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      community 1mg of finasteride/2 sessions of Kenalog injections/ Clobetasol (4 months into treatment)

       5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is undergoing treatment for hair loss using finasteride, Kenalog injections, and Clobetasol, along with vitamin D and collagen supplements. They are considering additional treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, and there is discussion about whether the hair loss is due to stress, alopecia areata, or a scarring condition like lichen planopilaris.

      community Oral 1mg Finesteride 2mg Minoxidil

       485 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2mg minoxidil daily, along with Nizoral shampoo and rosemary oil. They are curious about further improving hair density and whether increasing the minoxidil dose would help.

      community Why are we using 1.5mm for microneedling? Evidence says we don't need to.

       39 upvotes 4 months ago
      Shorter microneedle lengths, like 0.5mm, may be more effective and safer for hair regrowth than longer ones, such as 1.5mm, which can cause more pain and risk. Users report success with various regimens, including minoxidil, finasteride, and other topicals, alongside microneedling.

      community 21 male. Using minoxidil for 2 months twice daily it's worsening hairloss.

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 21-year-old male using minoxidil and finasteride for two months is experiencing increased hair loss, which is considered normal and part of the shedding process. Users advise continuing treatment, as results typically appear after 6 months to a year, and suggest adding vitamins, microneedling, or considering dutasteride for aggressive hair loss.

      community 7.5 Months on Min + Fin — Progress Pics + Questions (Crown, Temples, Folliculitis)

       79 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 7.5 months to address hair thinning, particularly at the crown and temples, and is considering additional treatments like tretinoin and dermastamping despite having chronic scalp folliculitis. They are experiencing progress but are concerned about side effects and the effectiveness of treatments on temple regrowth.

      community Progress with Oral Fin/Min Aug 2025-Now

       159 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user shared their hair regrowth journey using oral finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins, along with microneedling. They experienced some side effects but reported significant progress and improvement in hair appearance.

      community Is this the maximum I can do for my hair without risking my manhood?

       17 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 23-year-old is using 2.5 mg dutasteride, 5 mg oral minoxidil, RU58841, a laser cap, and PRF injections for hair loss. They are hesitant about microneedling due to concerns about RU58841 absorption and are considering other treatments.

      community ~6 years of progress. It's a marathon, not a sprint!

       1998 upvotes 6 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved over six years using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and daily 0.25mm dermarolling. Finasteride had the most significant impact, with no reported side effects.

      community Day 155 of 5mg oral minoxidil + 0,5mg oral dutasteride daily

      in Progress Pictures  103 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared progress on hair regrowth using 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg oral dutasteride daily, noting small hair growth and no significant side effects except bushier eyebrows. The conversation includes encouragement, personal experiences with hair loss treatments, and discussions on the effectiveness of microneedling.

      community I have a theory about hair loss

      in Treatment 7 months ago
      Hair loss is often linked to inflammation and DHT, with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil being effective for many. Natural remedies like turmeric and oils are discussed, but medications are generally seen as more reliable for managing genetic hair loss.

      community Dut/min gave me hope. What do you guys think?

       55 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 36-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and keto shampoo, and plans a hair transplant for further improvement. Despite progress, they seek hairline restoration and have scheduled a transplant of 3,000 grafts.

      community 4.5 month of oral min+finasteride

       78 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced thicker hair after 4.5 months using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, biotin, magnesium, zinc, vitamin D, iodine, and head massages. They also noticed improved muscle gains at the gym, possibly linked to finasteride.

      community finastride and minxidil have changed my life

      in Progress Pictures  98 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil daily, showing significant improvement in hair density over six months. The conversation includes supportive comments and questions about the treatment details, such as whether finasteride was taken orally or topically and if microneedling was used.

      community 3,5 months of only topical minoxidil

       776 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 24-year-old reported new hair growth on temples after 3.5 months of using topical minoxidil without shedding. They plan to add finasteride to maintain progress, as minoxidil alone may not be enough long-term.

      community People who don’t microneedle, why?

       146 upvotes 11 months ago
      Microneedling is often combined with minoxidil for hair growth, but concerns about scalp damage, pain, and effectiveness deter some users. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, tretinoin, and laser treatments are preferred by others.

      community Tretinoin and Minoxidil effectiveness

       8 upvotes 11 months ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil absorption, potentially improving hair regrowth when combined with microneedling. Users discuss various treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and microneedling, with mixed results and concerns about side effects and scarring.

      community Hey med experts explain this please??

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride, dutasteride, saw palmetto, caffeine, spironolactone, acetyltetrapeptides, tea tree oil, hydrocortisone, zinc pyrithione, latanoprost, melatonin, marine protein supplements, PRP, microneedling, and valproate are discussed as treatments for hair loss. DHT reduction and inflammation control are key strategies.

      community The beginners Minoxidil Protocol

      in Minoxidil  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      A straightforward hair loss treatment involves using Minoxidil twice daily, microneedling weekly, and using silicone-free shampoo. Shaving the head can simplify the routine, and consistency is crucial for effectiveness.

      community Progress - September 2024 -> July 2025

       267 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil 5% twice a day, and microneedling 3-4 times a week. They reported no side effects from finasteride and are pleased with the results, feeling more confident and maintaining a new hair baseline.

      community My 4 month Progress on finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  345 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using finasteride, with suggestions to add minoxidil and microneedling for better results. The user experienced noticeable improvement and plans to consider a hair transplant.

      community Just hit my 8 month mark on finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      After 8 months on finasteride, the user experiences increased hair shedding and thinning, despite also using minoxidil and microneedling. They consider switching to dutasteride but decide to continue the current regimen for a year before reassessing.

      community Excessive hair growth from Minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  434 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil foam and oral finasteride resulted in significant hair regrowth, especially on the hairline, with no side effects from finasteride. The user applied Rogaine 5% for minoxidil.

      community 24 topical min 2x a day and fin 1mg results + microneedling

       301 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared positive results from using Minoxidil twice daily, Finasteride 1mg, and microneedling for hair loss, noting improved hair density and mental health. They emphasized the importance of consistency and patience, mentioning initial shedding phases but no significant side effects.

      community Old guy, new tricks. 3 months progress

       713 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 45-year-old male achieved significant hair regrowth in three months using topical finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, biotin, and cod liver oil. He credits this regimen for his success and clarifies he did not have a hair transplant.