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      community Seeking advice about whether expensive hair treatment is worth it

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, with users recommending Finasteride and Minoxidil as the gold standard. They suggest microneedling and laser therapy as cost-effective home treatments, while expressing skepticism about the expensive clinic treatment and V2X product.

      community Hair Transplant journey. 6 month progress

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress after a hair transplant, continuing to use 0.5mg dutasteride and minoxidil daily, along with red light laser therapy. They recommend hair transplants for those who haven't had success with medical treatments.

      community 22M – Started hair loss at 16 | Journey so far:

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old shared their hair loss journey, starting with homeopathic treatments and later using Minoxidil and Finasteride, seeing some regrowth. They are currently on oral Finasteride, PRP treatments, and saw palmetto serum, considering reintroducing Minoxidil or switching to Dutasteride for better results.

      community Am I responding Or Am I tripping?

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral, Nutrafol supplements, and PRP sessions for hair loss treatment. They are concerned about the effectiveness of these treatments and whether they should continue or consider a hair transplant.

      community Minoxidil & Finasteride Journey

      in Progress Pictures  187 upvotes 10 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 What do you guys think about my foundation?

      in Treatment 6 months ago
      The user had a hair transplant and uses oral minoxidil, a red laser therapy helmet, fish oil, collagen, and sardines for hair thinning but avoids finasteride due to side effect concerns. Many suggest these methods may not be effective long-term without a DHT blocker.

      community 6 months of treatment and sudden shedding

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 28-year-old male experienced hair loss after COVID-19 and used Minoxidil with initial success, but later faced shedding again. He started Finasteride in February 2025, noticing improvements, but recent shedding has caused concern; his regimen includes Minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, red light therapy, supplements, and a healthy lifestyle.

      community [30M] My Aggressive Hair Loss Protocol – 5 Years In, Still Full Coverage

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old man shares his successful hair loss protocol, which includes finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, low-level laser therapy, microneedling, and past use of oral minoxidil. He plans to consider dutasteride and possibly hair transplants in the future, while advising caution with crown transplants before age 35.

      community 9 Months update - smp/min/fin/keto/derm

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a 9-month hair loss treatment update using scalp micropigmentation (SMP), finasteride, minoxidil, derma pen, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT), with plans for a hair transplant. Another person suggested increasing the dosage of finasteride and minoxidil and using a derma roller weekly.

      community 17 month update 30M FUT 2300 grafts 1 year fin/min topical

      in Progress Pictures  414 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a 17-month update on their hair loss treatment, which included a hair transplant of 2300 grafts, using a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering another transplant and seeking honest feedback on their progress, while others share their own experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.

      community 16 month update post hair transplant and meds

      in Transplants  42 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is generally happy with their hair transplant results but has concerns about graft density and placement, particularly on the left temple and hairline. They are using finasteride and minoxidil inconsistently, plan to add Priorin, and are considering microneedling and PRP sessions for future care.

      community Progress pictures from January - June 2024

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 56-year-old user shared progress pictures from January to June 2024, detailing their hair loss treatment journey. They used Nanoxidil, oral Minoxidil, Finasteride (later switched to Dutasteride), RU58841, and LLLT therapy, noting slow but visible improvements.

      community Taking minoxidil feels like working out, for my hair

      in Chat  17 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil, such as palpitations and insomnia, and switched to topical minoxidil, which led to noticeable hair regrowth, especially at the hairline. They also use finasteride and observed increased hair shedding initially, which later stabilized.

      community Any opinions on my progression

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss starting at 19 and tried treatments like finasteride and minoxidil inconsistently. They later used dutasteride, PRP, and various hair loss lotions and supplements, but faced side effects and are unsure about continuing treatment.

      community 6 months progress after minoxidil/finasteride stopped working

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.

      community People who don’t microneedle, why?

      in Microneedling  145 upvotes 9 months ago
      Microneedling is often combined with minoxidil for hair growth, but concerns about scalp damage, pain, and effectiveness deter some users. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, tretinoin, and laser treatments are preferred by others.

      community Naturally high T (1,100+) causing diffuse thinning while on Dut

      in Chat  22 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 26-year-old male with high testosterone is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using a comprehensive treatment regimen including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy. Suggestions include adjusting dutasteride dosage, monitoring iron levels, and consulting a dermatologist for further evaluation.

      community 6 Months Update - 8000 Hair - Hair Transplant in Toronto

      in Progress Pictures  752 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures of a hair transplant from Padra Clinic in Toronto, claiming 8000 hairs were transplanted for $4000 CAD. The post faced skepticism, with users questioning the results and clinic's credibility, while the user mentioned using zinc, biotin, and hair laser therapy for aftercare.

      community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

      in Will treatment work for me? 3 years ago
      In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

      community One year progress pictures! What do yall think?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments using finasteride, minoxidil pills, and topical minoxidil, with a focus on the use of a 1.5mm derma roller. Users advise caution with derma rolling, suggesting smaller needle sizes and longer intervals between sessions to avoid skin damage and systemic absorption of minoxidil.

      community What's up with everyone microneedling 1.5 mm per week?

      in Microneedling  52 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about microneedling for hair loss. The conclusion is that there are differing opinions on the depth and frequency of microneedling, with some studies suggesting positive results with 1.5mm depth once a week, while others prefer lower depths and less frequent sessions.

      community Does whey protein and creatine aggravate hair loss?

      in Research/Science  83 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hair loss. Some users report hair loss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.

      community Do you see skin shedding with micro needling?

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling can cause skin shedding and inflammation, with some users adjusting needle size or frequency to reduce these effects. Some users combine microneedling with treatments like minoxidil, while others prefer smaller needles or alternative treatments like dutasteride.