A 19-year-old saw significant hair regrowth using 5% minoxidil over three months, with only initialshedding as a side effect. They plan to continue minoxidil and may add finasteride to maintain results.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 6.5 months using topical minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and keto shampoo, despite initialshedding. They plan to switch to oral dutasteride for further improvement.
The user experienced hair regrowth and increased confidence after 3 months of using 2.5mg minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride. They noticed initialshedding but saw significant improvement, allowing them to go without wearing hats.
The user experienced hair regrowth and healthier hair after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, using it every other day along with minoxidil three times a week. They reported initialshedding but no side effects, and others in the conversation shared similar experiences or considered switching treatments.
A 19-year-old started losing hair in December 2023, tried minoxidil with initial success, but experienced further hair loss and added finasteride to the regimen. Users advised patience, explaining that shedding is common early in finasteride treatment and suggested continuing for at least a year for potential results.
The user is experiencing significant hair regrowth after 5 weeks using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole shampoo every 5 days. They noticed initialshedding with minoxidil but are now feeling new hair growth.
The user experienced significant hair improvement after two months of using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, despite initial heavy shedding. They used 0.3% finasteride and 7% minoxidil once daily, and obtained the products from Hims.
A user experienced worsening hair recession after adding 0.5 mg daily dutasteride to their regimen of topical minoxidil and finasteride, despite no initialshedding. They plan to continue monitoring the situation, as others suggest it may be too early to see results and recommend blood tests to check DHT levels.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using Propecia (finasteride) 1 mg and topical minoxidil twice a day over 16 months, despite initialshedding. The user no longer needs a hair transplant and reports no side effects from the treatment.
A user shared their positive hair regrowth progress after using 1 mg oral finasteride and 5% minoxidil foam twice daily for four months. They experienced initialshedding but no side effects, and plan to switch to a cheaper minoxidil foam brand.
The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and RU58841, despite initialshedding. They also transitioned from finasteride to dutasteride and addressed scalp issues with a folliculitis shampoo.
The user experienced significant hair growth after using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1.25mg daily for three months, despite initialshedding. They noted improved hair density, especially at the temples, and plan to manage excess hair growth on the forehead.
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 initialshedding phase. The user also noted the importance of using shampoo to manage dermatitis and maintain scalp health.
The user is pleased with hair regrowth after three months of using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride for further improvement. They experienced initialshedding but no significant side effects and are considering finasteride despite some medical hesitations.
The user experienced hair improvement after one year using 0.5 mg oral dutasteride, 5 mg oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo three times a week. They noticed progress after initialshedding and attribute changes to medication adjustments.
The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride and topical minoxidil, with consistent application and lifestyle changes like using cold water and exercising. They noted initialshedding when restarting minoxidil but saw positive results over six months.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil 5% twice daily and 1mg finasteride daily, along with microstamping every 14 days. They reported initialshedding but achieved satisfying results by month four, with minimal side effects.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride every other day and 1ml topical minoxidil daily, with initialshedding but improvement by three months. Microneedling was also used, with adjustments to frequency and needle length for better results.
The user reported significant hair regrowth using a topical treatment of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with noticeable progress in five months. The treatment is applied once daily, and the user experienced some initialshedding but no side effects.
The user "OP" reported significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping. OP experienced initialshedding but no other side effects.
User shared progress pictures of hair density improvement using 1mg finasteride and topical minoxidil, but expressed concern about recent hairline miniaturization and treatment effectiveness. Another user complimented the results and inquired about initialshedding.
A user shared their hair loss progress after 2 years of finasteride and 1 year of minoxidil, along with occasional microneedling and regular exercise. They experienced initialshedding but saw significant improvement after 4 months.
The user has seen significant hair regrowth after one year using 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil, considering a hair transplant if progress stalls. They experienced an initialshedding phase and temporary erectile dysfunction, but no other side effects.
A user shared a homemade hair loss treatment spray containing minoxidil, Japanese Sato Arovis, essential oils, and isopropyl alcohol, used alongside microneedling. They experienced initialshedding followed by strong hair regrowth after five months of use.
The user shared their experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss, noting initialshedding but some improvement in hair thickness and coloration. They also use dutasteride, RU58841, topical minoxidil, a laser hat, dermapen, Nizoral, caffeine shampoo, castor oil, vitamins, and MSM tablets.
The user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 7 months of using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. The results sparked a mix of disbelief and congratulations, with some users discussing initialhairshedding and side effects.
A 23-year-old male experienced significant hair and beard growth using oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and finasteride (1mg) daily, with some initialshedding and a reduced libido. The treatment also unexpectedly thickened his eyebrows.
The user experienced a noticeable hair transformation in two months using 2mg finasteride daily, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo twice a week, and Biotin shampoo daily. They reported initial side effects from finasteride but saw quick results despite occasional hairshedding.
A 24-year-old started losing hair at 17 and began treatment with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Biotin, and Saw Palmetto shampoo in November 2023. After initial success, hairshedding resumed, leading to concerns about treatment quality and effectiveness; the user plans to consult a dermatologist and consider buying medications directly from a pharmacy.
User shared a 3-month progress update on hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil. They experienced initialshedding, thicker hair growth, and facial breakouts likely due to hormone changes.