User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.
A user is experiencing anxiety and insecurity about hair loss despite using finasteride for 19 months and oral minoxidil for 6 months. They are seeking advice on whether stress, scalp testosterone, or switching treatments could help, and are considering a buzzcut.
Applying vitamin E capsules, specifically tocotrienols, on the scalp for hair regrowth. Users are skeptical about its effectiveness due to lack of evidence.
A person experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and is now seeking advice on recovery, including dietary changes and potential treatments like biotin and pumpkin seed oil. They are concerned about nutrient deficiencies and considering a dermatologist visit for further guidance.
Hair regrowth after 13 weeks using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, peptide shampoo, serum, and a red light hat. Some growth is attributed to a recent hair transplant.
User has itching, dandruff, and scalp issues, considering Nizoral 1% shampoo for treatment. Nizoral's effectiveness for hair loss is uncertain due to limited research, short contact time, and concentration differences.
A user experienced androgenic alopecia starting at the vertex without frontal hairline recession and is seeking information on this pattern. Another user noted that vertex or diffuse hair loss is common among men.
The user is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, derma rolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and multivitamins for hair regrowth. They also drink topical minoxidil due to the unavailability of oral minoxidil, despite concerns from others about safety.
A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.
A female user's experience with topical and oral finasteride for hair loss, which has been successful as evidenced by the reduction of miniaturized hairs. Replies to the post discussed the recommended dosage for females versus males.
User has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for a year, seeing regrowth only on the hairline, not the crown. They also use keto shampoo, rosemary oil, and microneedle weekly, and are considering switching to oral treatments.
The conversation humorously critiques hair loss treatments and the subreddit r/tressless. It mentions Minoxidil and finasteride as common treatments, with users reacting to a satirical roast by ChatGPT.
Hair loss from seborrheic dermatitis can be temporary. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, along with collagen and biotin supplements.
User is experiencing hair thinning and sebum overproduction after starting finasteride and a hair growth supplement containing biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium. They suspect the finasteride might be fake but have noticed a side effect of watery semen.
A user discusses using Alpecin Caffeine Liquid for scalp health and considers dissolving finasteride tablets into it for a DIY topical treatment. They inquire about potential absorption issues with this method.
The conversation is about hair shedding experienced while using finasteride (fin) for hair loss treatment. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil (min), and other treatments, noting that shedding is often a sign that the treatment is working.
The conversation is about hair regrowth progress using topical finasteride and minoxidil twice daily, with occasional microneedling. The user also uses Minoxidilmax and WOW Skin Science Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo.
Tae147 has shared results of using pyrilutamide, a 5% concentration topical solution applied twice daily, in combination with minoxidil, to reduce scalp itchiness and hair shedding. Other users have shared their experiences with the treatment, as well as questions about its availability on the market.
Choose a knowledgeable dermatologist to avoid ineffective treatments for hair loss. Finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil are more effective than topical versions and supplements like zinc and biotin are not helpful for balding.
A user shared their experience with hair transplant scab removal, noting that most scabs came off easily without bleeding by using oil and shampoo. They sought advice on whether any hair was lost during the process, and others reassured them that no hair was lost and to trust the healing process.
Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be influenced by androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles and potentially poor blood flow. Transplanted hair is not immune to DHT, and factors like inflammation and scalp tension might also contribute to hair loss.
The user used oral finasteride, topical minoxidil foam, a derma roller, keto shampoo, Hims thick fix shampoo, hair dye, and rosemary oil for hair restoration. They reported no side effects and noted significant improvement, especially in the hairline.
A 21-year-old's hair loss journey which involved using Minoxidil twice daily, finasteride 1mg/day, and PRP treatments every month for 2 months with the results seen in two videos; as well as beliefs about no poo concept.
The user's progress with their hair loss treatment of topical minoxidil and finasteride solution, as well as scalp massage; other users commenting on the results being impressive for someone of Asian background.
The user shared a 10-month hair loss treatment update using finasteride, minoxidil, derma stamping, red light therapy, and keto shampoo, reporting improved styling ability but a stubborn frontal hairline. The user experienced lower libido as a side effect of finasteride.
A 20-year-old is using dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride with stemoxydine, alfatradiol, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermapen for hair loss and is considering mixing these treatments to save time. They are also contemplating a hair transplant that requires 3500 grafts.
A 19-year-old with NW2-2.5 hair loss is starting finasteride soon, considering low dosages of 0.25mg daily or 0.5mg 3-5 times a week. They are also using derma stamping, ketoconazole shampoo, ACV washes, and various oils to maintain hair quality and reduce scalp itch.
A 27-year-old male is using a regimen of topical finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin for hair loss, and has recently started oral finasteride despite previous side effects. He is considering shaving his head and is advised that a hair transplant might be possible once hair loss stabilizes.
An 18-year-old is experiencing worsening hair loss, feeling isolated, and considering treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Others suggest seeing a dermatologist to determine the cause and potential treatments.