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      community How to make topical finasteride at home

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user in Russia is trying to make topical finasteride at home using ethanol, finasteride tablets, water, and propylene glycol due to unavailability in their country. They are concerned about tablet residue and considering using isopropyl alcohol or adding finasteride to a hair growth lotion.

      community Small personal success with fin and microneedling

      in Chat  30 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 29-year-old man experienced significant hair thickening at the front and top after using finasteride and microneedling for two months, as noticed by his hairdresser. He used 0.5 mg/day of finasteride orally, switched to a topical solution, and performed microneedling with a Derminator2 every 6-7 days.

      community 40 year old, dut, 3.5 month result

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 40-year-old shared progress pictures showing results after 3.5 months of using dutasteride for hair loss. The conversation likely discusses this specific treatment and its effects on hair regrowth.

      community 2 year update: fin, min, and microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  84 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared a two-year update on hair loss treatment using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, noting significant progress after starting oral treatments and microneedling. They began treatment in early 2023 after noticing hair loss in late 2021.

      community Fin 3 Month Progress

      in Progress  17 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 23-year-old noticed crown thinning and started using 1.25mg finasteride, biotin supplements, biotin/collagen shampoo, and 1% nizoral shampoo. After 3 months, they reported improvement and side effects that subsided after 2 months.

      community Well here I am 3-4 years later.

      in Update  56 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone who has been taking finasteride for hair loss without success, considering switching to dutasteride or giving up treatment. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling, infrared therapy, multivitamins, and high-concentration topical solutions combining finasteride and dutasteride.

      community 3 month update. Slowly but surely.

      in Is this regrowth?  377 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 39-year-old male is experiencing hair regrowth after three months using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, dermastamping twice a month, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo weekly. He shares progress photos and receives encouragement and advice from others, noting some improvement and considering additional treatments but is limited by budget.

      community 3 months on a min/fin oral mix and feeling like a whole new person!

      in Progress Pictures  520 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a 3-month oral minoxidil and finasteride treatment from Hims, noting healthier hair and no significant side effects. Others in the conversation discussed their own experiences with similar treatments, costs, and additional methods like microneedling and topical minoxidil.

      community Back from the depths - 24M, big 3

      in Progress Pictures  70 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 24-year-old man saw hair loss improvement after 5 months using 1 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil nightly, weekly microneedling with a Dr. Pen A6 at 1.5mm, daily biotin (at least 10,000 mcg), and using a shampoo for thinning hair every other day. He experienced no side effects and confirmed his health with bloodwork.

      community Min month 1 vs month 3. Starting fin soon

      in Chat  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about a user who experienced hair growth after three months of using Minoxidil and plans to start Finasteride soon. The user is considering a hair transplant next year and is curious about the potential for further growth.

      community Dutasteride 3 and a half month update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  51 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and how they are affecting their density. Replies to the post suggest different hairstyles and hair transplant options, and provide encouragement for the original poster's situation.

      community (Serious) Updates and discussion, new treatments in development

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling are currently the best treatments for hair loss. New treatments like TDM-105795, GT20029, PP405, HMI 115, Tsuji, Scube 3, RU, JW0061, Topilutamide, and verteporfin show promise but have uncertain timelines.

      community Why did this recent research paper from professor Tsuji lab in Japan largely go unnoticed by this sub? Isn't this discovery huge? (hair cloning)

      in Research/Science  37 upvotes 3 months ago
      A recent discovery in hair cloning identified a previously unknown cell type essential for hair follicle growth, which could potentially make lab-grown hair viable if translated to humans. However, skepticism remains due to past delays and the challenges of replicating results in humans and making the process affordable.

      community Progress 1.25years M36 fin/min/ru

      in Progress Pictures  215 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 36-year-old man shared his 1.25-year progress using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, microneedling, nizoral, and LLLT for hair regrowth. He is thrilled with the results and considering a hair transplant for increased density.

      community The New, Improved CB-03-01/Setipiprant Group Buy

       26 upvotes 9 years ago
      The group buy for CB-03-01, a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, was postponed and refunded due to issues with the product's form and solubility. The product, also known as Breezula, is an alternative to finasteride with fewer side effects, but its official release is delayed until 2021.

      community 2 years on meds and micro- needling

      in Minoxidil  333 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling for two years, resulting in significant hair regrowth and plans for a 4000 graft hair transplant. The treatments have strengthened the donor area, making a hair transplant feasible.

      community Microneedling regime – frequency and depth

      in Microneedling  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      Microneedling frequency and depth, with suggested protocols involving 0.3mm every day before applying topical treatments like Minoxidil or Finasteride, and 0.5-1.5mm once or twice a month for wounding.

      community Is this the nuclear stack? Wanna go from NW3 to NW1 at the age of 23

      in Treatment  19 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is considering an extensive hair loss treatment regimen including oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, tretinoin, microneedling, keto shampoo, laser comb, and PRP injections. Suggestions include simplifying the routine, possibly increasing minoxidil dosage, and considering alternatives like RU58841, while cautioning against using estrogen due to potential side effects.

      community 4 Month Progress, 34 M- Minoxidil 5%+ Finasteride .2% liquid + Tretinoin 0.01% liquid - Once a day + Dermaroller once a week. Picture in the comments as well.

      in Is this regrowth?  39 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 34-year-old male shares his 4-month progress using Minoxidil 5%, Finasteride 0.2% liquid, Tretinoin 0.01% liquid, and a dermaroller once a week for hair regrowth, reporting no side effects and noticing baby hairs on the crown. He prefers topical treatments over oral Finasteride and is optimistic about further progress.

      community Progress from Jan-June this year

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 2 years ago
      User shared progress using topical Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6% daily since January, noting some improvement and no side effects. Considering adding derma rolling for better results.

      community Microneedling. What is your approach?

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about using microneedling for hair loss treatment, including questions on disinfection and post-treatment care. The user mentions using oral minoxidil and finasteride, and considering dutasteride.

      community 23m asian progress - minoxidil + micro + vitamin

      in Progress Pictures  38 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 23-year-old Asian male shared progress pictures after 3 months of using minoxidil, microneedling for 1.5 years, and taking vitamin supplements. Replies suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for long-term hair maintenance.

      community Verteporfin being used anywhere?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Verteporfin is being explored for hair regeneration, with unofficial trials and updates shared online. Efforts are being made to encourage more surgeons to trial verteporfin for donor hair regeneration.