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      community I was scared of Fin. I now love it

      in Update  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old male switched from multiple topicals to finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, experiencing maintenance and increased confidence despite minor side effects. He now styles his hair freely and appreciates the positive impact of finasteride.

      community Oral min 2.5mg daily 2 month update 🦍

      in Satire  826 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about the user's experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss. Some users noticed increased hair density, while others experienced unwanted hair growth in different areas of the body.

      community 11 Months Topical Fin 0.3%+Min 6% daily, Last 2 Months Added Min 5% Foam at Night, Late 30s Male Progress

      in Progress Pictures  186 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "_Mad_Jack_" shared their progress pictures of using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months. They experienced good hair retention and increased overall hair count, but no regrowth of the hairline. They are considering switching to oral finasteride and microneedling for better results. Testicular pain was a side effect experienced during the treatment. Another user mentioned getting a hair transplant to cover their crown.

      community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

      in Research/Science  93 upvotes 4 years ago
      The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.

      community Reaction to High Dose Minoxidil After Year of Use

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 7 years ago
      A male with early-stage hair loss experienced severe side effects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.

      community PP405 - A True Breakthrough or Another Disappointment?

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth, with 31% of advanced balding men experiencing over 20% increase in hair density in 8 weeks. However, skepticism persists due to selective data presentation and lack of long-term results, with comparisons to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Day 55 of minoxidil and finasteride

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is using oral and topical finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, rosewater, Adgain tablets, creatine, and derma stamping to address hair loss. There is a debate about creatine's impact on hair loss, with some suggesting it increases DHT, while others disagree.

      community New & Improved Hair Growth Stack for Maximum Results

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a hair growth stack using minoxidil sulfate, valproic acid, bimatoprost, blue copper peptide, and other ingredients, emphasizing a gel-based formula for better skin tolerance. Another user suggested adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for more effective long-term results.

      community 36yo male, NW6, 2.5mth dut/minox

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old male using dutasteride and minoxidil has seen significant hair regrowth, confirmed by a dermatologist and supported by before-and-after photos. He plans to increase his oral minoxidil dosage and add dermapen to his routine.

      community Is 2.5 mg dut really more effective than .5?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user on .5 mg of dutasteride for hair loss saw no improvement and is considering increasing to 2.5 mg but is unsure of its effectiveness. Another user mentioned that 2.5 mg reduces scalp DHT more and increases hair count more than .5 mg, but the cost and side effects should be considered.

      community 25m with 1 year on 0.5mg Finasteride ED

      in Progress Pictures  219 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old man has been on 0.5mg Finasteride daily for a year, maintaining his hair with some regrowth and plans to increase the dose to 1mg. Some suggest adding Minoxidil for better results, while he considers it if his condition worsens.

      community Setipiprant/PGE2 feedbacks?

      in Question  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses using PGE2 as a hair growth stimulant, comparing it to minoxidil, and considering the addition of Setipiprant. Concerns about side effects like skin damage and cost are also mentioned.

      community 1 year on Dutasteride did my hair get worse

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced mixed results after one year on Dutasteride, with some areas of hair appearing worse and others better. They increased their Dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg daily and started using RU58841, with suggestions to add Minoxidil for improved results.

      community M30/India : Tried GHK-Cu for Hairline. Sharing results

      in Progress Pictures  45 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user experienced side effects from finasteride and switched to using GHK-Cu for hairline improvement, noticing some positive changes after three months. They used a 2mg daily dose via subcutaneous injections and reported increased hair density and baby hairs, though results were not dramatic.

      community Michael Scott Season 1 vs Season 7 Hair

      in Chat  787 upvotes 2 months ago
      Steve Carell's hair transformation from Season 1 to Season 7 of "The Office" is attributed to a possible hair transplant and changes in styling. Discussions also mention the use of treatments like Propecia and Accutane for skin and hair issues.

      community My progress from October of last year. My routine below ⬇️

      in Is this regrowth?  59 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user started using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, GHK-CU, and HGH in October, resulting in thicker hair and improved overall health. They experienced minor side effects like dehydration from HGH but reported benefits like clearer skin, better recovery, and muscle gain.

      community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months

      in Update  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.

      community Bee venom better than minoxidil?

      in Research/Science  1061 upvotes 6 months ago
      Bee venom at 0.001% concentration was more effective than 2% minoxidil in promoting hair growth in mice, possibly due to increased growth factors and reduced inflammation. Caution is advised due to potential allergic reactions and the reliance on animal data.

      community Topical dutasteride significantly outperforms oral finasteride

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 9 months ago
      Topical dutasteride 0.05% is reported to outperform oral finasteride with minimal side effects, but concerns about study bias exist due to company funding. Some users report mixed results with topical dutasteride, noting issues with skin penetration and systemic absorption.