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      community Can a HT fix a severe case of diffuse thinning scalp?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has severe diffuse thinning on the scalp and is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermarolling, tretinoin, and Nizoral without satisfactory results. They are considering a hair transplant but are concerned about the cost and the number of grafts needed.

      community On Fin 1 mg for past 4 months, plus micro needling weekly

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 49-year-old man has been using 1 mg of finasteride daily and microneedling weekly for four months to address hair loss, with no side effects and noticeable progress. He shares his experience and encourages others to consider treatment options without fear.

      community [43M] 6 months topical .01%->.025% / 5% min

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 43-year-old man shares his slow progress using low-dose topical finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair growth, along with scalp massages, microneedling, biotin supplements, and pumpkin seed oil. Another user suggests shaving and warns about potential infertility from finasteride, but the original poster remains optimistic, citing others' successful results.

      community Microneedling + topical fin/min: how to structure the routine?

      in General  78 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is using a topical spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin for hair loss and plans to add weekly dermastamping, starting with a needle length of 0.6mm. They seek advice on the safety of combining these treatments, the impact of skipping one dose weekly, and the frequency of replacing the dermastamp.

      community Microneedling thread? Share your results

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      Microneedling is discussed as a method to improve hair growth, with users sharing their experiences and results using different needle depths and frequencies. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto supplements.

      community IGF-1 and Peptides? Miracle molecule waiting to be found

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.

      community Microneedling Only Results?? (No fin/minox)

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The post discusses using microneedling alone for hair regrowth without finasteride or minoxidil due to side effects and dependency concerns. The user is also considering the "Zix" formula, acetic acid, topical zinc solutions, and lithium chloride.

      community 4 months into min/fin topical spray with 1-2x week microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing potential hair regrowth after 4 months of using a minoxidil and finasteride topical spray combined with microneedling 1-2 times a week. They notice some scalp redness and irritation but are unsure if the increased hair density is due to regrowth or longer hair.

      community 6 month update - 3200 FUE grafts, oral fin/min, keto shampoo, biotin

      in Progress Pictures  300 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 6-month hair loss treatment progress, which included 3200 FUE grafts, oral finasteride and minoxidil, keto shampoo, and biotin. The user also mentioned micro needling their temples for further growth and plans to observe the effects of finasteride and minoxidil over the next 6-12 months.

      community Is microneedling really that effective?

      in Microneedling  35 upvotes 7 months ago
      Microneedling's effectiveness for hair growth is debated, with some users reporting positive results when combined with minoxidil and finasteride, while others experienced scarring and no benefits. Needle depth and frequency vary, with some suggesting 0.5-1mm as effective, but caution is advised to avoid overuse and potential harm.

      community 12 Months Hair Transplant Progress / 3500 Grafts (1 YEAR)

      in Transplants  1117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 12-month progress after a 3500-graft hair transplant at Heva Clinic in Istanbul, choosing not to use minoxidil or finasteride. The results were praised, with comments noting the natural look and significant improvement.

      community Min/Fin/Needle July 2024-March 2026

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and improved hair density using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with microneedling as an additional treatment. They are considering a hair transplant for low-density areas but are uncertain due to existing follicles.

      community 7 Months. 1mg fin. min once at night. Weekly 1.5mm Microneedling.

      in Progress Pictures  190 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user's progress in treating hair loss using 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil once at night, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling. The user reports significant improvement and no side effects, while others discuss their experiences and offer advice on similar treatments.

      community My microneedling journey (no min, fin, etc)

      in Microneedling  210 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced positive hair growth results using microneedling with rosemary and mint oil, without Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They switched from a dermaroller to a microneedling pen and targeted different scalp areas weekly.
      36M too late to start oral Fin and Min then get a FUE?

      community 36M too late to start oral Fin and Min then get a FUE?

      in General  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old man is considering starting oral finasteride and minoxidil, using ketoconazole shampoo, and possibly getting a 3000-graft FUE hair transplant. He previously had scalp micropigmentation but is now exploring medication due to fewer concerns about side effects.

      community 3 months in, min/fin/microneedle

      in Progress Pictures  97 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress with using Minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling to treat hair loss; another user mentioned a Japanese study that found better results for hairy individuals on finasteride.

      community Regrowth? Min massaging and derma stamp

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user noticed baby hairs after using minoxidil for two years, along with daily massages, derma stamping, and drinking peppermint infusions. Another user suggested starting with topical finasteride and eventually switching to oral finasteride, despite the original poster experiencing side effects from topical finasteride.

      community Crazy Journey (5 Difficult Years)

      in Progress Pictures  230 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their hair restoration journey after a botched transplant, highlighting successful results with 8000 grafts and 5mg oral minoxidil, while choosing not to use finasteride due to potential side effects. The user reported no side effects from minoxidil, except for extra body hair, and expressed satisfaction with the current results.