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      community Drastic and sudden change in hair loss condition

      in General  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair loss and scalp itchiness despite using finasteride and plans to resume minoxidil and start microneedling. They are considering using clay, Aveda thickening tonic, and a beanie to manage the appearance of thinning hair.

      community 3.5 months progress - hairline

      in Progress Pictures  88 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user stopped using topical minoxidil and finasteride after 2.5 months and switched to oral finasteride, 1mg daily, and did microneedling 1.5mm seven times. They experienced occasional sleep issues and watery semen as side effects, which stopped after discontinuing the topical treatment.

      community Kind of cool early Fin + Min update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user noticed new dark hairs growing in previously bald areas after using oral finasteride and minoxidil for a month. They are pleased with the progress and find it interesting, even though they are content with a shaved head.

      community Heavy shedding 10 months after HT

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced heavy shedding 10 months after a hair transplant and used a topical solution of Minoxidil and Finasteride, later switching to Finoduta. They also dealt with a dry scalp and greasy hair, using various shampoos and conditioners, and sought advice on whether the shedding was normal and how to manage the dry scalp.

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

      in Progress Pictures  44 upvotes 3 months 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 + 5 years Finasteride and dermarroll journey PICS and ACTUAL DILEMMA

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced improved hair density and thickness after using finasteride and dermarolling for 2.5 years but noticed hair loss when doing anaerobic exercise. They increased their finasteride dose and continued dermarolling but are considering not starting minoxidil due to its perceived hassle and uncertain long-term benefits.

      community 3.5 month update! (Fin, Min, Microneedling)

      in Progress Pictures  321 upvotes 3 years ago
      BackToTheFutehair's 3.5 month progress update on their hair loss treatment regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling which has led to a significant improvement in thickness and life to the hair. Others have provided encouragement and advice for future treatments.

      community Fighting Seb Derm + MPB - Winning

      in Progress Pictures  74 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user successfully managed hair regrowth by using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and specific shampoos to treat seborrheic dermatitis. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy scalp and are considering food intolerance tests to further address inflammation.

      community Progress finally (?) 4 months left & right temple

      in Is this regrowth?  38 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for two years without results and recently started a new routine involving derma stamping, retinol, and minoxidil, which seems to show progress. The user microneedles about half the week and uses L’Oréal night serum for retinol.

      community Are Derma Rollers Actually Harmful in the Long Run?

      in Microneedling  40 upvotes 1 year ago
      Derma rollers may cause scarring alopecia, leading some to prefer dermastamps or dermapens for microneedling. Combining minoxidil with microneedling is effective, but proper technique and healing time are essential to prevent damage.

      community Update 7 months post op HT from Dr.Serkan Aygin 3100 total grafts…Topical Fin/Min + Men’s Viviscal,Biotin and it’s a 10 sulfate free shampoo mixed with Nizoral and I added donor area photos too this time. Enjoy and wish you the best.

      in Transplants  53 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 7-month update from Markoj44 regarding their hair transplant results, which includes the use of topical finasteride and minoxidil in combination with Viviscal, biotin, Nizoral shampoo, and donor area photos. People responded positively to the post.

      community Doctor said I was screwed: 3 months update

      in Progress Pictures  263 upvotes 9 months ago
      After 3 months of using minoxidil and finasteride, OP experienced significant hair regrowth despite initial skepticism from their doctor. Many users commented on the impressive progress and discussed the common issue of posting "after" pictures before "before" pictures.

      community Feel like I'm a reasonably good responder

      in Is this regrowth?  274 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "OP" reported significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping. OP experienced initial shedding but no other side effects.

      community Goodbye tressless. I’ve decided to give in to my hairloss.

      in Update  597 upvotes 3 years ago
      Kitchen_Plastic_2847 had been fighting hair loss since 2019-2020 and was initially successful in regrowing his hair with finasteride. However, after contracting Covid three times back to back at the start of 2021, he started to lose his hair again. He found a new dermatologist who prescribed him oral minoxidil along with finasteride, but eventually decided it wasn't worth spending all the money to try and save his hair.

      community Crown recovery - November 2024 to now. Crazy!

      in Progress Pictures  2117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old shared their hair recovery progress using a liposomal topical finasteride/minoxidil solution, LLLT helmet, and vitamins, noting that transplants were only on the hairline. They highlighted the effectiveness of their regimen and addressed skepticism with photos.

      community Tips/Advice on current situation aside from shaving bald

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced worse hair after removing a wig system and has been using Hairband 82 Comfort Flex, Hair Max supplements, dermarolling, and a scalp massager for 4 months without clear results. They are hesitant to use Minoxidil due to shedding concerns and avoid finasteride due to side effects, preferring Saw Palmetto instead.

      community The Theory of BURN THE SCALP. !! PHOTOS ¡¡

      in Update  73 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a user's unconventional hair loss treatment involving scalp massage, dermastamping, and pouring hot water to induce a burning sensation, with a warning not to try it without further evidence. Other users suggest more traditional treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, while expressing skepticism and concern about the hot water method.

      community 35M Hair transplant experience in TJ Mexico crosspost

      in Transplants  15 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 35-year-old man shared his hair transplant experience in Tijuana, Mexico, choosing Artline for 5,000 grafts at a lower cost than U.S. clinics. He plans to use topical minoxidil and possibly microneedling for better results.

      community [M25] About a year on fin/min/microneedling progress pics

      in Progress Pictures  389 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old shared progress after a year using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, noting significant hair improvement despite periodic shedding. The user experienced body hair loss as a side effect but reported no other issues and plans to continue the treatment.

      community Quercetin got rid of my scalp soreness

      in Chat  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      Quercetin reduced scalp soreness and may help with histamine-related hair loss. The soreness felt like inflamed follicles beneath the scalp surface.

      community Before and after pics with Microneedling + possible confounds

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced hairline improvement using microneedling once a month with a 12-pin set at 1.5-2.0mm and taking Tru Niagen, alongside a heavily modified diet. They attribute the slow hairline improvement to environmental factors, particularly diet, rather than solely genetic factors.

      community TCA 35% chemical peel, don't try this shit at home.

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a TCA 35% chemical peel on the scalp to potentially improve hair growth by addressing fibrosis and enhancing the effectiveness of topical treatments. The user also mentions trying microneedling and other methods like topical metformin and dutasteride for hair regrowth.

      community Has anyone experienced burning scalp after chemical damage (perm)?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user experienced burning, itching, and soreness on their scalp after a perm in 2021, despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are seeking advice on whether to pursue further medical tests or consult a neurologist for nerve pain.