community Hair gel makes my hair look terribly unhealthy?!
Avoid hair gel; use sea salt spray, matte clay, or styling powder for volume. Use finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss.
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240-270 / 1000+ resultscommunity How do athletes maintain their hair transplants? Or do they not?
Athletes often use finasteride to maintain hair transplants, but some avoid it due to potential hormonal effects. Notable examples include Mo Salah and Conor McGregor, while LeBron James has had multiple procedures with varying success.
community How to apply topical Fin with this cone? Feel like everything is stuck on my hair and does not reach my scalp. Feels less effective than oral fin.
The conversation discusses switching from oral to topical finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about application methods and side effects like dizziness and low energy. Users suggest mixing finasteride with minoxidil for better scalp coverage and dosage control.
community Fin shed is no joke. This is from running my hand through my hair on my way home
The conversation is about hair shedding experienced while using finasteride (fin) for hair loss treatment. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil (min), and other treatments, noting that shedding is often a sign that the treatment is working.
community I must not fear. Fear is the hair-killer.
The conversation humorously discusses using finasteride to combat hair loss, referencing "Dune" themes. Users agree that finasteride is essential for maintaining hair.
community Tom Cruise at the Mission Impossible premiere hair.(He's 61 y/o)
The conversation speculates on whether Tom Cruise uses hair loss treatments like Finasteride or Dutasteride, with some suggesting he naturally has good hair like Brad Pitt, while others joke about Scientology or genetics playing a role. Specific treatments mentioned include Finasteride, Dutasteride, and possibly high-quality hair products or procedures like PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma).
community Planning to for Hair transplant
The conversation is about someone considering a hair transplant due to ineffective hair loss treatments, with suggestions ranging from trying a hairpiece to continuing with medications like finasteride and minoxidil, and waiting for new treatments. Some advise against a transplant due to the extent of hair loss and the cost, while others share different views on the effectiveness of transplants and non-surgical options.
community Did anyone try natural hair masks while on Finasteride?
The conversation is about using natural hair masks like red hot pepper, aloe vera, onion juice, mint oil, and valerian root alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user is asking if anyone has tried these and seen positive effects.
community Did anyone try natural hair masks while on Finasteride?
The conversation is about using natural hair masks like red hot pepper, aloe vera, onion juice, mint oil, and valerian root alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user is asking if anyone has tried these and seen positive effects.
community 3 years on fin and 1 year on min. Diffuse thinner Asian hair. More hair than high school.
A user's experience with using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss; they experienced minimal regrowth with finasteride alone, but significant regrowth with the combination of finasteride and minoxidil.
community People that lost more hair on creatine, were you taking fin/dut also?
Creatine may cause hair thinning for some, but experiences vary. Some users on finasteride report no hair loss from creatine, while others notice shedding that reverses after stopping creatine.
community 11.5 Months after Hair Transplant – 3361 grafts – Dr. Thiago Bianco Leal
A hair transplant of 3361 grafts, 11.5 months after the procedure, that resulted in a very natural looking NW1 hairline; the person who underwent this procedure has not experienced any hair loss and is expecting to have no future hairloss either.
community Dutasteride absolutely nukes hair DHT
Dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels, potentially more effectively than finasteride, and is used to treat hair loss. Some users report side effects like reduced libido and mood changes, while others experience hair regrowth and increased testosterone.
community Spending $10K on a hair transplant in the U.S. vs $5,000 for one in Turkey
Hair transplants cost more in the U.S. than in Turkey, but quality varies. Proper research is essential, as aggressive transplants can exhaust donor hair, and finasteride only slows hair loss.
community 4 years doing treatment. Should I get an hair transplant?
A 27-year-old using minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss has seen significant improvement but is considering a hair transplant for a more defined hairline. Most responses suggest the hair looks good, advise against a transplant, and recommend patience or trying microneedling or tretinoin.
community Is the "losing 100 hair a day is normal" not what it seems?
The conversation questions the accuracy of the "losing 100 hairs a day is normal" claim, with users sharing personal experiences of hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil.
community Why does it seem like everyone has a full head of hair when out?
The conversation is about individuals noticing others with full hair while experiencing their own hair loss. Some use treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, while others joke about noticing receding hairlines or suggest that hats and wigs are used to hide baldness.
community Medications that cause extra hair growth
The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.
community POV: you listened to No village on tressless and stuck with it. Hey brothas, I’ve officially hit a year on fin and soon will be hitting 6 months on min. I got zero progress in my hair line but my density is much better and managable. I appreciate u guys alot.
The user "Mysterious_Aspect364" shared their progress with hair loss treatments. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year and six months respectively. The replies mostly congratulate the user on their progress and suggest using a dermaroller with 1.0 needles on the hairline combined with minoxidil.
community Anyone else’s loved ones just blatantly gaslight you over your hair ?
User discusses resentment towards people who dismissed their hair loss concerns and continued to do so even after a specialist confirmed it. Others share similar experiences and discuss the impact of hair loss on self-esteem and societal perceptions.
community 3 Weeks After the Hair Transplant (before the ugly duckling phase). In my 20s, got some hope back
A user who underwent a hair transplant in their twenties and are now discussing the best treatments for long-term management of hair loss, such as finasteride and Minoxidil, as well as potential alternative treatment options like RU58841.
community Verteporfin update - donor hair regeneration human trial
A human trial of verteporfin, a potential treatment for hair loss, with some users noting potential improvements in scarring and overall healing compared to control areas.
community On Fin 5 days a week and dut twice a week and still rapidly losing hair. HOW?? 9 months on fin!
A user using finasteride and dutasteride to treat hair loss, but still losing hair rapidly after stopping minoxidil. Replies suggest that the user should try oral minoxidil or switch to dutasteride for better results.
community For what it's worth, I just want to state that I also think that adding Dutasteride to Finasteride has made my hair worse
A user shared that adding Dutasteride to Finasteride worsened their hair loss, despite initial improvements with Finasteride alone. Others in the conversation debated the effectiveness of Dutasteride, with some suggesting individual responses vary and others defending its proven efficacy for hair loss.
community Hate how younger generation makes hair seem more important than it is
A 25-year-old man is worried about his girlfriend noticing his balding and is frustrated by society's focus on looks. He uses minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride for hair loss and considers being honest with her.
community 5 years post hair transplant, 3 months on minoxidil only
The user had a hair transplant five years ago and started using minoxidil three months ago. Commenters recommend adding finasteride or other DHT blockers to prevent further hair loss and maintain results.
community 5 years on finasteride and min, continued loss with pics, what do I do from here? age: 34
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for five years but continues to experience hair thinning and density loss. They are considering switching to dutasteride for potentially better results.
community People need to start accepting that only medical therapy (Fin/Dut) can save your hair in the long run.
Minoxidil can regrow hair but doesn't address the underlying issue of DHT, leading to continued hair loss. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, mentioning side effects, personal outcomes, and alternatives like microdosing topical finasteride.
community Do those silicone scalp massagers help or hurt hair?
Using a silicone scalp massager may cause hair shedding, but it could also stimulate blood flow and help with scalp conditions. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, with mixed results on regrowth and maintenance.
community Started aggressively losing my hair at 16 and I'm now 30
The user started losing their hair at 16 and got a hair transplant. They used Minoxidil and finasteride as treatments. The transplant has held up well and they have not experienced graft loss.