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      community Stimulating existing stem cells to grow hair.

      in Technology  119 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell injections, are discussed, with skepticism about their effectiveness compared to Minoxidil and finasteride. Derma stamping is mentioned as effective when used with Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Pleasant surprise Eyebrow and eyelash gains

      in Is this regrowth?  155 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced significant eyebrow and eyelash growth after starting a hair loss treatment routine that includes oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, microneedling, and supplements. They also reported positive scalp hair gains and no significant side effects.

      community What Is The Best Solution For Hairline and Hair Recovery

      in Chat  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride are considered effective for hairline and hair recovery, but results vary. Topical minoxidil can still be used for beard and eyebrows even when taking oral versions.

      community Is microneedling still worth it if I’m on oral minoxidil?

      in Microneedling  21 upvotes 9 months ago
      Microneedling may still be beneficial for those on oral minoxidil due to its effects on tissue repair and blood flow, not just absorption. Some users report mixed results, and the effectiveness of combining microneedling with oral treatments remains debated.

      community AGA responded to steroid shots? Biopsy wrong? Please help!

      in Female  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.

      community formula 82D for diffuse androgenic alopecia (DUPA)

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.

      community 4 month update - nuclear stack, 42m

      in Progress Pictures  256 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 42-year-old user shared a 4-month update on their hair regrowth using a "nuclear stack" including oral and topical minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, micro-needling, keto shampoo, saw palmetto, biotin, multivitamins, scalp massages, and inversion table. They reported significant progress with minimal side effects and plan to continue the routine.

      community Why does MPB only affect the scalp

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be influenced by androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles and potentially poor blood flow. Transplanted hair is not immune to DHT, and factors like inflammation and scalp tension might also contribute to hair loss.

      community 6ish months min & fin, still loosing ground? (20M)

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 20-year-old is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and a dermastamp to address hair loss but is concerned about continued thinning and lack of visible regrowth after six months. They are questioning if diet, vitamin deficiencies, or dosage adjustments could impact progress.

      community M26 Month 0 vs. Month 6 (Oral Fin)

      in Progress Pictures  136 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after six months of using oral finasteride, with no side effects. He is considering adding oral minoxidil to his regimen but is cautious about potential side effects and plans to reassess after one year.

      community Attacking DHT synergistically both locally at the scalp and systemically = Greater Success??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil for three years without success and is considering adding topical Finasteride or Dutasteride to target DHT both locally and systemically. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan, exploring different combinations, and considering other factors like potential misdiagnosis or inconsistent medication use.

      community My 3 month 'progress' so far. I feel like it's working.

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing positive hair growth after 3 months using 0.5mg dutasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, dermastamping, and biotin shampoo, with some side effects like reduced libido and palpitations. They plan to continue treatment for a year before considering a hair transplant, as advised by another user who suggests waiting for full results from minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Frustrating back and forth progress

      in Is this regrowth?  161 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing fluctuating hair regrowth using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, with the best results in the first four months. Suggestions include being patient through shedding cycles, considering oral minoxidil, and possibly adding dutasteride for stronger results.

      community Can MPB come and go?

      in Advice  5 upvotes 8 years ago
      Hair loss can stabilize at a certain level and may not be permanent, especially if hormonal. The user experienced hair regrowth after using fish oil and derma rolling, but is hesitant to use Minoxidil or finasteride.

      community 8 month update on oral min/fin

      in Update  13 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and increased confidence after 8 months using 5mg Minoxidil, 1.1mg Finasteride, and 1mg Biotin, with no side effects. The user received many compliments on their thicker hair and plans to get a haircut.

      community 2200 grafts 4 days out from procedure

      in Transplants  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a 2200 graft FUE hair transplant at DiStefano Hair Restoration in Worcester, MA, praising Dr. Heinis and his staff for their care. The user is also using oral Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, and vitamins D and B.

      community People here who stopped micronedling/dermaroller, what happened?

      in Microneedling  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      Some users maintained hair gains after stopping microneedling while continuing minoxidil and finasteride, while others saw no improvement or experienced hair breakage. One user switched to oral minoxidil and continued finasteride and dutasteride after seeing no results from microneedling.

      community 6 months Minodixil 5mg/Dutasteride 0.5mg

      in Progress Pictures  108 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 25-year-old uses oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and a shampoo with minoxidil and ketoconazole for hair loss, experiencing progress and increased body hair. Users discuss the effectiveness of these treatments, with some suggesting that dutasteride is primarily responsible for hair thickening.

      community Two-year update - dut, min, niz, 1.5mm roller

      in Progress Pictures  513 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a two-year update on their hair loss treatment using dutasteride (0.5mg/day), minoxidil (Kirkland topical foam 2x/day), a 1.5mm derma roller every other week, and a daily multivitamin with biotin. They reported significant hair regrowth with no side effects, emphasizing the importance of consistency and a healthy lifestyle.

      community 8 weeks in with microneedling and minoxidil/tretinoin

      in Progress Pictures  95 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a combination of microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy to address hair loss, with a focus on the hairline and temples. They emphasize the importance of scalp massages and have seen regrowth, attributing success to their comprehensive routine.