The conversation is about using tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment. The user is seeking advice on usage frequency and results after adding tretinoin to their regimen.
A user tried microneedling for hair loss with a Dr. Pen at 0.8 mm and experienced bleeding, questioning if the intensity was too much. Others suggested a less aggressive approach, and one mentioned finasteride as a helpful treatment without side effects.
User experienced bad reaction to minoxidil and asks if anyone tried stemoxydine alone for hair loss. They consider trying stemoxydine with low dose topical finasteride after testing stemoxydine on a small area.
The user's experience with oral minoxidil, which resulted in under-eye wrinkles; other users sharing their experiences and advice regarding hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and collagen supplementation.
People are discussing using tretinoin gel with minoxidil to improve hair growth, especially for those who didn't respond to minoxidil alone. They apply a mix of tretinoin gel and minoxidil to the scalp, which is said to be more effective than minoxidil by itself.
Increasing the sult1a1 enzyme on the scalp may improve response to topical minoxidil. The user suggests using a baking soda solution, DMSO, and tretinoin to enhance enzyme activity and minoxidil effectiveness.
A user shared their 4-month progress using oral Minoxidil (3mg) and Finasteride (1.1mg) with a 0.5mm derma roller twice a week, noting visible improvement. Others congratulated and encouraged them to continue the treatment.
A person started using Minoxidil at 34 and had a hair transplant at 38, avoiding a straight hairline for a natural look and had 2200 grafts. They began taking Finasteride as a precaution, but Minoxidil did most of the work.
A 19-year-old experienced worsening hair loss after 4 months on finasteride, despite initial improvement with minoxidil. The consensus is to continue treatment for at least a year, as shedding is common and often temporary.
A 40+ male shared his one-year progress using minoxidil twice daily and microneedling once a week, showing significant hair improvement. He also occasionally uses finasteride in a low dosage due to side effects.
Akinfenrawr experienced negative side effects from oral finasteride and RU58841, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. They discuss various options, including raloxifene, oral dutasteride, liposomal finasteride, Breezula, Pyrilutamide, SM04554, and sulforaphane, but have concerns about efficacy, availability, and cost.
User shared progress in treating hair loss and improving skin, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and skin care regimen. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about costs and side effects.
After 11 years on Finasteride, a user's hair is thinning again, suggesting hair may become more sensitive to DHT with age. They plan to introduce Dutasteride once a week, as they cannot tolerate Minoxidil.
The conversation discusses using a microneedling device on the face after using it on the scalp, with suggestions to use a depth of 0.2mm for facial treatments. Caution and proper sterilization are advised due to the sensitivity of facial skin.
A 28-year-old started using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and is frustrated by insensitive comments from others about his balding, which is a sensitive topic for him. People, including a girl he's seeing, have made hurtful remarks, and the conversation includes discussions on societal double standards and advice to ignore such comments and focus on self-improvement.
The conversation discusses the link between seborrheic dermatitis, acne, and male pattern baldness, suggesting that DHT may cause both skin conditions and hair loss. Treatments mentioned include RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and other topical anti-androgens.
Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.
The conversation discusses using zinc sulphate and azelaic acid to inhibit 5 alpha-reductase activity, which could potentially treat androgen-related skin conditions like hair loss. Combining these with vitamin B6 could enhance the effect, potentially offering an alternative to finasteride.
A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.
User made progress with hair loss using Fin, Min, and microneedling. Experienced side effects like improved skin, brain fog, and memory issues, but adjusting Fin dosage helped.
A user's results after using finasteride (1.25mg/day) for one year, which included improvements to their hair and skin as well as some side effects such as decreased libido and watery semen. They also mentioned they stopped taking creatine around the same time.
A 21-year-old male who has been suffering from hair loss since he was 17, and has made great progress with a combination of minoxidil and finasteride topical solutions. They discussed the efficacy of microneedling for sensitive scalps as well.
A user improved their hair loss from NW3+ to NW1.5 over three years using a regimen of dutasteride, finasteride, Nizoral, biotin, and collagen. They experienced some side effects and adjusted dosages over time, and noted additional benefits like better skin and muscle gain.
A potential treatment for hair loss that involves injecting fat into the scalp; the role of testosterone and estrogen in thinning fat tissue under the skin; research on using lard to treat androgenic alopecia, as well as PRP + ACELL/amniotic stem cell treatments; and ongoing clinical trials by doctors involved in the study.
A user shared a 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg finasteride every other day, Naz shampoo twice weekly, and daily vitamin D and omega 3, without using minoxidil or dermarolling due to scalp sensitivity. Commenters noted the significant results from a low dose of finasteride and questioned the role of vitamins in the treatment.
Mixing Nizoral and T-Gel in a 1:1 ratio and using it three times a week provided relief from persistent seborrheic dermatitis. This treatment is recommended for those with stubborn SD.
The conversation is about the effects of steroids on hair loss. Some users believe that steroids can cause hair loss, while others argue that it depends on individual sensitivity to DHT. There is also discussion about the appearance of balding individuals who use steroids.
Topical dutasteride, especially at higher concentrations, can be effective for hair loss when combined with microneedling to enhance absorption. Users discuss the side effects of finasteride and dutasteride, with some preferring topical treatments to avoid systemic side effects.
The conversation is a humorous discussion about excessive hair growth due to using minoxidil, with suggestions of laser hair removal and comments on the appearance of the hair. Some users joke about starting finasteride treatment at a young age or being non-responders to hair loss treatments.
The conversation discusses that dutasteride may be more effective than finasteride for frontal hair loss due to higher 5ar Type 1 enzyme activity in that area. Some users question the validity of this information, while others confirm it with additional sources.