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      community M(23) 5 months of using Fin and Min

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 23-year-old has been using finasteride every other day and topical minoxidil daily for five months to address hair thinning, with plans to resume dermarolling. They experienced minimal shedding and are considering switching to daily finasteride for better results.

      community New hair growing in small clusters

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth in small clusters using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, a red light cap, and Nizoral 2% shampoo. They are hopeful for continued improvement and thicker hair.

      community Fin & Min Progress, 1.5 Years Fin, 4 Months Min

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride for 1.5 years and minoxidil foam for 4 months, starting at age 17. They reported no side effects and noted that finasteride helped maintain existing hair while minoxidil contributed to regrowth.

      community 18 month apart - been on Fin for 3 years, feel like in the last 18 months I’ve lost some ground. Black top is today.

      in Update  22 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using finasteride for three years and topical minoxidil, and while they feel they've lost some ground in the last 18 months, most responses suggest their hair looks the same or even fuller. The general consensus is that the treatments have maintained the hair well, with some users suggesting additional treatments like derma stamping or dutasteride for further improvement.

      community Nearly 3 months update dutesteride + minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  39 upvotes 1 month ago
      OP reports minimal shedding and improved hair thickness after nearly 3 months on a combination of dutasteride and minoxidil. Users discuss realistic expectations, hair density improvement, and the cost of branded versus generic medications.

      community 13 months finasterid + 2.5 years Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 13 months and minoxidil for 2.5 years but continues to experience significant hair loss. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride and increasing the oral minoxidil dose to 5mg, while also considering lifestyle changes like diet and stress management.

      community 1 year on 0.5 dut + 2.5 oral min / crown progress

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for a year, recently adding microneedling and topical minoxidil, with some improvement but the crown remains the weakest area. Consistency and realistic expectations are advised, as progress is slow and coverage is challenging with fine hair.

      community Take the meds, but know that LIFESTYLE MATTERS

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 2 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride aid hair regrowth, but a healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition and maintaining a healthy weight, enhances their effectiveness. Being underweight can impede hair regrowth, while a balanced diet and addressing deficiencies can improve outcomes.

      community Dut, 0.5mg once a day and never stop

      in Progress Pictures  431 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) for hair loss, with additional treatments like minoxidil, derma rolling, and nizoral shampoo. The user reports positive progress over two years with no significant side effects, emphasizing the importance of consistency and patience.

      community 46M: 1.6yrs progress of hair regrowth

      in Progress Pictures  387 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 46-year-old shared 1.6 years of hair regrowth progress using a regimen that includes Minoxidil, Finasteride, and possibly other treatments. Suggestions included considering a hair transplant, using dutasteride, and adding tretinoin for further improvement.

      community 1y progress. 1.25 fin + topical min

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced hair improvement over a year using finasteride, topical minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and microneedling. The hair density and hairline have strengthened with this routine.

      community 1 year Finasteride and Minoxidil result

      in Is this regrowth?  244 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 27-year-old male shared his positive experience using finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth over a year, noting initial shedding but no significant side effects. He emphasized the effectiveness of combining these treatments and advised others to consult doctors and be patient with the process.

      community 7 Months of 0.4 mg Dutasteride and 2 mg Minoxidil

      in Update  104 upvotes 3 months ago
      OP used 0.4 mg Dutasteride and 2 mg Minoxidil for 7 months, seeing significant hair density improvement without a noticeable shedding phase. OP takes a combined oral pill from Musely and is in their early forties.

      community Dutasteride + Minoxidil oral results - 6/7 months

      in Is this regrowth?  30 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil over 6-7 months, despite some ongoing hair shedding. They reported no significant side effects, although some users discussed potential brain fog and cognitive issues possibly linked to Dutasteride.

      community Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto)

      in Chat  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      Saw palmetto, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, caused unexpected side effects like breast changes and altered semen consistency, which resolved after stopping its use. Concerns about similar side effects with finasteride or dutasteride were expressed, and another user reported low libido and depression from saw palmetto.

      community Hair Growth Caps and Helmets Research

      in Research/Science  28 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair growth caps and helmets using low-level laser therapy (LLLT) show potential for treating androgenetic alopecia, but more research is needed. Users often combine these devices with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community How is this looking on around day 80 and question

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is experiencing negative side effects from a hair loss treatment containing finasteride and minoxidil due to high vitamin B6 content and plans to switch to separate pills without unnecessary vitamins. Another user suggests using a version without B6, noting similar symptoms from finasteride.

      community Here’s the rundown on scalp serums from a former cosmetic chemist

      in Research/Science  31 upvotes 4 months ago
      Most scalp serums are ineffective for hair loss, with Nécessaire’s “The Scalp Serum” being the only one showing noticeable results, though it's not worth the cost. For androgenetic alopecia, clinical treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are necessary, while caffeine and capixyl may offer some benefits.