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

      in Chat  388 upvotes 1 month 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 3 month progress! (Min and derma only)

      in Is this regrowth?  239 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user reported hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and dermapen, considering adding finasteride. Others shared experiences with minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, recommending finasteride for long-term results but noting potential side effects.

      community My hair journey: 2017 through the present

      in Progress Pictures  502 upvotes 2 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 Watching my younger brother bald hurts so much.

      in Treatment  264 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hair loss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.

      community Balding absolutely ruined my life at 17.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  210 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user is struggling with hair loss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.

      community MY 6 MONTH TRANSFORMATION PROGRESS

      in Progress Pictures  210 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 23-year-old male shared his 6-month hair transformation using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D, gym, cardio, and dermastamping. He reported significant hair maintenance and no side effects.

      community Finasteride gains continue well into year 5

      in Chat  118 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride can continue to improve hair loss for up to 10 years, with the best results seen when started early. Combining treatments like minoxidil, dermarolling, or RU58841 may enhance effectiveness.

      community Why is there so many people claiming Dutasteride destroyed their hair?

      in Chat  25 upvotes 6 months ago
      Some people claim Dutasteride worsened their hair loss, causing concern among users. Reasons suggested include initial shedding phases, incorrect attribution to Dutasteride when other factors are involved, genetic variations affecting drug response, and the possibility of non-authentic medication.

      community ~3 years on fin and alpecin shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  289 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and Alpecin shampoo for about three years, reporting thicker hair but an unchanged hairline. They are happy with their hair progress, noting the most improvement in the past five months, and mention a slight decrease in libido.

      community Why don’t people just just DUT instead of FIN?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  48 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride (DUT) versus finasteride (FIN) for hair loss treatment, with some users preferring DUT for its effectiveness while others choose FIN due to its approval status, better long-term data, and lower risk of side effects. Users share personal experiences with both medications, including side effects and effectiveness.

      community 4600 - result 9 month - Dr. Carman

      in Progress Pictures  255 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.

      community Posted this years ago but still getting questions!

      in Progress Pictures  325 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user successfully treated their hair loss using 1ml of minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling with a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week. They experienced noticeable results only after combining minoxidil with dermarolling, and they have not used finasteride.

      community First 3 pics are at 6 months .5 mg fin daily, last 3 are 13 months

      in Progress Pictures  76 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced improved hair at 6 months using 0.5 mg finasteride daily but noticed more scalp visibility and potential hair loss at 13 months, questioning if this was due to shedding or the treatment not working. Some respondents suggested the possibility of a shed or scalp inflammation, while others observed improvements or advised checking for underlying scalp conditions.

      community Mid 40s Fin only - 12 month update.

      in Progress Pictures  508 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user in their mid-40s shared a 12-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They started seeing thicker hair and regrowth after 3 months, with no side effects noticed.

      community 3 months of hair treatment! I think I’m hyper responsive to my treatment. Finasteride, biotin pills, derma roller with rosemary/jojoba oil applied after, coffee in the morning for caffeine . No diet or alcohol consumption changes.

      in Progress Pictures  491 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user reports significant hair regrowth after three months using finasteride, biotin pills, a derma roller with rosemary/jojoba oil, and drinking coffee, despite an initial increase in hair shedding. Other users share varied results with similar treatments, with some not experiencing improvements.

      community Chris Bumstead Hair Tansplant at Now Hair Time

      in Transplants  476 upvotes 11 months ago
      Chris Bumstead got a hair transplant at Now Hair Time, and the discussion focuses on why he chose a less reputable clinic despite having the means for a better one, with some suggesting it was for financial gain. The conversation also touches on concerns about the naturalness of the hairline and the potential impact of his steroid use on the transplant's success.

      community 5% minoxidil &1mg finasteride -7th months- Asian-23M

      in Progress Pictures  620 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's successful hair regrowth after 7 months of using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and adding micro needling 4 months ago. The user also took biotin, fish oil, and collagen supplements, and reduced finasteride intake to once every 3 days due to minor libido decay.

      community Why is no one pointing out dandruff as the number 1 evidence/symptom of MPB?

      in Chat  55 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hair loss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hair loss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hair loss without dandruff.

      community Anyone who is not taking fin after hair transplant, how is you hair now?

      in Transplants  81 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of finasteride (fin) in preventing hair loss after a hair transplant. Some users have experienced hair thinning and loss after stopping finasteride, while others have had success with finasteride and minoxidil (min) in maintaining their transplanted hair. The general consensus is that finasteride is important for younger patients to prevent further hair loss.

      community Transformation from balding to…

      in Progress Pictures  1857 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user, Lofi-luu, shared their transformation from balding to having a full head of hair after getting a hair transplant and using finasteride for almost 2 years. They also discussed their workout routine and emphasized the importance of not letting balding hold them back in life.

      community Microneedling + Min 2 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  1064 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's progress with microneedling and minoxidil for hair loss. The user is happy with the progress and plans to continue with the treatment, without using finasteride.

      community 1mg FIN only. 1 year progress on (28M)

      in Progress Pictures  344 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "Bardo95" shared their one-year progress using finasteride (FIN) for hair loss. They experienced thickening of their general thinning and received compliments on their progress. Other users discussed their own experiences with finasteride and expressed hope for similar results.