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      community high bloodpressure and crown thinning in early 20s

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user with kidney disease and high blood pressure experienced hair thinning, especially around the vertex. They are currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil but are considering whether to resume blood pressure medication despite managing symptoms with diet and exercise.

      community Anyone used CB-03-01 (clascoterone), is it worth it, too risky??

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from low-dose topical finasteride and is considering using clascoterone (CB-03-01) despite concerns about its risks and cost. They seek advice on its effectiveness and potential side effects compared to other treatments like alfatradiol and fluridil.

      community 8-months progress: dermarolling + supplements

      in Progress Pictures  260 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared an 8-month hair loss treatment progress using daily saw palmetto and biotin capsules, weekly dermarolling, and a scalp lotion mix of castor, jojoba, and rosemary oils, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.

      community Topical Min (Liquid) Ingestion

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user inquired about safely ingesting topical 5% Minoxidil due to the unavailability of oral Minoxidil in their country. They seek advice on diluting it to match the equivalent of 1mg oral Finasteride.

      community Are baby hairs growing on fin and min?

      in Is this regrowth?  125 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether baby hairs observed after using finasteride and minoxidil will grow into terminal hairs, with mixed experiences and opinions shared on the effectiveness of these treatments for hair regrowth. Some users report positive results, while others are skeptical about the potential for significant change.

      community Microneedling doesnt seem to do anything

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 2 years, nizoral for 1.5 years, topical minoxidil for 1 year, and microneedling for 3 months to treat hair loss but hasn't seen improvement or regrowth, even experiencing shedding with new treatments. They are concerned about continued thinning despite the treatments.

      community Experience with Strut topicals?

      in Product  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user has been using a topical hair loss treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for 4 years without satisfactory results and is considering switching to a different product due to concerns about effectiveness and company reliability. They are seeking others' experiences with Strut and alternative products before making a change.

      community Any other celebrities known to be taking finasteride ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  455 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses various celebrities who reportedly use hair loss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Users share their experiences and opinions on starting treatment, with some encouraging the original poster to consult a dermatologist and consider treatment before it's too late.

      community At least my hair is getting thicker. 1.25 oral min

      in Is this regrowth?  117 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user reports hair thickening after 2 months on 1.25mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, having previously used topical minoxidil with no improvement. Other users suggest taking consistent progress photos and share their own experiences with similar treatments.

      community Nearing 7 months of 1mg fin - are there any positive signs?

      in Is this regrowth?  233 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth after nearly 7 months of using 1mg finasteride and 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.

      community got my life back (4 months min/dut)

      in Progress Pictures  276 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth experience after using minoxidil and dutasteride for four months, overcoming severe hair loss due to genetics. They also used vitamins, shampoo, a dermaroller, and a scalp massager, and saw significant improvement, gaining back their hair and confidence.

      community Diffuse thinners on topical minoxidil, how is it going for you?

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user experiencing severe shedding after starting 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss is seeking advice from others. Another user shared their positive experience with finasteride and minoxidil, suggesting that initial shedding can be a good sign and encouraging persistence with the treatment.

      community Why do people feel the need to comment on my hair when they know there's nothing I can do about it?

      in Chat  72 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 28-year-old started using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and is frustrated by insensitive comments from others about his balding, which is a sensitive topic for him. People, including a girl he's seeing, have made hurtful remarks, and the conversation includes discussions on societal double standards and advice to ignore such comments and focus on self-improvement.

      community 3 Month Progress Photos: 26 years old

      in Progress Pictures  91 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 26-year-old shared their 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, a mane solution with various oils and extracts, and microneedling. They plan to add curcumin topically and are open to suggestions for their aggressive treatment protocol.

      community Hair corners more secure after 5.5 years on fin

      in Progress Pictures  212 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about someone's hair improvement after 5.5 years on finasteride, with various users commenting on the results and discussing their own experiences with hair loss treatments. Some users can't see a difference, while others inquire about the dosage used.

      community + 5 years Finasteride and dermarroll journey PICS and ACTUAL DILEMMA

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced improved hair density and thickness after using finasteride and dermarolling for 2.5 years but noticed hair loss when doing anaerobic exercise. They increased their finasteride dose and continued dermarolling but are considering not starting minoxidil due to its perceived hassle and uncertain long-term benefits.

      community Can I Use Topical Azelaic Acid & Oral Finasteride At The Same Time?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user is considering using a topical Minoxidil solution with tretinoin and Azelaic Acid while taking oral Finasteride and is seeking advice on safety and effectiveness. They have been using Minoxidil for 10 years with mild results and oral Finasteride for a year with some positive changes.

      community Kintor does not have abandoned KX-826 - ANNUAL RESULTS 2023

      in Product  8 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses disappointment with the hair loss treatment KX-826 but notes that the company Kintor is still focused on developing and commercializing it, as stated in their 2023 annual report. The user questions the effectiveness of KX-826 in comparison to minoxidil's role in improving hair thickness and appearance.

      community Seeking Advice: Unusual Hair Loss at 31 Years Old - Any Insights? (M)

      in Chat  15 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 31-year-old man who previously had good results with minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral for hair loss is now experiencing unusual hair loss and side effects from finasteride. Respondents suggest it might be severe retrograde alopecia and recommend exploring other treatment options due to his inability to tolerate finasteride.

      community ~3 years on fin and alpecin shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  289 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and Alpecin shampoo for about three years, reporting thicker hair but an unchanged hairline. They are happy with their hair progress, noting the most improvement in the past five months, and mention a slight decrease in libido.

      community Finally regrowth on the crown of my head after five years and switch to Dut!

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 7 months ago
      After five years of no progress with hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, a person switched to a combination of topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and hydrocortisone in November 2023 and finally saw results. They had previously experienced side effects like gynecomastia from finasteride.

      community 1 Year on Fin, 2 months on Min

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 0.05% tretinoin, and 5% topical minoxidil for hair loss. They've seen hairline recession with minoxidil but also new baby hairs, indicating a positive response.