User is impressed with 3-month progress using Hims oral finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin. Encouragement to view hair loss treatment as a long-term strategy.
A user experienced severe hair shedding and hairline recession after 10 months on finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil.
The conversation discusses using a low dose of topicalfinasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topicaland oral finasteride.
The conversation is about a person's hair loss treatment progress using finasteride, oral minoxidil, a derma roller once a week, and Nizoral shampoo twice a week. They shared before and after photos and have been consistent with their regimen.
A user shared progress pictures after 50 days of using finasteride, topicalminoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, noting significant hair growth and expressing surprise at the results. They plan to continue the treatment and possibly incorporate a dermastamp and increase minoxidil application if growth plateaus.
The conversation discusses personal experiences with hair loss treatments, specifically MinoxidilandFinasteride, with some users regretting not starting treatment earlier and others experiencing side effects. Some users are considering or have switched to topical formulations due to side effects from oral medications.
The user discussed their positive experience with hair loss treatments Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Dermarolling, showing significant progress in 48 days. Other users expressed interest in trying these treatments, asked about side effects, and one noted that they've observed good results in black people.
The user Consistent-Gene1334 shared their positive results in regrowing hair by using topicalminoxidiland oral finasteride. Other users in the conversation praised the results and discussed the effectiveness of these treatments for diffuse thinning.
A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hair loss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hair loss treatments like minoxidilandfinasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.
Concerns about hair loss treatments, specifically finasterideandminoxidil, and doubts about a bald dermatologist prescribing them. Users recommend finding a dermatologist who prescribes effective treatments or exploring online options for finasteride.
This user experienced an improvement in hair quality and stopped shedding by using Minoxidil 5% spray twice a day for 4 months. Other users encouraged the use of finasteride to maintain the results, as it is the only treatment that addresses the underlying cause of hair loss.
A 27-year-old man saw significant hair regrowth after starting a regimen in January that included topicalminoxidil with finasteride, vitamins D and B12, fish oil, zinc with magnesium, quitting smoking, and intermittent fasting. People commented on the effectiveness of minoxidil in Southern populations and asked about the details and timeline of his treatment.
A user shared a 25-day progress picture showing significant hairline restoration attributed to microneedling, in addition to using minoxidilandfinasteride for 6 months. Other users discussed needle length, frequency, and whether the effects of microneedling are permanent.
A user is confused about a dermatologist's positive assessment of their scalp despite concerns about their hairline. They discuss using oral minoxidil, concerns about side effects from finasteride, and difficulty finding topicalfinasteride.
Progress (in a good way). How often did you take biotin?
KarensAnon: I took biotin once daily.
KarensAnon has made 3-month progress with the use of Minoxidil foam, 0.5mm micro-needling weekly, and biotin to combat hair loss which had started at age 19. They plan to further their treatment by adding finasteride soon.
Stopping minoxidilandfinasteride for three months caused significant hair loss. The user resumed treatment with 2.5mg oral minoxidiland 0.6mg finasterideand plans to update on progress in three months.
A user's 60-day progress using minoxidilandfinasteride spray, combined with derma stamping, shampooing twice weekly, vitamins, intense conditioning training, and a carnivore/ketovore diet. The most recent post includes pictures of the progress following a haircut and shower, with hair air dried.
The user is pleased with hair regrowth after three months of using minoxidiland plans to start finasteride for further improvement. They experienced initial shedding but no significant side effects and are considering finasteride despite some medical hesitations.
The conclusion of the conversation is that oral minoxidil has been effective in saving and restoring hair, but it may have diminishing returns as you age. It is suggested to consider using finasteride in addition to minoxidil for better results.
A user shared a 60-day progress update on hair regrowth using only 5% Minoxidil foam once daily. Others suggested adding finasteride to address the underlying cause of hair loss and maintain long-term results.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (Min) andFinasteride (Fin). The original poster is considering using Min and other treatments but is hesitant about Fin, while the responses vary, with some advocating for early use of Fin and others warning about potential side effects.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth after nearly 7 months of using 1mg finasterideand dermarolling, with some users noticing thicker hair and improved density. Minoxidil was suggested but ruled out due to the user's cats, and a hair transplant was mentioned as a potential solution for completely bald areas.
User shared 18-month progress using 1 mg finasteride daily and varying doses of oral minoxidil. Minoxidil caused side effects managed with taurine, dandelion root, sauna, and collagen.
A user started taking Musely men's bloom hair pill, which contains minoxidil, dutasteride, and vitamins, and noticed a stop in hair shedding after switching from other hair loss treatments like himsand Keeps. They are questioning the effectiveness of the Musely pill due to its lower dosage of active ingredients and are curious about others' experiences with the product.
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are becoming more known, but many remain unaware of their effectiveness. There is hope for future advancements despite skepticism and misconceptions about current treatments.
The user stopped using minoxidil due to inconvenience and negative effects on hair appearance, opting to continue with finasterideand dermarolling. Other users shared mixed experiences with different minoxidil brands and forms, including oral minoxidil.
Finasteride can take over a year to show results, with some users seeing significant improvements after 1.5 to 3.5 years. Patience is key, and combining treatments like minoxidil may help.
Minoxidil, often combined with microneedling, has helped some users improve hair growth at the temples and hairline. Finasteride is also mentioned as a treatment, with mixed results on its effectiveness.
A user reported that Minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, stopped working for them despite initial success. Other users suggested not taking breaks from the treatment, checking for fake products, trying microneedling, using oral Minoxidil, combining Minoxidil with tretinoin, and using finasteride.