community Minoxidil shed is absolutely brutal
Minoxidil and finasteride are used for hair regrowth, but initial shedding can be distressing. Consistent use is important, and many users eventually see regrowth and thickening.
Search
for
Sort by
Community Join
990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity M35 5 months progress with fin/min topical
A user shared their 5-month progress using a topical treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, and retinoic acid, noting some hair growth but also shedding. Another user encouraged them, sharing their own experience of gradual improvement over 12 months and advising patience.
community 3 Months of Fin + Minox + Nizoral + Dermarolling Once a Week.
User shares 3-month progress using Fin, Minox, Nizoral, and dermarolling for hair loss. Others praise results, discuss dermarolling, and suggest continued treatment for full coverage.
community I just want to look normal!
The user is frustrated with no hair growth despite using Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole, derma rolling, head massages, Biotin, collagen supplements, multivitamins, and drinking a gallon of water daily. Another user mentioned that the original poster had previously reported significant progress.
community 3 Month Progress - Topical Fin & Min
A 24-year-old user shared their 3-month progress using a topical spray containing 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, along with dermarolling and Nizoral shampoo, reporting reduced shedding and signs of hair regrowth. They emphasized consistency in their routine and noted no side effects, expressing optimism about future results.
community 20M Month 0 - Month 3 of minox, weekly microneedle, biotin, vitamin d3, rosemary oil, saw palmeto shampoo
A 20-year-old using minoxidil, weekly microneedling, biotin, vitamin D3, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto shampoo for hair regrowth. The user is in the shedding phase and hopes for better results in months 3-6.
community My temples after 2.5 months on oral fin/dut, ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil, tretinoin and dermarolling
The user shared progress pictures showing improved hair growth at the temples after 2.5 months using oral finasteride/dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil, tretinoin, and dermarolling. The user reported no side effects from the medications and noted inconsistent microneedling.
community Almost 7 months of Topical Fin + Min
A 24-year-old shared their 7-month progress using a topical solution of finasteride 0.1%, minoxidil 5%, and hydrocortisone butyrate 0.08%, along with ketoconazole shampoo, to treat hair loss, reporting no side effects and noticeable hair improvement. They also take vitamin D and biotin supplements, use a dermastamp, and manage Hashimoto's without thyroid medication.
community 30M, 77days progress, Oral Finasteride, Topical Minoxidil 5% + 0,5mm Derma roller twice a week
A 30-year-old male is experiencing some hair regrowth after 77 days using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil 5%, and a 0.5mm derma roller twice a week. Users note small hairs filling previously smooth spots, but it's too early to determine full regrowth potential.
community 5 Months – Topical Fin (0.3%), Min (6%), Microneedle Weekly 1.5mm, 40 y/o
A user's progress with hair loss treatments over 5 months, using topical finasteride (0.3%) and minoxidil (6%), as well as weekly microneedling sessions; other users have asked questions about the results and offered compliments.