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      community New & Improved Hair Growth Stack for Maximum Results

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a hair growth stack using minoxidil sulfate, valproic acid, bimatoprost, blue copper peptide, and other ingredients, emphasizing a gel-based formula for better skin tolerance. Another user suggested adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for more effective long-term results.

      community 6 Months Progress Oral Fin & Min

      in Progress Pictures  513 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after six months of using oral Finasteride (1mg) and Minoxidil (2.5mg) nightly, with no side effects. They also used dermastamping and biotin, emphasizing consistency and a healthy lifestyle.

      community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

       292 upvotes 4 years ago
      Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

      community Say goodbye to facial hair development Dutasteride

       39 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 19-year-old started Dutasteride at 17 to combat aggressive hair thinning, which halted his facial hair development despite having strong beard genetics. He also used oral and topical Minoxidil without success for facial hair, and the discussion highlights the impact of DHT blockers on beard growth.

      community Crazy body/facial hair on minoxidil - what to do?

       4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hairline improvement using 10mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride daily but also saw increased body and facial hair growth. They are considering reducing the minoxidil dose due to side effects and exploring laser hair removal options.

      community Body hair growth on finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      Finasteride can increase body and facial hair growth due to increased testosterone, despite its intended use to reduce hair loss on the scalp. Some users consider trying topical finasteride for less systemic impact, while others report mixed results and side effects.

      community Any help with female hair loss?

       2 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 20-year-old female with PCOS is experiencing hair loss and excessive facial hair. She is using ketoconazole and caffeine shampoos, microneedling, and considering anti-androgens like finasteride, but is cautious about minoxidil due to facial hair concerns.

      community Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 1 year ago
      Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil use, with suggestions to reduce dosage or switch to finasteride. Users recommend hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, or electrolysis to manage excess facial hair.

      community Over 95% of his face is covered in hair.

      in Satire  349 upvotes 1 year ago
      A young man with hypertrichosis has over 95% of his face covered in hair, sparking humorous comments about hair loss treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride. Users joke about transplanting his facial hair and discuss the challenges of his condition compared to typical balding.

      community Help! Minoxidil or Duta to avoid Shed of long hair.

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering using Tacrolimus Solution and topical Dutasteride to avoid shedding caused by Minoxidil, which they fear may lead to facial side effects. They are also concerned about scalp sensitivity and are exploring different treatment bases to manage seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Beyond Minoxidil & Finasteride: What if the Answer to Male Pattern Baldness is... on Our Faces? (A Naval Officer's Wild Idea & Why It's Not So Crazy)

      11 months ago
      Exploring the idea of using facial hair properties for scalp regeneration in male pattern baldness, considering the potential of transferring androgen-resistant characteristics from facial hair to the scalp. Challenges include complexity, scalability, aesthetics, and safety, but the concept encourages innovative thinking beyond current treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and hair transplants.

      community Oral minoxidil works like crazy

      in Update  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      Oral minoxidil significantly increases hair growth, including facial hair, in a short period. Some users suggest combining it with finasteride for better long-term results, despite potential side effects.

      community why are beard gains on min usually permanent?

      in Minoxidil  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      Beard gains from minoxidil are usually permanent due to facial hair follicles' lower sensitivity to DHT. Scalp hair requires ongoing DHT suppression with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 to maintain gains after stopping minoxidil.

      community Questions for long term topical minoxidil users from a newbie

       38 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user experienced hair shedding after stopping and restarting topical minoxidil due to side effects like facial edema and hirsutism. They are considering alternatives like low-dose oral minoxidil, PRP, and red light therapy, while others suggest finasteride and caution against combining multiple treatments without medical advice.

      community Enough to make a grown man cry

      in Chat  517 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss can significantly impact self-esteem and perceived attractiveness, with many feeling that balding negatively alters facial appearance. Some suggest treatments like hair systems, while others recommend embracing baldness, but the stigma and mental health effects remain challenging, especially for young men.

      community Minoxidil vs Redensyl results comparison

       5 upvotes 6 months ago
      Redensyl improved hair thickness slightly with no side effects, but no regrowth. Minoxidil provided significant regrowth but caused facial side effects like puffiness.

      community Shedding bodyhair on Dut. Anyone else?

       5 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Using dutasteride for hair loss can lead to shedding of body hair, including chest and shoulder hair, and may also affect facial hair growth. Some users try topical minoxidil to counteract thinning eyebrows and facial hair.

      community 75 days on Oral Minoxidil and Oral Finasteride

       150 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced noticeable hair thickening after 75 days using 5mg oral minoxidil, 1.25mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and weekly dermastamping. They also reported increased body and facial hair growth.