This conversation is about a user's regrowth journey using 5% Minoxidil and 1% Finasteride, with positive results after 2 months. Other users offered support or shared their experiences with hair loss treatments.
The conversation is about a person asking for help on how to mix 0.1% tretinoin into a 60ml bottle of minoxidil for hair loss treatment. They are unsure about the correct amount of tretinoin powder to add.
User doubts oral minoxidil's effectiveness after a month of use and shedding. Few people provide photo evidence of success, and some combine it with other treatments, making it hard to determine its effectiveness alone.
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This post by PastelDeUva discusses their experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss treatments, which they stopped using for a year before resuming due to family's negative opinion. After restarting, they posted photos of the progression/regression of their hairline and are now planning on adding finasteride and dermarolling in order to get good results.
The post and conversation discuss whether Minoxidil causes facial aging, with some users reporting no side effects and attributing negative effects to possible allergic reactions. The original poster suggests more research is needed to confirm any connection between Minoxidil and facial aging.
The user shared their experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss, noting initial shedding but some improvement in hair thickness and coloration. They also use dutasteride, RU58841, topical minoxidil, a laser hat, dermapen, Nizoral, caffeine shampoo, castor oil, vitamins, and MSM tablets.
The user discussed their experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, RU58841, Nizoral, supplements, dermarolling, and minoxidil, which caused significant edema. They also experimented with dutasteride, which led to increased hair loss, and found that Armodafinil reduced minoxidil-related water retention and hair shedding.
User nickxromo shared success with Minoxidil and derma-rolling for hairline improvement in 3 months. Others discussed the need for finasteride and shared their experiences with shedding and regrowth.
A user experienced severe side effects from using topical minoxidil sublingually, including muscle cramps, dizziness, and high potassium levels. They were advised to stop and seek medical help, emphasizing that topical minoxidil is not safe for ingestion due to its alcohol content.
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.
A user is considering using minoxidil for hair loss and asks for advice on application and long-term effectiveness. Responses suggest minoxidil can be effective but may lose efficiency over time, and combining it with other treatments like finasteride might be more beneficial.
Minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, but evidence is mixed. Alternatives like dermarolling and retinol are suggested.
Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.
Topical liquid minoxidil may be safe to consume in small amounts, but it needs liver processing to become effective for hair growth. Therefore, oral pills might be more effective.
Use retin-a cream and maintain a good skincare routine to counteract skin issues caused by topical minoxidil. Taking sublingual minoxidil can also be beneficial.
This post and conversation are about the effects of Minoxidil on renal electrolytes transport in the Loop of Henle. The replies show a lack of interest and a brief summary stating that rectal Minoxidil electrolytes are bad.
A user is seeking trusted sources to buy Minoxidil powder to create their own solution with Propanediol. The conversation focuses on recommendations for purchasing Minoxidil powder.
A new product, a retinoic acid solution (0.3%), is available to enhance minoxidil products like Rogaine and Kirkland by converting them into a tretinoin-containing solution for improved hair loss treatment. One unit of the product is enough for a year's supply.
The conversation is about using stemoxydine in addition to minoxidil for hair growth. The original poster is considering adding stemoxydine to their hair loss treatment regimen.
Hair loss discussion involves minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Minoxidil non-responders may see results after adding stemoxydine due to increased enzyme presence.
Minoxidil users can safely use salicylic acid shampoo to manage scalp pimples and dandruff. Nizoral is also recommended for hair gain and treating scalp pimples.
User asks about Redensyl as a substitute for Minoxidil due to side effects. Another user suggests trying Ordinary Hair Serum with dermarolling for improved hair quality.
The user has been taking oral Minoxidil (1.25mg/day) for two weeks to treat hair loss, has experienced no side effects, and plans to increase the dose to 2.5mg/day after another two weeks. They are also monitoring their blood pressure and have not noticed any negative interactions with their pre-workout supplements.
User shared results of using minoxidil and dermaneedling for hair loss over 2.5 months, noting improvements, especially around the left temple. No finasteride or other anti-androgens were used.
Minoxidil can prevent hair follicle miniaturization, not just stimulate hair growth. Finasteride and dutasteride don't work for everyone, suggesting DHT may not be the sole cause of hair loss; hair loss could be due to multiple factors, including autoimmune conditions.
A user asked if anyone who didn't respond to minoxidil saw improvement after adding tretinoin. One person replied they saw hair growth on their hairline after using a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin, suggesting tretinoin may have made them respond to minoxidil.
The conversation discusses using 23andme to determine if someone might respond well to minoxidil for hair loss treatment, and mentions the user's personal experience with micro-needling and minoxidil.