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      community 4 months 5% foam min + finasteride - 20 years old

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 5% minoxidil foam and finasteride for four months, starting to see results after two months with no side effects. They also cut off damaged hair ends, wash their hair every other day, and advise managing stress to improve hair loss outcomes.

      community 3 year update - Dut, Min, Niz. 1.5mm roller

      in Progress Pictures  638 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared a 3-year hair restoration update using 0.5mg dutasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice daily, a 1.5mm derma roller twice a month, and Nizoral shampoo. They reported significant improvement and maintenance of hair, with minimal side effects, and are satisfied with the results at age 40.

      community M18, On tropical minox 5% for 2 months now

      in Minoxidil  27 upvotes 6 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using 5% topical minoxidil for 2 months for hair loss, with a history of vitamin D deficiency and thyroid imbalance. Users suggest starting finasteride and blocking DHT for androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

      community 4 month Min+Fin progress (topical)

      in Progress Pictures  124 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, applied twice daily. They reported good results despite occasional missed applications.

      community Blood work after 4 month topical fin/min

      in Update  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      After 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, blood tests showed increased E2, Test, and Prolactine levels. The user is concerned about potential side effects like gyno and is seeking advice on managing these values.

      community Has anyone successfully tapered off finasteride?

       6 upvotes 11 years ago
      A user is considering tapering off finasteride due to concerns about long-term side effects and cost, and is exploring alternatives like zinc and saw palmetto. Their current regimen includes finasteride, Adderall, zinc, bupropion, fish oil, baby aspirin, Rogaine foam, and ketoconazole shampoo.

      community 3 month progress NW5 -- lost cause?

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is treating their advanced hair loss with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, hydrocortisone, stem cell serum, peptide serum, multivitamins, he shou wu tea, derma pen, argan oil, and a derma roller. Replies suggest it's too early to judge progress and recommend staying consistent, with one suggesting oral minoxidil as an additional option.

      community Thinking about using PP405 and RU58841

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about a person using dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, considering adding RU58841 and PP405 for more density. They are seeking advice on using these treatments and exploring other options like GT20029.

      community Expectations control for SCUBE3

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 2 years ago
      SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.

      community What do you guys think about my foundation?

      in Treatment 5 months ago
      The user had a hair transplant and uses oral minoxidil, a red laser therapy helmet, fish oil, collagen, and sardines for hair thinning but avoids finasteride due to side effect concerns. Many suggest these methods may not be effective long-term without a DHT blocker.

      community Can I put pp405 into a dermastamp

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about using a dermastamp for hair loss treatment and concerns about a potentially scam product, pp405. It suggests sticking with known treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Help On Topical Finasteride 0.3%

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is seeking advice on a new topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil 3%, Finasteride 0.3%, Progesterone 1%, Hydrocortisone butyrate 0.1%, and Ketoconazole 0.5%. They are concerned about the systemic absorption of Finasteride and plan to do blood tests and a spermiogram before starting.

      community On fin at 19yo 3 month update.

      in Update  30 upvotes 4 years ago
      User reports being on finasteride for 3 months, experiencing initial shedding but noticing new hair growth and increased density. They also started using castor oil daily and considered trimming their long hair to improve visual thickness.

      community Positivity for anyone that's worried about Fin.

       8 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with finasteride for hair loss, noting improved hair thickness and some regrowth after a year of use. They also mentioned using peppermint oil, collagen, Nizoral, zinc supplements, and hair and mane shampoo and conditioner.

      community Just started my third month of fin min

      in Treatment  144 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user, aged 32, is treating hair loss with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, Vitamin D3, and magnesium. They shave their head, condition daily, and wash their hair every three weeks.

      community Update: going nuclear! (Switch to dut)

      in Update  13 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user had a hair transplant in March 2025 and has been using finasteride since 2023, which halted hair loss but didn't fully restore density. They plan to use dutasteride twice weekly, finasteride five times a week, and saw palmetto to improve hair thickness.

      community 3 Mo Progress Fin/Min- Sept.-Dec

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing their positive progress with hair regrowth using oral minoxidil, biotin, finasteride, and other supplements. The user also mentions using a HIMS oral fin/min combo and receives advice and encouragement from others.

      community 3 months on dut every other day min 3 times a week

      in Is this regrowth?  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and healthier hair after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, using it every other day along with minoxidil three times a week. They reported initial shedding but no side effects, and others in the conversation shared similar experiences or considered switching treatments.

      community Mineral deficiencies vs MPB vs Thyroid

      in Chat  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair improvement using a topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin combo, along with supplements like zinc, copper, magnesium, vitamin D3, K2, iodine, and boron. They believe these changes are due to addressing mineral deficiencies and possibly thyroid issues, despite skepticism from others.

      community Minoxidil (5% Rogaine foam) 0.5 Dutasteride

      in Minoxidil  15 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their hair loss experience and treatment routine, which includes using Minoxidil (5% Rogaine foam) and Dutasteride 0.5, along with various supplements and natural oils. They reported positive results and emphasized the importance of liver health and thyroid function, despite skepticism from others about the effectiveness of supplements.

      community Success: My Doc prescribed me 0.1% Alfatradiol

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their success in getting a prescription for 0.1% Alfatradiol, a topical treatment for hair loss similar to finasteride but with fewer side effects. They found a pharmacy to compound it and will update on the results.