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      community What's an anecdotal treatment you nevertheless swear by?

      in Product  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      Stemoxydine is highly recommended for hair loss, preferred over Minoxidil due to fewer side effects and dependency. The user also uses finasteride, Pur'ador shampoo, and suggests cold showers and spicy food as part of their routine.

      community 7 month hairline recovery (jul - feb)

      in Progress Pictures  174 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user shared their 7-month hairline recovery using 1 mg finasteride and 5 mg minoxidil daily. They experienced significant hair growth, including unwanted facial hair, and discussed potential side effects and dosage adjustments with others.

      community 5 month progress Fin 1mg and topical min 5%

      in Progress Pictures  997 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user reported impressive hair regrowth after 5 months using finasteride 1mg daily, topical minoxidil 5% twice a day, and microneedling. They initially experienced shedding but now have minimal hair loss and no sexual side effects.

      community Started Finasteride almost three months ago and I'm upset

      in Update  153 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.

      community 11 months on 5mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  980 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's 11-month progress using 5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss. The user reported significant hair regrowth, including on the beard and eyebrows, and experienced minor side effects like headaches and increased body hair.

      community Is ketoconazole shampoo bullshit?

      in Ketoconazole  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. The conclusion is that ketoconazole shampoo can help with dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, but it is not a strong enough treatment to stop or regrow hair. It is recommended to use it as an adjunct treatment along with finasteride or dutasteride.

      community Hair Tattoo as a substitue to hair transplant

      in Transplants  517 upvotes 2 years ago
      A hair tattoo substitute for a hair transplant, which many people felt was not a good idea. Several treatments were suggested as alternatives, such as Scalp Micro Pigmentation (SMP) and wigs.

      community “Guys, am I norwood 3? Should I take fin?”

      in Satire  446 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss, and treatments such as finasteride and oral minoxidil being discussed. Some people shared stories of their personal experiences while others gave humorous replies.

      community Redensyl Megathread !!!!

       44 upvotes 5 years ago
      Redensyl, which is a topical alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss. It may have advantages such as not making the hair greasy and lasting longer after discontinuing use than minoxidil. There are some positive reports from users, but also some negative ones, so it's unclear how effective this treatment will be in comparison to Minoxidil and other treatments like Finasteride or RU58841.

      community Retin-a (tretinoin) increase effect of minox

      in Minoxidil  27 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses how applying topical tretinoin for 5 days can convert 43% of individuals who initially do not respond to minoxidil into responders, enhancing the effect of minoxidil on hair growth. Specific treatments mentioned are minoxidil and tretinoin.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

      in Treatment  47 upvotes 3 months ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

      community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

      in Minoxidil  173 upvotes 4 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

      community I was on 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  468 upvotes 7 months ago
      User took 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, saw hair growth but stopped due to excessive body hair. Recently started finasteride and plans to update progress.

      community Sucess story for you guys, pics are 10+ years apart.

      in Progress Pictures  311 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a success story showing hair regrowth over 10 years, attributing it to quitting creatine and taking 0.5mg finasteride. Some commenters were skeptical about creatine's impact, while others inquired about side effects, and the original poster reported no negative effects from finasteride.

      community How possible is temple regrowth really?

      in Minoxidil  48 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person started using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to regrow hair at the temples and is asking if it's possible. Some users report temple regrowth is possible with these treatments, while others find it challenging, and advise consistency and patience with treatment.

      community Hypertrichosis Photos from Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  266 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience with oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, taking 7.5mg of minoxidil and experiencing excessive hair growth all over their body without major side effects. Some users suggested lower doses for safety, while others shared their own experiences with hair growth in different areas and side effects.

      community 1 year on Finasteride, 2 months on derma rolling and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on Finasteride for over a year and recently added minoxidil and derma rolling to their regimen, experiencing side effects like headaches and acne for a few weeks. They tried various non-medication treatments for early-stage hair loss with no success before turning to medication, which improved their hair and confidence.

      community Almost 6 month progress (oral dutasteride + minoxidil)

      in Progress Pictures  360 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user named Zaehk shared their progress with hair loss after taking oral dutasteride and minoxidil. They started seeing positive results and mentioned concerns about side effects of minoxidil. Other users expressed support and encouragement.

      community Body Hair Transplants with Buzzcut

      in Transplants  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Body hair transplants may look better if kept very short. People with limited donor regions or waiting for Verteporfin or FAK Inhibitors could consider this option.

      community Goodbye tressless. I’ve decided to give in to my hairloss.

      in Update  589 upvotes 2 years ago
      Kitchen_Plastic_2847 had been fighting hair loss since 2019-2020 and was initially successful in regrowing his hair with finasteride. However, after contracting Covid three times back to back at the start of 2021, he started to lose his hair again. He found a new dermatologist who prescribed him oral minoxidil along with finasteride, but eventually decided it wasn't worth spending all the money to try and save his hair.

      community POV: You Ask A Tressless User If It's Safe To Drink Minoxidil

      in Satire  769 upvotes 2 years ago
      This conversation is about how topical treatments for hair loss, such as Minoxidil and Finasteride, can be replaced by drinking oral versions of the same medications to achieve better results with less hassle. Some users have already been doing this with positive results.

      community Oral Minoxidil Users In A Nutshell

      in Satire  1212 upvotes 2 years ago
      This conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. Users discussed the potential side effects of using these drugs, as well as their experiences with them.