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      community 12 months of progress on fin (and 10 months microneedling)

      in Update  364 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hair loss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.

      community Progress pics Nov 23 to Nov 24

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral dutasteride and minoxidil, with plans to add RU58841, to improve hair growth and address a stubborn bald spot. Despite initial shedding, the user noticed thicker, darker hair and plans to continue the treatment or consider a hair transplant.

      community My endless RU58841 cycle [experience thread)

      in Update  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss and itching after stopping RU58841 and resumed it to stop these symptoms. They also use Dutasteride and question which treatment is effective.

      community Update - December 2024 to May 2026. Topical fin/min

      in Update  965 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a nightly topical spray with 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, without side effects. Noticeable improvements were seen within three months, with continued progress over time.

      community Fallopia multiflora (Fo-Ti) for Hair Regrowth?

       3 upvotes 12 years ago
      Fo-Ti is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, but its effectiveness is questioned. Users express skepticism and caution about its use.

      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.

      community Oral Minoxidil stopped my growth?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user switched from topical to oral Minoxidil and is experiencing hair shedding without significant regrowth, despite using Finasteride and Dutasteride. They are considering whether their body isn't responding to oral Minoxidil and are exploring options like dermarolling.

      community Fin, Dut, Min and microneedling after 1 year! (26yo)

      in Satire  2264 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. The user shares progress and thanks the pharmaceutical industry, with comments on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.
      6 months Fin + Min progress

      community 6 months Fin + Min progress

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old has been using finasteride and minoxidil tablets for over six months with minimal hair improvement. They also use topical minoxidil twice daily and recently started derma rolling, questioning if a hair transplant is necessary.

      community Approach: starting with dut then came om finestride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user initially used dutasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins, then switched to finasteride but experienced side effects and hair loss. They found better results with a natural supplement containing stinging nettle and beta-sitosterol, reporting thicker hair without side effects.

      community Crown progress Nov 2024 to March 2025. Full recovery possible?

      in Progress Pictures  279 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old is using liposomal topical finasteride/minoxidil and low-level light therapy (LLLT) to improve hair growth, showing significant progress in crown recovery. The user prefers liposomal topicals to avoid side effects from oral finasteride and uses the iRestore Essential device for LLLT.

      community Fin/min Progress April - December 2024

      in Progress Pictures  255 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and Rogaine minoxidil 5% foam twice a day, along with vitamin D supplementation. They also managed stress through lifestyle changes like exercise, quitting nicotine, and improving sleep.

      community nutrafol actually working somehow??

      in Update  19 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports significant improvement in scalp thinning after nearly 2 months of using Nutrafol, along with derma rolling and weekly rosemary oil application. Another user suggests the success might be due to saw palmetto in Nutrafol and shares their own experience of maintaining hair without finasteride.

      community Switching from Finasteride to RU58841?

      in General  168 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including cognitive and sexual issues, despite its effectiveness for hair growth. They are considering switching to RU58841 and seek insights from others who have made a similar change.

      community Oral Min/Fin & Topical Min (November 2024 - January 2026)

      in Treatment  46 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user followed a hair loss treatment routine using liquid minoxidil, oral minoxidil, and oral finasteride, with plans to stop topical minoxidil by mid-2026. They experienced significant improvement, especially in the crown area, after starting oral minoxidil.

      community Wrap it up everyone. CB-03-01 is another failed treatment

      in Treatment  80 upvotes 9 months ago
      CB-03-01 is considered a failed treatment for hair loss, with future hopes pinned on PP-405 and GT-20029, expected by 2030. Alternatives like hair transplants and SMP are discussed, while some users express frustration over the slow progress of treatments like Breezula.
      Last Attempt at Fighting The Curse

      community Last Attempt at Fighting The Curse

      in General  210 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and clobetasol, along with needling, to combat hair loss. They are considering stopping treatment if no improvement is seen.

      community Microneedling Only Results?? (No fin/minox)

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The post discusses using microneedling alone for hair regrowth without finasteride or minoxidil due to side effects and dependency concerns. The user is also considering the "Zix" formula, acetic acid, topical zinc solutions, and lithium chloride.

      community Aggressive diffuse thinning after 1 year of fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing aggressive diffuse thinning despite using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice, microneedling, and Nizoral for seborrheic dermatitis. They are considering switching to dutasteride or RU58841 but are advised to seek a second opinion to determine the cause of hair loss.

      community Microneedling makes a difference. Non responders, please read

      in Microneedling  66 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 48-year-old who had been thinning since 25 and reached NW4-5 baldness saw no improvement with 1mg/day finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice a day after 8 months. After copying another person's routine, they now use 0.5mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, daily microneedling with 0.5mm and 1mm once a week, and apply minoxidil twice daily, resulting in baby hairs on their bald spot and temples after three months.