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      community 2 month difference before (first 4 photos) vs after

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 16-year-old has been using microneedling, rosemary oil, coconut oil and egg mask, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto, and supplements for hair loss and is asking if there's progress. It's suggested to replace some oils with minoxidil, continue saw palmetto, and possibly start finasteride at 18.

      community Microneedling makes a difference. Non responders, please read

      in Microneedling  66 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 48-year-old who had been thinning since 25 and reached NW4-5 baldness saw no improvement with 1mg/day finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice a day after 8 months. After copying another person's routine, they now use 0.5mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, daily microneedling with 0.5mm and 1mm once a week, and apply minoxidil twice daily, resulting in baby hairs on their bald spot and temples after three months.

      community Does microneedling damage scalp?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 9 months ago
      Microneedling does not prevent future hair transplants, but some surgeons report the skin becomes "harder" in treated areas. There is no clear evidence to confirm this effect.

      community 7 Months progress Hims Fin/min/mn

      in Progress Pictures  61 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user started using Hims Finasteride and Minoxidil topical in July 2023, added daily microneedling in November, and switched to chewable Finasteride and Minoxidil in January with increased microneedling frequency. They observed hair regrowth, suggesting diffuse thinning may be easier to treat.

      community Progress, 2nd shed and Drug resistance

      in Progress Pictures  28 upvotes 9 months ago
      User shares 8-month progress on oral finasteride and minoxidil, noting initial success followed by a second shed. They seek advice on drug resistance and pill efficacy, with responses suggesting to push through the shed and consider the impact of cycling off minoxidil.

      community One Month on Topical Fin and Min Experience

      in Update  10 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 27-year-old male started using topical finasteride (0.25%) and minoxidil (5%) once daily, along with supplements like zinc, magnesium, biotin, and vitamins C and D. After initial concerns about side effects, he experienced temporary ED and shedding but now feels better and has no regrets about starting the treatment.

      community RU58841 and some major questions?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user is asking about the effectiveness and dosage of RU58841 for hair loss, comparing it to Minoxidil and discussing its long-term use alongside Finasteride. They plan to use RU58841 and Finasteride for several years before potentially switching to GT20029.

      community Why nobody uses 0.25% (2.5mg/ml)?

      in Treatment  65 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of 0.25% topical finasteride compared to other concentrations and forms. Users discuss its potential for better scalp DHT reduction and fewer side effects, with some preferring topical over oral treatments.

      community Can RU58841 stop hairloss for a long time?

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user is considering using RU58841 to treat hair loss and asks if it can be effective for 4-5 years. Some suggest starting with a lower concentration and debate the safety of RU58841 compared to approved drugs like finasteride.

      community How You Can Help Speed Up the Verteporfin Trials

      in Research/Science  185 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses speeding up verteporfin trials for hair loss treatment. The original poster, involved in the trials, requests help in crowdsourcing doctor emails to spread awareness and gather more support for the trials.

      community Eddie Bravo talking about hair loss on JRE

      in Satire  325 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a 53-year-old man's struggle with hair loss and the various perspectives on balding. It also mentions the use of finasteride as a hair loss treatment.

      community Opinions on this study for Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their 5-year hair loss journey, initially using a product called Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer, which gave good results. Later, they switched to FDA-approved medications finasteride and minoxidil, which also helped, but they noticed the most significant progress with Triphasic. They're considering trying it again if minoxidil doesn't show improvements.

      community 11 months update / Finasteride 1mg + 5% Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  774 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's 11-month progress with hair loss treatment using Finasteride 1mg and Minoxidil 5%. The user is happy with the significant hairline regrowth and increased density, and is considering dermarolling for further improvement.

      community Sublingual Minoxidil - Cure to Hairloss?

      in Minoxidil  583 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential benefits of sublingual minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It suggests that sublingual minoxidil, which bypasses the liver, may have fewer side effects, greater bioavailability, and could be more effective than oral minoxidil.

      community Application tip for topicals. 1ml TB Syringe & Opthalmic Cannula.

      in Product  66 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation discuss different methods of applying hair loss treatments directly to the scalp. The original poster suggests using a 1ml TB Syringe & Ophthalmic Cannula for precise application, while others share their own methods, including sprays, droppers, and simple syringes.

      community Has anyone tried scalp massages?

      in Scalp Massage  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about scalp massages for hair loss, with skepticism from users who suggest using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil instead. Users report no success with scalp massages and consider it a scam.

      community FFS, This is the reason why I love this community

      in Chat  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old is frustrated with friends and family's dismissive attitudes towards hair loss and finds support and hope in an online community. They have not yet treated their hair loss but are considering medications like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community 3-4 Months of consistent use of Hims Fin/Min Spray

      in Progress Pictures  540 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user, Virtual_Force3845, shared their progress pictures after using Hims Fin/Min Spray consistently for 3-4 months. They are excited about the progress and have not experienced any side effects. Other users in the conversation shared their own experiences and asked questions about the treatment.

      community 5Months 0.5mg Fin + 2.5mg Oral Min | UPDATE #2

      in Progress Pictures  918 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user, Salty-Peace-577, shared their 5-month update on using 0.5mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss. They experienced significant hair growth, particularly in their eyebrows, and shared their regimen and tips for hair growth. Some users in the conversation also discussed the side effects they experienced with different dosages of the medications.

      community The "DHT" itch myth - it's more complicated

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user found that scalp itch might be linked to inflammation rather than DHT alone and noticed hair improvement with certain cancer drugs. They also discovered that black seed oil relieved their scalp itch and are experimenting with a mix of essential oils for dry scalp, questioning if oils affect minoxidil absorption.

      community Nandrolone Replacement Therapy

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.