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      community concerns about starting minoxidil

       1 upvotes 5 years ago
      An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.

      community PP405 Has a Wikipedia Page - WooHoo

       20 upvotes 9 months ago
      PP405 now has a Wikipedia page, generating more discussion and attention. One user plans to continue using finasteride until PP405 is proven effective and widely available.

      community Concerns regarding topical fin application

       74 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical finasteride, specifically Fynzur spray, is used for diffuse thinning in long hair, but many find the cone applicator ineffective and suggest applying directly to the scalp. Some users recommend oral finasteride for more even results, while others combine it with minoxidil for better effectiveness.

      community 09/23-05/26 fin oral and min top

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement from using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil between September 2023 and May 2026. Responses express amazement at the results.

      community 14 Month Topical Fin/Min .1%/10% + microneedling update

       31 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reports progress in hair regrowth using topical finasteride/minoxidil, microneedling, topical dutasteride, latanoprost, and MSM supplements. They express frustration over the lack of interaction on progress posts compared to trivial topics.

      community Pelage PP405 Phase 2a completed.

       61 upvotes 7 months ago
      Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed as treatments for hair loss, with excitement around a new drug, PP405, and a reformulated oral minoxidil in trials. Concerns about cost, side effects, and long-term use are also mentioned.

      community Pp405 full presentation on new topical

       106 upvotes 5 months ago
      A new topical treatment, PP405, shows promising results for hair regrowth, potentially outperforming existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. However, it may still need to be combined with DHT blockers for optimal results, and its long-term effectiveness remains uncertain.

      community Post HT +1.5 years on Fin only

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared positive results from a hair transplant and using finasteride only, avoiding minoxidil and dutasteride due to heart concerns. They are considering alternatives like vdphl01, which may have fewer side effects.

      community Does Topical Finasteride alongside Oral Finasteride provide any benefits?

       2 upvotes 6 months ago
      Using topical finasteride alongside oral finasteride likely won't provide significant benefits and may increase the risk of side effects. The "4-in-1" spray offers a higher minoxidil concentration but may not be worth switching if oral finasteride is well-tolerated.

      community 10-month finasteride progress — 0.5 mg EOD

       26 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user shared progress pictures after 10 months of using finasteride 0.5 mg every other day, noting significant improvement in mid-scalp coverage and reduced thinning. They are considering adding minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant for further improvement.

      community Oral min and fin. 1.5 months. 20yo

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 20-year-old is using oral minoxidil (5mg) and finasteride (1mg) for hair loss, considering reducing minoxidil to 2.5mg due to concerns about side effects like increased body hair and a slightly elevated heart rate. They previously used topical finasteride and oral minoxidil but stopped due to relocation and are now exploring cheaper options.

      community Why PP405 may not be dead just yet

       1 upvotes 1 month ago
      PP405 shows promise in reactivating dormant hair follicles, with early trials indicating some success, but it is not yet a proven treatment for hair loss. Users are advised to be cautious with unverified versions, and further research is needed to confirm its effectiveness compared to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community PP405 Never Worked: the follicles were already activated at baseline

       17 upvotes 3 months ago
      PP405 was ineffective for hair growth as some follicles were already active before treatment, raising doubts about its efficacy. Users discussed other hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, expressing skepticism and hope for future solutions.

      community My turn to come out and show. I think it might be improving.

       422 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced increased hair density after starting 1mg finasteride in February and 2.5mg oral minoxidil two months ago, along with 10mg biotin daily. They initially used topical minoxidil but switched to oral due to application difficulties and have seen improvements without significant side effects.

      community Alfatradiol 1% study rebuttal.

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Alfatradiol is often discussed at a 1% concentration, but studies typically use 0.025%. Some users report success using it as a topical treatment alongside other hair loss treatments like finasteride.

      community I hope ET-02 or PP405 will be released in the next 4-5 years

       18 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that may work by blocking signals that cause hair cells to stop growing, requiring daily application for effectiveness. It could serve as an alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but it is not yet available on the market and may take several years to be released.

      community Before and after: 1 year of Min, 8 months of Fin

       355 upvotes 4 months ago
      Improved hair density and texture after using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil for a year. The user is satisfied with the results, noting no significant side effects except reduced seminal volume.

      community Oral min+fin(M21) 3 months progress

       37 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth using 1.2 mg oral finasteride and 3 mg oral minoxidil after aggressive balding. They express concerns about hair loss affecting confidence and consider additional treatments like dutasteride.

      community Oral 1mg Finesteride 2mg Minoxidil

       485 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2mg minoxidil daily, along with Nizoral shampoo and rosemary oil. They are curious about further improving hair density and whether increasing the minoxidil dose would help.

      community 12 Months 1mg Oral Fin 5mg Min

       389 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 24-year-old user shared their 12-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement after initially starting with 2.5mg minoxidil. They experienced no side effects and noted thicker eyelashes, with results becoming noticeable around the 9th or 10th month.

      community [20y] How’s this progress. Finasteride 1mg since Dec 13th.

       226 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 20-year-old is sharing progress on hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride since December 13th, with noticeable results around months 4-5. They experienced issues with minoxidil, using it inconsistently, and plan to resume at a lower dose of 1.25mg.