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      community 3-month update on the microneedling-only project

      in Microneedling  90 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 3-month update on a microneedling-only project to treat hair loss, which has not had significant results in terms of thicker hair but may have seen some acceleration in hair growth and an increase in vellus hairs. The user plans to continue the journey for 6 months before making any changes, such as adding minoxidil or finasteride.

      community 18M , on minox 5% for 1.5 months, is this regrowth??

      in Is this regrowth?  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      An 18-year-old is using topical minoxidil 5% and derma rolling weekly for hair regrowth after shaving their head, while also addressing vitamin D deficiency and thyroid imbalance. They are questioning if the changes observed are signs of regrowth.

      community Microneedling makes a difference. Non responders, please read

      in Microneedling  66 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 48-year-old who had been thinning since 25 and reached NW4-5 baldness saw no improvement with 1mg/day finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice a day after 8 months. After copying another person's routine, they now use 0.5mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, daily microneedling with 0.5mm and 1mm once a week, and apply minoxidil twice daily, resulting in baby hairs on their bald spot and temples after three months.

      community 7 month progress on topical fin/min

      in Is this regrowth?  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      After 7 months of using topical finasteride/minoxidil, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo, the user believes they are seeing hair regrowth. They are seeking further advice to improve their results, excluding hair transplant options.

      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 How does hair loss and recovery work?

      in Chat  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.

      community Scarring Alopecia and NSAIDs?

      in Female  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user suspects scarring alopecia and is exploring NSAIDs and turmeric/pepper for inflammation-related hair loss, having experienced burning and thinning with finasteride and testosterone reduction. They are seeking feedback while unable to afford a dermatologist.

      community Comeback is real from NW7?

      in Treatment  65 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 25-year-old who started losing hair at 16 and reached almost NW7 by 20 saw hair regrowth using a regimen including dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and a dermaroller, along with supplements like biotin, zinc, and omega-3. After initial success, they experienced shedding, added more supplements and treatments, and sought advice on whether to continue; responses encouraged them to persist as shedding is often part of the hair regrowth cycle.

      community My experience with Trichogenics

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with Trichogenics for hair restoration, highlighting their unique zigzag hairline technique and personalized attention. They had 1700 follicles transplanted and praised the natural results.

      community 1 year progress, seek an advice

      in Is this regrowth?  10 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user showed progress in hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, and derma rolling with tretinoin. They seek advice on achieving Norwood 1 and the number of grafts needed for hairline restoration.

      community Is this finally regrowth at my temples?!

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user switched from topical to oral finasteride and minoxidil, noticing thicker and longer baby hairs, suggesting potential regrowth at the temples. Other users agree it looks like a sign of success.

      community Progress with 6 Years fin and a FUT (2017 vs 2023)

      in Is this regrowth?  210 upvotes 3 years ago
      The post discusses a user's six-year progress with finasteride and a Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT) for hair loss. The user shared before and after photos in reverse order, leading to confusion, but overall, the community responded positively to the user's hair regrowth.

      community TE turned into Scarring hairloss

      in Update  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.

      community Treatment from July 2025 - Present

      in Is this regrowth?  17 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride daily, Minoxidil foam twice a day, and microneedling weekly with a 1.5mm needle. They are seeking feedback and suggestions to optimize their hair regrowth.

      community 4 month closeup hairline progress on topical min and fin

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, along with microneedling, vitamins, biotin, and nizoral shampoo. They recently increased minoxidil and finasteride to twice daily and feel their hair is thicker but are unsure about regrowth.

      community For those thar had a hair transplant.....

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had a hair transplant 10 months ago and sees some improvement but still has thin spots. They previously used finasteride pills and now use a topical solution of minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin.

      community Just a tad bit swollen but anything for hair right babe?

      in Transplants  516 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user experienced significant swelling after a hair and beard transplant, possibly due to an allergic reaction or improper post-surgery care. Despite dissatisfaction with the clinic's handling of grafts and customer service, the user appreciates the clinic's skill in achieving natural hairline density.

      community Finasteride and natural topicals

      in Finasteride  6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user reported hairline regrowth after two weeks on a treatment including finasteride, peppermint and rosemary oils, emu oil, magnesium oil spray, apple cider vinegar, and dermarolling, while avoiding shampoos and conditioners. They believe DHT contributes to hair loss but also suggest follicle fibrosis is an issue.

      community Does this look like regrowth??

      in Satire  274 upvotes 8 months ago
      Hair regrowth using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling. User reports progress with no side effects and improved hair density.

      community 3 months and a half on topicals

      in Is this regrowth?  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 3.5 months using a topical 2-in-1 from Hims, ketoconazole, and weekly microneedling. The user is 37 years old.

      community microneedling efficacy for male pattern baldness?

      in Microneedling  14 upvotes 1 month 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 Regrowth progress after 8 months

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth after 8 months using 1mg finasteride three times a week, topical minoxidil twice a day, and recently started microneedling with a 1mm needle. Optimal results are expected after one year.

      community Before and after pics with Microneedling + possible confounds

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced hairline improvement using microneedling once a month with a 12-pin set at 1.5-2.0mm and taking Tru Niagen, alongside a heavily modified diet. They attribute the slow hairline improvement to environmental factors, particularly diet, rather than solely genetic factors.

      community Finestride induced hairloss? Is it normal?

      in General  70 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased hair shedding can occur when starting Finasteride, but it's usually temporary. Adding Minoxidil may help regrow and thicken hair, while vitamins are only beneficial if there's a deficiency.