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      community Oral minoxidil + microneedling - pointless?

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered effective for hair growth, and some users combine it with microneedling despite mixed opinions on its additional benefits. Concerns about microneedling include potential scarring and lack of conclusive evidence on its effectiveness when used with oral treatments.

      community M18 Is it smart to start with minox only?

      in General  124 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      An 18-year-old is considering starting minoxidil for hair loss due to a receding hairline but is hesitant about using finasteride due to age and lack of health insurance. A suggestion was made to use topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with lifestyle changes like exercise and cold showers.

      community I think Progress 6 months mark what do you think guys

      in Progress Pictures  123 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced shedding after using finasteride, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil for six months, with no major side effects. The user emphasizes the importance of tracking progress and plans to continue the treatment indefinitely.

      community 28M on fin for 5 years now. AMA

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  427 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 28-year-old has been using finasteride for five years, which stopped further hair loss but did not regrow the hairline. Recently, they started oral minoxidil to potentially improve results.

      community Got my tretinoin .025% script. Will keep you boys updated.

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses using tretinoin with topical minoxidil for hair regrowth, despite previous non-response to minoxidil and concerns about oral minoxidil's heart risks. The user is also on dutasteride and is considering a hair transplant if other options fail.

      community day 107 of kx826 .5% . 1+ years on topical minoxidil.

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil for over a year and added kx826/pyrilutamide to improve hair growth, avoiding finasteride due to side effects like lowered libido and panic attacks. They report positive results with reduced shedding and healthier hair, particularly in areas previously unresponsive to minoxidil.

      community 11 month progress on oral min/fin

      in Progress Pictures  415 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a daily capsule containing 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, and 10mg biotin, with noticeable results after 3-4 months. They reported a decrease in libido as a side effect and considered switching to minoxidil only, but were advised against it.

      community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP

      in Minoxidil  178 upvotes 1 month ago
      Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heart rate and cause hypotensive symptoms. Some users experience side effects like palpitations and shortness of breath, while others find it effective; topical minoxidil with tretinoin is also considered.

      community Hair regrowth after 8 months alhamdullah

      in Minoxidil  1415 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 30-year-old male saw significant hair regrowth after 8 months using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. He experienced no side effects from finasteride and credited his success to this regimen.

      community Bryan Johnson used a customized formula by Roots byGA to restore his hair

      in Treatment  23 upvotes 1 month ago
      Bryan Johnson used a customized hair restoration formula from Roots byGA, which includes Minoxidil, Cetirizine HCl, Latanoprost, Dutasteride, Melatonin, Caffeine, Tretinoin, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin E. Many users are skeptical of the effectiveness and uniqueness of the treatment, suggesting that standard treatments like Minoxidil and Dutasteride are more reliable.

      community Nearly 4 months of topical minoxidil and finasteride - keep going?

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for nearly four months, along with derma rolling and Nizoral, and is seeing noticeable hair regrowth and thickening, especially around the temples and crown. They are considering continuing the treatment and possibly trying oral finasteride, but are cautious due to a history of depression.

      community How are people getting DUT so easily?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dutasteride is hard to get in Europe due to prescription rules, leading some to consider online pharmacies or travel. Users discuss alternatives like private doctors and compare it to finasteride, expressing concerns about side effects and effectiveness.

      community Is microneedling + minoxidil better than oral minoxidil

      in Chat  29 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered more effective for hair regrowth than topical minoxidil, but it carries higher risks. Combining microneedling with topical minoxidil can enhance absorption, but oral minoxidil with microneedling shows significant results.

      community We need more people trying 2.5 mg dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      Increasing the dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg may significantly reduce DHT and promote hair regrowth, with similar side effects to lower doses. Some users combine dutasteride with minoxidil and finasteride for better results, but there are concerns about long-term effectiveness and availability.

      community I will never more buy any hairloss traitements in public pharmacy

      in Minoxidil  420 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user was embarrassed by a pharmacist's loud mention of "minoxidil" for hair loss, sparking a discussion on the stigma and unprofessionalism. Users suggested online purchases or different pharmacies for privacy and reassured that most people don't notice others' purchases.

      community My first 8 months and prgress so far, min + fin.

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user started experiencing hair loss at 26 and began treatment with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. After 8 months, they noticed hair regrowth, especially baby hairs, and remain hopeful for further improvement.

      community Hair Oils can be DANGEROUS and this is a case study. He lost all his hair.

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair oils can cause severe allergic reactions, as seen in Jermel Brown's case, leading to significant health issues and legal action for damages. Users discussed concerns about various hair oils, including Mielle and Kiehl's, with some experiencing hair loss and others using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride to address damage.

      community My microneedling journey (no min, fin, etc)

      in Microneedling  204 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair growth results using microneedling with rosemary and mint oil, without Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They switched from a dermaroller to a microneedling pen and targeted different scalp areas weekly.