Combining Minoxidil with Peppermint or Rosemary Oil may enhance hair growth. Users discuss the potential benefits of this combination for treating hairloss.
A user shared a 10-month hairloss treatment update using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, microneedling, biotin, and saw palmetto. Replies praised the progress and suggested additional treatments like tretinoin and RU58841.
A user increased their dutasteride dose to 3mg daily after two years but experienced significant hairloss. They also use RU58841 and minoxidil and are concerned about whether the loss is due to shedding or another issue like telogen effluvium.
The conversation discusses using 1.5mm microneedling to improve responses to Minoxidil for hairloss. One user humorously suggests more aggressive microneedling.
The user has been using minoxidil twice daily for 2.5 months to treat hairloss and has seen great results, despite only microneedling once at the start. They occasionally forget a dose but it hasn't affected their positive outcome.
The post shows a user's hairloss progression after 10 months using Finasteride 1mg and Minoxidil 5%, and recently adding Nizoral 2% and dermarolling with a 1.5mm roller. The user is 23 years old.
A user shared a 15-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss, stating that despite never missing a dose, their hairline continued to recede slowly. Other users suggested that the hairloss might be exacerbated by the use of steroids and recommended considering other treatments like dutasteride and RU58841.
The conversation is a humorous discussion about excessive hair growth due to using minoxidil, with suggestions of laser hair removal and comments on the appearance of the hair. Some users joke about starting finasteride treatment at a young age or being non-responders to hairloss treatments.
A user is pleased with their hair regrowth after 3 months using Minoxidil 5%. They plan to start Finasteride upon returning home, and others discuss the importance of consistency and patience with hairloss treatments.
A 19-year-old male has been using minoxidil 5% and dermarolling for four months to treat hairloss, applying minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling once a week. Commenters suggest consistent treatment, improving picture quality, and adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor to enhance results.
A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years has experienced worsening hairloss and an itchy scalp. Suggestions include increasing medication doses, trying other treatments like RU58841, getting a scalp biopsy, and addressing potential inflammation through diet and topical treatments.
The conversation discusses a user's 7-month progress with hairloss treatment using oral Propecia (finasteride), topical Minoxidil, and a weekly use of a Drama Pen. Some users ask for details about the Drama Pen, while others make jokes or congratulate the user on their progress.
A user has been experiencing hairloss since 2013 and has tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, fluridil, pantostin, stemoxydine, microneedling, and Nizoral. They reported improvement after adding antiandrogens and other treatments in July of the previous year but stopped finasteride due to erectile dysfunction.
Some people have seen improved hair growth by combining Minoxidil with Tretinoin, but there are more success stories with microneedling. There is uncertainty about the real-world effectiveness of Tretinoin with Minoxidil for hairloss.
A user shared their experience with Minoxidil 5%, reporting hair regrowth during use but significant hairloss after stopping. They resumed treatment and regained hair, noting that discontinuation leads to rapid hairloss and that scalp dryness was managed with oil.
A user shared progress pictures after three months of using topical minoxidil for hairloss, planning to add dermarolling later. Some responders are skeptical of the rapid hair growth, while others are impressed or question the authenticity of the photos.
The conversation is about someone using minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling for hairloss treatment for nearly two years with ongoing improvement. They are questioning the likelihood of continued hair regrowth over a four-year period.
The conversation jokes about using hairloss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling on a baby, with suggestions ranging from starting treatment immediately to accepting baldness and focusing on other aspects of life. Some users suggest extreme measures like hair transplants in Turkey.
A 21-year-old male shared his nearly 4-year experience with hairloss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and other products, with initial success followed by shedding. He now continues with finasteride and oral minoxidil, noting changes in hair texture and slight hairline recession.
A user is concerned about using more minoxidil than prescribed to cover their hairloss area and mentions taking spironolactone pills. Another user advises against men taking oral spironolactone due to significant hormonal effects.
Laser caps are found to be more effective than 5% minoxidil for treating hairloss, and when combined with minoxidil, they are even more effective. Some users report positive results with laser treatments, while others see no change; the devices are FDA approved, but opinions on their efficacy vary.
An 18-year-old male switched from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride for diffuse hairloss and saw improvement without side effects, despite experiencing scalp itch and shedding. Commenters noted significant hair regrowth and were surprised by his young age and appearance.
A user shared their progress using 1mg Finasteride and 2.5mg Oral Minoxidil for hairloss, reporting no side effects and noticeable improvement in hair density and beard growth. They expressed gratitude for the support and hope to regain most of their hair.
The user is using 5% minoxidil foam twice daily and 1mg finasteride nightly for hairloss, and has seen positive results in 3 months. They plan to continue the treatment indefinitely as it provides reassurance against hairloss.
A user shared a 10-month update on treating hairloss with 1 mg Dutasteride and 2.5-5 mg oral Minoxidil daily, showing significant improvement. Some responses praise the results, others discuss dosing and side effects, and a few comments address the user's previous hostile interactions.
A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years reports worsening hairloss and is seeking advice. Suggestions include consulting a professional for underlying causes, acknowledging that treatments don't work for everyone, and considering dosage adjustments or additional treatments.
The user has seen marginal improvement in hairloss after increasing finasteride from 1 mg three times a week to daily and using minoxidil inconsistently. They plan to start microneedling and are considering using it on both their scalp and face.
A person with androgenetic alopecia has seen hair improvement using oral minoxidil and finasteride but is concerned about increased body hair. They want to know if stopping minoxidil while continuing hormone replacement therapy and finasteride will cause hairloss.
A user shared their positive experience with Hims Topical Finasteride & Minoxidil Spray for hairloss over 5 months, noting an improvement in their receding hairline without taking finasteride pills. Their daily routine includes applying the spray after showering and then styling their hair.
The post discusses the user's experience with topical minoxidil (5%) for hairloss, showing some improvement after 2 months. Suggestions from others include keeping the hair shorter on the sides and back, adding finasteride for better results, and considering a shaved head look, though the latter was debated for its femininity.