Best hair regrowth treatments according to redditors
We found 160 Reddit comments discussing the best hair regrowth treatments. We ranked the 66 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 160 Reddit comments discussing the best hair regrowth treatments. We ranked the 66 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
When it comes to hair loss in men - assuming it's Androgenetic Alopecia, a.k.a. male pattern baldness - there are two main options: medications you can take, and hair transplants (and PRP therapy, which I'll get to).
The standard medications are Finasteride (a pill, which you might by the name of Propecia), and Minoxidil (what everyone knows as Rogaine, which is topical). Finasteride lowers your serum levels of DHT, an androgen that is responsible for Androgenetic Alopecia. Think of it as the thing that attacks the hair follicles, causing them to weaken and fall out. Note that this is all simplified, though - I'm not a doctor, and it's also about 4am so I'm a bit delirious, but I have a bunch of experience with this stuff...more on that later.
With PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) therapy, they basically draw blood, spin it up in a centrifuge to separate the plasma, and then inject that plasma into your scalp. The success/efficacy rate of this varies. It's also kinda pricey. It seems that doctors are kinda meh about it, because it's not the most powerful treatment. It's absolutely safe, though, and certainly something someone could try.
The big gun when it comes to saving hair (in addition to medication, which is often used in conjunction) is a hair transplant, of which there a couple of methods. All in all, when performing a hair transplant, a doctor takes hair from areas of your scalp where the hair is not susceptible to DHT (in men who have Androgenetic Alopecia, some hair is susceptible, and some isn't, hence the patterned baldness), and basically moves it to the areas where the hair is susceptible. They're just movin' hair around - it's all your hair. But the hair they've moved there has, like...well the DHT can't take it out.
Oh, and one more note on hair transplants: the days of "bad hair plugs" and all of that are pretty much gone. It used to be that doctors would effectively cut out circular sections (or plugs) of hair, and transplant them. Problem is/was, if that hair that's been transplanted stays - not being susceptible to DHT - but the rest of the hair in the area falls out, you can end up looking...well, pluggy....dare I say like a doll that's had its hair ripped out in sections. But now the procedures are much, much better. Hair transplants are also something of an art, the goal of them being to make you look natural. Some people perhaps have unrealistic expectations - if you're say, 42, and lost a bunch of hair, a hair transplant is not going to make you look like you're 16 again. Even if a doctor did try to do it, if you lose more hair in the areas to which the hair was transplanted, you could run into a case similar to that described above. You might not have "plug" looking sections, but it probably wouldn't look so great. So balance is key. And everyone's hair/hairlines/rates of hairloss are different. And ultimately it's important to have a good surgeon, because there are certainly cases wherein a doctor doesn't do things with an even keel.
Anyway, I have all of this info in my head because I have a history of seeing doctors for hair loss. I started noticing that I was losing hair when I was 22 or 23. I saw perhaps one of the best dermatologists in NYC, who specializes in hair loss, who recommended I use Finasteride and Minoxidil (hair transplants are usually a last resort, or a later resort, as it's hard to tell how severe someone's hair loss will be when they're young, and whether they'll be a candidate for a hair transplant. Some people have hair that is too thin, and the density of it too low to make a transplant feasible, or just cosmetically effective).
For years I didn't take Finasteride because I was just plain scared of it. There are horror stories you can read, but you really shouldn't, if only because they're rocky at best. I also have a history of depression and some body dysmorphia, and so the hair loss thing was always hitting me hard - standing in the bathroom at 3am, staring in the mirror for hours kind of hard. After a point I just couldn't stand to think about it, because it would paralyze me, so I avoided the issue best as I could.
I did however start using minoxidil/rogaine a few years later. Still not sure how effective it's been. Truth is, though, that nothing is so effective as Finasteride when it comes to medication. Finasteride can slow down hair loss dramatically, and even regrow hair in some people.
Fast forward to this past summer. I went to see a great doctor about PRP. I had never become comfortable with Finasteride, what with the horror stories written on the internet no one should even read to begin with (along with some conflicting studies about safety, that are fair game but will certainly do your head in if you're inclined to worry/obsess), the fact that you're supposed to stay on it forever (yep, but mind you I've never even liked taking Tylenol, let alone taking a medication every day for my entire life), and general dissatisfaction with the info I had gotten from doctors over time. Unfortunately some doctors don't understand Finasteride ("it only effects your scalp"...well, visually maybe, but it lowers serum DHT levels, so that statement was incorrect), some don't like it (I had a dermatologist tell me he "wouldn't mess with that stuff"), and some are so comfortable with it that if you question the safety, they give you the well-you're-not-a-doctor treatment. Heaven forbid someone should want to learn about and understand their body despite not having been to med school.
So I go see this doctor about PRP. She's amazing. She talks to me for over an hour. I love her. I want to hug her. She's the kind of doctor you wish you could go to for absolutely everything. She tells me she understands that I've been so uneasy about Finasteride, and that some doctors are a bit cavalier when it comes to prescribing it. She did say, however, that it's worth trying, just to see. Okay, but, "let me take a look at your hair and scalp."
So she does. She has this little microscope on her iphone, she's taking pictures, I love that she's being so thorough. She isn't saying much. She sits back down at her desk and says, "so I think you have a rare autoimmune disease." For the next fifteen minutes or so I kind of blanked. Here I had been thinking for years that my worst problem was having to decide about taking Finasteride, and now I've been launched into the stratosphere. And from what I did hear while I was half blacked-out was that this autoimmune disease causes a scarring form of hair loss such that you can never have a hair transplant, can't save your hair once it's gone and, fun fact, something like a hair transplant or even PRP - which a doctor I had seen previously wanted to do immediately - can make this disease explode.
So she told me there was a specialist I needed to see as soon as possible, and told me, "don't wait." Oh fucky fuck.
I'll save you the rest of the story. It's not fun. The abbreviated version is that I went to see this specialist (all of this without insurance...yay), had a biopsy, have this disease, am now taking Finasteride, using minoxidil, a steroid, and have to get injections in my scalp every month. It's certainly an option to just go bald, but I know myself, I know that for me, it would be deleterious to my mental health. And if for one second I stop trying to defend my position, I just don't want to lose my hair. This issue of how self-image and appearance is tied to mental health, and what people "should" or "shouldn't" care about is a whole other conversation. But I will say I quite despise the out-hand-dismissal of "deal with it, men go bald." I've heard that. It hurts. To anyone dealing with hair loss and wanting to do something about it - do something about it. And don't worry too much if you can help it, because there really is a solid strategy against hair loss that you can take up. Unless you like the idea of being bald, which is totally cool too, and fuck anyone who says otherwise. (I mean don't fuck them, fuck what they say. Now I'm just thinking about someone doing lewd things to words.)
So, I've written all of this - in a fucking thread about a fucking idiot at that - I think because I just "know that feel" when it comes to hair loss, and it always seems there's such shitty information, or a lack-thereof about it when it comes to men. Well, women too - women's hair loss is a huge, tricky issue too. But all in all, something like finasteride is worth a try if you're comfortable with it - I've had absolutely no side effects, and again, this is coming from someone who's a certified head-case. Plus, forget me, tons of men take Finasteride. And a hair transplant is an option for many people, too. They're also pricey, though, mind you.
One last thing I'd point out is that men's hair loss is seeing a sort of...well, companies like "Hims" are trying to sell things like minoxidil and Finasteride with hip, minimalistic, monochrome packaging, trying to get guys to realize that hair loss isn't such a big deal anymore, trying to capitalize on/create a shift in consciousness about it. And I think this is mostly a good thing. But you could be in that tiny percentage of people who have things like an autoimmune disease that essentially is scarring your scalp over, heh heh (I know it's not like I have something life threatening, but ya know, it sucks). So, in general, I would recommend seeing a dermatologist before taking any medication.
Alright. Don't know if anyone will see this. I don't know what I'm doing anymore, I'm going to sleep.
Edit: Woah, my first gold - thank you stranger!
if your brow hairs dont grow in well id recommend trying this if youre interested. i learned it from another user here, i just dip a qtip in the serum and apply it to my browns (and a bit outside the current edges of where i want them to fill in) every night. took about a month but it seriously helped bring my eyebrows closer together after i thought that inner part would never grow back.
Better news: It's cheaper than you think
https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_3_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1511825297&sr=1-3&keywords=kirkland+minoxidil
Same shit celebrities pay Bosleys thousands of dollars for.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hair-Growth-Shampoo-Conditioner-Watermans/dp/B01KXT0NPE/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=hair+loss+shampoo+men&qid=1573650306&sprefix=hair+loss+sgam&sr=8-4
I remember seeing this review when I bought some and it made me laugh.
On a serious note it worked really well for me, I was thinning a bit on top but this shampoo and conditioner has thickened it back to normal.
Here is the Amazon page. Some of the other images are beautiful.
That sucks dude, I’m sorry. You can get it on amazon for pretty cheap if you feel like reordering it.
Thirty-motherfucking-seven dollars!?
Curiosity satisfied.
Reviews don’t look to hot on that one. this one looks like it would be a lot funnier to see him wear too.
Minoxidil is very cheap on Amazon (or at Costco): 6 months for $24
I’ve used that for years, it dramatically slowed recession, but I’ve only seen regrowth after starting fin a few months ago.
Finasteride you need a prescription for, but it’s easy to get. I googled “get online finasteride prescription” and found a lot of promising stuff. It’s a super cheap drug, with my copay only a couple bucks a month iirc
Try minoxodil. Generic rogain. It works. Rub the shit on your face. Only where you want the beard. I had a normal beard and goatee but a small spot that wouldn't grow in and made it look weird. Someone told me to try this and it works.
https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Minoxidil-Strength-Regrowth-BeautyCare/dp/B00DTPYGHQ/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1485661165&sr=8-1&keywords=minoxidil
Totally not the only one, but I use Rogaine. On Amazon, you can get a single bottle of Kirkland brand Rogaine. I dip a q-tip in it and rub through my brows. I also keep them well moisturized since brittle brows will break like any other hair.
No offense dude but seriously? You can't go to amazon and search "Kirklands Minoxidil 5%"
https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_3?crid=10OZQT2IXVSVH&keywords=kirkland%2Bminoxidil%2B5%25&qid=1558129267&s=gateway&sprefix=kirkland%2B%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1
I've heard some people have had success with Minoxidil (commonly known as Rogaine) which you can now buy online even at places like Amazon.
I don't have personal experience with it, but I have a friend who swears by it and his beard is pretty full now (though I didn't know him before he used it). There are a ton of blog posts out there with people attesting to its effectiveness with before and after pictures. I couldn't tell you about how it works or the safety of using it but if you're searching down that path, I thought it might be helpful to point you in one possible direction.
I can think of a few moisturizers that are of a similar consistency to CeraVe in the tub, but may end up being more hydrating for you, would that work?
I can't think of anything with a thicker consistency off the top of my head unfortunately.
Yes!
Comes out to just under $40
For finasteride, you can get it even cheaper by getting the 5mg tablet and splitting it into 4ths.
Also buy a 12 month supply of minoxidil and it's even cheaper in the long run.
For Niz, I have a prescription for the 2% and it's only $4 for a 1 month supply.
You also really don't need the Biotin gummies. Maybe just take a multivitamin to ensure you meet your daily intake in case that's a concern.
Oh, boy. It's been a bit of a struggle. My right (your left) mustache has been an issue from day one. It wouldn't grow the same, it wouldn't train, and it wouldn't cooperate.
The general consensus is that you do not trim it and just let it do it's thing while you train it to grow the way you want it to. I've been so fed up with my right stache that I've trimmed them both down to same size 3 times before it finally cooperated. I told myself that after the 3rd trim and it did not cooperate that I would shave it all off and try again another time.
This time, however, I took better care of it. Every morning in the shower, I'd wash my hair and my moustache with the dandruff shampoo I use for my head. When I get out, I put 0.5ml of Minoxidil that I rub in, and 4 drops of beard oil that I brush in. I brush my moustache out, each side, threeish times and call it good. Then while I'm on my way to work, I'll comb through it a couple times and mindlessly curl/ play with it throughout the day.
Is it right? I don't know, but it appears to have worked for me.
Sure! I got one pack from Amazon, but then found out it was cheaper to get it from walmart, but that'll depend on where you live. I'm in Canada so all the prices I mention will be in CAD.
https://www.amazon.com/Rogaine-Minoxidil-Regrowth-Treatment-Thinning/dp/B0012BNVE8
Also, it's a lot cheaper to get the three pack than get a single every month. It's $30 for each in the three and I paid $119 (plus tax) for it whereas you'll end up paying $50-$60 if you get a single each month. Hope this helped!
Tryhttps://www.amazon.com/Minoxidil-5-Extra-Strength-Regrowth-Bottles/dp/B000FQ73O0/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_200_lp_t_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=1QVTFE9CW60PMPXNF5ME
It is what I used for my bald spot under my chin. all it does is help the hair follicle grow. Because for most people it their not getting enough blood flow and other stuff.
Here ya go
Well you’re still a relatively young person, I’d imagine (don’t quote me on this) that the reason it cause “wrinkles and aging skin” would be due to the fact that it causes dryness within the area the area of application because of the Propylene Glycol in Minoxidil. This usually leads to a person not being able maintain an adequately moisturized face while you have minoxidil on your face. I can imagine that without the proper amount of natural oils (sebum), it could lead to skin aging and wrinkles. Though IF that’s the case (because I am no professional), you may want to use the foam version so you don’t experience the dryness, though you will still have to wait to take off the minoxidil before you moisturize, your skin will not become nearly as dry WHILE you have it on. Over the long term this could make a difference. Hopefully this will help you gauge which direction you what to proceed with. Aside from this, if you can afford the Foam Minoxidil from Kirkland or Rogaine for the duration of your intended use then all that is left is to weigh your pros and cons and decide if it’s worth the potential trade offs.
If you’re very concerned with the health of your skin I’d advise you to look into purchasing a Biotin 1000mcg supplement (Do not take higher than this. This is slightly more than 3 times the Daily Recommended Value of a person with metabolism of 2000 Calories; longterm use of really high contents of biotin could lead to catastrophic nerve issues, the one I provided is usually the lowest you will find but is more than enough). Also look into essential oils preferably with low comedogenic ratings or other moisturizers for your skin. As well as
Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptide Supplements. Though supplements are great, they are exactly as the name implies, they supplement. Having a healthy balanced diet, along with daily aerobic exercise is your best aid in having healthy skin.
Hopefully this helps!
I'm happy to report that after several failed attempts with Nordic & Japanese chemical sunscreens (which made my eyes red/puffy/teary), I've found two physical/chemical mix sunscreens that my skin tolerates!
I've spot tested them both and I can't say which one I prefer yet! Skin Watchers is thicker and whiter than Secret Key, but both blends well to my pale skin in the end. A little more work than Bioré Watery Essence, but what can I do?
The Secret Key snail sunscreen costs less than half of the Skin Watchers sunscreen AND it contains snail mucin, so I lean towards that one. :)
I live in Sweden where it's virtually impossible to get a tan this time of year, so I don't know which one is most effective...
I previously used these nail polish wall racks. There are also table racks and rotating racks.
My collection has exploded beyond what can be reasonably displayed on a wall or a desk, so now I use four Ikea Helmers. Many ladies also use Michael's 3-drawer craft cubes, which have come to be known as Melmers.
The racks are obviously great for displaying your polishes, but they lack space for additional pieces and nail art tools. However you decide to store your polishes, make sure they are standing upright. I hope this helps! :)
This is the one I bought. For reference, there's still a lot in the bottle and I bought it in March, so it's not really only a 2 month supply since after the first 6 weeks you don't have to use it daily anymore.
Amazon USA shipped internationally is competitively often better priced for Canada.
US $75 / 6 months foam (ships to Canada)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007Z75H0Y/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AS2PC0R214UOR&psc=1
US $ 47 / 6 months liquid (From Canada)https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07S4GMYXX/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A1TBUND0LZLZEU&psc=1
US $74 / 12 months liquid (ships to Canada)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KHC9D6C/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2U865CG3AKGP3&psc=1
Those are all shipping cost included FYI
I don't have one personally. I just recently swatched all of my polishes because it was hard to browse my collection with everything hidden in a Helmer. I don't really have space for a rack (and I worry about UV degradation) so this works well for me and I'm finally making headway through my untrieds.
That said, if I had the space, I would get a [rack like this](Nail Polish Rack Display Rotating Fits up to 140 Bottles https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004W2XOIM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_DW4DybWH8C356) in a hot second.
https://www.amazon.com/Basic-Care-Minoxidil-Solution-Treatment/dp/B074M6JNML/ref=sr_1_3?crid=TYJVA3MKT6ZL&keywords=minoxidil&qid=1563243957&s=gateway&sprefix=unre%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-3
brand doesn't matter, all that matters is that it's minoxidil 5%.
2 DAYS TOO LATE TO CONTRIBUTE: foundations advertise sunscreen protection because the pigments used to color adjust (titanium dioxide and zinc oxide) are the same used in sunscreens as physical UV blockers. there are, as far as i know, no regulations about how much product has to be used in order to provide the protection listed on the label--just the ingredients' presence in a high enough quantity is enough to list it.
the FDA's approach to sunscreen is pretty broke, all told.
if you want a sunscreen rec, i use secret key snail repairing sun cream - it's 50spf/PA+++, it's cheap, it sinks into even my oily skin, it doesn't leave a white cast or pill up, it plays nicely with my primer, and it doesn't break me out even though my skin loves to explode into acne at any moment. can't ask for much more than that!
It should help with density and it's really not that expensive to take the risk. It's like $50 a year for the topical
or like $120 a year for the foam
This LED helmet is supposed to regrow hair on bald people. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
The three things you should do to save your hair and regrow some (probably around half) of what you've lost:
You won't lose any more hair if you follow this religiously. Trust me. My entire family is a bunch of bald guys, usually total loss by 30 - I'm in my mid 30's and still have a thick, healthy crop of hair.
Buy Rogaine Foam in 3 month increments on Amazon because it is very expensive anywhere else. The Way-Mart here in Vegas doesn't carry it anymore because people were stealing it, and the same 3 can box at Target goes for $50. Don't buy the single can either because it's $25 on Amazon which is steep for how much you'll be using it. I runs something crazy at Target like $35 a can. The Pura D'Or shampoo has a lot of different options. I just bought this Pura D'Or shampoo and conditioner and really like it. I always work it in my hair and let it sit for a few minutes with both the shampoo and conditioner since they both block DHT. You also may want to start taking saw palmetto until you get the finesteride. It's a supplement that you can find at Wal Mart that blocks DHT as well, just not as well as finesteride. So to recap:
Step 1: take a pic of your hair the day you start so you can see the progress in pics.
Step 2: order Rogaine Foam from Amazon.
Step 3: order Pura D'Or from Amazon.
Step 4: order Saw Palmetto from Amazon.
Step 5: set up an appointment with local dermatologist, even out of pocket it should be $100 for the visit and about $100 a month for the pills.
Step 6: wash hair twice daily with Pura D'Or, use Rogaine to style your hair twice daily, take saw palmetto twice daily, and finesteride once daily. They all block DHT and help healthy hair grow.
Step 7: wash, rinse, and repeat and take pics every 3 months so you can help the next fellow thinning redditor in the future just like I've helped you.
Step 8: save up your cash, and hit me up for a discount on all MGM rooms here in Las Vegas to show off your thick mane to all the ladies here in Las Vegas that you've been nurturing for months.
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I'm not sure about it only treating the crown. I only have problems with my crown so I've never paid attention to it. I always do apply it to my temples though. I just go full on costco brand off of amazon
or something.
https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_5_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1539361189&sr=1-5&keywords=minoxidil+5%25
for beard growth
So would this one be fine to order?
https://www.amazon.ca/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=mp_s_a_1_3/136-8234688-6744005?ie=UTF8&qid=1537410933&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=minoxidil+foam+kirkland&dpPl=1&dpID=61j3Ymz0pmL&ref=plSrch
How I easily keep my pubes trimmed
How I grew a beard
Ok I was in the same situation. Work doesn't care about the beard, but I want to maintain a professional approach to work. So I heeded the advice of /r/beards awhile ago. Here's what I'll recommend:
Step 1 : Oil and/or Leave in conditioner
My current favorite http://www.amazon.com/DUCKBUTTER-Duck-Butter-Beard-Oil/dp/B00YZ5UWSQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449214132&sr=8-1&keywords=beard+oil+pack
http://www.amazon.com/Honest-Amish-Beard-Balm-Conditioner/dp/B009NNFB0O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449214332&sr=8-1&keywords=beard+leave+in+conditioner
On the days I shampoo and condition my beard I dont use the leave in. Other days I use the leave in. Oil everyday.
Step 2: Brush
http://www.amazon.com/Zeus-Bristle-Pocket-Beard-Brush/dp/B00LV31TVY/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1449214502&sr=8-7&keywords=boars++hair+brush
Pick up a boars hair brush and get the product from step 1 deep in there.
Step 3: Paste
Current personal favorite:
http://www.amazon.com/Garnier-Fructis-Style-Clean-Finishing/dp/B0050N4DLO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449214605&sr=8-1&keywords=garnier+paste
This process leaves my beard straight and soft. I still have to deal with the odd hair sticking out, but it looks more professional.
> Now what to do about this pp hair loss.
Rogaine, seriously. I used this. It took a couple weeks of daily application, but worked great. I don't need it anymore, took 3 years after having the baby to have my hormones settle I guess.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DTPYGHQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AGM2M071Z0I9N&psc=1
En général on a de meilleurs résultats avec le liquide car il y a de l'alcool dedans ce qui lui permet de mieux pénétrer dans la peau, mais c'est aussi ce qui provoque des effets secondaires tels que rougeurs, peau très sèche (c'est mon cas) et autres plus graves comme douleurs dans la poitrine, maux de tête, nausées..(j'ai pas la liste complète là). Et c'est très déconseillé si on a des problèmes cardiaques ou des antécédents familiaux dans ce domaine..
Or you can just buy some on Amazon.ca with free shipping for 62 CAD....
I agree with Kc1319310. You could also try a conditioning treatment. I use a treatment on my hair once a week. If you go to a salon to get your hair cut ask your stylist about it. She will point you in the right direction as far as which one to buy for your hair.
Also, look into Nioxin hair thickening AND regrowth treatment. I started using that after I completed my 6 months of accutane, and it has helped SO much! My hair grew back, and then some!
Which brand/product is the most affordable on there? And are third party sellers on Amazon safe? For example this one:
https://www.amazon.ca/Just-Men-Minoxidil-Treatment-Precision/dp/B078NHCYM1/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=minoxidil&qid=1564342097&s=gateway&sr=8-4
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007Z75H0Y/ref=sr_ph_1_s_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1468361375&sr=sr-1&keywords=kirkland+minoxidil
Thats what I use. Its cheaper if you can get it from costco. Also most stores like Walmart and Target have their own generic that may or may not be cheaper. If that is too expensive the liquid is like half the price but is more of a hassle to apply and some people say it makes their hair greasy and its messy and takes a while to dry.
this? https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1511970936&sr=8-1&keywords=Kirkland+rogaine
is it true that you will lose alot more hair when starting on minox?
Right after I posted that, I ran across this: https://www.amazon.com/iRestore-Laser-Hair-Growth-System/dp/B01B29PCUU/
I'm considering adding it to my regimen. Even if it only prolongs the inevitable, it will give me even more time to gain weight. It's a slow progress..
Look into this over the counter stuff: http://www.amazon.com/Minoxidil-5-Extra-Strength-Regrowth-Bottles/dp/B000FQ73O0
I was thinning last fall pretty bad. I grew a LOT back. Everybody talks about my hair at work. I figured it was going and its back baby! Give it a try as soon as possible.
its the costco kirkland brand; i dont have a costco membership so this is the next best thing
https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=minoxidil+5%25&qid=1562559311&s=gateway&sr=8-3
6 Months Kirkland Minoxidil 5 percentage Extra Strength Hair Loss Regrowth Treatment Men, 2 Fl Oz, 6 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_UmTEDbDEZHNGC
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078NHCYM1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VR8-Cb07X9EDN
This is what I use twice a day. I’m seeing regrowth around my hairline and basically everywhere I’m applying it. It doesn’t make my hair super greasy like the Kirkland’s version that I tried before.
Do you think this looks safe?
Hmm, that's a good question. I am leaning towards yes, I would have still done it when I did. I am fairly certain the follicles in my temples are dead, so I would get a transplant regardless at some point. And considering how long it takes to grow in (3 - 12 months) vs. breast growth vs desire to present female, yeah, I definitely would. I didn't want to have boobs sticking out with a masculine, balding head!
I did consider the fact that FFS could bring my hairline down, but since it may be covered in Oregon sometime soon (so my endo says), I though I should wait to get it, and save me some money. That said, 2000 hairs cost me $8k in the USA (I got a Care Credit Card with 2 years to pay it off interest free).
Never ever quit the Rogaine!!! And if you are feeling like spending just a little more, here is everything I do:
At the end of the day, every doctor will say, "You are on testosterone blockers, you don't need Finasteride or Rogaine or XYZ because you don't have testosterone." I have yet to find a patient who agrees with that; even if you have female range T, that little bit can still make DHT which is a big culprit along side genetics. And frankly, all of this is cheaper than an insured Orchi., the only way you are going to get your T down to almost zero.
Cheers, I'm off to get my first injection, which I hope puts the pedal to the metal.
https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Minoxidil-Strength-Regrowth-Supply/dp/B00DTPYGHQ/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1497326233&sr=8-1&keywords=kirkland+minoxidil+5+extra+strength+hair+regrowth+for+men
give it a month of usage
Hi. No, you don't need a prescription to buy Minoxidil, neither use vitamins. My vitamin is One a Day for men. And my Minoxidil is from Kirkland: https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=minoxidil&qid=1556740675&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1
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I'm sure if you use Minoxidil, you will have in a full beard in a 8 months or so.
Wow, huge waste of money. Get a 6-month supply on Amazon for just $27. https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Strength-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA
15 bucks...
You can buy a six month supply of minoxidil for $22 dollars from amazon, so cost isn’t that bad. Getting wet/sweating are probably things to avoid, but if you put it on right when you wake up, then again before going to bed, it shouldn’t be too big of a deal. The real inconvenient part for me is that it makes it kind of difficult to style the hair that I have left.
https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Minoxidil-Strength-Regrowth-Supply/dp/B00DTPYGHQ/ref=sr_1_2_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1505164864&sr=1-2&keywords=minoxadil
How is this?
https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA
I'm in a similar situation to you with early stages of mpb where thinning is beginning to progress passed the hairline corners so I have a couple questions on your plans.
Considering you just have thinning at this point and not full hair loss beyond a mature hairline, is there a specific reason you've plan on starting Minox already instead of waiting to see how Fin does? I'm hesitant to start Minox right away because as far as i'm aware your hair becomes dependent on it and once you stop you'll lose everything you grew on Minox even if Fin would have saved those areas. If Fin works on those areas that are thinning wouldnt it just prevent you from having to use Minox for the rest of your life?
You can buy Kirkland brand minox off amazon for a reasonable price. 6 month liquid supply for $24
https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Minoxidil-Strength-Regrowth-Supply/dp/B00EXPSYVA/ref=sr_1_4_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1503630840&sr=1-4&keywords=minoxidil
Hey man, a little late here, and I don't know if this is applicable to you or not. But, I just thought I'd share my experience. I noticed significant thinning a few months ago and started a particular regimen, and it's yielded pretty good results.
I use the Nioxin #2 system, as well as their Minoxidil (Hair Regrowth Treatment) once per day, and that was the progress over 5.5 months. The instructions recommend to use the Minox twice per day.
Furthermore, if you really want to attack it, you could consider taking Finasteride, which, when combined with a good shampoo, conditioner, and Minoxidil, is a pretty powerful combo for halting and even reversing hair loss due to male pattern baldness. Personally, I wanted to avoid taking the pill, so I just tried the topical solution first. And it seems to have worked pretty well, even when using it 50% as much as the instructions say to.
Kirkland! I got a 6 month supply (1 year for me cause I only apply once a day) for like $40(?) I think.
Edit: it was less than 40. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CNVXzbA2RTRVV
Can I ask why you are looking for a 1-month supply? It takes several months before you'll be able to tell if it's working/see noticeable results, so if you're testing it out, you'll need at least 3 bottles to accurately tell if it's working. Also, it's cheaper to buy a pack of several bottles rather than buy them individually.
I find it's cheapest to buy at Sam's Club or Walmart... I believe it's like $30 for a 4-month supply... although a quick Amazon search shows you can get a 6-month supply for $30
As for the shedding... I'm not sure if that's a side effect or not... maybe someone else can chime in on that one. BUT I will say that since you're now rubbing this foam into your scalp, I think it is fair to say you'll see more hairs in the sink simply from agitating your scalp more than before... I notice a lot of hair in my sink after applying minoxidil, and I've been on it for almost 2 years now. And my head looks great (not balding) so maybe that's what's going on for you?
https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=pd_ys_sarp_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B008BMOEGA&pd_rd_r=DSHC9GASCZBK11QQC4PB&pd_rd_w=pme0F&pd_rd_wg=StSoP&pf_rd_p=8328b5cc-59f9-4b32-ade0-718c89672d9c&pf_rd_r=DSHC9GASCZBK11QQC4PB&psc=1&refRID=DSHC9GASCZBK11QQC4PB
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This is what I got. 25 USD for 6 month supply
This. Hair Growth Shampoo and Conditioner by Watermans - Combo Pack - *Can reduce hair loss https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01KXT0NPE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FGtSCb29P2MM7
http://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Minoxidil-Hair-Regrowth-Men/dp/B001CSNXLC
There's a foam version of the generic kirkland minox on Amazon.com.
It's more expensive than the liquid, but much cheaper than Rogaine foam. Well worth $60 for a 6-month supply, IMO.
You convinced me of getting the foam. I purchased this, the price seemed very reasonable considering a single month of the liquid cost me $20 after tax. I hear good things about kirkland, does this seem like a good deal to you?
I'm glad you got some bloodwork and have a plan for going forward. Hair loss won't progress to baldness and usually resolves 2-6 months after you've fixed the underlying issue. Vitamin D is fat-soluble, so it will absorb better if taken with a meal containing some fat. There is a theoretical benefit to using minoxidil so it might be worth a shot. Source
A: 5%. I use this brand because it's super cheap ($50/year): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DTPYGHQ
A: I take a 1000 mcg (1 mg) capsule once or twice / day. I think the required daily value is something like 30-40 mcg, so it's definitely overkill lol.
this one actually https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00EXPSYVA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
If you use amazon regularly I would suggest signing up for ebates, and doing all your amazon purchases through them. You get cash back on your purchases :) (not a lot, but they add up over time)
That's exactly what I'm hoping for :D May I ask where you bought it from?
I got the 3-pack from here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JOPYQUM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0012BNVE8/ref=dp_olp_new_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=new
its like £15 a month, well worth it in my opinion, wont make it grow back for most people but it will slow the process a huge amount, mines grown back a little bit.
Anything over 5% will not give you any benefit and will be just as effective as 5%.
Because I'm not where I want to be to start transitioning, this is what I'm using right now:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZOHOQO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008BMOEGA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I get mine off Amazon from this link. It's super cheap and just amazing! (https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Key-Snail-Repairing-Cream/dp/B010FH2E24)
Just go to https://affiliate-program.amazon.com
details there. they don't just hand them out. had to prove that it was worth partnering with. Had to have a website, etc. It took a few weeks for my submission to be approved. Now I can post custom links like: http://amzn.to/2kc68nK and if somebody clicks on it, I get anywhere from 4-7% of anything they purchase from that visit. (I think its a ~4 hour cookie).
Like I said, I review products, and link to those products. Like I recently did a laptop, showed how to upgrade the memory and storage on it (smoking deal of a laptop, 14" 1080 ips screen for ~$200, but shitty 32gb emmc storage). not a day doesn't go by I don't "sell" at least one dimm of ram, an SSD and a drive caddy needed for the upgrade. electronics I get 4% of, so its not a ton, but it ends up being about $5/day minimum for those items alone. I also "sell" one - two of those laptops a week, so that's another $8/laptop. a couple of years ago, I did a radio install on my Infiniti G35. Since sold that car, but I "sell" the parts needed to do the work at least once a month, the parts are expensive, so gives me $20-30 in revenue.
read about somebody struggling with money? Hey, you should really read this book:http://amzn.to/2l9sf29
Read about somebody's shitty Mother in law (/r/justnomil)? This book changed my life: http://amzn.to/2ldZ0rf
I grew a beard this last year, going strong at 4 months now, Looks great, but was a bit scratchy, started using some beard oil really softened it up.
That sort of stuff. I whore out my links like its going out of style. Forums, facebook, reddit, etc. Its all about residual income. the more people who view my videos, the more clicks through to amazon, the more money I make, the more money I make the more stuff I can buy the more I buy, the more I make review videos, etc. I don't have a big channel, just shy of 800 subs, and ~40k view/month.