The conversation discusses alternative hair loss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.
A 19-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) experienced significant hair loss and uses keto shampoo, zinc, and Nizoral to manage it. He inquires about the potential for regrowth and whether adding finasteride would help.
Users discussed their experiences with microneedling for hair loss, noting that visible progress typically starts after 1-4 months. Some combined microneedling with Minoxidil for better results.
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.
Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.
A user shared 3-month hair regrowth results using a combination of oral Dutasteride, daily Minoxidil, RU58841, micro-needling, Keto shampoo, scalp massages, and supplements. Positive progress was noted, and encouragement to continue was given.
Microneedling is effective for hair growth, especially when combined with finasteride and minoxidil, but concerns exist about potential long-term skin damage. Users report increased collagen and elastin deposition, but the long-term effects on the scalp remain uncertain.
Female with aga tried minoxidil 5% and spironolactone, no success yet. Gladyator96 suggests waiting 6 months, adding tretinoin or dermarolling with minoxidil.
A user's progress with hair loss treatments such as derma pen, minoxidil/finasteride topical, RU58841, oils and Hims shampoo over 6 months. The replies are full of encouragement for continued progress.
User experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil and Finasteride since January 2020, with no side effects reported. Shaving head twice helped Minoxidil reach scalp more effectively.
The conversation emphasizes the importance of starting hair loss treatment early, using options like minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, essential oils, and dermarolling, and encourages leaving the hair loss subreddit once treatment begins to avoid stress and obsession. Users shared personal success with finasteride and the motivation to start treatment to prevent future regret.
Hair loss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments like estrogen and spironolactone can be effective.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.
The post discusses the user's experience with topical minoxidil (5%) for hair loss, showing some improvement after 2 months. Suggestions from others include keeping the hair shorter on the sides and back, adding finasteride for better results, and considering a shaved head look, though the latter was debated for its femininity.
The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, low-level laser therapy, ketokonozole, supplements, Viviscal, Nutrafol, microneedling, PRP, and scalp Botox injections, but is still experiencing hair shedding and thinning. Despite being on this regimen for two years, the user's hair condition is worsening, and they are seeking advice on what else they can do.
EdgeLord19941's progress with hair loss medication, which includes 0.5mg dutasteride daily, 5mg oral minoxidil daily and microneedling with an electronic pen once every 7-14 days at 1.5mm. There have been positive results reported within 3 months of following this regimen with no major side effects.
Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.
Peppermint Essential Oil (PEO) was discussed for its hair regrowth effects on shaved mice after 4 weeks. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 (RU).
A user is using microneedling and rosemary/peppermintoil to treat hair loss, avoiding chemicals due to potential side effects. They have seen baby hairs growing after five weeks and plan to continue for a year.
The conversation is about the use of peppermint essential oil for hair loss, asking which type to use and how to apply it. One user reported using peppermintoil daily for six months without seeing any results.
The conversation discusses using microneedling combined with castor, peppermint, rosemary oils, and caffeine as a treatment for mild hair loss, aiming to stop or slow down hair loss and potentially regrow hair. The effectiveness of this treatment without side effects is uncertain, and it may slow hair loss but results vary.
The conversation discusses a person's 4-month hair loss treatment regimen using topical minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, a dermastamp, and rosemary and peppermintoils. Progress pictures are shared to show the results.
The conversation discusses a 4-month hair regrowth protocol that includes finasteride (1.25mg), RU58841, dermarolling, ketoconazole, minoxidil, peppermintoil, and fatty acids/oils. Progress pictures are shared to show the results of these treatments.
The conversation is about someone using finasteride for hair loss and considering adding peppermintoil to their regimen. One person replied that they tried peppermintoil for about a month with no results.
A user reported thickening their hairline using a nightly mixture of castor oil, peppermintoil, rosemary oil, and sandalore, without using minoxidil due to side effects. They also continued using alfatriodol for DHT blocking and saw modest improvements after 6 months.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including topical finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, RU58841, peppermintoil, and microneedling. It also mentions lifestyle changes like converting to Islam and avoiding smoking, drinking, and partying.
A user noticed baby hairs after combing out locs and has been applying castor, rosemary, and peppermintoil daily. They are curious about progress, sharing photos from different stages.
The user increased finasteride to 1mg daily, stopped using ketoconazole and pyrithione zinc shampoos, and started using regular pH balanced shampoo with tea tree oil, rosemary/peppermintoil, and microneedling. They are now seeing new hair regrowth at the hairline and temples.