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840-870 / 1000+ resultscommunity Question: can hair shedding happen multiple times when taking minoxidil and finasteride?
A 30-year-old male experienced hair shedding while using Minoxidil and Finasteride, with concerns about whether this is a normal shedding phase. Despite drastic hair loss, he continues the treatment, hoping for regrowth, and receives advice to maintain the regimen and consider lifestyle changes.
community My strong recommendation for those shedding hair
A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hair loss.
community It’s over. NOTHING has worked.
A user who has been trying various treatments for hair loss for four years, with no success. Suggestions include use of minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, supplements and multivitamins, lifestyle changes, scalp biopsy, and SMP.
community can anybody please answer this
community Betacaroten and hairloss? Make it better or Worse?
Betacarotene's effect on hair loss is discussed, with concerns about excessive vitamin A. The user also questions if 15mg melatonin impacts vitamin A levels.
community JPEGMafia Hair Transplant — Incredible Result
A user's successful hair transplant, with some people questioning the donor area regrowth, and others speculating that hair fibre may have been used to help fill in areas.
community Rant: Rejected request for fin YET AGAIN, guess DIY is my only option 🙃
A woman has been struggling with hair loss for over 12 years and is frustrated with doctors refusing to prescribe finasteride due to potential birth defects and unproven breast cancer risk. She's considering self-treatment or permanent birth control, after being offered only minoxidil, PRP therapy, and weaker natural supplements like Saw Palmetto.
community This sucks hard. I want my life back
A 21-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, vitamins, and keto shampoo. They are contemplating a hair transplant but worry about their age and future hair loss.
community A battle won?
The user tried various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, vitamins, Saw Palmetto, beta sitosterol, pumpkin oil, borage oil, stinging nettle, and emu oil. They recently noticed tiny black hairs, suggesting some improvement.
community Kinda freaking out because my hair loss is getting worse again (on fin)
The user started taking finasteride 1.5 years ago with some success in stopping hair loss but no regrowth, and is now experiencing increased hair loss after a recent operation, questioning if the medication stopped working or if the hair loss is temporary. They are considering switching to a different treatment and seeking advice.
community What do you do about hairloss where scalp feels tight? Losing Hope
A 24-year-old male has been using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil twice daily, iron and zinc supplements, derma rolling weekly, and Nizoral weekly for hair loss. Despite these treatments, he experiences tight, painful scalp areas with no progress and some hair loss.
community what is the problem with straight low hairline? Hair transplant question
The user is concerned about having a straight, low hairline after a hair transplant and is unable to take finasteride due to high estrogen and prolactin levels. They have used minoxidil with limited success and are considering further transplants to lower the hairline, while others suggest the risks of using up donor hair too quickly.
community HT + fin + minox 5 months progress
The post discusses a successful hair loss treatment involving a hair transplant, finasteride, and minoxidil. The user underwent a 2000 graft hair transplant at the hairline in a clinic in Sweden.
community What do you think of Dermmatch & Hair Fibers few months after HT?
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like hinoki tree oil and procyanidin b2. Experiences and effectiveness of these treatments are shared.
community If You Have Light Recession, or Just Want Better Hair — Stemoxydine
User started using stemoxydine with minoxidil for mild hair recession and maintenance. Stemoxydine improves hair appearance and behavior, making it fuller and shinier.
community Hair Loss Worsened After 8 Months of 1.5mm Dermapen Use - Is It Permanent?
The user experienced significant hair shedding after using a dermapen at 1.5mm weekly, which they later realized was too much. They are now using a dermapen at 0.75mm weekly and are also using topical minoxidil twice daily and finasteride 1.25mg daily.
community Exosomes injections
User tried finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, now considering exosomes injections. Will update on results after appointment.
community M26 - 9 months after hair transplant! AMA
A user who underwent a hair transplant in Istanbul to reduce balding, and the discussion of various treatments such as finasteride and growth hormone for preventing further hair loss.
community I am waiting for cosmerna to come out but I don’t know how could I possibly apply 1ml on my whole scalp. I am mostly receding but i am also diffuse thinning everywhere and I think started losing my crown going into Norwood 4 basically
Hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and the tap method; Finasteride was also discussed but not recommended due to its side effects. Price and other information were requested.
community Don't fall for the fear mongering bros
Hair loss treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, and estradiol, with concerns about side effects like sexual dysfunction and feminization. Some users prefer hair transplants or shaving over medication due to potential side effects.
community Topical caffeine is a common ingredient in formulas to prevent hair loss and to induce hair regrowth. (What’s your take on this?)
The conversation discusses whether topical caffeine is effective for hair loss, with some users questioning its role due to its vasoconstrictive and vasodilative properties, while another suggests that temporary vasoconstriction might be beneficial by promoting angiogenesis. Specific treatments mentioned include caffeine shampoo, which one user believes is ineffective.
community 6 months fin, lots of hair lost (pics)
The user has been using finasteride since September 2018, dermarolling since February 2019, and applying minoxidil once a day. Despite these treatments, they have experienced significant hair loss and are unsure if they should continue.
community Oral fin -> topical, shedding like hell
The user experienced severe side effects from oral finasteride, including sexual dysfunction and mental health issues, and switched to topical finasteride, which led to significant hair shedding. They are considering other treatments like RU58841 or topical dutasteride and are advised to check testosterone levels and address potential underlying health issues.
community Korea launches 1st OTC hair loss drug
Korea launched its first OTC oral hair loss drug, dexpanthenol B5. Users discuss its anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory effects but note a lack of efficacy studies.
community Zix in stemoxydine
User considers making Zix topical solution with ethanol/alcohol for hair loss treatment. Asks if crushing b6 and zinc into stemoxydine is possible.
community 1 Year Estradiol HRT, Oral Finasteride, Bicalutamide, Cyproterone. (20MTF)
The conversation discusses a 20-year-old transgender female's one-year experience with hair loss treatments, including Estradiol HRT, oral Finasteride, Bicalutamide, and Cyproterone. Specific treatments used for hair loss are oral Finasteride and potentially Estradiol as part of hormone replacement therapy.
community My hair loss journey from February to may
The user shared their hair loss progress over a few months using minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. They reported reduced hair loss and plan to continue their routine, possibly increasing dosages gradually.
community 7 Months on Hims Solution, Increased Shedding at Temples - Switch to Oral?
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after 7 months of using a topical solution and is considering switching to oral treatment. They are concerned about thinning hair around the corners and temples.
community Folic Acid and hair loss
A user experienced hair loss due to a folic acid deficiency and saw hair regrowth after taking a folic acid supplement. They advise checking for a folic acid deficiency before spending money on other treatments.