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      community Topical Dutasteride 0.025% 2ml once a week

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user discusses using topical dutasteride 0.025% once a week for hair maintenance, alongside fortified minoxidil, RU58841, and Reviv Hair Serum. They seek feedback on the effectiveness of this regimen.

      community Dont know what the hell is going on.

      in Chat  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced rapid diffuse hair thinning for five years despite no signs of AGA or miniaturization. They tried finasteride and oral minoxidil without success and have checked thyroid, iron, and vitamin D levels.

      community Thoughts on this hair supplement?

      in Product  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user asked for opinions on a new hair supplement and whether it's better than Viviscal Pro. Another user responded, calling it useless.

      community Increased b12 and hair loss correlation

      in Female  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user noticed increased hair loss after taking B12 supplements for two months, with B12 levels rising to 1500. They are seeking help as other tests show normal levels of minerals and vitamins.

      community Finasteride gains continue well into year 5

      in Chat  118 upvotes 7 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 9 months on Finasteride 1,25mg + HRT

      in Transgender  17 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about the results of using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and finasteride for hair loss, and switching from finasteride to bicalutamide as an anti-androgen treatment. The user shared before and after photos to discuss the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community Shed switching from fin to dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user has been on finasteride for over 1.5 years but is still losing hair, so they're switching to dutasteride and taking both for 3 months before stopping finasteride. They're concerned about potential hair shedding during the switch even when done correctly.

      community Oral Min & Fin - 9 Months no results - diffuse thinner

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old has been using 0.4mg finasteride and 1mg oral minoxidil (increased to 2mg) for 9 months with no noticeable hair growth and worsening hair condition. They are considering stopping finasteride due to side effects and are seeking advice on other treatments.

      community Light therapy helps hair growth (Studies included)

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 8 months ago
      Red light therapy is scientifically proven to promote hair growth by increasing strand density and thickness, and it's an additional treatment to DHT blockers like minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical about the cost and effectiveness of commercial devices, despite studies showing benefits.

      community Kinda freaking out because my hair loss is getting worse again (on fin)

      in Chat  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user started taking finasteride 1.5 years ago with some success in stopping hair loss but no regrowth, and is now experiencing increased hair loss after a recent operation, questioning if the medication stopped working or if the hair loss is temporary. They are considering switching to a different treatment and seeking advice.

      community Been taking Fin for 10 months and have no results whatsoever

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user has been taking Finasteride for hair loss for 10 months with no results and is considering whether it's due to seasonal shedding or the medication not working. Other users suggest that the dosage might be too low, that some people don't respond to Finasteride, and recommend trying Minoxidil or Dutasteride.

      community Seeking Advice: Unusual Hair Loss at 31 Years Old - Any Insights? (M)

      in Chat  15 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 31-year-old man who previously had good results with minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral for hair loss is now experiencing unusual hair loss and side effects from finasteride. Respondents suggest it might be severe retrograde alopecia and recommend exploring other treatment options due to his inability to tolerate finasteride.

      community My male pattern baldness journey from age 18 to 29

      in Shaved/buzzed  82 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their experience with male pattern baldness and accepting baldness after shaving their head at age 29. Some responses suggest treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while others discuss acceptance and personal experiences with hair loss.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 9 months ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community 3 years of slowww progress. Thoughts?

      in Progress Pictures  348 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user stopped taking oral finasteride due to depression and now uses a topical finasteride/minoxidil mix with some scalp irritation. They plan to start derma stamping and have seen some improvement in their hair over three years, which others have noticed and encouraged them to continue their efforts.

      community Any New Findings or Interesting Research?

      in Research/Science  24 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about seeking new research on hair loss treatments beyond the commonly known ones like Minoxidil and Finasteride. Additions to the list of treatments include topical caffeine, alfatradiol, fluridil, stemoxydine, and upcoming treatments like TDM-105795 and verteporfin.

      community Saying creatine causes loss on fin/dut makes no sense and this is why

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  42 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether creatine causes hair loss for those using finasteride or dutasteride, with some suggesting creatine might increase DHT or upregulate androgen receptors, potentially leading to hair loss. Others argue the evidence is not conclusive, citing limited studies and personal anecdotes, with some avoiding creatine as a precaution.

      community Update: Norwood 6 trying the bounce back

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 11 months ago
      User achieved hair regrowth using 1 mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and occasional microneedling. They are happy with the progress despite still having thin hair on top.

      community 11 months on fin only. Regrowth + thickness

      in Progress Pictures  571 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user reported hair regrowth and increased thickness after 11 months using finasteride 1mg, taken 3-4 times a week, with noticeable improvement starting around the third or fourth month. No side effects were mentioned, and the user is considering reducing the dosage to find the minimum needed to maintain results.

      community 4 months of Minoxidil 5% and biotin

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing a 4-month progress picture using Minoxidil 5% and biotin for hair loss. One reply suggests shaving the head or adding finasteride to the treatment.

      community Topical finasteride results .1%

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 0.1% topical finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, and has now been prescribed Dutasteride. They also use a derma pen, ketoconazole shampoo, and a mix of oils for treatment.

      community 2 years Finasteride only difference. Won’t get cocky but I think I’m fighting off the Norwood Reaper completely boys

      in Progress Pictures  506 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a 2-year progress picture showing improvement in hair loss using only finasteride, with others discussing their own experiences and considering additional treatments like minoxidil or hair transplants. Some users reported hair loss stabilization, while one user experienced regrowth after increasing their finasteride dosage.