Finally got some progress after 2 months Progress Pictures 11/2/2025
A user shared progress pictures after two months of using a topical solution with finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (0.5%) for hair loss, reporting no side effects and minimal shedding. They are considering continuing the treatment due to its effectiveness.
View this post in the Community →
Similar Community Posts Join
6 / 1000+ resultscommunity 2022 Official beginner guide for "I'm losing my hair, what can I do?"
Hair loss treatments include Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling. Additional options are Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and hair transplants.
community Have to post this since it’s been 1yr, 6 months on topical fin, 1 year on min. Came A LONG WAY
User used minoxidil 5% topical liquid, HIMS topical finasteride, derma rolling, DHT blocking shampoo, and castor oil with rosemary for hair loss treatment. They experienced significant progress and increased confidence.
community 1.25mg of Fin and 5% topical minoxidil once a day. 8 months progress. Diffuse thinning
This user experienced improvements in their hair density and texture through the use of finasteride (1.25mg) and minoxidil (5%) applied topically once a day over 8 months, with no reported side effects other than slightly lowered libido.
community Update: 16 months deep - big 3
The user has seen positive results after 16 months of using topical Finasteride/Minoxidil, microneedling weekly, and Tretinoin for hair loss. There are no reported side effects, and the user advises that the effectiveness of microneedling depends on the pressure applied.
community Why is it so hard to select one
Choosing hair loss treatments is challenging due to concerns about side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. Users suggest starting with topical treatments and gradually increasing dosage, while some recommend oral finasteride for its effectiveness despite potential side effects.
community Do hair follicles dies or are dormant ?
Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.
Related Research
6 / 1000+ results
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update on Pathogenesis and Pharmacological Treatment
Current treatments for androgenetic alopecia are complex and promising, but more research is needed.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Therapy Update
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
research Male And Female Androgenetic Alopecia
AGA causes permanent hair loss; women use 2% minoxidil, men use 1 mg finasteride daily.
research Pharmacologic Management of Pattern Hair Loss
Treat pattern hair loss with finasteride and topical minoxidil.
research Efficacy and Safety of a New 10% Topical Minoxidil Versus 5% Topical Minoxidil and Placebo in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Trichoscopic Evaluation
10% minoxidil solution better promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss without significant side effects.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update Of Treatment Options
Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.