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      community Going to start my Min/Fin journey!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about starting a hair loss treatment with oral and topical Minoxidil, 1mg Finasteride, and a Biotin supplement. The user is advised to start with the prescribed 1mg Finasteride and lower the dose if side effects occur.

      community Update: Exactly one year of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  697 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their one-year hair regrowth progress using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, rosemary oil, and a silicone head massager, along with a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They are happy with the results but acknowledge some hair loss is still visible, especially when wet.

      community Science backed answer only from what you have learnt .

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Alcohol-based minoxidil absorbs better but can cause irritation; non-alcohol-based is gentler. Topical dutasteride shows promise but needs more research; low-dose oral minoxidil (0.25 mg/day) is effective with fewer side effects. Ingredients like Procapil, Redensyl, caffeine, and Anagain in shampoos have limited evidence; ketoconazole shampoo can help when used 2-3 times a week with other treatments.

      community Wait, this is actually working?! Feb - Jun

      in Is this regrowth?  116 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth after 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, 2 weeks of dermatolling, and possibly tretinoin. They also noted improved mental health and reduced weight training.

      community Fin for 1 year+ no results, non-responder?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been on finasteride for over a year with minimal hair regrowth and is considering stopping it, despite no side effects. They are also planning a hair transplant and seeking additional hair growth treatments, while managing high testosterone and scalp issues like dandruff and oiliness.

      community 14-month update - dut, min, niz, 1.5mm roller.

      in Progress Pictures  444 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a 14-month hair loss treatment update using dutasteride, minoxidil foam, a 1.5mm derma roller, and Nizoral, with noticeable hair regrowth and no side effects. The discussion highlights the effectiveness of microneedling in combination with topical treatments, with many users agreeing it significantly enhances results.

      community 2023 study: Novel Hemp extract causes great hair (allegedly better than fin/min) growth with little to no side effects. Photos included… Thoughts?

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A novel hemp extract allegedly promotes better hair growth than minoxidil and finasteride, with minimal side effects, but the study's credibility is questioned due to potential bias and confounding factors like peppermint oil. Users express skepticism and suggest sticking with proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Don't leave a boy hanging, try to help.

      in Chat  113 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their success with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, recommending these treatments to others. They emphasized the importance of informing others about effective treatments rather than relying on supplements.

      community Been on min+fin for 2 years, only gotten worse. B/A pics included

      in Chat  88 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride and topical minoxidil for two years and is considering oral minoxidil and dutasteride. Suggestions include microneedling, stress management, and alternative treatments like topical finasteride or ketoconazole shampoo.

      community How aggressive can I push my stack?

      in Treatments  165 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 21-year-old male is experiencing crown balding and is using RU58841, topical minoxidil, and plans to add dutasteride and oral minoxidil to his treatment. He seeks advice on increasing his treatment stack despite previous side effects like chest pain.

      community 1.5 years. Oral Fin and Min only.

      in Progress Pictures  517 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride (1 mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) daily, with minimal side effects. They also use testosterone to balance any libido effects from finasteride.

      community 6 months of finasteride only .

      in Progress Pictures  179 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using finasteride pills for hair loss, reporting minimal shedding and noticeable improvement. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and side effects like dizziness.

      community (27M) 13 month update - fin and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  683 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 27-year-old male shared his 13-month progress using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair regrowth, reporting significant improvement without noticeable side effects. He also mentioned losing 110 lbs, which may have contributed to his overall health and appearance.

      community Is this progress: 21 year old male Norwood 3 minoxidil progress

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old male using minoxidil, derma stamping, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and Nizoral shampoo for hair loss sees minimal progress and is cautious about using finasteride due to potential side effects. Others suggest finasteride or dutasteride for better results, noting side effects are rare.

      community 3.5 months of treatment (fin & min)

      in Is this regrowth?  187 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their positive progress after 3.5 months of using finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth, noting increased hair density and new growth around the temples. They experienced minimal side effects and slight initial shedding, and emphasized the importance of consistency and patience with the treatment.

      community I have tried many treatments but it's getting worse. 23M.

      in Treatment  89 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male experiencing worsening hair loss has tried topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, Progesterone, Hydrocortisone butyrate, and Ketoconazole. He is considering switching to oral Finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of improvement.

      community What has your 0.5mg/daily dutasteride timeline been?

      in Research/Science  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      Many users report switching from finasteride to dutasteride with mixed results, often experiencing increased shedding and minimal regrowth. Some users find dutasteride more effective in slowing hair loss, while others see no improvement or even regression.

      community Year and 3 months progress (28m) fin + min

      in Progress Pictures  328 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 15-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil once daily, noting significant improvement after adding finasteride. They experienced mild side effects, including reduced erection strength after a year.