Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    120-150 / 1000+ results

      community Microneedling at .25 everyday before applying Min

      in Minoxidil  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      Daily microneedling at 0.25mm before applying minoxidil is debated, with some suggesting weekly microneedling is safer and more effective. Concerns include potential skin damage and systemic absorption, while alternatives like tretinoin are considered safer for enhancing minoxidil absorption.

      community A concern regarding the upcoming androgen degrader drug GT20029

      in Chat  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      GT20029 is a topical treatment that degrades androgen receptors to prevent hair thinning and loss, potentially offering fewer side effects than systemic treatments like finasteride. Concerns include its impact on hair texture and potential systemic effects, with market availability speculated in 3 to 5 years.

      community 7 Months. 1mg fin. min once at night. Weekly 1.5mm Microneedling.

      in Progress Pictures  190 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user's progress in treating hair loss using 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil once at night, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling. The user reports significant improvement and no side effects, while others discuss their experiences and offer advice on similar treatments.

      community 1ish year on fin and no improvement

      in Is this regrowth?  87 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over a year without improvement and recently started oral minoxidil. Suggestions include trying dutasteride and continuing minoxidil for potential regrowth.

      community A little over two years on Dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using Dutasteride for over two years to address hair thinning, with some success in temple regrowth but continued thinning on top. He is considering adding Minoxidil to his routine and is contemplating lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and drinking to improve hair density.

      community No gains after 4 years of min and fin

      in Progress Pictures  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      User has seen no improvement after 4 years of using minoxidil and finasteride, and recently started dutasteride. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.

      community Hair theory Scar tissue and Verteporfin

      in Chat  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user suggests that deeper microneedling with Verteporfin injections might help regrow hair in areas with scar tissue, alongside a DHT blocker. Another user explains that hair loss might be due to reduced Wnt/β-Catenin signaling and suggests that treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling could potentially reverse it.

      community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

      in Research/Science  210 upvotes 1 year ago
      The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.

      community Very reluctantly starting Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.

      community Second shedding phase after 6 months? Should I worry?

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old started using minoxidil, rosemary oil, Alpecin caffeine shampoos, scalp massager, derma rollers, and supplements for hair regrowth, seeing significant improvement initially. However, after 6 months, they noticed increased shedding and thinning, causing concern about whether this is normal or indicative of a problem.

      community 1 Month Topical Minoxidil Only

      in Progress Pictures  72 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user plans to use topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a derma stamp for hair loss treatment. They also plan to start using finasteride in the next 2 months. Other users suggest using finasteride and a hair transplant for better results. The user appreciates the feedback and will continue posting progress.

      community Finasteride saved my life, 1.5y in (23M)

      in Progress Pictures  1176 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that some users have had positive results with finasteride for hair loss, while others have not. The effectiveness of finasteride varies from person to person.

      community Anyone excited for CosmeRNA coming this month?

      in Product  171 upvotes 3 years ago
      CosmeRNA, a new hair loss treatment, is expected to release soon and may become part of the "big three" treatments alongside finasteride and minoxidil. It works differently from finasteride by targeting androgen receptors in hair follicles, potentially offering fewer side effects.

      community M24 Finasteride (4M) minoxidil (2Y)

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 3 years ago
      FalseHour6541's two-year experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride, resulting in good density on their crown; other users suggested a hair transplant to help reduce the receding hairline.

      community 6 months on oral minox with no result

      in Minoxidil  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who had taken oral minoxidil for 6 months without seeing any results and the advice given in response, which included trying microneedling in combination with topical minoxidil, as well as seeking a dermatologist's opinion.

      community Help with hair loss due to Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 19-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) experienced significant hair loss and uses keto shampoo, zinc, and Nizoral to manage it. He inquires about the potential for regrowth and whether adding finasteride would help.

      community 27m oral min and fin results after 5 months.

      in Progress Pictures  336 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments and the user's progress with taking finasteride and minoxidil orally, which has resulted in full recovery after 5 months. Users commented on this progress and discussed their own experiences or confusion about the treatments used.

      community Maintaining hair until Breezula without Fin

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 21-year-old male experienced side effects from topical finasteride and is seeking alternative treatments to maintain hair until Breezula is available. He is considering using minoxidil, Nizoral, micro-needling, and vitamin D supplementation, and may try CB or RU58841 if necessary.

      community Bad doctors even in the USA

      in Transplants  170 upvotes 5 years ago
      Young men are advised to delay hair transplants until after age 25, using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to manage hair loss. Concerns about unethical doctors highlight the need for careful planning.