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      community Itchy/Sore scalp with hair loss M(28).

       3 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 28-year-old male is experiencing hair loss, itching, soreness, and numbness on the scalp, with symptoms including dry, brittle hair and scalp irritation. Treatments tried include Nizoral, salt water, various oils, and antihistamines, with limited success; a chemist suggested a possible fungal infection, while a doctor suspected male pattern baldness.

      community 7 months of topical fin + min

      in Progress Pictures  854 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP shared progress pictures after 7 months of using a topical solution with 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil, prescribed by a dermatologist. OP experienced mild shedding initially and noticed significant growth by the third month.

      community Fin/Min/Biotin Progress Pics and symptoms

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing progress in hair growth using 0.5mg Finasteride, 5mg Minoxidil, and 1mg Biotin daily but is also developing gynecomastia. They plan to continue the treatment for six months unless the side effects worsen.

      community Minoxidil is destroying my scalp - please help

      in Minoxidil  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil is causing severe scalp irritation, including itchiness and dryness, for the user. Alternatives suggested include anti-fungal treatments, propylene-glycol-free formulations, and possibly oral minoxidil.

      community RU and cetosomal minoxidil topical

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      Mixing RU58841 with cetosomal minoxidil is discussed due to scalp irritation from ethanol PG vehicles. A mixture of the two turned bright pink when left to dry.

      community Update to losing hair at 16

      in Update  11 upvotes 6 years ago
      User has seborrhoeic dermatitis causing hair loss. They are using Ketoconazole shampoo and may use selenium sulfide shampoo.

      community Information regarding Follicusan DP?

      in Product  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      Follicusan DP is discussed as a potential alternative to Minoxidil without side effects, but information is scarce. It is noted to be of German origin and details on its mechanism are limited.

      community Fin/Min 3 Months Progress (Wet)

      in Progress Pictures 3 years ago
      3 months of progress with Finasteride and Minoxidil treatment for hair loss, as well as Nutrafol vitamins and low-level light therapy. The user experienced no problems and had a satisfied girlfriend to boot!

      community Minoxidil and Finastride topical solution 2 months update

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 34-year-old woman has been using a topical solution of 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride since January 2026 to address hair thinning caused by PCOS and poor nutrition. She reports ongoing hair shedding but has improved her diet with whole foods and supplements.

      community Anybody used Fluridil ? Is my last hope.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including fluridil, oral minoxidil, alfatradiol, and cb-03-01. Concerns about finasteride's side effects, including potential breast cancer risk, are also discussed.

      community Min/Fin/Needle July 2024-March 2026

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 1 month 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 Fluridil vs Breezula?

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 5 years ago
      Comparing two upcoming topical hair loss treatments, Fluridil and Breezula, to determine which is most effective for treating hair loss, taking into consideration factors such as price, side effects, potential for hair growth, convenience of application, smell, greasiness, and styling after use.

      community Topical Fin/Min - 3 Month Progress

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user applied topical minoxidil and finasteride daily for 3 months and noticed progress in hair growth. Another user recommended collagen for hair growth and other benefits.

      community 7 months topical fin only trying to fix center of hairline

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A user is experiencing hair loss in the center of their hairline and has been using topical finasteride for seven months with minimal progress. They are considering switching treatments due to concerns about losing ground and potential side effects of other options.

      community Topical Min 5% - Keto 2% shampoo 2x week - Tretnoin 0.025% - 6 Months update

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical Minoxidil 5%, Keto 2% shampoo, and Tretinoin 0.025% for six months, with plans to start topical Finasteride 0.1% soon. They are advised to focus on DHT blockers like Finasteride and consider additional tests and supplements to address potential deficiencies and scalp health.

      community Indian Subcontinent specific : Fin effects

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      Oral finasteride is recommended over topical finasteride for men in the Indian subcontinent, with no reported side effects. Minoxidil and dermarolling are also suggested, while dietary supplements and topical finasteride are deemed less effective.

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

      in Is this regrowth?  63 upvotes 8 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 3 Month Progress on Topical Fin/Min

      in Progress Pictures  28 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user shared impressive three-month progress using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, along with derma rolling and collagen supplements. They reported no side effects and detailed their routine, including specific concentrations of the treatments used.

      community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

      in Research/Science  210 upvotes 1 year ago
      The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.

      community My dermatologist gave me Ell cranell?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is seeking advice on a hair loss treatment called Ell Cranell, which contains Alfatradiol. Another user shared information from a study stating that Alfatradiol only slows down or stabilizes hair loss, but does not increase hair density or thickness.

      community Are 10% fluridil formulations effective?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is asking if using a 10% fluridil formulation would be effective for blocking scalp androgens in addition to their current treatment of oral dutasteride.