This conversation discusses the topical application of Minoxidil, with various users providing advice on how to accurately measure a dose and keep it from melting too quickly. Others have shared their experiences using oral finasteride for hair loss treatments.
The post and conversation are about a user's successful regrowth of hair using topical minoxidil and rosemary shampoo. Other users discuss the potential limitations of minoxidil and recommend using finasteride to maintain hair growth.
The user "_Mad_Jack_" shared their progress pictures of using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months. They experienced good hair retention and increased overall hair count, but no regrowth of the hairline. They are considering switching to oral finasteride and microneedling for better results. Testicular pain was a side effect experienced during the treatment. Another user mentioned getting a hair transplant to cover their crown.
Jordan-Iliad has been using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, saw palmetto, peppermint and jojoba oils, ketoconazole shampoo, and Purador shampoo/conditioner for 3 months to treat their hair loss with stunning results. They have also recently started taking oral minoxidil 1.25mg/day in hopes of achieving even better results over the next 3 months.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil foam twice daily for a year, along with weekly microneedling for the past few months. They are providing an update on their hair loss treatment progress.