Finasteride stops hair loss by blocking DHT, while Minoxidil promotes hair growth by increasing blood flow to hair follicles. Using both can help regrow hair, but results vary by individual.
The user is happy with their hair regrowth after two years of using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, reporting no side effects. They noticed significant improvement after one year and maintained consistent treatment to avoid shedding.
Topical finasteride is less popular due to inconvenience, cost, and availability, while oral finasteride is favored for ease and safety. Some users experience side effects with topical use, but find it effective with minoxidil, though opinions on its efficacy vary.
The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.
Hair transplants can initially yield good results, but native hair is more reliable, and transplanted hair may still be lost over time. Early intervention with treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil is recommended, but it's important to start with lower doses and manage expectations realistically.
The user has been using Minoxidil 1.5 times a day for 4 months, Finasteride 1mg for 3 months, and microneedling once a week. They are unsure about their progress due to colorblindness, but another user noted some improvement.
The user is experiencing hair regrowth using topical 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with no side effects noted. They are considering switching to oral treatments if progress stalls, but are currently satisfied with the results.
A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is using oral minoxidil and finasteride but notices his hair looks thin in sunlight. Suggestions include using hair products, considering topical minoxidil, addressing seborrheic dermatitis, and possibly trying dutasteride or a hair transplant.
People are discussing hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, to turn vellus hairs into terminal hairs. Some users also mention using antibiotics, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, DHT blockers, biotin, and natural remedies like onion juice and seeds to improve hair growth.
AHK-Cu peptide is considered better than GHK-Cu for hair growth. The user is seeking recommendations for trusted AHK-Cu peptide brands with third-party testing.
A 20-year-old has been using finasteride for a year and added minoxidil three months ago, seeing significant hair regrowth. They are considering continuing the current treatment or possibly a hair transplant in the future.
A user shared their 3-year progress using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, reporting significant hair regrowth and some side effects like bloating, seborrheic dermatitis, and water retention. The user is happy with the results, noting improvements in both the crown and hairline.
The user "OP" is frustrated with hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and oral dutasteride. Other users suggest keto shampoo, lifestyle changes, and low light laser therapy.
A user is starting a finasteride and minoxidil routine for diffuse pattern hair loss and is concerned about hair dependency on minoxidil. Responses suggest that new hairs may not survive without minoxidil, but existing hairs won't fall out if minoxidil is stopped, though experiences vary.
A user shared their dad's progress after 5 months of Minoxidil and 4 months of Finasteride, showing significant hair regrowth. Users discussed the potential for miniaturized hairs to become terminal again, with some expressing hope and others skepticism.
Applying Minoxidil takes users between 10 seconds to 20 minutes, with most finding quicker methods more efficient. Techniques vary from using foam, liquid, or spray, with some users recommending buzz cuts for easier application.
A 20-year-old is feeling depressed about hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 5-6 months. Users suggest continuing treatment, trying derma rolling, oral minoxidil, and addressing lifestyle factors.
A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential side effects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.
This post and conversation are about using receipt paper as a satirical treatment for hair loss. Users humorously discuss various absurd methods, including rubbing, ingesting, and making suppositories out of receipts.
Onion juice helped with hair loss but was smelly and inconvenient. The user now uses dutasteride and minoxidil, finding them more effective and practical.
Adding tretinoin to minoxidil may help non-responders but likely won't improve results for those already responding to minoxidil. The user plans to try tretinoin with minoxidil and finasteride to see if it enhances hair regrowth.
Topical estrogen or estradiol for hair loss is being discussed for its effectiveness compared to finasteride. Users are sharing their experiences and opinions on its potential benefits.
A user experienced no hair regrowth after using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, and reported side effects from oral finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or using hair fibers for better results.
Pyrilutamide powder is now available at a local supermarket in the Netherlands. The discussion humorously touches on hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The post and conversation are about a hair loss treatment stack without finasteride or dutasteride. The suggested treatments include Alfatradiol, Koshine826, Ketoconazole lotion, Minoxidil, microneedling, Tretinoin, and Stemoxydine.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp for 3 months with significant improvement. They are now adding ketoconazole to their routine.
The user experienced significant hair thickening and temple hair growth after one year of using finasteride, minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling. They are considering asking their dermatologist about dutasteride.