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    MinoxidilMax Red Flags

    in Hair Loss Drugs

    Posted · Edited by Heisenberg

    11 minutes ago, mrmajified said:

    I actually do shake the bottle before each use, after noticing my first bottle separated.

    Surprised oral hasn't shown results at all for you. I noticed a big difference just a few months after using minoxidilmax. Now it's hard to say if my new solution is doing anything, since I had my HT 7 months ago and new growth is still happening from that.

    I don't think I ever noticed much of a difference when using MinoxidilMax products either, and minoxidil hasn't really done much for me too. I still use the Hims alcohol-free serum even though I am not convinced it is actually doing anything. In fact, I am worried that the constant rubbing, even when done very gently, may just be making matters worse.

    I am now going to try taking oral dutasteride once a month to see if that helps.

    MinoxidilMax Red Flags

    in Hair Loss Drugs

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    1 hour ago, mrmajified said:

    As an update, I've been using 5% minoxidil and 0.25% finasteride from my pharmacy. I've used 2 bottles so far, and each one left a white crusty residue on the bottom of the bottle after a few days or weeks. I'm guessing that's the finasteride separating itself from the rest of the solution. So, I feel like this might be worse than just using the MinoxidilMax formula. Then again, the MM bottles are solid and you can't really see into them very well, so maybe that was happening with theirs too. Really not sure what I should do going forward.

    Can you not give the bottle a good shake before each application? I tend to do that anyway.

    Fortunately, I have been able to take oral finasteride without experiencing any significant side effects. I've been taking it for around 8 or more months, and can't see any increase in hair density though sadly. It may, however, still be early days .

    Best fibres/concealers, which are available in the UK?

    in Shampoos, sprays, and concealers

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    Hey all,

    Anyone know of the best fibres/concealers, which are available in the UK? 

    I am reluctant to try Toppik, as I understand the dye causes a green stain, and not just on your scalp.

    I understand DermMatch can stain your bathroom too (potentially permanently).

    I have copiously studies the Amazon UK reviews, and all the fibres there all have some worrying reviews.

    XFusion Keratin Hair Fibres look promising though?

    Many thanks, good Sirs!

    What are the best hair products to make hair look denser?

    in Shampoos, sprays, and concealers

    Posted

    This may be worth ago, but it is quite pricey: 

    https://densehairexperts.com/collections/optimised-hair-care/products/densify-styling-paste-1?selling_plan=690408915218

    Anyone got a recommendation for hair fibres? I've had a good look on Amazon UK, but reports and reviews mentioning things like staining and a 'dusty'/artificial look etc. are concerning. It seems keratin fibres are better than cotton allegedly.

    MinoxidilMax Red Flags

    in Hair Loss Drugs

    Posted

    47 minutes ago, mrmajified said:

    I guess it just worries me that the delivery method won't be great or even have negative effects. Only one way to tell, I suppose.

    Unfortunately, as a Canadian I don't have access to Hims so that's not even an option. I definitely did look into that.
    Also, all my bottles have expiry dates on them.

    I think the MinoxidilMax's so-called "experimental" products don't have expiry dates on them. I don't see that as a reasonable excuse, though, and that shows a bit of carelessness in my honest opinion. I paid a small fortune for 3 bottles, and am going to have to throw some in the bin.

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    MinoxidilMax Red Flags

    in Hair Loss Drugs

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    Personally, I would stick with a brand like Hims, as they are completely open and honest about what goes into their products, and they actually bother to put an expiry date on them. My only worry, though, is that they do seem to contain a fragrance/perfume, and I'm not sure that's okay for people who may be inclined to develop irritation or dermatitis.

    MinoxidilMax Red Flags

    in Hair Loss Drugs

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    1 hour ago, mrmajified said:

    I did a bit more research last night, and it seems most people are satisfied with the results and don't experience the side effects noted by some. I'm considering bringing a sample into a local lab to get tested - will let everyone know what the results are if I am able to do so.

    Is it possible to test the purity, though, and what is really in those products? 

    Best pillow for when you are recovering from a hair transplant

    in Hair Restoration Questions and Answers

    Kevin does not like oral minoxidil

    in Hair Loss Drugs

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    19 minutes ago, Heisenberg said:

    There is no objective evidence, but that was certainly my subjective experience. I'm obviously not willing to give myself full blown pericardial effusion or pericarditis (assuming I don't have that already) for the sake of being noted as a case of concern.  

    I should also add that I didn't even know that pain on the right side of my chest, which I had never experienced before, could be a symptom of pericarditis before I took the drug. I had to do a bit of Googling to find that out after the event, so don't think that's some kind of nocebo effect.

    Kevin does not like oral minoxidil

    in Hair Loss Drugs

    Posted · Edited by Heisenberg

    5 minutes ago, GoliGoliGoli said:

    To be fair, in your case there is really no "evidence" that you had serious side effects. I'm not saying you didn't by any means, but your case isn't as clear cut as the South African woman. 

    There is no objective evidence, but that was certainly my subjective experience. I'm obviously not willing to give myself full blown pericardial effusion or pericarditis (assuming I don't have that already) for the sake of being noted as a case of concern.  

    Kevin does not like oral minoxidil

    in Hair Loss Drugs

    Posted · Edited by Heisenberg

    This is just my humble opinion, but if you tolerate topical minoxidil well, and you see some results, I would stay away from oral minoxidil, as the health risks are just too concerning, and probably not worth the risk for the sake of slightly thicker hair.

    Kevin does not like oral minoxidil

    in Hair Loss Drugs

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    1 minute ago, GoliGoliGoli said:

    Well, it just means that anyone who stopped prior to being on it for 3 months weren't included in the study.

    There was some talk about this in a thread a few weeks back around the confusion of who was and wasn't included in that study. 

    Those are arguably the most important subjects in the study in terms of safety.

    Kevin does not like oral minoxidil

    in Hair Loss Drugs

    Posted · Edited by Heisenberg

    33 minutes ago, GoliGoliGoli said:

    Which studies? The one most people mention is the one of approximately 1400 patients, but I'm pretty sure they only looked at patients who had already been using OM for 3 months. 

    Does that potentially mean that some patients stopped using the drug in less than 3 months in due to side effects?

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