I messed up. Regrew my hair and then lost it all. Update 9/15/2025
Stopping hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can result in losing regrown hair, highlighting the importance of consistent use. Restarting these treatments may cause temporary shedding, but hair can regrow with continued use.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity Dont stop using Minoxidil i beg you! Dont be fool like me.
Stopping minoxidil causes significant hair loss, as continued use is necessary for maintaining gains. Combining minoxidil with finasteride may help maintain hair, but both treatments are typically lifelong commitments.
community curious to know the people that have dandruff that are diffuse thinners that have regrown hair or stopped further loss
Individuals with oily scalps, dandruff, and diffuse thinning hair loss who have managed to either halt the loss or regrow their hair by using topical finasteride and minoxidil as well as microneedling and ketoconazole 2% shampoo.
community Fuck it. Everyoneβs doing this shit and I live for giving people hope they didnβt have yesterday. Minoxidil + Finasteride for one year. (September 16,2021 β September 21, 2022). And I will keep going until I die. π₯π₯ππ let me know what you think .
This user has experienced hair loss, and treated it with a combination of finasteride and minoxidil for one year. They have reported slight heart palpitations and headaches, which diminished after the third month of treatment.
community 6 months fin progress, not going so well M21
A user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride for 6 months. Others suggest patience, noting visible regrowth and recommending a combination of finasteride and minoxidil.
community [20M] Hair Regrowth with Minoxidil ONLY- Need Opinions
A 20-year-old is using minoxidil for hair regrowth and considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride to maintain gains, with recommendations to start with a low dose or use a topical form to minimize side effects.
community 1 Year progress on topical fin and min
User shares 1-year progress using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with positive results. Some users discuss trying topical dutasteride and varying dosages, while others share their experiences and ask about specific products.
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