The conversation humorously discusses the effects of stopping finasteride for two years, with users joking about hairloss and embracing baldness. Treatments mentioned include finasteride.
A 20-year-old shared progress pictures after 2 years of using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hairloss. Responses included admiration and requests for more details and updates.
The insecurity people feel when going to the barber for a haircut due to visible hairloss. Replies include encouragement, advice such as looking for more understanding barbers and female hairdressers, as well as suggestions of trying at-home haircuts or using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A two-month result of using Minoxidil twice a day plus Nizoral shampoo twice a week to treat hairloss, and the suggestion that adding finasteride could help with regrowth while dermarolling was not recommended.
Guyman567 has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for years but continues to experience hairloss and thinning, which has affected his confidence. He has tried various treatments including topical finasteride, microneedling, and vitamins, and is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about ongoing hairloss.
A user questions if ingesting topical minoxidil could be an alternative to oral minoxidil for hairloss. Another user reports success with this method, noting they saw results and experienced no adverse effects.
An 18-year-old male used anti-androgens and oral Minoxidil for 10 months to treat hairloss. He initially used 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 5 months, then switched to Dutasteride for 4.5 months and inconsistently used 5mg oral Minoxidil for 2 months due to availability issues.
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This user has been using Kirkland Minoxidil foam and 1 mg finasteride for 8 months, as well as a diet change, regular exercise, and daily biotin and Animal Pak supplements to treat their hairloss. So far they have not experienced any side effects from the finasteride.
The group buy for CB-03-01, a topical anti-androgen for hairloss, was postponed and refunded due to issues with the product's form and solubility. The product, also known as Breezula, is an alternative to finasteride with fewer side effects, but its official release is delayed until 2021.
The conversation discusses a person successfully using a combination of Minoxidil, finasteride, and other treatments for hairloss, resulting in significantly improved hair. Despite some criticism, many admire his dedication to health and anti-aging research.
The conversation discusses a user's three-month progress using topical finasteride once a day, 6% minoxidil at night, and weekly dermastamping at 1.25mm for hairloss. Commenters note the impressive results and discuss application methods and safety precautions for family members.
The user has been using 5% Minoxidil foam twice daily, microneedling every two weeks, and Nizoral 2% shampoo weekly for hairloss treatment. They've seen improvements in their hairline and eyelashes, and are considering adding finasteride to their regimen.
A joke about someone named "Fin Diesel" living life one milligram at a time, referencing the treatments Finasteride and Minoxidil used to treat hairloss; users discussed whether the look would be better with or without hair.
The user has been using minoxidil daily, finasteride three times a week, and ketoconazole 1-3 times a week for a year to treat hairloss, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth at the hairline and temples, with minor side effects like itching and dandruff. They started with minoxidil a month before the other treatments and experienced an initial shedding phase for about six weeks.
The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hairloss treatment.
The user has seen positive results after 16 months of using topical Finasteride/Minoxidil, microneedling weekly, and Tretinoin for hairloss. There are no reported side effects, and the user advises that the effectiveness of microneedling depends on the pressure applied.
The conversation discusses the link between seborrheic dermatitis, acne, and male pattern baldness, suggesting that DHT may cause both skin conditions and hairloss. Treatments mentioned include RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and other topical anti-androgens.
User "mynameisbogus" shares 2-month progress using Dut, Min, Oral Min, Keto, Dermarolling, and Retinol for hairloss at age 40. Others discuss impressive results and potential for full hair regrowth.
This conversation was about a user named Substantial_Pen_1099 who has been using an regimen of 5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride everyday, 2% keto shampoo every three days, and weekly 0.5mm dermarolling for hairloss treatment over the course of 3 months. Others in the conversation expressed disbelief at their progress, to which Substantial_Pen_1099 provided video proof as evidence.
The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hairloss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hairloss.
A user who has experienced two years' progress on finasteride 1mg daily, combined with 3 months of micro-needling, and their experiences with hairloss. Other users have commented offering advice and support based on their own experiences.
User "hemantch" shares 5 months progress using topical Fin, Min, topical Dut, and a laser cap for hairloss. Significant regrowth was noticed after 1 month, and the treatments worked well despite being bald for 10 years.
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 hairloss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.
The user reports hair thickening after 2 months on 1.25mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, having previously used topical minoxidil with no improvement. Other users suggest taking consistent progress photos and share their own experiences with similar treatments.
User "Jordan_cadagan" shares 11-month progress using minoxidil and finasteride for hair growth, with impressive results. Users discuss application methods, ice baths possibly helping, and daily dosages.
Beard hair grown with minoxidil can become permanent because it is not sensitive to DHT, unlike scalp hair, which requires ongoing minoxidil use even with DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride. Dutasteride reduces scalp DHT significantly but not completely, which may explain why scalp hair still needs minoxidil for maintenance.
The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after 11 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil from HIMS. Many users congratulated the progress and inquired about the application method, brand, and potential side effects.
Hair transplant results after 1 year discussed, with mostly positive feedback on density and appearance. User considers another surgery for hairline, but overall improvement noted.
The user had two FUT hair transplants with 4,600 grafts for increased density, costing about $11,000 each, and has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride for over five years without side effects. The results are natural-looking with no visible scarring, and the user finds the procedure valuable despite the cost.
PP405 is a new hair growth stimulant different from Minoxidil, currently in phase 2 trials. Users discuss its potential, safety concerns, and the long wait before it might be available.