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      community Would you choose a hair system over going bald?

      in Chat  412 upvotes 5 months ago
      Some prefer hair systems for better appearance and confidence, while others find them costly and inauthentic. Alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are also considered.

      community PP405: Regrows Hair In 8 Weeks. Is This The Miracle Cure?

       168 upvotes 7 months ago
      PP405 is considered as a potential hair regrowth treatment, but users are skeptical due to past product failures. They compare it to Minoxidil and Finasteride, questioning its effectiveness and the intentions of pharmaceutical companies.

      community Creatine, my hair loss, and my DHT levels. An anecdote with lab values.

       165 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased hair loss after starting a 10g daily creatine regimen, possibly linked to elevated DHT levels despite dutasteride use. Stopping creatine reduced shedding, but the exact cause is uncertain, with discussions on exercise and lifestyle impacts.

      community The "I just want hair until im 30" cope.

      in Chat  220 upvotes 1 year ago
      Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hair loss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.

      community 16 months of consistency and this is what I get?

       478 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and finasteride, later transitioning to dutasteride and continuing with oral minoxidil. They reported no side effects and are optimistic about further improvements.

      community 5 years on finastride + 2 years minoxidil success story (hairloss started at 18)

       14 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their successful hair loss journey using finasteride for five years and minoxidil for two years, which stabilized and improved their hair condition. They experienced some shedding with minoxidil but found the routine manageable and are open to future treatments like dutasteride if needed.

      community Taking creatine while on finasteride

       51 upvotes 3 years ago
      Creatine does not significantly affect hair loss when taking finasteride. Some users report no change, while others believe it may accelerate hair loss if predisposed to male pattern baldness.

      community Finasteride won’t make all your problems go away

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  323 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared that while finasteride improved their hair, it didn't solve all their insecurities, suggesting that self-acceptance is key. Others in the conversation expressed varying opinions, with some feeling that finasteride significantly boosted their confidence and quality of life, while others acknowledged it as a solution to hair loss but not a cure-all for other personal issues.

      community PSA: If you're prone to MPB dont take creatine

       103 upvotes 3 years ago
      Creatine might speed up hair loss in those prone to male pattern baldness, possibly due to increased DHT levels. Some users experience no issues when using creatine with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride.

      community 18M 8 months progress 40mg daily dut stack

      in Progress Pictures  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old is using a high-dose hair loss treatment with 40mg daily dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and topical bicalutamide. Despite health risk concerns, especially liver issues, they report hair regrowth progress and intend to continue the regimen.

      community 14 Month Progress w/ Topical Fin+Min

       986 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared 14-month progress pictures using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about age, improvement timeline, and how to obtain finasteride.

      community PP405 is out for sale on everychem.

       94 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is suspected to be a scam, with users doubting its legitimacy and effectiveness. Many recommend using proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community More practical progress pictures post followup (1 year oral min 8 months oral fin) (22m)

       6 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after one year on oral minoxidil and eight months on oral finasteride, noting improved hair density and recession at the corners. The user also mentioned using volumizing shampoo, conditioner, and a homemade sea salt spray, while others debated the necessity and effectiveness of the treatments.

      community 10 MORE YEARS GUYS , keep your hair till then

      in Research/Science 6 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed, with mention of a new product called Finjuve. There is skepticism about finding a perfect solution, but supportive treatments are expected to improve.

      community Derek from More Plates More dates has maintained his hair for over a decade

       129 upvotes 8 months ago
      Derek has maintained his hair for over a decade using dutasteride, keto shampoo, and previously minoxidil, despite early hair loss and family history of baldness. Other users discuss their own hair loss treatments, including combinations of oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, nizoral, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy.

      community Odd Hair Growth (Possibly More Than Genetics?)

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 23-year-old user shares their hair regrowth journey, questioning if genetics or other factors are at play. They use Rogaine, finasteride, vitamin B12, biotin, Thera M Plus, and derma stamping, and seek advice on their regimen and hair growth patterns.

      community Had Anyone Here Actually Used More Than 0.5mg of Dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user inquires about the effectiveness of using more than the standard 0.5mg dose of Dutasteride for hair loss, mentioning studies suggest 2.5mg is more effective. Another user shares their experience of taking 1mg without noticing a difference, despite studies indicating 2.5mg may be better.

      community Why not Travopost? More effective than min, and stackable.

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Travoprost may be more effective than minoxidil for hair growth and can be used alongside it, but its effectiveness is debated due to inconsistent dosing results. Travoprost is expensive and not widely used, with alternatives like latanoprost and bimatoprost being more accessible.

      community Is this broscience? From More Plates, More Dates

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.

      community Dutasteride+finasteride? More effective?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user started a hair loss treatment with dutasteride, which initially stopped hair loss but later became less effective. They are considering combining finasteride with dutasteride and have also started taking vitamin D, biotics, and collagen, while others suggest trying finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and using a dermapen.

      community Minoxidil 5% application quantity

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      Using the right amount of Minoxidil is important; just ensure the thinning area is covered and wet, regardless of the number of pumps used. More product doesn't necessarily mean more regrowth.