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      community I think I might have cured my hairloss

       17 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user experienced severe dandruff and hair loss, trying various treatments including oils, vitamins, and minoxidil. They found success by simply dampening their scalp with water twice a day, which improved their hair's appearance and eliminated psoriasis.

      community I just made 60x of 5mg minoxidil sugar cubes

      in Minoxidil  1319 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      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, RU58841, CB-03-01, WAY-316606, and derma stamping.

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user is using Minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, WAY-316606, Ketoconazole, MK-677, and derma stamping to treat hair loss and has noticed new hair growth, especially around the temples and hairline. They apply different treatments at various times of the day and have seen improvements in skin condition and body hair texture.

      community Progress from August to November

      in Progress Pictures  965 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth progress from using Minoxidil 5% and Finasteride 2.5 mg since August 2024, reporting no side effects. They cut 5mg Finasteride pills in half and take them every other day, and recommend consulting a dermatologist for personalized advice.

      community Second shed, non-stop flaking, itching

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing a second hair shedding phase and increased flaking and itching while using minoxidil 5% nightly and microneedling every two weeks, with needle length increasing over time. Other users suggest the hair loss may continue without the use of finasteride.

      community 9 months on fin and oral minoxidil (26M)

      in Progress Pictures  2328 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after 9 months of using 1mg finasteride daily and 2.5mg oral minoxidil every other day, with no side effects. Other users expressed various reactions, from skepticism to hope, and discussed their own experiences with similar treatments.

      community 4 month progress (23M) on the Big 3. [NW7 when I started, I think]

      in Progress Pictures  164 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 23-year-old man shared his 4-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil with finasteride topical twice a day, multivitamins, microneedling, head massages, and ketoconazole shampoo. He's unsure of his current Norwood scale classification and is asking for help to determine it, with suggestions ranging from NW4 to NW4.5.

      community Almost 8 months. 40 years old. Owe it all to this sub.

      in Progress Pictures  815 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 40-year-old man successfully regrew his hair in 8 months using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5 oral minoxidil, minoxidil foam twice a day, derma rolling/stamping twice a week, and retinol serum. The community praised his progress, asked about his routine, and shared their own experiences.

      community I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP

      in Research/Science  548 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hair loss.

      community Had my 6 month checkup today and saw better results than I thought. More full up top and my facial hair has also gotten fuller as well

      in Progress Pictures  285 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who has seen results of hair regrowth after 6 months of using finasteride 1.25mg daily, and topical foam minoxidil twice a day for 3 months before switching to once a day; other users have advised against increasing the dose of finasteride due to lack of additional scalp DHT reduction and increased risk of side effects.

      community 10 month update! Fin/min/dermaroller/niz

       444 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 10 month update on the effectiveness of a hair loss treatment regimen involving minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling and nizoral. Questions were asked about using minoxidil alone, dermaroller length, age, and when results were seen.

      community 8 months Finasteride Progress (pictures in comments)

      in Finasteride  67 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user reports 8 months of hair growth progress using 1mg Finasteride daily, 5k biotin daily, Nizoral 1% biweekly, a multivitamin daily, and Vitamin D 2000IU daily, with pictures provided for reference. Commenters discuss the improved thickness and length of the hair, with some suggesting a buzz cut for better comparison, which the user declines.

      community The no BS guide to saving your hair without finasteride (improvement in 90% of patients in the study) with a low side effect profile or improvement in 100% of patients but a higher side effect profile and increased dosage. The future is here?

      in Minoxidil  92 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil in combination with micro-needling. Oral minoxidil has been found to improve hair density in 90% of patients with a low side effect profile, but using 5mg per day can result in higher side effects including hypertrichosis and edema. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and RU58841.

      community 3 months progress on fin and min + micro needling (19m)

      in Progress Pictures  762 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old male shared his 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, with noticeable improvement. He uses 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice a day after day 80, and microneedles with a 1.5mm derma stamp every 1-2 weeks.

      community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use

      in Minoxidil  136 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.

      community I think we all hop on estrogen. It's the only angle

      in Satire  83 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and topical 17 alpha estradiol, with some users joking about transitioning to female to avoid baldness. The overall tone is satirical, emphasizing self-acceptance and the lengths people might consider for hair restoration.

      community Fin/Min 3 Months Progress (Wet)

      in Progress Pictures 1 year ago
      3 months of progress with Finasteride and Minoxidil treatment for hair loss, as well as Nutrafol vitamins and low-level light therapy. The user experienced no problems and had a satisfied girlfriend to boot!

      community 2 and A Half Months on Fin + Min

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  237 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using 1 mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil inconsistently for 2.5 months and is satisfied with the progress. Other users commented on the progress, with some suggesting oral minoxidil as a more convenient option.

      community 16 months of Fin (M47). 1mg 3x per week.

      in Progress Pictures  156 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 48-year-old man shared his 16-month hair regrowth journey using finasteride 1mg three times a week, noting some regrowth and emphasizing patience. He chose not to use it daily to minimize side effects, and while some users debate the effectiveness, he confirms maintenance and possibly some regrowth.

      community Microneedling - 6 months and no results. Any advice?

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling for 6 months with minoxidil showed no improvements in hair growth. User seeks advice on other treatments or whether to continue microneedling; current stack includes finasteride, eucapil, and minoxidil with tretinoin.

      community Is this good improvement? 3-4 months in

      in Is this regrowth?  479 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced increased hair density and thickness after 3-4 months using finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamping, ketoconazole, and biotin. They apply minoxidil right after dermastamping without any side effects or shedding.

      community 2 1/2 years progress on fin/min/dermarolling mostly

      in Progress Pictures  44 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their 2 1/2 years of progress treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, noting a slight improvement from RU58841 and a recent addition of oral minoxidil. They varied their finasteride dosage, used both topical and oral minoxidil, and saw better results with short hair, hoping for further improvement.

      community Anything you use without scientific backing, just trusting your gut?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using peppermint oil for hair loss, with one user applying it undiluted to the scalp and another combining it with finasteride and microneedling. Some believe in its effectiveness despite limited scientific evidence, and also mention rosemary oil as potentially beneficial.