The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement from using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil between September 2023 and May 2026. Responses express amazement at the results.
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User shared progress pictures after 5 months using 5 mg oral minoxidil, a topical formula with 8% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and 0.01% tretinoin, and a 1.5 mm Dermapen every other week. The conversation discusses the effectiveness of this regimen for hair loss.
The conversation is about using a topical finasteride solution without minoxidil to avoid side effects, with suggestions to use alternatives like a PG solvent or Stemox. There is also a mention of mixing finasteride with fisetin powder in the solvent.
An 18-year-old using 5% minoxidil topically and derma rolling weekly for 1.5 months shows visible hair growth progress. The user also addresses vitamin D deficiency and thyroid imbalance with medication.
The user experienced good results with a topical blend of finasteride and minoxidil, along with dermarolling, after stopping oral finasteride due to side effects. However, they faced significant shedding when transitioning from oral to topical treatment.
A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using finasteride, noting hair growth and minimal side effects. They suggested adding minoxidil for further hair growth if needed.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride daily and a walnut-sized amount of minoxidil foam once a day. They started balding at 17 and reported no side effects from the treatments.
A 36-year-old started using finasteride (0.3-0.5mg daily), 5% minoxidil foam, and weekly dermarolling/dermapen treatments to address hair loss. They also began taking supplements for low ferritin and vitamin D, hoping to improve hair thickness and cover a bald spot.
The user has been using a spray containing minoxidil and finasteride for 19 months and started oral finasteride 9 months ago. They plan to begin dermarolling.
The conversation is about finding non-alcoholic minoxidil options in India due to irritation from propylene glycol-based formulations. Suggestions include Tugain 5% foam, Morr Max 5%, minoxidil gel, and Morr F Aqua plus, with OP avoiding finasteride due to side effects.
The user experienced hair growth using 5% topical Minoxidil foam twice daily from October 2024 to February 2025, without using finasteride due to family history of side effects. The user is considering other treatments like topical finasteride and received positive feedback on their progress.
A 23-year-old has been using finasteride every other day and topical minoxidil daily for five months to address hair thinning, with plans to resume dermarolling. They experienced minimal shedding and are considering switching to daily finasteride for better results.
A 30-year-old started using 0.5mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil once daily for hair loss, experiencing positive results with minimal side effects after 4 months. The user warns about minoxidil's toxicity to cats.
Mixing topical solutions like Morr F 10% (Minoxidil) and L'Oreal Seryoxyl (Stemoxydine) before application may not reduce their effectiveness. The goal is to apply treatments all at once instead of multiple times a day.
A user shared their 4-month progress using oral finasteride and minoxidil, reporting significant hair regrowth with no noticeable side effects. They used a blend from HIMS, including additional vitamins and minerals, and addressed concerns about lighting differences in photos.
The user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 8 months using finasteride and Minoxidil foam. They have not used microneedling and are considering oral Minoxidil but currently use topical Minoxidil and oral finasteride.
The user started using 5% topical Minoxidil in early November and noticed some hair growth, especially on the crown, and has just begun taking 1mg oral Finasteride. They plan to continue treatment and share progress updates.
An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.
The user has been using 1.25 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for 8 months, stopping topical minoxidil and dermastamping after 5 months due to exams, with no side effects reported. They are considering whether to restart topical minoxidil for additional regrowth.
A 23-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil nightly, seeing new hair growth after two months. Others share experiences and advice, noting progress and potential shedding.
OP used finasteride 1mg and 2.5mg oral minoxidil since late April, showing hair improvement despite some initial libido issues. Users discussed side effects, costs, and alternative treatments, with OP noting increased facial hair but no significant body hair growth.
A user shared their hair transformation over four months using daily 2.5mg oral minoxidil, every other day 1mg oral finasteride, weekly dermastamping, and daily scalp massages, with plans for a hair transplant. Another user suggested continuing the medication for a year before considering a transplant.
A user shared their impressive hair regrowth progress after 5 months using 1mg oral finasteride every other day, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, weekly dermastamping, and daily scalp massages. They reported no side effects and began seeing improvement after 2.5 months.
A doctor recommended Follivera as a minoxidil alternative, but users are skeptical, suggesting minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride for hair loss. Some users mention adenosine and piroctone olamine as potentially helpful ingredients.
The conversation is about a user's progress with hair regrowth using topical foam minoxidil (5%) and finasteride (0.25%) from Keeps, with no reported side effects. The user is 32 years old and has not used microneedling.
The user shared their 4-month progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with a specific application routine. They adjust the minoxidil application to manage costs, applying it daily with variations in quantity and additional tretinoin on certain days.
A 20-year-old is using oral minoxidil (5mg) and finasteride (1mg) for hair loss, considering reducing minoxidil to 2.5mg due to concerns about side effects like increased body hair and a slightly elevated heart rate. They previously used topical finasteride and oral minoxidil but stopped due to relocation and are now exploring cheaper options.
The user started with topical minoxidil, then used finasteride, and saw the most improvement with oral minoxidil despite experiencing significant shedding. They plan to get a hair transplant for their temples.
The conversation discusses switching from topical to oral Minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with the expectation of better results due to systemic delivery. The user has been using Finasteride, topical Minoxidil, and dermastamping, maintaining hair but seeking more regrowth.