Oral Fin+Min: Digital microscope scalp review - Day 0 Vs 3 Months 2/27/2025
A user used oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, seeing new hair growth under a microscope but no visible change. Commenters debated if the growth was real hair or fibers, and the user will update every 90 days.
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community 21M on Minoxidil 3 Months: Should I Add Finasteride for Thinning Hair?
A 21-year-old male experiencing hair thinning started using Minoxidil, which stopped his shedding and led to the growth of vellus hairs on his temples. He is considering whether to add finasteride to his routine, which currently includes Minoxidil, derma rolling, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D3, zinc, and a rosemary and fenugreek lotion.
community Hair disappearing after one week (microscope photos)
A user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride and minoxidil, noting changes in hair under a microscope after one week. Others suggest patience, as hair treatments take months to show results, and recommend focusing less on microscopic changes.
community MINOXIDIL + FINASTERIDE 3-MONTH PROGRESS
The user shared their 3-month progress using topical minoxidil 6% twice daily and finasteride 1mg six days a week, along with a hair and scalp treatment. They reported no side effects and plan to add a dermastamp to their routine.
community 1.5 Months on Finasteride and Oral minoxidil
The user has been using 1.25mg Finasteride, 5mg Oral Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for 1.5 months, noticing thicker hair and less scalp visibility, though changes are more noticeable in photos than in real life. They experienced no side effects from Finasteride but had initial chest discomfort with Oral Minoxidil, which resolved, and they plan to continue updating on their progress.
community Hair loss research focused on chemistry for decades because we misunderstood the mechanics of growth.
Hair growth relies on mechanical forces, not just chemicals, with tissue acting like a motor. Minoxidil and finasteride help, but maintaining tissue elasticity and addressing mechanical issues are essential.
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