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      community 10 months in and in the middle of a huge shed

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing a significant hair shed at 10 months but sees improvement compared to 4 months ago. They are using Hims products, Feel Confident shampoo, Nizoral, a light therapy cap, and The Ordinary hair serum.
      7 Months on Fin + Min + 1 Month Microneedling

      community 7 Months on Fin + Min + 1 Month Microneedling

      in General  113 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using Finasteride and Minoxidil for 7 months and started microneedling a month ago, but is experiencing increased hair shedding and is concerned about its effectiveness. They have vitamin D3 and B12 deficiencies and are seeking advice and encouragement due to a family history of baldness.

      community Anyone knows the Gt20029 approx release date?

      in Chat  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with stage 1 hair loss is inquiring about the release date of GT20029, hoping to use it instead of Minoxidil and finasteride, as they believe it has better results. They want to know if it will be available in the next couple of years.

      community Opinions November to April progress

      in Is this regrowth?  166 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress from November 2023 to April 2024 using 1mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling. The consensus is that there is some improvement and increased density, with expectations of further progress.

      community When to Start Hair Loss Routine with a Wedding coming up in 5.5 months.

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about starting a hair loss treatment routine before a wedding in 5.5 months. The suggested treatments include topical Minoxidil, a red light cap, microneedling, and possibly supplements, but opinions vary on whether it's too late to start, with some recommending using hair fibers for the wedding.

      community 1 Year Progress - protocol in description :)

      in Progress Pictures  233 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user started using 1mg oral finasteride a year ago and added oral minoxidil 3-4 months ago, experiencing no side effects except initial aching. They found oral minoxidil more effective for regrowth and easier than topical due to its toxicity to dogs.

      community Increased Hair Shedding After Starting Finasteride

      in Finasteride  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started finasteride in January 2025 and experienced increased hair shedding by March 2025, despite initial improvements from PRP treatment. They are concerned but have read that this shedding might be a temporary phase of the finasteride treatment.

      community Breezula 6 Month Topline Phase III Results Released

      in Research/Science  173 upvotes 6 months ago
      Breezula shows promising hair growth results, with up to 539% increase in hair count compared to placebo, and regulatory submissions are planned in the US and EU. Users are cautiously optimistic, noting the potential for Breezula to replace finasteride by targeting DHT without systemic effects.

      community 4 and a half months on Propecia and min.

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing baby hairs appearing on their NW7 scalp after 4.5 months of using Propecia (finasteride) and minoxidil. They are hopeful these baby hairs will lead to full coverage.

      community May 2022 - September 2022. 4 month results on 2x daily minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral 2x weekly. Taken in the same office to try and keep lighting consistent.

      in Progress Pictures  636 upvotes 3 years ago
      Vat-R-U-Talkin-About: I'm not sure that wearing a hat would have an effect on either Minoxidil or Finasteride. It may be worth experimenting with not wearing one for a few weeks to see if it makes any difference. This conversation is about a user's progress pictures four months into taking minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral twice weekly to treat hair loss; others shared their experiences and offered advice on how to improve the treatment.

      community October 2024 - Jan 2025 4 months

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using topical finasteride 1% and minoxidil 5% over four months, with no side effects and improved hair density. They initially experienced shedding, which was followed by regrowth, and they stopped dermarolling due to concerns about damaging new growth.

      community Feel like im not making process. Had insane shed. (Min/Fin/HRT)

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user started using oral minoxidil and estradiol in August 2025, added finasteride in December, and experienced significant hair shedding in February/March. They switched to estradiol injections and are considering their hair washing routine, while another user suggested consulting a dermatologist and possibly trying dutasteride.
      Is this a shedding phase or am i losing my little gains ?

      community Is this a shedding phase or am i losing my little gains ?

      in General  79 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss since 2021, tried various treatments, and is currently using oral minoxidil and finasteride since December 2024. They are experiencing shedding, which is common when starting or stopping treatments, and are advised to continue the current regimen as it may stabilize over time.

      community 1 month of finasteride sky high estradiol

      in Update  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reported high estradiol levels after one month of using finasteride for hair loss. They discussed potential side effects and adjustments to their treatment plan.

      community Breezula Phase 3 Results enough for maintenance?

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      Breezula shows promise in stabilizing hair loss and potentially promoting regrowth at the one-year mark, offering hope for those who can't tolerate 5AR inhibitors. Its local targeting of androgen receptors could be a significant advancement if it avoids systemic side effects.

      community Fin/min April 3rd to September 18th

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  267 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced great results using topical finasteride and minoxidil twice daily for hair regrowth. They reported no side effects and found it easier to apply the treatment with shorter hair.

      community Shedding with topical dutasteride (month 4)

      in Progress Pictures  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures after using topical dutasteride for 4 months, experiencing heavy shedding at month 2, which returned to baseline 1.5 months ago. Previous treatments with topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil were ineffective or caused side effects, and the user is hopeful about the shedding phase indicating potential effectiveness of topical dutasteride.

      community After 4 months of DREAD SHED it seems to have ended!

      in Chat  70 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced a severe hair shedding phase after switching to a combination pill of finasteride, minoxidil, and B12, but the shedding has now significantly reduced. Other users shared similar experiences, noting that shedding can be a sign of treatment effectiveness.

      community Regression? Has anyone experienced this?

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and is concerned about regression despite consistent use of finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments. The consensus is that this is likely a temporary shedding phase, and adjustments to the dermarolling frequency are suggested.