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      community hairline resurrection — 2 months before/after [5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride everyday, 2% keto shampoo every three days, weekly 0.5mm dermarolling]

      in Progress Pictures  482 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation was about a user named Substantial_Pen_1099 who has been using an regimen of 5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride everyday, 2% keto shampoo every three days, and weekly 0.5mm dermarolling for hair loss treatment over the course of 3 months. Others in the conversation expressed disbelief at their progress, to which Substantial_Pen_1099 provided video proof as evidence.

      community [M19] Before and After Treatment

      in Progress Pictures 3 years ago
      A user's progress pictures showing the results of taking Fin (0.5 mg per day), Min (5 mg per day) and microneedling with Dr. Pen Ultima M8; another user asked when the regrowth was noticed, and commented on the hair appearing darker.

      community 6 Month Update: Finasteride 1mg + Minoxidil + Nizoral

      in Progress Pictures  312 upvotes 3 years ago
      With some minox This conversation is about a user, Jmilei, who has been using the "big three" hair loss treatments (Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole) for five years. After taking a two year break from treatment, they have recently restarted their regime and noticed results in the fourth month.

      community My experience with 1mg fin eod

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 30-year-old man shared his experience with finasteride, taking 1mg every other day, which led to sexual side effects and other issues, prompting him to stop the treatment despite initial hair improvement. He previously tried natural methods and minoxidil without much success and is now considering a buzzcut.

      community 6 months on the sauce- Min,Fin,DR

      in Progress Pictures  633 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's successful 6-month journey with Minoxidil, Finasteride and 0.05 Derma Rolling to regain their hairline, eyebrows, facial hair and overall youthful look. They also discussed the use of topical minoxidil for eyebrow thickening, as well as other skincare routines and healthy lifestyle habits.

      community 2 months on minoxidil 5% GOOD RESULTS?

      in Progress Pictures 3 years ago
      Asteride into your routine In this conversation, the user Icy-Indication267 was asking when they should start finasteride to treat their hair loss, which had responded well to minoxidil after two months. Other users shared advice on incorporating micro-needling and topical finasteride into their routine for optimal results.

      community Why are low finasteride doses seen as highly ineffective, when studies show 0.05 mg/day to work?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  38 upvotes 3 years ago
      The efficacy of low doses of finasteride to reduce scalp DHT, and whether studies showing a 61% reduction are reflected in actual results. Replies discussed hair growth as an unintended consequence of minoxidil and finasteride use, as well as self-selective bias, potential side effects, and that studies measure effectiveness by hair count changes rather than DHT inhibition.

      community Why is human evolution like this 😂

      in Chat 4 years ago
      Why androgenic alopecia affects the scalp rather than other body parts, potential explanations for this phenomenon, treatments available to combat hair loss, and the implications of male attractiveness in modern society.

      community 1 yr on fin, min & dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  493 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 Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I

      in Update  118 upvotes 5 years ago
      A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hair loss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.

      community Reaching the End

      in Update  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      User tried dutasteride, topical finasteride, oral minox, dermawounding, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and ketacozonole for hair loss. Improvement was temporary, now trying RU58841 and seeking help.

      community 1MG Fin 14 Months Results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  160 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user's 14-month journey with finasteride, microneedling, and Nizoral to treat hair loss. They experienced some side effects such as ball ache, needing to pee constantly, and less semen, but the results were generally positive.

      community Natural DHT Blockers instead of fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, beta sitosterol, pumpkin seed oil, pygeum africanum bark, and nettle root as alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness. Some users report minimal improvement with natural options and better results with finasteride or dutasteride, despite concerns about potential side effects.

      community JXL082 is not PP405 and Everychem followed the wrong lead

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 10 months ago
      JXL082 is not the same as PP405, leading to a halt in sales and a plan to synthesize the real PP405. There is skepticism about the safety and effectiveness of JXL082 and PP405, with concerns about patent issues and the long-term impact on hair growth.

      community Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  194 upvotes 2 years ago
      A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.

      community May 2022 - September 2022. 4 month results on 2x daily minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral 2x weekly. Taken in the same office to try and keep lighting consistent.

      in Progress Pictures  636 upvotes 3 years ago
      Vat-R-U-Talkin-About: I'm not sure that wearing a hat would have an effect on either Minoxidil or Finasteride. It may be worth experimenting with not wearing one for a few weeks to see if it makes any difference. This conversation is about a user's progress pictures four months into taking minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral twice weekly to treat hair loss; others shared their experiences and offered advice on how to improve the treatment.

      community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.

      in Treatment  55 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.

      community Warning: Him's fraudulently reactivated subscription and refused to refund.

      in Treatment  215 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hims reactivated a subscription without consent, leading to unauthorized charges for Finasteride and Minoxidil products, and refused to issue a refund until a bank dispute was filed. Users discussed alternative, cheaper sources for these treatments and shared similar negative experiences with Hims.

      community Do you think clascoterone is overhyped

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 1 month ago
      Clascoterone is considered overhyped and not as effective as finasteride or dutasteride, but it may be useful as a supportive treatment in combination with other therapies. Users express skepticism about its effectiveness compared to clinical trials, with some suggesting it could be beneficial for those who cannot tolerate other treatments.

      community Im struggling with sebderm need help

      in Product  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is struggling with seborrheic dermatitis and plans to try ciclopirox olamine after finding ketoconazole too drying. They are also using finasteride daily.

      community 6 Months in. Stick with it Fin? Or switch to Dut?

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old man has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for six months and is considering switching to dutasteride due to concerns about shedding and lack of response. Users suggest continuing with finasteride, trying micro-needling, or cautiously adding dutasteride while monitoring for side effects.

      community Opinions on Scalp fibrosis and DHT?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the theory that scalp fibrosis contributes to male pattern baldness (MPB) by increasing DHT concentration, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil. The user seeks opinions on the theory and the effectiveness of scalp massages.

      community Apparently you can try PP405 right now!?

      in Research/Science  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is likely a scam, with concerns about its legitimacy and safety, as it may cause unintended tissue growth. Users suggest sticking to known treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.