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      community started 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      An 18-year-old male with a family history of baldness started using 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride spray for hair loss. Suggestions included getting a blood test, considering oral dutasteride, and trying oral minoxidil.

      community A month and a half of Fin/Min/Biotin

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin on January 22nd and shared their hair regrowth results. They have a 4C hair type and are taking these treatments daily while exercising twice a week.

      community M34 – On finasteride, unsure about starting minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old male, already on finasteride, is hesitant to continue minoxidil due to side effects like headaches and concerns about facial bloating and skin aging. Another user shares their experience with minoxidil causing facial bloating but hopes for hair growth benefits.

      community One year progress fin/min/dermastamp/keto shampo

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their one-year progress using finasteride, minoxidil, a dermastamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, noting stabilization but challenging regrowth in the temples. Another user discussed using a 1.5mm dermastamp daily with minoxidil for better results, but concerns about scarring were raised.

      community Started balding at 16-17 but finally @21 got almost all of it back plus more and I think it made my forehead smaller

      in Is this regrowth?  580 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user regained hair and reduced forehead size using a routine of 1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, topical minoxidil twice daily, tretinoin before minoxidil, derma stamping weekly, red light therapy daily, and ketoconazole shampoo thrice weekly. They experienced initial side effects with finasteride but adjusted the dosage over time.

      community PSA: Greasy, product laden hair makes the scalp 10x more visible

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Greasy or product-laden hair can make the scalp appear more visible, leading some to mistakenly think they are balding. Proper hair washing and avoiding heavy products can help assess true hair thickness, and treatments like finasteride are used by some for actual hair loss.

      community Fin fixed my life. Thanks tresless.

       974 upvotes 5 months ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil stopped hair loss and improved urinary issues for a 34-year-old user. Despite some sexual side effects, the user plans to continue finasteride, while considering restarting minoxidil.

      community Melatonin emerging as new treatment for androgenic alopecia?

      in Update  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      Melatonin is being considered as a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia, with some users discussing its effects and combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about melatonin's impact on hormones and side effects from other treatments like ketoconazole were also discussed.

      community Capilia longa...?

      7 years ago
      The user is using Minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, and dermarolling for hair loss but is not seeing results. They are considering trying a product called "capilia longa" for beard growth and are questioning its effectiveness.

      community am I making a comeback? 3 months on min and dermaroller

       185 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil foam and a dermaroller for three months to combat hair loss, with noticeable progress. They are seeking finasteride but face difficulties obtaining it in Germany.

      community 23M 6 months on min5% fin 0.1% topical

       5 upvotes 4 days ago
      A 23-year-old male is using topical Minoxidil 5% and Finasteride 0.1% for hair maintenance and is considering switching to oral Finasteride. He also takes Vitamin D, K2, and a multivitamin, and seeks advice on whether to change his treatment.

      community Minoxidil on the beach cocktail recipe

       93 upvotes 3 years ago
      A satirical discussion on using minoxidil and finasteride in unconventional ways, including mixing them into drinks and other humorous methods. The conversation also touches on the potential health risks of minoxidil.

      community The road to recovering my mane

       5 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss due to defective dutasteride and is now using a regimen including dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, and microneedling to recover hair density. They are optimistic about regaining their hair despite recent setbacks.

      community 1 year of 1mg finasteride a day

      in Progress Pictures  305 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been taking 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, maintaining hair density without regrowth. They are considering oral minoxidil for regrowth, avoiding topical minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats, despite concerns about heart side effects.

      community Help! Minoxidil or Duta to avoid Shed of long hair.

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering using Tacrolimus Solution and topical Dutasteride to avoid shedding caused by Minoxidil, which they fear may lead to facial side effects. They are also concerned about scalp sensitivity and are exploring different treatment bases to manage seborrheic dermatitis.

      community now exactly 2 years since starting 1mg oral fin

      in Progress Pictures  749 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride daily and recently added minoxidil 5% to address remaining gaps. They reported no significant side effects, attributing any perceived changes to weight fluctuations rather than the medication.

      community M30 6M hair growth journey (Min & Fin Combo)

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 6-month hair growth journey using a combination of oral finasteride and a topical solution of minoxidil with finasteride. They plan to continue the treatment for another year before deciding on a hair transplant.

      community Grinding up Fin pills, mixing them with MINOX?

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Mixing ground finasteride pills with Minoxidil for topical use, with concerns about effectiveness and side effects. Users suggest using professionally formulated topical finasteride instead.

      community Adding caffeine to topical minoxidil

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Adding caffeine to topical minoxidil is unlikely to enhance its effectiveness, with most users agreeing it has minimal impact. The main treatments discussed are minoxidil and finasteride, with some users adding other ingredients like azelaic acid and retinol.

      community Eyebrows and Lashes growing a bit too much

       4 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Minoxidil use led to significant eyelash and eyebrow growth, making the user appear more feminine. The user hopes for similar results on scalp hair.

      community Time for that update again. After 4mos of fin/min/microneedling

      in Update  54 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is updating on their hair loss treatment progress after 4 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil spray, and weekly 1mm dermarolling. The crown area is slowly improving, with a smaller bald spot radius compared to the previous month.

      community Track hairline of Pelage executives

       39 upvotes 11 months ago
      Pelage executives' hairlines were discussed, with speculation about them using PP405 for hair regrowth. Concerns were raised about using untested drugs, with some suggesting executives might not risk using them without safety data.

      community Looking for feedback on my new regimen

       5 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss regimen involving finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and various supplements like biotin, omega-3, vitamin D3, zinc, and magnesium. The user also uses dermastamping and topicals like ketoconazole and diclofenac, with mixed opinions on zinc's effect on hair loss.

      community 60-Day check-in on Morr-F

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user reports positive progress in hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Morr-F, Folligen, and supplements, with no significant side effects. They note improvement in hair density and are documenting changes with weekly photos.