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      community Telogen came back

      in General  91 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male experiencing hair loss again despite using topical minoxidil (5%) for a year, possibly due to stress-related telogen effluvium. He is advised to continue using minoxidil and consider stress-reduction strategies while consulting a doctor for further evaluation.

      community A Short Recap on PP405 and AAD 2026

      in Update 2 months ago
      PP405 is a promising experimental topical treatment for alopecia that reactivates dormant hair follicles by targeting cellular energy, with large-scale trials planned for 2026. While it shows potential, it cannot regenerate permanently destroyed follicles, making hair transplants the only guaranteed solution for advanced baldness currently.

      community Transformation 3 months fin and min

      in Is this regrowth?  260 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using topical minoxidil, along with other factors like shorter hair, castor oil, and hair masks. The user is optimistic about further progress and wants to avoid baldness.

      community 1 year 1 month into fin, new regrowth

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user increased finasteride to 1mg daily, stopped using ketoconazole and pyrithione zinc shampoos, and started using regular pH balanced shampoo with tea tree oil, rosemary/peppermint oil, and microneedling. They are now seeing new hair regrowth at the hairline and temples.

      community 6 months progress. 36 year old.

      in Progress Pictures  99 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "baselinesims" shared their progress in treating hair loss using 1mg oral finasteride, 1ml topical minoxidil, 0.5ml topical dutasteride, keto shampoo, cosmerna, and micro needling. They are happy with the progress so far, with diffuse thinning being taken care of and baby hairs showing up. They plan on getting a hair transplant in the future. Other users commented on the improved appearance and mentioned that the lighting in the photos may affect the comparison.

      community progress pic after 4 months fin, min

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 38-year-old man from Poland, balding for 15 years, shared his hair regrowth progress after 4 months of using finasteride (fin), minoxidil (min), micro-needling, and infrared light treatments. He recently switched from finasteride to dutasteride.

      community IM IN ABSOLUTE SHOCK (my 6 week hair loss protocol)

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing positive results in hair regrowth using a protocol that includes minoxidil, dutasteride, essential growth serum, argan oil, trioxidil shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They express hope and satisfaction with the progress after six weeks of treatment.

      community The mechanism of androgenic alopecia

      in Research/Science  34 upvotes 8 months ago
      DHT may inhibit hair growth by affecting mitochondrial function, leading to hair follicle miniaturization. Treatments like minoxidil and PP405 may promote hair growth by altering metabolic pathways, potentially counteracting DHT's effects.

      community Thin roots but thick ends hair – anyone else facing this?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 23-year-old is experiencing hair that is thick at the ends but thin at the roots despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months. They are concerned about whether this is normal or a sign of miniaturization and seek advice on reversing or improving the condition.

      community 4 weeks to 12 weeks on oral fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair stubble after using 1mg finasteride, 3mg minoxidil, microneedling twice weekly, and daily biotin and vitamin D. They plan to grow their hair out to assess coverage.

      community Minoxidil experiment on single hair follicle

      in Minoxidil  1697 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil was applied to a single miniaturized hair follicle over four months, resulting in less miniaturization but not yet terminal growth. The user used a 5% minoxidil solution, specifically the Regaine brand, and observed changes using a handheld WiFi microscope.

      community DUPA / APHK discussion ( Diffuse unpatterned alopecia / Acquired Progressive Hair Kinkering )

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user discusses their experience with diffuse unpatterned alopecia and acquired progressive hair kinkering, noting improvements with treatments including biotin, pantothenic acid, finasteride, ketoconazole, and zinc pyrithione shampoo. They report thicker, healthier hair and improved scalp condition, attributing success mainly to biotin, pantothenic acid, and finasteride.

      community 4.5 months topical finasteride and topical min. Same length

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride and minoxidil, with users debating the effectiveness and honesty of progress pictures. Some users claim significant regrowth, while others argue about the influence of lighting and angles on perceived results.

      community Second shed or losing the battle? Finasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced initial regrowth with finasteride and minoxidil but is now facing increased hair thinning, possibly due to a second shedding phase. They are considering increasing finasteride dosage or adding dutasteride, despite availability issues, and have started microneedling.

      community 7.5 month closeup hairline comparison

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community 3 month progress - fin + min..

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user reports hair regrowth at the crown and thickening at the front after three months using 1mg finasteride, 0.5% minoxidil, biotin supplements, vitamin D, and argan oil shampoo and conditioner. They express a wish that hair growth could occur at the back of the head as well.

      community Clascoterone (Winlevi) Update for Canada

      in Treatment  15 upvotes 3 years ago
      Clascoterone cream was submitted for review to Health Canada in August 2022, with hopes of approval within 3-6 months. It may potentially enhance finasteride's effects for hair loss treatment.

      community Saw Palmetto/Biotin/Minoxodil--my experience.

       9 upvotes 11 years ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and reduced shedding using saw palmetto, biotin, minoxidil, fish oil, and Nizoral, but hair loss resumed after discontinuing the regimen. They are considering reintroducing the regimen and possibly trying finasteride.

      community Topical FIN/MIN, Dermastamping, 2% ketoconazole and DHT blocking shampoo

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using topical 5% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, dermastamping, 2% ketoconazole, and a DHT-blocking shampoo with saw palmetto, caffeine, biotin, and argan oil for hair loss. Despite some baby hair growth on one side, the user is experiencing continued hairline recession and shedding, leading to distress.

      community Dont know what the hell is going on.

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced rapid diffuse hair thinning for five years despite no signs of AGA or miniaturization. They tried finasteride and oral minoxidil without success and have checked thyroid, iron, and vitamin D levels.