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      community The Oral Minoxidil hype, use your head .

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about the risks and uncertainties of using oral Minoxidil for hair loss, emphasizing that topical Minoxidil may be just as effective. It also mentions alternative treatments like micro-needling and retinol.

      community 32M, 5 year progress pictures

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and minoxidil foam for hair loss but feels their hair is not as thick as desired. They have stopped using RU58841 due to lack of results and are concerned about hair miniaturization despite these treatments.

      community Hello again with my second journey

      in Transplants  78 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user underwent a second hair transplant for increased density and to address hair loss in the crown area, with 3,800 grafts at a cost of 2,200 euros at Estepalace, including additional services. Some commenters discussed the appearance of the hairline and the importance of using DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant.

      community M18: I think microneedling is making my hair look thinner

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing hair thinning potentially due to excessive microneedling while using finasteride and minoxidil. Many suggest reducing microneedling frequency and considering alternative treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.

      community “Like a miracle growth” -My Dad

      in Is this regrowth?  504 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and topical treatments, with no side effects. They initially had issues with finasteride but found success with dutasteride, noting improved hair retention and no sexual side effects.

      community 8 months progress Before/After

      in Is this regrowth?  553 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is pleased with their hair transplant results but is concerned about the vertex area. They use Minoxidil and finasteride daily and had the procedure at a clinic in Athens.

      community Shedding increase from pumpkin seed oil - dread shed or time to stop?

      in Female 5 months ago
      A user experienced increased hair shedding after taking pumpkin seed oil for 4 weeks and is unsure if it's a "dread shed" or if the oil isn't suitable. They cannot tolerate anti-androgens like spironolactone and finasteride due to side effects and are seeking advice on whether to continue with pumpkin seed oil.

      community 11 Months Post-op , 5100 Grafts

      in Is this regrowth?  1249 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their hair transplant experience with 5,100 grafts at Hair of Istanbul, costing $4,500, but many commenters suspect the post is promotional for the clinic. The user did not use Minoxidil or Finasteride post-surgery, which some commenters criticized.

      community Homelessess: the solution right in front of our eyes?

      in Satire  142 upvotes 5 months ago
      Homelessness is humorously proposed as a solution to hair loss due to less grooming and stress. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are discussed, with genetics and lifestyle also considered important factors.

      community Thanksgiving meme for all my bald friends 😃

      in Satire  567 upvotes 2 years ago
      People regret not starting hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride earlier, as they've lost significant hair by waiting. Some experienced side effects like itchy nipples or increased libido, but overall, they wish they had acted sooner to prevent hair loss.

      community 32M: Oral Fin/Minox for 6 Months - Seeking Advice on Continued Thinning

      in Finasteride  117 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 32-year-old male experienced short-term hair regrowth with topical minoxidil, but thinning resumed. He switched to oral finasteride and minoxidil, saw initial improvement, but now faces aggressive thinning again and is considering other treatments like dutasteride, derma rollers, or red light caps.

      community 30 new hair per cm by extended release minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  140 upvotes 1 month ago
      Extended-release minoxidil shows promise for hair regrowth, potentially adding 30 new hairs per cm, but concerns about side effects like increased body hair and shortness of breath remain. Users discuss combining it with finasteride or dutasteride for better results, while some express skepticism about it being a complete cure.

      community Has anyone experienced this? Loss of density with DUT. please help

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride led to hair density loss, prompting consideration of returning to finasteride. Consistency with dutasteride and adding RU58841 did not prevent the loss, and users suggest giving dutasteride more time or consulting a dermatologist.

      community Water retention from topical minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Topical minoxidil can cause water retention, making the face appear swollen. Switching from liquid to foam and reducing application frequency may help; using dandelion root extract as a diuretic is also suggested.

      community Diffuse Thinning - Over 1 year on Fin+Min (2024-2025)

      in Progress Pictures  720 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride every other day, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole shampoo. The progress was noted as impressive, with some users questioning the authenticity of the results.

      community Is regrowth normally painfully slow?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing slow but solid hair regrowth using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, keto shampoo, microneedling, RU58841, and rosemary oil. Another user suggests being grateful for the dense coverage.

      community Progress- 3 months, 5% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride

      in Is this regrowth?  232 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after stopping a treatment of 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride, which they had used from December 2021 to January 2024. They resumed the treatment in April 2025, hoping for regrowth, and are considering additional treatments like transplants and steroid injections.