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840-870 / 1000+ resultscommunity My experience with Hair Fibers
Hair fibers effectively cover thin hair areas, boosting confidence and reducing stress about hair appearance. Users discuss combining hair fibers with other products like hair spray, dermmatch, and Boldify, noting challenges like blocking minoxidil absorption and the importance of color matching.
community How true is the statement: dead follicles don't grow back?
Hair follicles usually go dormant rather than die, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hormone therapy can sometimes reactivate them, though results vary. Complete regrowth is rare, especially in long-term bald areas, but some individuals see significant improvement with these treatments.
community There’s a war against finasteride and dht blockers
Finasteride is a controversial hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing positive results and others facing side effects like erectile dysfunction. The discussion emphasizes the importance of personal choice and informed decision-making.
community 9 months fin+microneedling/2 years min, looks like there’s a light at the end of the tunnel
User shared 9-month progress with finasteride and microneedling, and 2-year progress with minoxidil for hair loss. Others asked about microneedling tools, routine, and suggested micro fibers for improvement.
community Should I hop on fin 1mg given my hormone levels?
A 20-year-old male currently using topical minoxidil 5% is considering starting finasteride 1mg due to elevated hormone levels. He seeks advice on whether to adjust anything before beginning finasteride.
community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)
The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.
community Long term RU 58841 users what’s going on with yall?
Users discuss using RU58841 with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss, noting reduced itching and effective results. Some users report no side effects, while others experience side effects with dutasteride.
community Hope Medicine's HMI-115 could be out in 2027 per Company Founder
Hope Medicine's HMI-115 is expected to be released in 2027, with phase 3 trials currently recruiting. Concerns include the safety of targeting prolactin and the potential cost of the treatment.
community 18M: Hair Loss Worsened After 1 Year on Minoxidil, Post-Surgery Concerns
An 18-year-old experienced initial hair improvement with minoxidil but noticed increased shedding after surgery and lifestyle changes. They suspect iron deficiency and are seeking other possible explanations for the hair loss.
community 2 years on dut (.5mg three times per week) 1 and a half on RU 5% (once a day)
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride (0.5 mg three times a week) and RU58841 (5% once a day), with no side effects reported from RU58841. They are considering increasing the RU58841 dose or adding minoxidil for further improvement.
community 1 year update 1mg finasteride daily.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth in the temple area after using 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with no side effects. The user did not use minoxidil or microneedling and started experiencing hair loss at age 16.
community Microneedling and minoxidil alone
A physician experienced hair thickening and new growth using microneedling and minoxidil, but stopped using topical finasteride due to side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. The physician plans to continue with microneedling and minoxidil, considering finasteride nonessential for cosmetic purposes.
community 3 month update, topical Min/Fin
A 39-year-old has been using topical 5% minoxidil for 11 years, added microneedling, and recently started using a topical combination of minoxidil and 0.3% finasteride, noticing some hair regrowth after three months. They experienced minor side effects when switching finasteride concentrations and plan to continue the treatment, possibly adding oral finasteride or dutasteride if significant progress is seen after a year.
community Lab results from actifolic RU58841
The post discusses the user's experience with hair loss treatment RU58841, which was tested for quality and found to be 96+% pure. The conversation includes various responses, with some users questioning the safety of the product and others expressing satisfaction with the test results.
community 1 month Pyrilutamide. A non responders story to everything.
My hairline, I am only 23.
This conversation is about a user's experience with treatments for androgenic alopecia, including finasteride, dutasteride, RU, minoxidil, progesterone, melatonin, LLLT, oral minoxidil, and Pyrilutamide. They have tried many treatments over the course of two years without seeing much success, and they are considering getting a hair system as a last resort.
community 19 months Topical Min/Fin - 7 months HRT
community 32 seeing if dut is enough to bring me back or transplant only option
Use finasteride or dutasteride with minoxidil for at least a year to improve hair density before considering a hair transplant. A transplant might be needed if medications don't provide sufficient regrowth.
community How do we only have two treatments to combat hair loss at this point in time?
The post discusses frustration over the limited and not always effective treatments for hair loss, mainly Minoxidil and Finasteride. The conversation includes mentions of potential new treatments like GT20029, HMI-115, CosmeRNA, KX-826, and microneedling, but also highlights the challenges of funding and prioritizing research in this area.
community 1 Year Oral Finasteride + Minoxidil Results — No Microneedling or Other Treatments Used
A 23-year-old used daily oral finasteride (1.1mg) and minoxidil (3mg) for a year, resulting in significant hair regrowth, especially at the left temple, and increased eyebrow density. The user experienced mild initial shedding and itchiness but no other treatments were used, and libido normalized quickly after a slight initial dip.
community 5 montsh of treatment with min-fin
community Will Finasteride ruin my perfect hairline?
Finasteride typically helps maintain the existing hairline and taking 0.5mg MWF is considered effective. Hair transplants remain an option if further treatment is needed.
community Finasteride / Dutasteride and myopia progression or eye issues?
Some users report eye issues like blurry vision and dry eyes while using finasteride or dutasteride, though others experience no changes. Concerns about myopia progression are discussed, but no clear link to these medications is established.
community Clascoterone - what we have right now
Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.
community Dutasteride Twins in 2025. Even with treatment, the twin that took dut last is not as good as the first twin.
Starting hair loss treatment early is crucial for better results. Dutasteride and finasteride are effective, with dutasteride often considered superior, while oral minoxidil shows better gains than topical.
community Treating my DUPA via controlling inflammation
The user has DUPA and suspects autoimmune activity as a cause. They have tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, estrogel, hydrocortisone, and clobetasol, and are now seeking a long-term immunosuppressant.
community I Get Side-Effects from Anti-Androgens
Someone looking for solutions to their hair loss, who has tried and failed to tolerate anti-androgen treatments such as finasteride, CB-03-01, RU58841, and Eucapil. The user is seeking advice and understanding of their extreme sensitivity to these treatments.
community Currently participating in the Extended Phase III clinical trial of Pyrilutamid in China
A user from China is participating in a clinical trial for Pyrilutamid, a potential hair loss treatment originally developed for prostate cancer. They've experienced no side effects except initial scalp itchiness, and will share results after the year-long trial.
community I’m an outlier, very sensitive to Saw Palmetto/Fin
The user experienced sensitivity and side effects from finasteride and Saw Palmetto, leading to swollen and sensitive breasts, and decided to stop finasteride after two weeks. They are now trying Saw Palmetto, Biotin, and Ashwagandha, while others in the conversation discuss their own experiences with hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
community Why not move miniaturized hair follicles somewhere else to treat them? Alternative to hair cloning?
Exploring the idea of transplanting miniaturized hair follicles to healthier areas to potentially reverse hair loss, with concerns about DHT sensitivity and scar tissue formation. The conversation also humorously considers using mice for hair growth experiments.