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      community 48 days of Fin, Min, and Dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  1742 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for hair loss for 2-3 years, and added 5% topical minoxidil and daily 1.5mm dermarolling to their routine 50 days ago, which resulted in significant hair growth. The user recommends dermarolling along with minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community I lost the fight against MPB at age 22 despite being on treatments.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hair loss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.

      community Oral Minoxidil Users In A Nutshell

      in Satire  1210 upvotes 2 years ago
      This conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. Users discussed the potential side effects of using these drugs, as well as their experiences with them.

      community Finasteride progress 0.25-0.5mg 11 months

      in Progress Pictures  378 upvotes 4 months ago
      User shared progress pictures showing significant hair improvement after using finasteride (0.25-0.5mg daily) for 11 months. Other treatments like microneedling, ketoconazole, and scalp massage were mentioned but not used consistently.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  441 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community Both success and failure. 10 month minoxidil and 8 month finasteride

      in Treatment  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using minoxidil at night and finasteride daily for several months, experiencing initial hair growth but later regression and thinning. They're considering switching to dutasteride and seeking advice on the cause of their hair loss and potential treatments.

      community started RU58841 today and am panicing

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user started using RU58841 for hair loss and experienced anxiety and physical discomfort. Other users suggested avoiding the treatment due to similar side effects and recommended alternative treatments like pyri.

      community Treatment does not seem to be working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male has been treating hair loss for over three years with various methods including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments, but continues to experience hair thinning. Despite trying multiple treatments and consulting with dermatologists and hair surgeons, the individual is frustrated with the ongoing hair loss and lack of progress.

      community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

      in Treatment  84 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.

      community what are the best multivitamins for hairloss?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  53 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses which vitamins to take alongside 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including a multivitamin, iron, zinc, B12, vitamin D, Nutrafol, collagen, vitamin C, saw palmetto, and magnesium. Nutrafol is noted for its benefits but also criticized for containing too much biotin.

      community I am having Success with RU58841 and 1mm Derma Roller

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported success with RU58841 and a 1mm derma roller for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in hair density and reduced scalp visibility. They also mentioned using minoxidil and black castor oil in the past, with mixed results.

      community 21, female, diagnosed with MPB. What do I do?

      in Female  15 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hair loss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.

      community 22 | ~34 Months Finasteride Update

      in Progress Pictures  818 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their 34-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, noting they maintained regrowth even after stopping minoxidil a year ago. Other users shared similar experiences and expressed admiration for the results.

      community No gains after 4 years of min and fin

      in Progress Pictures  92 upvotes 4 months ago
      User has seen no improvement after 4 years of using minoxidil and finasteride, and recently started dutasteride. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.

      community Topical is superior to oral in terms of results (my theory)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  61 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with some users combining them with oral treatments. Users share their experiences and opinions on effectiveness, cost, and convenience, with mixed views on whether topical or oral applications are superior.

      community 6 months on biotin + minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  355 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared a 6-month progress picture showing improvement in hair loss using biotin and minoxidil. They also mentioned dealing with stress, diet issues, and seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Dont fucking wait to start finasteride!

      in Chat  372 upvotes 3 years ago
      User baldwarrior85 regrets not starting finasteride earlier to prevent hair loss. Others share their experiences, with some having side effects and others seeing positive results from the treatment.

      community Very reluctantly starting Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.

      community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids

      in Research/Science  230 upvotes 4 months ago
      Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.