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      community 1 month of progress on Fin, Min, and Microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  63 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling consistently for one month to improve hair regrowth. They also use collagen peptides, pumpkin seed oil, vitamin D, biotin, nizoral shampoo, adenosine shampoo, caffeine topical, and rosemary oil as part of their routine.

      community Yet another hrt update (4 months estradiol and spiro + > 4 years of fin and min) (you should absolutely not take estradiol and spiro if you look manly and want to continue to look manly)

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, estradiol, and spironolactone, with a focus on their effects on hair regrowth and gender transition. The original poster shares their personal experience with these treatments, emphasizing that estradiol and spironolactone should not be used by those who want to maintain a masculine appearance.

      community Has anyone ever had success with just micro-needling?

      in Microneedling  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      People are discussing if microneedling alone can improve hair loss without using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. Some users report moderate success with microneedling and natural remedies, but most suggest that results are better when combined with medical treatments.

      community Wimpole Clinic 1850 grafts (23yo) Dr Malkani

      in Progress Pictures  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Wimpole Clinic, performed by Dr. Malkani, and discussed using finasteride at a reduced dose due to side effects. They also mentioned avoiding minoxidil due to heart pain and taking supplements like biotin, marine collagen, viviscal, and krill oil.

      community blood flow and scalp tension - put up or shut up

      in Chat  31 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism about the effectiveness of scalp tension theory and scalp massagers for hair regrowth, contrasting it with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, which have more user-reported results. Participants question the belief in scalp tension theory, suggesting it may be a marketing tactic, while others argue for a multifactorial approach to hair loss.

      community Diffuse Thinners: When to add to stack?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experiencing diffuse thinning at the hairline after 12 months on finasteride is considering adding minoxidil, dutasteride, or RU58841 to their treatment. Another user suggests adding minoxidil now, holding off on dutasteride, and shares personal side effects from RU58841.

      community Myristoyl Pentapeptide and Biotinoyl Tripeptide

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of an eyebrow serum containing Myristoyl Pentapeptide and Biotinoyl Tripeptide for hair growth. The user seeks information on other topical products with similar peptides for hair growth.

      community Im looking for a topical to add to my current stack

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering adding a topical treatment to their current regimen of finasteride and oral minoxidil to protect their temple area, with options like piro, RU58841, or topical finasteride or dutasteride. They are advised against overcomplicating their treatment, but another user suggests a topical with 8% minoxidil/dutasteride for better results.

      community Apparently you can try PP405 right now!?

      in Research/Science  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is likely a scam, with concerns about its legitimacy and safety, as it may cause unintended tissue growth. Users suggest sticking to known treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

      in Treatment  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

      community Put P5P in my shampoo, reduced itch a lot!

      in Chat  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user added P5P (vitamin B6) to their shampoo to reduce scalp itch, which improved significantly. They have been using finasteride for hair loss but are exploring additional treatments like topical antiandrogens and prolactin inhibitors.

      community How strong is topical spiro? Close to God tier stack.

      in Product  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      Topical spiro's effectiveness on androgens is discussed. User tried oral DUT, oral Min, keto/nizoral, and RU but experienced worsening hair loss and chest pains. Suggestion given to increase dutasteride and oral minoxidil dosage before considering spironolactone.

      community List of natural supplements I have tried which did not slow my MPB

      in Chat  32 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a list of natural supplements they tried that did not stop their male pattern baldness (MPB), including vitamin D, biotin, and various oils. The conversation includes skepticism and jokes about one of the methods, injecting jellyfish mucus into testicles, and mixed opinions on the effectiveness of natural treatments.

      community Pre-mixed RU58841 in the KB solution vs PG solution?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Choosing between KB and PG solutions for applying RU58841, considering factors like scalp oiliness and absorption. Some users prefer KB for being gentler, while others use PG and recommend washing hair before application for better results.

      community After ten weeks of microneedling

      in Microneedling  154 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 39 year old male who has been balding since 23 and is intolerant to finasteride, using microneedling with Derminator 2 once per week and minoxidil foam twice daily in an effort to increase thickness of vellus hairs on the crown and maintain hairline.

      community Topical Fin & Min, 5 Month Progress

      in Is this regrowth?  1182 upvotes 7 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using a topical combination of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with weekly dermastamping and ketoconazole shampoo, without side effects. Others suggested additional treatments like red light therapy and PRP.

      community The expected timeline for PP405 - Next update at AAD Annual Meeting in March 2026 ?

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 6 months ago
      A new hair loss treatment, PP405, showed promising Phase 2a results with 31% of patients experiencing over 20% hair density increase without systemic absorption, avoiding hormonal side effects. The treatment is expected to be expensive, with Phase 3 trials starting mid-2026, and there is skepticism about the data's strength.

      community Another transplant or SMP? (Not balding)

      in Transplants  23 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is considering another hair transplant or scalp micropigmentation (SMP) for a congenital bald spot, but previous transplants were less effective due to scar tissue. Suggestions include using hair fibers, changing hairstyles, or doing nothing, as the spot is not very noticeable.

      community One year of Min + Fin to salvage a chance at a transplant

      in Progress Pictures  26 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using 1MG finasteride, 5% minoxidil, LLLT, and derma stamping for a year to improve hair density for a potential transplant. They are considering switching to dutasteride and are unsure whether to proceed with a transplant now or wait for more growth.