A user is considering using ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and is seeking feedback on its effectiveness. They are asking for before and after photos or success stories.
A user's concern with their hair thinning while using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which was switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil after 13 months. The conversation includes advice surrounding potential results, specific treatments used, and side effects.
An 18-year-old experienced initial hair improvement with minoxidil but noticed increased shedding after surgery and lifestyle changes. They suspect iron deficiency and are seeking other possible explanations for the hair loss.
Swanson Full Effect Hair Thickener is discussed for its potential to stop hair fall and aid regrowth. A user reported positive results but noted it's out of stock.
A user sharing their progress after 7 months of using finasteride to treat hair loss, with other users offering advice on maintaining the results. Other treatments mentioned include minoxidil and RU58841.
Hair loss causes anxiety during haircuts, with some using minoxidil, finasteride, or hair transplants to cope. Others manage by cutting their own hair or accepting baldness.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning avodart (dutasteride) and finasteride. There is speculation about whether Ashton Kutcher is still using these treatments or if he uses hair systems for his roles in movies.
A 31-year-old has been using 1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, minoxidil spray, a dermaroller, and Nizoral shampoo for hair regrowth. The treatments have resulted in thick, healthy hair, and the user has been on finasteride since 2022, switching from lotion to pills in 2025.
A 19-year-old plans to start Dutasteride 0.5mg three times a week to combat genetic alopecia and preserve hair density, with concerns about potential shedding before prom. Users suggest starting the treatment after prom to avoid shedding, and provide advice on where to purchase the medication.
GHK-Cu injections led to unexpected temple hair growth for someone who had been using minoxidil and finasteride for over a decade. The user plans to continue using GHK-Cu and experiment with a DIY AHK-Cu serum.
Switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil caused a major hair shed, exacerbated by moving stress. Dutasteride may take months to fully integrate, and adding finasteride might help with hair protection during this transition.
Minoxidil and finasteride are the main effective treatments for hair loss. RU58841 is discussed as a potential option but has concerns about safety and side effects.
A user's progress pictures and four month finasteride update showing dramatic hair regrowth, as well as their experiences with other treatments like minoxidil. The conversation also includes advice on diet, testosterone levels, and the importance of avoiding baldness for attraction and confidence.
The user has been using 1 mg oral finasteride for 16 months to slow hair loss and is considering switching to dutasteride due to continued hair shedding. They are avoiding oral minoxidil due to potential side effects and are exploring other options with a dermatologist.
A dermatologist prescribed a topical hair loss treatment containing finasteride, biotin, melatonin, and caffeine without alcohol. The user is skeptical about its effectiveness.
Oral minoxidil is more effective than topical minoxidil for hair regrowth but may cause side effects like heart issues and increased body hair. Combining it with finasteride is common for better results, though side effects vary.
The user experienced thicker hair after 4.5 months using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, biotin, magnesium, zinc, vitamin D, iodine, and head massages. They also noticed improved muscle gains at the gym, possibly linked to finasteride.
GT20029 showed promising results for hair growth in a Phase II trial, with the 1.0% twice-weekly regimen being the most effective. Some users expressed skepticism and humor about the product's effects and market availability.
Some users report encouraging results with laser caps for hair loss, while others see no improvement. Treatments mentioned include low-level laser therapy, Minoxidil, and finasteride.
Creatine can cause increased hair loss in some people, particularly those with a predisposition to androgenic alopecia, but hair loss often stops after discontinuing its use. Some users experience no hair loss while using creatine.
After almost 9 months of taking 1mg Finasteride, the user started seeing good results with increased scalp coverage and new hair growth around the hairline. They advise others to be patient and stick with the treatment for about a year despite initial shedding and slow progress.
A 28-year-old has been using finasteride for five years, which stopped further hair loss but did not regrow the hairline. Recently, they started oral minoxidil to potentially improve results.
To reduce oily hair, wash the scalp thoroughly with shampoo and avoid touching the hair with hands. Applying a watery body lotion to wet hair may also help lessen oiliness.
The user has been losing hair for over two years despite taking dutasteride and RU58841, even increasing dutasteride to 2.5mg. They are questioning if their hair loss could be due to telogen effluvium instead.
The conversation discusses whether 2.5mg of dutasteride or 200mg of testosterone weekly is more influential in preventing hair loss, with various personal experiences indicating that the effectiveness is dependent on the individual's genetic profile. Some users report that dutasteride is likely to be more effective at the given doses.
A user shared their positive experience with finasteride over 1.5 years, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They also mentioned unsuccessful attempts with minoxidil and are considering a hair transplant to improve their hairline.
User experienced 100% testosterone increase after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. Some users discuss potential side effects and reasons for the increase.
User used sublingual minoxidil for 5 months and saw progress. Also used topical dutasteride, alfatradiol, tretinoin, and reduced oral finasteride dose.