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      community What's your opinion on this type of supplements?

      in Product 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism about DHT blocker supplements for hair loss, with many users recommending proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil instead. Some users shared personal experiences with alternative treatments like beta-sitosterol and saw palmetto, noting side effects and limited effectiveness.
      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 9 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.

      community Pp405 phase 2a clinical results

      in Research/Science  38 upvotes 9 months ago
      PP405 shows initial promise for treating androgenetic alopecia, with safety confirmed in early trials, but skepticism remains due to limited data. Further trials are needed to determine its true efficacy and potential market impact.

      community Minoxidil with Tretinoin together

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 9 months ago
      Combining tretinoin with minoxidil may improve absorption by exfoliating the scalp, but results vary. Users suggest starting with low frequency to avoid irritation, and some recommend additional treatments like finasteride or microneedling.

      community How do you actually "apply" topical minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  29 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses various methods for applying topical minoxidil to the scalp, including using fingers, a shoe polish bottle, a dropper, a toothbrush, a q-tip, a makeup brush, and a syringe. Users emphasize the importance of massaging the product into the scalp for better absorption.

      community Update: Had a crazy shed, followed by huge success!

      in Progress Pictures  159 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to a regimen of 0.5mg dutasteride daily, 5mg oral minoxidil daily, and occasional minoxidil foam, which resolved dandruff issues. They also use 2% ketoconazole shampoo and Kerastase Densifique mousse for styling, and recommend avocado oil for hydration.

      community Having to quit due to gyno symptoms

      in General  68 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair shedding after taking finasteride for three weeks and plans to stop due to gynecomastia symptoms. Stopping finasteride may lead to some hair regrowth, but benefits from the treatment might be lost; topical alternatives are suggested.

      community Flakey scalp due to minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause scalp flaking and dryness, often due to its alcohol content. Switching to foam minoxidil or using antifungal shampoos like Ketoconazole may help reduce these side effects.
      16 years old, 1 year min

      community 16 years old, 1 year min

      in General  56 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 16-year-old has been using Minoxidil for a year, which initially worked but is now less effective as hair loss continues. They are concerned about ongoing hair loss and are unable to use finasteride.

      community Let’s try this again lmao - Baseline/Post Shed/6 Months of Min/Fin

      in Is this regrowth?  122 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 6 months using a regimen of 1mg Finasteride daily, 5% Minoxidil foam twice daily, Nizoral shampoo twice a week, and Moroccanoil Scalp Balance shampoo and conditioner. The user reported no side effects from Finasteride and noted a change in hair texture during treatment.
      [19M] Am i too late for treatment?

      community [19M] Am i too late for treatment?

      in General  71 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 19-year-old started treating male pattern baldness with topical minoxidil, finasteride tablets, microneedling, and is considering PRP injections. They are concerned about the effectiveness and timing of these treatments.

      community If I would have started earlier I would probably have quit

      in Chat  117 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including Avodart (Dutasteride), finasteride, minoxidil, and peptide serums with ingredients like Redensyl and Saw Palmetto. Users share experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, with some skepticism about claims regarding DHT and its role in hair loss.

      community My progress from January 1 to now

      in Is this regrowth?  30 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth after starting a treatment regimen on New Year's, which includes oral finasteride, a mix of topical minoxidil with other solutions to reduce irritation, multivitamins, omega-3, vitamin D, anti-dandruff shampoo, and rosemary oil. The user noted significant progress despite initial shedding.

      community I asked Gemini 2.5 Pro to roast r/tressless

      in Satire  35 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair loss concerns and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are humorously discussed. The community's quirks and dedication to battling hair loss are highlighted.

      community 22M - Doctor Said Hair Loss From Stress, Minoxidil Helped But Now It’s Back Worse. What Now?

      in General  117 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss, initially attributed to stress, found temporary relief with minoxidil but faced increased shedding after stopping and restarting the treatment. The advice given suggests the hair loss may be due to androgenic alopecia rather than stress, recommending consistent use of minoxidil and considering finasteride, with a suggestion to seek a second opinion from another dermatologist.

      community Hairloss and dandruff.. potential sebderm inflammation?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and dandruff, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, and is using pumpkin seed oil, scalp massages, and anti-dandruff shampoo as treatments. They are hesitant to use prescribed Finasteride and Minoxidil and have noticed some improvement after stopping Serenoa capsules.

      community people already noticing 2.5 months in

      in Chat  69 upvotes 1 year ago
      People noticed fuller hair after using 1mg oral finasteride, 1ml topical minoxidil daily, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. Users shared their experiences and were generally open about their treatments.

      community 8 months apart with finasteride and Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  434 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 8 months using finasteride and Minoxidil foam. They have not used microneedling and are considering oral Minoxidil but currently use topical Minoxidil and oral finasteride.

      community Is the clinic diagnosis legit to you ?

      in Transplants  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The clinic diagnosed the user with NW3 and AGA, noting thinning hair despite using finasteride for 3 years, and suggested PRP and Mesotherapy before considering a transplant. The user questions the necessity of these treatments without confirming retrograde alopecia and its treatability.

      community Feeling the 2nd, perhaps 1st, Dutasteride shed, might shave, might thug it out.

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after 6 months of using Dutasteride and oral minoxidil, despite previous regrowth and satisfaction with the results. They are considering shaving their head again and discuss the effectiveness of their treatment routine, which includes Dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral, while also addressing concerns about side effects like erectile dysfunction and body composition changes.

      community Koreabeautics V2 Microneedling Scam in Reddit

      in Microneedling  38 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user warns against buying the Koreabeautics V2 microneedling pen, claiming it's marketed through fake success stories and is overpriced. Another user shares their experience, acknowledging the pen's quality but agreeing it's too expensive and reliant on frequent needle head replacements.

      community 1 Year Finasteride + 2.5 Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  606 upvotes 1 year ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil over a year, despite initial shedding. The treatment is recommended, though it may cause increased heart rate and body hair growth.