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community 23 M Topical minoxidil foam 5% 5 and a half month results

in Progress Pictures 85 upvotes 9 months ago

A 23-year-old male shared his 5.5-month progress using 5% topical minoxidil foam for hair regrowth, considering adding finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Users advised starting finasteride to maintain gains, with some suggesting topical options to minimize side effects.

community Is it dumb to use both oral and topical minoxidil

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Using both oral and topical minoxidil is not considered dumb, and some users report better results with both, though it may cause shedding and scalp irritation. Combining minoxidil with finasteride is recommended for better effectiveness.

community 6 Months topical 5% minoxidil twice a day.

in Progress Pictures 147 upvotes 10 months ago

The user has been using topical 5% minoxidil for six months with minimal results and is worried about greasy hair and potential side effects of adding finasteride. Others suggest combining minoxidil with finasteride for better results, while discussing potential side effects like erectile dysfunction.

community Microneedling + topical minoxidil is the most underrated combo.

439 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling with topical minoxidil is effective for hair regrowth, especially with finasteride. Users report fewer side effects compared to oral minoxidil.

community I want add finasteride topic dose 0.005 % hesitating between liquid or foam

3 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation discusses using topical finasteride at a 0.005% dose combined with caffeine, with users debating between liquid or foam application. Users suggest liquid for better penetration and recommend combining it with minoxidil, derma rolling, and other serums for improved results.

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A Multicenter, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Clinical Trial of a Novel Formulation of 5% Minoxidil Topical Foam Versus Placebo in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

research A multicenter, randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind clinical trial of a novel formulation of 5% minoxidil topical foam versus placebo in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men

142 citations , August 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study found that a new 5% minoxidil foam formulation significantly increased hair counts and improved hair loss condition in men with androgenetic alopecia over 16 weeks compared to placebo.

research Efficacy and safety of 5% minoxidil topical foam in male pattern hair loss treatment and patient satisfaction

4 citations , January 2016 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)”

This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of a 5% minoxidil topical foam without propylene glycol in men with androgenic alopecia.

5% Minoxidil Topical Foam in Women: Menopause and Other Covariates

research 5% Minoxidil topical foam on women: Menopause and other covariates

August 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study found that a bleach bath treatment with 0.005% HOCI reduced the expression of certain serine proteases in cultured keratinocytes and lowered skin pH in atopic dermatitis patients, potentially improving symptoms by modulating the NF-kB pathway.

research A Phase III, Multicenter, Parallel-Design Clinical Trial to Compare the Efficacy and Safety of 5% Minoxidil Foam Versus Vehicle in Women With Female Pattern Hair Loss.

1 citations , July 2016 in “PubMed”

This study found that 5% minoxidil topical foam used once daily for 24 weeks was well tolerated and significantly improved hair regrowth and scalp coverage in women with female pattern hair loss compared to vehicle foam.

A Single-Center, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial to Investigate the Efficacy and Safety of Minoxidil Topical Foam in Frontotemporal and Vertex Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

research A Single-Centre, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial to Investigate the Efficacy and Safety of Minoxidil Topical Foam in Frontotemporal and Vertex Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

19 citations , January 2015 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

This study reported that using 5% minoxidil topical foam twice daily improved hair density and width in both the frontotemporal and vertex regions of men with moderate androgenetic alopecia.

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learn Microneedling

Can microneedling make topical treatments like minoxidil work better? Microneedling can enhance the absorption and effectiveness of minoxidil.

learn Low Level Laser Therapy

Can low level laser therapy be combined with topical treatments like minoxidil? Yes, low level laser therapy can be safely combined with minoxidil.

learn Minoxidil

An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

Minoxidil 2%, 5% and 10% which is better to use? In a randomized trial in men, 5% topical minoxidil produced more hair growth than 2%. There is no approved 10% product and no head-to-head trial showing it beats 5%; higher strengths mainly add irritation and systemic absorption. Approved strengths differ by sex, so check the label for your product.
From hypertension to hair: the unexpected story of minoxidil Minoxidil was developed as an oral blood-pressure drug and approved as Loniten in 1979; unwanted hair growth in patients led to topical Rogaine, approved for men in 1988 and for women in 1991. Trials support topical minoxidil for pattern hair loss, while low-dose oral minoxidil is a prescription drug used off-label and needs medical supervision.

learn Glycerin

Can glycerin be used in combination with active ingredients like minoxidil or tretinoin? Glycerin is a common humectant that formulators treat as compatible with topical actives, but no published trial has tested it alongside minoxidil or tretinoin, so any benefit is comfort rather than a proven effect. Tretinoin is prescription-only and carries pregnancy warnings.

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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

learn Clascoterone

a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors

learn RU58841

a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen

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