User had a hair transplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hairgrowth improvement.
The conversation discusses using 1mg Dutasteride daily for hair loss and its effects on hair, acne, and body hair. One user mentions that shedding hair can be a positive sign of new hairgrowth.
A user shared their 4-year hair loss journey, highlighting that switching from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, along with dermarolling, significantly improved their hairgrowth. Another user mentioned using dutasteride, and the original poster emphasized the importance of dermarolling.
A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after using 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with minimal side effects. The user also mentioned taking biotin gummies and experiencing periods of shedding followed by thicker hairgrowth.
A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hairgrowth treatments.
A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hairgrowth and thickness.
The user showed a one-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride only, after stopping minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They noticed hairgrowth around six or seven months into treatment.
A user reported hair thinning, started using finasteride, and experienced a significant initial hair shed followed by noticeable hair regrowth after 2 months. Some responders questioned the rapid progress, while another noted that finasteride typically increases hairdensity by 16% after 2 years.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of commercial Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) devices for hairgrowth, suggesting they are underpowered compared to the ideal energy output shown in medical research. A user plans to build a custom helmet that meets the required specifications for effective treatment.
A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hairgrowth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.
Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hairgrowth.
A user shared a 6-month hair loss treatment routine including Mexican finasteride (1.25mg every other day), daily minoxidil, bi-weekly dermarolling, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week, noting significant crown growth and some frontal hairline improvement with initial side effects that have since subsided. They are seeking advice to improve results, particularly at the frontal hairline, without resorting to a hair transplant.
The conversation discusses a significant increase in hair shedding after starting Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil, with users sharing their own experiences of hair shedding and questioning if high shedding indicates future hairgrowth.
A user shared a 3-month hair regrowth transformation using Finasteride 1mg, Minoxidil, and occasional derma rolling. Some responders are skeptical of the rapid growth, while others suggest the user might be an exceptional responder to the treatment.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, also using topical minoxidil, micro needling, keto shampoo, and PRP sessions. They've seen improvements, with reduced hair shedding and new hairgrowth, especially at the hairline.
Using Microneedling 1xweek and Minoxidil twice a day as treatments for hair loss, along with DHT blockers such as Finasteride or Dutasteride. Advice was also given to not raise eyebrows when evaluating hairgrowth progress.
User shared 8-month hair loss treatment progress using topical fin/min, topical dut, mk677, RU, and microneedling. They experienced watery semen as a side effect but saw significant improvement in hairgrowth.
User questions credibility of a hair loss "cure" found by a non-expert and warns against wasting money on unproven supplements. Others discuss trying natural extracts and the importance of researching the enzyme 3ADH for potential hairgrowth benefits.
User started Finasteride for hair loss, combining it with Saw Palmetto, Fenugreek seeds, almonds, bananas, eggs, and a coconut-castor oil mixture. Early updates show initial shedding and tiny new hairgrowth at the temples.
A user shared progress pictures after 3 years on finasteride, showing improved hair thickness and density, and mentioned losing 15kg. The user plans to fix their hairline next month and received mixed feedback on their hairstyle and the effectiveness of finasteride.
The user has been using minoxidil 5% twice daily, micro-needling, topical finasteride every other day, and various supplements for 3 months to treat hair loss and has seen positive results. They also mentioned using hairgrowth tablets, biotin, zinc, and vitamins B and D, but not consistently.
The conversation is about a 21-year-old using finasteride, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, hairgrowth serums, and exosome therapy to treat early-stage thinning on the crown. They are questioning if these treatments are sufficient to improve hair thickness.
A user's 8-month progress on finasteride for hair loss treatment, with plans to continue for a full year. The user experienced initial shedding and scalp itch, which subsided, leading to hairgrowth. Other users discussed the necessity of continuous treatment to maintain results.
A user started taking 0.625mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, increased the dose to 1.25mg, and experienced a significant shed, losing 70% of scalp density. They cannot tolerate finasteride due to side effects but are hopeful for hair regrowth despite the shedding.
A user's progress pictures which show the effects of using finasteride and minoxidil for hairgrowth, along with keto shampoo; other users shared their experiences with similar conditions, offering advice on treatments and encouraging the original poster to keep going.
This user has had success with Minoxidil foam, achieving significant hairgrowth in three months without using finasteride or derma rolling. They are considering incorporating a DHT reducing strategy such as finasteride in the future.
A 3-month update on a microneedling-only project to treat hair loss, which has not had significant results in terms of thicker hair but may have seen some acceleration in hairgrowth and an increase in vellus hairs. The user plans to continue the journey for 6 months before making any changes, such as adding minoxidil or finasteride.
A user reported success with RU58841 and a 1mm derma roller for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in hairdensity and reduced scalp visibility. They also mentioned using minoxidil and black castor oil in the past, with mixed results.