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      community I've been taking medicines for my hair loss at 18? Read description

       2 upvotes 8 years ago
      A 22-year-old from India is using finasteride, Trichoton AT, and a multivitamin to address hair loss, noticing some regrowth. They are concerned about weight gain and the psychological effects of masturbation but find no strong evidence linking it to hair loss.

      community Loosing hope after not seeing improvement in hair regrowth.

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22-year-old male is not seeing hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year and additional treatments for three months. Suggestions include improving scalp absorption with sea salt and trying a lipid-based solution, microneedling, and possibly switching to dutasteride if no improvement after 1-2 years.

      community What was your “f*ck I’m balding” story?

      in Chat  178 upvotes 3 years ago
      User noticed thinning hair at 18-19, started finasteride at 22 and minoxidil at 24, with positive results. Others shared hair loss experiences and treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants.

      community 15 months fin, 12 months min results. 22M

      in Progress Pictures  214 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old shared his 15-month progress using finasteride and 12-month progress with minoxidil for hair loss, noting improved thickness but minimal hairline change. He experienced initial shedding with minoxidil but no side effects from finasteride, and he advises patience and consistency for results.

      community Very reluctantly starting Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.

      community 1.5 Months on Finasteride and Oral minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  60 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using 1.25mg Finasteride, 5mg Oral Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for 1.5 months, noticing thicker hair and less scalp visibility, though changes are more noticeable in photos than in real life. They experienced no side effects from Finasteride but had initial chest discomfort with Oral Minoxidil, which resolved, and they plan to continue updating on their progress.

      community Groundbreaking sugar gel might be a miracle hair loss solution for men and women

      in Technology  125 upvotes 1 year ago
      A sugar gel called 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) shows potential for promoting hair regrowth by increasing blood supply to hair follicles, similar to Minoxidil, but its effectiveness in humans is unproven. It may benefit those who don't tolerate Minoxidil, but it is not a replacement for treatments like Finasteride or RU58841.

      community My “hairless” journey - From October 2021 - Until today

      in Progress Pictures  471 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 25-year-old shared their hair regrowth journey using topical minoxidil, then switching to oral minoxidil and finasteride, experiencing significant improvement but planning a future hair transplant. Other users discussed their experiences with treatments like dutasteride, with some expressing concerns about side effects and treatment effectiveness.

      community M22, Finasteride 3 Months in, seeking advice!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 22-year-old male with a family history of baldness has been using finasteride for 3 months and previously used minoxidil. He is concerned about hair loss progression and seeks advice on whether to restart minoxidil and improve his lifestyle, while being advised to be patient with the treatment.

      community I'm sorry I hate it, I cannot enjoy life like this.

      in Chat  175 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male is frustrated about being the only bald person in his social circle. He has tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride without success and is considering hair systems, transplants, or counseling.

      community How does dutasteride regrowth work?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old man with hair loss from bleach damage is using oral minoxidil and considering adding Dutasteride for better regrowth and prevention. He seeks advice on Dutasteride's effectiveness and potential benefits over finasteride, and is also curious about RU58841.
      Thinning in Hairline and Vertex - What do I do?

      community Thinning in Hairline and Vertex - What do I do?

      in General  345 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 25-year-old male is experiencing hair thinning at the hairline and vertex, considering using a dermapen or dermastamp, and seeking advice on whether to continue with natural remedies like onion juice and rosemary oil or start using minoxidil or finasteride. He is also looking for recommendations on microneedling devices.

      community 1yr on fin and min. I guess im not bald anymore.

      in Update  203 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth experience using 1.25mg finasteride daily, alternating oral and topical minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling. They reported significant improvement in their hairline and crown coverage over a year, with minimal side effects.

      community 4 years on finasteride update!

      in Progress Pictures  256 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old has been using finasteride for four years to treat hair loss, starting at age 21, and has experienced significant hair thickening without side effects. Others in the conversation share varied results and experiences with finasteride, with some considering adding minoxidil to their treatment.

      community (30M) 3 years Fin and 10 months min

      in Progress Pictures  307 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their progress using 1.25g finasteride daily for 3 years and 5g oral minoxidil for 10 months, reporting positive results. They seek advice on further improving their hairline, with no significant side effects mentioned.

      community 4 months progress, fin/min daily

      in Is this regrowth?  194 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after 4 months of using 1.25mg finasteride daily and 5% Minoxidil foam. They reported no side effects and no noticeable shedding phase.

      community PP405 (Non) Update - Feb 2025

      in Research/Science  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the delay in the PP405 Phase 2 study results, now expected by the end of 2025, and skepticism about research practices. There is also mention of optimism for Amplifica's AMP303 and a topical treatment in early testing.

      community My mum is mad annoying about Fin.

      in Chat  245 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old man discusses his struggles with his mother's opposition to his use of Finasteride for hair loss treatment, despite it improving his condition and self-control after a hair transplant. He expresses frustration over her blaming the medication for various issues and the stress caused by her insistence to stop taking it.

      community 3 months on Minoxidil 5% once per day

      in Progress Pictures  1012 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth after using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1.25mg daily for three months, despite initial shedding. They noted improved hair density, especially at the temples, and plan to manage excess hair growth on the forehead.
      I just got started on my journey

      community I just got started on my journey

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  115 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old male is concerned about hair loss, possibly at Norwood stage 3 to 5, and has started using Minoxidil, shampoo, and hair fibers, while planning to get finasteride. He is worried about the shedding process affecting his progress.

      community before and after 3 months of meds 20m

      in Progress Pictures  20 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 20-year-old using 1 mg finasteride, 2 ml topical minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling for hair loss shows progress after three months, with thicker hair and temple regrowth. No side effects reported, and the user is considering switching to oral minoxidil.

      community 5MG finasteride everyday June 1st 2024 - October 7th 2024

      in Progress Pictures  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 1.25 mg of finasteride daily since June 2024 to promote hair regrowth and thickness, considering switching to dutasteride if results are unsatisfactory. They are hesitant to add minoxidil due to cost and potential side effects but have seen some progress with finasteride alone.