A user shared progress pictures one year after a hair transplant with 2,000 grafts on the crown area. They use topical minoxidil and finasteride daily, along with biotin supplements.
A man in his early 30s noticing hair thinning, mainly on the crown of his head. He's been using 1mg oral finasteride and keto shampoo daily for 4 months, with noticeable improvement and no side effects.
FalseHour6541's two-year experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride, resulting in good density on their crown; other users suggested a hair transplant to help reduce the receding hairline.
The user started oral finasteride to improve hair regrowth, especially in the crown area, after only seeing some maintenance and regrowth with a regimen of micro-needling, topical Dutasteride, and Rogaine. They were initially concerned about side effects but decided to proceed after research and consultations.
A user shared their 3-month hair loss progress using finasteride, minoxidil, low-level light therapy, pumpkin seed oil, and rosemary oil. The user saw a reduction in balding crown size but couldn't determine which treatment was most effective.
A female user is experiencing severe hair loss, especially at the crown and front, with broken and dull hair despite using Moroccan oil, shea moisture shampoo, and coconut oil. She seeks recommendations for a clinic or doctor as previous doctors attributed the issue to stress but offered no solutions.
A mid-30s individual is experiencing hair loss at the front and temples but not the crown, and is seeking affordable treatments. They have ordered pumpkin seed oil capsules due to cost and side effects concerns with official treatments.
A user underwent a 3750 graft hair transplant in Turkey, initially promised 4500 grafts, and is satisfied with the results despite some concerns about donor site size and crown coverage. The user has been on medications like finasteride and minoxidil for about four months and may consider a second transplant in the future.
The user has been using Essengen 6+ (a mix of low-dose topical finasteride and minoxidil) for three months, seeing positive results, especially on the crown area. They also use Nizoral for dandruff and dermaroll weekly.
A 19-year-old trans man has been using Finasteride 1mg for a little over two months and is concerned about worsening hair loss, noting a fuzzy and soft hairline and crown. The user is upset as the hair loss appears worse than before starting the treatment.
The user shared progress after six months using a topical mix of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, reporting significant hair regrowth with minimal side effects. The product used is a spray from Hims, applied to the crown before bed.
The post discusses hair growth progress after using oral minoxidil and oral finasteride for four months, following a hair transplant. The user notes improved hair thickness, particularly in the mid scalp and crown areas.
The user has been taking 1 mg of finasteride daily for four months and is questioning if they are experiencing hair regrowth, as suggested by their barber. Another user suggests taking better photos to assess the crown area more clearly.
The user reports using finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a dermaroller for hair loss. They notice more hair growth, but doubt full regrowth on the crown.
Diffuse thinning can result in varied regrowth, with some users experiencing better results at the hairline and others at the crown. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil (oral and topical), RU58841, microneedling, and dermarolling.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for nearly four months, along with derma rolling and Nizoral, and is seeing noticeable hair regrowth and thickening, especially around the temples and crown. They are considering continuing the treatment and possibly trying oral finasteride, but are cautious due to a history of depression.
A 44-year-old male is using topical minoxidil twice daily and experimenting with topical and oral melatonin for hair regrowth. A user noticed increased density on the crown and mid scalp.
A user shared their 7-month progress using oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and recently started finasteride (1mg) daily, reporting significant hair improvement without side effects. They noticed thicker beard growth and some hair thickening at the crown, with no shedding phase yet.
Getting a hair transplant without using finasteride or dutasteride for at least two years can waste donor hair, as these medications can lead to significant hair regrowth in areas like the crown and mid-scalp. Delaying a transplant allows for better results by maximizing natural regrowth and preserving donor hair for more needed areas.
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.
The user has been using a daily capsule containing 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil for 11 months, with noticeable regrowth on the crown but minimal improvement on the hairline. They experienced no significant side effects and plan to continue the treatment long-term.
A 29-year-old man used oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hair loss, seeing significant regrowth, especially in the crown area, but plans a hair transplant for the temples. Users suggest waiting longer before a hair transplant and trying additional treatments like microneedling and topical Minoxidil.
The user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and tretinoin. They experienced significant improvement, especially in the crown and temple areas.
The user recently went bald and plans to stop taking finasteride, questioning its impact on beard and eyebrow density. Responses suggest he looks good both bald and with thinning hair, with some recommending minoxidil for the crown and noting finasteride's effect on beard thickness.
A user shared their 4.5-month progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, noting some perceived improvement in the crown area. Other users encouraged them to continue the treatment.
A user shared their 3-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, dermaroller, coconut oil, and rosemary oil for hair loss. They reported improvements in their hairline and crown.
LeBron James likely uses hair transplants and possibly hair fibers or sprays to maintain his hairline, but his crown remains problematic. Despite his wealth, he hasn't fully resolved his hair loss, leading to speculation about his treatments and choices.
User reports 12 months of using Mexican finasteride (Novaride), minoxidil spray, and ketoconazole shampoo with significant crown improvement and slight frontal hairline improvement. No current side effects; plans to continue treatment for further gains.
A user shared their positive experience with finasteride and a 1000 FUE hair transplant for the frontal region, noting significant improvement in the crown area with medication alone. They emphasized patience with finasteride, as results vary from person to person.
A user is considering starting finasteride after quitting minoxidil due to scalp inflammation, despite ongoing hair shedding and a worsening crown area. Another user suggests taking finasteride in the morning to minimize focus on potential side effects like slightly decreased libido.