Regaine Minoxidil, microneedling and now FInasteride

[E-thyme]

Good day to all readers.

I'm 25 and noticed a receding frontal hairline when I was 18-19. Since then my temples receded for 1,5-2 sm and during lockdowns my crown became visible. That's when I followed my brothers' advice and began using 5% minoxidil foam and a skin roller with tiny needles on my head - shaved off my hair in April and since then saw good results. Crown became not as visible and the front has regained some of the hair. I don't know if micro-needling had any significant effect since I started both at the same time. I also take Biotin and some vitamins regularly.

Last week I went to Belgravia in London and they suggested a 10% minoxidil and DHT blocker formula for topical application. I donate blood regularly and would abstain from finasteride pills if possible due to potential side effects. My main concerns are:
1- Is topical finasteride solution safer than pills in terms of side effects?
2- Would 10% Minoxidil and (I think) 0,1% finasteride formula give me better results?
3- Has anyone tried those skin rollers (micro-needling) on their hair and could tell me if it has any positive effect?
4- If I decide to go with this suggested formula, do I have to buy it only from them or would other sellers suffice? I've seen some 5% Minox and 0,1% Finas sprays out there and they are just as easy to get.

I discovered this forum last week and now I'm kind of mad because if I had discovered it earlier, I would have saved and regained more hair earlier.

 

[Eugenix Hair Sciences]

1. Topical finasteride has less side effects in comparison to oral finasteride.
2. It is different for everybody. You should use it and observe the results by 8 to 12 months. If you are a good responder to finasteride and minoxidil then you will have good results. The main concern would be to prolong baldness in your scalp.
3. Microneedling does not have benefits with regards to prolonging baldness.
4. You can buy the solution from any place. However, if you are getting it from your doctor then it is easier.

In the absence of finasteride, you will eventually lose more hair. Some people do not respond to even finasteride and their baldness continues. You should try the medications and observe its effects on you prior to committing to them.

 

[E-thyme]

1. Topical finasteride has less side effects in comparison to oral finasteride.
2. It is different for everybody. You should use it and observe the results by 8 to 12 months. If you are a good responder to finasteride and minoxidil then you will have good results. The main concern would be to prolong baldness in your scalp.
3. Microneedling does not have benefits with regards to prolonging baldness.
4. You can buy the solution from any place. However, if you are getting it from your doctor then it is easier.

In the absence of finasteride, you will eventually lose more hair. Some people do not respond to even finasteride and their baldness continues. You should try the medications and observe its effects on you prior to committing to them.

Thank you for replying. I have discovered that Azelaic acid is also a DHT blocker and doesn't stop me from donating blood. Thus, I've decided to go with 15% Minoxidil and 5% Azelaic acid solution. I will update on my progress in 3 months' time so others looking at similar solutions could benefit.

 

[Eugenix Hair Sciences]

Okay. Shall keep following your progress.