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      community Fin 4+ years. March 2020 to March 2024

      in Progress Pictures  973 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over four years with minimal side effects, successfully stopping hair thinning and achieving some regrowth. They shared progress photos, but some commenters requested clearer pictures of the crown to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.
      PP405 Identity Research

      community PP405 Identity Research

      in Research  292 upvotes 8 months ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that inhibits mitochondrial pyruvate carriers, increasing lactate dehydrogenase activity and stimulating hair follicle stem cells. In a phase 1 trial, 31% of participants showed over 20% hair density increase with PP405 treatment.

      community 1600 grafts (~5500 hairs) | 10 month results

      in Transplants  1669 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user received 1600 hair grafts but is dissatisfied and plans a second transplant for better coverage. They use minoxidil and finasteride and are considering adding dutasteride.

      community Lysine IS helping

      in Update  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Lysine supplementation at 2 grams daily reduced hair shedding by 25% and made hair strands thicker. The user highly recommends lysine for hair health.

      community 5% capixyl 3%redensyl+procapil

      in Product  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss serum mix containing 5% capixyl, 3% redensyl, and procapil. The user is asking for recommendations or opinions on the effectiveness of this product.

      community Are These Long vellus Hair an Indikator for regrowth?

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user, 35M, has been using oral finasteride for 5 years and 5% minoxidil for 3 years, which stopped hair loss but didn't promote regrowth. After starting RU58841 5 months ago, they noticed long, translucent hairs and are asking if these hairs will darken and how to encourage this.

      community 1 yr on fin, min & dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  495 upvotes 4 years ago
      User Clay1211 shared 1-year progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermaroller for hair loss. Commenters expressed surprise and praised the impressive results.

      community Low level chronic allergies and hair loss

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.

      community Coegin Pharma to release Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Q2 2025

      in Treatment  120 upvotes 1 year ago
      Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.

      community Why we shed on finasteride after getting results

      in Chat  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride can cause initial hair shedding as part of its cycle, but it can also lead to hair regrowth and thickening over time. Users discuss the effectiveness of finasteride alone, with some considering adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride for better results.

      community Brush suggestions for diffuse thinning hair.

      in Styling  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about finding a suitable hairbrush for diffuse thinning hair without causing separation or flattening. The user is using oral dutasteride, minoxidil foam, Nizoral, microneedling, and Pura D’or shampoo and conditioner.

      community 5.5 months on Fin/Min – Still shedding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user has been using Finasteride and Minoxidil for 5.5 months but continues to experience significant hair shedding. They are concerned about the ongoing shedding despite a brief period of reduced hair loss after switching Finasteride brands.

      community The second shed has been brutal (4 months and ongoing)

      in Progress Pictures  44 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride and minoxidil but faced a prolonged shedding phase, leading them to increase the finasteride dose and add oral dutasteride. Despite concerns about shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and are supplementing with Vitamin D.

      community My strong recommendation for those shedding hair

      in Treatment  95 upvotes 4 years ago
      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 hair loss.

      community Gaining back lost hair on fin (due to fin)?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatment with finasteride, where the user is experiencing shedding and concerns about regrowth. Users advise patience, suggesting that visible improvement may take 6-12 months or longer, and recommend continuing the treatment.

      community 2 month hair transplant update - HLC Ankara - How we looking?

      in Transplants  3 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 35-year-old shared a 2-month update on their hair transplant of 3153 grafts, noting redness, itching, and some pimples, while using finasteride for over 12 years to maintain hair. Users discussed the effectiveness and timing of starting finasteride, with some suggesting consulting a doctor for young individuals considering the treatment.

      community Baby hairs growing with 0.33g of fin every other day!

      in Progress Pictures  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reports hair regrowth at the temples after starting 0.33g of finasteride every other day in January, combined with weekly microneedling sessions. They experienced sexual side effects at higher doses, which improved with a lower dose and supplements like broccoli extract and l-citrulline.

      community Verteporfin day 119 update - donor hair regeneration human trial

      in Research/Science  143 upvotes 3 years ago
      A human trial of verteporfin, a drug that can inhibit wound healing by scarring and promote regeneration of original tissue and hair follicles to provide an unlimited source for hair transplants; people discussed the potential of this drug and how it could be rolled out in mainstream with more doctors getting on board.
      What hair loss pattern is this?

      community What hair loss pattern is this?

      in General  157 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user noticed small circular hairless spots after a buzz cut and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They are experiencing continuous shedding and thinning, and it is suggested they consult a dermatologist for a scalp examination and possible biopsy to determine if it's alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia.

      community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.

      community Thoughts on Bryan Johnson’s new hair loss product?

      in Product  143 upvotes 7 months ago
      Bryan Johnson's new hair loss product, which includes peptides, is viewed skeptically by many, with concerns it may be a money grab rather than an effective treatment. Most users prefer proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, which are cheaper and have established results.