A 32-year-old is seeing positive hair regrowth after nearly three months using finasteride, oral and liquid minoxidil, and microneedling, and plans to add RU58841. They are considering switching to dutasteride and possibly a hair transplant in the future.
The user shared progress after six months using a topical mix of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, reporting significant hair regrowth with minimal side effects. The product used is a spray from Hims, applied to the crown before bed.
A user shared their positive experience 12 months after a hair transplant with 4052 grafts and 10130 hairs, using finasteride, red light therapy, B12, biotin, and rosemary oil. They are satisfied with the results and recommend these treatments.
28M shares hair transplant results 6 months after 3633 grafts via FUE by Dr. Rahal in Ottawa, costing ~$24k CAD. Users discuss the impressive results, procedure experience, and cost breakdown.
KX-826 is undergoing Phase III trials in China as a potential treatment for male pattern baldness, with some users considering it as an alternative or addition to finasteride and dutasteride. Opinions on its effectiveness vary, with some users reporting positive results and others finding it expensive and ineffective.
A 31-year-old male has been using 1 mg oral finasteride and topical Kirkland minoxidil foam for three months, along with occasional dermastamping and Nizoral shampoo. He plans to be more consistent with dermastamping.
The user feels hopeless about hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, and having a hair transplant. They are advised to maintain consistency in treatment, consider increasing dutasteride dosage, and explore topical solutions for better results.
A user shared their experience using 5% minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride daily, and weekly derma stamping for hair loss, noting no crown thinning but front diffuse thinning and hairline issues. They experienced fewer side effects on 0.5 mg finasteride but returned to 1 mg, and did not experience shedding after starting treatment.
A user shared their hair loss journey, using finasteride since age 18 and adding dutasteride at 30, which halted hair loss and promoted regrowth. They take finasteride daily and dutasteride three times a week, experiencing reduced libido and drier skin as side effects.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some users finding no improvement and experiencing side effects. It also mentions the use of RU58841 and topical minoxidil, highlighting that hair sensitivity to DHT varies among individuals.
A 24-year-old male has been using 0.1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily for four months, added dermarolling and topical dutasteride, and sees hair regrowth, improving from a Norwood scale 4a to 3a. He wants to optimize his hair loss treatment routine.
The user experienced increased hair thinning after switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, despite some users suggesting it might be a temporary shedding phase. The user is considering using RU58841 but is unsure about its safety.
The user shared progress pictures after three months of using 1mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, along with weekly keto shampoo. They noted thicker, healthier hair overall, with significant progress at the crown despite initial shedding.
GHK-CU is not considered as effective for hair loss as finasteride, minoxidil, or RU58841, with many users reporting minimal benefits. Some users experienced skin improvements, but its impact on hair is debated and often attributed to concurrent use of other treatments.
Pyrilutamide is being discussed as an alternative for those who can't use finasteride, but users report it may be ineffective at low concentrations. Some users are combining it with minoxidil, microneedling, and other treatments, but results vary.
Pyrilutamide from RUdirect is discussed, with users sharing experiences and alternative sources like Koshinemall. Users mention using treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, and dutasteride for hair loss.
A 44-year-old man has been using finasteride 1mg daily and minoxidil 5% foam for 19 months to address hair loss, with mixed results and continued shedding. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant for better cosmetic density.
User shared 8-month progress using Fin, Min, RU daily and Nizoral twice a week for hair loss. Experienced shedding, but saw improvement and gained hope.
The conversation discusses using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, focusing on the crown and mid-scalp areas. The user is optimistic about seeing results in 3 to 6 months.
The user reported significant improvement in hair thickness and color in the crown area after 3 months on Dutasteride 2.5 mg and oral Minoxidil 5 mg, with temporary side effects that resolved. They switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride due to lack of results with the former.
A 19-year-old is experiencing diffuse thinning and has been on finasteride for 6 months, noticing a slower but still concerning rate of hair loss. They started taking 0.5mg of dutasteride once a week in addition to 1.25mg of finasteride on other days and are seeking advice on this treatment approach.
A user shared their 3-year experience using finasteride for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They are now starting dutasteride and plan to update on progress in a year.
Choosing between two hair loss treatments, with a preference for a higher concentration of RU58841 and 5% minoxidil, avoiding oils like castor and argan that may hinder absorption.
A 26-year-old user shared their 3-month progress using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They experienced side effects like reduced libido and brain fog at higher doses and adjusted their dosage to manage these effects.
The user experienced significant hair loss after stopping a treatment of 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride, which they had used from December 2021 to January 2024. They resumed the treatment in April 2025, hoping for regrowth, and are considering additional treatments like transplants and steroid injections.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride/minoxidil and oral minoxidil/dutasteride, with some mild side effects that diminished over time. They plan to add microneedling to their regimen and have seen hair shedding cycles every six months, followed by thicker regrowth.
A 30-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil inconsistently for hair regrowth, noticing recent progress and considering switching to dutasteride. Users advise continuing the current regimen for at least two years before considering dutasteride, as finasteride and minoxidil are showing positive results.
The conversation is about alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including fluridil, oral minoxidil, alfatradiol, and cb-03-01. Concerns about finasteride's side effects, including potential breast cancer risk, are also discussed.