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      community Did tretinoin cause you shedding without any improvement over time?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride for hair loss without improvement and is considering tretinoin, but concerns about shedding persist. Another user suggests trying dutasteride instead of finasteride, as both tretinoin and microneedling can irritate the skin.

      community Naturally high T (1,100+) causing diffuse thinning while on Dut

       22 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 26-year-old male with high testosterone is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using a comprehensive treatment regimen including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy. Suggestions include adjusting dutasteride dosage, monitoring iron levels, and consulting a dermatologist for further evaluation.

      community Hives/Rash from Kx 826 Pyrilutamide???

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP developed hives after using Kx 826 (Pyrilutamide) 1% twice daily for 3 weeks. The hives appeared on the arms, chest, and groin area.

      community New to tretinoin, when to apply?

       2 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about using tretinoin to enhance the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair loss. Tretinoin should be applied at night on dry skin, and it can be used daily, either before or after minoxidil, with a starting dose of 0.025%.

      community 2ddr thread, I'll try to add to it monthly

       19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a hair loss regimen involving 2ddr applied twice daily, tretinoin weekly, and occasionally micro-needling. They report feeling increased scalp thickness and seeing some hair growth progress.

      community Any way to reverse scalp atrophy?

       1 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about improving scalp appearance by regaining adipose tissue and making the skin look better using scalp massages and a moisturizer with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and urea. The user is not trying to regrow hair but wants to improve the scalp's thickness and appearance.

      community Diffuse Alopecia

       5 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 19-year-old female with Diffuse Alopecia was advised by a dermatologist to use vitamin supplements, a hair serum, and antifungal drops, leading to some improvement. Other users suggested treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and consulting a different dermatologist for further advice.

      community Will my tretinoin work if it’s mixed with niacinamide?

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is concerned if a formulation of tretinoin mixed with niacinamide will affect the absorption of minoxidil. They are seeking advice on whether niacinamide will hinder tretinoin's effectiveness.

      community I guess I’m cooked. 1mg fin/day 2.5 mg min/day + topical tretinoin (3x/week) + topical min/day. June 2023-june 2025

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg minoxidil daily, topical tretinoin three times a week, and topical minoxidil daily from June 2023 to June 2025 without noticeable improvement in hair loss. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride and increasing oral minoxidil to 5mg daily, but concerns about long-term health effects are raised.

      community The road to recovering my mane

       5 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss due to defective dutasteride and is now using a regimen including dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, and microneedling to recover hair density. They are optimistic about regaining their hair despite recent setbacks.

      community Question about topical part of treatment

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using a combination of oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil, and a topical formula with Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Hydrocortisone, along with rosemary oil, coconut oil, ginseng, and a derma roller. They are also using LLLT therapy and are questioning the timing of the laser cap session in relation to the topical application.

      community Allergic to minoxidil

       3 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is allergic to minoxidil and experienced severe itching and redness. They are considering alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment.

      community 5 weeks tretinoin, severe shed and thinning.

       3 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for 5 years and finasteride for 7 months, with recent addition of tretinoin cream causing significant hair shedding. Other users suggest the shedding indicates effectiveness and recommend continuing tretinoin use.

      community How do you guys apply topicals every single day?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is struggling with the daily application of topical treatments like Minoxidil and melatonin for hair loss, concerned about the impact on hair cleanliness and texture. They are unsure how to manage the routine without washing their hair daily, which dries it out.

      community How many of you guys have taken accutane?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Accutane may accelerate hair loss in genetically predisposed individuals by affecting enzymes related to DHT metabolism. Some users report hair loss after taking Accutane, while others use treatments like finasteride and minoxidil to manage hair loss.

      community Topical minoxidil and salicylic acid

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 6 months with decent results and recently added topical minoxidil. They are concerned that salicylic acid in their skincare products might reduce minoxidil's effectiveness.

      community Applying topicals before bed..

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Applying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with concerns about side effects and application timing. Some users experience side effects, while others manage without issues, and there's interest in future treatments like pyrilutamide.

      community Microneedling aftercare advice

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Microneedling aftercare involves using saline water instead of sea water, and avoiding hyaluronic acid due to its potential pro-inflammatory effects. Users suggest using jojoba oil as a carrier for essential oils like rosemary and lavender, and combining microneedling with minoxidil for better hair regrowth results.

      community Minoxidil scalp irritation, is there any solution?

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about managing scalp irritation caused by minoxidil use. Suggestions include switching to foam, using fluocinonide topical solution, trying lipogaine for sensitive skin, and considering low-dose oral minoxidil.

      community Still losing ground after 10 months dut + minox

       3 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using a combination of dutasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for hair loss but is experiencing a decline in hair condition after initial improvement. They are considering consulting a trichologist and switching from capsule to softgel format for better absorption.

      community Any positive responses for Diffuse Thinner with Retrograde using Fin/Min/Dut

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      People with diffuse thinning and retrograde hair loss are discussing treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some reporting improvements and others experiencing issues like scalp inflammation and increased sebum. Suggestions include addressing scalp inflammation, considering gut health, and possibly using topical antiandrogens or micro-needling.

      community topical exosomes - experimenting

       1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about experimenting with topical exosomes for hair loss treatment, alongside microneedling, Happy Head's gel-like topical, and Ordinary's hair serum. The user also mentions the availability of treatments like latanoprost and Redensyl.

      community Fin advice please - losing ground!!

       5 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss issues after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back, with stress and seborrheic dermatitis affecting hair quality. They plan to continue finasteride, treat seborrheic dermatitis, and monitor nutrient levels, considering low-dose oral minoxidil if safe.