A $3 hair oil applicator is recommended for applying minoxidil efficiently, reducing wastage and oily scalp issues. Users discuss cleaning methods and price differences.
Dutasteride is generally considered more effective than finasteride for hair regrowth and thickening, despite some negative anecdotal reports. Users report thicker hair and better skin with dutasteride, and some believe negative reviews are due to advanced alopecia or impatience with the shedding process.
Hair systems can be life-changing, providing a natural look and requiring maintenance every 7-14 days. They cost around $900-1000 annually and are generally comfortable and well-received by others.
A 48-year-old who had been thinning since 25 and reached NW4-5 baldness saw no improvement with 1mg/day finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice a day after 8 months. After copying another person's routine, they now use 0.5mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, daily microneedling with 0.5mm and 1mm once a week, and apply minoxidil twice daily, resulting in baby hairs on their bald spot and temples after three months.
User baldwarrior85 regrets not starting finasteride earlier to prevent hair loss. Others share their experiences, with some having side effects and others seeing positive results from the treatment.
The conversation is about Brad Pitt's hair and whether he has had a hair transplant or used finasteride. Some users believe that his good genetics and lifestyle choices are responsible for his hair, while others think he may have had cosmetic procedures or used hair loss treatments.
Finasteride is available in Turkey without a prescription, with 1mg tablets costing 800 Turkish lira and 5mg tablets costing 150 lira. Oral minoxidil capsules were found at Cerrahpaşa nur eczanesi, also without a prescription.
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.
The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.
A 27 year old's 3-month progress with topicalfinasteride and minoxidil solution, combined with weekly Nizoral shampoo. Replies to the post discuss the user's results, which are considered impressive, as well as the regimen used.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topicalMinoxidil and Finasteride but had to stop due to high liver enzyme levels. They plan to pause treatment for a month to see if their liver values return to normal.
A user shared progress pictures showing successful hair retention using a low-dose topicalfinasteride (0.008%) combined with minoxidil. Users discussed the effectiveness of the treatment, minimal effective dosing, and avoiding systemic side effects.
A 31-year-old used topicalminoxidil and finasteride with weekly microneedling for 3.5 weeks, seeing improvements in the crown and frontal areas. They are happy with the results and curious about the 3-month mark.
Using topicalfin and minoxidil (as well as potentially microneedling) for hair loss over a two year period, with the user reporting great progress. Additional questions were asked about dosage amounts, haircuts and side effects of these treatments.
The conversation is about hair regrowth progress using topicalfinasteride 0.1%, minoxidil 10%, ketoconazole shampoo, and weekly microneedling. The user plans to continue the treatment for another year to assess its effectiveness.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about absorption and considering adding tretinoin for better results. Microneedling is suggested as a method to improve absorption, with varying depths and frequencies recommended.
The user is using a regimen of topicalMinoxidil and Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, and a thickening shampoo and conditioner. They report no side effects except increased body hair, which they don't mind.
A 28-year-old male is happy with his hair regrowth on the crown after using topicalMinoxidil 5% and Finasteride 0.25% once daily, micro needling weekly, and Nizoral shampoo once a week. He has experienced no significant side effects, and his hair has become darker and thicker, with improvements in his hairline.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using 0.1% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1% retinoid, weekly microneedling, and red light therapy, with noticeable improvement in a short time. One person is curious about the retinoid application process when used with minoxidil.
The user has been using a topical treatment combining finasteride, minoxidil, and caffeine for 9 months without noticing any changes and is inquiring about blood tests to check for finasteride resistance. They had their DHT levels checked, which were 54 ng/dl, and are planning to share progress pictures soon.
After 7 months of using topicalfinasteride/minoxidil, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo, the user believes they are seeing hair regrowth. They are seeking further advice to improve their results, excluding hair transplant options.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair thickening after 3 months of using a topical treatment of 0.3/6% finasteride/minoxidil. They also maintained their hair health with 1% Nizoral twice a week and dermastamping every 1.5-2 weeks.
The user "RenegadeMountie" shared their progress with topicalfinasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. They reported consistent use for 3 months, with noticeable improvement in hair thickness and new growth. Other users recommended using hair loss concealers and expressed confidence in seeing more progress in the future.
Ninan50 uses 0.6 minoxidil, 0.05 finasteride, biotin, and dermarolling for hair loss. Plans to increase to 0.7 minoxidil and 0.125 finasteride, with positive progress seen.
The user has seen positive results after over six months using 0.05% topicalfinasteride, 5% minoxidil, 50mg/ml RU58841, weekly needling, and twice-weekly ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They express gratitude for the support from an online community and are open to questions about their treatment.
A 1-year progress report from a person who used topicalfinasteride and minoxidil, as well as dermarolling, to combat hair loss. Replies discussed the impressive results achieved, recommended further treatments, and cautioned against using oral minoxidil due to its potential side effects.
User made progress with topicalFinasteride/Minoxidil and topical Dutasteride for hair loss. Microneedling at 1.5mm daily was also mentioned as part of the treatment.
The user realized they didn't shake their HappyHead TopicalFin + Min before use, leading to inconsistent application of Finasteride due to sediment at the bottle's bottom. They advise others to shake their topical hair loss treatments before use.
The conversation is about a man's six-month experience using Hims topicalfinasteride, minoxidil, and generic biotin gummies for hair loss. He's seen some progress but is concerned about lack of regrowth at the crown of his head.