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      community Is shedding a good sign for antiandrogens?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Shedding may indicate potential regrowth when using KX-826, similar to Minoxidil and finasteride. Users report improved hair quality and minor side effects like slight headaches.

      community Fuzzy Feeling To Scalp?

      in General  60 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been taking oral finasteride for 2 months, experiencing more hair loss but noticing some fuzzy hair growth on the scalp. They are questioning if this new hair growth is significant.

      community Oral minoxidil gives hair everywhere except scalp,plss help

      in Minoxidil  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is causing body hair growth but not improving scalp hair, despite using dutasteride and finasteride. Users suggest waiting longer for results, checking vitamin levels, and considering additional treatments like topical minoxidil, dermarolling, and supplements.

      community Something I misunderstood about hair loss for a long time

      in Chat  176 upvotes 6 months ago
      Hair follicles often go dormant rather than die, and treatments like minoxidil can help revive them. Scalp health and stimulation, such as massages and using products like sulphur soap, are also important for hair regrowth.

      community Hair fibers look like dandruff

      in Female  5 upvotes 7 months ago
      A woman using minoxidil for hair loss is trying hair fibers but finds they look like dandruff. Suggestions include using pomade, Derm Match, matte eye shadow, mascara, and spray applicators for a more natural look.

      community 22F. Should I even bother getting a biopsy? Is there any point?

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      A woman who has been experiencing hair loss for several years, and her question of whether there is any benefit to getting a biopsy to check if it's AGA or diffuse alopecia areata when no cure or very effective treatment exists. Treatments such as spironolactone and Minoxidil/finasteride/RU58841 have previously been discussed.

      community The "I just want hair until im 30" cope.

      in Chat  220 upvotes 1 year ago
      Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hair loss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.

      community Shaved at 21, time for me to move on after very little improvement from meds.

      in Shaved/buzzed  54 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been experiencing hair loss since the age of 16 and has tried various treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and keto 2%. Despite these efforts, there has been little improvement in hair growth. The user is considering other options such as dutasteride, perilutimide, or a hair transplant in the future, but for now, they are accepting the shaved look and focusing on personal growth and school.

      community Oxytocin, empathy, hair, and cinnamon

      in General  138 upvotes 1 year ago
      Low oxytocin levels in hair are linked to reduced empathy and may affect hair growth. Cinnamic acid can promote hair growth by activating oxytocin receptors.

      community If you gentlemen are balding like myself, I encourage you to try shaving.

      in Shaved/buzzed  1608 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user encouraged others experiencing hair loss to try shaving their heads, sharing their own positive experience despite briefly using finasteride and natural methods. Responses were mixed, with some supporting the decision and others suggesting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while many commented on the appearance changes.

      community Can a THICK and DENSE beard partially compensate esthetically MPB

      in Styling  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss is using minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo but had to stop finasteride due to side effects. They are considering a hair transplant and debating whether a thick beard can compensate for hair loss in terms of attractiveness.

      community Capilia longa...?

      in Question 7 years ago
      The user is using Minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, and dermarolling for hair loss but is not seeing results. They are considering trying a product called "capilia longa" for beard growth and are questioning its effectiveness.

      community I shaved it all off

      in Shaved/buzzed  16 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user decided to shave their head instead of pursuing a hair transplant or using drugs like minoxidil and finasteride. They are motivated to accept themselves as they are and feel more confident after taking this action.

      community The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.

      community New baby hairs are popping out. Question though: what are these black dots on hairline? Clogged pores?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing new hair growth after using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, but is concerned about black dots on the hairline, which might be clogged pores or dormant follicles. The user previously used a topical minoxidil/finasteride spray and had good results, despite a shedding phase after switching treatments.

      community 19M Am i a minoxidil hyper responder?

      in Progress Pictures  52 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hair growth and shedding. Minoxidil caused new facial hair growth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.

      community Any help with female hair loss?

      in Female  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 20-year-old female with PCOS is experiencing hair loss and excessive facial hair. She is using ketoconazole and caffeine shampoos, microneedling, and considering anti-androgens like finasteride, but is cautious about minoxidil due to facial hair concerns.

      community minoxidil on eyebrows feedback

      in Female  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user is seeking feedback on using topical minoxidil on eyebrows due to eyebrow loss, as oral minoxidil hasn't worked and they avoid Latisse due to potential fat loss.
      Guys I need advice more hairs in the drain

      community Guys I need advice more hairs in the drain

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  286 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after starting dutasteride, which is considered a normal part of the treatment process. Despite the shedding, the user notes some improvement in hairline appearance and is seeking advice and reassurance.

      community PSA: Greasy, product laden hair makes the scalp 10x more visible

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Greasy or product-laden hair can make the scalp appear more visible, leading some to mistakenly think they are balding. Proper hair washing and avoiding heavy products can help assess true hair thickness, and treatments like finasteride are used by some for actual hair loss.