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      community M20 1.5 months vs 8 months fin + min

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily for 1.5 to 8 months and is unsure about regrowth. Suggestions include continuing the treatment, trying microneedling, or considering oral minoxidil.

      community Hair Growth Journey: 10 months

      in Progress Pictures  254 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.

      community Sup Chooms?! How y’all living?!

      in Progress Pictures  973 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 35-year-old shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress, using 0.5mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil/finasteride once daily, derma stamping 1-3 times a week, washing hair daily or every other day with peppermint soap, and using eczema lotion for scalp health. Commenters congratulated the individual on the significant improvement in their hairline.

      community 23M losing ground very after seeing improvements

      in Progress Pictures  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 23-year-old male was using 0.5 mg of dutasteride daily, 10% minoxidil twice daily for 4-5 months then once daily, and vitamin D for a month for hair loss treatment but saw a decline in results. It's suggested that the decline may be due to reducing minoxidil application to once a day and a doctor's visit is recommended for further advice.

      community 27M after 10 Months on Oral Fin

      in Progress Pictures  116 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old man shared his 10-month hair regrowth progress after taking oral finasteride, noting initial hair shedding followed by noticeable thickening around 5-6 months, with significant improvement by March. He also mentioned having scalp psoriasis.

      community Scalp massagers really do work.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Silicone scalp massagers are claimed to slow or reverse hair loss and improve hair regrowth, with users reporting reduced shedding and scalp tension. Some users also mention using them alongside treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community Are baby hairs growing on fin and min?

      in Is this regrowth?  125 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether baby hairs observed after using finasteride and minoxidil will grow into terminal hairs, with mixed experiences and opinions shared on the effectiveness of these treatments for hair regrowth. Some users report positive results, while others are skeptical about the potential for significant change.

      community 5.5 months (Min 2 times /fin 1.25 1 time) daily //derma 1 every week some supplement and Sometimes I use ketoquinazole shampoo The real results from the beginning of the tenth image. 23 y

      in Progress Pictures  396 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced improved hair growth using Minoxidil twice daily, finasteride 1.25mg once daily, weekly dermarolling, supplements, and occasional ketoconazole shampoo for 5.5 months, but noticed hair shedding again after switching types of Minoxidil. Despite returning to the original Minoxidil, the user's hair condition worsened and shedding continued.

      community 3 month progress on Minoxidil 5% only.

      in Is this regrowth?  1037 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is pleased with their hair regrowth after 3 months using Minoxidil 5%. They plan to start Finasteride upon returning home, and others discuss the importance of consistency and patience with hair loss treatments.

      community Justin Bieber hair loss new photos update

      in Chat  594 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation suggests Justin Bieber has had a hair transplant, with many users agreeing on the change in his hairline and discussing the commonality of hair loss and transplants among men, including celebrities. Some speculate he might also be using hair loss medications like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community nutrafol actually working somehow??

      in Update  19 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports significant improvement in scalp thinning after nearly 2 months of using Nutrafol, along with derma rolling and weekly rosemary oil application. Another user suggests the success might be due to saw palmetto in Nutrafol and shares their own experience of maintaining hair without finasteride.

      community I hate what my hair does to me!

      in Chat  32 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a person struggling with inconsistent hair styling due to thinning hair, despite being on hair loss medications. They find that ketoconazole 2% shampoo helps, but conditioning makes their hair look worse; others suggest staying consistent with treatment and using hair fibers for events.

      community Is regrowth on an androgen receptor blocker possible?

      in Chat  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU and Pyri block androgen receptors to prevent hair loss but may also hinder hair regrowth since they prevent testosterone, which can stimulate hair growth, from binding to these receptors. The user is questioning if this understanding is correct.

      community I received a prescription for DUTASTERIDE CAP 0.5MG and to this day for 7 months I have been taking propecia, I am considering switching because I see that my shedding has not stopped, although I have results that I associate with topical minoxidil. Do they think it's time to move to DUTASTERIDE 0.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been taking Propecia (finasteride) for 7 months and uses topical minoxidil, but is considering switching to dutasteride due to ongoing hair shedding. Another person suggests that 7 months is not enough time to decide on switching medications.

      community Just started RU a month ago after being on fin and min for almost 3 years. Progress so far: My temples were pretty bare before this. Really hoping at least some of these become terminal.

      in Is this regrowth?  391 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started using RU58841 a month ago after using finasteride and minoxidil for nearly three years, hoping for hair regrowth at the temples. Other users suggest vitamin B supplements and microneedling to improve hair thickness, and one mentions the possibility of a hair transplant for the temples.

      community WHEN does regrowth even happen?

      in Chat  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user changed their hair loss treatment in October/November, experienced increased shedding, and now sees no new hair growth, with a worsening condition and a possible bald spot. They also have severe seborrheic dermatitis, which may be affecting their scalp and hair loss.

      community Topical is superior to oral in terms of results (my theory)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  61 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with some users combining them with oral treatments. Users share their experiences and opinions on effectiveness, cost, and convenience, with mixed views on whether topical or oral applications are superior.

      community Looking for the new RU58841 source in EU

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is seeking a new source for RU58841 in the EU after their previous supplier stopped selling it. They mention considering Anagen, Actifolic, Minoxidilmax, and rudirect, and are using a treatment mixing RU58841 with Stemoxydine and Alfatradiol.

      community 1 year progress on fin/min with photos

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil since early 2023, seeing progress in hair growth and density without side effects, but still struggles with thinning at the crown. They are considering adding topical treatments, natural oils, microneedling, or a hair transplant to address this issue.

      community [SAD UPDATE] 11 Months Topical Finasteride on TrichoSol - Hair got worse - Need Opinions

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user expressed disappointment that their hair loss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.

      community 6 months into Dutasteride and my hair is way worse than before

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  70 upvotes 2 years ago
      After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.

      community People call companies stupid for making very high concentration Topical Fin solutions but I think they overlook the fact that the actual absorption rate of finasteride varies greatly

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses how the absorption rate of topical finasteride varies and is not equivalent to its oral form, with only a small percentage reaching the scalp. It also mentions that minoxidil in high concentrations is used topically because only a small amount is absorbed.

      community 3 month fin,min and derma rolling once per week

      in Progress Pictures  130 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing their 3-month progress with finasteride, minoxidil, and weekly derma rolling for hair loss. Some suggest buzzing the hair off to better apply treatments and consider a hair transplant in the future.

      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 How long have you tried topical melatonin?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of topical melatonin for hair loss, asking for details on dosage, frequency, duration of use, results, and brand information. An update includes a skeptical view on the studies regarding melatonin's effectiveness.

      community 6 months progress, 4600 grafts in Turkey

      in Progress Pictures  200 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is happy with their 6-month hair transplant progress of 4600 grafts in Turkey and has been using finasteride for 5 years and minoxidil for 4 years. The donor area is in good condition, potentially allowing for future hair reinforcement.

      community Losing effects of topical minoxidil and 0.25mg finasteride

      in Minoxidil  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing renewed hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for two years and is considering options like dutasteride, increasing finasteride dosage, or starting microneedling. Respondents suggest waiting another month before making changes, consulting a dermatologist, and potentially adjusting the treatment regimen.