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      community Crown recovery - almost fully back. November 2024 to now

       1195 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old shared their crown hair recovery using a daily liposomal topical solution of finasteride and minoxidil, low-level light therapy, and specific vitamins, noting significant improvement without side effects. They experienced issues with oral finasteride previously but not with the topical treatment.

      community Assistance on homemade topical finasteride regimen please?

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      User has maintained hairline with minoxidil for 8 years but now seeks to add topical finasteride due to increased hair loss. They request advice on making a homemade finasteride solution, including ingredient recommendations and optimal percentages for ethanol and glycerin.

      community Water retention from topical minoxidil

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Topical minoxidil can cause water retention, making the face appear swollen. Switching from liquid to foam and reducing application frequency may help; using dandelion root extract as a diuretic is also suggested.

      community Results after two years of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  78 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using Rogaine foam, microneedling, Nizoral, liquid minoxidil, and topical finasteride over two years, with most progress in the last six months. They plan to evaluate their progress in the fall and consider a hair transplant if needed.

      community Simple to add GHK-Cu to RU58841?

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user seeking advice on adding GHK-Cu to RU58841 for hair loss treatment, while already using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering LLLT. They are unsure about the concentration and carrier solution for GHK-Cu.

      community Why leave minoxidil on the scalp for more than 30 minutes?

       49 upvotes 2 years ago
      Minoxidil should be left on the scalp for at least 4-6 hours for effective absorption, even if it feels dry after 30 minutes. The skin's interaction with the chemical continues regardless of the solution's evaporation.

      community Topical Finasteride Minoxidil: Experience/Price/Research

       3 upvotes 7 years ago
      Topical finasteride combined with minoxidil is used for hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing fewer side effects compared to oral finasteride. Morr-F, a topical solution, shows better results than minoxidil alone, with minimal adverse effects reported.

      community Feeling hopeless even on nuclear stack

       25 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user feels hopeless about hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, and having a hair transplant. They are advised to maintain consistency in treatment, consider increasing dutasteride dosage, and explore topical solutions for better results.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

       50 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

      community The best Ethanol/Propylene Glycol ratio for home made topical finasteride?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the best ethanol and propylene glycol ratio for homemade topical finasteride, with a focus on absorption and drying issues. The user shares their experience using a 50% propylene glycol, 30% ethanol, and 20% water solution, and considers adjusting the ethanol content for better results.

      community Finasteride does deplete important nuero-active steroids

       11 upvotes 3 years ago
      Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.

      community Just got my first I-PRF Injection...

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including I-PRF injections, mesotherapy, and a topical solution containing Minoxidil and Finasteride. After experiencing side effects, they decided to stop the medicinal treatments and focus on natural alternatives like I-PRF, microneedling, and essential oils.

      community WHERE to buy cb 03 01 before breezula comes out, after DUT.

       7 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 26-year-old male is still experiencing hair loss after a year of using Dutasteride and is considering using CB0301 (Breezula) to block all androgens on his follicles. He is looking for a reliable source to purchase CB0301 and inquires about the availability of a premade solution.

      community Male 17 - Thinning hair and crown

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 17-year-old male is experiencing hair thinning, especially around the crown, and plans to use 5% minoxidil, a dermaroller or derma pen, Nizoral shampoo, and biotin shampoo. He is advised to consider finasteride in the future and is seeking affordable hair loss solutions.

      community Finasteride won’t make all your problems go away

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  323 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared that while finasteride improved their hair, it didn't solve all their insecurities, suggesting that self-acceptance is key. Others in the conversation expressed varying opinions, with some feeling that finasteride significantly boosted their confidence and quality of life, while others acknowledged it as a solution to hair loss but not a cure-all for other personal issues.

      community Best, possible, or experimental growth agonists that AREN'T MINOXIDIL.

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Various hair growth treatments were discussed, including microneedling, bimatoprost, setipiprant, stemoxydine, PGE2, CB-03-01, WNT Beta-Catenin upregulators, KY19382, topical estrogen, IGF-1, GH, MK-677, oral castor oil, fisetin, resveratrol, cetrizine, and lactic acid. Users shared experiences and sources for these treatments, with some expressing interest in topical solutions and others noting the lack of FDA approval or scientific evidence for certain options.

      community four months topical minoxidil update

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user's four-month progress using topical minoxidil for hair loss, with discussions on potential future use of finasteride and natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto and spearmint tea. The user is cautious about oral medications due to past side effects and is exploring natural alternatives.

      community Anything Else?

       5 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation is about a user seeking advice on hair loss treatments, using minoxidil, Propecia, biotin, clobetasol, castor oil, and a derma roller. Suggestions include cold showers, a healthy diet, exercise, and sleep.

      community Using Topical Minoxidil And Pyrilutamide Together

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      Mixing 1ml of topical Minoxidil and Pyrilutamide (2ml total) together in a container and applying immediately is being discussed. The concern is whether this method degrades or compromises the efficacy of either compound.

      community Do any of you guys use both oral AND topical minoxidil simultaneously?

       41 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation discusses using both oral and topical minoxidil for hair loss, with some users reporting mixed results and concerns about potential side effects. The original poster uses topical finasteride and oral minoxidil and is considering adding topical minoxidil and tretinoin to their regimen.

      community I’m crashing out (female pattern hair loss)

       40 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A woman experiencing female pattern hair loss has been using topical minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo but is seeking further treatment options due to plateaued results. Suggestions include spironolactone, finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments like PRP, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a dermatologist and conducting thorough medical evaluations.