User experienced hairgrowth after 6 months using microneedling, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin. Commenters suggest adding finasteride to treatment for better results and preventing further hair loss.
Microneedling's effectiveness for hairgrowth is debated, with some users reporting positive results when combined with Minoxidil, while others express concerns about potential skin damage and infections. Tretinoin is suggested as an alternative to enhance Minoxidil absorption.
The user reported progress in hairgrowth after 4 months using 0.5 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and is considering adding RU58841 to block DHT on the scalp. They experienced side effects like reduced libido and mild erectile dysfunction, and take supplements like zinc, iron, fish oil, vitamin D, magnesium, and vitamin E.
The user experienced significant hairgrowth after using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1.25mg daily for three months, despite initial shedding. They noted improved hair density, especially at the temples, and plan to manage excess hairgrowth on the forehead.
A user tried various hairgrowth treatments, including drinking topical minoxidil, using oral minoxidil and finasteride, and applying GHK-Cu, growth hormone peptides, and liposomal sulforaphane. They experienced thicker hair, while others discussed the risks and benefits of these methods.
KX-826 initially improves hairgrowth but declines after 24 weeks, with mild itching as a side effect. Combining it with minoxidil and finasteride may improve results, but long-term effectiveness is uncertain.
User shared progress pictures showing hairgrowth from January to March using 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil with peppermint oil, derma stamping twice a week, and biotin. Commenters are impressed with the quick and significant improvement.
A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hairgrowth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.
TDM-105795 showed promising hairgrowth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.
User reports 2 months of hairgrowth using Minoxidil 5% twice daily and 0.5 Finasteride once daily. Different Minoxidil brand and increased application frequency may have contributed to success.
Scalp massage may help with hairgrowth by stimulating blood flow, similar to minoxidil. Users discuss its potential benefits and share personal experiences, noting it might reduce DHT levels and improve hair health.
The user reported positive progress in hairgrowth after taking 5 mg of oral minoxidil daily and 2.5 mg of dutasteride three times a week, with noticeable changes in hair fullness and body hairgrowth. They experienced initial side effects at a higher dosage but reported no side effects at the current dosage and plan to continue updating their progress.
Travoprost may be more effective than minoxidil for hairgrowth and can be used alongside it, but its effectiveness is debated due to inconsistent dosing results. Travoprost is expensive and not widely used, with alternatives like latanoprost and bimatoprost being more accessible.
The conversation discusses whether drinking coffee affects the hairgrowth benefits of Minoxidil, with one user mentioning that Minoxidil's vasodilation is stronger than caffeine's vasoconstriction, and another sharing personal experience of better hairgrowth after quitting caffeine while on Minoxidil.
The user reports thicker hair and new growth in the temple area after three months of treatment with oral finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling. There is confusion about the order of before-and-after photos, but the most recent photo shows improvement.
A 19-year-old user shared impressive hairgrowth results after using 5% topical minoxidil foam and 1mg finasteride for two months, along with vitamin D. They recommend this regimen for others, noting significant improvements in hair thickness and health.
The conversation discusses the effects of Pyrilutamide on hairgrowth after two months, with one person noting that while new hair regrowth isn't apparent, existing hair appears longer and thicker.
A 23-year-old male is seeing hairgrowth after two months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, derma rolling, and supplements like biotin and collagen. Commenters acknowledge the improvement and inquire about side effects and hair shedding.
The user is frustrated with no hairgrowth despite using Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole, derma rolling, head massages, Biotin, collagen supplements, multivitamins, and drinking a gallon of water daily. Another user mentioned that the original poster had previously reported significant progress.
Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride can effectively improve hairgrowth and slow hair loss, though results may vary. Consistency is important for achieving significant improvement.
Avoid burning or scarring the scalp for hairgrowth; instead, use treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or consider a hair transplant. Microneedling should be done carefully, and extreme methods can cause harm.
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hairgrowth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hairgrowth.
A user shared their 2-month hairgrowth progress using only Minoxidil, noting significant improvement and plans to continue despite a genetic predisposition to baldness. They apply Minoxidil twice daily, experienced a heat rash, and chose not to use Finasteride due to side effects.
A user shared progress pictures showing hairgrowth after 5.5 and 8 weeks of using Minoxidil twice daily, oral Finasteride once daily, Vitamin C once daily, derma stamping twice weekly, and Nizoral shampoo three times per week. Some replies express skepticism, while others share their own experiences and advise moderation in treatment.
Kintor's Pyrilutamide (KX-826) showed hairgrowth in Chinese Phase III trials but did not significantly outperform placebo. The treatment was safe with no major adverse reactions reported.
Whether topical caffeine can be as effective for hairgrowth as minoxidil and finasteride, with various replies discussing the efficacy of these treatments and criticism of Dr. Huberman's research methods.
The conversation discusses difficulty in distinguishing between new hairgrowth and thinning hair at the temples after using microneedling and a rosemary peppermint topical for four weeks. The advice given is to wait a few months to see if the hairs grow out to determine their nature.
User stopped using minoxidil due to no growth and greasiness, but experienced hair regrowth after starting HRT with spironolactone and finasteride. Shared before and after photos, showing improvement in hair thickness.