A user ordered H&W's 1.25% Topical Finasteride and is curious about others' experiences and side effects. Another user asked about availability in the US.
Finasteride can effectively slow or halt hair loss, even for those genetically predisposed to significant balding, like Norwood 6 or 7. Many users report long-term maintenance or improvement, often combining it with other treatments like Dutasteride or Minoxidil for better results.
A user shared progress pictures showing improvement from NW 6 to NW 2 after four months of treatment. They are considering using exosomes to further reverse hair miniaturization.
Several users shared their experiences with hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling, reporting varying degrees of hair regrowth. Despite some skepticism, users noted visible improvements over time, with some considering hair transplants as a future option.
A 35-year-old man with 10 years of hair loss at NRW7 started using topical Minoxidil and noticed some hair regrowth. He plans to continue with Minoxidil, add microneedling, and possibly try topical treatments like finasteride or dutasteride.
A user struggled with hair loss and ineffective vitamin treatments from their doctor. They eventually obtained a finasteride prescription through a telemedicine service and felt relieved.
Bald men can still attract partners, as personality and confidence often outweigh hair loss. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used, but self-acceptance and personal satisfaction are key.
A 23-year-old man shared his 4-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil with finasteride topical twice a day, multivitamins, microneedling, head massages, and ketoconazole shampoo. He's unsure of his current Norwood scale classification and is asking for help to determine it, with suggestions ranging from NW4 to NW4.5.
MCL-1 protein may help maintain hair follicles in the growth phase and prevent miniaturization. There is interest in experimental treatments like exosomes, peptides, or stem cell serums to upregulate MCL-1 for hair loss, especially for those not using minoxidil or finasteride.
A 21-year-old is using finasteride and previously used minoxidil for hairline concerns, considering a hair transplant despite no visible balding. They are advised to continue finasteride as a preventive measure.
A 25-year-old who started losing hair at 16 and reached almost NW7 by 20 saw hair regrowth using a regimen including dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and a dermaroller, along with supplements like biotin, zinc, and omega-3. After initial success, they experienced shedding, added more supplements and treatments, and sought advice on whether to continue; responses encouraged them to persist as shedding is often part of the hair regrowth cycle.
The user is seeing slow hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Finasteride, a derma roller, vitamins, and zinc. Some suggest switching to dutasteride or adding other treatments, but others doubt significant cosmetic improvement due to advanced hair loss.
A 21-year-old shares their one-year progress using finasteride for hair loss, experiencing initial shedding but eventual regrowth, especially on the crown. They consider switching to dutasteride due to continued hair loss at the front temple and mid-scalp areas.
The user achieved impressive hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and topical minoxidil, and is now adding dutasteride due to recent diffuse thinning. They experienced initial side effects with finasteride but no longer have issues.
AH-001 is a new topical treatment designed to degrade androgen receptors, targeting the root cause of androgenetic alopecia without the side effects of oral treatments like finasteride. It has shown a strong safety profile and good local tolerability in early trials.
A 19-year-old with NW2-2.5 hair loss is starting finasteride soon, considering low dosages of 0.25mg daily or 0.5mg 3-5 times a week. They are also using derma stamping, ketoconazole shampoo, ACV washes, and various oils to maintain hair quality and reduce scalp itch.
The post is a 1-year update on hair loss progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride treatments. The user has seen good progress, especially in transitioning from a Norwood 3 to a Norwood 2 hair loss pattern.
The user shared their experience with hair regrowth using a natural approach, including a good diet, multivitamins, pumpkin seed oil, and scalp massages, without using minoxidil or finasteride. They emphasize this method for those with stabilized hair loss around Norwood 1.5 - 2, noting satisfactory progress over a year.
A 28-year-old male with a family history of baldness is deciding whether to start finasteride now or wait for visible hair changes. He is considering starting finasteride immediately to proactively address potential hair loss.
17M approaching Norwood 2, using topical minoxidil and considering finasteride, oral minoxidil, and pyrilutamide. Plans to study dermatology and possibly get a hair transplant at 25 if treatments don't work.
Norwood 7 hair loss is often excluded from trials to ensure treatments appear more effective and to reduce costs. Some believe treatments effective for Norwood 5 could work on Norwood 7, but companies prioritize market readiness.
TWIST-1 gene's role in hair loss and potential as a treatment target. Inhibiting TWIST-1 may prolong hair growth and reduce hair follicle sensitivity to DHT.
A user shared their 20-week progress using topical minoxidil (5%) and finasteride (0.1%) with a 1mm dermastamp, showing significant hair regrowth from NW5 to between NW3V and NW4. They experienced no side effects and plan to update at 12 months.
A user's 11-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg dutasteride every other day, 50mg RU58841 in the morning, 5mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil at night, and microneedling with a 1.5mm needle every other week. The user's improvement was significant, going from a severe hair loss stage (NW7) to a mild/moderate stage (NW2-3).
User shared 12-month hair loss progress using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. They detailed their medication regimen and dosages.
NMN is considered safe to use with dutasteride, and it may help reduce grey hairs. Combining NMN with creatine, whey protein, fish oil, and dutasteride is not seen as excessive.
A user is experiencing hair loss at NW 5 and is using finasteride, which is causing side effects like dry eyes and loss of libido. They are considering continuing with minoxidil and finasteride or opting for a hair transplant, feeling depressed about their situation.
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.