10months on minoxidil as an “ok responder” Progress Pictures 9/15/2025
The user added topical minoxidil to their finasteride regimen, resulting in healthier hair and some regrowth, especially after quitting nicotine. They experienced minimal shedding and noted improvements in hairline density, finding the treatment mostly preventative.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity M20 - Thick hairline totally demolished during topical Minoxidil shedding (stringy, weak, density loss, see through)
Stefano, a 20-year-old male, experienced significant hairline shedding and thinning after using topical Minoxidil, along with rosemary/jojoba oil, biotin tablets, caffeine shampoo, and a dermaroller. He is uncertain whether to continue the treatment in hopes of regrowth or stop and potentially return to his original hair condition, while a reply suggests using finasteride or dutasteride to address the underlying cause of hair loss.
community Two and a half years on minoxidil and coming up to two years on finasteride. Hairline has only improved a bit but thickness/density is much better. I was pretty old when I started so I'm pleasantly surprised!
The user experienced improved hair thickness and density after using 5% minoxidil spray twice daily and 1mg finasteride tablet once daily, starting at age 33. They reported initial shedding with minoxidil but no other side effects.
community Progress August>Dec>today Fin 1mg, Topical Min
User shared progress pictures of hair density improvement using 1mg finasteride and topical minoxidil, but expressed concern about recent hairline miniaturization and treatment effectiveness. Another user complimented the results and inquired about initial shedding.
community 4 months of low-dose Minoxidil
A 21-year-old male used low-dose 5% topical Minoxidil inconsistently for four months, resulting in stopped hair shedding and improved hair density, though the hairline remained unchanged. Users discussed the potential use of finasteride and other treatments, with some suggesting consulting a dermatologist for further advice.
community 45, Male. My five month hair journey on oral 1.2mg finasteride, 3mg minoxidil.
A 45-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth and thicker eyebrows and eyelashes after five months of using oral finasteride (1.2mg) and minoxidil (3mg), despite initial side effects. He noticed improvements within the first month and reported minimal shedding, with the treatment being more effective than topical solutions.
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