Does scalp regrowth lag behind? Finasteride/Dutasteride 4/23/2026
The user experienced significant regrowth in the crown and hairline using 1.25mg finasteride daily for 13 months but noticed thinner scalp density. Suggestions included adding topical minoxidil or 0.5mg dutasteride, as scalp regrowth may lag behind other areas.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to work in the scalp. Not weeks. Be careful.
Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to affect scalp DHT levels, not just a week. The prostate absorbs Dutasteride faster than the scalp due to different vascular networks and enzyme densities.
community Regrowth happens slowly the same as hair loss you don’t notice it until it’s already happened
Minoxidil and finasteride together can lead to significant hair regrowth, often noticed gradually over time. Consistent use without stress is key, and while minoxidil helps regrow hair, finasteride prevents further loss.
community 4 months after adding topical finasteride + melatonin, and switching from dermaroller to dr. Pen
A user's experience using topical finasteride and melatonin to regrow hair, as well as their use of dermaroller versus dr. Pen for microneedling. People discussed the benefits of oral minoxidil and questioned if melatonin could help with hair regrowth.
community Does this look like hair regrowth at all?
The conversation is about hair regrowth, with the original poster using natural oils and supplements like pumpkin seed, saw palmetto, and zinc, while considering pharmaceutical options like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Most users suggest using finasteride or dutasteride for effective results, as natural remedies are seen as ineffective.
community Does regrowth always start as thin hairs? Do hairs thicken as they grow or do they need to shed and then come back to get thicker?
Hair regrowth can start as thin hairs that may thicken over time, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil showing varied results. Some users report initial shedding followed by thicker regrowth, while others experience mixed outcomes in different areas.
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