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      community My "natural" hair care regimen--will keep updates

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 25-year-old is experiencing mild hair loss and is using a regimen including scalp brushing, dermarolling, topical minoxidil, caffeine, melatonin, and a DHT-blocking shampoo. Another person shares their struggle with hair loss due to drug use and plans to start finasteride while trying to quit drugs.

      community Doubts about castor oil

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      Castor oil's effectiveness for hair growth is debated, with concerns about its impact on skin health and prostaglandin levels. Some users suggest combining it with coconut oil and using it alongside finasteride for better results, while others recommend sticking to proven synthetic treatments.

      community How do you use hair oils?

       6 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation is about using hair oils for hair care, including questions on application frequency, washing, and conditioning. Users discuss using mixtures of castor and argan oils, with routines involving shampooing, conditioning, and leaving oils in overnight.

      community i think i need a slap of truth.

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair thinning is considering treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various oils but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Users advise starting minoxidil and finasteride for effective results, while oils and supplements are seen as less effective.

      community Supplements regime/suggestions

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, pumpkin seed oil, castor oil, fish oil, and various supplements like NAC, glycine, and vitamin C. Opinions vary on the effectiveness of these treatments, with some users skeptical about their impact on hair loss.

      community Intense hairfall, please help

       2 upvotes 12 years ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing intense hair loss across the scalp seeks advice, considering factors like nutrition and genetics. Suggestions include checking vitamin, mineral, and thyroid levels.

      community M23: Oral min and fin 6months + no regrowth or progress

       38 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride for 6 months with no regrowth and increased shedding, and recently switched to a higher dose of minoxidil. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, adding topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and considering a hair transplant.

      community M24, hair still thin after months using minoxidil

       6 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced hair thinning after weight loss and has been using 5mg oral minoxidil for almost 9 months, seeing some improvement but seeking further results. Users suggest adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or considering alternatives like microneedling and natural DHT blockers.

      community Is it time for a hair transplant?

      in Transplants  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about a person considering a hair transplant due to hairline recession, despite using minoxidil and finasteride. They are advised against a transplant for now and are exploring other treatments like microneedling and topical dutasteride due to medication interactions.

      community Progress experience small tips

      in Progress Pictures  193 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their hair regrowth progress using topical minoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride. They experienced significant improvement initially, switched from liquid to foam minoxidil, disliked the foam, and returned to liquid minoxidil.

      community Dutasteride is magic. Insane regrowth after massive shed.

      in Chat  113 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dutasteride led to significant hair regrowth after initial shedding, with the user also taking oral minoxidil and previously finasteride. The user experienced no side effects and found dutasteride more effective than finasteride.

      community Is microneedling without min just cope?

       44 upvotes 2 months ago
      Microneedling alone is generally not effective for hair growth and is often combined with minoxidil for better results. Some users believe it helps with fibrosis and blood flow, but many see it as ineffective without additional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride.

      community 1 year of 2-deoxy-D-ribose, what do you guys think?

       91 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses using 2-deoxy-D-ribose for hair loss treatment, with OP sharing positive results after a year of use. OP applied a simple formulation twice daily, without using finasteride or minoxidil.

      community 19 months Topical Min/Fin - 7 months HRT

       1072 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and fullness after starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with sublingual estrogen and spironolactone, in addition to using a topical solution of minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and biotin. They noted initial shedding phases but emphasized that shedding is a sign of future growth.

      community 3 month progress on Fina + Mino + some lifestyle changes

       238 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user reported positive hair growth results after 3 months using finasteride, oral minoxidil, rosemary oil, a dermaroller, and Nizoral shampoo, along with lifestyle changes like diet and exercise. They noted increased body hair as a side effect of oral minoxidil and emphasized the importance of a healthy diet and consistent routine.

      community 33M Medication w/scalp psoriasis

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 33-year-old male restarted finasteride after stopping it to conceive, noticing hair loss, especially in the crown area. His current routine includes finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and microneedling, and he plans to continue this treatment for 18 months before making any major changes.

      community Lost ground on Dut, Min, RU, etc (5 yrs… 2021->2026)

       16 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using a combination of treatments including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy to address hair loss but continues to experience shedding and density loss. Despite high testosterone and iron levels, the user is frustrated with the lack of improvement and is considering adjusting treatment or exploring other options like a hair transplant.

      community It appears that the topical finasteride combined with minoxidil is working.

       604 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old man experienced positive hair regrowth results after using a homemade topical solution containing 0.030% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for four months. He reported no side effects with the Trichosol-based solution, unlike previous issues with alcohol-based formulas.

      community Topic fin + min restart w/ major shedding

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user stopped using topical finasteride and minoxidil, leading to hair thinning and shedding, and has since restarted the treatment. They are experiencing significant shedding and are seeking advice on whether this is normal and when improvement might occur, while using a regimen that includes Nutrafol, microneedling, Nioxin, and Nizoral.

      community 7Mo Oral Minoxidil progress (hopefully)?

      in Is this regrowth?  25 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride for two years and oral minoxidil for seven months to support hair regrowth. They are unsure about the progress due to inconsistent photo comparisons but note some minor side effects from finasteride.

      community Ranking the best treatments for hair growth

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      Effective hair growth treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and hair transplants, with additional options like microneedling, low-level laser therapy, and PRP showing some benefits. Newer treatments such as GHK-Cu peptides and ketoconazole shampoo are promising, while others like saw palmetto and biotin are less effective unless deficiencies exist.

      community 2 years journey of minoxidil and finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their two-year journey using minoxidil and finasteride, with additional use of dutasteride and a derma pen, noting some progress but a plateau in results. They are considering adding more treatments or a hair transplant to improve their hair further.

      community 1 year finasteride - male 44 years

       618 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 44-year-old man has been using finasteride for a year with noticeable hair improvement and no significant side effects. He is considering adding minoxidil but prefers minimal medication use.