The user experienced hair improvement over a year using finasteride, topical minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and microneedling. The hair density and hairline have strengthened with this routine.
The user experienced hair regrowth using 2.5mg finasteride daily and by drinking topical minoxidil mixed with water. Commenters advised against this method, suggesting oral minoxidil for safety.
OP underwent a hair transplant (HT) and has been using finasteride for one year. Despite having thin hair, OP is happy with the results and feels more confident.
A 34-year-old woman has been using a topical solution of 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride since January 2026 to address hair thinning caused by PCOS and poor nutrition. She reports ongoing hair shedding but has improved her diet with whole foods and supplements.
The user shared progress on hair loss treatment after one year on finasteride, with some use of microneedling, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. They plan to use microneedling with minoxidil more consistently for better results.
A 3-month update on a microneedling-only project to treat hair loss, which has not had significant results in terms of thicker hair but may have seen some acceleration in hair growth and an increase in vellus hairs. The user plans to continue the journey for 6 months before making any changes, such as adding minoxidil or finasteride.
PP405 is anticipated as a future treatment for dormant hair follicles, but its effectiveness and safety are uncertain. Current treatments include oral minoxidil and microneedling, with some avoiding finasteride due to side effects.
Progress in hair loss recovery over the course of one year, using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Suggestions were made to try topical finasteride and minoxidil with microneedling, and other factors such as stress, iron, nutrition discussed.
The conversation is about a user's hair loss progress and treatment methods. The majority of users suggest shaving the head for better application of treatments like Minoxidil, microneedling, and oils. They also recommend adding finasteride and nizoral shampoo to the regimen.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using Minoxidil Foam, Nizoral Shampoo, and microneedling. They plan to add finasteride in a few months.
The user achieved significant hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride over 2.5 years, with results plateauing after a year. They experienced minimal side effects and used microneedling to enhance results.
The conversation humorously discusses various hair loss treatments and alternatives, including finasteride, minoxidil, and rosemary oil, with some users joking about wigs and unconventional items like roadkill. One user mentions using oral finasteride and minoxidil, topical rosemary oil, and microneedling.
A user's progress in treating their hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil and oral minoxidil, as well as microneedling. Replies to the post have encouraged the user that they are seeing regrowth from the treatments.
A 29-year-old shares progress on hair recovery using a daily liposomal topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil, iRestore device, and several vitamins. They report no side effects from the topical treatment, unlike previous issues with oral finasteride.
A man shared his hairline improvement after two years on 1.25mg finasteride daily and using piroctone olamine shampoo. He has not had a hair transplant and does not plan to use minoxidil.
User noticed hair growth after 1.5 months using Fin, Min, stemoxydine, dermarolling, nizoral, and scalp massage. Others commented on promising results and potential improvement in 6 months.
The user has been taking finasteride for 1.5 years without seeing improvement in hair regrowth. Suggestions include adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride, with concerns about side effects.
PP405 significantly improves hair density, outperforming finasteride, with 31% of users seeing over 20% improvement in four weeks. Concerns exist about its availability, cost, and long-term effects.
Rice water was used as a hair treatment and showed noticeable results in a week, more than finasteride used for seven months. The user plans to continue using rice water and might stop finasteride, while still using ketoconazole for dandruff.
The post and conversation are about a user's progress with microneedling and minoxidil for hair loss. The user is happy with the progress and plans to continue with the treatment, without using finasteride.
A 21-year-old has been using finasteride for 11 months and minoxidil for 4 months to combat hair loss, experiencing significant improvement and regrowth. The user applies 1mg of finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice a day, noting that both treatments have contributed to the progress.
The conversation is about the appropriate wait time to apply topical finasteride after microneedling to prevent it from going systemic. The user is combining finasteride with minoxidil and is unsure whether to wait 24 or 48 hours after microneedling before applying the treatment.
The user stopped using finasteride and RU58841 and is considering CB-03-01 for androgenic alopecia but is concerned about the cost and effectiveness, especially at a lower dose than in clinical trials. They are also using minoxidil, micro-needling, and nizoral shampoo but are unsure about the correct application method for CB-03-01.
The user experienced improved hair density after 3 months of oral finasteride and 1 month of oral minoxidil, along with changes in diet, supplements, and hair care. They are unsure if the improvement is due to these treatments or changes in hair care habits.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using Rogaine foam, microneedling, Nizoral, liquid minoxidil, and topical finasteride over two years, with most progress in the last six months. They plan to evaluate their progress in the fall and consider a hair transplant if needed.
A dermatologist recommended PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and GFC (Growth Factor Concentrate) for pattern baldness, but online sources suggest they may not be effective. The user is seeking opinions on these treatments.
The user has been using a daily capsule containing 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil for 11 months, with noticeable regrowth on the crown but minimal improvement on the hairline. They experienced no significant side effects and plan to continue the treatment long-term.
A 26-year-old male shares his hair loss journey, using finasteride and fish oil daily since the pandemic. He briefly tried biotin and microneedling but stopped due to inconvenience.
A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride 1mg three times a week, starting at age 25, with noticeable regrowth after three months and no side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and dutasteride, noting varying results and side effects.