How I managed to reduce my hair shedding (in only a month, after 10 years!) Progress Pictures 4/1/2026
Using spirulina and chlorella to boost ferritin and iron levels reduced hair shedding by more than half in a month. The user found these natural supplements more effective than regular iron tablets for hair growth.
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5 / 29 resultscommunity 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 3 months progress with Finasteride 0.5mg/daily, Minoxidil foam5% 2x daily, Stemoxydine 2x daily, Microneedling(M8) 1.5mm 1x per week, Saw Palmetto 400mg/day, peppermint and jojoba oils daily, Ketoconazole 2% shampoo 3x/week, Purador shampoo/conditioner every day.
Jordan-Iliad has been using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, saw palmetto, peppermint and jojoba oils, ketoconazole shampoo, and Purador shampoo/conditioner for 3 months to treat their hair loss with stunning results. They have also recently started taking oral minoxidil 1.25mg/day in hopes of achieving even better results over the next 3 months.
community In both photo the left is before and the right is after …….2.5 dermarolling / peppermint essential oil/ rosemary carrier oil/ fin / dut / biotin 5mg / protein 50 g per day/ vitamin e evion 400 / spirulina 6000mg / fish oil 1000mg per day …..no min
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using dermarolling, peppermint essential oil, rosemary carrier oil, finasteride, dutasteride, biotin, vitamin E, spirulina, fish oil, and a protein-rich diet. The oral versions of finasteride and dutasteride were noted as more effective.
community Not smoking/vaping made a world of difference
Quitting smoking and vaping, along with taking spirulina, improved hair thickness for some users. Others noted that smoking, vaping, and drinking may contribute to hair thinning.
community Seeking Advice on Overcoming Fear of Reinstating Finasteride After PFS Concerns
The user is anxious about potential side effects of finasteride, particularly PFS, and is considering reinstating it for hair loss treatment. They experienced anxiety-induced side effects previously and are seeking advice on overcoming their fear of restarting finasteride.
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