Brothers, I need your advice.

[Norwaw]

Hello all,

This is my first post but I'll try to keep it brief. I started noticing my receding hairline at the age of 19, and at 20 began taking finasteride. I was on it for 7 years, and now at age 27 I've stopped due to side effects. Although they weren't major sides, I have found that just as my age has increased, my concern has also grown. I understand that fin is the best thing on the market at the moment, but I don't wish to continue with it.

After lurking on this forum for a number of years, I need your help!

I'm currently at a NW2, and can hide my hairline with a tactical hair style and a bit (lots and lots) of hairspray. Here are my questions:

1. What is the best way to (attempt to) maintain what I currently have?

2. Would it be sensible for me to use minoxidil on seemingly healthy hair for maintenance?

3. Is Nizoral 1% effective or should I go for the prescription 2%?

4. Is there anything else that can be used on existing hair to keep the effects of that nasty DHT at bay? Dermarolling, scalp massage, laser comb etc.

Many thanks in advance.