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      community 5 months on Finasteride 0.25mg daily – my thoughts and experiences.

      in Update  59 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 37-year-old person taking 0.25mg of Finasteride daily to treat hair loss, with the goal of saving existing hair rather than regrowing it, who experienced an expected dramatic shed and subsequent improvement in their hair noticeably after 3 months. A 38 year old had a similar experience with the same timeline and result.

      community Something I wish I knew about hairloss 10 years ago

      in Treatment  103 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair transplants can initially yield good results, but native hair is more reliable, and transplanted hair may still be lost over time. Early intervention with treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil is recommended, but it's important to start with lower doses and manage expectations realistically.

      community Fin non responders, did Dut ever work? Please share!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some users finding no improvement and experiencing side effects. It also mentions the use of RU58841 and topical minoxidil, highlighting that hair sensitivity to DHT varies among individuals.

      community I Think it is Over for me Bros. I'm Cooked.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  49 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 24-year-old user tried finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss but saw no improvement and was advised by their dermatologist to accept baldness. Other users suggested alternative treatments like RU58841, pyrilutamide, microneedling, and checking for underlying conditions or lifestyle factors.

      community 6 months of min 2x a day + .25mg fin 1x a day

      in Progress Pictures  252 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 6 months of using minoxidil twice daily and 0.25mg finasteride once daily for hair loss. The conversation includes comments on the user's posture in the photos and slight improvements in hair fullness.

      community Bare minimum gains after using 1mg fin and 5% minoxidil

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily for 10 months and minoxidil once a day for 7 months to treat hair loss, but has seen minimal improvement. They recently started applying 0.05% tretinoin before minoxidil and incorporated dutasteride twice a week into their regimen.

      community Stop wasting time – start fin + min ASAP!

      in Chat 2 years ago
      A user's experience with treating hair loss using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as advice from other users that they should try finasteride alone first before committing to minoxidil.

      community Topical melatonin/oral

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential positive effects of melatonin on hair growth. The original poster plans to try both oral and topical melatonin and is seeking recommendations for a good source.

      community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair

      in Progress Pictures  492 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.

      community No Visual Change But I Feel Like My Hair is Stronger

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 3 days ago
      The user feels their hair is stronger despite no visual change after using Finasteride for 9 months and Minoxidil for 7 months, and plans to add microneedling. Other users share similar experiences, suggesting combinations like Finasteride with Dutasteride and Minoxidil with Tretinoin for better results.

      community Progress? Aug ‘24 vs Dec ‘24..

      in Is this regrowth?  233 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth using a Hims minoxidil and finasteride topical solution. Many commenters noted significant progress and congratulated the user.

      community 4 months min/fin progress. Hopeful

      in Progress Pictures  270 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 19-year-old reports positive hair regrowth using oral minoxidil and finasteride, with no side effects. The conversation includes advice on consulting a dermatologist and exploring alternative treatments.

      community 20 months Finasteride, Minoxidil and Microneedling.

      in Progress Pictures  1264 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses impressive hair regrowth results using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling over 20 months. Some users suspect a hair transplant or hair system, while others inquire about specific product details and side effects.

      community Tressless users finding the Scroll of Truth

      in Satire  131 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of finasteride and dutasteride, with some users debating the effectiveness and cost of different dosages. Some users mention using topical minoxidil and express concerns about side effects and availability of higher doses.

      community stemoxydine - how much to actually use?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses using stemoxydine for hair loss, with OP considering using 1.5 ml daily despite the recommended 6 ml. Some users doubt its effectiveness, while others report positive experiences using similar amounts.

      community Those who experienced a big shed and stuck to their routine long term (1yr+) - Did a big shed truly mean you got good results down the line?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, and the experience of shedding hair as a potential sign of treatment effectiveness. Some users report positive results after initial shedding, while others express concerns about long-term hair loss and the effectiveness of treatments.

      community Recently had a Doctor appointment this week

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 3 months ago
      OP had a doctor appointment, was advised to try B vitamins and change shampoo for hair loss, and may consider Finasteride if no improvement. Users suggest seeing a dermatologist directly, as vitamins likely won't help much with AGA.

      community 11 Years into Hair loss battle: ALMOST LOST

      in Update  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user shared their 11-year journey battling hair loss, highlighting the importance of consistent treatment and avoiding common mistakes. Treatments included minoxidil, finasteride, derma rolling, ketoconazole, multivitamins, and a hair transplant.

      community 3 months progress - fin / min.

      in Progress Pictures  109 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily and applying topical minoxidil once daily, noting no side effects and darker hair. Another user praised the progress, anticipating even better results at the 6-month mark.

      community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

      in Update  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.