28M 5MG MIN 0.5MG DUT - IGNORE NANCY REAGAN AND SAY A BIG FAT YES TO DRUGS Progress Pictures 4/18/2026
A 28-year-old male shares progress using 5mg Minoxidil and 0.5mg Dutasteride for hair growth, encouraging the use of these treatments. Users discuss side effects like increased facial hair and debate the effectiveness of treatments within three months.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Please Help! I’m 2x with Hair Loss, and been using Minoxidil but got side effect :((
A 25-year-old experiencing genetic hair loss used minoxidil, biotin, and cystine but stopped due to routine fatigue, leading to worsened hair loss and unwanted body hair growth. They are hesitant about finasteride due to potential side effects and are seeking advice on effective treatments.
community Body hair growth on finasteride
Finasteride can increase body and facial hair growth due to increased testosterone, despite its intended use to reduce hair loss on the scalp. Some users consider trying topical finasteride for less systemic impact, while others report mixed results and side effects.
community Dutasteride thins eyebrows and facial hair but doesn't stop scalp loss.
Dutasteride may not effectively stop scalp hair loss and can cause thinning of facial and body hair, including eyebrows. Users suggest considering other causes like autoimmune conditions or vitamin deficiencies and exploring treatments like finasteride or minoxidil.
community Oral Minoxidil - Multiple Facial Hair in One Follicle / Pili Multigemini Question
Oral minoxidil can cause multiple facial hairs to grow from one follicle, known as Pili Multigemini, leading to ingrown hairs and zits. Users report increased facial and body hair growth, with some experiencing fewer issues after switching to dutasteride.
community Anyone else’s beard took a huge hit on finasteride or dutasteride? Would minoxidl hepl?
The effects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hair loss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who have experienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.
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