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      community What Hinders the Absorption of Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 month 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 Kevin Mann(Haircafe) is the GOAT

      in Update  416 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user praised Kevin Mann for his hair loss advice, crediting finasteride and minoxidil with tretinoin for saving their hair. Other users shared similar experiences and expressed frustration over Mann's channel being affected by past controversies.

      community HUGE COMEBACK! 10 Month Progression as a 19yo

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 19-year-old has seen hair regrowth after 10 months using finasteride and recently added minoxidil and tretinoin. They experienced no side effects from the treatments and are optimistic about further improvement.

      community The ultimate Regimen for density and thick ess

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      The regimen for hair loss includes topical finasteride, clascoterone, tretinoin, minoxidil, oral saw palmetto, beta-sitosterol, vitamin D, microneedling, and anti-fungal shampoo. Expected benefits are increased hair growth and density, with considerations for potential skin irritation and interactions between treatments.

      community 3.5 Month Progress Topical Fin/Oral Min

      in Progress Pictures  38 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about a person's 3.5-month hair regrowth progress using a combination of 8% topical minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride and 0.01% tretinoin, 5 mg oral minoxidil, and weekly use of a 1.5mm dermapen.

      community 1 Year on Fin, 2 months on Min

      in Progress Pictures  33 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 0.05% tretinoin, and 5% topical minoxidil for hair loss. They've seen hairline recession with minoxidil but also new baby hairs, indicating a positive response.

      community How to make my minoxidil more effective

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about enhancing the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair loss. Suggestions include using tretinoin alongside minoxidil, though its effectiveness is uncertain.

      community Today I started Finasteride. I have questions.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user started taking finasteride for hair loss and asked about its effects, the use of Tretinoin for hair growth, the right time to start minoxidil, and the effectiveness of microneedling. The responses advised patience with finasteride, suggested minoxidil as a last resort, doubted microneedling's help with finasteride, and stated no need for microneedling with Tretinoin.

      community Dry and flaky scalp after starting Minoxidil+Tretinoin treatment.

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reports a dry and flaky scalp after starting treatment with 5% minoxidil and 0.05% tretinoin, and is seeking advice on using olive oil or face moisturizer on the scalp. They also take finasteride and have tried microneedling, and are asking for the best time to moisturize after applying minoxidil.

      community DUT Risk profile for having kids?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a hair loss treatment including oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil with Tretinoin and Finasteride, and is considering adding Dutasteride but is concerned about the potential side effects and risks regarding fertility. A reply suggests that having children while on these medications should be fine, advising to avoid letting the partner come into contact with the drugs.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

      in Treatment  42 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

      community 11 Months On Treatment (Before and After)

      in Update  122 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 11 months using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 5 mg oral minoxidil daily, initially using a topical treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. They reported no side effects, except for increased body hair and longer eyelashes, and switched from finasteride to dutasteride for more regrowth.

      community Minoxidil Sulfate makes everyone a responder

      in Research/Science  257 upvotes 1 month ago
      Minoxidil sulfate is more effective than regular minoxidil, especially for those with low sulfotransferase levels or scalp sensitivity, but it is unstable unless delivered in a liposomal format. Combining minoxidil with tretinoin can enhance effectiveness, and stopping minoxidil use can lead to rapid hair loss.

      community Improvement or Delusional? 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.

      community Creating a custom topical growth serum

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is creating a custom topical hair regrowth serum using minoxidil, bimatoprost, tretinoin, castor oil, and hyaluronic acid. They are also using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and castor oil in their current regimen.

      community Finally regrowth on the crown of my head after five years and switch to Dut!

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 9 months ago
      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.

      community Killing the Norwood Reaper, a Journey

      in Progress Pictures  370 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is treating hair loss with a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for overall health. They are considering adding tretinoin, stemoxydine/RU, DIM, Boron, and Fadogia Agretis to their routine.

      community Is it ok to use minoxidil and other topicals simultaneously?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about whether it's safe to use minoxidil with a mix of stemoxydine, RU58841, alfatradiol, and tretinoin at the same time for hair loss treatment. Concerns were raised about the absorption and effectiveness when these treatments are applied together.

      community The second shed: finasteride+minox+tretinoin

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for almost a year, starting at age 18, and added tretinoin and 5% topical minoxidil 1-2 months ago. They are concerned about hair receding again despite the treatments.

      community Progress - Min, Fin, and Nizoral.

      in Progress Pictures  340 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user shared progress photos showing hair regrowth after using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Nizoral since mid-2023, and plans to replace derma rolling with Tretinoin. They discussed their routine, the initial shedding phase, and their experience with side effects, while others commented on the visible improvement.

      community Can you guys look at my stack and tell me why I'm not yet in regrowth city?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been treating hair loss for 2.5 years using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil with tretinoin, and microneedling, but is experiencing shedding and is unsure if further improvement is possible. Another person shared a similar experience with no gains despite similar treatments.