User noticed beard and sideburn hair loss, and thinning eyebrows, diagnosed with alopecia barbae and male pattern baldness, and prescribed Desonide cream. User seeks feedback on Desonide cream.
Hair loss is influenced by genetics and sensitivity to hormones like DHT. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used, and baldness persists as it doesn't affect reproductive success.
Oral minoxidil can cause multiple facialhairs to grow from one follicle, known as Pili Multigemini, leading to ingrown hairs and zits. Users report increased facial and body hair growth, with some experiencing fewer issues after switching to dutasteride.
Dutasteride may not effectively stop scalp hair loss and can cause thinning of facial and body hair, including eyebrows. Users suggest considering other causes like autoimmune conditions or vitamin deficiencies and exploring treatments like finasteride or minoxidil.
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This user has been taking finasteride for 22 months and minoxidil for 1 year to reduce hair loss, with apparent success; they have also avoided tight cornrow hairstyles to further protect their hairline.
User shows temple area progress after hair transplant, using DUT every other day and oral Min 2.5 daily. Another user asks about number of grafts and cost.
A 25-year-old is frustrated with hair loss and inability to grow facialhair despite using oral finasteride and minoxidil for over a year. Suggestions include trying topical treatments, considering a hair system, or seeking professional help for mental health.
The user has been using HIMS topical finasteride and minoxidil spray for hair loss, with positive results but still seeks improvement at the crown and corners. They are considering reintroducing derma rolling and possibly trying oral treatments like dutasteride due to concerns about shedding and irritation.
User shared progress in treating hair loss and improving skin, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and skin care regimen. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about costs and side effects.
This user, "ediblediety", has been taking oral minoxidil (1.25 mg daily), keto shampoo and occasional derm-rolling for 4 months to treat their hair loss, and they have experienced a shedding phase after the first few weeks of use. They report improvements in the thickness of their facial and body hair, but note that this may be daunting to women.
Progress in hair loss recovery over the course of one year, using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Suggestions were made to try topical finasteride and minoxidil with microneedling, and other factors such as stress, iron, nutrition discussed.
Finasteride can increase body and facialhair growth due to increased testosterone, despite its intended use to reduce hair loss on the scalp. Some users consider trying topical finasteride for less systemic impact, while others report mixed results and side effects.
The user improved their hair loss using finasteride, switched to dutasteride, micro-needling, Nizoral shampoo, and changed from topical to oral minoxidil, resulting in thicker hair, eyebrows, beard, and body hair. Commenters are impressed with the transformation, some mistaking the before and after photos for different people, and the user reports no side effects from the treatments.
Hair loss discussion mentions Native Americans' resistance to male pattern baldness and lack of facialhair. Users discuss genetics, sun exposure, and potential treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
Joe Biden aged significantly between ages 25 and 30, with noticeable changes in hair and facial features. He had a hair transplant, but it's unclear if he used Minoxidil or Finasteride.
Some men look better with shaved heads due to facial features and low body fat, while others believe a perfect hairline enhances attractiveness. Treatments like finasteride might be used to maintain a perfect hairline.
A user reported significant facial aging after using minoxidil for hair loss, despite a good skincare routine and healthy lifestyle. They plan to switch to dutasteride and possibly stop minoxidil.
A user shared their hair regrowth journey using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Biotin, and B-Complex, along with exercise, resulting in significant hair and facialhair growth. Others in the conversation expressed encouragement and shared similar experiences.
A user shared their 7-month hairline recovery using 1 mg finasteride and 5 mg minoxidil daily. They experienced significant hair growth, including unwanted facialhair, and discussed potential side effects and dosage adjustments with others.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using Minoxidil for over a year and Finasteride for 8 months. They use a topical spray of Minoxidil twice a day and have seen positive changes in hair density and appearance.
The conversation is about a user's progress in treating hair loss using 1 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil, showing significant improvement over three years despite initial setbacks. Users discuss side effects, with some expressing concerns about finasteride, but others report positive experiences and encourage its use.
The user "PowerfulAide6677" shared progress pictures of their hair loss journey, mentioning that they have been on finasteride for 8 years and are considering adding oral minoxidil to fill in their hairline. Some users advised against adding oral minoxidil, suggesting that the user's current maintenance with finasteride is sufficient.
A user who has been shaving his head for 15 years looking for potential treatments to regrow hair; the replies range from advice to try out medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, to suggestions of changing up his look with facialhair or hobbies.
Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil use, with suggestions to reduce dosage or switch to finasteride. Users recommend hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, or electrolysis to manage excess facialhair.
The user experienced noticeable hair thickening after 75 days using 5mg oral minoxidil, 1.25mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and weekly dermastamping. They also reported increased body and facialhair growth.
Exploring the idea of using facialhair properties for scalp regeneration in male pattern baldness, considering the potential of transferring androgen-resistant characteristics from facialhair to the scalp. Challenges include complexity, scalability, aesthetics, and safety, but the concept encourages innovative thinking beyond current treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and hair transplants.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and healthier hair after two months of using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, despite an initial shedding phase. They reported no negative effects on their beard or facial bloating and were surprised by the quick results.
A 23-year-old male has been using 1.1mg finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil for 4 months and is questioning if he has experienced hair regrowth. He reports some thickening of arm and facialhair but no serious side effects.
A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hair growth and shedding. Minoxidil caused new facialhair growth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.
Beard gains from minoxidil are usually permanent due to facialhair follicles' lower sensitivity to DHT. Scalp hair requires ongoing DHT suppression with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 to maintain gains after stopping minoxidil.