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      community What 1 year and $6000 can do for your hair

      in Treatment  305 upvotes 2 years ago
      A hair transplant performed by Dr Bruno Ferreira in Portugal, which has improved the user's appearance and self-confidence. The user also mentioned taking finasteride for 5 years to help with their hair loss.

      community Stop Lurking and Start Treatment NOW

      in Chat  62 upvotes 3 years ago
      Start hair loss treatment as soon as you notice thinning to prevent further loss; finasteride and minoxidil are suggested treatments, with the option to switch to topical treatments if side effects occur. Some regret not starting treatment earlier, and maintaining current hair is more likely than regrowth.

      community 126 Days of Fin/Min/Niz/Microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  215 upvotes 3 years ago
      User shared 126-day progress using Fin/Min/Niz/Microneedling for hair loss. Others discussed microneedling depth, results timeline, frontal coverage, and switching to Dutasteride.

      community Research about RU58841 /Why it was stopped

      in Research/Science  29 upvotes 3 years ago
      RU58841 showed promise for treating androgenic alopecia but research was halted due to financial and organizational changes. There were no significant safety concerns reported in human trials.

      community Follicles finally showing first signs of life

      in Progress Pictures  109 upvotes 4 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user seeing hair regrowth after using Rogaine, rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, microneedling, and LLLT. The user plans to add Nizoral soon and is hopeful about continued progress.

      community Anyone use hair fiber products like Toppik?

      in Question  21 upvotes 5 years ago
      User phoenixblue asked about hair fiber products like Toppik and if they cause hair loss by clogging pores. Replies suggested that Toppik is safe, but effectiveness varies; some users experienced no hair loss, while others had issues with color or sweating.

      community My Hair System Journey, Part 4

       18 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user shares their experience with a hair system, noting no one noticed the change except their girlfriend. They discuss the learning curve, maintenance tips, and their satisfaction with the results, feeling more confident and optimistic.

      community 24 y/o woman diagnosed with AGA today. Scared and confused.

       9 upvotes 8 years ago
      A 24-year-old woman being diagnosed with androgenic alopecia (AGA) who is scared and confused about her hair loss, and the treatment options of Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, spironolactone, and possibly a biopsy.

      community 3 months on Minoxidil 5% once per day

      in Progress Pictures  992 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth after using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1.25mg daily for three months, despite initial shedding. They noted improved hair density, especially at the temples, and plan to manage excess hair growth on the forehead.

      community What has your 0.5mg/daily dutasteride timeline been?

      in Research/Science  34 upvotes 1 week ago
      Many users report switching from finasteride to dutasteride with mixed results, often experiencing increased shedding and minimal regrowth. Some users find dutasteride more effective in slowing hair loss, while others see no improvement or even regression.

      community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

      in Technology  193 upvotes 1 week ago
      Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

      community Fin year 3 results/maintainence

      in Progress Pictures  332 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A user has used finasteride for three years to maintain hair thickness and is considering adding minoxidil for temple recession. They report no side effects and are satisfied, while others discuss minoxidil's pros and cons and share hair treatment experiences.

      community I just made 60x of 5mg minoxidil sugar cubes

      in Minoxidil  1319 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user created oral minoxidil sugar cubes due to lack of prescription access, leading to a humorous discussion about unconventional and potentially unsafe methods of using minoxidil. The conversation highlights the lengths people go to for hair growth.

      community In God We Trust, Topical Fin/Min with existing ADHD issues

      in Chat  19 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 27-year-old male with ADHD is experiencing hair thinning and is starting a treatment with topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil (5%). He is addressing high prolactin levels and low vitamin D, while managing side effects from ADHD medication.

      community Dermaroller vs dermastamp vs dermapen

      in Microneedling  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      Microneedling is debated for hair loss treatment, with some users finding it beneficial for minoxidil absorption and others skeptical of its effectiveness. Alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil are recommended, while tools like dermarollers, dermapens, and dermastamps are discussed for their pros and cons.

      community 8 months of treatment revived my hair

      in Progress Pictures  298 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are satisfied with the results and may consider a hair transplant after one year.

      community Why you shouldn’t trust “progress” pictures.

      in Chat  388 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair loss progress pictures can be misleading due to differences in lighting, hair length, and wetness, making it hard to accurately assess changes. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism about their effectiveness.

      community My hair journey: 2017 through the present

      in Progress Pictures  502 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey from 2017 to 2024, detailing the use of finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, supplements, and dermarolling. They experienced significant hair loss after stopping finasteride in 2017, saw some regrowth after resuming treatments in 2023, and are considering a hair transplant.

      community 5 months of nuking T, 2 months of minoxidil

      in Transgender  485 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user transitioned from finasteride to Cyproterone and started using Minoxidil, resulting in healthier hair and regrowth. They plan to wean off Minoxidil in a year, depending on regrowth.

      community 7 months of min 2x a day + .25mg fin 1x a day

      in Progress Pictures  509 upvotes 4 months ago
      User shared progress pictures after 7 months of using 0.25mg finasteride daily and 1ml minoxidil twice daily, reporting no side effects and being thrilled with the results. Other users discussed the effectiveness of lower doses and the psychological impact of potential side effects.