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Many would trade beard growth for a full head of hair, using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Some prefer beards or have experienced side effects, leading to mixed opinions.

community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

in Minoxidil 173 upvotes 1 year ago

Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

community How have you thickened your beard on finasteride. B4/After pics too

in Progress Pictures 59 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride can slow beard growth, but minoxidil and dermarolling may enhance beard thickness. Minoxidil is suggested for permanent beard gains, while finasteride is mainly for scalp hair maintenance.

community Anyone else’s beard took a huge hit on finasteride or dutasteride? Would minoxidl hepl?

in Progress Pictures 105 upvotes 3 years ago

The effects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hair loss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who have experienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.

community I was on 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 468 upvotes 1 year ago

User took 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, saw hair growth but stopped due to excessive body hair. Recently started finasteride and plans to update progress.

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