A 23-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil nightly, seeing new hair growth after two months. Others share experiences and advice, noting progress and potential shedding.
The user shared progress on hair regrowth after using 5% Minoxidil twice daily and microneedling 0.5mm a few times a week for 47 days. Other users noted visible improvement and regrowth of baby hair in the frontal temporal region.
Hair oils can cause severe allergic reactions, as seen in Jermel Brown's case, leading to significant health issues and legal action for damages. Users discussed concerns about various hair oils, including Mielle and Kiehl's, with some experiencing hair loss and others using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride to address damage.
OP has been using daily oral finasteride 1.25mg for 5 months with noticeable progress and no side effects. They chose this dosage by cutting 5mg pills into quarters due to cost.
A user shared their one-month progress using finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 5mg, biotin, zinc, iron, omega, and vitamins D and E. Other users noted good results but suggested only finasteride and minoxidil are necessary.
Onion juice helped with hair loss but was smelly and inconvenient. The user now uses dutasteride and minoxidil, finding them more effective and practical.
A user took finasteride for six months, then switched to dutasteride for a year, increasing the dosage over time, but hair shedding worsened. Replies suggest the issue is male pattern baldness and DHT-related.
User shared progress after 5 months of using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and weekly derma rolling. Positive feedback highlights increased hair count and thickness.
Scientists discovered a sugar gel, 2dDR-SA, that increased hair growth in mice. Users discussed its potential, comparing it to other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
User discusses using topical Minoxidil twice daily for 4 months, then switching to once daily with oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil. They also mention microneedling monthly and are unsure if oral Minoxidil is better than topical.
The conversation discusses using 1mg Dutasteride daily for hair loss and its effects on hair, acne, and body hair. One user mentions that shedding hair can be a positive sign of new hair growth.
A user shared progress pictures 12 months after a hair transplant and daily use of dutasteride. The conversation discusses the quality of comparison photos and the use of hair fibers.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments. The user considers using a foam with Saw palmetto, caffeine, and EGCG, but another user suggests just using finasteride.
A user shared progress pictures after one year of daily 0.5 mg Dutasteride for hair loss prevention and regrowth. Other users discussed the effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride and Minoxidil.
User is asking for progress on hair regrowth after 6 months of using oral finasteride and minoxidil tablets. Replies suggest good results and recommend using dutasteride instead of finasteride for severe hair loss.
A user shared their 3-year experience using finasteride for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They are now starting dutasteride and plan to update on progress in a year.
A user asked if taking a blood test 3 days after starting finasteride would affect the results for Estradiol, FSH, SHBG, Progesterone, and DHEA-S. The conversation is about the timing of blood tests after beginning finasteride treatment.
Microneedling does not prevent future hair transplants, but some surgeons report the skin becomes "harder" in treated areas. There is no clear evidence to confirm this effect.
Users discuss their preferred daily shampoos for hair loss, mentioning products like Nizoral, rosemary shampoo, caffeine shampoo, and biotin shampoo. Some also use shampoos containing minoxidil and ketoconazole.
The conversation discusses the use of Verteporfin in hair loss treatment. It suggests that Verteporfin could potentially regenerate hair follicles instead of forming scars, providing an unlimited donor supply for hair transplants.
User discusses using C60 serum with microneedling at 1.75mm and asks if it's safe. Current routine includes daily Pyril on temples, weekly microneedling, and C60 serum on non-Pyril days.
The efficacy of taking dutasteride, a medication used to treat hair loss, every other day instead of daily. It was suggested that taking 0.5mg daily for 3 months and then switching to 3 times per week would be effective. Finasteride was also discussed as an alternative treatment option.
OP is experiencing dandruff and is considering switching from climbazole to ketoconazole, with suggestions to use Nizoral and a routine involving ketoconazole, coconut oil, and lemon. OP is also using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, and there are discussions about various shampoos and treatments for dandruff.
A user using finasteride and dutasteride to treat hair loss, but still losing hair rapidly after stopping minoxidil. Replies suggest that the user should try oral minoxidil or switch to dutasteride for better results.
Pumpkin seed oil may increase hair count but not thickness, though its effectiveness is debated. Some suggest using topical finasteride or saw palmetto instead.
Verteporfin shows promise in donor hair regeneration after 84 days. Combining Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Pyrilutamide with unlimited hair transplants is seen as a potential near-cure for hair loss.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, mentioning Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It suggests that affordable genetic therapy could be the ultimate solution.
A user reported increased shedding and some side effects like ball ache and potential watery semen after taking 0.25mg of finasteride daily for two months, but noted a high sex drive and considered the shedding a possible sign of new hair growth. Other users discussed dosage differences, with some suggesting starting with a smaller dose and monitoring effects, while others shared their experiences with no shedding or hair growth yet.