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      community Case study: 1mo progress microneedling + minox, no fin.

      in Microneedling  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their experience with microneedling and minoxidil for hair loss, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about systemic hormone effects. They reported slight hair regrowth after one month and plan to continue the regimen, noting improvements in skin sensitivity and managing dandruff with anti-dandruff shampoo.

      community M28 Complete transformation in 4 months

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their hair transformation over four months using daily 2.5mg oral minoxidil, every other day 1mg oral finasteride, weekly dermastamping, and daily scalp massages, with plans for a hair transplant. Another user suggested continuing the medication for a year before considering a transplant.
      2.5 months of treatment

      community 2.5 months of treatment

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  38 upvotes 1 day ago
      The user has been using 0.5 mg oral finasteride and recently switched to 2.5 mg oral minoxidil from topical application. They are observing potential early regrowth with longer baby hairs.

      community DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.

      community Has anyone tried latanoprost+microneedle?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling combined with latanoprost may convert vellus hairs to transitional or terminal hairs. The user suggests using oral minoxidil to increase vellus hair, then applying a high concentration of latanoprost with microneedling for conversion.

      community [M32] 2y finasteride hairline gains

      in Progress Pictures  359 upvotes 2 years ago
      A man shared his hairline improvement after two years on 1.25mg finasteride daily and using piroctone olamine shampoo. He has not had a hair transplant and does not plan to use minoxidil.
      M27 Fin/Min (topical) was fun while it lasted

      community M27 Fin/Min (topical) was fun while it lasted

      in Finasteride  126 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride but had to stop due to high liver enzyme levels. They plan to pause treatment for a month to see if their liver values return to normal.

      community A Different Take on Curing MBP

       17 upvotes 7 years ago
      Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.

      community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair

      in Progress Pictures  492 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.

      community Treatment prognosis, 22M

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 22-year-old male with hair loss is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling after being diagnosed with MPB, vitamin D deficiency, and dandruff. He seeks advice on whether these treatments can realistically improve his hair density and achieve a healthier NW2.

      community 31M – 4.5 months progress fin&min&dut meso

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 31-year-old male shared his 4.5-month progress using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dutasteride mesotherapy for hair loss, showing significant improvement in crown density and overall hair texture. He reported no side effects and plans to continue the treatment to assess further results.

      community Exosomes for mpb day 1-? Let’s see if it’s bs.

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 4 years ago
      Trying out a new exosome treatment for male pattern baldness, in addition to increasing vitamin intake and using existing treatments such as Nizoral and scalp drops. The user has no expectations that the new treatment will work but is giving it a try anyway.

      community 2-3 Months on min/microneedling, pic in comments

      in Update  5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth, especially at the hairline, after using Minoxidil, microneedling, vitamins, and specific shampoos for 2-3 months. They are considering adding finasteride but are hesitant due to potential side effects.

      community Microneeeling Question for Oral Minoxidil

      in Microneedling  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      Microneedling can still be beneficial when using oral finasteride and minoxidil, with a recommended needle length of 0.5mm to 1.0mm. A stamp or pen is preferred over a roller for microneedling.

      community 2.5mg to 5mg OM after 2 weeks too soon?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started taking 2.5mg oral Minoxidil (OM) and 1mg Finasteride after using topical Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Tretinoin for 2.5 months. They are considering increasing the OM dose before an upcoming hair transplant to improve its success.

      community [M21] 2-month result on Min+ Fin topical solution

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old male is using a Minoxidil (10%) and Finasteride (0.1%) topical solution with a Keraglo Men tablet for hair loss, experiencing positive results without side effects. He advises another user to prepare questions for a dermatologist visit and discusses potential treatment adjustments.

      community 3 Months progress on Fin, min and microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  137 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 3-month hair growth progress using 1mg oral finasteride, 5% topical minoxidil, and microneedling with a 1.5 mm dermaroller twice weekly. The user received positive feedback and expressed a desire for thicker hair in the future.

      community Adipose tissue layer and stem cells.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      Adipose fat cells and stem cells may help treat hair loss by restoring the scalp's thickness. Treatments like NanoFat injections and Botox are discussed for their potential to promote hair growth.

      community M20 1.5 months vs 8 months fin + min

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily for 1.5 to 8 months and is unsure about regrowth. Suggestions include continuing the treatment, trying microneedling, or considering oral minoxidil.