User "yungnickyyp" shares 5-month progress using Fin/Min/Niz/Derm for hair loss. Others express jealousy and amazement at the significant hair regrowth.
The conversation discusses a live stream presentation on Pelage PP405 for hair regrowth, with skepticism about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil. Some users express doubt and suggest sticking to proven treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation is about a user's 17-month progress in treating hair loss using finasteride, minoxidil, occasional 0.5mm microneedling, and Nizoral. The user reports significant hairline recovery and aims to achieve a pre-hair loss hairline within the next 6 months.
A 48-year-old who had been thinning since 25 and reached NW4-5 baldness saw no improvement with 1mg/day finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice a day after 8 months. After copying another person's routine, they now use 0.5mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, daily microneedling with 0.5mm and 1mm once a week, and apply minoxidil twice daily, resulting in baby hairs on their bald spot and temples after three months.
A 21-year-old started using topical minoxidil, finasteride (0.7 mg), and microneedling for hair loss treatment after beginning to bald at 18. They are eager to see the results after two months of treatment.
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.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. HMI-115 release timeline is uncertain, with possible grey market availability in 2024-2025.
The user experienced positive hair regrowth using topical minoxidil, along with other factors like shorter hair, castor oil, and hair masks. The user is optimistic about further progress and wants to avoid baldness.
A 24-year-old user shared their 3-month progress using a topical spray containing 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, along with dermarolling and Nizoral shampoo, reporting reduced shedding and signs of hair regrowth. They emphasized consistency in their routine and noted no side effects, expressing optimism about future results.
A user's progress with hair loss treatment, which includes taking 1/2mg of Fin/Min orally daily and using 5% topical Minoxidil in the evenings; additionally, micro-needling is performed fortnightly, along with 2 Nizoral washes per week.
A 28-year-old male started a hair loss treatment with 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, 1mg finasteride every other day, and a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week. After two months, he believes he sees some progress.
A user is considering an extensive hair loss treatment regimen including oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, tretinoin, microneedling, keto shampoo, laser comb, and PRP injections. Suggestions include simplifying the routine, possibly increasing minoxidil dosage, and considering alternatives like RU58841, while cautioning against using estrogen due to potential side effects.
A user shared 3 months of hair loss progress using topical minoxidil 5%, biotin, and increased protein. The user noted steady improvement and the benefit of progress pictures.
A 31-year-old used topical minoxidil and finasteride with weekly microneedling for 3.5 weeks, seeing improvements in the crown and frontal areas. They are happy with the results and curious about the 3-month mark.
Treatments for hair loss, including the use of minoxidil and microneedling; as well as discussing the potential of using finasteride or a ketoconazole shampoo.
HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss that has been reported to produce significant regrowth in bald areas. It is the closest thing to a cure currently available and has raised hope that it could make hair transplants obsolete.
The conclusion of this conversation is that after 90 days of using 5% topical minoxidil, dermarolling once a week, and taking 1mg of oral finasteride daily, the user "M3ga_Shniz" has experienced a complete stop in hair loss thanks to finasteride. They are hopeful that their temples will continue to grow more as they continue with the treatment.
A 46-year-old male shared his 3-week progress using HIMS serum with Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6%, showing improvement without noticeable shedding. His routine includes vitamins, a healthy diet, and specific hair care practices like microneedling and using caffeine solution.
The user shared a 3-month update on using a 5% minoxidil and finasteride topical solution enriched with redensyl and procapil for hair regrowth. They mentioned inconsistency in using the treatment and initially starting it without consulting a dermatologist.
The user shared a 9+ month hair loss treatment progress with 1mg finasteride in the morning, 2.5mg oral minoxidil at night, and vitamin A spray at night, noting the importance of seeing a dermatologist early as their cousin started treatment too late for it to be effective.
The user had a hair transplant in December 2024 and started using topical minoxidil and finasteride in March 2025, along with dermarolling and multivitamins. They are experiencing increased hair shedding and are questioning if it's the "dread shed" phase.
The user experienced significant hair darkening and progress in hair regrowth over six months using 5% topical minoxidil, 5 mg oral minoxidil, 1 mg finasteride, and weekly microneedling. No side effects were reported from these treatments.
A user shared their progress after using a topical treatment combining 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride for two months to address hair loss at the temples. They apply 5ml nightly without side effects and plan to switch to a different brand soon.
User shared results of using minoxidil and dermaneedling for hair loss over 2.5 months, noting improvements, especially around the left temple. No finasteride or other anti-androgens were used.
The user experienced significant hair growth over three months using topical Minoxidil, microdosing Finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They also use Toppik hair fibers and Aveda hair thickening tonic for styling.
User shared progress pictures after nearly 3 months of using 1mg finasteride and weekly microneedling, reporting significant hairline improvement. They feel much better about themselves due to the progress.
PP405 is expected to be more expensive than finasteride and minoxidil initially due to patent protection, but not as costly as life-saving medications like Ozempic. The price may decrease after the patent expires, but initially, it might be around $100 per month, making it potentially unaffordable for many.
The user reported significant hair regrowth after seven months using topical minoxidil 5% combined with 0.1% finasteride and weekly micro needling. The community responded positively, noting visible improvement and discussing the effectiveness of topical versus oral finasteride.
The user experienced scalp irritation from a Finasteride and Minoxidil spray and serum. They are considering switching to foam, oral treatments, or another provider.
The user shared progress on hair regrowth after using 5% Minoxidil twice daily and microneedling 0.5mm a few times a week for 47 days. Other users noted visible improvement and regrowth of baby hair in the frontal temporal region.