community Brave soldier leading the army
User saw new hair growth after 2 months of treatment. Others shared similar experiences and joked about hair soldiers reclaiming lost territory.
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A user's hair loss journey and their results from 9 months of the treatments finasteride and minoxidil, as well as biotin supplementation. People discussed side effects, taking progress pictures, and providing support to other users on their own journeys.
community Can someone explain the science behind why Finasteride doesn't stop you from losing regrown hairs from minoxidil?
Finasteride prevents further hair loss by blocking DHT, while minoxidil stimulates hair growth by prolonging the active phase of hair follicles. Stopping minoxidil can lead to loss of regrown hair because finasteride does not address the same growth mechanism.
community MY 6 MONTH TRANSFORMATION PROGRESS
A 23-year-old male shared his 6-month hair transformation using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D, gym, cardio, and dermastamping. He reported significant hair maintenance and no side effects.
community Finasteride + 5% Minoxidil with Tretinoin - From December to Now
The conversation is about someone's progress with hair loss treatment using Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil with Tretinoin, showing improvement in just 4 months and expecting full hair recovery by the end of the year.
community I Have Found Peace. Goodbye Tressless.
Ginkdaripper has accepted going bald and shared their journey of using Minoxidil and Finasteride to help with hair loss, while emphasizing that there are more important things in life. They have also encouraged others to find their own path towards peace with their hair loss.
community "Unlimited" hair follicles for HT?
Hair loss discussion mentions Verterporfin for scar-free healing and hair follicle regeneration. Human study expected within 2 years.
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 Just shaved off my hair, and I absolutely hate it.
A user expressed distress over shaving their head due to hair loss before a job interview, feeling unattractive and depressed. Replies offered support, admiration for their bravery, and advice to embrace their new look with confidence.
community Friendly Reminder that Tressless is not an accurate representation of most people's experiences using medical treatment (Fin/Min/Dut)
Most people using finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride for hair loss experience maintenance or regrowth, but they often don't discuss it publicly. Online forums may not accurately represent the typical success rates, as satisfied users rarely share their positive outcomes.
community I just made 60x of 5mg minoxidil sugar cubes
A user created oral minoxidil sugar cubes due to lack of prescription access, leading to a humorous discussion about unconventional and potentially unsafe methods of using minoxidil. The conversation highlights the lengths people go to for hair growth.
community Minoxidil, microneedling and buying tretinoin from Germany
The conversation discusses using minoxidil with microneedling and considering tretinoin to enhance hair growth, especially for those who are weak responders to minoxidil. It also explores the potential of using tazarotene, a stronger retinoid, to boost minoxidil's effectiveness and addresses purchasing tretinoin from Germany.
community I bought 72 packages of Dutasteride
A user traveled to Turkey to buy 72 packages of Dutasteride for a year-long supply and successfully brought them back home. They plan to use 2.5mg of Dutasteride daily along with RU58841 for hair loss.
community I'm sorry I hate it, I cannot enjoy life like this.
A 22-year-old male is frustrated about being the only bald person in his social circle. He has tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride without success and is considering hair systems, transplants, or counseling.
community Should I Add Dermarolling to My Hair Regrowth Routine?
An 18-year-old using Minoxidil 2% for hair loss is considering adding dermarolling to their routine. Replies suggest adding finasteride, using a dermastamp, and microneedling, with positive experiences shared.
community Duta/Minoxidill/some microneedling
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair growth over 3.5 months using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and microneedling. They are pleased with the results but unsure how to style their growing hair.
community r/Tressless bros in a nutshell
The conversation discusses personal experiences with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and Finasteride, with some users regretting not starting treatment earlier and others experiencing side effects. Some users are considering or have switched to topical formulations due to side effects from oral medications.
community Hair Transplant @ Hairtran Clinic (3545 Grafts) (~$3600USD)
A user shared their positive hair transplant experience at Hairtran Clinic in Thailand, costing about $3600 for 3545 grafts, and mentioned being on oral finasteride and minoxidil for six months. Other users confirmed good results with the same clinic, noting it takes around six months to see significant improvement.
community Here are the results from my journey! I used saw palmetto tablets instead of Finasteride(I was afraid of using it), 5% Minoxidil spray and Derma Pen once a week 1.5mm.
The user shared their positive hair regrowth experience using saw palmetto tablets, 5% minoxidil spray, and a Derma Pen. The conversation debates the effectiveness of saw palmetto versus finasteride, with some advocating for natural treatments and others emphasizing the proven results of finasteride and minoxidil, often in combination with microneedling.
community Huge Group Buy is Now Live with New and Existing Treatments
A group buy for hair loss treatments including Harmine 19a, TM5614, Abiraterone Acetate, and others. A compound, BMS-202, that can potentially reverse gray hair is also mentioned.
community Quit Minoxidil, keep gains w/ Fin and Stemoxydine? | Self-experiment
A user experimenting with quitting using Minoxidil and replacing it with Finasteride and Stemoxydine in order to keep hair loss gains, but other users warning the original poster of potential shedding. Another user suggested phasing out Minoxidil and replacing it with Finasteride and microneedling instead.
community 5 years – Fin, Min, Microneedle and then HT
A user's experience of using Fin, Min and Microneedle treatments to help thicken their hair before undergoing a Hair Transplant (HT) procedure. The conversation also includes discussion about the results post-HT, including pictures.
community Another Creatine + Finasteride Experiment With Bloodwork
Experimenting with the effects of creatine and finasteride on DHT levels, as well as a discussion regarding the potential link between creatine supplementation and hair loss.
community Efficacy of Dut at 0.5mg VS 1mg VS 2.5mg
Higher doses of dutasteride, such as 2.5mg, are more effective at reducing scalp DHT than 0.5mg, but are costly and inconvenient. A 1mg dose is considered a more affordable and practical option, though its efficacy is uncertain.
community 18 Months Minoxidil 5% Before & After
The user used Minoxidil 5% for 18 months, seeing improved hair density but no change in the crown area. They are cautious about using Finasteride again due to past gynecomastia.
community If you gentlemen are balding like myself, I encourage you to try shaving.
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 Balding absolutely ruined my life at 17.
A user is struggling with hair loss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.
community lost my hair in a single year of treatment at 20 years old
A 20-year-old lost significant hair after one year of treatment, using minoxidil, finasteride, and later dutasteride. They are considering adding RU58841 but are advised to return to finasteride and minoxidil for a year before deciding.
community Just under a year progress (topical fin/min .3/6%)
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using topical finasteride and minoxidil, despite initial side effects. They are transitioning to oral finasteride and minoxidil for convenience and are optimistic about continued progress.
community When you're balding is it an absolute traumatic period of your life or do some people not care as much?
Balding can be traumatic for many, affecting self-esteem and social interactions, while others accept it more easily. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.