User tried dutasteride, topical finasteride, oral minox, dermawounding, saw palmetto, pumpkinseedoil, and ketacozonole for hair loss. Improvement was temporary, now trying RU58841 and seeking help.
The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkinseedoil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.
People discussed using vitamin D supplements for hair loss, with some also using steroid injections, pumpkinseedoil, saw palmetto, and zinc. Despite supplementation, one user noted no improvement in hair condition, but acknowledged the general health benefits of addressing vitamin D deficiency.
The user started using 5% minoxidil foam in February and experienced shedding a few weeks later, which continued for about twelve weeks. They are also taking pumpkinseedoil and saw palmetto but remain skeptical about their effectiveness.
A user discusses their hair loss journey, starting with 5% minoxidil and nizoral, and now using DualGen-15 Plus with 15% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride. They also use biotin, pumpkinseedoil, Pura D'or Professional shampoo, and derma rolling, noting some shedding and side effects.
The user is treating hair loss with dermarolling, a laser helmet, scalp massages, and Nizoral. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride and are considering pumpkinseedoil and sulforaphane.
Different treatments for hair loss, such as Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral, PumpkinSeedOil, Saw Palmetto and PRP; the risks of using certain treatments; taking a break from this subreddit to cope with anxiety about hairloss; and potential benefits of maintaining confidence despite hairloss.
A user discusses fighting hair loss without finasteride, using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, saw palmetto, pumpkinseedoil, pygeum, stinging nettles, biotin, a boar bristle brush, and a derma roller. Replies suggest finasteride is necessary for effective hair loss prevention.
User seeks non-finasteride hair loss treatments, suggests Eucapil, minoxidil, microneedling, keto shampoo, oral castor oil, and alfatradiol. Reply recommends vitamin D, zinc, pumpkinseedoil, saw palmetto, and high black tea intake, but emphasizes minoxidil and microneedling as most effective.
The user is concerned about losing over 100 hairs in the shower and wonders if it's normal due to not brushing daily, stress, surgery, and PRP treatments. They are using minoxidil, spironolactone, iron, vitamin D, a multivitamin, pumpkinseedoil, and saw palmetto.
The user was diagnosed with DUPA and initially treated with finasteride, then switched to dutasteride which worsened their hair loss. They are now returning to finasteride and adding treatments including oral minoxidil, Proscar, Viviscal, pumpkinseedoil, LLLT, and Nizoral shampoo, hoping for hair regrowth.
The user "Zealousideal-Pack340" shared their 5-month results on a natural hair loss treatment protocol, which included massages, vitamins, green tea, and pumpkinseeds. Some users suggested using medications like finasteride and minoxidil for better results, while others criticized the effectiveness of natural remedies. Overall, there was no clear consensus on the progress of the user's hair regrowth.
A user's regimen to help with their diffuse thinning, which includes taking Pyrilutamide BID, 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil since August 2021, LLLT every two days, topical fin, progesterone, melatonin, minoxidil (started one week ago), pumpkinseedoil and not dermarolling; other commenters suggested Nizoral for dandruff control and caution when using pre-mixed products with Pyrilutamide.
The post and conversation are about a user's 6-month progress using topical dutasteride, 8% minoxidil, tretinoin, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, oral finasteride, pumpkinseedoil, Vitamin D3, a men's multivitamin, rosemary oil, and 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss treatment.
The user is asking how often to use peppermint oil for hair loss, comparing it to minoxidil usage. They are considering applying it to their scalp either twice a day or every other day.
The post and conversation discuss using coconut oil and castor oil for hair regrowth over 1.5 years. Some users suggest using finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for better results, while others prefer natural oils to avoid side effects.
The conversation discusses incorporating peppermint oil into a hair loss treatment routine alongside minoxidil and possibly considering other second line options before using peppermint oil. Some people apply peppermint oil after minoxidil's absorption period or use shampoos containing peppermint oil.
The conversation discusses using oral castor oil as a hair growth stimulant for beard and scalp hair. One user questions its use, noting castor oil is typically a laxative in the Philippines.
Rosemary oil is compared to minoxidil 2%, but its effectiveness and safety are questioned. Minoxidil 5% is considered safer and more reliable for hair loss prevention.
A 30-year-old man with diffuse hair thinning shared his hair regrowth regimen, which includes increasing Vitamin D intake, taking oral castor oil, using a dermapen, and various supplements like Glycine, K2, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate, and a multivitamin. He also mentioned inconsistent use of Minoxidil, Peppermint Oil, Zix, and topical Castor Oil, and negative side effects from Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral.
The user is asking if they are experiencing hair regrowth while using a treatment regimen that includes hair regrowth gel with castor oil, minoxidil 5% with latanoprost, dermastamping once a week, ketoconazole shampoo, and nizoral cream. They have shared photos after applying these treatments.
A user discusses using dermastamping for hair loss and questions the timing of applying a mixture of peppermint oil, spearmint oil, rosemary oil, and castor oil due to their anti-inflammatory effects. They wonder if waiting 10 hours after stamping would be more effective.
A 22-year-old has seen hair density improvement after using oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily for 7 months and also uses rosemary mint oil weekly. Others suggest finasteride for long-term results, question minoxidil's effectiveness without finasteride, and mention alternatives like microneedling.
The conversation provides advice on hair loss treatments, emphasizing the importance of following instructions for Minoxidil and Finasteride use, considering micro-needling to enhance treatment effectiveness, and incorporating hair oils, vitamins, and appropriate shampoos. The user shares their personal regimen, which includes oral Finasteride, topical Minoxidil, rosemary oil, micro-needling, supplements, and specialized hair care products, and stresses the necessity of consistency for successful results.
The conversation is about a person regrowing their hair in 7 weeks using scalp massages, peppermint oil, microneedling, and keratin shampoo without drugs. They experienced initial shedding but saw improvement after consistent treatment and shampooing every other day.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster using saw palmetto, biotin, minoxidil, a dermaroller, and rosemary oil, considering finasteride or a hair transplant in the future. Other users suggest finasteride or dutasteride for more effective results, while some recommend additional natural supplements and maintaining overall health.
The user has been using finasteride (0.5mg), minoxidil (5% foam), dermarolling, and rosemary oil for 3 months, noticing baby hairs and some shedding. Advice given includes continuing the current treatment, considering additional treatments, and potentially increasing the finasteride dose.
A user reporting an extended shedding period of 9 months while using finasteride and minoxidil, and other users offering advice on treatments such as dutasteride, multivitamin, biotin, rosemary oil, Kiel's magic elixir, hair extensions, changing hair color, healing crystals, and seeing a dermatologist.