A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hairgrowth and shedding. Minoxidil caused new facial hairgrowth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.
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 hairgrowth. 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.
An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hairgrowth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and healthier hair after two months of using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, despite an initial shedding phase. They reported no negative effects on their beard or facial bloating and were surprised by the quick results.
The user has been treating hair loss for 5 years and currently uses 0.5mg dutasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, and 10,000mcg biotin daily, experiencing the best growth in years without the side effects they had on finasteride. Suggestions from others include starting microneedling, with one comment noting minimal visible hair regrowth.
Extended-release oral minoxidil (VDPHL01) shows promising results for hairgrowth with improved safety, achieving significant hair count increases and minimal side effects compared to placebo. The treatment is designed to maintain effective concentrations while reducing side effects, making it a safer option for those who cannot tolerate standard minoxidil.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth, with users sharing experiences and advice on using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to stimulate hairgrowth. Many users report seeing small hairs, which they consider a positive sign, though opinions vary on whether these hairs will develop into thicker, terminal hairs.
A user started taking oral minoxidil (2.5 mg daily) along with topical minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and various supplements to improve hairgrowth and overall health. They are also focusing on weight loss, exercise, and better lifestyle habits.
Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hairgrowth.
The post discusses the difference in effects of Minoxidil (Min) on scalp and facial hair. The user questions why Min-induced hairgrowth on the scalp is temporary, while facial hairgrowth seems permanent, even after stopping Min. They propose theories, including different Min mechanisms on body and facial hair, the role of DHT, and the possibility of not achieving fully terminal hair. The responses include personal experiences and theories about Min's effects on hairgrowth.
A user's progress pictures which show the effects of using finasteride and minoxidil for hairgrowth, along with keto shampoo; other users shared their experiences with similar conditions, offering advice on treatments and encouraging the original poster to keep going.
The user has been taking dutasteride for 9 months and is satisfied with the hairgrowth results. They had a hair transplant and don't want to share hairline progress.
A user shared their hair regrowth progress, attributing success to a consistent routine using finasteride, hairgrowth oil, Hims shampoo, a derma roller, and 5000 mcg biotin pills. They emphasized the importance of representation for people with similar hair types and encouraged others to stick with their treatment plans.
The user improved their hair loss using finasteride, switched to dutasteride, micro-needling, Nizoral shampoo, and changed from topical to oral minoxidil, resulting in thicker hair, eyebrows, beard, and body hair. Commenters are impressed with the transformation, some mistaking the before and after photos for different people, and the user reports no side effects from the treatments.
Stopping Minoxidil caused significant hair loss, which was mostly regained after resuming 1mg Finasteride and 3mg oral Minoxidil. Consistent use of both treatments is essential for maintaining hairgrowth.
A 28-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride 0.5 mg and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil after previous treatments with minoxidil and finasteride became less effective. He reported no major side effects, except for unwanted hairgrowth in certain areas.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 5 mg Minoxidil daily for almost 8 months, with noticeable improvements despite initial shedding. They reported no side effects other than hairgrowth and plan to continue the treatment.
The user is using a topical routine of finasteride and minoxidil, noticing increased hairgrowth, and is considering adding tretinoin for skin issues. Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness, but care should be taken to allow proper absorption to avoid unintended facial hairgrowth.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil but faced issues with gynecomastia when using oral minoxidil and finasteride. They plan to have surgery for gynecomastia and consider using finasteride again, while questioning if minoxidil alone can maintain hairgrowth.
A 45-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 1.5 mg minoxidil after initially starting with finasteride. He reports no major side effects, except increased hairgrowth in unwanted areas, and attributes his success to being a good responder to the medication.
The user shaved their head and is using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, expressing confidence in the process despite challenges. They are considering additional treatments like microneedling and are open to trying different looks, including facial hairgrowth.
A 20-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced shedding after four months of using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, and weekly 1.5mm derma stamping. He reported no side effects from the treatments and noted increased hairgrowth in other areas of his body.
A user shared their 4-year hair loss journey, highlighting that switching from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, along with dermarolling, significantly improved their hairgrowth. Another user mentioned using dutasteride, and the original poster emphasized the importance of dermarolling.
The user showed a one-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride only, after stopping minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They noticed hairgrowth around six or seven months into treatment.
A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after using 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with minimal side effects. The user also mentioned taking biotin gummies and experiencing periods of shedding followed by thicker hairgrowth.
User xEternex tries hair regrowth with daily broccoli sprouts, apple extract containing procyanidin b2, and microneedling. Others discuss potential issues with the experiment and share their experiences with vegetable consumption and hairgrowth.
User started Finasteride for hair loss, combining it with Saw Palmetto, Fenugreek seeds, almonds, bananas, eggs, and a coconut-castor oil mixture. Early updates show initial shedding and tiny new hairgrowth at the temples.
A 35-year-old reported significant hair regrowth after six months of using daily oral finasteride (1mg), oral minoxidil (1.25mg), and topical minoxidil, with no major side effects except increased hairgrowth in unwanted areas. Noticeable improvements were seen around four months after starting finasteride.
A user shared their hair regrowth journey from ages 31 to 39, using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and dutasteride. They experienced significant hair density improvement and temple regrowth, with increased hairgrowth as the only side effect.