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      community Do silicone based shampoos/conditioners affect the absorption of topicald?

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Silicone-based shampoos and conditioners may leave a layer on the scalp that could affect the absorption of topical hair loss treatments like Fluridil. The user is considering switching to silicone products to manage frizzy hair but is concerned about this potential issue.

      community Do those silicone scalp massagers help or hurt hair?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Using a silicone scalp massager may cause hair shedding, but it could also stimulate blood flow and help with scalp conditions. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, with mixed results on regrowth and maintenance.

      community What Hinders the Absorption of Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Silicone and dimethicone in shampoos may hinder Minoxidil absorption, while Tretinoin and microneedling can enhance its efficacy. Users discuss applying Tretinoin before Minoxidil, waiting for it to dry first.

      community Scalp massagers really do work.

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Silicone scalp massagers are claimed to slow or reverse hair loss and improve hair regrowth, with users reporting reduced shedding and scalp tension. Some users also mention using them alongside treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community VT Reedle Shot for hair growth?

       1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The VT Reedle Shot, a skincare product using silica spicules, is discussed as a potential at-home alternative to microneedling for hair regrowth. It is suggested that different intensities may aid in hairline regrowth.

      community 14 Months Dut/Minox/Microneedling + 13 Months HRT

       38 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared their hair regrowth journey using treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, Nizoral, silica, biotin, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with cyproterone and estradiol. They reported substantial hairline improvement and some crown thinning, with hopes for further progress.

      community Explanation for "dutasteride destroyed my hair"

       7 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dutasteride can drastically reduce sebum production, leading to dryer hair and shedding. Alternating shampoos and periodic silica supplementation can improve hair quality and thickness.

      community Nizoral is drying my hair and I don’t know what else to do

       4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is experiencing hair dryness and damage after using topical minoxidil and Nizoral. She is advised to reduce washing frequency, use a bond builder like K18, apply a silicone-based serum, and consider using a shower filter and different oils like argan oil for better hair health.

      community Almost 4 months in, very happy with results

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is happy with their hair loss treatment results after almost four months. They use 1 mg finasteride daily, apply topical minoxidil twice a day, use a silicone scalp massager, sleep with a bonnet, and exercise regularly.

      community The beginners Minoxidil Protocol

      in Minoxidil  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      A straightforward hair loss treatment involves using Minoxidil twice daily, microneedling weekly, and using silicone-free shampoo. Shaving the head can simplify the routine, and consistency is crucial for effectiveness.

      community Update: Exactly one year of treatment

       696 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their one-year hair regrowth progress using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, rosemary oil, and a silicone head massager, along with a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They are happy with the results but acknowledge some hair loss is still visible, especially when wet.

      community Does anyone have experience with topical dut?

       8 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.

      community EssenGen 6-Plus with PG Results - 7 Weeks

       162 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user started using EssenGen 6-Plus, containing 6% minoxidil and 0.05% finasteride, along with 1% Nizoral shampoo, and reported noticeable hair growth in 7 weeks. They experienced some chest tightness but are monitoring it, and they are satisfied with the progress despite using a silicone-containing shampoo.

      community Has anyone tried Hair Volume by New Nordic?

       2 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation is about trying Hair Volume by New Nordic for improving hair quality and density. The product contains biotin, apple extract, millet extract, L-methionine, pantothenic acid, silicon, zinc oxide, and copper sulfate.

      community A brush that stimulates the scalp?

       6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking a brush for dry, thick hair that can effectively stimulate the scalp and distribute natural oils. Another user recommends a "wet" brand detangling brush that works well for their coarse, dry hair and helps distribute argan oil to the scalp.

      community Update after 15 years on finasteride and 4 on dutasteride

       210 upvotes 6 days ago
      A 55-year-old male has been managing hair loss with finasteride for 15 years and switched to dutasteride in 2022 due to thinning. He also uses minoxidil, PRP treatments, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is considering a shorter hairstyle for more volume.

      community Re:you (NOVOGRO) New Hair Loss Treatment Coming in August

       45 upvotes 2 months ago
      NOVOGRO's new hair loss treatment is questioned for its effectiveness compared to minoxidil, with skepticism about its claims and trial results. The product targets women and lacks the 5α-reductase inhibitor NV-1065, which is still in development.

      community Is it worth using anti-hair loss shampoo?

      in Product  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      Anti-hair loss shampoos, like the one with rosemary, quillaja, and jaborandi extracts, mainly support scalp health but are not effective for hair regrowth compared to treatments like finasteride or minoxidil. Ketoconazole 2% is noted as the only effective anti-hair loss shampoo, while others are often considered scams.

      community How to deal with mechanically induced shedding

       4 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause scalp dryness and flaking, leading to hair shedding when exfoliating. Alternatives like oral Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo are suggested to manage these issues.

      community Itch and hairfall after first ketoconazol use

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      After using ketoconazole shampoo, the user experienced itching and hair shedding, which may be a normal reaction. They are also using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment.

      community One year Fin & Min daily, results…

      in Is this regrowth?  438 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using daily 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil, specifically the Alopexy brand, with no negative side effects. They noticed improvements after a year, with comments from others confirming the success.

      community Let’s try this again lmao - Baseline/Post Shed/6 Months of Min/Fin

      in Is this regrowth?  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 6 months using a regimen of 1mg Finasteride daily, 5% Minoxidil foam twice daily, Nizoral shampoo twice a week, and Moroccanoil Scalp Balance shampoo and conditioner. The user reported no side effects from Finasteride and noted a change in hair texture during treatment.