A 21-year-old male is using finasteride, minoxidil, and had a hair transplant to address lifelong thin, diffuse hairloss. Progress pictures show changes over two months.
A user shared their 3-month progress using 0.5mg daily dutasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil for hairloss, reporting significant improvement after an initial shedding phase. The user experienced no side effects and noted that dutasteride might have fewer side effects than finasteride.
A user shared their 6-week update on using 0.5mg dutasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, and Nizoral for hairloss, noting noticeable regrowth but experiencing side effects like lower sex drive and brain fog. The conversation includes suggestions for additional treatments and discussions about hair transplant costs.
The user shared their 3-month progress using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mg dutasteride, 5mg biotin, and a saw palmetto, green coffee, and menthol shampoo, reporting no hair shedding and some unwanted hair growth on the beard and back. They recommend starting with finasteride or dutasteride, especially for those under 18, and noted no side effects from their treatment.
The user switched from Finasteride to topical Dutasteride, Pyrilutamide, and Minoxidil due to hairloss, then decided to switch to oral Dutasteride because of pregnancy concerns. They are considering the frequency of oral Dutasteride use, with suggestions of using it a few times a week for better results and fewer side effects.
The user shared impressive hair growth results after 100 days using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and saw palmetto, and plans to get a hair transplant. The conversation includes suggestions for additional treatments like ketoconazole and derma stamping, and discussions about potential side effects of finasteride.
Dutasteride's half-life varies with dosage, and lower doses can be effective with fewer side effects compared to finasteride. Some users report different side effects with dutasteride and finasteride, and extreme dosages of dutasteride are unnecessary and potentially harmful.
The user experienced significant hair thickening after using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, with no negative side effects, only increased libido and strength. Dutasteride was used after initial minoxidil treatment, leading to noticeable improvements in hair density.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth in two months using minoxidil foam and 0.5mg finasteride every other day, despite some side effects. They are considering adjusting the finasteride dosage and possibly adding biotin or dermarolling to their routine.
Younger generations now view receding hairlines as baldness, increasing the use of treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Social media and changing beauty standards have intensified focus on hairlines, altering perceptions of baldness.
Bruce Willis's past comments on hair restoration and the progress of hairloss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and transplants. Users discuss the challenges of hairloss, the limited number of bald celebrities who are seen as role models, and the ongoing hope for future treatments.
A 36-year-old has been using 1mg oral finasteride daily and minoxidil foam twice daily for 18 months, experiencing significant hair regrowth with no side effects. Initial shedding occurred, but noticeable improvements began around 11 months, with major changes by 16 months.
The user reported positive progress in hair growth after taking 5 mg of oral minoxidil daily and 2.5 mg of dutasteride three times a week, with noticeable changes in hair fullness and body hair growth. They experienced initial side effects at a higher dosage but reported no side effects at the current dosage and plan to continue updating their progress.
A user shared their positive experience with a 1900-graft FUE hair transplant by Dr. Ko at Newhair Clinic in Korea, costing $6,000. The user expressed satisfaction with the results and mentioned no longer experiencing stress over hairloss, but did not specify using any medications like finasteride.
A 49-year-old man has been using 1 mg of finasteride daily and microneedling weekly for four months to address hairloss, with no side effects and noticeable progress. He shares his experience and encourages others to consider treatment options without fear.
A 25-year-old is using a combination of oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and topical dutasteride mixed with minoxidil to combat hairloss and hopes to see regrowth. They plan to update on the effectiveness of this regimen in a few months.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using oral and topical minoxidil and finasteride for over three months. They reported minimal side effects, such as facial hair growth and minor bloating, and are optimistic about continued progress.
Some men have strong balding genetics that treatments like Dutasteride, Minoxidil, or Finasteride may not fully address. Early intervention is believed to help, but many accept hairloss without treatment.
The user has been using finasteride for 10 months with no significant regrowth but no further hairloss and is considering adding oral minoxidil despite concerns about side effects. Other users suggest combining finasteride with minoxidil for better results, as finasteride prevents further hairloss while minoxidil aids regrowth.
The conversation is about hairloss treatments, focusing on the use of dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Users suggest adding minoxidil and microneedling for better results, while some caution against using RU58841 due to potential risks.
The user shared their hairloss treatment progress from October 2023 to January 2025, using 1.25 mg finasteride daily, 2.5 mg minoxidil, Hims shampoo, and a multivitamin. They noted improved hair growth despite not saving their hairline.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a topical solution of minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% over 100 days, with plans to continue for a year before switching to a maintenance dose. Despite skepticism from others about using hair fibers, the user insists on the authenticity of their progress and reports no side effects from the treatment.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 9 months of using finasteride, with minimal use of minoxidil. They reported no side effects and emphasized patience and consistency in their treatment routine.
Quitting smoking led to reduced hairloss for the original poster, who also used finasteride and topical minoxidil. Other users shared mixed experiences with smoking and hairloss, with some noticing improvements after quitting and others seeing no change.
PP405 is a potential hairloss treatment undergoing trials, with discussions on its effectiveness and comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is skepticism about its status as a cure, with hopes for future advancements in genetic treatments like CRISPR.
The user experienced hairloss and used Minoxidil and Finasteride to improve hairline and density, but stopping Minoxidil led to a setback. They plan to continue both treatments daily to increase hair density and are considering applying Minoxidil to the entire scalp.
The user shared progress on hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil, 2% keto shampoo, oral finasteride, and recently switched to daily dutasteride. They reported positive results without significant side effects and are hopeful for further improvement.
A user shared their 4-month hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, reporting no side effects and positive feedback on their appearance. The post sparked debate, with many users doubting the authenticity of the photos, while others congratulated the user on their impressive results.
The conversation is about a user concerned about hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and recently adding dutasteride. Most responses suggest there is no noticeable difference in hairloss, attributing concerns to paranoia, and recommend continuing the current treatment or adjusting expectations.
A 20-year-old is experiencing severe diffuse thinning and shedding despite using oral minoxidil for 12 months and dutasteride for 8 months, after previously trying finasteride. They are frustrated with the lack of improvement and considering trying RU58841.