User asks if washing hair or using hair fibers after minoxidil dries is okay and if dry scalp means full absorption. Some doctors and sources say 50-75% absorption occurs after an hour.
Silicone and dimethicone in shampoos may hinder Minoxidilabsorption, while Tretinoin and microneedling can enhance its efficacy. Users discuss applying Tretinoin before Minoxidil, waiting for it to dry first.
Topical tretinoin can increase the absorption of minoxidil by three times, which may enhance its effectiveness for hair loss treatment. Tretinoin causes increased skin turnover, making the skin more permeable and potentially improving minoxidil's efficacy.
The conversation discusses using Actifolic tretinoin to enhance the absorption of Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It questions the amount of tretinoin to use and whether to apply it before or after Minoxidil.
Using a silicone scalp massager may help with dandruff and potentially improve the absorption of minoxidil and finasteride. The user has noticed peach fuzz growth after using minoxidil for over a month and finasteride for almost a month.
Retinol or tretinoin may improve minoxidilabsorption and effectiveness. The user is considering using The Ordinary's 1% retinol as tretinoin is hard to get in their country.
The conversation discusses enhancing Minoxidilabsorption for hair loss treatment using Tretinoin and MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane). The user is seeking sources for Tretinoin and mentions MSM's potential to improve the absorption of topical agents.
User is on vacation in Greece and wants to buy tretinoin or isotretinoin to improve Minoxidilabsorption. They are considering isotretinoin since it is available over-the-counter in Greece but requires a prescription back home.
The user reported significant hair recovery using topical minoxidil combined with the Age-R Booster-H-device, alongside oral finasteride and weekly dermaroller use. The device improved minoxidilabsorption, leading to visible new hair growth.
The conversation is about using tretinoin cream to improve minoxidilabsorption for hair regrowth, specifically in the temple region. The original poster eventually stopped this treatment and switched to oral medication.
People are discussing using tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment, focusing on application methods and results. Microneedling is mentioned as a separate method to promote hair growth, with some debate on its effectiveness in enhancing minoxidilabsorption.
A 17-year-old has been using minoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride for hair loss, with added tretinoin for better absorption. They are seeking opinions on their progress and the use of finasteride as a teenager.
The post and conversation are about a hair loss treatment regimen involving 30% minoxidil cream nightly, 5% minoxidil in the mornings, finasteride, weekly 1.5 derma pen, daily 0.5 microneedling for minoxidilabsorption, daily multivitamin with biotin, low-level laser therapy every other day, daily scalp massages, Hims shampoo, and daily coffee rinses. The user hopes for hair regrowth and plans to update in one year.
Tretinoin may increase minoxidilabsorption but could potentially worsen hair loss over time. Users discuss applying 0.5% tretinoin gel to the hairline/scalp with minoxidil.
The conversation discusses obtaining tretinoin without a prescription in Europe and its use to enhance minoxidilabsorption for hair loss treatment. Users share sources, experiences, and application methods for tretinoin, with some noting side effects like increased shedding.
A user is concerned if a formulation of tretinoin mixed with niacinamide will affect the absorption of minoxidil. They are seeking advice on whether niacinamide will hinder tretinoin's effectiveness.
Microneedling is debated for hair loss treatment, with some users finding it beneficial for minoxidilabsorption and others skeptical of its effectiveness. Alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil are recommended, while tools like dermarollers, dermapens, and dermastamps are discussed for their pros and cons.
The user reports using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, ketoconazole, and monthly dermarolling for hair loss over six months, and is asking if there's hair regrowth or stabilization. Another person suggests increasing dermarolling frequency, possibly using more dutasteride, topical minoxidil, or a retinoid cream to improve minoxidilabsorption.
Isotretinoin and tretinoin are different; isotretinoin can cause hair loss and has more side effects. Tretinoin may affect minoxidilabsorption, and users suggest waiting before applying minoxidil.
The user is considering topical Saw Palmetto or Pumpkin Seed Oil due to sensitivity to finasteride and cost issues. They also use dermastamping for Minoxidilabsorption and seek advice on timing to avoid systemic absorption.
A user found that scalp itch might be linked to inflammation rather than DHT alone and noticed hair improvement with certain cancer drugs. They also discovered that black seed oil relieved their scalp itch and are experimenting with a mix of essential oils for dry scalp, questioning if oils affect minoxidilabsorption.
The user is trying to maximize minoxidil's effectiveness by applying it for only one hour to avoid spreading it to furniture and pets, especially cats. They experience side effects when combining minoxidil with dermarolling and are considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or microneedling.
The conversation is about the application timeline for tretinoin and minoxidil. It discusses whether to wait 30 minutes to an hour after applying tretinoin before using minoxidil or to apply tretinoin at night and minoxidil in the morning.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil with microneedling and considering tretinoin to enhance hair growth, especially for those who are weak responders to minoxidil. It also explores the potential of using tazarotene, a stronger retinoid, to boost minoxidil's effectiveness and addresses purchasing tretinoin from Germany.
Some individuals do not respond to oral minoxidil for hair loss, despite it generally working by improving blood flow to hair follicles. Factors like metabolism, drug interactions, and individual variations in the drug's activation may influence its effectiveness.
A user reported that Minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, stopped working for them despite initial success. Other users suggested not taking breaks from the treatment, checking for fake products, trying microneedling, using oral Minoxidil, combining Minoxidil with tretinoin, and using finasteride.
The user "macroburstmedia" is asking if adding topical minoxidil to their current treatment of oral minoxidil and finasteride can improve hair growth. Some users have shared their experiences with using both oral and topical minoxidil, while others suggest increasing the oral minoxidil dose instead.
The user is experiencing solid hair regrowth after two months using a regimen of minoxidil foam, a 3-in-1 topical spray containing finasteride and tretinoin, and weekly dermastamping. They report no side effects and attribute success to the combination of treatments and a supportive diet and lifestyle.
The conversation is about someone who had success using retinol with minoxidil for hair growth, but experienced shedding with Retin A (tretinoin). They are asking if others have tried retinol with minoxidil and what their results were.
This user has achieved impressive results after 5 months of using Finasteride and Minoxidil, which appear to have stopped hair loss and stimulated new growth. They have also incorporated derma pen treatments and supplements such as Zinc picolinate and DMAE into their regimen.