community For all those worried about a minoxidil break
Stopping minoxidil can lead to significant hair loss, but resuming it along with finasteride can help regain lost hair over time. Consistency is key for maintaining hair health and regrowth.
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60-90 / 1000+ resultscommunity Do hair follicles ever really "die"? Or does all your front, mid, and crown hair just become vellus?
Hair follicles don't truly die but become severely miniaturized. Treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can help restore hair by providing nutrients and reducing harmful effects on hair roots.
community No gains after 4 years of min and fin
User has seen no improvement after 4 years of using minoxidil and finasteride, and recently started dutasteride. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.
community Anyone else having a bad summer shed?
Users are experiencing increased hair shedding despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, hair vitamins, and DHT shampoo. Some note this happens seasonally, while others are concerned their treatments are no longer effective.
community M21 I stopped finesterid 3 Months ago... this is how it looks now
A user stopped finasteride due to side effects and rapid hair loss, considering a hair system. Others suggested alternatives like dutasteride, minoxidil, and topical finasteride.
community Currently crushing 3 (5mg) tablets of fin into my topical min. Anyone do the same? If so how much do you add.
The conversation discusses using crushed finasteride tablets mixed with topical minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and proper concentration of this method.
community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists
The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.
community Why is it barely impossible to find balding South Korean men
The post discusses the rarity of baldness among South Korean men. Users suggest this could be due to early treatment, high beauty standards, accessibility of healthcare, and genetics. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are commonly used, and hair transplants are also popular.
community Minoxidil Eye Bags and Dark Circles
Minoxidil users report dark circles and eye bags. Solutions include water pills, caffeine serum, retinol, and collagen peptides.
community We got baby hairs boys! Is this too early to be excited?
A 33-year-old man using finasteride, minoxidil, thickening shampoo, conditioner, and Nizoral noticed peach fuzz after a month and is hopeful for regrowth. Others shared mixed experiences, with some seeing further growth and others not.
community Average tressless user after taking oral minoxidil
The conversation is about hair loss and the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) and finasteride (Fin) as treatments. The conclusion is that some users have seen success in maintaining their hair with minoxidil, but there are varying opinions on the effectiveness of the treatments.
community 18 Months progress, age 32 years , 3 x fin per week, 1x min daily, 1-2 times per week vitamin D and once every 2 weeks nizoral shampoo
The user shared their 18-month hair loss treatment progress, using finasteride three times a week, daily minoxidil, weekly vitamin D, and bi-weekly nizoral shampoo. They experienced initial shedding and greying, but are satisfied with the results.
community Finally decided to buzz it off after struggling with hair loss for the last five years. Very freeing. What do y’all think?
A user who buzzed their hair off after five years of struggling with hair loss, and the replies discussing whether or not they should go completely bald, as well as advice on cutting it shorter and potential treatments such as finasteride and minoxidil.
community 18->24 six years of Fin and Minox…. I guess we can’t all be winners 😭
A user named "EgyptStar81" who has been dealing with hair loss since age 15 due to genetics, chemotherapy and finasteride/minoxidil treatment. Possible solutions such as dutasteride, oral minoxidil, hair transplants and extensions were suggested.
community 4 months min 2x daily fin 1x feeling reallll good about it
A user's progress with treating their hair loss by using Minoxidil twice daily and finasteride once daily, as well as suggestions to add microneedling and avoid tying the hair back.
community Fighting Hair loss AND Grey Hair
The user is treating hair loss with topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and Ketoconazole. For grey hair, they use L-Cysteine, L-Methionine, and PABA, and have noticed some re-pigmentation.
community My topical finasteride DHT test results (before and after)
A user shared their experience using topical finasteride for 6 months, showing a reduction in DHT levels but no visible improvement in hair loss. They are considering switching to oral finasteride for potentially better results.
community 1 year fin 1mg and minox. can see some density reclaimed
User shared 1-year progress using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil, regaining hair density. Others praised the improvement and asked about side effects and additional treatments.
community 4 months daily Min, Fin & Dermarolling once a week. I was very skeptical about Fin until other people started noticing my results.
A user's progress with using Minoxidil, Finasteride and Dermarolling to treat hair loss; some of the replies included reports of side effects, encouragement and advice on lighting.
community [AMA] 5-Month Progress Report: Dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil Results.
Naepo's 5-month progress report detailing their journey of treating male pattern baldness with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which has already resulted in an encouraging improvement in hair density. Others have responded with appreciation for the thorough report and asked further questions about Naepo's educational background.
community Fluridil/Topilutamide (Eucapil) gave me achy balls, but seems to work
Treatments for hair loss, focusing on Fluridil/Topilutamide (Eucapil), Finasteride and RU58841 (Alfatradiol). The user reported that the Fluridil seemed to work well but had side effects of testicle ache, decreased mood and sex drive.
community What Works to Restore Hairloss for Cis-Males? Not Much
Hair regrowth treatments for cis-males include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Estrogen and testosterone blockers can help restore hair loss but may not suit everyone.
community It's crazy how it's 2018 and the only hair loss treatments we have feature undesirable side effects and/or aren't even effective for many people.
Hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, dermarolling, finasteride, dutasteride, hair transplants, hair systems, and shaving the head. The conversation covers various opinions on these treatments and mentions possible side effects as well as alternatives like wigs, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. The post expresses disappointment that there has been no major breakthrough in the field of hair loss treatments despite decades of research.
community If you're sitting there wondering, "I'm losing my hair, what do I do?" then read my advice here. I've been fighting the fight for 7 years, with great success. (pictures included)
Fighting hair loss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or Hair Loss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.
community 4 years wearing hair systems - what nobody tells you when you start
Hair systems require frequent maintenance and can be costly, but a DIY approach with bi-weekly changes can help manage these issues. Minoxidil and finasteride were tried but not consistently used due to side effects and personal preferences.
community This guy won the jackpot in the hair genetics lottery. He had to pay the taxes (white hair) though
A man with thick, white hair is admired for his genetics, leading to discussions about hair loss and the preference for white hair over balding. Some speculate about the use of treatments like finasteride.
community Wouldn’t it be funny if there already was a drug that existed which reactivated sleeping follicles? It would be our own version of Ozempic
PP405 shows promise for reactivating hair follicles, with potential maintenance using 5AR inhibitors. Current treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are effective but have limitations, and there is hope for more effective solutions in the future.
community 5 months of daily using finasteride and minoxidil
User shared progress after 5 months of using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and weekly derma rolling. Positive feedback highlights increased hair count and thickness.
community 11 years of alopecia and still good ( for the youngers)
A user shared their 11-year journey with alopecia, using finasteride, dutasteride, and a hair transplant. They encouraged others not to panic, noting that hair miniaturization can take over 15 years to complete.
community Is the "losing 100 hair a day is normal" not what it seems?
The conversation questions the accuracy of the "losing 100 hairs a day is normal" claim, with users sharing personal experiences of hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil.