Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hairloss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.
Minoxidil can regrow hair but doesn't address the underlying issue of DHT, leading to continued hairloss. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, mentioning side effects, personal outcomes, and alternatives like microdosing topical finasteride.
The user "Bishiop" shared a comparison of their hair progress over 9 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Other users commented on the results and shared their experiences with hairloss treatments.
How some people start going to the gym when they begin to lose their hair, as well as discussing various treatments (Finasteride, Minoxidil and Dermarolling) for hairloss.
How people's hair is compared to their fathers' at the same age, with some users noting that they have inherited different genes from either parent and are using treatments such as finasteride for hairloss.
This user experienced an improvement in hair quality and stopped shedding by using Minoxidil 5% spray twice a day for 4 months. Other users encouraged the use of finasteride to maintain the results, as it is the only treatment that addresses the underlying cause of hairloss.
A 24 year old female experiencing rapid, unexplained hairloss over the course of two weeks and looking for advice. Treatments suggested include Rogaine, finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and seeing a dermatologist.
After 6 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling, the user experienced hair regrowth but then noticed a significant shed, returning to the initial state of hairloss. Another user responded that shedding every 6-8 months is normal when using finasteride and advised to continue the treatment for thicker hair regrowth.
A user who underwent a hair transplant in Istanbul to reduce balding, and the discussion of various treatments such as finasteride and growth hormone for preventing further hairloss.
Black individuals may embrace baldness better due to less contrast between hair and skin. Finasteride is suggested for hairloss management, and natural styles like buzz cuts are recommended.
A user shared their hair transplant update, having received 4,300 grafts and choosing not to use medications like finasteride or minoxidil due to potential side effects and personal reasons. Many commenters expressed concern that without these medications, the user might experience further hairloss, suggesting that preventative treatments are important for maintaining transplant results.
A man felt insecure when his date touched his thinning hair, causing awkwardness. He uses finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss but still struggles with confidence.
A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for six months and is concerned about hairloss. Replies suggest continuing the treatment for at least a year, as initial shedding can indicate the treatment is working.
The conversation is about the impressive hair density and hairline of a person, with users attributing it to good genetics and joking about the lack of hairloss despite stress. Specific hairloss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841 are not discussed.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily for 6 months, inconsistently applies minoxidil, uses rosemary oil occasionally, and Nizoral shampoo twice a week for hairloss. They're unsure if the perceived progress is due to hair growth or increased volume, and are considering using minoxidil more frequently.
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hairloss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
User "mynameisbogus" shares hair regrowth progress after 90 days using Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, and Keto shampoo. Others in the conversation praise the impressive results and discuss their own experiences with hairloss treatments.
A 14-month update on a FUE hair transplant, and the effects of male pattern baldness. People discussed products such as Minoxidil, finasteride, Kerastase Chronologiste shampoo and care oil, and RU58841 to help treat hairloss.
The positive effects of Finasteride, a hairloss treatment; and various other treatments such as Minoxidil and Nizoral that can be used to treat hairloss. Additionally, other methods are discussed, such as micro needling and taking spearmint supplements, which have been seen to help in some cases.
A person's progress after 9 months of using finasteride, micro-needling and minoxidil for hairloss; people offering encouragement that the progress so far has been good and will continue.
A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hairloss.
A user's 11-month experience of using Minoxidil and finasteride to treat hairloss, which the user believes has been successful. Other users offered advice on additional treatments such as dermarolling or shaving the head.
Stacking 5% minoxidil twice daily, 1.25mg finasteride daily, 6 drops of the Ordinary hair serum with Redensyl each night, 1.5mm dermarolling once a week, Nizoral shampoo twice a week and caffeine shampoo once a week for hairloss treatment.
A 19-year-old discusses feelings of envy towards men with full heads of hair, sharing their experience with hairloss since age 16. They have been using oral minoxidil and topical finasteride for two years, with initial improvement but continued shedding, and are considering switching to dutasteride.
Stopping minoxidil for 10 days due to eye surgery, with concerns about hairloss. Most responses suggest a short break won't significantly impact hair, and emphasize prioritizing eye health.
The user has been using 0.5 mg Dutasteride daily for 7 months, along with minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo, and is unsure about hair regrowth progress. Other users note some improvement and encourage patience.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can worsen hairlines for some, as experienced by the original poster. Finasteride worked better for them, and they suggest returning to it if dutasteride causes hairloss.
A 29-year-old is using 5% topical minoxidil, 5 mg oral minoxidil, 1 mg finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and weekly microneedling to treat hairloss, reporting significant progress in hair regrowth and hairline improvement. The routine includes applying minoxidil twice daily, managing dead skin with shampoo, and using a baseball cap to maintain hair appearance.
Researchers at the University of Virginia discovered a new group of stem cells in hair follicles that could potentially restore hair growth. The findings suggest that activating these stem cells might offer a new way to combat hairloss, though practical treatments are still years away.