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      community PSA: Greasy, product laden hair makes the scalp 10x more visible

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Greasy or product-laden hair can make the scalp appear more visible, leading some to mistakenly think they are balding. Proper hair washing and avoiding heavy products can help assess true hair thickness, and treatments like finasteride are used by some for actual hair loss.

      community Research: A Cheap Sugar for Hair Regrowth

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A natural sugar called 2dDR may stimulate hair growth and is comparable to minoxidil, but it's not widely available for purchase. Concerns about minoxidil's safety for pets were discussed, with some users seeking alternatives.

      community Hair coming back from the dead

      in Update  30 upvotes 8 months ago
      Hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling. Visible improvements started around month 6, with initial shedding from minoxidil.

      community I want to sacrifice my hair in the name of science

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses various theories of hair loss, including DHT sensitivity and genetic factors, with the user willing to use themselves for research due to having a hair loss gene but different hair loss patterns compared to their brothers. Specific treatments were not mentioned in the provided text.

      community Male baldness - tried everything - emotionally tired....

      in Chat  37 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 30-year-old man is frustrated with hair loss despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and PRP. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant.
      Is my hair loss from itching/shampoo or am I just balding?

      community Is my hair loss from itching/shampoo or am I just balding?

      in General  84 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 28-year-old male is experiencing hair loss, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, itchiness, or shampoo use, and is considering treatments other than minoxidil or finasteride. He plans to consult a doctor for further advice.
      29M, Noticing More Scalp Visibility After 3 Years of Hair Shedding

      community 29M, Noticing More Scalp Visibility After 3 Years of Hair Shedding

      in General  68 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user noticed increased hair loss over the past three years and is seeking advice. A suggestion was made to consult a dermatologist or trichologist and consider blood tests, particularly for vitamin D levels, to address potential androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

      community having hair loss as a teen SUCKS. A LOT.

      in Female  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      A teenage girl who has been diagnosed with ADA and is struggling with hair loss, which has caused her to lose confidence. She is looking for recommendations on treatments such as finasteride or Minoxidil, and lifestyle advice including vitamins and other supplements that might help with the issue.

      community Back from the dead... (sort of)

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old shares progress on hair regrowth using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, Alpecin caffeine shampoo, and topical minoxidil, noting improved hair health but persistent temple thinning. They consider switching to oral minoxidil, adding microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant after one year.

      community My "natural" hair care regimen--will keep updates

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 25-year-old is experiencing mild hair loss and is using a regimen including scalp brushing, dermarolling, topical minoxidil, caffeine, melatonin, and a DHT-blocking shampoo. Another person shares their struggle with hair loss due to drug use and plans to start finasteride while trying to quit drugs.

      community Baby hair growth from non existent to existing.

      in Progress Pictures  173 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for several months. Despite skepticism, the user reports noticeable improvement and aims to motivate others with hair loss.

      community Life with hair is so different. Save your hair!

      in Update  625 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair restoration treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and hair transplants can greatly enhance self-image and dating life. Opinions differ on whether to embrace baldness or pursue treatments for maintaining hair.

      community Buzzing it to gauge results, thoughts?

      in General  136 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering buzzing their long hair to better assess the effects of finasteride, which they have been using for over two months, and is concerned about maintaining their unique appearance. They are also curious if dyeing short hair could cause any issues.

      community 4.5 months progress pics : the remontada of my hair !

      in Progress Pictures  20 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their positive 4.5-month hair regrowth experience using Minoxidil, finasteride, a caffeine shampoo with rosemary oil, a dermaroller with Nizoral, and pumpkin seed oil capsules. They started treatment due to accelerated hair loss and are now seeing no hair fall during shampooing.

      community Any help with female hair loss?

      in Female  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 20-year-old female with PCOS is experiencing hair loss and excessive facial hair. She is using ketoconazole and caffeine shampoos, microneedling, and considering anti-androgens like finasteride, but is cautious about minoxidil due to facial hair concerns.
      On fin and min any shampoo recommendations?

      community On fin and min any shampoo recommendations?

      in General  42 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user wants to undergo laser hair removal on a bad hair transplant and maintain their natural hairline. They are seeking shampoo recommendations while using finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Hairline Respawn: Still Early Game, But I See Loot.

      in Progress Pictures  347 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hairline improvement after 2 months using 1 mg Finasteride and topical Minoxidil, with only initial shedding as a side effect. The progress is notable, with the user returning from near Norwood 2 to Norwood 1, and they use Rogaine for topical application.

      community 22M Losing hair since 16, nothing helps, scalp always itchy. Just fed up.

      in Treatment  59 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss and persistent scalp itchiness since age 16 has tried various treatments, including finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dietary changes, with no success. Suggestions include consulting a knowledgeable dermatologist, considering seborrheic dermatitis, and trying different shampoos like Selsun Blue or those with selenium sulfide.

      community Who else stares at ppl that are balding

      in Chat  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      Many people become hyper-aware of hair loss in themselves and others, often leading to feelings of jealousy or self-consciousness. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are commonly discussed as solutions to combat hair loss.

      community My Hair Loss Journey: How I'm Fighting to Get My Hair Back in 2023

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 27-year-old man is fighting hair loss using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, microneedling, argan oil with rosemary extract, and plans to add RU58841 and The Ordinary hair peptide serum. He seeks advice on combining these treatments and will document his progress.

      community Little hairs on temples, is it a good sign?

      in Is this regrowth?  425 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth, with users sharing experiences and advice on using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to stimulate hair growth. Many users report seeing small hairs, which they consider a positive sign, though opinions vary on whether these hairs will develop into thicker, terminal hairs.

      community whoa, my hair stopped falling out?

      in Question  26 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user reported that using 0.5 mg finasteride daily, biotin, Nizoral shampoo, and occasional castor oil scalp massages stopped their hair loss after six months. Another user expressed hope for similar results with castor oil.

      community Hairloss - what hormones to check?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. They are seeking advice on additional blood tests to identify potential causes.