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      community Accelerated Hair Loss from Creatine

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  133 upvotes 7 months ago
      Creatine may cause hair loss in some individuals, especially those on finasteride, despite no scientific link. Personal experiences suggest individual sensitivity to DHT could be a factor.

      community It's always the Mice that gets to grow back hair.

      in Research/Science  431 upvotes 7 months ago
      Sodium dodecyl sulfate, oleic acid, and palmitoleic acid may promote hair growth, but their safety and effectiveness for humans are uncertain. Users consider trying these treatments cautiously, exploring alternatives like ostrich oil and microneedling.

      community Creatine is the opposite of minoxidil !

      in Research/Science  315 upvotes 7 months ago
      Creatine may counteract minoxidil's hair growth effects by closing potassium ATP channels, potentially leading to hair loss in predisposed individuals. Despite anecdotal reports, there is no conclusive evidence linking creatine to hair loss.

      community 23M Couldn’t go bald for fear of my Girlfriend leaving me.

      in Is this regrowth?  1093 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 23-year-old man uses a topical spray with minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair loss, experiencing improved hair growth but occasional heart palpitations. He worries his girlfriend might leave him if he goes bald, but commenters advise that if she would leave over hair loss, she isn't worth it.

      community Hairline getting better each day.

      in Progress Pictures  1750 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old shares their successful hair regrowth journey using finasteride 1mg daily, topical minoxidil twice a day (mixed with tretinoin 0.025% at night), ketoconazole shampoo 2-3 times a week, and occasional dermarolling. They report no side effects and emphasize the importance of consistency and early intervention.

      community Haircafe - TOPICAL minoxidil is an anti aging drug

      in Minoxidil  245 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, possibly due to its alcohol content, while oral finasteride is reported to make users look younger. Switching to oral minoxidil or using moisturizers might help reduce these skin issues.

      community Theory And Observation: Why Being Bald Can Really Work

      in Shaved/buzzed  88 upvotes 2 years ago
      The original poster believes shaving his head made him more attractive to a specific group of women, despite being less attractive overall. The conversation includes various opinions on attractiveness, with some agreeing that being bald can work for certain men, while others suggest maintaining hair is generally more appealing.

      community Yes, most models are absolutely on finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1105 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses how many male models and celebrities likely use finasteride to prevent hair loss, with some expressing surprise that it's not just good genetics keeping their hair intact. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride and, in one query, minoxidil.

      community Found this meme on a forum……..

      in Satire  150 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a meme related to hair loss that influenced someone to start taking finasteride. Another person agrees that the meme accurately represents the situation.

      community Diffuse thinning is the worst possible balding experience

      in Chat  76 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the struggle with diffuse hair thinning and the effectiveness of treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Users share experiences of hair thickening and shedding stopping with these treatments, but results vary and some are skeptical.

      community Chris Bumstead Hair Tansplant at Now Hair Time

      in Transplants  477 upvotes 2 years ago
      Chris Bumstead got a hair transplant at Now Hair Time, and the discussion focuses on why he chose a less reputable clinic despite having the means for a better one, with some suggesting it was for financial gain. The conversation also touches on concerns about the naturalness of the hairline and the potential impact of his steroid use on the transplant's success.

      community Huberman tweet about finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  278 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hair loss treatment.

      community 22 yr asian male 2 year fin results

      in Progress Pictures  135 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "Top_Replacement_7777" shared their positive results with finasteride for hair loss. They asked about maintaining their hair with finasteride and the impact of vaping on hair growth. Another user reassured them that vaping wouldn't affect their progress.

      community 1 year of regular fin after years of anxiety

      in Update  94 upvotes 3 years ago
      User GreatCanuck experienced hair regrowth after using finasteride for a year, reducing anxiety about hair loss. Others in the conversation shared similar positive experiences and discussed family members using the treatment.

      community Why is Kevin Mann (Haircafe) Hated?

      in Chat  62 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, including microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841; the efficacy of these treatments; criticisms of Kevin Mann's content related to his selective data presentation and biases towards certain treatments; and other topics such as DHT being labeled a "trash hormone" and critiques of other hairloss YouTubers.

      community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

      in Treatment  83 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.

      community Why only the top of the head?!

      in Chat 3 years ago
      Why the top of the head is affected by hair loss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.

      community Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I

      in Update  118 upvotes 5 years ago
      A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hair loss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.

      community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  71 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.