A user shared a 6-month progress picture showing improvement in hair loss using biotin and minoxidil. They also mentioned dealing with stress, diet issues, and seborrheic dermatitis.
A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hair growth and thickness.
The user is experiencing increased hair loss despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil and is hesitant to switch to dutasteride due to side effects and family planning concerns. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, microneedling, and addressing stress or nutrient deficiencies.
Finasteride and dutasteride may not significantly impact meibomian gland function since these glands do not rely on DHT. Some users report dry eyes and other side effects from finasteride, but these may be influenced by other factors or medications.
A 24 year old female experiencing rapid, unexplained hair loss over the course of two weeks and looking for advice. Treatments suggested include Rogaine, finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and seeing a dermatologist.
A young person is distressed about rapid hair loss despite using finasteride and recently starting oral minoxidil. Many suggest continuing treatment, considering dutasteride, and seeking therapy for mental health support.
A 21-year-old male managed to control his hair loss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hair loss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.
The conversation is about a user sharing a nearly 2-year update on hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil, with occasional use of microneedling. Commenters are impressed with the significant improvement in the user's hair.
The conversation suggests that changing diet and lifestyle has little to no effect on male pattern baldness (MPB), which is largely determined by genetics. Some individuals noted personal improvements in hair condition with healthier diets, but the consensus is that diet alone cannot prevent or reverse MPB.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, red light therapy, and biotin pills. The most proven treatments are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling, while other methods are considered less effective or satirical.
A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.
User shared 4.5-month hair loss treatment results using Fin, Minoxidil, and microneedling. Others discussed postponing hair transplant and adjusting microneedling depth.
User "kingkaurr" shaved head due to female pattern hair loss and feels happy and confident. Others compliment her look and discuss how head shaving is perceived differently for men and women.
User spent 23 years on Finasteride with side effects like weight gain and reduced libido. Switched to topical Finasteride, side effects reduced and waiting for results.
Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
Omega3 and 6 supplements are considered ineffective for hair growth by most users, with some suggesting they only help if combined with other nutrients or if the diet is poor. Users generally find traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride more effective.
A user shared a 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg finasteride every other day, Naz shampoo twice weekly, and daily vitamin D and omega3, without using minoxidil or dermarolling due to scalp sensitivity. Commenters noted the significant results from a low dose of finasteride and questioned the role of vitamins in the treatment.
The user is using topical finasteride, Bioscalin, Omega3, and hair filler therapy for hair loss. There is some progress noted, but varying photo angles and lighting make it hard to assess fully.
A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride, minoxidil, derma roller, ketosol shampoo, omega3, biotin, daily exercise, and a positive outlook. They also discussed their exercise routine and addressed a question about finasteride side effects.
A user shared their 10.5-month progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, a derma roller, biotin, and Omega3, despite losing over 150 hairs daily. They also mentioned starting "bald showers" after leg workouts for the last two months.
Hair loss treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo and vitamins D3 and Omega3, which appear to have been successful in regrowing hair on a user's temples that had been slick bald for 8-9 years.
The user shared a 3.5-year hair loss treatment journey using 1 mg finasteride daily and minoxidil foam, noting significant improvement, especially in the third year. They also mentioned using Nizoral shampoo twice a week and supplements like vitamin D3, biotin, and omega3 and 6.
A user shared their 3-month experience using finasteride, reporting no side effects and noticeable hair improvement. Their regimen included finasteride, keto nizoral, biotin, multivitamins, omega-3, flaxseed, and a high-protein diet.
The user shared their hair regrowth progress using a regimen including omega-3, flaxseed, EGCG, green tea, zinc, copper, probiotics, microneedling, topical finasteride, and minoxidil. Other users expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of the regimen, suggesting more proven treatments or considering a hair transplant.
Datwagg63 started taking finasteride for hair loss and supplements it with omega3, vitamins, and a low-carb diet while lifting weights. InternationalBerry suggested adding minoxidil, as it's considered the second most effective treatment after finasteride.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using finasteride, minoxidil, and derma stamping, despite an initial heavy shedding phase. They also take omega-3, zinc, biotin, and folic acid daily, and report improved confidence and hair strength.
The user treated seborrheic dermatitis and hair loss with a routine including sulfate-free tea tree oil shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil foam, microneedling, and supplements like Omega-3 and Vitamin-D. They experienced significant hair shedding initially but saw improvement over a year.
The conversation discusses a hair loss regimen involving finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and various supplements like biotin, omega-3, vitamin D3, zinc, and magnesium. The user also uses dermastamping and topicals like ketoconazole and diclofenac, with mixed opinions on zinc's effect on hair loss.
A 26-year-old male experienced hair regrowth and increased density after 6 months using oral finasteride and minoxidil tablets, along with a derma pen, multivitamins, omega-3, creatine, and L-citrulline. He plans to add RU58841 soon and is hopeful for further improvement.
The user reports that MSM supplementation has thickened their hair strands while using finasteride and topical minoxidil. They also take zinc, copper, B-complex, vitamin C, vitamin D3, and K2, and plan to add omega-3, magnesium, astaxanthin, and pterostilbene.