Advise if this serum is worth trying
    Treatment 12/21/2025

    At a glance
    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1mg 1x daily since May 18
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) stopped almost a year ago
    the tone is 😐 neutral with some regrowth, improved density results.

    Other terms

    The user is considering trying a new serum for hair loss, currently using 1mg oral finasteride daily with positive results. They previously used topical minoxidil but stopped and are open to trying organic serums or oils.
    View this post in the Community →

    Similar Community Posts Join

    5 / 1000+ results

      community Hair loss treatment rabbit hole [OC]

      in Satire  317 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.

      community 1.5 year progress update 1mg Fin and 5% minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  343 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a 1.5-year hair loss treatment progress using 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil, planning to switch to oral Minoxidil and considering adding RU58841. They saw gradual improvement, suspecting Finasteride as the main contributor since they might not respond to topical Minoxidil.

      community Does whey protein and creatine aggravate hair loss?

      in Research/Science  81 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hair loss. Some users report hair loss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.

      community 8 years of hair loss, turning 30 next month

      in Progress Pictures  151 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been dealing with hair loss for 10 years, worsened by psoriasis, and uses minoxidil and finasteride. They seek advice on managing psoriasis and hair loss, with suggestions to see a dermatologist, try different shampoos, and be patient.

    Related Research

    6 / 1000+ results
      Nanomaterials in Hair Care and Treatment

      research Nanomaterials in hair care and treatment

      5 citations , February 2022 in “Acta Biomaterialia”
      Nanomaterials can improve hair care products and treatments, including hair loss and alopecia, by enhancing stability and safety, and allowing controlled release of compounds, but their safety in cosmetics needs more understanding.
      Androgen Effects on the Skin

      research Androgen effects on the skin

      July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks”
      Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.
      A Review on Hair Loss and Damage

      research A review on Hair Loss & Damage

      January 2016
      The article concludes that understanding the causes of hair loss and using continuous treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help manage it, despite potential side effects.
      Hair Aging And Anti-Aging

      research Hair aging and anti-aging

      3 citations , October 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”
      Hair ages due to various factors and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help, but more research and better public awareness are needed.