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      community It's crazy how it's 2018 and the only hair loss treatments we have feature undesirable side effects and/or aren't even effective for many people.

       136 upvotes 7 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, dermarolling, finasteride, dutasteride, hair transplants, hair systems, and shaving the head. The conversation covers various opinions on these treatments and mentions possible side effects as well as alternatives like wigs, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. The post expresses disappointment that there has been no major breakthrough in the field of hair loss treatments despite decades of research.

      community Progress ? Fin+min oral every 6 months

      in Is this regrowth?  102 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil, along with biotin, vitamin D3, collagen, and micro-needling, to address hair loss over six months. They experienced some shedding initially but have seen progress, with improved hair quality and reduced bald spots.

      community 7 Months Minoxidil & Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress on hair regrowth after 7 months using Minoxidil 5% twice daily, Finasteride 1mg once daily, vitamin D3, and Neurobion injections. They encouraged others to persist with their treatments, noting visible improvements and expecting further gains.

      community After a life of long hair , I chopped it off.

      in Shaved/buzzed  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone starting treatment for hairline thinning with 1mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and vitamin D3 supplements, and asking for advice on dermarolling. Another person reassures them that they still have a lot of hair and could maintain or regrow hair with the treatment.

      community Will I be a good candidate for Finasteride?

      in Chat 5 years ago
      A 17-year-old is considering finasteride for hair loss but is advised to wait due to potential hormonal effects at a young age. Alternatives like minoxidil, micro-needling, vitamins, and lifestyle changes are suggested instead.

      community 3 months on Finasteride-Minoxidil-Microneedling 36M

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A 36-year-old male has been using finasteride, 5% minoxidil foam, and microneedling with a 0.75mm dermastamp or Dr. pen for three months. He notices thicker hair and reduced hair loss, with high testosterone and normal DHT levels, while managing prolactin levels with vitamin B6.

      community 16 months of treatment and a frontal transplant changed my life!!

      in Progress Pictures  638 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 30-year-old shared their successful hair restoration journey using liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, vitamins, and a second hair transplant in Greece, which significantly improved their hair density without side effects. The transplant cost $7500 and involved filling an old scar, with the user expressing gratitude for the life-changing results.

      community One Month on Topical Fin and Min Experience

      in Update  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old male started using topical finasteride (0.25%) and minoxidil (5%) once daily, along with supplements like zinc, magnesium, biotin, and vitamins C and D. After initial concerns about side effects, he experienced temporary ED and shedding but now feels better and has no regrets about starting the treatment.

      community 4 month topical fin and min progress

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, along with microneedling, vitamins, and nizoral shampoo. They recently increased the topical treatments to twice daily for faster results, experiencing only initial shedding.

      community I think waiting it out and adding oral minox did the trick!

      in Update  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced hair regrowth by adding oral minoxidil to his regimen, which already included dutasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and levothyroxine. He also uses microneedling, biotin vitamins, and exercises regularly, reporting no side effects from oral minoxidil so far.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community Hairloss all over body and head

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old experiencing hair thinning all over the body and head, despite using minoxidil and having low vitamin D levels, is advised to seek a second opinion from a dermatologist specializing in hair loss. The likely diagnosis is diffuse alopecia areata, which may require treatment with a JAK inhibitor.

      community 5 months Minoxidil+Fin progress

      in Is this regrowth?  77 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's 5-month progress using topical Minoxidil (5%) and Finasteride (0.1%) twice daily, along with derma stamping, improved Vitamin D levels, and increased protein intake for hair regrowth. The user is considering dutasteride if progress plateaus and uses a sulfate and paraben-free shampoo.

      community 2 months of finasteride and 3 months of minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  229 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and thickening after using minoxidil for three months and finasteride for two months, along with vitamin D and iron supplements. They reported softer erections as a side effect of finasteride but found the hair improvements worth it.

      community My progression as a female with female hair loss

      in Progress Pictures  51 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 30-year-old female shares her positive progress with hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and vitamins, after experiencing hair loss since her early 20s. She mentions using a product with a natural DHT blocker and emphasizes the importance of checking vitamin and iron levels.

      community 5 months topical minoxidil results

      in Progress Pictures  1257 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing their 5-month progress using topical minoxidil 5% twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamin D supplements for hair loss, with plans to add finasteride. The user experienced initial shedding but noticed hair thickening by the fourth month, and is seeking advice for dryness caused by minoxidil.

      community Shredding for 8+ months after having a great result for 1 year HELP !!

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss improvement with minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and keto shampoo but began shedding again despite medication changes. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan and checking vitamin levels, as deficiencies can contribute to hair loss.

      community My Progress Pictures(8 Months)

      in Progress Pictures  100 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user shared their 8-month hair loss treatment progress using Minoxidil 5% with Finasteride, microneedling, and liquid Vitamin D. They advised against junk food, wearing tight caps, and using hair straighteners, emphasizing consistency with a single brand for effective results.

      community 1 YEAR AGO VS TODAY NEED SOME PURE JUDGEMENT

      in Is this regrowth?  14 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for a year without seeing progress and recently added a derma stamp. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, switching to dutasteride, and considering vitamin D and saw palmetto.

      community Is this regrowth? ketoconazole

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth treatments, including ketoconazole, vitamins, fish oil, collagen, pumpkin seed oil, rosemary, and dermal rolling. Users suggest trying finasteride and intense weight training to enhance results.

      community Oral minoxidil gives hair everywhere except scalp,plss help

      in Minoxidil  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is causing body hair growth but not improving scalp hair, despite using dutasteride and finasteride. Users suggest waiting longer for results, checking vitamin levels, and considering additional treatments like topical minoxidil, dermarolling, and supplements.

      community Finasteride Mono-Therapy 6 month check in

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reports positive results from using finasteride for six months, noticing hair regrowth despite ongoing shedding and dry scalp issues. They suspect hard water and a possible vitamin D deficiency may also affect their hair condition.

      community Essential Insights into Hair Loss: What You Should Know Early

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss can be managed by acting early, using treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and possibly dutasteride, along with lifestyle changes such as using sulfate-free shampoos and eating protein-rich foods. Consulting a dermatologist and considering microneedling, vitamins, and anti-fungal shampoos are also recommended.

      community 3month progress Oral Fin. Topical Min

      in Is this regrowth?  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing hair regrowth after using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, biotin, multivitamins, vitamin D, and dutasteride. They also use ketoconazole shampoo and Revita density shampoo to manage flakes and improve hair thickness.

      community One year progress - (Fin only)

      in Progress Pictures  203 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after one year of using finasteride, despite initial side effects, and considered adding oral minoxidil. They also noted the positive impact of vitamin D on hair thickness.

      community 21 months in, lost all gains last 2 weeks

      in Progress Pictures  452 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss after 21 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride. Others suggest it might be temporary and recommend staying consistent or trying additional methods like hair loss shampoo, microneedling, or checking vitamin levels.

      community 3.5 months on fin/min progress

      in Progress Pictures  1666 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male has been using oral finasteride (1.2mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg) daily for 3.5 months, along with vitamin D, fish oil, iron, and biotin, and reports significant hair growth without side effects. The user plans to continue the treatment and is considering cutting hair to assess progress more accurately.