Microneedling with 5% minoxidil improves hair growth for hair loss patients. Best protocol: 1.5mm dermaroller weekly for 12 weeks or 0.6mm dermapen every 2 weeks for 12 weeks, skipping topicals for 24 hours.
Minokem-N's composition is unclear, with concerns about unlisted hydrocortisone. Users discuss alternatives like AloATM, which lacks soothing agents, and the challenges of verifying ingredients.
A user shared their experience with Minoxidil 5%, reporting hair regrowth during use but significant hair loss after stopping. They resumed treatment and regained hair, noting that discontinuation leads to rapid hair loss and that scalp dryness was managed with oil.
A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.
Tae147 has shared results of using pyrilutamide, a 5% concentration topical solution applied twice daily, in combination with minoxidil, to reduce scalp itchiness and hair shedding. Other users have shared their experiences with the treatment, as well as questions about its availability on the market.
The user is unsure if their hair thinning is due to fungal infection/inflammation or genetic factors and is hesitant to start Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. They are currently using Ketoconazole 2% and triamcinolone acetonide and are concerned about potential side effects from other medications.
Accepting baldness and the various ways people try to cope with it, such as shaving, using medications like minoxidil and finasteride, or getting a hair transplant. Participants discussed how true acceptance of hair loss involves confronting difficult emotions such as grief for one's former appearance and identity, as opposed to simply superficially hiding it with a shaved head.
This conversation is about a user's regrowth journey using 5% Minoxidil and 1% Finasteride, with positive results after 2 months. Other users offered support or shared their experiences with hair loss treatments.
A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.
The user shared a one-year progress of treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil capsules, and rosemary oil, and also improved mental health by addressing childhood trauma and changing negative thought patterns. Commenters congratulated the user on both hair regrowth and mental health progress, with one asking for advice on overcoming self-hatred and low confidence.
A user's experience with microneedling monotherapy and potential treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, Stemoxydine, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and RU58841 for reversing hair loss.
Rosemary oil and peppermint oil may promote hair growth and increase cutaneous blood flow, showing promise as treatments for androgenetic alopecia. Minoxidil 2% is also used for treating hair loss.
The conversation discusses a user's two-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. One user asks for a timeline of progress, another comments on hair length, and the original poster mentions using microneedling sporadically.
A user's progress with hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, microneedling, nizoral 2%, finasteride 0.5mg/day and 0.5mg/ml per day in minoxidil, as well as RU58841 purchased from Anagen Inc., which allowed the user to go outside without a hat or cap for two years.
The conversation is about creating a higher concentration of the newly FDA-approved hair loss treatment, Clascoterone (Winlevi), through compounding pharmacies and possibly organizing group purchases. Some users are unfamiliar with Winlevi and are asking for an explanation of the drug.
User pancake9001 experienced minimal hair growth with Minoxidil for 3 years, but noticed dramatic hair loss after stopping. Replies suggest not stopping Minoxidil and considering adding an anti-androgen for better results.
A user shares their struggle with hair loss despite trying treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, and expresses frustration over ineffective medical advice and a failed hair transplant. Others in the conversation suggest alternative treatments, acceptance of baldness, and focusing on other life aspects.
The conversation speculates on whether Tom Cruise uses hair loss treatments like Finasteride or Dutasteride, with some suggesting he naturally has good hair like Brad Pitt, while others joke about Scientology or genetics playing a role. Specific treatments mentioned include Finasteride, Dutasteride, and possibly high-quality hair products or procedures like PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma).
The post and conversation discuss Verteporfin's potential as a hair loss treatment. It's shown promise in regrowing hair after transplants and might be effective with microneedling.
A 24 year old who has been experiencing thinning hair for 6 years and is starting a course of treatment involving finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and nizoral shampoo. Others are wishing them luck and offering advice on how to potentially recover from the condition.
A user can't refill their oral minoxidil prescription due to it being out of stock and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. Suggestions include finding it at another pharmacy, ordering online, using topical minoxidil orally, and considering finasteride or dutasteride.
People are discussing why barbers often don't mention their clients' hair loss, with some sharing personal experiences where barbers did suggest treatments like finasteride (Fin) or mentioned the possibility of hair transplants. Some barbers avoid the topic to not offend clients, while others openly discuss it and recommend treatments or acknowledge the issue when asked.
A 26-year-old man embraced baldness, gaining confidence and personal growth, and encourages self-acceptance. Others discussed hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, but he did not use them.
Pyrilutimide, a treatment for hair loss; it's effectiveness compared to other treatments such as Finasteride and RU58841; and some users’ experiences with the treatment.
User experienced rapid thinning on crown, used dutasteride for 3 months with significant improvement. Microneedling and ketoconazole were also used, but no minoxidil or finasteride.
A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hair loss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.
Finasteride can cause scalp itch and inflammation, possibly due to DHT changes, but these effects are often temporary and part of the shedding phase. Consistent use of finasteride may show results after 6 months, with potential hair regrowth and slowed hair loss.