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      community Things to do besides treatment to see even more regrowth?

       8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth strategies, including using dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamping, soy, curcumin, and possibly castor oil. Suggestions also include increasing dutasteride dosage, using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and tretinoin to enhance minoxidil efficacy.

      community 10month fin/min - micro-needling and rosemary biotin & more

      in Minoxidil  635 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment routine involving daily minoxidil, finasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and biotin supplements. The user shares personal experiences, noting no side effects from finasteride and emphasizing the importance of a healthy lifestyle in preventing hair loss.

      community Interested about what other adjunct therapies people are trying & whats working?

       9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternative hair loss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.

      community Method for creating 0.01% duta topical solution, will this work?

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses creating a 0.01% topical dutasteride solution mixed with minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with concerns about absorption and effectiveness. Some users suggest that dutasteride needs specific formulation for better absorption, while others recommend oral use for practicality.

      community Experiment with Growth Factors and Microneedling

       4 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about experimenting with microneedling and growth factor topicals for hair growth, avoiding Minoxidil due to shedding concerns. The treatment includes microneedling, growth factor topicals, finasteride, biotin, and a caffeine shampoo.

      community Oral min 2.5mg / oral fin 1mg / 3.5 months - 25M progress

      in Progress Pictures  170 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old shared progress on hair growth using oral minoxidil 2.5mg, oral finasteride 1mg, and dermarolling over 3.5 months, noting improvements and encouraging others to persist with treatments. Other users discussed their experiences with similar treatments, including topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and tretinoin cream, with varying results and side effects.

      community Is Microneedling useful for those on Oral Minoxidil?

      in Microneedling  77 upvotes 1 month ago
      Microneedling may stimulate hair regrowth independently and could potentially enhance the effects of oral minoxidil, though evidence is limited. Some users report positive results with microneedling, but concerns about scarring and the need for proper technique are noted.

      community DUT + Min + Keto + Microneedle + Tret

       3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is experiencing hair thinning despite using a combination of treatments: dutasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, topical tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are concerned about potential baldness due to genetics and are considering simplifying their treatment approach.

      community How often to microneedle for optimal results

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling for hair loss is discussed, with users suggesting different frequencies and needle lengths, such as 1.5mm every 3 to 6 weeks or 1.0mm weekly. Some users recommend less frequent sessions to avoid scalp damage and soreness.

      community Scalp massagers really do work.

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Silicone scalp massagers are claimed to slow or reverse hair loss and improve hair regrowth, with users reporting reduced shedding and scalp tension. Some users also mention using them alongside treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community An Experiment Using Microneedling and Essential Oils & Vitamins

       9 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user is trying to reverse hair loss using vitamins E and D, jojoba oil, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to use Alpecin shampoo and will provide updates on the effectiveness of this regimen.

      community How do you guys get oral min in germany?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses obtaining oral minoxidil in Germany, with users sharing experiences and methods like using teleclinic services or consulting dermatologists for prescriptions. Some users also mention using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss treatment.

      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 6 years oral minoxidil 5mg, dut 0.5 everyday, dermarolling 2.5 weeks 1.5mm

       1139 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their 6-year journey using oral minoxidil 5mg, dutasteride 0.5mg daily, and dermarolling every 2.5 weeks at 1.5mm, experiencing significant hair regrowth despite initial shedding when switching brands. They attribute their success to a combination of treatments and emphasize the mental challenges faced during the process.

      community Fun thought experiment about halting hair loss permamently

       59 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user proposed genetically engineering scalp stem cells to stop androgen receptors from causing hair loss. Others discussed the feasibility, existing research, and potential issues with this approach, including targeting the correct cells and unintended effects.

      community Dut/Minox/Needling to Dut/Oral Minox/Tretinoin/Needling

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had been using Minoxidil and Dutasteride with micro-needling but experienced hair loss after switching Minoxidil brands. Their doctor prescribed oral Minoxidil and Tretinoin, but the pharmacist suggested isotretinoin might be a more cost-effective alternative.

      community Your progress pics are measuring lighting more than hair

      in Technology  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      A dermatologist is developing a device to standardize hair progress photos for those using finasteride and minoxidil, aiming to provide consistent data on hair status. Users express skepticism about its practicality and cost, suggesting it might be more suitable for clinics than consumers.

      community Applying topicals when you still have hair without pulling out existing hair?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using oral minoxidil and is considering topical dutasteride but is concerned about potential worsening. They are also exploring other topical treatments like latanoprost, caffeine, and melatonin, and seeking advice on application methods without pulling out existing hair.

      community Stimulate hair growth- without minoxidil

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is seeking alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth, currently using 0.1% topical finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include microneedling, red light therapy, rosemary oil, and other topical treatments like cetirizine, Stemoxydine, and Latanoprost.