Tretinoin may increase minoxidil absorption but could potentially worsen hair loss over time. Users discuss applying 0.5% tretinoin gel to the hairline/scalp with minoxidil.
A user shared their hair loss progress after 2 years of finasteride and 1 year of minoxidil, along with occasional microneedling and regular exercise. They experienced initial shedding but saw significant improvement after 4 months.
A user is seeking affordable hair vitamins without biotin, already taking zinc and D3+K2, and has been dealing with chronic telogen effluvium since 2013. They previously used Nutrafol Vegan but found it too expensive.
A user shared their 2-month progress on finasteride 1mg daily and weekly derma rolling, showing noticeable hair regrowth. Replies confirm visible improvement, though some attribute it partially to lighting.
The user uses 1mg fin every other day, a topical solution 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.
User shared 3-month progress using Minoxidil 5% and Finasteride 0.1%, switching brands after the first month. Replies suggest the progress is good, with concerns about patches and shedding.
Improving diet and taking supplements like Biotin, B12, D3, iron, zinc, and protein can enhance theeffectiveness of hair treatments. However, responses to treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride vary, and some users report no improvement despite a good diet.
The user reported unexpected hair growth on their crown after using a derma stamp, ketoconazole, and other treatments like rosemary oil and biotin, but before starting finasteride or minoxidil. They questioned if the growth was due to these treatments or an underlying issue besides androgenetic alopecia.
The user is considering adding castor, rosemary, and pumpkin oils to their current hair loss treatment of finasteride and minoxidil. They are unsure about theeffectiveness of these oils.
The user has been using minoxidil 5% twice daily, micro-needling, topical finasterideevery other day, and various supplements for 3 months to treat hair loss and has seen positive results. They also mentioned using hair growth tablets, biotin, zinc, and vitamins B and D, but not consistently.
A user shared their 70-day progress using Minoxidil, derma rolling/stamping, and vitamins for hair loss. The replies discuss theeffectiveness and relevance of vitamins in the treatment.
The user is using RU58841 twice daily, dutasteride 0.5mg every two days, dutasteride mesotherapy every three months, and 20mg oral minoxidil daily. Other users suggest this regimen is excessive and recommend adding microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.
The user started using 0.05% topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment on December 15, also incorporating dermarolling and rosemary oil, and is satisfied with the visible improvement in their receding hairline. Another user inquired about where to obtain topical finasteride.
The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.
The user is considering starting Minoxidil and is looking for a topical solution to combine with it. They are confused about which product to prioritize among options like RU58841, Pyrilutamide, FinaTopic, and DutaTopic.
The user is treating androgenetic alopecia with finasteride and discovered a folic acid deficiency. They are asking if curing the deficiency can worsen or improve their hair condition.
The conversation is about theeffectiveness of Anagain, Capixyl, Procapil, and Redensyl for hair loss, and whether anyone has experience using these ingredients, sometimes in combination with Minoxidil.
People shared that Biotin supplements did not improve their hair loss and someexperienced stronger nails or more pimples. They suggested trying finasteride or minoxidil instead for hair loss treatment.
Users discussed the convenience and effectiveness of Hims Fin+Min chewable tablets for hair loss. Some believe it's overpriced compared to traditional oral finasteride and minoxidil, while others find it more convenient and potentially moreeffective.
The post discusses the theory that melatonin could reverse grey hair by regulating certain enzymes. However, users who have taken melatonin reported no effect on preventing or reversing grey hair.
A man in his early 30s noticing hair thinning, mainly on the crown of his head. He's been using 1mg oral finasteride and keto shampoo daily for 4 months, with noticeable improvement and no sideeffects.
The user is experiencing significant hair loss despite using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and various vitamins. In the conversation, others suggest checking iron and hemoglobin levels, maintaining a positive attitude, and adding RU58841 to the treatment regimen.
A user reported that Minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, stopped working for them despite initial success. Other users suggested not taking breaks from the treatment, checking for fake products, trying microneedling, using oral Minoxidil, combining Minoxidil with tretinoin, and using finasteride.
The conversation discusses the "bleach test" for minoxidil, where minoxidil turns yellow when mixed with bleach. The user tested liquid minoxidil, rogaine foam, and minoxidil tablets, all of which turned yellow, suggesting a reaction specific to minoxidil.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil with retinol for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on theeffectiveness of this combination.
A 21-year-old has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 2.5 years without improvement in hair loss. They also tried RU58841, rosemary oil, and biotin, but none wereeffective.
A user started using 5mg minoxidil daily and 0.5mg dutasterideevery two days for hair loss, along with rosemary, castor, and pumpkin oil twice a week, and derma stamping once a week. They plan to track progress with photos and maintain hair length with clippers.
A user noticed increased hair loss and was prescribed Betamethasone dipropionate 0.05% lotion by a dermatologist. Another user suggested changing doctors and asking for finasteride instead.
The conversation discusses a user's positiveexperience with hair regrowth using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling after 2.5 months, noting initial shedding but improved hair density, especially at the temples, possibly eliminating the need for a hair transplant. The user is satisfied with the current treatment and is hesitant to try theexperimental drug RU58841, hoping the current routine will suffice for further improvements.
The user has not seen results from various hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and others over several years and is considering adding RU58841 and starting hormone replacement therapy. They are also experiencing anxiety and contemplating moving to a more accepting environment for their nonbinary identity.