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      community Progress pictures: March 2024-October 2024.

      in Progress Pictures  414 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil 5% twice daily and 1mg finasteride daily, along with microstamping every 14 days. They reported initial shedding but achieved satisfying results by month four, with minimal side effects.

      community 6 Months on Fin/Min, Progress and shedding anxiety

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shares progress on hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil twice daily, tretinoin at night, and oral finasteride daily, experiencing a second shedding phase but still seeing positive results. They seek advice from others who have experienced similar shedding.
      I just got started on my journey

      community I just got started on my journey

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  149 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old male is concerned about hair loss, possibly at Norwood stage 3 to 5, and has started using Minoxidil, shampoo, and hair fibers, while planning to get finasteride. He is worried about the shedding process affecting his progress.

      community Two Shedding Cycles? Telogen effluvium or not?

      in Question  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after extended fasting, initially thought to be Telogen Effluvium, but later suspected male pattern baldness. They tried finasteride briefly but stopped due to concerns about side effects, and are unsure if the hair loss is due to Telogen Effluvium or another cause.

      community Does Peppermint oil have a shedding phase?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user has been using peppermint oil with caffeine on their scalp and is experiencing more visible scalp, questioning if it's a shedding phase or ineffective treatment. Another person suggests the peppermint oil is not working and the user is naturally losing hair, implying that more established treatments like minoxidil or finasteride would be preferred.

      community Hair disappearing after one week (microscope photos)

      in Progress Pictures  753 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride and minoxidil, noting changes in hair under a microscope after one week. Others suggest patience, as hair treatments take months to show results, and recommend focusing less on microscopic changes.

      community The Empire (Itch) Strikes Back

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily for 5.5 months reports increased shedding and scalp itching. He also experienced acne and is concerned about whether the shedding is normal and if daily hair washing for seborrheic dermatitis is causing dryness.
      Is this a shedding phase or am i losing my little gains ?

      community Is this a shedding phase or am i losing my little gains ?

      in General  79 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss since 2021, tried various treatments, and is currently using oral minoxidil and finasteride since December 2024. They are experiencing shedding, which is common when starting or stopping treatments, and are advised to continue the current regimen as it may stabilize over time.

      community Dec 2024 vs now (min + fin/dut)

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced hair thickening and reduced shedding using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with a switch from finasteride to dutasteride due to ineffectiveness. They also use a saw palmetto shampoo and take vitamin D3 supplements, while considering potential underlying causes like vitamin deficiencies and hard water buildup.

      community Am I doing too much?

      in Am I balding?  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, Viviscal, biotin, saw palmetto, fish oil, and alternating shampoos to combat hair loss but continues to experience thinning, especially at the hairline. They are considering trying dutasteride but are hesitant, and they are contemplating shaving their head if the situation doesn't improve.

      community Is it harder to notice new growth with long hair?

      in Styling  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and is considering using finasteride again, along with ketoconazole shampoo and curl cream, to manage their long hair. They are concerned about the appearance of new hair growth and the potential shedding phase from minoxidil.
      Norwood scale ? 28m

      community Norwood scale ? 28m

      in General  68 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old is assessing their hair loss on the Norwood scale, considering adding topical minoxidil and dermastamping to their current regimen of oral finasteride and minoxidil. They feel their hair loss is worsening and seek opinions on their condition.

      community Anyone tried ordinary multipeptide hair growth serum?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair shedding after using a multipeptide hair growth serum and is concerned about losing baby hair. They are questioning whether they should stop using the serum due to this shedding.

      community Can we count this as progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced hair shedding after stopping minoxidil and resumed using minoxidil 5% twice daily, topical finasteride 0.1% twice a week, along with dermarolling, head pinching, deep massaging, and inversion techniques. They are seeking suggestions to maximize hair regrowth efforts and have observed some progress.

      community Castor Oil + Rosemary Oil = Increase in Shedding?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using castor oil and rosemary oil twice a week for two months. They are concerned whether this is normal or if the castor oil's thickness is causing hair loss.

      community The dread shed is obliterating my hair (22M). Been on treatment for about 1.5-2 months. First 8 pics are from a month ago and the rest are my current state. Will this regrow?

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing significant hair shedding and is using multiple treatments, including oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, topical dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering adding RU58841 and stemoxydine. Others advise patience, suggesting sticking to finasteride and minoxidil for at least a year before evaluating results, as initial shedding is normal and adding too many treatments can be counterproductive.

      community Before and after, 1mg fin 0.5min

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user shared their positive experience with hair loss treatment using 1mg finasteride, 0.5mg minoxidil, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, and a thickening shampoo, noting significant progress and minimal side effects. They emphasized the importance of trying treatments despite initial shedding and shared their routine for managing frizzy hair.

      community Minoxidil shed is absolutely brutal

      in Minoxidil  166 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are used for hair regrowth, but initial shedding can be distressing. Consistent use is important, and many users eventually see regrowth and thickening.
      Straightforward: 	•	21M – 7 months on minoxidil, hair looks worse

      community Straightforward: • 21M – 7 months on minoxidil, hair looks worse

      in Basic Questions  130 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 21-year-old male has been using minoxidil for 7 months but notices worsening hair loss, including increased visibility of the crown, overall thinning, and a receding hairline. He previously used finasteride and is considering restarting it, questioning if long-term shedding is normal and when to expect results.

      community Hairline regrowth but massive diffuse shedding

      in Chat  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse shedding but also hairline regrowth after starting finasteride, switching to dutasteride, and using oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841. Other users advise patience, suggesting that the treatments need more time to show results and caution against using too many medications simultaneously.