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      community 3-ish month Progress and Treatment Testimonial

      in Progress  29 upvotes 6 years ago
      User experienced significant hair loss and tried treatments including Finasteride, Minoxidil, scalp massages, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. After focusing on overall physical and mental health, user saw dramatic improvement in hair growth.

      community Topical Min 5% - Keto 2% shampoo 2x week - Tretnoin 0.025% - 6 Months update

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical Minoxidil 5%, Keto 2% shampoo, and Tretinoin 0.025% for six months, with plans to start topical Finasteride 0.1% soon. They are advised to focus on DHT blockers like Finasteride and consider additional tests and supplements to address potential deficiencies and scalp health.

      community Hairloss has destroyed my Life completely

      in Chat  339 upvotes 9 months ago
      A young person is distressed about rapid hair loss despite using finasteride and recently starting oral minoxidil. Many suggest continuing treatment, considering dutasteride, and seeking therapy for mental health support.

      community Huge shed on finasteride progress pictures.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding after switching from minoxidil to oral finasteride for hair loss treatment. Despite being healthy and using finasteride for nearly 100 days, he noticed increased shedding and is seeking support and success stories from others.

      community 20M Losing/lost hope, have tried everything

      in Chat  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has tried oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and is considering dutasteride and a hair transplant. They feel frustrated and hopeless due to the lack of results and its effect on their mental health.

      community Am I Making A Slow Comeback? 22M

      in Progress Pictures  44 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a regimen including topical finasteride, ketoconazole, melatonin, keto shampoo, pyrilutamide, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss, and is considering switching to oral finasteride for convenience and potentially better results. Some users suggest switching to oral finasteride and checking for health issues like nutrient absorption, while others note maintenance or slight improvement in hair thickness.

      community Almost 3 years of dht blockers and my ups and downs

      in Is this regrowth?  74 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss starting at 16 and used finasteride and minoxidil, later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved hair thickness after an initial shedding phase. The user also noted the importance of using shampoo to manage dermatitis and maintain scalp health.

      community New hairline who's dis? Pics included

      in Progress Pictures  495 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared positive progress in hair regrowth using dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and Keeps shampoo, with a unique minoxidil application schedule and glycolic acid exfoliation to maintain scalp health. They reported no side effects from dutasteride and are pleased with the results.

      community For all those worried about a minoxidil break

      in Minoxidil  342 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stopping minoxidil can lead to significant hair loss, but resuming it along with finasteride can help regain lost hair over time. Consistency is key for maintaining hair health and regrowth.

      community CTE and lots of shedding for over a year

      in Female  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user has experienced severe hair shedding since stopping birth control in late 2022, diagnosed as telogen effluvium with no signs of androgenetic alopecia. Despite healthy living and optimal bloodwork, she continues to shed hair daily but also sees significant regrowth.

      community Why I Will be Accepting Baldness

      in Chat  204 upvotes 2 years ago
      User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.

      community Fin and min are literally magic

      in Research/Science  44 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, with one user experiencing significant hair regrowth after 6 months using minoxidil at night, finasteride in the morning, microneedling every three days, a healthy lifestyle, vitamins, and a specific shampoo. Another user is inquiring about the timeframe for seeing results with minoxidil.

      community Starting The Journey

       10 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user plans to combat hair loss with Finasteride 1mg daily, Minoxidil 5% twice daily, and Nizoral twice weekly. They also consider supplements like biotin, zinc, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seeds, along with a healthy diet and dermarolling.

      community I have tried every hairloss option between shaving and wigs. Considering retrying fin because depression medication also has sexual side effects and hairloss has driven me to almost need them. Every hairloss option I have tried has a "dealbreaker" caveat and so I am forced to choose one of the below

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user is struggling with hair loss and has tried treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair systems, each with drawbacks. They are considering retrying finasteride before a hair transplant and are advised to seek therapy for mental health support.

      community Min/Fin is Working - Some Advices

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 26-year-old shares their experience with hair loss treatment using minoxidil and finasteride, noting improvements in hair thickness and health. Despite positive results, they experience mood swings and decreased libido, leading them to consider stopping the treatment.

      community I try without Fin. 6 month (1 year experience).

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster using saw palmetto, biotin, minoxidil, a dermaroller, and rosemary oil, considering finasteride or a hair transplant in the future. Other users suggest finasteride or dutasteride for more effective results, while some recommend additional natural supplements and maintaining overall health.

      community [2 months progress] 1mg oral fin + 2.5mg oral min daily

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 3 days ago
      The user reported tiny hair growth in thinning areas and improved thickness after 56 days of using 1 mg oral finasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, and a serum with Redensyl, Anagain, Capixyl, and Procapil. They also take supplements and maintain a healthy lifestyle with no noticeable side effects.

      community 8 Months of Topical Fin/Min Application

      in Progress Pictures  1536 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using a topical combination of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, applied nightly, along with weekly microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. They reported no side effects and attributed the improvement mainly to minoxidil, while maintaining consistent use of supplements and a healthy lifestyle.

      community Natural methods only. Gains or Nah?

      in Is this regrowth? 5 months ago
      The user is attempting to regrow hair using natural methods like microneedling, rosemary oil, and capsaicin tincture, avoiding medications like finasteride and minoxidil due to past health issues. Feedback suggests these methods are ineffective, with many recommending shaving or considering a hair system instead.

      community 8 Year's Of Oral Min, Dutasteride and Propecia With 2500 FUT HT

      in Progress Pictures  93 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 8-year journey with hair loss treatments, including oral minoxidil, dutasteride, Propecia, and a 2500 FUT hair transplant, leading to significant hair regrowth and a healthy lifestyle. They experienced some side effects like oily skin and a higher-pitched voice but maintained high testosterone levels and a strong libido.

      community 22 M current protocol: dut+microneedling+min

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 22-year-old is using a hair loss treatment protocol including dutasteride, microneedling, 10% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical, a healthy diet, and a hair multivitamin. Users discuss the effectiveness of microneedling and the intensity of the treatment.

      community PSA: Check your vitamin D levels!

      in Treatment  320 upvotes 9 months ago
      Low vitamin D levels can negatively impact hair growth, and supplementing with vitamin D, along with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, may help improve hair health. Quitting smoking and ensuring adequate vitamin B12 and K2 intake are also suggested to support hair regrowth.

      community Is Ketoconazole a big factor in preventing hairloss?

      in Ketoconazole  41 upvotes 11 months ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo may help with scalp health and inflammation but is not a substitute for DHT blockers like finasteride. It is generally considered a minor addition to hair loss treatment, with varying opinions on its effectiveness.

      community A personal thank you from me to you

      in Chat  129 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user successfully regrew thick hair using minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin, starting at age 19, and expresses gratitude to the community for support. They experienced minimal side effects and emphasize the importance of personal research and a healthy lifestyle.

      community 3 months of min/fin + ketoconazol 2% and derma stamp 0.75mm.

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, ketoconazole, and derma stamping. Users share their experiences, with one noting improved scalp health and slight regrowth, while another considers switching treatments due to lack of progress.