Anyone have results with Frontal Loss?

bupolo · Mar 30, 2004

Hey guys, I'm new to this forum. I've read all the FAQ's and looked for some old posts and not really seeing an answer to the question. I'm 24, just started experiencing some loss in the front part of my head along with receeding temple area. I was wondering if rogaine 5% would assist at all in just stopping this progression? I am not all too concerned with growing hair back cause..hey...we all get old some day...but I'd like to keep it looking ok.
So yes, any general suggestions for work specifically for the front? Everything I read about the treatments talk about working on the "vortex," but I don't have any problems back there. Any quick replies? Thanks guys!

BadHairDecade · Mar 31, 2004

I think either propecia or minoxidil will work. For whatever reason it's harder to grow it back on the front. I'm seeing slight but noticable results in the front and excellent results on the back from using "The Big 3" which is Propecia, Rogaine, and Nizoral.

BHD

bupolo · Apr 1, 2004

How much does that "Big 3" cost you per month?

BadHairDecade · Apr 1, 2004

Maybe $65.00 a month......But I use Propecia Rogaine. If you use generic finasteride and minoxidil it would probably cost 1/3 that amount per month.
Still $65 a month ain't that much. I'm sure a lot of people spend that amount or more on a cigarette habbit.

Cassin · Apr 1, 2004

BadHairDecade said:
........ I'm sure a lot of people spend that amount or more on a cigarette habbit.

So true man. Oh and it's a lot more.

check this out

http://www.alamn.org/smoke/calculate.asp#results

bupolo · Apr 1, 2004

What about using Proscar instead of Propecia? The whole...splitting it into 5th's...anyone try that or know anyone who was able to properly do that?

BadHairDecade · Apr 1, 2004

Splitting into 1/4's seems to be the way people use proscar. 1/5's would probably be too difficult.

Cool site Cassin. I'm going to forward that link to my father who's been smoking since his 20's. He's in his 60's now and still smokin....Alot.

PearlJam · Apr 2, 2004

Hey BadHairDecade, have you had any side effects with Propecia? I'm just trying to find out the risks seeing as I want to start it soon...

BadHairDecade · Apr 2, 2004

Barely any sides. Thes ones I had are going away as I'm entereing month #4 on Propecia. Check out these two links for more detail about my progress and SE's.

http://www.hairlosstalk.com/discussions ... highlight=

http://www.hairlosstalk.com/discussions ... highlight=

The risks for SE's are pretty low. Do it. I'm so glad I did

bupolo · Apr 2, 2004

Hmmm, the info on Propecia said that taking 1.25 mg could be dangerous...the people who have split it into 4ths have not had a problem?
Also, thanks for the posts, and congrats on all the improvement in your own hair!

BadHairDecade · Apr 2, 2004

bupolo.....THink about it
Propecia is the same exact thing as Proscar. Proscar is 5mg pill that treats BPH and it's been around for quite a while. One of the side effects of Proscar happened to be hair growth....This is how Propecia was born. If 5mg's is safe I'm sure 1.25 is plenty safe.

Cassin · Apr 2, 2004

I'm taking 1.25. No problems. Just good things so far.

bupolo · Apr 5, 2004

Well yes it makes sense, maybe it didn't say dangerous, maybe just that the amount would not be as beneficial. Ok, so 1.25 is ok huh? Also, when applying Rogaine twice a day, does that mean you have to wash your hair twice a day too? :cry:

Cassin · Apr 5, 2004

No, once is fine.

bupolo · Apr 7, 2004

So I have a styling question:
Does putting the Rogaine/Rogaine Substitute in your hair affect its manageability? Meaning, does it make it all heavy and damp or what? I just know with other "scalp" treatments they really leaves a heavy residue on the hair and makes it difficult to do anything with.

BadHairDecade · Apr 7, 2004

Not for me....I usually towel dry my hair pretty well, then apply minoxidil. Let it sit in for about 1/2 hour to an hour then blow dry it. Doesn't seem to leave any residue for me.

DisposableHero · Apr 21, 2004

I have no problem applying minoxidil at all. I towle dry my hair when i get out of the shower, just so that it isnt "dripping" wet, and apply htee minoxidil and let it air dry for about 45 minutes. I usually run a brush through my hair a few times while it's drying, so it looks smoother when its dry. Hope that helps a bit. Give it time, and watch the results unfold before your eyes.

hairfarmer7997 · Apr 22, 2004

Does putting the Rogaine/Rogaine Substitute in your hair affect its manageability?

For me it does, I have always had fine/ blonde hair and any product I put in it makes alot of hairs stick together and looks terrible in daylight. . I've realized that when I keep my hair short about an 1 1/2 inches its more manageable even with the rogaine. . .although I personally would wait till it drys somewhat before styling.

Majinhanamichi · Apr 22, 2004

BadHairDecade said:
Barely any sides. Thes ones I had are going away as I'm entereing month #4 on Propecia. Check out these two links for more detail about my progress and SE's.

http://www.hairlosstalk.com/discussions ... highlight=

http://www.hairlosstalk.com/discussions ... highlight=

The risks for SE's are pretty low. Do it. I'm so glad I did

Thats an excellend improvement, what time do you usually take Propecia? Is it on an empty stomach?

MH

BadHairDecade · Apr 22, 2004

I take it in the morning after breakfast....

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