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      community How bad is Oscar Piastri's hairline?

      in Chat  209 upvotes 8 months ago
      Oscar Piastri's hairline and hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and hair transplants. Users share experiences and discuss treatment effectiveness.

      community My journey so far - darkest before the dawn (hopefully)

      in Update  18 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has been using 5% topical minoxidil, 1 mg oral finasteride, and recently switched to 1.25 mg oral minoxidil. They are hopeful for regrowth with this new regimen, which includes biotin, iron, vitamins, Nioxin shampoo, and rosemary serum.

      community Started fin 10 seconds ago. Is this regrowth?

      in Satire  609 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user humorously questions if finasteride can cause hair regrowth in just 10 seconds. Responses include jokes about unrealistic expectations, suggestions to try minoxidil and microneedling, and discussions on hair loss treatments.

      community Natural Techniques for Light / Moderate Recession

      in Chat  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and stabilization at Norwood 2 using natural remedies like pumpkin seed oil, rosemary oil, vitamins, and scalp massages, avoiding minoxidil and finasteride due to side effects. Another user suggested starting topical finasteride earlier to prevent further hair loss.

      community Hairline getting better each day.

      in Progress Pictures  1750 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old shares their successful hair regrowth journey using finasteride 1mg daily, topical minoxidil twice a day (mixed with tretinoin 0.025% at night), ketoconazole shampoo 2-3 times a week, and occasional dermarolling. They report no side effects and emphasize the importance of consistency and early intervention.

      community FTM/NB Hairloss from HRT, treatment started and feeling hopeless.

      in Transgender  61 upvotes 1 year ago
      A non-binary individual experienced hair loss after stopping hormone replacement therapy and is using oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are hopeful for regrowth but may use wigs due to the high cost and uncertain effectiveness of additional treatments like mesotherapy and PRP.

      community Not much progress but Its honest work

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old is using dutasteride daily, ketoconazole shampoo twice a week, and started topical minoxidil and dermastamping six months ago for hair loss. The treatment has improved hair density, but significant hairline recession remains, and a hair transplant is suggested for further improvement.

      community 28M on fin for 5 years now. AMA

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  427 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community Oral minoxidil or topical with tretinoin?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of oral minoxidil versus topical minoxidil with tretinoin for hair regrowth, with some users suggesting oral minoxidil might be more effective for non-responders to topical treatments. Concerns about side effects and the role of enzymes in activating minoxidil are also mentioned.

      community Balding at the age of 17 years old

      in Chat  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential side effects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.

      community Should I hop on DUTASTERIDE at 18??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user, 18, is considering switching from topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hair shedding. Other users shared their experiences with dutasteride, noting potential benefits and risks, including reduced sperm count.

      community 23 year old male 1mg fin everyday

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 23-year-old male shared his 4-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, along with B-12 and D3+K2 supplements, to address hair loss. He sought feedback on using generic finasteride and shared his journey to regain confidence.

      community Quick word of advice for you guys wondering if you're balding

      in Chat  160 upvotes 3 years ago
      User noticed scalp showing at 26, started finasteride at 28, and saw hair improvement by 30. Others shared similar experiences and advised trusting personal observations and trying finasteride early to prevent further hair loss.

      community My as soon as my son turns 18:

      in Satire  1982 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil are discussed, with differing views on when to begin treatment. Some suggest early use, while others warn of hormonal side effects from starting too young.

      community 4 years apart (17-21) on treatment

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, starting treatments with topical minoxidil and finasteride at 17, and later adding oral versions and dutasteride by age 20, but still experiencing hair loss. Others suggested that the treatments have likely slowed the progression, and some recommended considering a hair transplant or adjusting medication, while expressing concerns about the potential side effects of starting such treatments at a young age.

      community Minoxidil Foam Application advice

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      People discuss different methods for applying minoxidil foam to the scalp, with some using their hands, caps, or brushes for better coverage. Concerns about finasteride causing hair shedding are addressed, clarifying that healthy hair should not fall out.

      community Anyone else just dump Minoxidil wherever

      in Chat  137 upvotes 4 months ago
      Minoxidil is applied beyond the crown, including the hairline and other areas, despite labels suggesting crown use only. Users report success with broader application, and some prefer oral minoxidil for convenience.

      community Dut/min gave me hope. What do you guys think?

      in Progress Pictures  52 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 36-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and keto shampoo, and plans a hair transplant for further improvement. Despite progress, they seek hairline restoration and have scheduled a transplant of 3,000 grafts.

      community Hair has only gotten worse ~10 months on minoxidil.

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride and topical minoxidil, and is considering switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. They also tried microneedling and tretinoin with minoxidil, and are exploring Sulfogenz topical minoxidil.

      community Progress with 7 months of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared progress after 7 months of hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil with finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, LLLT laser cap, and scalp massage. They reported thicker, denser hair with no significant side effects.

      community My journey so far, what can you guys tell me?

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride since January 2025 and topical minoxidil since July 2024, noticing some regrowth but also thinning on the left side of the hairline. They are considering switching to dutasteride or oral minoxidil for better results.

      community Reversed hairloss, 20 month update

      in Is this regrowth?  3504 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user successfully regrew hair over 20 months using oral dutasteride and minoxidil, with no significant side effects. They are satisfied with the results but may consider a hair transplant for more density.

      community 5+ year users, what has your experience been on fin and dut?

      in Chat  30 upvotes 10 months ago
      Users discussed their experiences with hair loss treatments, primarily finasteride (Fin) and dutasteride (Dut), often combined with minoxidil (Min) and derma rolling. Many reported mixed results, with some seeing slowed hair loss and others experiencing side effects or minimal improvement.

      community Blood Results - 2 years on Finasteride, 1 year on dutasteride

      in Research/Science  129 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss but is experiencing low energy and motivation, possibly due to high prolactin levels. Despite treatment, hairline recession continues, and the user is considering the impact of low DHT levels on overall health and energy.