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      community Minoxidil and fine lines / ageing

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Minoxidil may cause fine lines and dark circles, but effects might be reversible with retinol. Users report mixed experiences, with some noticing skin changes and others not.

      community 27F with questions

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      A 27-year-old woman is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, considering options like Spiro, Viviscal tablets, Rogaine, dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto, castor oil, jojoba oil, and spearmint tea. She has a history of hair loss since childhood, has tried various treatments, and is looking for effective solutions before accepting her condition.

      community Had sides on finasteride ? A word of hope.

      in Finasteride  26 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride and other options such as RU58841, Nizoral, Pumpkin Seed, and Adenosine; the importance of being in a positive frame of mind when considering taking finasteride; and the need to address life issues before starting finasteride.

      community Looking for feedback on my new regimen

       5 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss regimen involving finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and various supplements like biotin, omega-3, vitamin D3, zinc, and magnesium. The user also uses dermastamping and topicals like ketoconazole and diclofenac, with mixed opinions on zinc's effect on hair loss.

      community Unexpected Hair Growth

       5 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced unexpected hair growth and improved skin and nails after adding daily vegetable juices, including carrot, spinach, celery, and beet, to his diet. He is not using any other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.

      community About to hop on Fin

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 25-year-old is starting finasteride to address hair loss, having previously used minoxidil and other treatments. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, including initial shedding and side effects, while offering advice and support.

      community Thank you.

       21 upvotes 9 years ago
      Finasteride helped users feel better about hair loss, with some experiencing positive changes in confidence and reduced anxiety. Despite initial concerns, users reported satisfaction with the treatment over several months.

      community *WOMEN* on Spironolactone - experiences?

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed: Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and Spironolactone. Woman with androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata shares experience using Spironolactone.

      community im 23, hair loss problem

       6 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing hair loss tried olive oil, coconut oil, and hair growth shampoos without success. They are seeking advice on whether to start treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.

      community Female Hair Loss, Is there anything else I should be doing?

       11 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 20-year old female experiencing hair loss, who has had normal blood tests and is currently using minoxidil as recommended by her doctor. She is asking if there are any other treatments she should consider.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  450 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community [26M] Is it time to embrace the bald?

      in Styling  52 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 26-year-old is considering embracing baldness after mixed results and side effects from using dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride for hair loss. Suggestions include trying new hairstyles, considering a hair transplant, or focusing on self-acceptance.

      community Oral 1mg Finesteride 2mg Minoxidil

      in Chat  363 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2mg minoxidil daily, along with Nizoral shampoo and rosemary oil. They are curious about further improving hair density and whether increasing the minoxidil dose would help.

      community Topical dutasteride results 7 weeks progress

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A 22-year-old male is using topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling for hair loss, experiencing some side effects like mild ball pain and initial shedding but seeing progress in hair thickness. He plans to increase the dutasteride dose and has tried various treatments, including finasteride and RU58841, with differing side effects.

      community Just 3 Months Fin/Min, It's working!!! [30M]

      in Update  212 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 30-year-old man saw improved hair density and texture after three months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo, despite initial side effects. He experienced increased body hair and libido and is satisfied with the results despite the high cost in Turkey.

      community [2-year update] Definitely making progress!

      in Update  74 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement over two years using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and ketoconazole, despite some initial shedding and a side effect of watery semen. They are satisfied with the results and encourage others to persist with their treatment.

      community Is DHT actually the cause of male pattern hair loss or just a correlating factor? Why I think the research is more complicated than we're told and why I've been looking into GHK-Cu

      in Research/Science  78 upvotes 1 month ago
      DHT is not the only cause of male pattern hair loss; genetic sensitivity, inflammation, and fibrosis also contribute. GHK-Cu, a copper peptide, is being explored as an alternative treatment to finasteride and minoxidil, showing potential in improving follicle health.

      community 10 year finasteride user. Ask me anything you’d like!

      in Update  18 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 34-year-old man has used finasteride for 10 years and dutasteride for 1 year to manage hair loss, experiencing minimal side effects and slight hair thinning. He plans to continue using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral liquid finasteride, noting that cost and convenience influenced his dosage choices.

      community I’m taking Veradermics VDPHL01 - AMA

      in Treatment  174 upvotes 1 month ago
      A participant using Veradermics VDPHL01, an extended-release oral minoxidil, experienced significant hair regrowth from Norwood 6 to Norwood 3V without side effects. They plan to use dutasteride after the treatment to maintain results.

      community Progress pics - should I switch from fin to dut?

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride and possibly using oral minoxidil to address hair loss, having seen some progress with topical treatments and microneedling. They are also contemplating a hair transplant in the future and seeking advice on obtaining medications in Italy.

      community DHT is NOT very important for adults, is it?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  118 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user experienced negative side effects, including low libido and lack of motivation, after using finasteride for hair loss and felt better after stopping it. Others shared similar experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, while some reported no side effects, showing varied individual responses.

      community How is this even possible that there is no cure till now

      in Technology  155 upvotes 1 month ago
      There is no permanent cure for hair loss; treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants require ongoing use and are not universally effective. Genetic complexity and financial incentives for ongoing treatments hinder the development of a definitive cure.

      community microneedling efficacy for male pattern baldness?

      in Microneedling  14 upvotes 1 month ago
      Microneedling, when combined with finasteride and topical minoxidil, can enhance hair regrowth for male pattern baldness, especially at the temples. Users report varying success with needle depths between 0.5mm and 1.5mm, with stamps preferred over rollers to minimize scalp damage.

      community M30/India : Tried GHK-Cu for Hairline. Sharing results

      in Progress Pictures  45 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user experienced side effects from finasteride and switched to using GHK-Cu for hairline improvement, noticing some positive changes after three months. They used a 2mg daily dose via subcutaneous injections and reported increased hair density and baby hairs, though results were not dramatic.

      community A man in his 80s with full head of hair.

      in Chat  467 upvotes 1 month ago
      Genetics play a major role in hair loss, with some people keeping a full head of hair into old age without using treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. Many express frustration over their own hair loss and the perceived unfairness of genetic differences.