The conversation discusses a hairlossjourney using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user shares progress pictures and experiences with these treatments.
The user shared their hairlossjourney, using Minoxidil 2%, Serenoa repens, topical finasteride, a topical antiandrogen, Vitamin D, and lifestyle changes, noting improvements but still seeking more density. They are considering switching to Minoxidil 5% but prefer focusing on finasteride and antiandrogen for better results.
The user shared their hairlossjourney, using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, noting progress and some side effects like minor gynecomastia. They plan to switch fully to dutasteride while continuing minoxidil, and they experienced shedding primarily from finasteride.
The user is experiencing hairloss and is using topical finasteride, rosemary oil, caffeine, microneedling, low-level laser therapy, scalp massages, ketoconazole shampoo, and various vitamins and supplements. They are concerned about potential gynecomastia and are considering using minoxidil if current treatments do not stop hairloss or promote regrowth.
A 28-year-old male shares his hairlossjourney, starting with a hair transplant in February 2024 and using finasteride, later switching to dutasteride in January 2025. He has not used minoxidil and is satisfied with the results, despite some side effects like temporary nipple pain and a spike in libido.
A user shared their positive hairlossjourney using 1mg/day oral finasteride, showing significant improvement after 8-9 months without side effects. They expressed relief in having control over their hairloss and are open to questions about their experience.
A 29-year-old with hairloss (NW 3) uses microneedling, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering topical dutasteride after limited success with current treatments and are questioning why it's not more widely discussed.
An 18-year-old male has been using finasteride for 11 months, minoxidil since September, dutasteride weekly, chelated iron supplements, and derma rolling, but his hairloss has worsened. He switched finasteride brands from Finalo and Finbald, and is concerned about decreased hair density.
The user began experiencing hairloss at 14 and is now starting treatment at 18 with a topical solution of 10% minoxidil-finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Oral finasteride was not recommended due to potential effects on growth, and microneedling will be considered after four months.
The user noticed hair thinning during COVID, tried home remedies, and then started finasteride in March and minoxidil in August. They shared progress pictures of their hairlossjourney.
The conversation is about documenting hairloss over four years leading up to a hair transplant, with photos showing the progression. The next post will cover the experience and recovery from an FUE transplant.
The user shared their hairlossjourney, noting significant improvement after using finasteride since June 2024 and recently starting minoxidil in April 2026. They encourage others to have faith in treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or other options.
The conversation discusses a hairlossjourney over 10 months using oral minoxidil, saw palmetto, and vitamin D. The user takes oral minoxidil mainly in the mornings.
The user shared their hairloss progress over a few months using minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. They reported reduced hairloss and plan to continue their routine, possibly increasing dosages gradually.
The user successfully managed hairloss using Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and a hair mask, experiencing significant hair growth and improved density. They attribute their success to consistency, improved nutrition, and a dedicated routine.
The user experienced hair regrowth and stopped hairloss using a natural DHT blocker and later finasteride, despite initial side effects. They plan to add topical minoxidil to address remaining thin spots.
The user shared their experience transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride for hairloss treatment. They discussed the effectiveness and side effects of both medications.
A user shared their 4-year hairlossjourney, starting with finasteride and minoxidil, then adding dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved their hair. They are now considering RU58841 and a hair transplant in the future.
A 27-year-old man is fighting hairloss using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, microneedling, argan oil with rosemary extract, and plans to add RU58841 and The Ordinary hair peptide serum. He seeks advice on combining these treatments and will document his progress.
The user shared their experience with hairloss, starting with denial and progressing to treatment. They used minoxidil with some success and experienced side effects from finasteride, leading them to continue only with minoxidil and remain uncertain about future treatment options.
User experienced hairloss and tried Minoxidil, laser helmet, and Finasteride. Finasteride caused depression and sexual side effects, but user had a successful hair transplant.
The user experienced hairloss and used Minoxidil and Finasteride to improve hairline and density, but stopping Minoxidil led to a setback. They plan to continue both treatments daily to increase hair density and are considering applying Minoxidil to the entire scalp.
A person started using Minoxidil at 34 and had a hair transplant at 38, avoiding a straight hairline for a natural look and had 2200 grafts. They began taking Finasteride as a precaution, but Minoxidil did most of the work.
The user shared their hair regrowth journey since 2017, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and later feminizing HRT. Significant progress was noted after starting HRT, with continued improvement in hair texture and regrowth.
A 28-year-old woman with genetic hairloss has tried various treatments, including oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, exosome needling, and hair extensions. She plans to pause treatments for pregnancy and is concerned about potential hairloss during that time.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral finasteride and minoxidil in February 2025. They plan to stop using topical minoxidil gradually and have not experienced significant side effects from the treatment.
A user shared their 5-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride, noting significant hair improvements without side effects. Consistency, a positive mindset, and lifestyle changes like a healthier diet and better sleep were key to their success.
A 32-year-old man from Vietnam, at Norwood 7 hairloss, is using Minoxidil, Finasteride, rosemary oil, NMN, and CoQ10 to regrow hair. Despite minor improvements, alternatives like hair systems or accepting baldness are suggested due to advanced hairloss.
A 23-year-old discusses their hairloss treatment using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and topical tretinoin under medical supervision. They stress stabilizing hairloss before a hair transplant and plan to continue the regimen for at least 18 months.
The user started a hairloss treatment with oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and microneedling, later switching to oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Despite initial stabilization, shedding resumed, and the user is considering switching to dutasteride after 12 months.