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      community Best available SARD right now?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering RU58841 and has been using dutasteride since age 17. They are seeking affordable SARD options, mentioning ASC-J9, GT20029, and AH001.

      community Thoughts on 5% Topical Minoxidil with 0.01% Tretinoin serum

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using a 5% Topical Minoxidil with 0.01% Tretinoin serum for hair loss, noting its lack of propylene glycol to avoid itchiness and greasiness. Users share experiences with different Minoxidil formulations and discuss the effectiveness and stability of Tretinoin in various forms.

      community I have been on finasteride for 9 months. (6 months on 0.25 mg, 3 months into 0.5 mg daily) here are the progress pictures.

      in Progress Pictures  273 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 9 months on finasteride, starting with 0.25 mg and increasing to 0.5 mg daily, noting improved hair density, especially at the crown, with initial side effects that resolved after the first month. The discussion includes user experiences with finasteride, concerns about side effects, and alternative treatments like rosemary oil and platelet-rich plasma therapy.

      community Bee venom better than minoxidil?

      in Research/Science  1061 upvotes 6 months ago
      Bee venom at 0.001% concentration was more effective than 2% minoxidil in promoting hair growth in mice, possibly due to increased growth factors and reduced inflammation. Caution is advised due to potential allergic reactions and the reliance on animal data.

      community Sucess story for you guys, pics are 10+ years apart.

      in Progress Pictures  311 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a success story showing hair regrowth over 10 years, attributing it to quitting creatine and taking 0.5mg finasteride. Some commenters were skeptical about creatine's impact, while others inquired about side effects, and the original poster reported no negative effects from finasteride.

      community 1 year of treatment + frontal transplant = life-changing results.

      in Progress Pictures  718 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 30-year-old shared their successful hair restoration journey using a combination of liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, vitamins, and a second hair transplant in Greece, resulting in life-changing improvements without side effects. The user emphasized the importance of proper research for hair transplant clinics and expressed gratitude for finding an effective treatment protocol.

      community Why isnt topical fin talked about more?

      in Chat  44 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical finasteride is less popular due to inconvenience, cost, and availability, while oral finasteride is favored for ease and safety. Some users experience side effects with topical use, but find it effective with minoxidil, though opinions on its efficacy vary.

      community Ru58841 long term users efficacy

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 1 month ago
      RU58841 is effective for long-term hair loss treatment, often used with finasteride or dutasteride for better results. Users report varying experiences with side effects and effectiveness, with some noting improvements and others experiencing shedding or needing to adjust dosages.

      community GT20029 Phase 2 results are out

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 6 months ago
      GT20029 shows promising results for hair loss treatment, with potential approval in China by 2026 or 2027, but U.S. approval may take longer. It could serve as an alternative to finasteride, with a potentially better side effect profile.

      community Fucking hell (Easter)

      in Chat  459 upvotes 5 years ago
      User hears aunt's comment on hair loss during Easter gathering. Others discuss handling rude comments and share experiences with hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community 4 month topical fin/min progress pics

      in Progress Pictures  619 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 4 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with dermastamping and biotin supplements, without side effects. They are not considering a hair transplant due to the success of this regimen.

      community Finally regrowth on the crown of my head after five years and switch to Dut!

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      After five years of no progress with hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, a person switched to a combination of topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and hydrocortisone in November 2023 and finally saw results. They had previously experienced side effects like gynecomastia from finasteride.

      community Hair regrowth Journey, 5% Minoxidil 1% Finasteride

      in Minoxidil  368 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about a user's regrowth journey using 5% Minoxidil and 1% Finasteride, with positive results after 2 months. Other users offered support or shared their experiences with hair loss treatments.

      community 1 year progress - fin only 1.25 daily

      in Progress Pictures  146 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's one-year hair regrowth progress using 1.25mg of finasteride daily. Users are asking about the timeline of visible progress, the user's age, and whether they experienced shedding.

      community Had a son while being on FIN, MUST READ

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  619 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared his experience of having two healthy children while continuously using finasteride (Fin) for hair loss, challenging fears about its potential impact on fetal development. The discussion that followed included various perspectives, with some users sharing similar experiences, others expressing concerns about potential risks, and some emphasizing the need for more substantial evidence before drawing conclusions.

      community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

      in Research/Science  81 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.

      community Creatine's effect on Hair Loss and DHT

      in Research/Science  101 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old male managed to control his hair loss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hair loss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.

      community 2years finasteride +3months minox+dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  1112 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user's progress with hair loss treatments over the past two years, including finasteride, minoxodil and dermarolling. Replies included speculations about whether or not this was the result of a hair transplant. The user confirmed that it was just meds.

      community If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next?

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 5 months ago
      Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.

      community I'm sad I now lost enough hair I can only hide with a hat now

      in Chat  102 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss and considering treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and possibly a hair transplant. Others share their experiences with finasteride, scalp micropigmentation, and hair transplants, discussing the emotional impact and offering support.

      community 23M Couldn’t go bald for fear of my Girlfriend leaving me.

      in Is this regrowth?  1093 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 23-year-old man uses a topical spray with minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair loss, experiencing improved hair growth but occasional heart palpitations. He worries his girlfriend might leave him if he goes bald, but commenters advise that if she would leave over hair loss, she isn't worth it.

      community 20yo, dutasteride and minoxidil aren’t working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old reports worsening hair loss despite using dutasteride and minoxidil, and considers a hair transplant. Users suggest continuing treatments, trying microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, switching to finasteride, or adding tretinoin.