4 Months progress on 1mg Fin + 2.25Oral Minox daily (30m) Progress Pictures 7/24/2026
The user shared progress on hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.25mg oral minoxidil daily, noticing thicker hair and new growth after initial shedding. Others encouraged patience, noting that significant results often appear after several months.
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6 / 6 resultscommunity 45, Male. My five month hair journey on oral 1.2mg finasteride, 3mg minoxidil.
A 45-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth and thicker eyebrows and eyelashes after five months of using oral finasteride (1.2mg) and minoxidil (3mg), despite initial side effects. He noticed improvements within the first month and reported minimal shedding, with the treatment being more effective than topical solutions.
community Second shed ended (I think) but the hairs are not blended in just yet. I should see regrowth again this time rightβ¦ Over the next few months π 1st pic before shed, 2nd pic after shed. I see some smaller hairs looking like they can awaken from the demons and thicken up.π
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of topical and oral finasteride combined with minoxidil. The user experienced a second shedding phase but hopes for regrowth in the coming months.
community 18mo progress - topical fin/min + oral min/dut
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride/minoxidil and oral minoxidil/dutasteride, with some mild side effects that diminished over time. They plan to add microneedling to their regimen and have seen hair shedding cycles every six months, followed by thicker regrowth.
community Secondary shedding, 6 months into oral minoxidil/finasteride 3mg chewables
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and increased density after six months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride chewables, despite going through a secondary shedding phase. The only side effect mentioned was restlessness, and the user feels healthier overall.
community Taking oral finasteride/minoxidil for about 8 months and now noticing some increased shedding
The user has been taking oral finasteride and minoxidil for about 8 months and is experiencing increased hair shedding, which is considered normal due to synchronized hair cycles. Despite the shedding, the user has seen significant hair regrowth and is advised to continue the treatment as the shedding should subside.
community what do you think? 2 months vs 6 months of finasteride and minoxidil, will the hair become thicker?
A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for six months and is concerned about hair loss. Replies suggest continuing the treatment for at least a year, as initial shedding can indicate the treatment is working.
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