community If you post the after pic before the before pic
The conversation humorously criticizes users who post hair progress photos in the wrong order. It highlights the use of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
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30 / 1000+ resultscommunity If I put tretinoin on my face and take oral min what happens
Tretinoin boosts the absorption of topical minoxidil but does not affect oral minoxidil. Tretinoin is beneficial for skincare but does not enhance hair growth when used as a face cream.
community If you are wondering, YES, you will go through a shed if you switch Minoxidil brands.
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.
community If you haven’t yet, please consider using a blunt tip syringe when applying your product on your scalp!
Using a blunt tip syringe for applying hair loss treatments like Minoxidil provides better scalp coverage than droppers. Users discuss the benefits of liquid over foam and share tips for effective application.
community If you could get for Christmas your own personalised topical anti hair loss serum that has the best the current science can offer, what would it contain and at what concentration?
A personalized topical anti-hair loss serum could include high-dose setipiprant, high-dose CB 03-01, low-dose finasteride, minoxidil, latanoprost, and tretinoin. These ingredients are suggested for their potential effectiveness in promoting hair growth.
community If ancient hunter gatherer women had just selected for men with hair we wouldn't be in this mess
Hair loss is humorously blamed on ancient selection preferences, with discussions on genetics and societal norms. Treatments like finasteride are mentioned as modern solutions.
community If you gentlemen are balding like myself, I encourage you to try shaving.
A user encouraged others experiencing hair loss to try shaving their heads, sharing their own positive experience despite briefly using finasteride and natural methods. Responses were mixed, with some supporting the decision and others suggesting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while many commented on the appearance changes.
community If I hypothetically robbed a bank, used the money for a hair transplant, and then ended up serving prison time, would my transplanted hair still grow in prison without taking finasteride? Just curious!
A user humorously asks if transplanted hair would grow in prison without finasteride after a hypothetical bank robbery. Replies include jokes and advice, with some mentioning the importance of managing hair loss and the potential consequences of prison time.
community If finasteride gives you sides… try Dutasteride
The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride but found success with Dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They recommend trying Dutasteride if finasteride causes issues.
community If the big duo don’t work Time to give up?
If oral minoxidil 2.5mg and finasteride 1mg fail after a year, some suggest trying dutasteride. Hair shedding can be normal in the first year, and real changes often occur between 9 months to a year.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community If gt20029 works, will it be a cure for completely bald people too?
The conversation discusses whether gt20029 could cure complete baldness, mentioning verteporfin as a realistic treatment. Other treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are implied to be less promising.
community If you can give one advice to your younger self then what that would be?
Users discussed hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil and finasteride. They shared personal experiences and advice on starting these treatments early.
community If people technically have hair follicles all over their body with baby hairs, why is regrowing hair so difficult to do?
Hair loss treatments are difficult because hair follicles react differently to hormones and have varying growth cycles. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community If you're wondering why people rarely post 1+ year treatment results...
People often stop posting about hair loss after seeing success with treatments. The user used oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling.
community Density loss after 4 months on DUTASTERIDE, does it get better if you stick with it?
A user experienced increased hair density loss after 4 months on dutasteride combined with finasteride. They are also using topical dutasteride with azelaic acid and alfatradiol but cannot tolerate antiandrogens like RU58841 due to headaches.
community If you had to choose one ? Fin or min ?
The conversation is about choosing between finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Most users prefer finasteride, citing its effectiveness in stopping hair loss, while some mention using both for better results.
community If you're in your 20s and doubting wheter to start a protocol, READ THIS.
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.
community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?
A user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, and is seeking advice on why the treatments aren't working and how to address potential androgen receptor sensitivity. Replies suggest getting tested and considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP).
community If apply topical fin goes systemic then does it matter where I apply it on the scalp?
The conversation is about whether topical finasteride and minoxidil need to be applied directly to the affected areas of the scalp or if they can be spread through blood vessels. It also asks how long topical finasteride remains on a pillow.
community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?
A user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for several years and is seeking advice. Suggestions include ensuring correct diagnosis, checking for other health issues, considering finasteride, trying topical antiandrogens, and consulting a dermatologist.
community If minoxidil helped you with thinning temples or just in general please comment or upvote this!
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.
community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen
RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.
community If I use microneedling and/or tretinoin to make minoxidil work better as someone who doesn't respond very well, will I need to continue forever?
Microneedling and tretinoin may need to be continued indefinitely to maintain minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss. The user is aware that stopping minoxidil will result in losing its benefits.
community If Ru58841 was an FDA approved medication and known to be safe would you recommend it before finasteride?
The conversation discusses whether RU58841, if FDA approved and safe, would be recommended over finasteride for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil.
community If half life of fin is 6-8 hours in the blood but 5-6 days in tissue (scalp) why don't people apply topical every 3-4 days to minimize systemic?
The discussion revolves around the frequency of applying topical finasteride for hair loss treatment. The main question is whether applying it every 4-5 days could still be effective, given that its half-life in the scalp tissue is 5-6 days.
community If you are a young guy worrying about hairloss
A 26-year-old man embraced baldness, gaining confidence and personal growth, and encourages self-acceptance. Others discussed hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, but he did not use them.
community If anyone else feels like they’re too far gone for a hair transplant or can’t tolerate finasteride, I highly recommend trying a hair system! You have nothing to lose and it can change your life. I understand the worries and concerns, as I was very nervous/scared before taking the leap. AMA
The conversation discusses the use of hair systems as a solution for hair loss. Users share their experiences, highlighting the natural look, confidence boost, and maintenance requirements of hair systems, while also addressing concerns about cost, stigma, and potential drawbacks.
community If finasteride and dutasteride are supposed to maintain the hair that you have, then why do you go through a shedding phase?
Hair loss treatments Finasteride and Dutasteride may cause shedding, but it's a good sign as miniaturized hairs are replaced by thicker ones. Shortness of breath may be experienced from Dutasteride or oral Minoxidil.
community If a treatment is approved in China (say pyrilutamide or GT20029) would we be able to obtain it if we lived in a different country where it isn’t approved?
Obtaining treatments for hair loss that are not approved in one's own country, such as pyrilutamide or GT20029. It was suggested to use a middleman to get it, but there is the risk of getting low quality or fake products.