After using finasteride, did you notice an improvement in the hair shaft in terms of looking more “alive” and shiny? Finasteride/Dutasteride 1/23/2026
Finasteride users reported improvements in hair appearance, including increased thickness, shine, and darker color. Some users noticed their hair looked healthier and less sunburned after starting the treatment.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Why do most people on Reddit prefer finasteride over dutasteride?
Finasteride is favored for hair loss due to FDA approval, accessibility, and manageable side effects. Dutasteride, though more effective in reducing DHT, is used off-label and may have more side effects.
community I [19m] have been on finastride for almost 2 years and I am still receding
A 19-year-old male has been using finasteride and minoxidil for nearly two years but continues to experience hairline recession. He is considering switching to dutasteride and exploring options like hair systems and potential future hair transplants.
community I thought I’d be the perfect candidate for regrowth since I only had diffuse thinning on my crown. 9 months later of Oral Min and Fin and I’m worse off than when I started.
The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and topical minoxidil for nine months. They are considering switching to dutasteride and reducing ketoconazole shampoo due to its drying effects.
community How uninformed the general public is about hair loss
The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hair loss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.
community 8 years of Finasteride and Minoxidil (includes a photo)
User has used Finasteride, Minoxidil, and derma roller for 8 years to treat hair loss but is still losing the battle. Others suggest trying Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant.
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