User shared 3 months progress using Fin (oral) and Min (foam) for hairloss. Others suggested adding derma rolling and discussed dosages and experiences.
User shares 8-month progress using Fin/Min/Niz and microneedling for hairloss, with positive results and no side effects. Discusses routine, including Fin 1mg daily, Minox 2x daily, Niz 2x weekly, and derma pen 1.5mm weekly.
The conversation discusses RU58841, a compound for hairloss treatment, which was found to be effective in a 6-month trial but was not pursued due to financial issues or marketability concerns, not safety. Some users are considering crowdfunding to release the research data, while others discuss personal experiences and safety concerns with RU58841.
The conversation is about creating a higher concentration of the newly FDA-approved hairloss treatment, Clascoterone (Winlevi), through compounding pharmacies and possibly organizing group purchases. Some users are unfamiliar with Winlevi and are asking for an explanation of the drug.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS) in shampoos and its potential impact on thinning hair. The user follows a regimen of shampoo, keto shampoo, and conditioner, seeking suggestions for better products.
The user is frustrated with hair regrowth despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping. Others suggest improvement, advise against overmedication, and recommend consulting a doctor or considering a simpler regimen or hair transplant.
A 24-year-old shared his 11-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral finasteride, Dr. Reddy's Minoxidil + Finasteride 5% topical solution, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and plans to switch to dutasteride and tretinoin. Users praised his progress, discussed hair regrowth strategies, and shared personal experiences with hairloss treatments.
User shared a 4-month progress update on using minoxidil and 1.5 months on finasteride for hairloss. Reactions were mixed, with some expressing disbelief and others feeling inspired to start treatment.
A 56-year-old user shared progress pictures from January to June 2024, detailing their hairloss treatment journey. They used Nanoxidil, oral Minoxidil, Finasteride (later switched to Dutasteride), RU58841, and LLLT therapy, noting slow but visible improvements.
A user is creating a custom topical hair regrowth serum using minoxidil, bimatoprost, tretinoin, castor oil, and hyaluronic acid. They are also using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and castor oil in their current regimen.
The user is using 0.5 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, and 1.5mm microneedling with topical dutasteride for hairloss treatment. They report hair thickening without side effects, except for temporary water retention, and are considering increasing finasteride dosage and microneedling frequency.
The user has been using 5% Minoxidil foam for three months, 1mg Finasteride for 1.5 months, weekly derma stamping, and Ketoconazole shampoo twice a week for hairloss treatment. They have not noticed any improvement since February and are concerned about baby hair falling out when applying Minoxidil and shampooing.
The conversation is about the lack of discussion on Low-level laser light therapy (LLLT) laser caps for hairloss. One user questions their effectiveness, and another asserts they don't work.
The conclusion of the conversation is that some users have had positive results with finasteride for hairloss, while others have not. The effectiveness of finasteride varies from person to person.
User frustrated with lack of improvement after 1 year and 3 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling for hairloss. Replies suggest considering oral Minoxidil, switching to Dutasteride, and potential hair transplant.
A 30-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil inconsistently for hair regrowth, noticing recent progress and considering switching to dutasteride. Users advise continuing the current regimen for at least two years before considering dutasteride, as finasteride and minoxidil are showing positive results.
Switching from Kirkland minoxidil foam to a topical finasteride/minoxidil solution can cause significant hair shedding. The user also uses dutasteride, RU58841, and pyrilutamide in their treatment regimen.
The user has been using dutasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo for hairloss but hasn't seen improvement in temple areas. Suggestions include trying microneedling with minoxidil or considering a hair transplant, though temple transplants can be challenging.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after experiencing significant hair shedding, and is also using oral minoxidil. Dutasteride helped stop the shedding, but it's too early to determine if it will reverse hairloss.
A 59-year-old male switched to a once-daily treatment of 7% Minoxidil, 0.15% Finasteride, and other ingredients, questioning its effectiveness compared to his previous twice-daily regimen. He has seen some hair regrowth but is unsure if the new treatment is better.
A user asked if microneedling, massages, and essential oils can prevent further hairloss in the crown area without using drugs. The response indicated that without a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor, hairloss will likely continue.
A user shared their 9-month progress using oral 1 mg finasteride and oral 5 mg minoxidil for hairloss, reporting significant improvement and no lasting side effects. Other users praised the results and inquired about the treatment details.
A user shared their positive 6-month experience using Hims finasteride and minoxidil spray for hairloss, with others discussing the effectiveness and side effects of topical treatments. Instructions on how to use the spray were also provided.
A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hairloss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.
Volunteers using finasteride and minoxidil are needed to test if intense calf raises increase hair shedding. The goal is to see if overexertion of leg muscles affects hairloss.
The post and conversation are about the user's high testosterone levels and their worsening hairloss despite trying various treatments. They are considering using low doses of anti-androgens to lower their testosterone levels as a potential solution.
User shared progress of two years using 1mg daily Finasteride and 2x weekly microneedling for hairloss. Many users praised the results and discussed their own experiences with microneedling and Finasteride.
A user who had good results with finasteride and minoxidil for three years experienced sudden hair thinning and is switching to dutasteride combined with oral minoxidil and vitamin D3, and starting caffeine topicals. Some responses suggest the hairloss could be a synchronized shedding and advise patience, while others share their own positive experiences with dutasteride.
User discusses 4.5 months of using 0.5 DUT & 5 mg Oral Min for hairloss. They share progress pictures and discuss styling options and shedding experiences.
A user experimenting with quitting using Minoxidil and replacing it with Finasteride and Stemoxydine in order to keep hairloss gains, but other users warning the original poster of potential shedding. Another user suggested phasing out Minoxidil and replacing it with Finasteride and microneedling instead.