The conversation is about someone seeking information on long-term users of CB-03-01 for hair loss, having experienced negative side effects from finasteride and facing rapid hairthinning.
A person is seeking advice on saving their thinning crown and hairline before their wedding, currently using a topical solution with 0.1% finasteride and 7% minoxidil. They are open to trying oral treatments and are considering using Hims for convenience, with no cost concerns.
Hair thickness can fluctuate while on finasteride, possibly due to product overuse or other factors like health or hormones. The user experienced a significant thinning in November 2025 but noticed improvement since then.
A 24-year-old has been using Minoxidil and finasteride for 1.5 years with mild improvement but is being rejected for hair transplants due to age and diffuse thinning. They are seeking advice on what to do next.
The user is experiencing hair regrowth after two months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, despite some thinning on the sides. They also take vitamin D, iron, a multivitamin, and biotin.
The user underwent a hair transplant and was prescribed dutasteride and minoxidil for 6 months to address crown thinning. They are skeptical about the short duration and consider continuing the medication longer.
The user experienced significant hair improvement with minoxidil and finasteride but later faced shedding and diffused thinning after developing seborrheic dermatitis. They are seeking advice after trying treatments like ketoconazole, coal tar shampoos, fluconazole, and hydrocortisone cream.
Hair looks thinner in sunlight, and users discuss using hair fibers, minoxidil, finasteride, and considering dutasteride for hair loss. Hair fibers like Toppik help conceal thinning, and some users suggest additional treatments like derma stamping and micro-needling.
A user started finasteride for hair loss and saw improvement, but is now experiencing shedding and thinning in new areas. They added Nizoral due to dandruff caused by finasteride. Replies suggest that shedding is normal around 6 months and advise to stick with the treatment.
User sees hair regrowth progress after 3 months using minoxidil, finasteride, derma rolling, keto shampoo, scalp massaging, and anti-thinning shampoo/conditioner. Others agree there's visible improvement.
A user's progress with their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride and nizoral, as well as the potential for using minoxidil; other users providing advice based on their own experiences; and others discussing how buzz cuts can make diffuse thinning look worse than it is.
Aminexil from L'Oréal Professionnel is discussed as a treatment for hairthinning, with mixed reviews on its effectiveness compared to minoxidil. One user reported improved hair shine and health after using Aminexil alone, but no regrowth was observed.
A 36-year-old man is using topical 5% Minoxidil for hairthinning and is considering adding 3mg Minoxidil pills as recommended by a dermatologist. He is concerned about potential side effects and increased shedding but cannot access Finasteride due to strict regulations.
The user has been using 5mg oral Minoxidil daily and started with 1mg Finasteride daily, but reduced the dose due to side effects and is considering trying RU58841. They are concerned about thinninghair despite some temple recovery and are seeking advice on maximizing progress.
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinninghair on the sides and back of their head.
The user achieved noticeable hair regrowth after 5 months by using a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly and applying rosemary oil multiple times a week. They recommend this natural treatment for those experiencing mild hairthinning.
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil and dutasteride led to severe hairthinning and shedding, with no side effects. The user is unsure if this is a temporary shedding phase or if oral minoxidil is less effective.
The user has been taking 1mg of finasteride daily since late 2022, which has stabilized hairthinning but not significantly regrown hair. They are considering adding minoxidil for potential regrowth, and report no side effects from finasteride.
The user experienced hair regrowth after 4 months of using 2.5 mg finasteride every other day and topical minoxidil 3-4 times a week, with occasional dermarolling. They feel their hair has returned to 2023 levels, and the scalp heat that led to thinning is gone.
The user had a hair transplant and uses oral minoxidil, a red laser therapy helmet, fish oil, collagen, and sardines for hairthinning but avoids finasteride due to side effect concerns. Many suggest these methods may not be effective long-term without a DHT blocker.
The conversation is about a user's progress in treating diffuse hairthinning using a topical regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, saw palmetto, collagen, and vitamins, along with lifestyle changes. The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride for potentially better results.
The user started using minoxidil and finasteride about four months ago for hairthinning but is unsure if it's working, as they haven't noticed new hair growth and feel their hair has thinned. Other users advise patience, suggesting that significant results may take 12 to 24 months, and recommend consistency in treatment.
A user shared their 16-year hair loss journey using finasteride and minoxidil, noting slow hairthinning despite a family history of severe balding. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil but stopped for personal reasons, experiencing no significant side effects from finasteride.
A 20-year-old male has been using oral minoxidil for hairthinning but is considering adding finasteride due to recent thinning and DHT effects. He plans to consult a dermatologist for finasteride to maintain or regrow hair.
A 23-year-old male is using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole with zinc pyrithione shampoo twice a week to address diffused thinning and hair loss. He is seeking advice on whether his hair will regrow and if additional treatments are needed.
A 36-year-old is experiencing underwhelming results from derma stamping for hairthinning, using needle lengths of 0.5mm to 0.75mm. They are considering increasing needle length, taking a break, or pairing the treatment with rosemary oil.
An 18-year-old is considering starting Minoxidil and Finasteride for early hairthinning and seeks advice on their effectiveness and dosing. Minoxidil can work alone, but combining it with Finasteride is effective; starting Finasteride at 1 mg daily is recommended, with potential dose adjustments if side effects occur.
A 31-year-old male shares his 4-month progress in treating hairthinning with tar shampoo, 5% topical minoxidil, and finasteride. He reports thicker hair, no folliculitis, and no significant side effects, except increased libido.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride and hair transplants, with references to public figures like Trump and Biden. It speculates on whether Trump has stopped using finasteride, noting his hairthinning and potential side effects.