Hair journey from December 2021 - today.
    Progress Pictures 1/1/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) since December 2021
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1.25mg daily since December 2021
    the tone is 😀 positive with positive results.

    Other terms

    The user shared their hair regrowth journey using topical minoxidil and finasteride since December 2021, experiencing shedding phases but ultimately achieving positive results by sticking with the treatment. They advise others to continue with their regimen despite shedding, as it can be a sign of the treatment working.
    View this post in the Community →

    Similar Community Posts Join

    6 / 6 results

      community 3 weeks on Minoxidil 5% (rogaine foam)

      in Is this regrowth?  43 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user started using Minoxidil 5% foam and plans to begin finasteride in December, noticing less shedding but uncertain about regrowth after three weeks. Others suggest it takes at least 3-6 months to see significant results, with some recommending adding finasteride and possibly switching to oral Minoxidil.

      community 14 months - 1mg fin & 5% topical minoxidil results

      in Progress Pictures  452 upvotes 4 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil over 14 months, with only initial shedding and mild scalp irritation as side effects. Consistency and early treatment are recommended for optimal results.

      community Hair Regrowth timeline (Oct. 2024 - Till now)

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using a routine of 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, 0.1% dutasteride, and 0.025% tretinoin, with plans to adjust the treatment. They noticed significant improvement within a year and are considering changes to avoid potential hair shedding.

      community 5 month regrowth (5 months fin, 3 month oral min)

      in Treatment  775 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 5-month progress using Finasteride (1mg daily) and 3 months on Oral Minoxidil (5mg daily) for hair regrowth, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They experienced initial shedding with Minoxidil but saw substantial regrowth, encouraging others to try these treatments.

    Related Research

    6 / 6 results