Cosmetic treatments for androgenic alopecia

Hi all.

I was diagnosed with AGA earlier this year. Coping OK (it could be worse, right?!), and trying to make the most of what is available in terms of toppers and other cosmetic products. I tried using toppik but it made my head unbearably itchy and my ears and face started getting dry and itchy as well. Any other suggestions??

I am currently using minoxidil 5% and biotin supplements. Don't want to start on spiro because once you are on it, its hard to come off etc. 

Any suggestions would be much appreciated! or if anyone has had a breakthrough in terms of a treatment regime - also share!

Thanks

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Permalink Reply by Caligrl on August 18, 2014 at 10:14pm

I use Toppik,  It works for me but I have heard that others use something called Dermatch or something like that.  I also use a thickening shampoo that gives a lot of body to my hair that is made my a company called Jason.  I tried meds a long time ago but stopped because I was afraid of the side effects. 

Permalink Reply by Kirsty on August 19, 2014 at 10:32am

thanks for the reply. whats the name of the shampoo? is it prescription? i am using nizoril at the moment which makes my scalp feel cleaner but not sure its its doing anything else! yeh im really scared of meds. i think the risks outweigh the benefits at this stage...

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