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      community How insane is this oral min shed?

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user started taking 0.625mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, increased the dose to 1.25mg, and experienced a significant shed, losing 70% of scalp density. They cannot tolerate finasteride due to side effects but are hopeful for hair regrowth despite the shedding.

      community When you spray minoxidil all over your face

      in Satire  270 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is a humorous discussion about excessive hair growth due to using minoxidil, with suggestions of laser hair removal and comments on the appearance of the hair. Some users joke about starting finasteride treatment at a young age or being non-responders to hair loss treatments.

      community 5 years of trying different hairloss treatment.

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user tried various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, hormone therapy, dutasteride, microneedling, and natural oils. They plan to continue their regimen and may consider surgical options if results are unsatisfactory.

      community Hopeless - 2 FUT surgeries later

       8 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user underwent two FUT hair transplant surgeries with subpar results, leading to disappointment and continued use of Minoxidil, laser cap, dermaroll, and biotin. They advise thorough research before committing to hair transplants, especially for those with advanced hair loss.

      community Redensyl Megathread !!!!

       44 upvotes 5 years ago
      Redensyl, which is a topical alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss. It may have advantages such as not making the hair greasy and lasting longer after discontinuing use than minoxidil. There are some positive reports from users, but also some negative ones, so it's unclear how effective this treatment will be in comparison to Minoxidil and other treatments like Finasteride or RU58841.

      community Microneedling on oral fin only?

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      Microneedling may have benefits for hair loss even if only using oral finasteride without minoxidil. The effectiveness of microneedling without minoxidil is debated.

      community My hair journey from 2018-Today

      in Progress Pictures  42 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared their hair journey, expressing regret over inconsistent barber visits and haircuts that led to thinning. They are considering using a combination of Minoxidil and finasteride for treatment.

      community How long have you tried topical melatonin?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of topical melatonin for hair loss, asking for details on dosage, frequency, duration of use, results, and brand information. An update includes a skeptical view on the studies regarding melatonin's effectiveness.

      community Can we have a thread that summarizes all treatments options in addition to the big 3 which we have some evidence for, their mechanism of action and whether they can be combined with the big 3(other than dermarolling)?

      in Treatment  55 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments beyond the commonly known three, focusing on separating effective treatments from myths. Dutasteride and low-dose oral Minoxidil are mentioned as having clinical evidence for increasing hair counts, but with potential side effects.

      community Finasteride user thinking of going on Minoxidil: custom version vs. generic?

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A man in his 50s, who has been on Finasteride for 15 years, is considering adding a custom topical Minoxidil blend to his treatment due to recent hairline recession. He questions whether the custom blend is more effective than generic Minoxidil, expresses concerns about shedding and body hair growth, and seeks advice on application timing with styling products and whether to pursue other treatments like PRP or laser.

      community 3-month update on the microneedling-only project

      in Microneedling  89 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 3-month update on a microneedling-only project to treat hair loss, which has not had significant results in terms of thicker hair but may have seen some acceleration in hair growth and an increase in vellus hairs. The user plans to continue the journey for 6 months before making any changes, such as adding minoxidil or finasteride.

      community Using Rosemary and other essential Oils

      in Product  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses creating a mix of essential oils for hair regrowth, questioning the proper mix ratio for single or multiple oils. It also mentions using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment, alongside oils, shampoos, and microneedling to improve scalp conditions for hair regrowth.

      community Oral Minoxidil Experience (2 months, 1 week in)

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared their experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss, noting initial shedding but some improvement in hair thickness and coloration. They also use dutasteride, RU58841, topical minoxidil, a laser hat, dermapen, Nizoral, caffeine shampoo, castor oil, vitamins, and MSM tablets.

      community Anyone have PRP/Exosome results to share?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Considering alternative treatments to hair loss, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and exosome therapy, instead of using medications like minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride.

      community 5 minutes on finasteride and praying. Is this progress?

      in Satire  890 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is a satirical discussion about hair loss treatments, with users joking about immediate and exaggerated results from finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments like microneedling and minoxidil. Some users mock concerns about side effects and the idea of posting rapid progress updates.

      community Better then Minoxidil( at least for me and my family)

      in Treatment  42 upvotes 11 months ago
      Capronium Chloride and Trichoxidil are suggested as better alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth without heart side effects. The Japanese Dermatological Association recommends topical Minoxidil over Capronium Chloride.

      community Bad reaction to Finasteride, what are my other options?

      in Transplants  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user had a bad reaction to Finasteride, experiencing anxiety and fatigue, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments since they can't use Finasteride or Minoxidil. Suggestions include trying low doses of Finasteride, making a topical version, or using other treatments like Alfatradiol, but the user is hesitant to use Finasteride again and is considering a hair transplant.