community Are these new follicle?
The user is questioning if black points on their scalp are new hair follicles. They are using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth.
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540-570 / 1000+ resultscommunity Going to inject NAD+ and GHL-Cu into Scalp for a few months
The conversation discusses a user's plan to inject NAD+ and GHK-Cu into their scalp to improve hair health, with concerns raised about the risks of infection and necrosis. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and scalp massages are suggested.
community New growth? Fin, min, microneedling
The user is asking if observed hair growth is new or old hairs dying off. They mention using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
community Verteporfin update - Dr Barghouthi finishes another case
A hair restoration case involved injecting four different doses of Verteporfin into the mid scalp and using Scalp MicroPigmentation (SMP) around the extraction areas. Photos were taken and an update will be shared soon.
community How long does it take after an environmental / lifestyle change for hair loss to actually slow down?
Lifestyle changes may not significantly impact hair loss, as factors like DHT and genetics play a larger role. Some users suggest treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and microneedling for hair growth.
community This is the condition I so feared?
The conversation discusses coping with hair loss and the emotional impact of balding, with some users finding peace in shaving their heads. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.
community ~3 year update on my singular DHT immune hair for you guys
The post is an update on the user's hair loss journey. They have a strong hair follicle that has remained unaffected by hair loss for almost 3 years. The user is starting finasteride and using ketoconazole, alfatradiol, and oral castor oil for hair maintenance.
community [Oral Min 2.5 mg ED] 2.5 month update. Eyebrows and lashes seems to have grown significantly, no scalp changer or shed.
Someone's two-month progress using oral minoxidil (2.5mg ED) to treat hair loss, which has resulted in thicker eyebrows and eyelashes but no scalp changes or shedding.
community Dental technician is convinced that he has found the cause of pattern hair loss
A dental technician claims malocclusion causes pattern hair loss due to poor scalp circulation. Users debate this, noting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling focus on DHT and blood flow.
community As step up from scalp micro pigmentation
The conversation is about someone using finasteride and minoxidil along with microneedling as a treatment for hair loss, and there's a mention of scalp tattooing as an alternative or additional approach. Some responses mock the approach, while others inquire about the specifics of the treatment and its effectiveness.
community The crazy thing with diffuse thinning is one day you think you have no hair loss, and another day you think you have no hair
The post and conversation discuss the unpredictable nature of diffuse thinning, a type of hair loss. Users share personal experiences, with some mentioning treatments like oral finasteride and toppik, and the need for patience with these treatments.
community Update number 1.
User noticed hair growth after 1.5 months using Fin, Min, stemoxydine, dermarolling, nizoral, and scalp massage. Others commented on promising results and potential improvement in 6 months.
community SCUBE3/Pyr/or anything else of interest in the piplines. any updates?
Hair loss treatments discussed include promising Pyr available online and Verteporfin dosing after FUE for follicle regeneration, but no updates on SCUBE3.
community Hair disappearing after one week (microscope photos)
A user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride and minoxidil, noting changes in hair under a microscope after one week. Others suggest patience, as hair treatments take months to show results, and recommend focusing less on microscopic changes.
community 1064 Grafts, Pre to Mo 8.5, Kaan Pekiner
A user shared an 8.5-month update on their hair transplant of 1064 grafts done by Dr. Kaan Pekiner in Ankara, Turkey, costing $3500. They are also using finasteride 2.25 mg weekly and have reduced shampoo use.
community The new growth in hair loss research: With increasing evidence of its impact on mental health, scientists are pushing forward with breakthroughs on balding. Later this year, scientists will launch one of the first ever clinical trials with hair follicles grown entirely from stem cells.
Hair loss impacts mental health, with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell transplants discussed. There is hope for future breakthroughs, but current treatments are limited, and awareness is lacking.
community 2 months into LLLT added to my existing finasteride + minoxidil routine – seeing changes, would love feedback
A 36-year-old has been using oral finasteride (1 mg daily) and topical minoxidil twice a day since September 2023, and added LLLT (helmet) to their routine 2 months ago, seeing positive changes. They also use Ketoconazole shampoo, rotate other medical shampoos, train regularly, eat clean, and manage stress.
community Crown Hair Transplant – basically 18-Month Update (almost final results)
A user shared an 18-month update on their crown hair transplant, performed by Jason Sorgi at Boston Hair Restoration, expressing satisfaction with the results. They continue to use oral minoxidil and finasteride to maintain hair health.
community 4 Year Update (27M)(Fin+Min+Micro-needling)
EDHARRINGTON's journey to regrow his hair using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and micro-needling treatments over 4 years, with others commenting their support and admiration for his results.
community 6 Month Update on Hair with a switch in routine after 3 month progress
The user improved hair health by using a topical spray with Minoxidil (7%) and Finasteride (0.3%), switching to Nizoral shampoo with 1% ketoconazole, and applying a multi-peptide serum for hair density. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy scalp for effective hair regrowth.
community Started balding at 16-17 but finally @21 got almost all of it back plus more and I think it made my forehead smaller
The user regained hair and reduced forehead size using a routine of 1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, topical minoxidil twice daily, tretinoin before minoxidil, derma stamping weekly, red light therapy daily, and ketoconazole shampoo thrice weekly. They experienced initial side effects with finasteride but adjusted the dosage over time.
community Reducing tension on the back, sides and top of head causes hair growth in MPB sufferers. Studies inside
Reducing scalp tension can help reverse male pattern baldness (MPB). Firm scalp massages and scalp stretching exercises are beneficial.
community Age 20 vs Age 26 (Fin/Dut/Minoxidil)
A user shared their hair loss journey, starting with Finasteride and Minoxidil in 2019, switching to Dutasteride in 2024, and adding topical Minoxidil and Tretinoin. They experienced slight temple thinning, which improved with Dutasteride, and reported no significant side effects except for thicker eyebrows and hair color change.
community Certified old, at 51, balding since 25, the resurrection!
A 51-year-old shared progress on hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride over four months, noting significant improvement and plans for future hair transplants. The user emphasized the benefits of modern treatments and societal changes in attitudes towards hair loss.
community 11 years of alopecia and still good ( for the youngers)
A user shared their 11-year journey with alopecia, using finasteride, dutasteride, and a hair transplant. They encouraged others not to panic, noting that hair miniaturization can take over 15 years to complete.
community Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy (Exosome) Before & After
A user's father experienced hair regrowth and other health improvements after two IV exosome treatments. The user also had four rounds of exosome therapy, noting significant hair regrowth and relief from headaches, but no change in gray hair.
community 14 Week Progress - Bald spot--gone! Hair much darker this month... Hairline going from rounded to pointed at the temples
A 29-year-old is using 5% topical minoxidil, 5 mg oral minoxidil, 1 mg finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and weekly microneedling to treat hair loss, reporting significant progress in hair regrowth and hairline improvement. The routine includes applying minoxidil twice daily, managing dead skin with shampoo, and using a baseball cap to maintain hair appearance.
community Anyone else got a folder on their phone full of scalp shots 😂
People are sharing their experiences of keeping a hidden folder on their phones with photos documenting their hair loss. Some users discuss the emotional impact, while one mentions using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without noticeable change.
community Little hairs on temples, is it a good sign?
The conversation discusses hair regrowth, with users sharing experiences and advice on using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to stimulate hair growth. Many users report seeing small hairs, which they consider a positive sign, though opinions vary on whether these hairs will develop into thicker, terminal hairs.
community Mature hairlines in general and defining them
A "mature hairline" is subjective and may not indicate future stability. Finasteride and minoxidil are suggested treatments for hair loss.