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      community Horrible dermatologist experience. Should I hop on Min?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user had a bad experience with a dermatologist who prescribed saw palmetto and biotin shampoo for hair loss, which was ineffective. The dermatologist then suggested minoxidil and dismissed the user's interest in finasteride, leading the user to consider seeking a new dermatologist and possibly starting minoxidil in the meantime.

      community Thanks God, my hair is back from dead.

      in Progress Pictures  607 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a topical solution of minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% over 100 days, with plans to continue for a year before switching to a maintenance dose. Despite skepticism from others about using hair fibers, the user insists on the authenticity of their progress and reports no side effects from the treatment.

      community 3 month update, topical Min/Fin

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 39-year-old has been using topical 5% minoxidil for 11 years, added microneedling, and recently started using a topical combination of minoxidil and 0.3% finasteride, noticing some hair regrowth after three months. They experienced minor side effects when switching finasteride concentrations and plan to continue the treatment, possibly adding oral finasteride or dutasteride if significant progress is seen after a year.

      community Certified old, at 51, balding since 25, the resurrection!

      in Progress Pictures  439 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 51-year-old shared progress on hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride over four months, noting significant improvement and plans for future hair transplants. The user emphasized the benefits of modern treatments and societal changes in attitudes towards hair loss.

      community minoxidil and finasteride 3 months in

      in Progress Pictures  137 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for three months with visible hair thickening and no side effects. Another user mentioned experiencing watery semen and headaches with finasteride, and plans to add derma rolling and oils to their routine.

      community Blood work after 4 month topical fin/min

      in Update  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      After 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, blood tests showed increased E2, Test, and Prolactine levels. The user is concerned about potential side effects like gyno and is seeking advice on managing these values.

      community 6 months progress on Topical Min and 1mg oral Fin.

      in Progress Pictures  197 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared six months of progress using topical Minoxidil and 1mg oral Finasteride for hair loss. The user defended the authenticity of their photos, attributing skin color changes to seasonal differences and wearing caps.

      community 6 months 3 mg oral min, 1.25 mg oral fin

      in Progress Pictures  45 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using 3 mg oral Minoxidil and 1.25 mg oral Finasteride for hair loss. They experienced new hair growth, some facial hair thickening, and no significant side effects.

      community Product search: minox + finast + tret

      in Product  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about someone looking for a single product that combines finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for hair loss treatment. They are asking if it exists, where to find it, and if it's available without a prescription.

      community Started Minoxidil this evening. See ya'll in 6 months.

      in Minoxidil  235 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses starting Minoxidil for hair loss and suggests also using finasteride to prevent further balding. Minoxidil is expected to thicken current hair, but won't stop hair follicles from dying.

      community Update: 7 Months on min, fin and microneedling.

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using a combination of Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, biotin, and multivitamins for 7 months to treat hair loss. They experienced shedding between months 5-6 but have noticed hair regrowth, especially around the crown area, and less shedding recently.

      community Anyone ever use amazons RU58841?

      in Product  22 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation warns against buying RU58841 from Amazon due to concerns about product authenticity and recommends purchasing from trusted sources like Minoxidilmax and Anageninc.

      community I love Costco. Fin is less than $3 per month without insurance.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  128 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the affordability of finasteride for hair loss treatment, with users sharing that it can be obtained for less than $3 per month at Costco without insurance, and the cost can be further reduced by getting a year's prescription at once. Some users also mention getting prescriptions from their primary care physician or online services.

      community Will minoxidil not work if there’s too much DHT present in the scalp?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for five months with little progress and is considering oral dutasteride to lower DHT levels, questioning if minoxidil is more effective with reduced DHT. They also use microneedling and tretinoin in their treatment routine.

      community Anagenic Pyrilutamid, has anyone tried this?

      in Product  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about personal experiences with Anagenic Pyrilutamid for hair loss and what carriers people use with it. No specific treatments or outcomes are mentioned.

      community Is there a consensus on a "best conditioner" to use?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about finding the best conditioner for hair loss, with a mention that Ketoconazole shampoo is recommended for reversing hair loss. Users suggest that most "hair growth" conditioners are ineffective and discuss using anti-dandruff conditioners with piroctone olamine.

      community After 3 months of 5% topical minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  198 upvotes 1 year ago
      After 3 months of using 5% topical minoxidil once a day and additional natural oils, a user reports good hair regrowth and is considering adding topical finasteride. They also use 0.5mm microneedling once a week.

      community 8 months update. Oral Fin, topical Min and 1.5 dermaroll

      in Progress Pictures  189 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using Minoxidil for over 10 years, started Finasteride 8 months ago, and is happy with the hair recovery results; they also use a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly and a 0.5mm occasionally. Some believe starting with Minoxidil is less effective than addressing DHT directly, and there's curiosity about whether dermarolling aids absorption.

      community New Study - Flavonoids More Effective Than Finasteride?

      in Research/Science  148 upvotes 1 year ago
      A recent publication suggests that the flavonoids eriocitrin and silymarin may be more effective than finasteride in binding to the enzyme responsible for hair loss. People in the conversation are skeptical about the effectiveness and safety of these flavonoids until tested on humans, and some discuss their personal experiences with other treatments.

      community How to get a finasteride prescription?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone seeking a finasteride prescription for hair loss and considering paying out of pocket for a dermatologist because they can't find one covered by insurance. They want advice on ensuring they get the prescription and not just a recommendation for biotin pills.