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      community 3 weeks on topical fin, started shedding hard

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair shedding after three weeks of using topical finasteride. They are concerned about the effects of ethanol in topical minoxidil and are unsure if they should wash their hair daily.

      community 10 Years on Fin + Min: My story & insight on sides.

      in Finasteride  130 upvotes 5 years ago
      User shares 10-year experience using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss with positive results and no significant side effects. Others suggest consistency, microneedling, and considering hair transplants.

      community 8.5 fin progress!

      in Update  56 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user reported significant hair regrowth after 8.5 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and initially Biotin, with a 50% reduction in the balding crown area. They are considering either a hair transplant for further improvement or embracing a bald look, feeling confident they could pull it off.

      community Still losing hair on fin?

      in Finasteride  21 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses ongoing hair loss while using finasteride (Fin) and concerns about potential interactions with Hydrocortisone Butyrate. The consensus is that shedding is normal and it can take 1-1.5 years to see results from finasteride.

      community 1 Year Fin/Min/Niz update

      in Finasteride  14 upvotes 5 years ago
      User tried finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral for hair loss with minor results. Derma rolling improved hair thickening significantly.

      community 6 months fin, lots of hair lost (pics)

      in Finasteride  12 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride since September 2018, dermarolling since February 2019, and applying minoxidil once a day. Despite these treatments, they have experienced significant hair loss and are unsure if they should continue.

      community Success with just Fin + Dermarolling

      in Advice  15 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 5 months without hair regrowth or loss and is considering adding dermarolling to their regimen. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness of finasteride with dermarolling, the type of dermaroller to use, aftercare products, and concerns about shedding from dermarolling alone.

      community Early Hair Loss - Starting Fin (19M)

      in Finasteride  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 19-year-old experiencing early hair loss started using finasteride to address diffuse thinning, despite concerns about potential side effects. They also use T/Gel and OGX Thick and Full shampoo, and have a dermatologist appointment scheduled to explore possible allergies.

      community Progress Update: 3 Years (Fin), 1.5 Years (Min)

       13 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 3 years and minoxidil for 1.5 years with minimal side effects. They provide photo updates and are open to questions about their progress.

      community 6 month Fin + Min progress

       16 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user shared their 6-month progress using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, noting some brain fog and dizziness as possible side effects. They stopped derma-rolling and using nizoral shampoo, and other users commented positively on the results.

      community Can't do Fin...Do DHT shampoos actually work?

      in Finasteride  3 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user stopped using finasteride due to reduced efficacy and health concerns, and is considering minoxidil and DHT-blocking shampoos for hair loss. Another user responded that DHT-blocking shampoos are ineffective.

      community Second month of fin assessment (12/13/16)

      in Finasteride  7 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding in the second month of using finasteride, leading them to buzz their hair. They plan to improve their diet, sleep, and stress levels, and start using Nizoral for scalp issues.

      community Checking in with my post-fin symptoms

      in Finasteride  6 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user reports persistent sexual side effects three months after stopping finasteride, despite a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They express concern over the lack of libido and infrequent erections.

      community 2 months and a half on min + fin

      in Progress Pictures  795 upvotes 2 days ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and nizoral shampoo for almost three months, along with supplements like biotin and vitamin D3, and reports noticeable hair regrowth without side effects. They aim to have more hair for a wedding in June and are considering using hair fibers for temporary enhancement.

      community Would I be able to just take fin forever?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  64 upvotes 4 days ago
      An 18-year-old started taking 1mg of finasteride daily to address receding temples and is concerned about whether they will need to increase the dose or switch to dutasteride in the future. Users discuss that finasteride can slow hair loss for many years, but it is not a permanent solution, and individual responses vary.

      community One Year Progress Update on mid & fin

      in Progress Pictures  283 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced progress in hair recovery using oral finasteride and minoxidil, despite some side effects like increased heart rate. They switched from foam to oral treatments for convenience and reported minimal shedding.

      community 5 Months Minoxidil (and ~1.5 Years Fin/Dut)

      in Progress Pictures  578 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and from topical to oral minoxidil, despite some patchiness along the hairline. The user reduced the oral minoxidil dose due to low blood pressure concerns.

      community 8 months progress on min and fin

      in Progress Pictures  135 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 34-year-old user shared their 8-month progress using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, reporting significant improvement without noticeable side effects. They started minoxidil in May 2024 and added finasteride in September, experiencing some shedding initially but achieving good results over time.

      community 1 year progress on min and fin

      in Progress Pictures  284 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user shared their one-year progress using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, reporting good results with some shedding phases. They experienced no side effects and noted improved hair density, especially in the frontal area.

      community Tretinoin after 2 years on fin?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation is about using tretinoin to enhance the effects of minoxidil for hair loss, with suggestions to switch from finasteride to dutasteride or use RU58841 for better results. Concerns about tretinoin causing dry scalp and its potential impact on hair loss progression are also discussed.

      community Why Is My Hair Thinner All Over After 8 Months on Topical Fin?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning after 8 months on topical finasteride and 11 months on minoxidil, and is considering switching to oral finasteride due to lack of effectiveness. They also mention scalp itchiness and use of a 1% ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Hair growth progress from chewable fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  171 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth using Hims chewable tablets containing finasteride and minoxidil but switched to a topical spray due to side effects from finasteride. The user reported improved side effects after switching to the topical form and noted continued hair growth progress.