Hit the 6 month mark topical min and fin Progress Pictures 11/29/2024
The user shared progress after six months using a topical mix of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, reporting significant hair regrowth with minimal side effects. The product used is a spray from Hims, applied to the crown before bed.
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6 / 6 resultscommunity 8 Months of Topical Fin/Min Application
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using a topical combination of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, applied nightly, along with weekly microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. They reported no side effects and attributed the improvement mainly to minoxidil, while maintaining consistent use of supplements and a healthy lifestyle.
community *11 month update* 1st pic 11 months ago vs today. 2nd pic same timeframe but wet hair. 3rd pic my hair at my worst back in 2020. 4th pic under bright lighting & camera flash. 5th pic hairline. 6th & 7th pic side/back view. 8th pic good hair day.
The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after 11 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil from HIMS. Many users congratulated the progress and inquired about the application method, brand, and potential side effects.
community i got more results 1 month 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg dutasteride then i did 6 months on finasteride and topical minoxidil
A user reported better hair regrowth with 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg dutasteride than with finasteride and topical minoxidil, calling topical minoxidil a scam. Replies varied, with some defending topical minoxidil, questioning the user's application method, and suggesting that previous treatments might be contributing to the observed results.
community *17 month update*Before & after pic.
The conversation discusses a user's impressive hair regrowth progress over 17 months using a topical minoxidil and finasteride spray from HIMS, with suggestions to add microneedling for better results. Some users express skepticism about the authenticity of the results, while others inquire about side effects and application methods.
community Just topical min and fin, 6 months.
The conversation is about using a topical spray containing minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair regrowth over six months, with positive results and minimal side effects. The user also mentions using biotin and alpecin, and discusses the benefits of topical application over oral forms.
community 3 month progress, topical min/fin/keto spray with (occasional) derm roll (40M)
A 40-year-old user shared impressive hair regrowth results after three months using a topical spray containing minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole, along with occasional dermarolling. The treatment, from the brand Hims, was effective despite initial skepticism, and the user credits the community for their support and information.
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