A user's experience of slowing hairloss while taking minoxidil and finasteride, and the various treatments suggested to help halt or reverse the process.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss and recently added microneedling and biotin vitamins to their routine. They are asking if microneedling can regrow hair in completely bald areas, specifically around the temples and above/in front of the ears.
The conversation discusses various factors affecting hairloss, not just DHT, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin. Some users report personal experiences with these treatments and hormone tests, while others speculate on the role of hormones like prolactin and cortisol in hairloss.
A user's journey with hairloss and their use of topical finasteride, minoxidil and pyri/minoxidil ratio treatments to attempt hair regrowth. Replies focused on offering support and advice while sharing personal experiences with different treatments.
A user tried BeauTop (Primal Hair) for hairloss, alongside a topical blend of finasteride, rapamycin, and caffeine, and noticed positive results. They cannot confirm BeauTop is the sole reason for improvement and are curious about others' experiences.
A user is skeptical about a "miracle hair cream" claiming to reverse hairloss and seeks opinions on its effectiveness. They are already using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermastamping weekly but want additional help for temple hair growth.
User discusses two medications for stopping hairloss: Fin (finasteride) and Dut (dutasteride). Mixed experiences and side effects are shared, with some users seeing positive results.
A user's experience with an expensive hairloss clinic that failed to produce the desired results, and advice from other users on treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of reducing DHT for hairloss treatment and explores alternative approaches like reducing androgen receptor sensitivity. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide (KX-826), GT20029, and RU58841.
The user discusses the potential impact of external DHT in sebum on hairloss and plans to wash their hair daily with salicylic acid exfoliation. They believe this might help reduce hairloss despite internal factors.
A woman discovered her long-term hairloss was due to undiagnosed anemia, with ferritin levels as low as 9. After starting iron supplements, she saw significant hair regrowth, especially in previously bald areas, though some spots remain unchanged.
A user's progress with hairloss treatment, which includes taking finasteride pills and using minoxidil once daily; discussing the effects of these treatments and the experience of shedding and regrowth; and advice on adding microneedling.
The conversation is about disappointment with hairloss progress despite using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, tretinoin, and a dermaroller. Direct sunlight revealed more hairloss than expected, prompting continued treatment and hope for improvement.
A 14 year old who is experiencing hairloss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hairloss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hairloss.
A 34-year-old man experienced hairloss during the COVID-19 pandemic and successfully treated it using minoxidil, reducing shampoo use, and taking fenugreek. He saw significant improvement within a few months and no longer appears bald.
People notice more young individuals experiencing hairloss and discuss possible reasons, such as diet, hormones, and stress. Some treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
28-year-old struggles with aggressive hairloss since 18, used minoxidil with limited success. Tried hair systems but found them expensive, shaved head for job interviews but plans to return to hair systems.
A 29 year old female with hairloss issues that have been linked to PCOS; the user has started taking Spironolactone and iron supplements in hopes of regrowing their hair, but is wondering if it's too late.
A user's success with the hairloss treatments finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral shampoo and dermarolling; discussion about how to use minoxidil on temples; and the importance of being happy in one's own skin regardless of results.
The user has been treating hairloss for 15 months using a regimen that includes 5% minoxidil, dermarolling, a dermpen, a topical mix of 3% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride, Wild-Growth hair oil, pumpkin seed and peppermint oil, Nizoral or Nioxin shampoo, multivitamins, and cod liver oil. They have not seen noticeable changes recently and are seeking motivation to start working out again.
The conversation discusses using topical Melatonin for hairloss, which has shown an average increase in hair density of 41% in 6 months. The original poster is inquiring about others' experiences with Melatonin for this purpose.
A 21-year-old experienced significant hairloss after steroid use and stopping minoxidil. He plans to regrow his hair using a regimen of dermarolling, Lipogaine, finasteride, and vitamins.
A user is experiencing mild hairloss and is hesitant to try finasteride due to potential side effects. They are considering using Research Verified Hair Growth, which contains various vitamins and minerals, and are seeking opinions and experiences from others.
Using finasteride before a hair transplant can prevent further hairloss and make the transplant look more natural. Patients should continue using finasteride until hair cloning becomes available.
A user expressed distress over shaving their head due to hairloss before a job interview, feeling unattractive and depressed. Replies offered support, admiration for their bravery, and advice to embrace their new look with confidence.
The user has been experiencing hairloss and tried argan oil, castor oil, and tea tree oil without success. They are considering seeing a dermatologist for medication.
The conversation discusses enhancing Minoxidil absorption for hairloss treatment using Tretinoin and MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane). The user is seeking sources for Tretinoin and mentions MSM's potential to improve the absorption of topical agents.
Hair regrowth from treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, and finasteride is not permanent; stopping these treatments typically results in hairloss resuming. Beard hair can become permanent with minoxidil use, unlike scalp hair, which requires ongoing treatment to maintain gains.
OP shared a 7-year hair density progress update using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling. Creatine use was discussed, with mixed opinions on its impact on hairloss.