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30 / 35 resultscommunity New approach: oral and topical min
The user is trying a new hair loss treatment combining 1.25 mg oral minoxidil with a daily topical solution containing hydrocortisone, tretinoin, 8% minoxidil, and 0.025% finasteride. They aim to maintain their current hair before considering a hair transplant in Istanbul.
community Still losing hair on fin?
The conversation discusses ongoing hair loss while using finasteride (Fin) and concerns about potential interactions with Hydrocortisone Butyrate. The consensus is that shedding is normal and it can take 1-1.5 years to see results from finasteride.
community My progress last 4 months min 10% /prp/Fotona laser
A user shared their 4-month progress using a serum with Minoxidil 10%, Progesterone, Azelaic acid, Retinoic acid, Latanoprost, and Hydrocortisone, along with PRP and Fotona laser treatments. They are pleased with the results and plan to continue with more PRP and laser sessions, without using Finasteride.
community Adding topical dutasteride to my stack
A 38-year-old woman has been using oral Dutasteride for a year without improvement and is now adding a topical solution containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Tretinoin, Ketoconazole, and Hydrocortisone. She is seeking advice on whether switching from oral to topical Dutasteride could prevent hair shedding.
community Finally regrowth on the crown of my head after five years and switch to Dut!
After five years of no progress with hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, a person switched to a combination of topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and hydrocortisone in November 2023 and finally saw results. They had previously experienced side effects like gynecomastia from finasteride.
community Diffuse thinning fucking sucks
The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.
community Treating my DUPA via controlling inflammation
The user has DUPA and suspects autoimmune activity as a cause. They have tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, estrogel, hydrocortisone, and clobetasol, and are now seeking a long-term immunosuppressant.
community Before I pull the trigger on Happy Head, are there cheaper/better alternatives for what I'm seeking?
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically an $80/month product containing Minoxidil, Finasteride, Retinoic Acid, and Hydrocortisone with an aloe base. One reply suggests cheaper alternatives like generic oral Finasteride and liquid Minoxidil from Costco.
community switching to Kirkland Min from Online Pharmacy min?
The user is considering switching from an expensive topical hair loss treatment containing 8% Minoxidil, 0.3% Finasteride, Retinoic Acid, and Hydrocortisone to a cheaper Kirkland brand Minoxidil. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the lower concentration and the absence of additional ingredients.
community Compounding for topical formulations?
The post discusses the high cost of a topical hair loss treatment from Happy Head, which contains finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone. The user is seeking cheaper alternatives, specifically asking if there are compounding pharmacies that can recreate the same or similar formulation.
community What do you think about this prescription
The user visited a trichologist due to ineffective topical finasteride treatment for hair loss. The trichologist recommended a new regimen including a two-month course of locoidon (cortisone 0.1%), followed by a solution containing minoxidil, hydrocortisone butirrate, estrone, progesterone, tocopherol acetate, trichosol, and transcutol.
community 3 month progress NW5 -- lost cause?
A user is treating their advanced hair loss with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, hydrocortisone, stem cell serum, peptide serum, multivitamins, he shou wu tea, derma pen, argan oil, and a derma roller. Replies suggest it's too early to judge progress and recommend staying consistent, with one suggesting oral minoxidil as an additional option.
community are all vellus hairs likely to go terminal if fin/dut + min + tret are used long enough?
The user has been using a combination of finasteride/dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and hydrocortisone with microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are asking if the baby hairs growing will turn into terminal hairs with continued treatment.
community topical spironolactone as alternative to RU to reduce scalp testosterone in men
User tried topical fin, dut, min, tret, hydrocortisone, microneedling, nizoral, collagen, propidren supplements, and laser helmet for hair loss with slow progress. They ask if topical spironolactone is a safer, effective alternative to RU for suppressing testosterone and treating hair loss in men.
community Hair Growth Journey: 10 months
A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.
community how about progesterone cream?
Progesterone cream might help with hair loss by inhibiting DHT production and suppressing prolactin, which can increase DHT. Some dermatologists have used progesterone for hair loss treatment, and it has been effective, sometimes combined with minoxidil, finasteride, and hydrocortisone.
community Combining all your topicals into one
The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen that includes applying various topical solutions and taking oral medication. They are mixing their topical treatments to save time but are concerned about the effectiveness of the treatments when combined and stored.
community 10 months CB and Oral Minoxidil
A person with Alopecia Areata on their beard is using CB-03-01 and oral minoxidil for treatment. Some users question the effectiveness of CB-03-01 for beard hair, suggesting that minoxidil alone may be responsible for any observed hair growth.
community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution
A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
community Saw Palmetto cured my insanely itchy scalp/DHT itch
Saw Palmetto, rosemary oil, and vitamins helped relieve an itchy scalp and hair loss. Other users found finasteride effective for similar symptoms.
community 2 years Finasteride only difference. Won’t get cocky but I think I’m fighting off the Norwood Reaper completely boys
A user shared a 2-year progress picture showing improvement in hair loss using only finasteride, with others discussing their own experiences and considering additional treatments like minoxidil or hair transplants. Some users reported hair loss stabilization, while one user experienced regrowth after increasing their finasteride dosage.
community The crazy thing with diffuse thinning is one day you think you have no hair loss, and another day you think you have no hair
The post and conversation discuss the unpredictable nature of diffuse thinning, a type of hair loss. Users share personal experiences, with some mentioning treatments like oral finasteride and toppik, and the need for patience with these treatments.
community Started June 8th, 3 month update
A user started using Happyhead Dut and Minoxidil topical for hair loss, skipping finasteride. They've seen progress in three months, with slight shedding initially, and have not used finasteride before.
community Pyrilutamide from Hairlisciously? Other suppliers?
The conversation is about the effectiveness and trustworthiness of Pyrilutamide hair loss treatment sold by Hairlisciously, with concerns about product purity and a request for alternative suppliers. No specific treatments were confirmed to be used by participants.
community Should I dedicate my university studies to solving hair loss?
A 20 year old male who is balding and considering switching to a biology/chemistry program in order to find a low-cost, accessible solution for hair loss. Replies discuss the merits of this idea as well as potential treatments such as Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, TM5614, and ADQ.
community On Fin 5 days a week and dut twice a week and still rapidly losing hair. HOW?? 9 months on fin!
A user using finasteride and dutasteride to treat hair loss, but still losing hair rapidly after stopping minoxidil. Replies suggest that the user should try oral minoxidil or switch to dutasteride for better results.
community Hair regrowth Journey, 5% Minoxidil 1% Finasteride
This conversation is about a user's regrowth journey using 5% Minoxidil and 1% Finasteride, with positive results after 2 months. Other users offered support or shared their experiences with hair loss treatments.
community 1.5 years on fin/min progress pics, thoughts would be great!
A 42-year-old male shared his 1.5-year hair regrowth progress using 1.25mg finasteride daily and regular doses of minoxidil twice a day, and recently started using the Derminator 2. He also mentioned his battle with cancer and Cushing's syndrome, which affected his weight and hair.
community 21 y/o M, 3 month amazing progress on min and topical fin, I want to share my success story.
A 21-year-old male who has been suffering from hair loss since he was 17, and has made great progress with a combination of minoxidil and finasteride topical solutions. They discussed the efficacy of microneedling for sensitive scalps as well.