community Can Minoxidil be Aging My Skin?
Minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, but evidence is mixed. Alternatives like dermarolling and retinol are suggested.
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930-960 / 1000+ resultscommunity Three years + or - on the Big 3. Plus Biotin.
The conversation discusses a user's hair regrowth over three years using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and a hair transplant, along with Biotin supplementation. Some users question the authenticity of the results and the organization of the before-and-after photos.
community 3 years fighting hairloss update
Hair loss journey over 3 years, finasteride successful. Importance of positive mindset discussed.
community First three are before, last 3 are after. Almost 8 months in. Fin, Min, RU every day, Nizoral twice a week. almost at the finish line 🙏🙏🙏only thing is the crown is being stubborn. hoping it keeps improving.
User shared 8-month progress using Fin, Min, RU daily and Nizoral twice a week for hair loss. Experienced shedding, but saw improvement and gained hope.
community 50 years old 4.5 months on Fin
A 50-year-old user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, pumpkin seed oil, derma rolling, biotin shampoo, and Nizoral. They reported significant improvement in hair density and regrowth, especially in the crown and mid-scalp areas, with no side effects.
community 1 year fin 1mg and minox. can see some density reclaimed
User shared 1-year progress using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil, regaining hair density. Others praised the improvement and asked about side effects and additional treatments.
community Oral Minoxidil Study of 60 AGA patients
Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.
community 29M, 5.5 months of: 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling once a week and 20mg RU58841. No notable sides. I feel much better, and happy to have started treatment just in time. I just wish I started sooner! The dandruffy gunk you see is definitely propylene glycol from minoxidil :')
User shared 5.5-month progress using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, and 20mg RU58841, with positive results and no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, dosage adjustments, and the importance of age in treatment efficacy.
community Dermarolling is a bit sad innit?
Hair loss treatments discussed include dermarolling, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Some users find dermarolling sad, while others mention the complexity of biological systems and limited research funding for hair loss.
community My first time coming to a balding related forum, I have some questions
19-year-old experiencing hair loss seeks advice on treatments. Suggestions include Finasteride, Minoxidil, microneedling, hair systems, and consulting a dermatologist.
community Reminder that Kintors Pyrilutamide results will be out this month
Kintor's Pyrilutamide results for hair loss treatment will be released soon. The treatment may replace current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil without systemic side effects.
community 18/M 5 month transformation with RU58841 and minoxidil
An 18-year-old shared a 5-month hair transformation using RU58841 and minoxidil, reporting no side effects and crediting most regrowth to minoxidil. Opinions on RU58841 are mixed, with some users and a YouTuber moving away from it due to side effects and lack of studies.
community Take multivitamins if you have sexual side effects! it's amazing
A user shared that taking multivitamins, specifically Myprotein "Alpha Man," improved their sexual energy while on finasteride. They believe the benefits come from Zinc and Vitamin B6/12.
community Minox. 2.5 percent, Finasteride 1.25mg, Microneedling 1.5 mm, Ketoconazole shampoo and Biotin. Got better until it didn’t. Should I start dutasteride and Ru?
User experiencing hair loss tried Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Biotin. Others suggest continuing current treatment for 1-2 years before considering Dutasteride and RU58841.
community 4 month hairline update (30M) - minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, dermaroll
User shares 4-month hairline progress using minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, and dermarolling. Others discuss treatment details and express admiration for the results.
community Why I really believe the tension theory is the cause of MPB
The conversation discusses the tension theory as a cause of male pattern baldness (MPB), suggesting that scalp tension and reduced subcutaneous fat layer contribute to hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massages, and Botox.
community 4.5 months/ Fin+Niz+Keto+Vitamins+Derm+Cold Water only washes
User achieved hair regrowth in 4.5 months using Fin, Min, Nizoral, vitamins, dermarolling, and cold water washes. Cold water washes improved scalp health, but unsure if significant contributor to regrowth.
community 3 Months Finasteride 1mg/day, Rogaine 2x day, Microneedling at 1,5mm, Biotin+Multivitamins
User balding1337 shared their hair loss treatment success using Finasteride 1mg/day, Minoxidil 5% 2x/day, microneedling at 1.5mm, and Biotin+Multivitamins. Another user mentioned that microneedling with minoxidil is 3-4x more effective than minoxidil alone.
community Vitamin D advice I received after seeing my blood work.
The conversation discusses the importance of taking vitamin D with food for better absorption and its potential role in hair loss. Some users also suggest taking vitamin D with K2, getting sunlight, and using finasteride for hair loss treatment.
community 3 Months Fin+Min+Derma-rolling
User LateNightCoffeeShop shared progress after 3 months using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Derma-rolling for hair regrowth. Users discussed treatment frequency, effectiveness, and potential side effects.
community 2-month progress: Ket 3x a week, Min 2x a day, Dut 0.5 every other day, Vit D 125mcg daily, and PRP once a month.
User's 2-month progress with hair loss treatment includes Ket 3x a week, Min 2x a day, Dut 0.5 every other day, Vit D 125mcg daily, and PRP once a month. Users discuss treatment effectiveness, side effects, and alternative solutions.
community Take finasteride NOW. Life is short.
User encourages taking finasteride for hair loss, stating rare permanent side effects. Replies discuss experiences with finasteride, side effects, effectiveness, and alternative treatments.
community Minox and fin since start of January 2020, also shaved my head twice since then to get full effects of the minoxidil and reach the whole scalp easier, that’s honestly a huge key
User experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil and Finasteride since January 2020, with no side effects reported. Shaving head twice helped Minoxidil reach scalp more effectively.
community My Topical Dutasteride results. 14 months later (0.1%)
User shared their 14-month progress using topical Dutasteride at 0.1% for hair loss, with significant improvement and no side effects. Others discussed concerns about fertility and questioned the authenticity of the results.
community An argument for why we should take topical Dutasteride seriously
Topical Dutasteride may halt hair loss and effectively treat androgenic alopecia. Combining low-dose oral Dutasteride with topical application could maximize regrowth and minimize side effects.
community Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I
A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hair loss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.
community Finally seeing a modest gain after over 1 year on fin and 3 months on minox. I actually have my part returning!
User sees modest hair gain after 1 year on finasteride and 3 months on minoxidil. Others offer support and share experiences with hair loss treatments.
community My RU58841 Progress / Hair loss journey
A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, caffeine shampoo, and topical finasteride. They found RU58841 effective for diffuse thinning but experienced severe hair loss after stopping it; topical finasteride worked well for a receding hairline but caused side effects. They also use a charcoal shampoo and practice scalp massages.
community I’ve emailed MinoxidilMax and they’ve said they will try and make topical Procyanidin B2 within a month!
User TH1RT33N_DR34M shares that MinoxidilMax plans to make topical Procyanidin B2 within a month. Users discuss the legitimacy of the product, quality control, and potential results from using it for hair loss.
community 1 Year progress on topical fin and min
User shares 1-year progress using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with positive results. Some users discuss trying topical dutasteride and varying dosages, while others share their experiences and ask about specific products.