User uses Costco brandMinoxidil as a hair product for styling and hold. Others agree that foam version is better for styling and less greasy than liquid.
Finasteride is favored for hair loss due to FDA approval, accessibility, and manageable side effects. Dutasteride, though more effective in reducing DHT, is used off-label and may have more side effects.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after 11 months of using finasteride. The user experienced minimal shedding and plans to continue the treatment long-term.
The user is happy with hair regrowth after 7 months using a topical spray containing 6% minoxidiland 0.3% finasteride from Hims, experiencing no side effects. They noticed significant results around 3-4 months and find the treatment convenient and cost-effective.
A user's positive early results after 2.5 months of using a topical finasteride/minoxidilsprayand Nizoral twice a week for hair loss. The user, who started losing hair six years ago at age 22, is asked to share further progress at the six-month mark.
A user shared their hair loss treatment routine, which includes minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, biotin, dutasteride, and RU58841. They recommend starting with topical sprays and mentioned using a new combo spray from Hims UK.
A user reports positive results after 6 months using a topical finasteride/minoxidilsprayand a hair and nail health vitamin for hair loss. They were initially skeptical but now are satisfied with their hair appearing to age gracefully.
The user experienced another hair shed and plateau at month 5 using 6% minoxidiland 0.3% finasteride, with an itchy scalp indicating potential regrowth. They find the topical spray easy to use and saw results within two months, but caution that stopping use may lead to hair loss.
A successful hair transplant with 3100 grafts combined with topical finasteride, minoxidil, Viviscal, biotin, sulfate free shampoo and Nizoral. People in the conversation talk about how the results look perfect and discuss the number of grafts and cost involved.
A user shared their progress with hair regrowth using a topical solution of 0.3% finasterideand 6% minoxidilspray. They asked for additional routine suggestions, but a reply suggested no changes if the current routine works.
The user is experiencing hair thinning and plans to use minoxidilandfinasteridespray from Hims, while currently using minoxidil foam. They are advised to treat possible seborrheic dermatitis and consider scalp health for hair loss improvement.
Minoxidil, often combined with microneedling, has helped some users improve hair growth at the temples and hairline. Finasteride is also mentioned as a treatment, with mixed results on its effectiveness.
A user shared their 10-month hair loss progress using Propecia, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. The results were highly praised, with requests for more details on dosages and routine.
A 27-year-old user shared their 7-week progress using topical finasteride 0.3% andminoxidil 6% daily, along with keto 2% shampoo twice a week and derma needling every 2-3 weeks. They reported no side effects.
A user shared their experience with hair loss, initially using Minoxidil, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a derma roller with good results, but relapsed after stopping. They later started a more aggressive protocol including Minoxidil, Finasteride, a derma stamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, achieving great hair regrowth but experiencing side effects from Finasteride.
The user has been using a daily capsule containing 1mg finasterideand 2.5mg minoxidil for 11 months, with noticeable regrowth on the crown but minimal improvement on the hairline. They experienced no significant side effects and plan to continue the treatment long-term.
A user is seeking advice on hair loss treatment and has been prescribed finasteride. They currently use minoxidil, rosemary oil, and castor oil, and are considering adding dermarolling. Respondents suggest daily use of minoxidilandfinasteride, with some recommending additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, dermapen, dutasteride, and vitamins.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (Min) andFinasteride (Fin). The original poster is considering using Min and other treatments but is hesitant about Fin, while the responses vary, with some advocating for early use of Fin and others warning about potential side effects.
Topical finasteride is less popular due to inconvenience, cost, and availability, while oral finasteride is favored for ease and safety. Some users experience side effects with topical use, but find it effective withminoxidil, though opinions on its efficacy vary.
The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth using a Himsminoxidilandfinasteride topical solution. Many commenters noted significant progress and congratulated the user.
A 24-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using 1mg finasteride daily and 2.5mg oral minoxidil. The results appear natural without enhancements.
The user successfully treated their hair loss using 1ml of minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling with a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week. They experienced noticeable results only after combining minoxidilwith dermarolling, and they have not used finasteride.
User Salty-Peace-577 experienced hair regrowth after 3 months on 0.5mg oral Finasterideand 2.5mg oral Minoxidil. Others in the conversation expressed surprise at the quick results and discussed the effects of these treatments.
A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.
A user shared their 4-month progress using a topical solution with 5% minoxidiland 0.1% finasteride, applied twice daily. They reported good results despite occasional missed applications.
The user reported significant hair regrowth using a topical treatment of 0.3% finasterideand 6% minoxidil, with noticeable progress in five months. The treatment is applied once daily, and the user experienced some initial shedding but no side effects.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of finasteride (Fin) for lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular disease risk, with users sharing personal experiences and opinions on the medication's effects on health and hair loss. Some users report positive changes in cholesterol levels after taking finasteride, while others are skeptical or joke about its effects.
A user shared their progress after using a topical treatment combining 5% Minoxidiland 0.1% Finasteride for two months to address hair loss at the temples. They apply 5ml nightly without side effects and plan to switch to a different brand soon.
After 3 months of using 5% topical minoxidil once a day and additional natural oils, a user reports good hair regrowth and is considering adding topical finasteride. They also use 0.5mm microneedling once a week.