community 23 years on Fin/Dut… my story so far…
A user's 23 year experience with Finasteride/Dutasteride and their current consideration of adding Minoxidil to their treatments for hair loss.
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180-210 / 780 resultscommunity My fin experience over 13+ years
The user's experience and success with taking finasteride to treat hair loss, which is confirmed by other users who have taken it without side effects. The user also advises that consulting a doctor before starting any kind of treatment for hair loss is important, as opposed to relying on self-made remedies available online.
community 2.5 months of oral minoxidil 5mg
This conversation is about a user's progress with using oral minoxidil 5mg to treat their hair loss, in combination with finasteride. The replies discuss the effectiveness of this treatment and provide additional information on potential methods for obtaining it.
community 14-Month Update - FUE Hair Transplant
A 14-month update on a FUE hair transplant, and the effects of male pattern baldness. People discussed products such as Minoxidil, finasteride, Kerastase Chronologiste shampoo and care oil, and RU58841 to help treat hair loss.
community Dutasteride Destroying Hairline vs Just Shedding — 3 week pictures with rapid temple recession
A user's experience with Dutasteride causing rapid hair loss and temple recession over 3 weeks, with other users offering advice about the potential causes of this.
community DHT to my hair follicles the day I turned 14
Hair loss, Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as potential treatments for it.
community Aromatise inhibitor for finasteride-estrogen side effects?
A user experienced mild side effects from 0.5mg finasteride daily, including increased estradiol and minor gynecomastia. They are considering taking a low dose of exemestane to reduce estrogen levels.
community [M29] Finasteride + Minoxidil + Microneedling results
User reports hair loss improvement using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Others praise progress and share experiences.
community [19M] Before and after pics 8 months after consistent use of Finasteride 1 mg and Minoxidil 5% 1ml every night, ketokonazole2%+salicylic acid mild shampoo everyday. I've used minoxidil only for the frontal, most significant area of the scalp for regrowth as 1 ml is not enough for entire scalp
User shared before and after photos of 8 months using Finasteride 1mg and Minoxidil 5% 1ml nightly, with positive results and no side effects. Others praised the progress and suggested alternative treatments like topical fin, CB-03-01, or RU58841.
community I made it to 30 with a full head of hair when I was balding at 20. I made it boys.
User turned 30 with full hair thanks to Dutasteride and minoxidil. Switched from Dut to fin 2.5 mg daily for long-term health, also uses dermarolling, nizoral, and low inflammation lifestyle.
community Anyone else find it funny all of us on here stress about hair loss daily and take pills for it and take time everyday to apply minoxidil or RU meanwhile we all have friends who don’t even think about hairloss rocking their perfect NW0 hairlines and thick hair?
People on a forum are discussing the irony of stressing over hair loss and using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, while others have naturally perfect hair without any effort. They share personal experiences and acknowledge that everyone has insecurities, with some accepting their situation and others finding it frustrating.
community Minoxidil & Tretinoin for non responder. results
A user asked if anyone who didn't respond to minoxidil saw improvement after adding tretinoin. One person replied they saw hair growth on their hairline after using a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin, suggesting tretinoin may have made them respond to minoxidil.
community Hair fibers have been a huge confidence booster for me, I just hope that I’ll respond well to fin/min/derma rolling.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like hinoki tree oil and procyanidin b2. Experiences and effectiveness of these treatments are shared.
community When I was in my 20s, skinny and with long hair, one of my biggest fear was being fat and bald in my 40s. Now that it’s come to pass, I’ve found there are better things to worry about. I started shaving my head in 05 when I was 32 and I can sum it all up in one word: Liberating.
Accepting hair loss, with solutions discussed including Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments, shaving the head as a liberating experience, and using beards to make up for lack of hair.
community Hairloss is mentally exhausting
The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.
community My 18 month journey growing back my hair using the big 3 + dermarolling
Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral, and Dermarolling successfully regrew the user's hair over 18 months. The regimen included daily Finasteride, Minoxidil, vitamins, and weekly dermarolling.
community Guys who used fin and had to stop, what were your reasons?
Somitomere used finasteride for two years, experienced mental side effects, and stopped. They are now waiting for a new treatment like Breezula.
community 4.5 months of microneedling – progress
A user who has had positive results from using a regimen of microneedling, finasteride, minoxidil, peppermint oil, keto shampoo and DHT organic shampoo for hair growth. The conversation also addressed whether to use .5mg or 1mg of finasteride and the difference between dermapens and rollers.
community Barely holding onto my NW2 hair... I can't afford to wait... help.
A user struggled with hair loss and ineffective vitamin treatments from their doctor. They eventually obtained a finasteride prescription through a telemedicine service and felt relieved.
community Don’t get too hyped up about Breezula, it‘s not a wonder drug
The conversation discusses skepticism about Breezula, a hair loss treatment, with the consensus that it's not a miracle cure but a maintenance drug that may work well with finasteride. Some users report side effects from finasteride, like sexual dysfunction, while hoping for better results from Breezula or RU58841 without such side effects.
community Norwood 1 to 3 is normal, and NOT balding
Norwood 1-3 hair loss is considered normal in Russia and not balding. Using finasteride for Norwood 1-3 is seen as unnecessary and risky.
community How can I get fin in Canada (GP and Derm turned me down) + questions on minoxidil and PRP
Treatments for hair loss with a focus on finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The user discussed their family history of balding, asked questions about the effectiveness of different treatments, and was discouraged from taking finasteride by medical professionals.
community Tretinoin can enhance the skin permeability of Minoxidil approximately 3-fold at 0.05%[24] and itself has some hair regrowth properties.
The conversation discusses enhancing Minoxidil absorption for hair loss treatment using Tretinoin and MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane). The user is seeking sources for Tretinoin and mentions MSM's potential to improve the absorption of topical agents.
community need some advice should i start to take fin
A 16-year-old considering finasteride for hair loss is advised to consult medical professionals due to age-related concerns, as they are currently using minoxidil and ketoconazole. Users suggest waiting until 17 or consulting a dermatologist for a professional opinion, with some recommending topical finasteride as an alternative.
community Fin only Left is beginning of 2024 19m to 20m right is November of 2024 fin saved my life and cured my my depression
Finasteride improved hair thickness and stopped hair loss without side effects. Results appeared around three months, with no shedding reported.
community 5 months progress on fin and min
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil over five months, with noticeable improvements in hairline and temple areas. The user experienced minimal side effects, mainly increased eyebrow and eyelash growth, and attributes additional physical improvements to weight loss and exercise.
community Over 13 months on 5% minoxidil and 6 months on finastride
A user stopped using 5% minoxidil and finasteride despite positive results to focus on enjoying life without the stress of hair care. They prioritize personal happiness and acceptance over hair maintenance.
community Is microneedling + minoxidil better than oral minoxidil
Oral minoxidil is considered more effective for hair regrowth than topical minoxidil, but it carries higher risks. Combining microneedling with topical minoxidil can enhance absorption, but oral minoxidil with microneedling shows significant results.
community 4 moths on treatment fin/dutasteride 5mg oral min same hair lenth
The user experienced hair regrowth after four months of using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil. They noted increased oiliness in their hair after starting the treatment.
community Solving Hair Loss with Research at MIT
Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.