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      community 4 month update to my hair regrowth journey

      in Progress Pictures  74 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user shared a four-month update on their hair regrowth journey using 1mg daily finasteride, 5mg daily oral minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling, noting significant improvement in hair thickness and uniform growth. They reported no side effects from minoxidil except increased hair growth on arms, fingers, and eyelashes.

      community 1 year on Fin and Min. Diffuse thinner.

      in Is this regrowth?  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing hair loss who has been using finasteride for a year and minoxidil once a day for five months, but still experiences shedding and thin hair. The user is considering switching to dutasteride next year and shares their progress with others using similar treatments.

      community Shed 2 years into finasteride and minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user has been on finasteride for 1.5 years and minoxidil for 2 years, experiencing worsening hair shedding, losing 300+ hairs per wash. They are concerned if this indicates the medicine isn't working and are seeking others' experiences.

      community One Year Progress, keep the faith

      in Progress Pictures  288 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The conversation is about a user's one-year progress in treating hair loss using a combination of finasteride and minoxidil spray, derma rolling, and Nizoral shampoo. The user reports significant improvement and increased confidence, while others offer advice and express admiration for the results.

      community 9-Month Routine Update. Advice?

      in Update  3 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been using 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 9 months with little improvement and has recently added microneedling, showing slight progress. The new protocol includes switching to 5mg oral Minoxidil, continuing microneedling, and adding Anagenil Complex, while seeking advice on whether to stop topical Minoxidil and the effectiveness of Anagenil Complex.

      community Turkey is constantly pouring money into fear mongering around finasteride in order to protect its hair transplant economy

      in Satire  116 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are commonly recommended by hair transplant clinics, including those in Turkey, despite some negative perceptions and concerns about side effects. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the effectiveness and safety of these treatments, with some users expressing skepticism about side effects and others emphasizing the importance of these medications for successful hair transplants.

      community Shedding whilst on Dut and topical min

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 26-year-old from the UK is experiencing increased hair thinning despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are considering additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and possibly RU58841, while seeking advice on managing side effects and exploring other options.

      community Hair Loss “Cure” for Inflammation: Topical Roflumilast

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical roflumilast is effective for reducing inflammation in various scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and eczema, but not proven to stop scarring alopecia. Alternatives like apremilast and Vtama are also discussed for their anti-inflammatory benefits.

      community Stem cells for hair, does it work?

      in Technology  8 upvotes 4 months ago
      Stem cell treatments for hair restoration can be effective, but results vary and depend on factors like the type of stem cells used and timing of treatment. PRP and exosomes have shown some success, while costs and effectiveness differ by location, with South Korea and Turkey offering more affordable options.

      community Minoxidil & Finasteride Journey

      in Progress Pictures  187 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user started using minoxidil in September 2024 and finasteride in February 2025, along with dermal rolling, rosemary and clove water, and copper peptide serum for hair growth. They experienced positive hair growth results but had issues with a poorly done scalp micropigmentation (SMP) tattoo, which they are in the process of removing with laser treatments.

      community Just Minoxidil 5% twice a day for 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  584 upvotes 8 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 5% Minoxidil twice daily and weekly microneedling with a 0.8 mm dermaroller over five months. Finasteride was not used due to concerns about side effects and availability in France.

      community How to get oral minoxidil in EU?

      in Minoxidil  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user from France is seeking ways to obtain oral minoxidil in the EU without a prescription, as local doctors are hesitant to prescribe it. Suggestions include visiting Spain for a prescription, ordering online, or consulting doctors in other EU countries like Portugal.

      community Fin 1mg / Minoxidil 2.5mg daily

      in Is this regrowth?  185 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 2.5mg daily over 8-9 months. They reported initial side effects but saw progress around months 7-8, attributing success to patience and consistent use.

      community 4 month update Fin/Min/Dermatamp

      in Is this regrowth?  30 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user reported gradual hair regrowth after 4 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermastamping, and vitamins C and D3. They noted the use of a 1.25mm dermastamp and discussed sourcing finasteride in Canada.

      community 3 month update. Slowly but surely.

      in Is this regrowth?  376 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 39-year-old male is experiencing hair regrowth after three months using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, dermastamping twice a month, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo weekly. He shares progress photos and receives encouragement and advice from others, noting some improvement and considering additional treatments but is limited by budget.

      community I’ve been on Finasteride for 6.5 months. (5 months on 0.2mg and 1.5 months on 0.5mg) Here are the progress pictures.

      in Progress Pictures  183 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old has been using finasteride for 6.5 months, starting with 0.25 mg daily and increasing to 0.5 mg, experiencing improved hair quality and no significant side effects. They have not used minoxidil due to convenience and health reasons, and they noticed progress in hair growth, particularly at the crown, after about 4 months.

      community 3 month 1mg finasteride 2.5mg oral minoxidil progress

      in Progress Pictures  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, improving from NW5-6 to NW3-4 in three months. They plan to get a hair transplant in February and reported no side effects except increased body hair growth.

      community Dutasteride 4.5 months really struggling what should I do

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on dutasteride for 4.5 months after switching from finasteride due to hair thinning, and is experiencing significant hair loss despite also using minoxidil and microneedling. Many responses suggest that dutasteride takes time to show results, often requiring patience for up to a year or more, and recommend not stopping finasteride abruptly to avoid shedding.

      community Does this mean it's finally working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using topical minoxidil in June 2023 and switched to a new finasteride preparation and vitamin D supplements a month ago. They noticed reduced hair shedding recently and are hopeful for regrowth.

      community 1 year topical fin/min coupled with frontal HT

      in Progress Pictures  192 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after one year using topical finasteride and minoxidil, combined with a hair transplant at the front. They switched from oral to topical finasteride due to side effects and are satisfied with the results, especially at the temples.

      community I will have it cured by morning

      in Research/Science  369 upvotes 3 years ago
      Researching the cause of hair loss and treating it by preventing DHT in the scalp with medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, estrogen, minoxidil, dermarolling, and possible topical antiandrogens.

      community hair loss treatment alternatives and ideas to improve gain

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      The post discusses using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and a dermaroller for hair loss, along with spearmint capsules, pueraria mirifica, saw palmetto, biotin, and vitamins. The user is also considering microdosing finasteride with trans treatment and mentions the potential of herbal enemas and hair systems.

      community 1 year 3 months finasteride and back to the drawing board..

      in Update  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over a year, which improved their hairline but not the crown area. They are considering alternatives like hair fibers, derma stamping, or possibly minoxidil, while avoiding topicals due to their work environment.