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      community 5% minoxidil &1mg finasteride -7th months- Asian-23M

      in Progress Pictures  620 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's successful hair regrowth after 7 months of using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and adding micro needling 4 months ago. The user also took biotin, fish oil, and collagen supplements, and reduced finasteride intake to once every 3 days due to minor libido decay.

      community 5 month update, minoxidil and finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  724 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is happy with hair regrowth after 5 months using topical minoxidil twice daily, oral finasteride once daily, derma stamping weekly, and Watermans shampoo. They noticed darker hair and stopped using creatine, suspecting it worsened hair loss.

      community Didn’t wear a hat to work today - 4 months Topical 0.3/6% Fin/Min in

      in Progress Pictures  210 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user shared progress after four months of using a topical treatment with 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil from Hims, noting positive results and considering switching to oral medication for convenience. Other users discussed the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride, emphasizing that first-time users often see the best results, and shared personal experiences with hair regrowth and maintenance.

      community 19f is my hair loss due to deficiencies?

      in Female  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about a 19-year-old female experiencing hair loss, potentially due to deficiencies in iron, ferritin, and vitamin D. She is considering iron and vitamin D supplementation and exploring dietary changes, while also planning to consult a dermatologist when possible.

      community Just over one year on fin & min

      in Progress Pictures  84 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil daily for over a year, now reduced to every second day with oral minoxidil, 0.5mm microneedling twice a week, and 2% Nizoral shampoo once a week. The conversation includes a question about the user's age.

      community 10 months treating MPB - I am happy with these results

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 26-year-old man shared his positive results after 10 months of treating male pattern baldness using a regimen that includes Estradiol Enanthate, DHPA, Bicalutamide, Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, and a dermaroller. He experienced mild gynecomastia and reduced body hair as side effects but was satisfied with the outcome.

      community 26/F - Lots of stuff going on - Pics inside.

       7 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 26 year old female with PCOS who has been dealing with hair loss for several years, despite managing her hormones and taking vitamins. She has tried various treatments such as Nizoral, Minoxidil, Pyrithione zinc, coal tar and salicylic acid to no avail. The user is looking for advice on what else they can do to stop their hair loss.

      community Month 5 on topical gave me another shed and plateau.

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced another hair shed and plateau at month 5 using 6% minoxidil and 0.3% finasteride, with an itchy scalp indicating potential regrowth. They find the topical spray easy to use and saw results within two months, but caution that stopping use may lead to hair loss.

      community 2 months on oral finasteride and minoxidil

      in Treatment  40 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 42-year-old is using 1.25 mg finasteride and 3 mg minoxidil for hair loss, noticing fine baby hairs after two months. Users suggest patience, considering dutasteride, and discuss potential side effects and hair transplant options.

      community 3 weeks on topical fin, started shedding hard

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair shedding after three weeks of using topical finasteride. They are concerned about the effects of ethanol in topical minoxidil and are unsure if they should wash their hair daily.

      community Next Steps/ Need Help

      in General  93 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving 1mg finasteride every other day, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and a fin/minoxidil mix on non-pill days. The user is considering whether to continue this regimen or switch to daily finasteride or try other treatments like dutasteride.

      community Gyno caused by finasteride?

      in General  75 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing chest sensitivity and muscle ache after using topical finasteride for a month and is concerned about potential gynecomastia. They are considering asking their doctor for blood work to check estrogen levels and are questioning whether to stop using finasteride.

      community Losing ground after 14 months of fin use and 11 months of min

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  53 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 24-year-old person who is worried about their hair loss after 14 months of taking finasteride and 11 months of minoxidil. Replies to the post suggested sticking with their current regimen, that shedding from one part may not be telogen effluvium, and that shedding is normal with these drugs and they should evaluate in two to three months.

      community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  27 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

      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 Female Hair Loss, Is there anything else I should be doing?

       11 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 20-year old female experiencing hair loss, who has had normal blood tests and is currently using minoxidil as recommended by her doctor. She is asking if there are any other treatments she should consider.

      community Six months 0.5 duta+ 5mg oral mino

      in Is this regrowth?  62 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and reduced scalp visibility after six months of using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 5 mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions included continuing the treatment, dermarolling with hyaluronic acid, and considering a hair transplant.

      community M30, month 4 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  125 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 30-year-old male is using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and various supplements for hair loss, reporting no sexual side effects but experiencing tinnitus. He stopped microneedling and tretinoin cream, saw quick results, and experiences low-intensity shedding.

      community 3 month progress on Minoxidil 5% only.

      in Is this regrowth?  1037 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is pleased with their hair regrowth after 3 months using Minoxidil 5%. They plan to start Finasteride upon returning home, and others discuss the importance of consistency and patience with hair loss treatments.