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      community Scarring Alopecia and NSAIDs?

      in Female  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user suspects scarring alopecia and is exploring NSAIDs and turmeric/pepper for inflammation-related hair loss, having experienced burning and thinning with finasteride and testosterone reduction. They are seeking feedback while unable to afford a dermatologist.

      community Scalp MicroPigmentation Results

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) to cover hair thinning and a scar, choosing it over hair transplants due to its non-invasive nature and realistic results. They recommend SMP for those struggling with hair loss, emphasizing the importance of finding a trusted artist.

      community Is this finally regrowth at my temples?!

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user switched from topical to oral finasteride and minoxidil, noticing thicker and longer baby hairs, suggesting potential regrowth at the temples. Other users agree it looks like a sign of success.

      community Lowering scalp prolactine - Any ideas ?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about finding the best method to lower scalp prolactine, with suggestions like P5P and Melatonin. The user also mentions HMI115 as a potential treatment and seeks feedback from those who have tried these methods.

      community Finasteride gyno experience and in dire need of advice

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user experienced puffy nipples and lumps from finasteride, leading to a dilemma between continuing treatment with potential surgery or accepting hair loss. They restarted finasteride at a lower dose with supplements but still face side effects and are seeking advice on whether to persist or stop.

      community Can HMI-115 reverse miniaturization?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss that can reverse miniaturization and make individual hairs thicker, as evidenced by data from macaques given the treatment and one subject in the phase I trial.

      community [30M] My Aggressive Hair Loss Protocol – 5 Years In, Still Full Coverage

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 30-year-old man shares his successful hair loss protocol, which includes finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, low-level laser therapy, microneedling, and past use of oral minoxidil. He plans to consider dutasteride and possibly hair transplants in the future, while advising caution with crown transplants before age 35.

      community Sides from fin vs. depression from hair loss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the difficulty in distinguishing between side effects of finasteride (like brain fog and loss of libido) and depression caused by hair loss. Users share experiences of severe depression while on finasteride, leading some to stop the treatment despite anxiety over hair loss.

      community My progress 2019 to 2026. Fin 3 years.

      in Is this regrowth?  181 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 48-year-old male experienced hair regrowth after using oral finasteride for 3 years, despite stopping due to side effects like depression and low energy. He achieved a fuller look with styling techniques and reported using organic shampoo and herbal treatments.

      community ~6 month progress with hair loss treatment, pics inside.

       37 upvotes 10 years ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress with hair loss treatment, showing significant improvement. They used 1mg Propecia daily, Rogaine foam (5% minoxidil) after morning showers, and CG210 spray before bedtime.

      community M21 one year progress fin only

      in Progress Pictures  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community 9 Months update - smp/min/fin/keto/derm

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a 9-month hair loss treatment update using scalp micropigmentation (SMP), finasteride, minoxidil, derma pen, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT), with plans for a hair transplant. Another person suggested increasing the dosage of finasteride and minoxidil and using a derma roller weekly.
      19M: Hair Thinning After 5 Months on Finasteride & Minoxidil, Need Advice

      community 19M: Hair Thinning After 5 Months on Finasteride & Minoxidil, Need Advice

      in General  100 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 19-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil since December, with initial success, but has experienced hair thinning and loss since May. Despite using microneedling and tretinoin cream to enhance minoxidil, his dermatologist advised using only minoxidil, causing concern about worsening hair loss.

      community A little over a year of oral fin/min [35m]

      in Progress Pictures  188 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 35-year-old man shared his progress using oral finasteride and minoxidil for over a year, reporting no significant side effects and improved hair growth. He emphasized the importance of nutrition and plans to continue the treatment indefinitely.

      community 2 years of dut, 1 year of loss 24m

      in Progress Pictures  526 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth with dutasteride but later lost progress despite using minoxidil foam and dermastamping. Suggestions included reducing dermastamping frequency, conducting blood tests, and considering oral minoxidil or different brands of dutasteride.

      community 09/23-05/26 fin oral and min top

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement from using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil between September 2023 and May 2026. Responses express amazement at the results.

      community Jxl069 (pp405 api) week 8 update

      in Progress Pictures  200 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared minimal results from using JXL-069 for hair loss, noting a slight lengthening of vellus hairs and plans to switch to a prodrug variant due to limited effectiveness. They also mentioned using finasteride and minoxidil, which have plateaued in results.

      community Saw Palmetto/Pumkin seed gives basically same results as Fin

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      A user reported that Procerin, containing Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin seed oil, provided similar hair thickening results as finasteride but with milder side effects. They experienced reduced libido and watery ejaculations but are adjusting the dose to minimize these effects.

      community 3 Month progress update with fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared a 3-month progress update on hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil. They experienced initial shedding, thicker hair growth, and facial breakouts likely due to hormone changes.

      community Dealing with Retrograde Alopecia

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      User on Dut, oral minox 20 mg, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Oil, RU, 8% topical minox, and topical fina for hair loss; top of head improves, but retrograde alopecia worsens. Asks for options besides exosomes and where to find topical melatonin.

      community female depressed about thin hair on crown PLEASE HELP :(

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation reassures a woman concerned about thinning hair on her crown, suggesting her hair appears normal and not thinning. Some users recommend prenatal vitamins for hair health, while others attribute the appearance to contrast between dark hair and a pale scalp.