuse thinning look worse than it is.
A user's experience with hairloss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.
A user's progress with treatments for hairloss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU. Other members of the conversation provided tips such as using Microneedling and Tretinoin to increase regrowth and wounding areas of the scalp that are thinning in order to fill them in.
A user's progress in treating their hairloss using Minoxidil, Finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, omega 3, D3 and Forcapil vitamins over the course of three months. Other users offered support and advice to the original poster.
Biotin supplements are not effective for hairloss unless you are actually deficient, which is rare. Some users report improved hair quality with biotin, but there's no evidence supporting its use for hairloss in healthy individuals.
User "missbloombastic" has been experiencing hairloss since 2016 and tried min, fin, multivitamins, and spiro with mixed results. Another user shares their struggle with hairloss and its impact on self-esteem, while a third user suggests checking blood tests and confirming the cause of hairloss.
A female user is experiencing severe hairloss, especially at the crown and front, with broken and dull hair despite using Moroccan oil, shea moisture shampoo, and coconut oil. She seeks recommendations for a clinic or doctor as previous doctors attributed the issue to stress but offered no solutions.
Switching to dutasteride as a hairloss prevention treatment, along with minoxidil, dermarolling and nizoral shampoo, and the potential benefits and side effects of using finasteride and/or dutasteride in combination with topical anti-androgens like RU58841.
The conversation discusses using finasteride for hairloss, with iron supplements helping to slow shedding. The user emphasizes that shedding doesn't necessarily mean permanent hairloss.
A male with early-stage hairloss experienced severe side effects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.
The user is using a hairloss treatment regimen that includes RU58841, minoxidil mixed with finasteride, adenosine, dermarolling with lidocaine cream, and biotin. They are questioning if they are dermarolling too aggressively and are willing to accept baldness if no improvement is seen in 6 months.
Oral minoxidil is effective for hairloss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.
PP405 is a new topical treatment for hairloss, showing promise in trials but still requires finasteride for maintenance. There is skepticism about its effectiveness and safety, with concerns about needing finasteride to maintain results.
Taking finasteride alone did not stop hairloss, but adding vitamin D3 and iron supplements improved hair coverage and quality. It's important to check and address deficiencies, but caution is advised with iron supplementation without medical guidance.
Finasteride and dutasteride must be taken continuously to prevent hairloss, and minoxidil should also be used long-term. Patience is needed as results from these treatments can take months to over a year to appear.