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      community 2nd shed Update: Lost everything and still losing like crazy.

      in Update  176 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after initially successful treatment with minoxidil and finasteride, leading to a second shedding phase. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil for convenience and are advised to continue treatment despite the shedding, as regrowth is expected.

      community Fin + min 3 month progress and happy I guess

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced initial hair shedding but saw improvement after three months using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling with castor oil. They shared progress photos and sought advice for further improvement.

      community M22 with 2 years of treatment min/fin/microneedle/ketoconazole

      in Is this regrowth?  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 22-year-old male has been using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole for hair loss treatment over two years, experiencing some regrowth and maintenance. He reports side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction, and slight libido impact from minoxidil.

      community 14 months down, many more to go!

      in Is this regrowth?  94 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing good hair regrowth using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, biotin, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are curious about when the regrowth will plateau.

      community Topical Min and fin usage after 7 months

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user had a hair transplant in December 2024 and started using topical minoxidil and finasteride in March 2025, along with dermarolling and multivitamins. They are experiencing increased hair shedding and are questioning if it's the "dread shed" phase.

      community Should I be shedding months after starting treatment?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning started finasteride and 2% minoxidil 8 months ago, then switched to 5% minoxidil with tretinoin 4 months ago. Despite initial improvement in hair density, he is now experiencing increased hair shedding, losing 100-200 hairs daily.

      community Six month (and six days) update

      in Update  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 59-year-old man with significant hair loss has seen some improvement, including reversal of Retrograde Alopecia and darkening of hair, after switching to RU58841 and a new minoxidil base solution with additional ingredients. He also changed from a derma roller to a derma stamp for application.

      community Finasteride treatment after 15 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  14 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 15 months but is experiencing constant hair shedding, similar to telogen effluvium, despite stable widow peaks. They have checked for vitamin and mineral deficiencies, consulted specialists, and are considering further investigation like a scalp biopsy.

      community *11 month update* 1st pic 11 months ago vs today. 2nd pic same timeframe but wet hair. 3rd pic my hair at my worst back in 2020. 4th pic under bright lighting & camera flash. 5th pic hairline. 6th & 7th pic side/back view. 8th pic good hair day.

      in Progress Pictures  498 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after 11 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil from HIMS. Many users congratulated the progress and inquired about the application method, brand, and potential side effects.

      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 Effects of 2% vs 5% min for sebderm

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foam minoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.
      6 Months of 0.3 Fin 5% Min, Thinning More on One Side Now

      community 6 Months of 0.3 Fin 5% Min, Thinning More on One Side Now

      in General  68 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a hair solution with 0.3% finasteride and 5% minoxidil, along with microneedling, but is experiencing more thinning on one side. Suggestions include checking application techniques and ensuring microneedling is not overdone.
      38M Seeking Advice on Minoxidil/Finasteride and Hair Transplants

      community 38M Seeking Advice on Minoxidil/Finasteride and Hair Transplants

      in Basic Questions  157 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 38-year-old male is experiencing temple hair loss and is considering treatments like topical Finasteride and Minoxidil, despite concerns about side effects and shedding. He is also contemplating a hair transplant and seeking advice on additional shampoos or supplements.

      community Tips/Advice on current situation aside from shaving bald

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced worse hair after removing a wig system and has been using Hairband 82 Comfort Flex, Hair Max supplements, dermarolling, and a scalp massager for 4 months without clear results. They are hesitant to use Minoxidil due to shedding concerns and avoid finasteride due to side effects, preferring Saw Palmetto instead.

      community Topical Fin & Min, 5 Month Progress

      in Is this regrowth?  1182 upvotes 7 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using a topical combination of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with weekly dermastamping and ketoconazole shampoo, without side effects. Others suggested additional treatments like red light therapy and PRP.

      community Is there any regrowth here?? 4 months

      in Is this regrowth?  156 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for hair regrowth, noticing some improvement and baby hairs at the hairline after four months. Suggestions include continuing the current treatment, considering microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, and possibly RU58841, while avoiding a hair transplant.

      community Good regrowth - 11 months on finasteride, 1mg

      in Progress Pictures  229 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 11 months on 1mg finasteride, despite minoxidil only providing temporary results. The conversation includes questions about the use of minoxidil and other treatments, with users noting improvements in hair density and temple peaks.

      community 5 months topical spiro + minox + micro

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old male uses topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and microneedling for hair loss, with spironolactone prescribed based on a DNA test indicating poor response to finasteride and dutasteride. Despite concerns about the test's validity and spironolactone's side effects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.

      community 18M with Heavy Hairfall: Add Minoxidil/Finasteride or Continue Serum?

      in General  56 upvotes 8 months ago
      An 18-year-old experiencing hair loss is considering using minoxidil and finasteride after minimal growth with a serum containing procapil, redensyl, rosemary, anagain, and aminexil. A suggestion was made to consult a doctor and consider using finasteride and minoxidil if androgenetic alopecia is diagnosed.

      community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

      in Research/Science  58 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.

      community Topical Minoxidil Hyperresponder

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil helped regrow hair from NW3 to NW2 in 5 months despite initial shedding, with additional use of Vitamin D3/K2 on the scalp. Users discuss patience during shedding and the importance of continuing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.