Very Impressive Dermarolling And Minxodil Results - From Tressless
Well, thanks for the feedback! 
You really think so? Great to hear this from the guy who had some of the most incredible results on this thread so far.
Good to hear that you’re having progress as well! My hairline is my main problem area, but overall I think I am losing much less hair now then 2 month ago, so it seems that my crown is at least maintaining for now.
Great to hear, thanks.
I try not to be too optimistic, but it seems like thngs are slowly heading in the right direction for now and I hope there is more to come in the future (still not hit the 3 month mark yet). I really want to see how far I can come without minoxidil before starting with it to boost my results to the next level. I also started Vitamin D3 and K2 supplements today, so lets see what that‘s going to do to my scalp (It‘s actually quite possible that I have at least a slight Vitamin D deficiency)
You really think so? Great to hear this from the guy who had some of the most incredible results on this thread so far.
Good to hear that you’re having progress as well! My hairline is my main problem area, but overall I think I am losing much less hair now then 2 month ago, so it seems that my crown is at least maintaining for now.
Great to hear, thanks.
I try not to be too optimistic, but it seems like thngs are slowly heading in the right direction for now and I hope there is more to come in the future (still not hit the 3 month mark yet). I really want to see how far I can come without minoxidil before starting with it to boost my results to the next level. I also started Vitamin D3 and K2 supplements today, so lets see what that‘s going to do to my scalp
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f*** that scalp up son
So as promised, I have some new pictures for you. Marked two significant points, in red circle a pigmentation mark, the green arrow shows one of my stubborn hairs at my hairline. Started needling after the second picture. You can see my regimen in benjt2 survey thread.
I think my hairline is slowly closing in from the sides, but it is still very slow!!
That's regrowth. IMO it is too much of a difference to write off as mistaken observations or hair cycle fluctuations.
If you went into a transplant clinic and asked for that much of a change, on the hairline, on both sides, they would call it a couple hundred grafts.
If you have gotten that result without any recent additions of finasteride/dutasteride or minoxidil within the last 6-12 months, then that's very encouraging for the microneedling concept in general.
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Any other diffuse thinner here who is considering SMP for extra density?
I'm using rubbing alchohol. No problems, 2 sessions in. 3rd tomorrow
They sprouted from using minoxidil and haven't gone terminal? I've started to get many dark and light hairs along my hairline since starting minoxidil 3 months ago but not sure if that's it. Is this the end of the line? I read that they take about a year to become grown up. If they don't get longer that would be lame
Yes I am considering it....
For anyone who is experiencing shedding a month or two in I encourage you to NOT give up! My hair looked noticeably worse 2 months into dermarolling and I freaked out. Decided to stick it out and now almost 3.5 months in of weekly rolling my hair looks better than it ever has! Every week my hairline is sprouting NEW hair that I haven’t seen since my early twenties. My crown is the most stubborn at the moment, but I’m just now starting to see improvement in that area. It’s so odd that my temple areas have responded so quickly with this treatment when nothing I have tried prior has EVER worked in these areas.
I can just only hope 8-12 months in with this type of progress I can be back to a NW2. I currently use minoxidil in combination with the rolling and I do apply it after every session.
Guys, stay diligent with the treatment. Wear a hat for the inbetween stages and hopefully you’ll continue to see progress.
I can just only hope 8-12 months in with this type of progress I can be back to a NW2. I currently use minoxidil in combination with the rolling and I do apply it after every session.
Guys, stay diligent with the treatment. Wear a hat for the inbetween stages and hopefully you’ll continue to see progress.
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Didn't get to use the Derminator2 today because people came over and that sh*t is loud as f***. Tomorrow will have the day to myself so will do my weekly session which is two days late. Still zero shedding.
Hair looking healthier after I started Omega 3s from algae oil (500mg total of combined EPA + DHA), B12 drops, liquid Biotin, and D3+K2.
Also have been taking Collagen Peptides with matcha green tea as well as turmeric before bed for extreme relaxation. I'm pretty sure the collagen peptides + Biotin have made my eyelashes grow like crazy.
Anyway, hair is looking healthy so will post a mini update:
2 months ago
now
Also, PS, I do think the Collagen Peptides is a good addition to one's lifestyle. I take it essentially as a form of protein, since I cannot really tolerate other protein powders (whey/casein are disgusting and most vegan protein powders taste like sh*t)... collagen peptides have a really pleasant, understated taste and seeing as how I don't eat any red meat or chicken in my diet, this is a nice little boost (I guess I lose my vegan card now, lol, still plant-based for the most part).
I will post links to the supplements I use and the amounts just in case anyone is interested since I can foresee people are going to ask:
1) Collagen Peptides (just one tbsp daily with any milk of your choice): https://www.amazon.com/Collagen-Mat...1752&sr=8-6&keywords=collagen+peptides+matcha
I bought it at a local chain store for like 12 dollars. If you live in Canada and know what Marshall's is (lol) they have tons of affordable collagen peptide powders.
2) B12 drops: https://www.amazon.com/Sublingual-V...d=1549691858&sr=8-3&keywords=b12+cherry+drops
Take 3 drops in the morning. This will last you like more than six months. Also, I prefer sublingual drop supplements because of the faster absorption and because I don't wanna put my liver through the burden of having to deal with all the fillers/binders/inactive ingredients in capsules/tablets.
3) Biotin drops: https://www.amazon.com/Strength-100...8&qid=1549691956&sr=8-3&keywords=biotin+drops
This thing will also last you forever by taking just 3-4 drops daily (around 4,000mcg)
4) Omega 3s from Algae oil: https://www.amazon.com/Natures-Way-...UTF8&qid=1549692056&sr=8-2&keywords=nutravege
Just 1 tsp daily. It tastes really good and slightly sweet, and no algae burps.
5) D3+K2: https://www.amazon.com/Vegan-Spectr...F8&qid=1549692100&sr=8-3&keywords=d3+k2+drops
These are all the supplements I take mostly because I live in a cold/sunless place and am plant-based, so can't really get them through my diet. Like today for example, there were only like 3 hours of sunlight and I wasn't even outside for them lol
Anyway, good luck with microneedling
Hair looking healthier after I started Omega 3s from algae oil (500mg total of combined EPA + DHA), B12 drops, liquid Biotin, and D3+K2.
Also have been taking Collagen Peptides with matcha green tea as well as turmeric before bed for extreme relaxation. I'm pretty sure the collagen peptides + Biotin have made my eyelashes grow like crazy.
Anyway, hair is looking healthy so will post a mini update:
2 months ago
now
Also, PS, I do think the Collagen Peptides is a good addition to one's lifestyle. I take it essentially as a form of protein, since I cannot really tolerate other protein powders (whey/casein are disgusting and most vegan protein powders taste like sh*t)... collagen peptides have a really pleasant, understated taste and seeing as how I don't eat any red meat or chicken in my diet, this is a nice little boost (I guess I lose my vegan card now, lol, still plant-based for the most part).
I will post links to the supplements I use and the amounts just in case anyone is interested since I can foresee people are going to ask:
1) Collagen Peptides (just one tbsp daily with any milk of your choice): https://www.amazon.com/Collagen-Mat...1752&sr=8-6&keywords=collagen+peptides+matcha
I bought it at a local chain store for like 12 dollars. If you live in Canada and know what Marshall's is (lol) they have tons of affordable collagen peptide powders.
2) B12 drops: https://www.amazon.com/Sublingual-V...d=1549691858&sr=8-3&keywords=b12+cherry+drops
Take 3 drops in the morning. This will last you like more than six months. Also, I prefer sublingual drop supplements because of the faster absorption and because I don't wanna put my liver through the burden of having to deal with all the fillers/binders/inactive ingredients in capsules/tablets.
3) Biotin drops: https://www.amazon.com/Strength-100...8&qid=1549691956&sr=8-3&keywords=biotin+drops
This thing will also last you forever by taking just 3-4 drops daily (around 4,000mcg)
4) Omega 3s from Algae oil: https://www.amazon.com/Natures-Way-...UTF8&qid=1549692056&sr=8-2&keywords=nutravege
Just 1 tsp daily. It tastes really good and slightly sweet, and no algae burps.
5) D3+K2: https://www.amazon.com/Vegan-Spectr...F8&qid=1549692100&sr=8-3&keywords=d3+k2+drops
These are all the supplements I take mostly because I live in a cold/sunless place and am plant-based, so can't really get them through my diet. Like today for example, there were only like 3 hours of sunlight and I wasn't even outside for them lol
Anyway, good luck with microneedling
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In the first picture:
Is your hair about the same length? Obvious regrowth, and you show no signs of hairloss now.
Sorry for asking but how often are you applying Minoxidil ? Sorry if you answered this a hundred times already.
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I apply Lipogaine (minoxidil) once daily, at night.In the first picture:
Is your hair about the same length? Obvious regrowth, and you show no signs of hairloss now.
Sorry for asking but how often are you applying Minoxidil ? Sorry if you answered this a hundred times already.
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Hey Layabout, does the Derminator get stuck in your hair when you do it? I just had my third session with wet hair (9 needle cartridge, medium speed 1.5mm depth), and every time I have to lift it up and down all the time to stop it getting stuck when you move it around...I also didn't really get any redness, although there were a couple of marks/blood droplets...Hope it's working
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Never. I do fast speed, too. My hair is not that long now though, maybe when it is longer this will be an issue. I don't derminate with wet hair, Ilet it dry after the shower and then do the session when it's fully dry.Hey Layabout, does the Derminator get stuck in your hair when you do it? I just had my third session with wet hair (9 needle cartridge, medium speed 1.5mm depth), and every time I have to lift it up and down all the time to stop it getting stuck when you move it around...I also didn't really get any redness, although there were a couple of marks/blood droplets...Hope it's working
Ok thanks, maybe I'll try fast and on dry hair, and see if that helps. I can hardly move it around at all, even on the thinnest areas. Your hair looks really thick so I thought it might be an issue for you. Whatever you're doing, it's sure as hell working!
ryan r
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EXTRA density....as in your hair would look fuller if you got the pigmentation, then grow your hair out and you look less diffused? I thought it was for guys who are rocking the shaved look and now can have a 5 o clock shadow on their heads
ryan r
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I can never tell if its actually you in your pictures. You zoom in so much, cant tell if its the same skull or whatever lol. If the results are legit, then its freaking epic.
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Fast speed derm2 seems scary at first its loud and feels like it wrecking you up lol but you get use to it real quick i have long hair i move in straight lines in the thick areas