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      (M34) Nine Month Progress Update

      community (M34) Nine Month Progress Update

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old male shares a nine-month update on hair loss treatment using 1.25mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil 5-7 times a week, and 1% ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. He reports stopping diffuse thinning and regaining crown density, though his hairline may require a transplant.

      community [25M] - Aproximately 4 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old from Argentina shared approximately four months of hair loss progress using ketoconazole shampoo, finasteride, minoxidil, and PRP therapy. The treatment appears to be part of a regimen recommended by a hair loss clinic.

      community 16 months or so. Back from the dead. Age 41

      in Progress Pictures  555 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 16-month hair regrowth progress using oral and topical minoxidil, dutasteride, derma rolling, and occasional keto shampoo. The conversation includes positive reactions and jokes about their impressive results.

      community Second shedding phase after 6 months? Should I worry?

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old started using minoxidil, rosemary oil, Alpecin caffeine shampoos, scalp massager, derma rollers, and supplements for hair regrowth, seeing significant improvement initially. However, after 6 months, they noticed increased shedding and thinning, causing concern about whether this is normal or indicative of a problem.

      community 8 months fin 3 months min update

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 8 months and minoxidil for 3 months, experiencing minor regrowth at the temples but overall worse hair loss, with constant shedding and itching. They are concerned about thinning on the sides and nape, questioning if it's diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and seeking advice on what to do next.

      community From n5 to n3 going n2 , 1 year 2mos progress

      in Progress Pictures  373 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user improved their hair loss from stage 5 to stage 3 using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and a Dermapen. They saw results after 6 months, experienced a shedding phase, then saw more gains, advising others not to be discouraged during the shedding phase.

      community Terminal hairs growing in, but derm still says I’m going to go bald in the years to come??

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitamin D experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.

      community This guy loses all transplanted hair?!

      in Transplants  160 upvotes 2 years ago
      A man lost his transplanted hair despite using minoxidil because he wasn't on a DHT blocker like finasteride, which is essential to prevent further hair loss. The conversation emphasizes that hair transplants are not a cure and require maintenance with medications to preserve results.

      community How common is serious regrowth for people 35yrs old and up?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 9 months ago
      Regrowth is more likely if hair follicles are still alive, regardless of age, but younger individuals often see better results due to early intervention. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling can help, but results vary based on individual factors such as the presence of miniaturized hairs and the speed of treatment initiation.

      community Aggressive minoxidil shed post HT +8 months

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding and dryness after starting minoxidil 8 months post-hair transplant, despite using finasteride and oils like castor and pumpkin seed oil. They expressed concern over the loss of density and the appearance of a failed transplant.

      community 25M | 10 years of gradual hair loss | Minoxidil user | Looking for input on treatment optimization before HT

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 25-year-old male with 10 years of hair loss is using minoxidil and considering adding finasteride or dutasteride, possibly with microneedling, to improve hair regrowth before a hair transplant. Community members suggest starting a DHT blocker immediately, considering oral minoxidil, and addressing low vitamin D and HDL levels.

      community One Year of Progress - 4/1/25 to 3/18/26

      in Progress Pictures  327 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 30-year-old shared their one-year hair regrowth progress using 5% topical minoxidil, 5 mg oral minoxidil, 1 mg finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and bi-weekly microneedling. Users discussed the effectiveness of these treatments, with some noting shedding as a temporary phase before stronger regrowth.

      community 6 month update - 3200 FUE grafts, oral fin/min, keto shampoo, biotin

      in Progress Pictures  300 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 6-month hair loss treatment progress, which included 3200 FUE grafts, oral finasteride and minoxidil, keto shampoo, and biotin. The user also mentioned micro needling their temples for further growth and plans to observe the effects of finasteride and minoxidil over the next 6-12 months.

      community Feedback on My Multi-Step Hair Loss Strategy at Age 27

      in Basic Questions  177 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is considering continuing minoxidil and microneedling, possibly adding low-dose topical finasteride, and undergoing a large FUE hair transplant to improve hair appearance. They plan to use hair fibers for added density, aiming for a convincing cosmetic look rather than full density.

      community 14 months later after doing something about my hair.

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 30-year-old started hair loss treatment in September 2022 with oral Minoxidil and Finasteride, then switched to a spray version in June 2023. They also improved their diet, exercised, used biotin shampoo daily, and micro needled weekly, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth.

      community Exact 1 year progress. Similar hair length.

      in Progress Pictures  278 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's one-year progress in treating hair loss. The user used 1 mg of finasteride daily, foam minoxidil once daily, and 1% ketoconazole shampoo 3-4 times a week. The conclusion is that patience and consistency are important in treating hair loss.

      community 17M 4 Month Update (Old Threads On Profile)

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 17-year-old male has experienced significant hair loss within 4 months, noticing scalp visibility constantly. He's used ketoconazole shampoo, and his dermatologist recommends minoxidil and finasteride when he turns 18, but he's considering shaving his head due to the rapid hair loss.

      community Before and after, 1mg fin 0.5min

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared their positive experience with hair loss treatment using 1mg finasteride, 0.5mg minoxidil, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, and a thickening shampoo, noting significant progress and minimal side effects. They emphasized the importance of trying treatments despite initial shedding and shared their routine for managing frizzy hair.

      community 18-year progress pics. Fin only.

      in Progress Pictures  419 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.

      community Been on fin and min for four months (Male -19)

      in Is this regrowth?  17 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 19-year-old male is experiencing positive hair regrowth results after four months of using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin. Others express admiration and share their own experiences with hair loss treatments.

      community Combined treatment results of a little over a year.

      in Treatment  652 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced rapid hair loss and successfully regrew hair using minoxidil daily and finasteride 0.5mg every other day, along with lifestyle changes. They reported significant improvement after initial setbacks and emphasized the importance of starting treatment early.

      community 28M Started Balding when I was 20 years old.

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old male started balding at 20 and has been using Bosley Shampoo, minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and exosomes/PRP treatments. He also underwent scalp micropigmentation to hide thinning hair and is seeking feedback on regrowth progress.