Topical Finasteride For Hair Loss: What YOU Need To Know
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What is finasteride? Is topical finasteride right for you? How is finasteride different from minoxidil? Today, Doctor Gary Linkov covers all you need to know about topical finasteride as a hair loss treatment!
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00:00 - Intro
00:34 - What is finasteride?
01:22 - Finasteride and minoxidil for androgenic alopecia
02:30 - Topical finasteride versus oral finasteride
05:06 - Is topical finasteride right for you?
07:26 - Downsides of using topical finasteride
10:10 - Doctor Gary Linkov's takeaways
11:34 - Where to get topical finasteride
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Finastride is truly amazing for those who does not get any sides. As someone who has the most aggressive hair loss (my two brothers were Norwood 7 by 28-30), not to mention aggressive retrograde alopecia as well, all my cousins in both families are Norwood 6-7 by 30. I am 32 and have managed to keep 90% of my hair. Unfortunately I experienced bad side effects from finasteride and had to quit. However, using minoxidil + microneedling saved my hair. I strongly believe that DHT is related to blood circulation, which in turn due to low supply leads to hair loss. I used a derma roller + minoxidil and kept losing hair. Once I switched to a high-quality pen, within two months my shedding stopped and my hair started to get thicker by month 4 with a lot of new growth. I have followed this protocol for 5 years and haven't lost ground. It's possible-just be consistent. use a good Pen and do NOT skip sessions. If it worked for me, it should work for EVERYONE.
which pen brand are you using? thanks for this comment by the way
how many mm are you using for the scalp?
Korabeauticals V2, theirs needles are currently the thinnest in the market as far as I know
1.5mm once a week, never missed a treatment
do you suggest any oil/balsam/whatever to use additionally to the needle pen?
I like this guy he’s smart I studied this subject for a while and yes everything he says is what a lot of hair loss sufferes debate over and RU
took fin pills, got side effects. I wrote off fin for years after that. Started pills again. got side again. Started topical fin/min combo. NO sides, and hair is looking good. My anecdotal experience says that topical fin is the way to go.
Does topical only work where you spray/spread it or does it generally make its way around the whole scalp even if you miss bits?
@Burnenwhysee out of interest what side effects did you experience? I've been taking fin 1mg for a month and a bit and I think im getting some side effects.
@@vGMartyInsomnia, gynecomastia, water retention, ED, loss of strength and endurance, greater risk of infections, etc.
@@nattypatty3667finasteride can't result in loss of strength or endurance.
Thank you Dr. Linkov for everything you do in providing detailed information. Your video is very educational and appreciated. I truly enjoy watching all your videos and the time you take to explain everything.
do you think anyone honestly believes your profile is real?
It's really great to have a real doctor who knows how to properly interpret research, not just some youtuber claiming this and that because ONE study said it.
I'm not sure he's done that here
Very comprehensive video. Thank you so much for creating, Dr Gary Linkov 😊
Thanks doc for all your amazing contributions to informing the public about all these procedures. Your honesty really speaks for itself. Please keep the videos coming. 🙏
My hairline started to recess in my 20s but now in my 40s it has slowed down a lot. The center is still pretty much at the original position and I only have these typical balding inlets you see with Norwood stage 2.
Getting bald never bothered me. I have a nice round head for it and at some point I just shaved and never looked back. I trim to 3-6 mm's and haven't been in a hairsalon for two decades as I just trim myself. Recently though I stopped trimming for about 2 months and I've come to realize I actually still have a lot of hair so I started to think it could actually be nice to have a full head of hair again. Your videos made me think about having a transplant and I've already decided to start using finasteride + minoxidil to fully stabilize my situation and perhaps even see some natural restoration.
Choosing to undergo surgery is another matter of course. I don't live in the US otherwise I'd definitely knock on your door. 😎 But all your input has definitely given me a good basis to know what qualities to look for in a doctor and a team. There's no need to rush it of course.
Best of luck with your channel!
Doctor Linkov, I think you are such a friendly and trusting human. Thank you for being honest about your treatment techniques and approaches. You give knowledge to men and myself. I subscribed. I follow your word. Take care sir.
I am a patient of Dr. Linkov. I had my transplant on 12/05/23. Could not be more pleased. I have been and am also on medical therapy on both finasteride and minoxidil oral forms to support my hair plan. I have no noticeable side effects. In actuality, both have done for me exactly what they were meant to do, prior to my transplant. My recession has stoped and I have noticed a thickening in the salvageable follicular units. I hope this helps those that have been wondering about their path.
How long have you been taking both medications?
Happy to hear this. And well done to use someone like Dr Linkov. Some people like you can just breeze with oral Min and Fin. It’s trial and error. Everyone is different.
How long you been taking the tablets, and how much grafts have you had , and when did you start taking tablets was it early then surgery or just after surgery??
I take 1mg Finasteride per day with zero issues. Are you also taking 1mg? Seems to me that 1mg is enough to stop my hair loss but it also doesn't grow back lol
@@LuKiSCraft I was watching a guy called hair specialist got his hair implants 3 years ago , on tiktok his been on finastride for 4 years now, no side effects as of yet he goes but he goes his wood anit as it use to be ..and his been taking 1mg ..I am hoping planning to get my hair implants next year in Turkey I pray at least .
And they said I would just need topical finastride so see how it goes .
But I plan to come of the tablets soon as they finish next time I will only get topical finastride, which is a spray solution liquid. Pretty much get same results as oral tablets .
Been taking topical for 2 years. Absolutely no side effects and my hair has improved tremendously. Went from a Norwood 3 and worsening, with significant follicle shrinkage,to a Norwood 2,,,and stable. I am over 50 and this is the Best my hair has looked since my 20’s. I would compare my results to a 1200-1500 hair transplant.
Left out an important fact. My hair stylist is dumb founded at my new hair! Lol. While cutting my hair she started making comments. One time, she was combing through my hair and was like “have you changed anything lifestyle wise? You have all these new hairs sprouting” or, “I can’t understand how that small bald spot on your crown has gone away”? Another thing to note is that almost immediately I sprouted dormant hairs on my temples….like day 4 I noticed them when looking in the rear view mirror of my car. Am I a hyper responder? Idk,,,but this stuff has turned my life around. I think thus far i have about 1200 bucks invested,,so about 600 per year to keep what I got. That is not an issue for me, but I could see how that may be a concideration for some.
thanks for sharing. where have you been sourcing it from?
have you been using minoxidil in tandem? anything other than that?
@@colinr4860 0.3% finasteride with 7% minoxidil. I apply at night, rinse out in morning. I use Hims.
@@a.f.s.3004 Yes, Please share the brand you use
Did you have side effects with oral finasteride? What dose of topical finasteride do you take?
Tysm for the videos!
Btw your eyes look amazing now! Crazy how that small changes can glow up someone.
Hello, Dr. Linkov, and thank you for another detailed video. I've been dealing with hair loss for the past couple of years and only recently went to see a dermatologist about it. They diagnosed me with androgenic alopecia and prescribed topical 5% minoxidil + 0.1% finasteride in trichofoam. After one month of applying it every evening I haven't noticed any side effects, I'm able to see new hairs sprouting and I feel eager to see how the regrowth progresses by the time I have to schedule my 3-month appointment. Watching your videos boosted my confidence in the treatment and gave me hope I'll eventually be able to regrow most my lost hair. Thank you!
You are playing with fire pal
If you think finastride and minoxidile are safe you're delusional or lacking Crucial information.
How'd your honest progress so far?
Love how you explain different methods of how to deal with hair loss, and you do it in such an easy to understand way. I’ll be asking my dermatologist about this soon, thanks!
I use topical finasteride and monoxidil and I've seen significant increase in density.
Today do you feel like your hair has stopped falling out?
Thank you again for your extremely intelligent discussion on these products. Always a pleasure to listen to your show. I'm thinking about taking oral minoxidil instead of topical. I already take 1 MG of finasteride daily. Is this a better or equal choice? Thank you.
Great video. Perhaps you could discuss finasteride vs. dutasteride next.
He talked about dutasteride during one of his earlier finasteride videos. I think it might have been during his first finasteride video.
Sir do you take online appointments? I am from India and worried about my hair loss, your channel has always comforted with with its content, I really need your help.
I have been taking Finasteride 5mg every 5 days, for a few years now, and it is working fine. Recently I am thinking of taking the 1mg everyday instead, wondering would it be better? thank you very much in advance for your answer(s).
Thanks for the info man
I know it’s not fda Approved, but a video on topical dutasteride and it’s efficacy would be interesting
Curious about your view on tocotrienols for hair loss?
Thanks, been waiting for a study like this with the combined topical solutions. Would you recommend micro-needling with the topical Fin + Min solution?
i had bad side effects on oral finasteride, heat flashes, worsened anxiety, so i rly hope the topical works
Good channel nice explanation
I had taken oral Finasteride and had great results with controlling and reversing my hair loss. But, I experienced negative side effects. Mainly Gynecomastia, which I still have and always will unless I have removal surgery. I just started topical Finasteride and Minoxidil combo, with great results and so far no negative side effects.
good to hear, I been taking oral finasteride and looking to switch to topical finasteride/minxodil spray. How soon after stopping oral finasteride can one start to use topical finasteride?
@@erickburgos8242 You would need to ask your doctor. I had not taken oral finasteride in over 14 years, before starting the topical, and my hair loss had progressed to Norwood 5-6, it has been moving toward 4-5 in just 3 months of starting the topical mixture. I want to incorporate micro needling. Because I have researched and seen that it increases the results 3 to 4 fold.
Thanks for sharing information on hair restoration, it's greatly appreciated. Your great at explaining and keeping it simple. Keep being UU!!!
*you're (you are)
I heard that dutasterid doesnt get absorbed through the skin. Is it true doc? Cause i rather not mess with my hormomed
Oral Minox since May, added oral fin in August. Still haven't seen any results, but I'm uneasy because i have yet to start the shedding that i was told to expect.
How well does oral Finasteride & oral Minoxidil work with heart valve patients? I'm 36 and not yet balding, but my hair has definitely started showing signs of thinning in the last few years.
Hello Doctor, could you recommend Finasteride and Minoxidil substitutes in Germany?
Could you generate some sort of tolerance to finasteride of minoxidil by taking them for a long time?
Excellent video DR Gary I use oral min and oral fin could u do a video on Dutasterside mesotherapy Prp
How about Topical Dutasteride in future? I would like to experiment with that.
Does procapil work too? can you make a video about it, pls? thank you.
I had hair transplant surgery in Turkey back in April. Overall, I am extremely happy with the results. People don’t believe that I got it done because it looks so natural. I am using finasteride topical solution combined with minoxidil. There’s no itching/side effects the only thing is scalp/hair looks dry, so I started using coconut/Olive oil at least once every two weeks to combat the dryness....
I had also hair transplant in Turkey for 7 weeks ago. May i know how long after you began with Min and Fin? Becouse i dont know how long I have to wait
Where did u get it done?
@@amiram88 I started the topical solution 4 weeks after the operation, right after all the scabs were gone, some peopple do it 2-3 weeks after
@@luisl2950 Smilehair clinic in Istanbul , 4000 graphs..2400 dollars + air fare...
@@amiram88 Four weeks following the operation, once all the scabs disappeared, some people might do it around 2-3 weeks after the operation. Normally, your doctor will provide specific time when you should be able, mine told me around 2 weeks after but I waited few more weeks.
Hi Dr, will the transplanted hair become dependent on minoxidil and will it fall out again if we stop using it?
You're a gem
I don’t use Top Fin but I’m super glad so far my oral 1mg has given very minimal side effects which are pretty much getting weaker. But they are super minor minimal related to libido
How many times a week do you use finasteride??
@@riz838 I take 1mg every second day.
@@riz838 1mg every second day. Sorry for late reply. This dosage works for me.
It's getting better?
@@Silverpump non existent now. Don’t notice a thing only stronger hair.
Thanks for all the videos. Enjoyed them a lot.
I've been on finasteride and minoxidil for a year now, seeing a very significant improvement. Can adding PRP/PRF treatment give another significant improvement?
Likely not significant
I take topical Fin + Min from HIMS and it’s worked wonders for me. I’ve been on it for around a year and 5 months and not only have I retained my hair but I’ve grown a lot that I lost, I went from a NW5 to a NW2, my transplant cost (consult) from 23k to 7-11k in the US. I
It works well for me. But sometimes I do wonder if I’d be even better off if I took oral, I just don’t like swallowing pills.
how do you deal with the potential oily-ness from using that?
@@KalvinPatel I apply it at night & I wear a durag after I apply it to help it soak in, then I wash my hair in the AM.
How did you make topical fin+min?
@@cenajames2737 I buy it pre made from HIMS, plenty of websites do it though, it’s popular now. Or a compounding pharmacy.
Doc can you make a video about post finasteride syndrome?
Thoughts on Dutasteride?
Mesotherapy Duta and oral minox ftw been over a year on it. Getting my first PRP next month too, full combo
Add microneedling to it and you’ll be on war with hairloss
Can you do a video on medicinal mushrooms ie: reishi, lions main, shiitake, and cordyceps. For hair loss?
I'm 21. My hair started thinning pretty badly on my temples, I've always had a higher hairline so it became really noticeable. I initially tried oral finesteride and had bad side effects. I switched to a combo finesteride and minoxidil topical product. It's been about two weeks and I've had great results so far without any side effects. Hair is much thicker and feels healthier. Smoother texture and doesn't feel dry or stiff like it used to.
Great to hear! Currently the same for me: what percentage of fin did you use for 1ml?
Good for you! I wish I had thought about medical therapy for my hair loss when I was younger. I hope that because you are taking action at a young age that you will be able to stop the thinning (finasteride) and get back some recent loss (minoxidil) and never need a hair transplant.
Did you go thru a shedding phase
So Finasterid topical is good?
What's the % of fin in the topical
can you do a video on dutasteride mesotherapy ?
Great post Dr. G.
Is it safe for topical finastride and minoxidil.please suggest me❤
I am curious what your thoughts are on finasteride vs dutasteride in terms of efficacy and side effects. - Would you ever consider making a video on this?
Also thank you for all your great content!
He already maded this!
Where? I don’t believe he has
@@aidan5762 he mentioned it in his finasteride video, I believe. Basically, dutasteride is more potent, but also has a higher risk of side effects. I think Dr. L said he'd consider it if fin is not working well/enough.
Doctor i used hk vitals tablet dht blocker will it grow my hair back atleast 10% out of 100?
Do a video on GFC and PRP treatment. Its booming in India
I’m taking HIMS topical fin and minoxidil. No hair regrowth.
For how long?
@@samuelcortez8540 year and a half fairly consistently
do you have videos on how to deal with inflammation and hair loss do to that? My head itches non stop and i'm pretty sure all my hair loss is due to me itching my head IN MY SLEEP and without me even noticing while i'm awake.. i need this gone and my hair back that was lost because of it :(
In my early 20s I got seborrheic dermatitis, which caused my scratch my scalp causing thinning in some parts and it never grew back and my scalp is almost always inflamed.
How do you feel about companies like "Hims" and "keeps"!
Doctor Gary Linkov .. where can I find your hat? .. Best regards, Daniel.
Some countries have a flutimide gel that apparently works very well without systemic side-effects. 💈🙇
Finasteride selectively inhibits the Type 2 isoenzyme whereas dutasteride inhibits both Type 1 and Type 2 5AR
Wrong. Fin inhibits type 2 and 3 and Dut inhibits 1 2 and 3
Grow up and learn
@@crypto_lawi3959 Was that 2nd bit to your comment really necessary? Lmfao
I'm on oral Minoxidil, can I also do topical Finasteride?
Personal experience on finasteride, melatonin, bimatoprost, and tretinoin mix topical. I've been applying for just over a year. First 3 months, no hair changes, infact I had more hair falling off. At 6 months my doctor strengthened the mix. Just over a year I've had significant hair regrowth and significant changes in hair density. My hair has become much darker and stronger. Application is 2 times a day. I get why people would want to take the tablet. For the convenience. But honestly speaking, i find the topical being more effective. Anyone hesitant, just do it! My only wish is that i should have started sooner.
Hey Doc , I need your help
Dear Dr. Linkov, what if one was to wash out the topical finasteride early. Could one in that way maybe keep it local at the hair follicle and reduce the effect on serum dht? I understand the effectiveness would presumably be lower in that case. But my question is does that logic make sense: would you reduce transdermal flux but still do some good for hair follicle.
Hello, I may be interested in a propylene glycol free topical. But what is used as a substitute for propylene glycol and is it effective? Glycerin? Besides finasteride, any other active/inactive ingredients in it?
Hey guys, I got topical fin and topical min. How do you apply those? Fin in the morning and min in the evening? Or both in the morning and only min in the evening?
Dr Linkov I am a frequent watcher of your videos. Can this product be used on 12 year olds that are showing signs of hair loss?
Just got my order of topical in the mail from Keeps. I tried oral fin in the past and it killed my libido, praying that topical works with little to no side effects!
Doing the same thing now. Can you please update me if it helped with Libido.
update: been on Topical Fin/Min from Keeps now for 2 weeks, still too soon to say if its helping the hair, but i can honestly say it is having zero effect on my libido this time around, still horny, still able to get fully hard, still get morning wood@@Way2Raw
@@SHOUTxHIxHEYxHELLOkeep updates ty and good luck
@@clma3780 Hey guys, about to hit 1 month on Topical Fin & min from Keeps, so far i can honestly say it has had Zero impact on my libido, none, the only negative side effect i can even name is that ive been getting more dandruff than usual, really happy with it so far.
@@clma3780 offically been on Topical Fin for 5 or so weeks, so far I can honestly say I have had zero side effects, worst thing that has happened is it kind of gives you dandruff sometimes, libido has not dipped at all, still get morning wood, still able to have sex, only negative is I havent really seen any positive changes either, hopefully start to see some changes soon
Have you ever come across any data to support microdosing of oral finasteride? For example 1mg PO 3x per week to avoid side effects? The Australian physicians on the “hair loss show “ you tube channel discuss this strategy but have no referenced data. They claim the concentration of finasteride at the follicle is adequate.
Is it safe to use topical minoxidil+finasteride solution with derma roller ?
Pls reply
Does anyone here have the same experience as me? I experienced something strange when using any product aimed at growing hair (you name it all like serum, minoxidil+finasteride, laser therapy, even natural oils). Not a side effect in general, but I would experience difficulty sleeping and not feel sleepy at all at night when I used these products. I know you might think "oh that's just your feeling", but believe me, I've experienced it myself, experimenting on myself by using hair growth products for 1 week and not using hair growth products the next week. As a result, when I stopped using all of that, my sleep became normal and there were no problems. When I used the product, I felt like anxious but not to hard (my breathing and heartbeat were normal). I've been doing it for the last year (experimenting 1 week using it and 1 week not).
Do I have an allergy to certain substances that seep into my bloodstream? because that applies to the skincare that I use too. There doesn't seem to be any chemical/natural ingredients that can be absorbed by my skin.
Dr Gary, can I take finasteride manipulated? No problem
About to start my topical min and fin journey. Wish me luck. 27M
Is there a connection between accutane and hairloss and dht?
do you need a physical to be prescribed oral minoxidil and finasteride?
I prefer topical finasteride on it's own -- since I want to use Fin for a long period before assessing if I need to add Minoxdil. I've used topical Min in the past (Rogaine), and got side effects from it (contact dermatitis) and sharp chest pain. The less modalities, the better, since once you commit -- then it's a lifelong thing. Also, oral Finasteride is MUCH cheaper than topical in addition to being more reliable and consistent with it's results. I would like to try a combo of oral and topical Fin later, to see if I can reduce sides.
You can make your own topical fin with 5mg fin pills which would be very cheap. You can also make it a very low dose if scared of sides.
@@petarpervan302how do you make it? I have a sensitive scalp so I'm not sure I could use it with certain ingredients...
@@petarpervan302is there a big chance to get side effects?
Does Fin work for women with temple recession? Possibly from traction aleopecia?
Hi, I'm a post menopausal woman in Ireland with AGA that happened at menopause. I'm wondering if the NIZORAL 2% shampoo has any DTH disruption function when used twice a week?
Welp gonna give fin a try on the new year
Hi, there are so many videos on youtube about topical solutions. The answer i’m trying to find out is, i have to take TRT therapy for the rest of my life because i have primary hypogonadism. Could you tell me what type of topical would be suitable for me to take? Thanks in advance.
Could be possible combine a dutasteride therapy with topical finasteride? Or we must avoid? 🇧🇷🤲
Dr.Gary , If i got side effects on the 1mg, what is the next lower oral dosing before moving to topical?
Would you recommend using finasteride and or minoxidil for a 44 year old norwood 2 (just slight hairline recession). I’d like to maintain and improve my hairline but don’t want to jeopardise the rest of my hair.
On top of missing a headful of hair, studies show that today's men also tend to lack finesse, now if you think this might be a personal problem of yours and you wish to take action and do something about it, you can start today by reaching out to your doctor and ask for a prescription of Finesseteride and see if it's right for you.
If one is taking 5mg finasterade to lower psa, does that automatically address hairloss and just need to apply minoxidil?
Hello. Could microneedling interfere with a future hair transplant? In one of your past videos, you said that sometimes grafts are difficult to place in the recipient area if there are scars from microneedling. Should I avoid microneedling if I am planning a hair transplant in a year or two?
Hmm good question you know it now?
@@Silverpump No, still would like to know.
I been on oral finasteride for 1 year now. No side effects and good results.
Can i use minoxidil solution and finastride tablet 1mg together
Dr Linkov
Can I please get some advice . Back in October 2022 I started shedding alot of my hair .
After contemplating a hair transplant and watching many CZcams videos , I started to use hims topical finasteride and minoxidil . I was pleasantly surprised by the results the shedding stopped and hair started the regrow .
Downside less erections and low sexual desire . After one year, a trip to visit Thailand was made and I decided to to take a break from hims topical solution. Total break time was 1 month . Shedding started again :-( While in Thailand I was able to buy tablet minoxidil 5mg . I've watched many CZcams videos on minoxidil. So I started taking oral minoxidil December 2023 first dose was 1.25mg once daily . I upped doseage to 2.5mg after 2 weeks . No side effects except itchy scalp . I have also resumed the topical hims product. Your views please would be greatly appreciated.
Do I need to speak to my GP first If I'm already on meds?!
My friend has been on finasteride for 20 year plus. He says he has had zero side effects. Ive been on it for 2 years with zero side effect.👍
Man breast is the biggest fear
@@africasupreme3 bigger than being a baldcel?
Hi doc. When will your products be available in the UK?
It seems the prescription of topical finasteride is more often considered for establisihed side effects or patients worried about potential side effect Are there studies on combined topical finasteride and oral finasteride to determine if the topical agent augments the prevention of hair loss especially in patients who don't respond as well to 1 mg and don't want higher doses such or dutasteride.....
What if you to hardcore cardio while talking finasteride to the point that sweat is coming through your head? Is that not coming in contact with your hair follicle.
On which level of androgenic alopecia can I still save my hair using dermaroller, minoxidil and finasteride
How about oral fin and oral minoxdil
Dutasterides molecular weight is over 500 g/mol. Supposedly, it doesn’t go systematic like finasteride when taken topically. Therefore, less side effects. Is that accurate?
Hi Dr Gary! Can you do a plastic surgery analysis on Selena gomez? thank you!
Do you know if oral Finasteride lead to kidney issues?
Can you get topical finasteride in Europe from that site?
Unfortunately, I tried Hims topical solution with 6% Minoxidil and 0.3 finasteride, and I had a reaction on my skin, creating pink itching rashes all over my body, but specially on my face, neck and chest - it could be due to the propylene glycol that's present in the formula, but up to this day I do not have any answers from the Hims team, or a way to get a patch test, so the best solution is to see a dermatologist to provide the best solution.
From 2013-2020 I maintained hair well with generic oral finasteride and topical rogaine. After covid I stopped maintaining. I stayed on same protocol for 2 years still losing ground daily. In 2023 I switched to oral generic dutasteride and oral minoxidil (5mg)/day bit after a year, I'm still noticeably thinner and continue to lose ground. Since this protocol isn't working, I'm either going to switch to brand name oral Finasteride (brand Dut too expensive) or topical versions of both. Thoughts? Any input is appreciated.