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      What should i do? ideas? stressed-ish

      community What should i do? ideas? stressed-ish

      in General  106 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 44-year-old is experiencing rapid hair thinning after weight loss, despite using finasteride for two years. They have added minoxidil, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, derma stamping, and are considering PRP treatment while slowly introducing dutasteride.

      community Reversing 8 years of hairloss in 15 months!

      in Is this regrowth?  3616 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 32-year-old user reversed 8 years of hair loss in 15 months using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. The user reported significant hair regrowth, despite unconventional methods like ingesting topical minoxidil, and is considering a hair transplant for further improvement.

      community My story (31 years old - male)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced hair thinning and initially used topical minoxidil, then switched to finasteride, which caused significant shedding. He later adopted a regimen of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and anti-dandruff shampoo, leading to positive hair growth results, though he noted increased body hair as a side effect of oral minoxidil.

      community 20 to 21 how I fought hairloss for a year and my thoughts

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 21-year-old shared their one-year hair loss treatment journey, using finasteride, a multivitamin, cold water hair washes, peppermint and jojoba oil, zinc, iron, L-arginine, vitamin D, and ashwagandha. They advise seeing a doctor for finasteride, considering lifestyle changes before minoxidil, getting blood work, talking about the issue with friends, and sticking to a treatment plan for at least six months.

      community Hairline Progress 24M - 4 month report. 5% min 1x/day, 1mg Fin every other day, 0.5mm microneedle 1x/week. Biotin and multivitamins too. Pretty stoked with the results!

      in Progress Pictures  88 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 24-year-old man shared his 4-month hair regrowth progress using 5% Minoxidil once daily, 1mg Finasteride every other day, weekly 0.5mm microneedling, Biotin, and multivitamins. Commenters suggest adding Tretinoin could enhance results, while others express happiness for his improvement.
      Hairloss journey from 18 years of age

      community Hairloss journey from 18 years of age

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  236 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user began experiencing hair loss at 14 and is now starting treatment at 18 with a topical solution of 10% minoxidil-finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Oral finasteride was not recommended due to potential effects on growth, and microneedling will be considered after four months.

      community there's some improvement here?

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, showing improvement after starting finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil 5%, and microneedling. They are curious about their degree of baldness and why their hair has thinned.

      community We Are So Back. 10 Months Difference

      in Progress Pictures  1216 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth over 10 months by using 1.5mg oral finasteride and minoxidil daily, along with weekly derma stamping, after a previous hair transplant and initial thinning. The conversation highlights the importance of using DHT blockers post-transplant to maintain results.

      community 4.5 months on 1mg fin/6%min/2.5mg biotin hybrid progress

      in Is this regrowth?  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old male experienced hair regrowth after 4.5 months using a chewable treatment with 1mg finasteride, 6% minoxidil, and 2.5mg biotin, despite initial shedding and acne from accutane. Opinions on progress vary, with some noticing thicker hair and others seeing no difference or thinning.

      community Regrew my hair - 18 month update

      in Progress Pictures  2313 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user claimed significant hair regrowth over 18 months using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamping, and supplements without a transplant. Commenters were skeptical, suspecting a hair system might be involved.

      community An unusual case (progress or not?)

      in Is this regrowth?  25 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 43-year-old with a history of hair transplants and long-term finasteride use reports seeing hair regrowth after adding oral minoxidil, micro-needling, and resuming topical minoxidil. Users agree that the hair appears thicker and denser.

      community Hair (and eyebrow) regrowth journey (23 y/o). Around 1 year difference

      in Progress Pictures  114 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old shares their hair and eyebrow regrowth journey, attributing success to a routine involving Minoxidil, Dutasteride, vitamins, biotin, and fish oil, alongside improved lifestyle habits. They report no side effects from Dutasteride and minor itchiness from Minoxidil, noting significant improvements in appearance and satisfaction with the results.

      community [M25] My 2-year long plus (August 27, 2021 - October 28, 2023) odyssey warding off my thinning, balding, recessed, and greasy hair [Oral finasteride 1.25 mg daily; Topical liquid 5% minoxidil 1 ml daily; Nizoral with 2% ketoconazole 1x weekly]

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      A man struggled with hair loss from age 18, tried various methods without success, and finally sought medical help at 23. He was prescribed oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo, which after two years of consistent use, significantly improved his hair condition.
      16 advice on routine I’m beginning

      community 16 advice on routine I’m beginning

      in General  126 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and bald spots, using Nizoral, rosemary oil, fluocinolone, and receiving PRP treatments. They are considering oral minoxidil and finasteride but are hesitant due to age and financial constraints.

      community Early Hair Loss - Starting Fin (19M)

      in Finasteride  7 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 19-year-old experiencing early hair loss started using finasteride to address diffuse thinning, despite concerns about potential side effects. They also use T/Gel and OGX Thick and Full shampoo, and have a dermatologist appointment scheduled to explore possible allergies.
      From almost 0 to ?: A journey through hair regrowth - big 4

      community From almost 0 to ?: A journey through hair regrowth - big 4

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  100 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using a hair regrowth treatment plan that includes finasteride, microneedling, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and piroctone olamine shampoo. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness of their regimen and dosage of finasteride, and are curious about others' experiences with piroctone olamine.

      community Reversed hairloss, 20 month update

      in Is this regrowth?  3504 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user successfully regrew hair over 20 months using oral dutasteride and minoxidil, with no significant side effects. They are satisfied with the results but may consider a hair transplant for more density.

      community Hair thick enough to grow out???

      in Transplants  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user had a hair transplant 16 years ago and lost hair after stopping finasteride. They're now using a combination of treatments including oral dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, Pyrilutamide, and microneedling, and have seen improved density but are unsure if it's enough to grow their hair out. They also had a bad experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) and are considering redoing it.

      community 21m dut+min+ket (roughly) 1 year of progress

      in Progress Pictures  241 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. He noted improvements despite irregular application and mentioned that his hair is now thicker, with a previously bald spot completely gone.

      community Normal amount of hair to shed in the shower?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair shedding while using finasteride and topical minoxidil, with users sharing their experiences of losing 30-100 hairs daily in the shower. One user considers switching to dutasteride due to consistent shedding.

      community 1 year 1 month into fin, new regrowth

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user increased finasteride to 1mg daily, stopped using ketoconazole and pyrithione zinc shampoos, and started using regular pH balanced shampoo with tea tree oil, rosemary/peppermint oil, and microneedling. They are now seeing new hair regrowth at the hairline and temples.

      community 35M Just min 5%/Biotine 5000mcg 6 month.

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 35-year-old man used minoxidil 5% and biotin 5000 mcg for six months, resulting in significant hair regrowth. He experienced initial shedding but avoided finasteride due to potential side effects.

      community Is there any chance of improvement?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 19-year-old experiencing severe hair loss since 16 is using a treatment regimen of 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical solution, 3% procapil hair serum, and 0.5 mg dutasteride daily. They are concerned about the effectiveness and potential shedding phase, with advice suggesting noticeable changes in 6 to 8 months.

      community Min / Fin - M21 - 1.5 Year Update - Multiple Sheds

      in Update  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily, despite multiple shedding phases, and emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early and maintaining consistency. They advise against obsessing over online forums during shedding periods and recommend checking for scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and ensuring proper nutrition.