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      community Been on the big 3 for 4-5 months.

      in Progress Pictures  261 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22-year-old used oral finasteride from Costco and topical Kirkland minoxidil for 4-5 months to treat hair loss, resulting in significant hair regrowth and restored confidence. The "big 3" refers to minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling as hair loss treatments.

      community ‏My recovery journey is a total of 12 months. Fin,min

      in Progress Pictures  740 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old user shared their 12-month hair recovery journey using oral Propecia, topical minoxidil, a derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, and omega-3. They reported seeing results by the second month, with some setbacks but overall progress.

      community PSA: Don't buy cheap toppik off ebay

       9 upvotes 8 years ago
      Cheap Toppik from eBay is likely fake and doesn't stick well to hair. Buy from official website for better quality.

      community 6 month min only results + dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using 1ml of Kirkland minoxidil daily and weekly 1mm dermarolling, noting no side effects and minimal shedding. They plan to consider finasteride or dutasteride after midterms, attributing hair loss to genetics.

      community 9 month before and after, dut only

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced noticeable hair growth after 9 months using oral dutasteride, with full results expected in 20-24 months. They prefer oral treatments over topical minoxidil due to convenience.

      community biotin leads to acne and sebum on scalp ??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      User is experiencing increased sebum, dandruff, and acne after taking a supplement containing biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium pantothenate along with finasteride. They are questioning if biotin is the cause and whether they should stop taking it.

      community I got a weird one you guys/gals

      in Chat  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old man experienced diffuse thinning and hair shedding due to sleep deprivation and low testosterone. After starting hCG treatment, he noticed hair regrowth on his temples.

      community 23M 2 months Min/Fin/Derma. Should I get excited?

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 23-year-old male is seeing hair growth after two months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, derma rolling, and supplements like biotin and collagen. Commenters acknowledge the improvement and inquire about side effects and hair shedding.

      community What the hell happened in my family genes?

      in Chat  116 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.

      community KX-826 Phase 3 Results Are Out

      in Research/Science  110 upvotes 1 month ago
      KX-826 shows promising results for hair growth with fewer side effects, offering an alternative to finasteride and minoxidil. Users discuss combining it with minoxidil, dermarolling, and Nizoral for improved results.

      community Finasteride suddenly stopped working for me after almost 2 years of using it (M19)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported that after nearly 2 years of using finasteride with initial hair regrowth, their hairline worsened around day 570 and has not improved significantly since. They are considering switching to dutasteride or changing finasteride brands, while responders suggest the user may not actually be experiencing hair loss and might benefit from professional help.

      community 4 months on oral fin and topical min

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for 4 months and is questioning if there's regrowth. Responses suggest that diffuse thinning takes longer to show results, but there is some progress noted.
      Progress in miniaturization or time to go to a psychiatrist?

      community Progress in miniaturization or time to go to a psychiatrist?

      in General  139 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 21-year-old is concerned about androgenic alopecia and has been using minoxidil for a year, noticing some stabilization in the hairline but fears using it on the whole scalp due to seborrheic dermatitis. Another person suggests considering a psychiatrist for stress management, using Nizoral shampoo, and possibly trying a small dose of finasteride.

      community I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss

      in Chat  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.

      community Hi, I got some regrowth recently and I attribute it to DICLOFENAC

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user started balding at 16/17 and tried various treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride with little success. They recently started applying diclofenac gel to their bald areas and noticed some hair regrowth, attributing this to diclofenac's ability to lower prolactin levels and its anti-inflammatory effects.

      community Just over 4 months in. Am I seeing things?

      in Is this regrowth?  37 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports potential hair regrowth after using finasteride nightly, minoxidil twice daily, occasional microneedling, and vitamin supplements, and is considering RU58841 in the future. Replies suggest they are seeing improvement.
      Hair Loss Increase Despite 4 Years of Oral Minoxidil Use

      community Hair Loss Increase Despite 4 Years of Oral Minoxidil Use

      in Basic Questions  58 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil for 4 years and durum wheat 3 days a week for 7 months, but is experiencing increased hair loss when washing hair. They suspect it might be due to decreased DHT levels and are seeking similar experiences from others.

      community 10 months in and in the middle of a huge shed

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing a significant hair shed at 10 months but sees improvement compared to 4 months ago. They are using Hims products, Feel Confident shampoo, Nizoral, a light therapy cap, and The Ordinary hair serum.

      community 2 years on fin only :) EOD. No sides.

      in Progress Pictures  191 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 2-year progress using finasteride every other day with no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, shedding cycles, and patience with the treatment.

      community 47M - 12 months of topical min/fin feedback

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 47-year-old man has been using a topical spray containing minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, and ketoconazole for hair loss but has not seen any regrowth and is experiencing more hair loss. He is considering switching to a pill form due to frustration with the lack of results.
      Experiencing shedding for 2+ months on fin and min

      community Experiencing shedding for 2+ months on fin and min

      in General  66 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user started oral finasteride and minoxidil in November 2024, initially saw improvement, but has experienced increased shedding since April 2025. They are concerned the treatment may not be effective anymore and seek advice.

      community Quick word of advice for you guys wondering if you're balding

      in Chat  160 upvotes 2 years ago
      User noticed scalp showing at 26, started finasteride at 28, and saw hair improvement by 30. Others shared similar experiences and advised trusting personal observations and trying finasteride early to prevent further hair loss.

      community Fin is working; I’m just now noticing

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  109 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports significant hair density improvement after 8.5 months of using finasteride, with no side effects except for initially watery semen. They also mention increased sex drive, which they attribute to finasteride, and regret not starting the treatment earlier due to fear of side effects.