Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.
A 20-year-old female is experiencing hairline loss and seeks effective naturalremedies or affordable drugstore treatments. She has tried flax seeds and aloe vera without success.
A user shares their hairloss treatment regimen, which includes oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, RU58841, LLLT cap, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, vitamin D3, NAC supplement, MK677, collagen, and other hair care products. They seek opinions on its effectiveness.
A user shared progress pictures after 5 months using Hims 2-in-1 finasteride and minoxidil with a 1.5mm derma roller. Other users commented positively and shared their own experiences with the treatment.
Rosemary oil is being used as an addition to minoxidil and finasteride forhair health, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some users report positive results, while others see no benefit or experience adverse effects.
A user experienced extreme hair growth on their hairline and temples using naturalremedies like onion juice, nail rubbing, more veggies and fruits, less carbs, jojoba oil, and dermarolling. They did not use Minoxidil, finasteride, or any prescription drugs.
The conversation is about mesotherapy forhair regrowth, with suggestions to use microneedling combined with minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride instead. Mesotherapy is considered an expensive gimmick with no proven results.
The user started losing hair at 17 and tried various naturalremedies and supplements with little success. They eventually found minoxidil effective in reducing shedding and recently began finasteride, experiencing no significant side effects and feeling more confident.
A user is trying Ayurvedic remediesfor male pattern baldness, including onion juice, curry leaves, aloe vera, and a prepared oil mix. They plan to switch to minoxidil, finasteride, and PRP treatment if no improvement is seen in four months.
A custom-made serum based on double-blind studies for AGA, which includes natural ingredients such as rosemary oil, procyanidin B-2, saw palmetto extract, curcuma aeruginosa, pumpkin seed oil and castor oil. The user has updated their recipe to include apple poly procyanidin B-2 4% concentration and other ingredients before topping it off with Pura d'or serum.
A person shared their experience with teenage male pattern baldness, advising teenagers to involve their parents, consult medical professionals, and not self-medicate. They discussed using minoxidil and finasteride, including a topical combination of both, as potential treatments under professional supervision.
A user experienced hair shedding despite using naturalremedies but saw improvement with topical finasteride and oral minoxidil. After stopping supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil, shedding resumed, but combining them again with finasteride and minoxidil reduced shedding.
Hairloss treatments include Minoxidil, Finasteride, hair transplant surgery, PRP therapy, laser therapy, naturalremedies, and lifestyle changes. Combining treatments often yields the best results.
The user successfully reduced hairloss using pumpkin seed oil, Nizoral shampoo, and astaxanthin without using minoxidil or finasteride. They observed significant improvement over 12 months and believe the combination of treatments is effective.
A user shared their naturalhair regrowth routine that includes using a peppermint oil and coffee shampoo, applying liquid silica, taking vitamin D and magnesium supplements, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy diet. They believe this routine has stopped their hairloss and improved hair thickness without using pharmaceuticals.
A user discusses their hairloss and current natural treatments, including derma stamp, rosemary oil, wild growth hair oil, biotin, omega 3, and a small DHT blocker. Another user suggests the hairloss is androgenic alopecia and recommends either taking finasteride or accepting the hairloss.
The conversation discusses natural DHT blockers like rice bran oil, which may reduce 5α-reductase activity similarly to Minoxidil and Dutasteride. One user argues that finasteride is more reliable and effective than natural alternatives.
The user discusses their long struggle with hairloss, considering various treatments like hair transplants, hair systems, and natural methods such as micro-needling, vitamin supplements, and a healthy lifestyle. They express concerns about side effects from drugs like finasteride and ultimately lean towards using a hair system for better appearance and confidence.
A user shared a list of natural supplements they tried that did not stop their male pattern baldness (MPB), including vitamin D, biotin, and various oils. The conversation includes skepticism and jokes about one of the methods, injecting jellyfish mucus into testicles, and mixed opinions on the effectiveness of natural treatments.
The conversation discusses a natural approach to hairloss treatment using rosemary, peppermint oil, derma roller, pumpkin seed oil, and saw palmetto. Commenters note a slight or minor difference in hair growth.
The conversation is about using naturalhair masks like red hot pepper, aloe vera, onion juice, mint oil, and valerian root alongside finasteride forhairloss. The user is asking if anyone has tried these and seen positive effects.
A user likes a naturalhair styling product that makes their hair look thicker and is seeking opinions on whether it could harm hair follicles. They also question if cold water is sufficient to wash the product out and mention they are experiencing hair thinning.
User seeks naturalhair products for hold/texture without harmful chemicals due to thinning hair. They consider Hades Matte Paste and Matte Lava Clay, asking if any ingredients could cause hairloss.
The conversation is about someone using finasteride forhairloss and considering adding peppermint oil to their regimen. One person replied that they tried peppermint oil for about a month with no results.
The conversation ranks natural shampoos used forhairloss, with Pura D'or being the top choice due to its multiple DHT blocking ingredients and value. Other shampoos mentioned include Hims DHT Blocker Shampoo, Bevisen Organic Anti-DHT Shampoo, Ultrax Labs Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo, and Hairgenics Pronexa Therapy Shampoo, with varying effectiveness and prices.
A user reported hairline regrowth after two weeks on a treatment including finasteride, peppermint and rosemary oils, emu oil, magnesium oil spray, apple cider vinegar, and dermarolling, while avoiding shampoos and conditioners. They believe DHT contributes to hairloss but also suggest follicle fibrosis is an issue.
The user has been experiencing hairloss and tried argan oil, castor oil, and tea tree oil without success. They are considering seeing a dermatologist for medication.