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      community Dad 5 months of minox and 4 of fin

      in Is this regrowth?  298 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their dad's progress after 5 months of Minoxidil and 4 months of Finasteride, showing significant hair regrowth. Users discussed the potential for miniaturized hairs to become terminal again, with some expressing hope and others skepticism.

      community 48 days of Fin, Min, and Dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  1745 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for hair loss for 2-3 years, and added 5% topical minoxidil and daily 1.5mm dermarolling to their routine 50 days ago, which resulted in significant hair growth. The user recommends dermarolling along with minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community 6 months, no progress on fin and min oral. Male 25

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 25-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for six months without noticeable progress in hair regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride or a hair transplant. Users suggest giving the treatment more time, adding microneedling, and possibly using topical minoxidil.

      community 8 months on oral minoxidil. No sign of regrowth.

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been taking 2mg oral minoxidil and 1mg finasteride but has seen no hair regrowth after 8 months, leading to concerns about being a non-responder. They are considering increasing the minoxidil dosage or switching to dutasteride, while also using keto shampoo and microneedling, but remain skeptical about the effectiveness of minoxidil.

      community Been on Finasteride for 19 years

      in Chat  458 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 49-year-old has used finasteride for 19 years to manage hair loss, experiencing some libido changes but no major side effects, and plans to continue. They found minoxidil inconvenient but are considering restarting it with micro-needling.

      community Got the bloodwork results and it’s interesting

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has high DHT levels despite using dutasteride, which may not be effective due to potential damage or spoilage. They are considering a hair transplant if DHT levels don't decrease after two years.

      community Check out this shed-topical finasteride/topical minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  253 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about a user who has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil to treat their hair loss, with the result being an intense shedding period. Other users have offered advice and encouragement for them to keep going with the treatment, suggesting they may see significant regrowth in 6 months time.

      community 18/M 5 month transformation with RU58841 and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  442 upvotes 4 years ago
      An 18-year-old shared a 5-month hair transformation using RU58841 and minoxidil, reporting no side effects and crediting most regrowth to minoxidil. Opinions on RU58841 are mixed, with some users and a YouTuber moving away from it due to side effects and lack of studies.

      community 1 1/2 Year Results on Finasteride

      in Finasteride  183 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user sharing their positive experience with taking finasteride as part of their hair loss treatment regimen, which also included biotin, Nizoral Shampoo, OGX Biotin & Collagen Shampoo, and iRestore Laser Cap. Others shared their own experiences and advice on treating hair loss.

      community microneedling efficacy for male pattern baldness?

      in Microneedling  14 upvotes 2 weeks 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 Are any of you using topical spironolactone ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is using topical dutasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone for hair loss, with positive results after adding spironolactone. Another user takes oral spironolactone, dutasteride, and finasteride, noting decreased libido but no major side effects.

      community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

      in Treatment  83 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.

      community Dutasteride only might be the best ROI

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  176 upvotes 2 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can improve hair regrowth with fewer side effects for some users. Concerns about shedding, lack of improvement, and the long-term safety of oral minoxidil remain.

      community 6 months on DUT, should I be disappointed?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been using finasteride and dutasteride for six months, experiencing a complete stop in hair shedding but minimal regrowth. They are considering adding RU58841 for potential regrowth, with advice suggesting patience as significant results often take 12-24 months.

      community Almost 3 months on topical min/fin

      in Progress Pictures  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, expressing hope for continued improvement. Others advised patience, suggesting adding micro-needling and waiting at least a year for significant results.

      community Follow up appointment with Donovan.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user was diagnosed with DUPA and initially treated with finasteride, then switched to dutasteride which worsened their hair loss. They are now returning to finasteride and adding treatments including oral minoxidil, Proscar, Viviscal, pumpkin seed oil, LLLT, and Nizoral shampoo, hoping for hair regrowth.

      community How is there still no consensus on Topical Dutasteride in 2024?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  147 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation expresses frustration over the lack of clear evidence regarding the effectiveness and systemic impact of topical Dutasteride for hair loss treatment, despite years of discussion. People are criticized for not conducting proper research and for providing contradictory anecdotal claims.

      community Please explain this Minoxidil phenomena

      in Minoxidil  57 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the difference in effects of Minoxidil (Min) on scalp and facial hair. The user questions why Min-induced hair growth on the scalp is temporary, while facial hair growth seems permanent, even after stopping Min. They propose theories, including different Min mechanisms on body and facial hair, the role of DHT, and the possibility of not achieving fully terminal hair. The responses include personal experiences and theories about Min's effects on hair growth.

      community How possible is temple regrowth really?

      in Minoxidil  48 upvotes 2 years ago
      A person started using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to regrow hair at the temples and is asking if it's possible. Some users report temple regrowth is possible with these treatments, while others find it challenging, and advise consistency and patience with treatment.

      community 1 year of Oral Fin and Oral Min

      in Progress Pictures  129 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using 1 mg oral finasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, keto shampoo, topical minoxidil, and supplements for hair loss but hasn't seen expected progress. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, increasing oral minoxidil dosage, microneedling, and checking for other conditions or deficiencies.