Stemoxydine is more expensive than minoxidil and finasteride, costing $50-$150 per month. The discussion questions why the cost is higher despite efficacy.
The original poster found that using rosemary oil, peppermint oil, jojoba oil, oral castor oil, head massages, ketoconazole shampoo, omega-3 fatty acids, and a multivitamin reduced their hair loss from 150 to 50 hairs a day. Another person reported a significant drop in hair loss using a similar oil blend with additional ingredients.
The user experienced severe hair shedding despite using oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, and was diagnosed with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). They are considering switching to topical treatments due to the ineffectiveness of their current regimen.
A user shared their 2-year hair regrowth journey using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and a diet change, without a hair transplant. Despite skepticism from others, the user insists the results are natural and encourages consistency and dietary adjustments.
Finasteride and minoxidil can revive hair dormant for up to 7 years, with microneedling enhancing regrowth. Users report significant hair regrowth even after long periods of baldness.
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
A 37-year-old male resolved scalp folliculitis by adopting a low-histamine diet and taking Vitamin A, Zinc, and Fish Oil, leading to better skin health and thicker hair. He warns about the potential toxicity of excessive Vitamin A intake.
Hair care products for those using minox, keto, fin, and microneedling are discussed. Nizoral 2%, Revita shampoo, Nioxin system 2, Aveda thickening tonic, Hanz De Fuko Claymation, and Morrocanoil Texture Clay are mentioned as options.
User shared hair growth progress since January using treatments like minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, biotin oil, and derma roller. Others suggested solutions for minoxidil side effects and recommended adding a multivitamin.
OP struggles with scalp flakes causing hair loss and has tried Selsun Blue, Ketoconazole, and ZPT Shampoo without success. Suggestions include using salicylic acid shampoo, shaving the head, using Nizoral, and combining treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
Ketoconazole shampoo is primarily for scalp health and reducing inflammation, not hair regrowth. Combining ketoconazole with finasteride can yield similar results to using minoxidil and finasteride together.
Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral 2%, and microneedling for hair loss but finds Nizoral drying. They seek affordable shampoo and conditioner recommendations, with one reply suggesting baby shampoo for non-Nizoral days.
Taking care of hair condition through the use of shampoo, conditioner, oils and scalp scrubs, as well as advice on using Nizoral and Naturebox Olive Shampoo. Replies also included discussion about whether a bad shampoo could be causing hair loss.
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.
The user experienced hair thinning despite using finasteride and switched to a ketoconazole shampoo without sulfates to address scalp itching and dandruff. They hope this will stop further hair thinning.
A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
A user's experience using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, vitamin D, scalp massage, exercise, and avoiding vaping and 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner to treat hair loss; they also discussed the side effects of finasteride.
The post discusses allergens in everyday shampoos and skincare products, listing yearly allergens from 2000 to 2023. It suggests that these chemicals might contribute to acne and hair loss.
A user has been using Waterman's Grow Me Shampoo, which claims to have DHT blockers and promote hair growth. They've noticed potentially faster hair growth and some new hairs but are unsure if the product is effective or not.
A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.
The user is using topical minoxidil and finasteride, along with daily derma rolling, and is considering using an organic self-tanner on their shaved scalp. They seek advice on whether the self-tanner's ingredients could harm hair regrowth.
The user has been using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and tretinoin cream for hair loss, with positive progress noted after six months. They are advised to continue their current regimen and consider additional treatments like derma rolling, while being cautious about switching to dutasteride due to potential side effects.
A 26-year-old male started minoxidil treatment for male-pattern baldness and saw significant regrowth in three months. He is considering finasteride but is hesitant due to potential side effects.
Natural treatments for hair loss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.
This conversation is about "TheReedThomy's" 12-month long hair loss treatment regimen which includes finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, nizoral, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. Other users have commented to congratulate him on his progress and ask questions about his results.