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      community Anyone here get results from topical melatonin?

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is experiencing increased shedding and is considering using topical melatonin with a product called Rizn. Another user is skeptical about the effectiveness of topical melatonin due to issues with the research and lack of replication of results, while a third user expresses interest in the outcome of using Rizn after not seeing results from topical finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Vitamin D does cause hair loss

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user found that vitamin D deficiency was causing their hair loss and saw improvement after taking D3 supplements. Others noted that while vitamin D can affect hair, male pattern baldness usually requires treatments like finasteride.

      community Hair transplant - 8 months update

      in Progress Pictures  755 upvotes 4 years ago
      User shares 8-month hair transplant update with 3800 grafts, using Minoxidil and Xpecia. Others express amazement at results and discuss costs and procedures.

      community 15 months into trying to regrow my hair

      in Update  19 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user has been treating hair loss for 15 months using a regimen that includes 5% minoxidil, dermarolling, a dermpen, a topical mix of 3% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride, Wild-Growth hair oil, pumpkin seed and peppermint oil, Nizoral or Nioxin shampoo, multivitamins, and cod liver oil. They have not seen noticeable changes recently and are seeking motivation to start working out again.

      community I am actually regrowing my hairline without minoxidil or finasteride (mechanical stimulation)

       128 upvotes 7 years ago
      Regrowing hairline without the use of Minoxidil or Finasteride, and instead using mechanical stimulation such as Derma Roller, Nizoral, Zinc Pyrithione, Scalp Massage, Scalp Exercise, Fish Oil and other topical solutions. It is cautioned that there are risks associated with not using medically-prescribed treatments, but it is suggested to consider mechanical stimulation in addition to those prescribed treatments.

      community Whey protein and hair loss

       6 upvotes 8 years ago
      Whey protein does not cause hair loss; concerns are likely unfounded. The user is on finasteride and minoxidil but sees no improvement, so they are phasing out these treatments while continuing to work out and use whey protein.

      community Been on Oral Minoxidil for 50 days. It definitely works!

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 9 years ago
      Oral Minoxidil (Loniten) effectively promotes hair regrowth, especially on the crown and temples, with minimal side effects like extra body hair. The user found it more convenient and effective than topical Minoxidil and had negative experiences with Finasteride and Dutasteride.

      community Loosing hope after not seeing improvement in hair regrowth.

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22-year-old male is not seeing hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year and additional treatments for three months. Suggestions include improving scalp absorption with sea salt and trying a lipid-based solution, microneedling, and possibly switching to dutasteride if no improvement after 1-2 years.

      community 7 month fin and min young diffuse thinner update

      in Progress Pictures  96 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a 7-month update on hair regrowth using finasteride daily and minoxidil once a day, noting improvement in hair health. Others suggested adding micro-needling, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering a hair transplant for better results.

      community Finasteride - Beard Shedding -

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old male using 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil for hair loss experienced stabilized scalp hair but began noticing beard shedding. Users suggest that Finasteride can slow beard growth, and some recommend using Minoxidil on the beard to counteract thinning.

      community 9 months of treatment as an aggressive diffuse thinner

      in Progress Pictures  63 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, and other treatments for hair loss over nine months, seeing some improvement in hair thickness and crown volume but continued thinning at the hairline. They plan to continue treatment for another nine months despite being sensitive to DHT fluctuations and are considering increasing dosages or other options like a hair transplant.

      community Almost 4 months, before and after of pyrilutamide .5% once daily

      in Update  13 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, alfatradiol, pyrilutamide, and nizoral, despite previous intolerance to finasteride. They emphasize the importance of consistency in treatment and are optimistic about the results, noting no side effects so far.

      community My Hair transplant surgery update 3500 Grafts

      in Progress Pictures  582 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their experience with a hair transplant surgery in India, involving 3,500 grafts, and expressed satisfaction with the results and cost. The post received mixed reactions, with some users questioning the authenticity of the graft count and results, while others praised the outcome.

      community I scaled my company to +100k MRR and became bald in the process. (I’m 24)

      in Satire  201 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 24-year-old scaled his company to over $100k MRR but experienced hair loss, attributing it to stress and genetics despite using treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil. Many suggest embracing baldness, focusing on health, or considering additional treatments like Finasteride, while others debate the impact of stress versus genetics on hair loss.

      community 2 years of 5% topical minoxidil + 1 year of 1mg finasteride.

      in Progress Pictures  236 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures after using 5% topical minoxidil for two years and 1mg finasteride for one year, but many commenters believe the hair looks the same, attributing changes to different haircuts rather than actual regrowth. The user reported no side effects from finasteride, and opinions varied on whether any significant hairline improvement occurred.

      community Regrew my hair - 18 month update

      in Progress Pictures  2313 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user claimed significant hair regrowth over 18 months using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamping, and supplements without a transplant. Commenters were skeptical, suspecting a hair system might be involved.

      community I just got one of these. Let's see how it goes...

      in Technology  263 upvotes 3 months ago
      Red light therapy for hair loss is controversial, with mixed results reported. Its effectiveness may depend on device quality and proper wavelength, and it is often used with minoxidil and finasteride.

      community 3 surgery total 7600 Grafts surgery journey

      in Progress Pictures  726 upvotes 4 months ago
      A person had three hair transplant surgeries using 7,600 grafts from scalp, beard, and chest, along with finasteride and minoxidil. Reactions are mixed, with suggestions for alternatives like hair systems or scalp micropigmentation.

      community My 5 months Hair Transplant Surgery update.

      in Progress Pictures  847 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 27-year-old actor shared his positive experience with two hair transplant surgeries, highlighting the importance of customization and detail for a natural look. He is taking finasteride to prevent future hair loss.