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      community Minoxidil (3 months) & Finasteride (2 months) Update. 23M

      in Progress Pictures  534 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about a 23-year-old man's positive experience with hair regrowth using oral finasteride (1mg daily) and topical minoxidil (twice daily), with initial side effects including zero libido and watery semen that resolved except for the semen consistency. He also used dermarolling initially but stopped due to brittleness.

      community Can low level of vitamins cause hair loss?

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about whether low vitamin levels can cause hair loss. The consensus is that the user's vitamin levels are normal and unlikely to affect hair loss or the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

      community Amazon Clinics offer Hair loss treatment consults

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering using Amazon Clinics for a hair loss treatment consultation to get finasteride for a receding hairline, noting it's cheaper than other options. Another user confirms that finasteride is not too expensive and suggests going for the cheapest option since it's a lifelong treatment.

      community 42M 5 months (topical fin, oral min)

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 42-year-old man is using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and various oils for hair loss treatment and is happy with the improvements after 5 months. He experienced mild side effects from finasteride, including temporary testicular pain and changes in libido, but no side effects from minoxidil.

      community The best vehicle/carrier for RU58841

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the best vehicle for RU58841, comparing trichosol and Garnier/Vichy Stemoxydine, avoiding propylene glycol (PG) or ethanol due to previous scalp damage. The user is also seeking sources for these products in the EU.

      community How to get a finasteride prescription?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone seeking a finasteride prescription for hair loss and considering paying out of pocket for a dermatologist because they can't find one covered by insurance. They want advice on ensuring they get the prescription and not just a recommendation for biotin pills.

      community 8 month difference dut & oral min. Face says it all 🤣

      in Progress Pictures  271 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone's hair growth progress after using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for eight months, with users commenting on the increased hair density and volume. Some users are skeptical, but the original poster insists there is a significant improvement in hair density.

      community How Legit is Cortina Health for hair loss treatment.

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user sought treatment for hair loss through Cortina Health, where they were prescribed a specific topical solution containing Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Retinoic Acid. They are unsure if this unique combination is better than generic products and are seeking advice on whether to trust Cortina Health.

      community 4kg of fin + 3 L of minox a day + plus micro 6 times a day, results?

      in Satire  657 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using large amounts of finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling. The comments suggest various other remedies, like monkey oil, rosemary oil, and biotin, while some advise to embrace baldness and focus on confidence.

      community opinions on my progress and thickening and regrowth pls

      in Is this regrowth?  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been experiencing hair loss since having COVID and has low vitamin D levels; they are seeing some improvement in their crown and hairline after starting vitamin D supplements. Commenters suggest the hair loss pattern is consistent with male pattern baldness (MPD) and varies by individual.

      community Norwood 6 trying the bounce back

      in Progress Pictures  199 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old who started losing hair in their early 20s tried minoxidil with little effect, then experienced more loss until 2023. They are now using a treatment including finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, saw palmetto shampoo, and micro needling, and are seeing early positive results.

      community Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community I'm tired, boss. I fought. Now I seem to be losing.

      in Update  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is struggling with hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies. They experienced a temporary improvement but are now shedding hair again and feeling stressed.

      community Dermastamp only with carrier/essential oil blend

      in Microneedling  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is documenting their natural approach to treating a receding hairline using a dermastamp, essential oils (rosemary oil at 3% dilution with pumpkin seed oil), a multivitamin with vitamin D, and daily collagen shakes. They acknowledge the common recommendations of minoxidil and finasteride but prefer to test natural methods and share their results.

      community My 12-step program for hair-regrowth

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old male shares his 12-step hair regrowth routine, including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, LLLT, dermarolling, various shampoos, supplements, and a healthy diet. He seeks advice on microneedling frequency and mentions experiencing lowered libido and occasional scalp inflammation.

      community The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

      in Chat  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.

      community I really wish I started Propecia sooner

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old man's experience with taking Finasteride to treat hair loss and the positive side effects he has experienced, such as improved skin. The user also shared their journey of how they were scared away from taking Finasteride due to fear of possible side effects before eventually deciding to take it.