A user's hair loss progress after 4 months of using a topical fin and min mix, with responses from other users about their experience with the same treatments.
A 52-year-old man has been using 5% Minoxidil twice daily for 30 days to treat hair loss, alongside 2.5mg Finasteride, which he reduced from 5mg despite his doctor's advice. He has a history of hair loss due to testosterone treatment and hopes to see improvement in the crown area of his scalp.
Seborrheic dermatitis can cause hair loss, and treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, topical steroids, and oral antifungals may help. Some consider using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss despite dermatitis.
A user shared a 17-month update on their hair loss treatment, which included a hair transplant of 2300 grafts, using a topicalsolution of minoxidil and finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering another transplant and seeking honest feedback on their progress, while others share their own experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.
A 19-year-old's progress after 7.5 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, as well as 3 months of microneedling, to treat hair loss. The user has experienced positive results from the treatment and expressed gratitude for the support they have received throughout their journey.
User TH1RT33N_DR34M shares that MinoxidilMax plans to make topical Procyanidin B2 within a month. Users discuss the legitimacy of the product, quality control, and potential results from using it for hair loss.
With a head full of hair, like a phoenix!
This user has experienced positive results from using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for 12 months, followed by 5 months of only topical use, as well as microneedling before application for 4 months. They are now considering a hair transplant in order to further enhance their results.
A topicalsolution called "Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density" by The Ordinary Company, which contains several ingredients that are used in alternatives to Minoxidil and was found to have better results than 5% Minoxidil in a study. People who have tried it shared their experiences with the serum as well.
A user shared their progress with hair regrowth using a topicalsolution of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil spray. They asked for additional routine suggestions, but a reply suggested no changes if the current routine works.
The user is experiencing positive hair regrowth using a topical combination of Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride from Happy Head, along with hair vitamins. In just two months, there is noticeable improvement in hair thickness and length, with some users suggesting continued patience for further results.
A person improved hair loss from Norwood 3 to Norwood 2 using a topical formula with minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin, plus oral minoxidil and red light therapy. There is skepticism about the treatment's effectiveness and concerns about misleading comparison photos.
After five years of no progress with hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, a person switched to a combination of topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and hydrocortisone in November 2023 and finally saw results. They had previously experienced side effects like gynecomastia from finasteride.
A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.
User found hair loss stabilization without side effects using a topicalsolution of 0.008% Finasteride, 2% RU, and Stemoxydine. Other treatments like Eucapil, Fluridil, RU-monotherapy, and Pyrilutamide didn't work for them.
User shared 9-month hair regrowth progress using a Fin/Min spray from HIMS, with additional microneedling. Other users praised the results and discussed the effectiveness of topical treatments.
The user uses 1mg fin every other day, a topicalsolution of 5% min + 0.1% fin nightly, and seeks advice on oils for hair growth. Replies suggest oils are ineffective and recommend sticking with fin and min treatments.
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding despite using oral dutasteride and a topicalsolution with minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil while continuing dutasteride to address the shedding and seek advice on this potential change.
The conversation is about enhancing dermarolling for hair loss by using topical peptides like tb-500 or GHK-Cu to aid in healing and hair growth, and whether anyone has experienced significant results from this method.
A person shared their 3-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride daily, a topicalsolution with finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, and weekly microneedling. They regret not starting treatment earlier, and a reply agrees that early treatment is beneficial.
The user's hair regrowth plan includes topical treatments (RU58841, azelaic acid, ketoconazole), oral supplements (Gia Herbs, castor oil), microneedling, PTD-DBM peptide with valproic acid, red light therapy, inversion table with scalp massage, and platelet-rich fibrin injections. Commenters suggest that finasteride and minoxidil are essential treatments for male pattern hair loss, which are missing from the plan.
OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for two and a half months. They are considering a hair transplant but are advised to wait for full results from the treatments.
A user sought treatment for hair loss through Cortina Health, where they were prescribed a specific topicalsolution containing Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Retinoic Acid. They are unsure if this unique combination is better than generic products and are seeking advice on whether to trust Cortina Health.
Tae147 has shared results of using pyrilutamide, a 5% concentration topicalsolution 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.
A user is confused about a dermatologist's positive assessment of their scalp despite concerns about their hairline. They discuss using oral minoxidil, concerns about side effects from finasteride, and difficulty finding topical finasteride.
Matt-3422 shared his hair loss treatment journey, starting with great results from Minoxidil and oral Finasteride, then switching to RU58841 and topical Finasteride due to worsening hair loss. He's experiencing scalp irritation and is unsure if he should continue with his current regimen, while others suggest scalp care and alternative treatments.
The user believes Retrograde Alopecia may be linked to vitamin imbalances, specifically from taking too much Vitamin E, A, Zinc, and Selenium, and suggests it could be a middle ground between Androgenic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium. Treatments for hair loss mentioned include Androgen inhibitors and improving lifestyle factors like nutrition and sleep, with topical melatonin also recommended for Retrograde Alopecia.
A user who is using Pyrilutamide, Finasteride, and a homemade topicalsolution to treat their hair loss. Replies mentioned the potential of Pyrilutamide being a "cure" for hair loss and a reminder that results may not be credited solely to it.
A 19-year-old experiencing severe hair loss since 16 is using a treatment regimen of 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topicalsolution, 3% procapil hair serum, and 0.5 mg dutasteride daily. They are concerned about the effectiveness and potential shedding phase, with advice suggesting noticeable changes in 6 to 8 months.