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      community Min / Fin - M21 - 1.5 Year Update - Multiple Sheds

      in Update  15 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily, despite multiple shedding phases, and emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early and maintaining consistency. They advise against obsessing over online forums during shedding periods and recommend checking for scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and ensuring proper nutrition.

      community Found a slide summary for PP405

      in Research/Science  35 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      PP405 shows promise in stimulating new terminal hair growth by activating dormant follicles, with no systemic adverse effects observed in a short-term trial. However, long-term efficacy remains unproven, and further trials are needed to confirm its potential as a hair loss treatment.

      community Upcoming and current hair growth stimulants (2026)

      in Research/Science  91 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses various hair growth treatments, including topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, LLLT, PRP, exosomes, latanoprost, copper peptides, and upcoming treatments like PP405 and Vdphl01. It also covers managing side effects of minoxidil, such as dry scalp, and mentions the use of dutasteride and finasteride for hair loss.

      community 8 Months Progress on Fin and Min

      in Is this regrowth?  227 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 20-year-old used finasteride, minoxidil foam, and micro-needling for hair regrowth, experiencing initial shedding but later improvement with minimal side effects. They are happy with the results and seek advice on additional products like rosemary oil for scalp health.

      community Is this regrowth? 80 days in...

      in Is this regrowth?  56 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, with some users noticing new hair growth. The original poster also takes protein, biotin, and vitamin D supplements and prefers topical treatments due to concerns about side effects from oral finasteride.

      community Hair Transplant Progress - Dr Danyllo 3,560 grafts

      in Transplants  205 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user discussing their hair transplant progress at 8 months, expressing concern about lack of growth in the front. They're currently using Minoxidil and dutasteride, and considering microneedling. The responses suggest waiting for full growth, which can take up to 13-14 months.

      community Hang in there buds! Showing my progress

      in Progress Pictures  509 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride, biotin, topical minoxidil, and DS thickening shampoo over five months, reporting significant improvements in hair texture and growth. They experienced minor side effects like a slight headache from switching minoxidil forms but noted no issues with finasteride.

      community Min and fin 5% topical .My Hairline Regrowth Progress Doubts Doubts

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using Minoxidil 5% since August and has noticed hair regrowth, with the left temple showing more concentrated growth and the right side having scattered single hairs. Some hairs are turning black, but the right side doesn't yet appear as full as the left.

      community 18M progression pt.3 (6 months)

      in Progress Pictures  744 upvotes 2 years ago
      User started balding at 16 and began treatment at 18, using RU58841, minoxidil, derma rolling, and peptides. After 6 months, they experienced significant hair regrowth and are happy with the results.

      community I finally coninced my trichologist to give me finasteride

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user convinced their trichologist to prescribe topical finasteride after using topical estradiol and progesterone for hair maintenance. They also discussed the potential impact of "nofap" on hair loss, noting that abstaining for about four months seemed to reduce shedding.

      community How to tell if it’s miniaturizing vs regrowth?

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth and miniaturization, with the user transitioning to oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and occasionally using topical minoxidil. The user observes baby hairs near the hairline but less on the scalp, indicating possible regrowth and shedding.

      community New to Fin/Min, Shedding Timeline Question

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is anxious about shedding after starting oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, noting about 250 hairs lost after washing. Responses suggest that shedding is common with these treatments, especially with curly hair, and that it often peaks around 8-10 weeks before improving.

      community Survived the 2nd shedding phase. 7mos progress.

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatment progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Users discuss experiencing shedding phases and the importance of trusting the process for hair regrowth.

      community PP405 - A True Breakthrough or Another Disappointment?

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 9 months ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth, with 31% of advanced balding men experiencing over 20% increase in hair density in 8 weeks. However, skepticism persists due to selective data presentation and lack of long-term results, with comparisons to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community 7.5 Months on Min + Fin — Progress Pics + Questions (Crown, Temples, Folliculitis)

      in Is this regrowth?  76 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 7.5 months to address hair thinning, particularly at the crown and temples, and is considering additional treatments like tretinoin and dermastamping despite having chronic scalp folliculitis. They are experiencing progress but are concerned about side effects and the effectiveness of treatments on temple regrowth.

      community Scalp Microneedling with Growth Factors - Take 1

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses using microneedling with growth factor serum, PRF injections, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and topical exosomes to treat hair loss, particularly on the crown. OP plans to microneedle twice a month and seeks feedback on Korean growth factor serums.

      community 2months growth on topical minoxidil + finasteride soln

      in Is this regrowth?  51 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced noticeable hair thickening and new growth after two months using a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride. Continued improvement is expected, with potential for a full head of hair after further treatment and possibly a transplant.

      community Thin roots but thick ends hair – anyone else facing this?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 23-year-old is experiencing hair that is thick at the ends but thin at the roots despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months. They are concerned about whether this is normal or a sign of miniaturization and seek advice on reversing or improving the condition.

      community On fin at 19yo 3 month update.

      in Update  32 upvotes 4 years ago
      User reports being on finasteride for 3 months, experiencing initial shedding but noticing new hair growth and increased density. They also started using castor oil daily and considered trimming their long hair to improve visual thickness.

      community Big regrowth after a big shedding period (11 months on fin)

      in Progress Pictures  104 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses a 21-year-old male's significant hair regrowth after experiencing shedding periods during an 11-month treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, biotin, and dermaroller. The conversation encourages persistence with the treatment despite shedding phases, as hair tends to grow back thicker and longer.