Crown progress Nov 2024 to March 2025. Full recovery possible? Progress Pictures 3/3/2025
A 29-year-old is using liposomal topical finasteride/minoxidil and low-level light therapy (LLLT) to improve hair growth, showing significant progress in crown recovery. The user prefers liposomal topicals to avoid side effects from oral finasteride and uses the iRestore Essential device for LLLT.
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30 y/o male started balding at 22, began treatment at 29 using oral dut, oral min, derma rolling, nizoral shampoo, and considering low level light therapy. Plans to monitor progress for 1-2 years and may get hair transplant or use hair system if needed.
community Crown recovery update - 7 months of treatment
A 29-year-old reports positive hair recovery after 7 months using liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, low-level light therapy, and vitamins, following a 3600 graft DHI procedure. They experienced no side effects from the topical treatment, unlike with oral finasteride.
community Crown recovery - almost fully back. November 2024 to now
A 29-year-old shared their crown hair recovery using a daily liposomal topical solution of finasteride and minoxidil, low-level light therapy, and specific vitamins, noting significant improvement without side effects. They experienced issues with oral finasteride previously but not with the topical treatment.
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The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.
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