Tretinoin may increase minoxidil absorption but could potentially worsen hair loss over time. Users discuss applying 0.5% tretinoin gel to the hairline/scalp with minoxidil.
Dutasteride is shown to be significantly more effective than finasteride for treating male androgenic alopecia. Users discuss the difficulty of obtaining dutasteride in some countries and share personal experiences with its effectiveness and side effects.
The user started using minoxidil in March 2024, added dermastamping, and later switched to a minoxidil/finasteride spray, also using Nizoral. They report fuller hair and positive comments from friends and family.
The user reports using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, along with microneedling, vitamins, biotin, and nizoral shampoo. They recently increased minoxidil and finasteride to twice daily and feel their hair is thicker but are unsure about regrowth.
Inflammation on the scalp can hinder hair regrowth and the effectiveness of treatments. The user is using ketoconazole shampoo, Selsun Blue, finasteride, and oral minoxidil.
User shares 6.5 months of progress using topical finasteride 0.1% and minoxidil 10%, along with lasercomb, dermaroller, Nizoral, scalp massager, and biotin. They seek feedback on their results.
The user is using topical dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin but seeing no results or side effects. They also microneedle every two weeks but experience little bleeding, questioning if a thick scalp is preventing treatment effectiveness.
The post discusses using oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hair loss. Minoxidil improved hair growth with mild hypertrichosis, while Dutasteride caused severe acne, cognitive issues, and mild anxiety, leading the user to prefer Finasteride.
The user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using 1mg finasteride, weekly 1.5mm microneedling, and daily 2mg copper peptide injections. They discussed their hair loss treatment and results.
A user shared their 90-day progress using chewable finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins for hair loss. They experienced initial shedding, followed by regrowth of baby hairs, and now have more hair than before starting treatment.
A 31-year-old switched from finasteride to dutasteride 0.5mg daily on June 1st, questioning regrowth results. A reply noted some stabilization and slight regrowth.
The user stabilized hair loss with oral Finasteride and saw significant hair growth after adding oral Minoxidil. They also used collagen peptides and had no side effects.
The user experienced severe side effects when using topical Dutasteride and RU58841 together and is considering using them at different times of the day. They are seeking advice on whether this approach might reduce side effects.
A user noticed increased hair loss after taking B12 supplements for two months, with B12 levels rising to 1500. They are seeking help as other tests show normal levels of minerals and vitamins.
The conversation is about the timeline for Kintor's phase 3 trials for GT20029 and the potential release of the product in three years. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user shared their 2-month progress using a topical solution with 6% Minoxidil and 0.3% Finasteride, applied nightly with a dropper. They reported no side effects and plan to update every 2 months.
The post discusses using ketoconazole and finasteride for hair loss, suggesting waiting to use minoxidil. The user also mentions microneedling and emphasizes confidence over hair appearance.
A user shared their 5-6 month hair loss progress using dutasteride daily, microneedling weekly, and topical minoxidil every two days, along with a hair nutrient mask. Another user praised the use of dutasteride.
A user shared positive results after 3 months of using 1 mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil daily for hair regrowth. Other users expressed amazement and shared similar experiences, with one noting potential shedding around months 5-7.
The user discusses using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss and plans to counteract potential facial aging from Minoxidil with tretinoin, a jade roller, dandelion root extract, and careful water and sodium intake. They also consider switching to topical Minoxidil and using supplements to enhance treatment response.
A user shared their experience of getting 1400 hair grafts 5 months post-op with Dr. Vikram Jayaprakash, mentioning they have been using finasteride for 2.5 years. The responses include compliments on the results and questions about the cost and current treatments.
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and experienced initial shedding but later saw significant hair regrowth, especially with the addition of minoxidil. Another user switched to dutasteride without experiencing shedding or noticeable regrowth.
Caffeine shampoos show comparable results to Minoxidil and may enhance its effects when used together. Caffeine can be detected in the scalp up to 24 hours after a 2-minute application, making it an affordable treatment option.
A user is seeking affordable hair vitamins without biotin, already taking zinc and D3+K2, and has been dealing with chronic telogen effluvium since 2013. They previously used Nutrafol Vegan but found it too expensive.
A 24-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using 1mg finasteride daily and 2.5mg oral minoxidil. The results appear natural without enhancements.
Dutasteride can drastically reduce sebum production, leading to dryer hair and shedding. Alternating shampoos and periodic silica supplementation can improve hair quality and thickness.
Lighting and camera angles can greatly affect the appearance of hair thickness in photos. Consistent conditions are crucial for tracking progress, and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can show results in about 6-8 months.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair growth after taking oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for 30 days. Other users expressed disbelief at the rapid results, with some attributing changes to camera effects.