A user who was able to regrow hairloss with 1mg of finasteride daily over 3 years, the effectiveness of finasteride for different races, and potential side effects associated with taking finasteride.
A user shared their successful hairloss treatment using 1.25mg finasteride daily, 2.5mm microneedling every 1-3 weeks, zinc pyrithione shampoo, occasional scalp massages, and 40% glycolic acid on temples. They reported significant progress over 21 months.
A 25-year-old is starting finasteride to address hairloss, having previously used minoxidil and other treatments. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, including initial shedding and side effects, while offering advice and support.
A 33-year-old male shares his successful hair regrowth journey using oral finasteride (1.25 mg daily) for 22 months and topical minoxidil for 10 years, along with dermarolling. He reports significant hair regrowth, no side effects, and emphasizes the importance of consistency in his routine.
A user shared their 21-month hair regrowth journey using oral Finasteride 1mg daily and Minoxidil 5% topical applications. Despite initial discouragement due to slow progress, they saw significant improvement, reducing the need for a hair transplant to minor fill-ins at the front hairline.
A 21-year-old is experiencing hair thinning at the crown and has seen improvement with Minoxidil. They are considering adding Finasteride to stabilize hairloss but are concerned about potential side effects.
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hairloss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
Low-Butterscotch-608's progress in treating their hairloss with finasteride and minoxidil over the course of two years, as well as opinions on whether they should consider a hair transplant to address further receding. Replies included advice about adding microneedling to the protocol.
User shares 10-year experience using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hairloss with positive results and no significant side effects. Others suggest consistency, microneedling, and considering hair transplants.
A 24-year-old scaled his company to over $100k MRR but experienced hairloss, attributing it to stress and genetics despite using treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil. Many suggest embracing baldness, focusing on health, or considering additional treatments like Finasteride, while others debate the impact of stress versus genetics on hairloss.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 2.5 mg minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride prescribed by a dermatologist, with no negative side effects reported. The progress has inspired others to try similar treatments for hairloss.
Buzzing hair can improve mental health and make applying treatments like Minoxidil and microneedling easier. It helps with self-acceptance and reduces the impact of hairloss on appearance.
The user has been using 1 mg oral finasteride for 16 months to slow hairloss and is considering switching to dutasteride due to continued hair shedding. They are avoiding oral minoxidil due to potential side effects and are exploring other options with a dermatologist.
The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with hairloss treatments, including Duoxidil, oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and biotin, noting no side effects and effective results. The user plans to start a new cycle of Dutasteride and PRP sessions.
A 33-year-old woman shared her successful hair regrowth journey using topical Minoxidil 5% once daily, resulting in thicker hair and increased confidence. She avoided oral treatments like finasteride due to potential side effects and focused on consistent application of Minoxidil.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hairloss, showing good progress without significant side effects. They plan to have a hair transplant in March and hope to eventually stop using oral minoxidil.
A user shared their 46-day progress using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hairloss, noting significant improvement and no major side effects. They advised ensuring dermatologists understand diffuse thinning and expressed disappointment with their initial dermatologist's recommendations.
Most people using finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride for hairloss experience maintenance or regrowth, but they often don't discuss it publicly. Online forums may not accurately represent the typical success rates, as satisfied users rarely share their positive outcomes.
The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hairloss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.
A 29-year-old man used oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hairloss, seeing significant regrowth, especially in the crown area, but plans a hair transplant for the temples. Users suggest waiting longer before a hair transplant and trying additional treatments like microneedling and topical Minoxidil.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of 5% versus 10% minoxidil, especially when combined with tretinoin, for hairloss treatment. The user is also using oral minoxidil, derma stamping, and has previously used finasteride, but is unsure of the results.
A 28-year-old shared his 2-year hairloss treatment progress using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and Revita shampoo. He saw significant improvement, especially with minoxidil and dermarolling, and stressed consistency.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of combining tretinoin with minoxidil for hairloss. The user notes better results from microneedling rather than the tretinoin and minoxidil combo.
A user shared their 11-year journey with alopecia, using finasteride, dutasteride, and a hair transplant. They encouraged others not to panic, noting that hair miniaturization can take over 15 years to complete.
A 37-year-old man shared his 8-month hairloss treatment progress using 1.25 mg finasteride, daily minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and weekly dermarolling. He started finasteride in November 2023 and added minoxidil in January 2024.
A 19-year-old male shared progress pictures showing hairloss and regrowth after using minoxidil and dutasteride. He also mentioned experiencing hair growth on his face and is taking accutane for his skin.
The conversation is about hair shedding while using finasteride. One user experienced increased hairloss, while another had no shedding but also no regrowth with finasteride and minoxidil.
A user shared their 3-year experience using finasteride for hairloss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They are now starting dutasteride and plan to update on progress in a year.
A user reports hair regrowth and thickening after 3.5 months using oral dutasteride (0.5mg) and oral minoxidil (5mg). They express gratitude for the information received from the community about hairloss treatments.
The user started using minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss but stopped minoxidil due to scalp issues and tinnitus. They experienced testicular pain, shedding, and side effects like itchy chest and watery sperm, but noticed considerable hair regrowth except at the temples.