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GlossaryBody Contouring (Body Shaping)

reshaping body through medical or surgical procedures

Body Contouring, also known as Body Sculpting or Body Shaping, refers to a range of medical or surgical procedures aimed at reshaping and improving the appearance of the body. These procedures can include liposuction, tummy tucks, and non-invasive treatments like CoolSculpting, which target and remove excess fat, tighten skin, and contour specific areas to achieve a more defined and aesthetically pleasing body shape.

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community Depressed that topical dut+min is causing unwanted hair everywhere on my face. Is there anything can I do?

in Minoxidil 21 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a user experiencing excessive hair growth on their body due to using topical minoxidil and dutasteride. The suggested solutions are shaving off the excess hair or considering laser epilation. It is mentioned that dutasteride does not cause extra hair growth, while minoxidil can stimulate hair growth in unintended areas. The user is advised to lower the dosage, concentration, or frequency of use and only apply the treatment to the desired areas.

community I’ve been shaving my head for 15 years. Is there anything out there that can truly regrow hair?

in Hair Systems 1 year ago

A user who has been shaving his head for 15 years looking for potential treatments to regrow hair; the replies range from advice to try out medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, to suggestions of changing up his look with facial hair or hobbies.

community 26, i was cool w shaving bald but I wanted to hold on for a little longer. Just topical min and rosemary shampoo.

in Progress Pictures 688 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about a user's successful regrowth of hair using topical minoxidil and rosemary shampoo. Other users discuss the potential limitations of minoxidil and recommend using finasteride to maintain hair growth.

community If people technically have hair follicles all over their body with baby hairs, why is regrowing hair so difficult to do?

in Chat 8 upvotes 5 months ago

Hair loss treatments are difficult because hair follicles react differently to hormones and have varying growth cycles. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community If you gentlemen are balding like myself, I encourage you to try shaving.

in Shaved/buzzed 1599 upvotes 2 months ago

A user encouraged others experiencing hair loss to try shaving their heads, sharing their own positive experience despite briefly using finasteride and natural methods. Responses were mixed, with some supporting the decision and others suggesting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while many commented on the appearance changes.

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.

in Shaved/buzzed 478 upvotes 3 years ago

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 “Just shave it” is bullshit

137 upvotes 5 years ago

Accepting hair loss and not taking drastic measures like shaving your head if you are only mildly balding, and encouraging people to fight it with treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral and microneedling. Additionally, it discusses the importance of being realistic when trying to restore hair and addressing the misconception that one must look a certain way in order to be attractive.

community Theory And Observation: Why Being Bald Can Really Work

in Shaved/buzzed 88 upvotes 9 months ago

The original poster believes shaving his head made him more attractive to a specific group of women, despite being less attractive overall. The conversation includes various opinions on attractiveness, with some agreeing that being bald can work for certain men, while others suggest maintaining hair is generally more appealing.

community Maybe oral min was not that good of an idea for someone this naturally hairy

in Satire 413 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses increased body hair after using oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Others share experiences and debate benefits of being hairy versus bald.

community One+ year 1mg Fin, Ketoconazole, and 3.75 Oral Min. I have DUPA. Switched from Topical to Oral Min.

in Progress Pictures 142 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.

community 3 month 1mg finasteride 2.5mg oral minoxidil progress

in Progress Pictures 134 upvotes 1 month ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, improving from NW5-6 to NW3-4 in three months. They plan to get a hair transplant in February and reported no side effects except increased body hair growth.

community 11.Nov to 1.Apr progress. Oral

in Progress Pictures 249 upvotes 8 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using a homemade oral solution of 1 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil. Commenters noted significant improvement and increased body hair.

community Hair treatment with topical kirkland minoxidil, 1 capsule of 1000mg pumpkin seed oil, 2 tablespoons of coconut oil daily

in Treatment 178 upvotes 2 years ago

. This conversation was about hair loss treatments, with suggestions ranging from topical minoxidil and coconut oil to finasteride and microneedling. Several users suggested shaving off the remaining hair as a last resort.

community Hairloss is mentally exhausting

in Chat 25 upvotes 4 years ago

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 What’s the most effective way to beat Serb Derm?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 3 months ago

OP struggles with scalp flakes causing hair loss and has tried Selsun Blue, Ketoconazole, and ZPT Shampoo without success. Suggestions include using salicylic acid shampoo, shaving the head, using Nizoral, and combining treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community Should I stop or is this normal?

in Treatment 5 upvotes 4 months ago

Increased hair fall after starting minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin is normal. Hair may grow faster, and shaving your head is fine while on these medications.

community Diffuse thinning fucking sucks

in Update 430 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.

community Thinking about starting Fin for receding hairline. 5 year old male

in Satire 820 upvotes 1 year ago

A 5-year-old male considering using finasteride to prevent receding hairline, with suggestions ranging from topical minoxidil and estrogen treatments to hair transplantation and shaving.

community Topical Minoxidil is a pain in the ass for diffuse thinners

in Minoxidil 95 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical minoxidil being a difficult product to apply, with users considering finasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil as alternative treatments for diffuse thinning hair. Other advice includes shaving the head in the first 3 months of using minoxidil and finding ways to apply it without saturating the hair.

community There are two philosophies here...choose what makes you feel best.

51 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss approaches: 1) using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, vitamins, and transplants, or 2) accepting hair loss, trying minimal treatments, and shaving head. Users share experiences and preferences between options.

community Embraced baldness. Time to leave this subreddit

in Chat 876 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their positive experience of embracing baldness after years of trying treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. They found happiness and confidence by shaving their head, despite some social challenges, and encouraged others to focus on their attitude and seek therapy if needed.

community Coming up to 4 months of minoxidil only 2 weeks of fin

in Progress Pictures 308 upvotes 11 months ago

A user experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil for four months and recently started finasteride. Suggestions include continuing treatment, possibly shaving for a better look, and adding microneedling to enhance results.

community Dutasteride .5 daily, RU 100mg once a day, 15 mg oral min a day 6 month progress

in Progress Pictures 124 upvotes 1 year ago

The user shared their 6-month progress using Dutasteride .5 daily, RU 100mg once a day, and 15 mg oral Minoxidil for hair loss. They reported visible results, no side effects, and increased body hair, despite concerns from others about the high dosage and potential health risks.

community 4 month update, fin + min + micro-needling

in Progress Pictures 230 upvotes 1 year ago

User shares 4-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss. Others discuss body hair, hair transplant possibilities, and user's treatment response.

community Update on hair, will be posting monthly! Nov 8 – Jan 14

in Progress Pictures 334 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's progress with treating their hair loss, including using finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, dermapenning twice weekly and ket 2% shampoo two to three times per week. Other users offered advice such as not derma penning too often or shaving the area bald for a couple of months.

community Started minoxidill 2 weeks ago. The shed is real! But have some small hairs comming out all over

in Minoxidil 422 upvotes 2 years ago

This conversation is about a user who has been using Minoxidil to treat hair loss for two weeks, and experienced an intense shed. The replies offer advice on how to manage their shedding, such as shaving their head or using Finasteride, and encouragement that the results will be worth it in the end.

community 3 months progress Fin 0.5mg/day, 1x minox 5%, keto shampoo every 3 days and microneedling 1.5mm a week

in Progress Pictures 135 upvotes 3 years ago

User reports 3-month progress using Fin 0.5mg/day, 1x minox 5%, keto shampoo every 3 days, and microneedling 1.5mm a week. Others suggest shaving sides or trying shaved head look, while some discuss side effects and dosages.

community Took the plunge last night and I finally met myself! 24 y.o Female pattern hair loss. Hated living with the insecurity for years and finally did it! Posting my whole face cause I’m so fckn happy y’all! Hope to inspire anyone who needs it. Love.

in Shaved/buzzed 1360 upvotes 3 years ago

User "kingkaurr" shaved head due to female pattern hair loss and feels happy and confident. Others compliment her look and discuss how head shaving is perceived differently for men and women.

community 4 month Finasteride and 3 month Minoxidil Results

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1400 upvotes 3 years ago

A user's success in treating his diffuse and crown hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil; other users sharing their experiences, both successful and unsuccessful, and the importance of research and listening to one's body when deciding on treatments.

community It’s crazy how it’s 2018 and the only hair loss treatments we have feature undesirable side effects and/or aren’t even effective for many people.

136 upvotes 6 years ago

Hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, dermarolling, finasteride, dutasteride, hair transplants, hair systems, and shaving the head. The conversation covers various opinions on these treatments and mentions possible side effects as well as alternatives like wigs, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. The post expresses disappointment that there has been no major breakthrough in the field of hair loss treatments despite decades of research.