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      community Help?

       7 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 21-year-old female is experiencing rapid hair shedding and receding hairline despite trying various treatments like hydration, vitamins, and castor oil. Medical tests showed normal results, and she seeks advice as the hair loss continues.

      community Nothing's working, I feel depressed, also hopeless for the first time

      in Update  102 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.

      community 3 months of topical Fin 0.3% and Min 7% progress

      in Progress Pictures  517 upvotes 1 year ago
      Significant hair regrowth and thickening were achieved in three months using topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 7%, along with lifestyle changes like healthier eating, derma stamping, and rosemary oil. Additional treatments included a shampoo for thinning hair and supplements like biotin and vitamin D.
      Is this a male pattern baldness or diffuse baldness?

      community Is this a male pattern baldness or diffuse baldness?

      in General  144 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced sudden hair loss over six months, losing about 30% of his hair. Treatments include 10% minoxidil, a hair spray, and a vitamin pill; opinions on the cause vary between normal hair loss due to deficiencies and male pattern baldness.
      21M on Minoxidil 3 Months: Should I Add Finasteride for Thinning Hair?

      community 21M on Minoxidil 3 Months: Should I Add Finasteride for Thinning Hair?

      in General  246 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old male experiencing hair thinning started using Minoxidil, which stopped his shedding and led to the growth of vellus hairs on his temples. He is considering whether to add finasteride to his routine, which currently includes Minoxidil, derma rolling, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D3, zinc, and a rosemary and fenugreek lotion.
      27M: Dutasteride and Minoxidil for Eyebrow Thinning and Hair Loss, Seeking Advice

      community 27M: Dutasteride and Minoxidil for Eyebrow Thinning and Hair Loss, Seeking Advice

      in General  183 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced limited success with Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil for hair loss and eyebrow thinning, with side effects like decreased libido and erectile dysfunction. He is considering oral Minoxidil but is concerned about side effects, and is advised to try ketoconazole for possible dermatitis and monitor vitamin D levels.

      community Doing everything still losing hair

      in Minoxidil  16 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using 1 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg minoxidil, a multivitamin, and a topical finasteride-minoxidil solution. Suggestions include increasing minoxidil dosage, addressing vitamin deficiencies, especially Vitamin D, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.
      Need Advice on My Hair Regrowth – Baby Hairs Showing Up!

      community Need Advice on My Hair Regrowth – Baby Hairs Showing Up!

      in General  84 upvotes 10 months ago
      A man in his twenties experiencing hereditary hair loss has been using 5% Minoxidil, a derma roller, Vitamin D3, and recently started Finasteride. He has noticed baby hairs appearing, indicating some regrowth, and is advised to continue the treatment consistently for several months to potentially see significant results.

      community Sudden, rapid hair loss

       5 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hair loss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.

      community 4 months Fin 0.3-0.5mg, 5% foam min, dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 36-year-old started using finasteride (0.3-0.5mg daily), 5% minoxidil foam, and weekly dermarolling/dermapen treatments to address hair loss. They also began taking supplements for low ferritin and vitamin D, hoping to improve hair thickness and cover a bald spot.

      community 27M 1.25 fin 5 months, 1ml 5% min 2x daily 2 months

      in Progress Pictures  106 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 27-year-old male has been using 1.25mg finasteride for 5 months and 5% minoxidil twice daily for 2 months, along with biotin and vitamin D supplements, to improve hair growth. He reports some progress and side effects like reduced libido, and is considering switching to oral minoxidil and possibly adding dutasteride after a year.
      Topical Treatment Progress

      community Topical Treatment Progress

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user reported healthier, firmer, and thicker hair follicles with minimal regrowth at the front after using Regenera Activa, topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, caffeine solution, and vitamin D supplements. Hair loss has stabilized with no side effects.

      community 6 months of 1 mg of oral finasteride a day and 2ml of topical minoxidil 5%

      in Is this regrowth?  1603 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after six months of using 1 mg oral finasteride daily, 2 ml topical minoxidil 5%, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamin D and iron supplements. The user reported no side effects and attributed the success to a combination of treatments for androgenetic alopecia and iron deficiency.

      community 7 month progress. From a slap head to a forehead. (32M)

      in Progress Pictures  52 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 32-year-old male shares his 7-month hair regrowth progress using 1 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, dermarolling every four days, 1.5% ketoconazole shampoo every three days, and zinc and vitamin D supplements initially. He applies minoxidil primarily to his temples and hairline, avoiding the crown, and reports significant improvement in diffusive thinning.

      community Non-responder to minoxidil for years

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 22-year-old has been using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss with initial success, but later experienced increased shedding and no regrowth. They recently added vitamin D3 supplements and microneedling, which reduced shedding, but are seeking advice on regrowth, with suggestions to try tretinoin with minoxidil and consider dutasteride.

      community Long term Fin/Min random shed experience

      in Update  15 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding while using finasteride and oral minoxidil but found that the shedding eventually stopped, and hair returned to its previous state. They advise patience, continuing medication, and maintaining good nutrition, including Vitamin D.

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

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 5 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 7 months Fin Treatment Progess

      in Progress Pictures  20 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, red light therapy, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin supplements, and scalp massages for hair loss since February 2025. They report stronger, thicker hair but are experiencing shedding and are considering increasing finasteride dosage or adding oral minoxidil.

      community 25M 10 months progress. Very happy with the progress.

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old male shared his 10-month hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, a 5% liquid spray, keto shampoo, and supplements like vitamin D, biotin, zinc, and magnesium. He reported improved hair thickness and health, especially on the sides, and is considering starting microneedling.

      community M30, month 3 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  312 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 30-year-old man shared his 3-month progress using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and tretinoin cream for hair loss, reporting no side effects. He also takes supplements like Vitamin D3, Calcium, Magnesium, and Zinc, and plans to add Biotin.

      community 4 months on 1.5mg fin and one month min+ derma roller, is it working with me?

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using 1.5mg finasteride daily for four months and added minoxidil with a dermaroller for one month but stopped due to eye floaters. There is some improvement in hair regrowth, and suggestions include continuing treatment, using ketoconazole shampoo, and considering other supplements like vitamin D, saw palmetto, and biotin.

      community 2200 grafts 4 days out from procedure

      in Transplants  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a 2200 graft FUE hair transplant at DiStefano Hair Restoration in Worcester, MA, praising Dr. Heinis and his staff for their care. The user is also using oral Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, and vitamins D and B.

      community ~3 months Fin + ~2,5h months Min + derma stamp + RLT

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth progress using a regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, derma stamping, red light therapy, and supplements like biotin and vitamin D. They also use keto shampoo and Alpecin C1 shampoo, exercise regularly, and follow a keto diet.