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      community FIN ONLY: 6 month progress update and some questions

       7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride 1mg daily for over 6 months, experiencing halted hair loss and some regrowth, with no significant side effects. They are considering adding minoxidil or a natural alternative to address thin areas and are advised to continue finasteride for another 18 months.

      community Allergic to minoxidil

       3 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is allergic to minoxidil and experienced severe itching and redness. They are considering alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment.

      community Starting Propecia with pre-existing erecticle dysfunction

       4 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 19-year-old with diffuse hair thinning and erectile dysfunction is considering starting Propecia (finasteride) while already using a minoxidil solution with anti-androgens. Concerns are raised about the psychological nature of erectile dysfunction and the potential systemic effects of anti-androgens, with suggestions to address porn addiction and consult a doctor about hormone therapy.

      community Long-term experiences with minoxidil only

       6 upvotes 2 days ago
      Minoxidil can help with hair regrowth but stopping it may lead to worse hair loss than before starting. Finasteride is more effective for long-term stability but has potential side effects that some users prefer to avoid.

      community Is Harry Kane on fin? His hairline seems constantly the same for years

       28 upvotes 5 days ago
      Harry Kane's hairline appears stable despite his family history of baldness, leading to speculation about his use of finasteride or other treatments. Some users discuss similar cases of slowed or halted hair loss in other individuals, attributing it to genetics or potential treatments.

      community 3 month mark - 0.025% fin 6% min

       8 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 22-year-old is using 0.025% topical finasteride and 6% minoxidil nightly, seeing new hair growth and reduced hair loss. They are considering increasing finasteride dosage but are cautious about potential side effects.

      community 32 Years Old 1 Year on Finasteride (Oral + Vitamins Only) — With Video

       8 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user switched to Cimed's finasteride, noticing reduced hair shedding and improved hair density, while also managing anxiety with sertraline and taking vitamins. They experienced a temporary decrease in libido after increasing the finasteride dose but observed thicker eyebrows and plan to update on progress in six months.

      community M24, hair still thin after months using minoxidil

       6 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced hair thinning after weight loss and has been using 5mg oral minoxidil for almost 9 months, seeing some improvement but seeking further results. Users suggest adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or considering alternatives like microneedling and natural DHT blockers.

      community Say goodbye to facial hair development Dutasteride

       39 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 19-year-old started Dutasteride at 17 to combat aggressive hair thinning, which halted his facial hair development despite having strong beard genetics. He also used oral and topical Minoxidil without success for facial hair, and the discussion highlights the impact of DHT blockers on beard growth.

      community Dut once a week vs finaster 0.25mg daily? What maintains better?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after reducing finasteride to 0.25mg daily and taking dutasteride once a week. They are considering adding KX-826 to their regimen and are seeking advice on whether to increase dutasteride frequency or return to finasteride.

      community Hairline recovered, but temples won’t grow out.

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 26-year-old male has been treating hair loss for over three years using microneedling, minoxidil, and dutasteride, achieving good regrowth but struggling with temple hair growth. He considers reducing his minoxidil dose and possibly getting a hair transplant in the future.

      community Medium progress pics (30yo MTF)

       179 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 30-year-old MTF individual shares their hair regrowth journey using feminizing HRT, Minoxidil, and occasional dermarolling, noting significant progress but acknowledging ongoing challenges with thin hair. They express hope for continued improvement and consider a future hair transplant if necessary.

      community 3 month progress stating in April

       130 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user shared their 3-month hair regrowth progress using Rogaine, dermastamp, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and Nizoral shampoo, considering adding finasteride. Others advised starting finasteride soon, suggesting the hair loss might not be male pattern baldness but possibly due to a calorie deficit.

      community Natural protocol doesn’t work !

       14 upvotes 3 months ago
      Natural treatments for hair loss were ineffective for OP, who saw improvement only after starting minoxidil and finasteride. Users suggest that proven medications like finasteride and minoxidil are more effective than natural remedies.

      community Losing ground after 1.5 years on DUT. Any suggestions?

      3 months ago
      The user has been using oral dutasteride (DUT) for 1.5 years but is experiencing hair thinning again and is considering increasing the dose or adding topical treatments like RU58841, despite concerns about side effects. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil or waiting to see if the thinning is just a temporary shed.

      community 2.5 Months on Dutasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil

       151 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced increased sex drive and financial cost after 2.5 months on Dutasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil. They advise starting treatment early to prevent hair loss and mention that side effects are minimal, with Dutasteride having a longer-lasting presence in the system compared to Finasteride.

      community 4 Months of Progress (Finasteride, Minoxidil)

       38 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 29-year-old male shares his 4-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, noting new hair growth along his hairline. He experienced temporary side effects but reports improvement and now feels comfortable going out without a hat.

      community Exceedingly slow progress, or just short hair?

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user started using 0.5mg Dutasteride, switched to 10mg oral Minoxidil, and began micro-needling in February 2026, noticing slow but steady hair growth. Other users suggest using lower doses of Minoxidil and commend the visible progress.

      community Michael Scott Season 1 vs Season 7 Hair

       789 upvotes 4 months ago
      Steve Carell's hair transformation from Season 1 to Season 7 of "The Office" is attributed to a possible hair transplant and changes in styling. Discussions also mention the use of treatments like Propecia and Accutane for skin and hair issues.

      community Dutasteride + Oral Minoxidil results so far

      in Is this regrowth?  65 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user reported improved hair density using Dutasteride 0.5mg and Oral Minoxidil 3.75mg, along with Nizoral shampoo and oils. There was debate about the validity of the progress due to differences in lighting and angles in the photos.

      community 21 Year Old- Progress on Oral Min and Fin

      in Update  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth and thickening after eight months of using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg oral finasteride, along with keto shampoo and micro stamping. He reported no side effects and noted that improvements were most noticeable in months 7-8, particularly at the hairline and corners.

      community Any good place to buy KX-826, AHK‑Cu and PTD-DBM?

       1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses purchasing experimental hair loss treatments KX-826, AHK-Cu, and PTD-DBM, with the user already using Minoxidil and having side effects from Finasteride. Concerns about the legitimacy of certain suppliers and the authenticity of products like pp405 are also mentioned.

      community One month of Fin + Min, dermaroll and shampoo

      in Is this regrowth?  39 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 35-year-old is using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, and rosemary with biotin oil to address hair thinning. They are considering the effectiveness of their current regimen and contemplating adjustments, such as discontinuing topical minoxidil or trying dutasteride for better results.

      community Can a THICK and DENSE beard partially compensate esthetically MPB

       3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss is using minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo but had to stop finasteride due to side effects. They are considering a hair transplant and debating whether a thick beard can compensate for hair loss in terms of attractiveness.

      community 3 months on Fin/Min oral chewable

       627 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth and thicker hair after 12 weeks on 1.25mg Finasteride and 2.5mg Minoxidil chewables, with no side effects. They plan to reassess the need for a hair transplant after seeing further progress.

      community What is the next step for me? Help me bros. Dut 2.5 or RU?

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and is considering increasing their dutasteride dosage or trying RU58841, but is concerned about the effectiveness and side effects. Other users suggest sticking with dutasteride 0.5 mg daily and adding oral minoxidil for better results.