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      community The no BS guide to saving your hair without finasteride (improvement in 90% of patients in the study) with a low side effect profile or improvement in 100% of patients but a higher side effect profile and increased dosage. The future is here?

      in Minoxidil  92 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil in combination with micro-needling. Oral minoxidil has been found to improve hair density in 90% of patients with a low side effect profile, but using 5mg per day can result in higher side effects including hypertrichosis and edema. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and RU58841.

      community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

      in Styling  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.

      community What 3 months without fin& min does😔

      in Progress Pictures  261 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Stopping minoxidil and finasteride for three months caused significant hair loss. The user resumed treatment with 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 0.6mg finasteride and plans to update on progress in three months.

      community Day 1 vs Day 168 (today) of defeating the norwood reaper

      in Progress Pictures  1499 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user achieved significant hair regrowth using topical 5% minoxidil and oral 1mg finasteride daily, especially around the temples. They experienced minimal side effects, with initial difficulty maintaining erections that resolved after a few weeks.

      community 25M - 4 month progress on min + fin

      in Progress Pictures  257 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 25-year-old shared his 4-month progress using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, a 1mm dermastamp, Nizoral, and upgraded shampoo and conditioner. He feels he sees some regrowth, though some commenters attribute the change to a different hairstyle.

      community Where do you guys buy your stuff?

      in Product  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      The post discusses purchasing hair loss treatments like oral minoxidil and finasteride, which were found cheaply in Argentina. The user asks where others buy similar products, including topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841.

      community 4 months on fin/min/dermaroll/niz

      in Is this regrowth?  234 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old who has been using topical and oral Minoxidil and Finasteride with dermarolling and Nizoral for four months, experiencing improved hair health but not yet full coverage on the crown. Others have responded encouragingly to this progress.

      community DHT is about to get smashed ….

      in Update  801 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments like topical finasteride with minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and essential oils. Oral treatments like dutasteride and finasteride are seen as more effective, though some prefer topicals to avoid side effects.

      community I wish I'd kept on treatment 4 years earlier...

      in Chat  28 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user regrets not continuing hair loss treatment with finasteride earlier and plans to restart it along with minoxidil. Another user suggests trying dutasteride and oral minoxidil as a more effective treatment.

      community 5 month hair progress on fin+min

      in Progress Pictures  614 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their 5-month hair progress using oral finasteride and minoxidil, reporting positive results with minimal side effects. They use a chewable 2-in-1 product from Hims for convenience.

      community 24M Feel like giving up. Year of fin/min

      in Is this regrowth?  54 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year with little hope. Suggestions include adding dutasteride, oral minoxidil, micro needling, and considering a hair transplant.

      community Has anyone done the same thing and if so what were the results?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride and twice-daily topical minoxidil with tretinoin for a year and has now started taking 2.5 mg oral minoxidil in the mornings while continuing topical minoxidil with tretinoin at night. They are seeking feedback on whether others have experienced hair shedding with this regimen.

      community I just got back from the animal hospital and lost my cat

      in Minoxidil  475 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared a tragic experience where their cat died after being exposed to Minoxidil, warning others of its toxicity to pets. Some users discussed switching to oral hair loss treatments, while others expressed condolences and shared their own concerns and experiences with topical treatments around pets.

      community 1.5yrs Fin 5m Min.. wow it was bad

      in Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, with most gains attributed to finasteride. They also stopped using topical treatments due to scalp psoriasis and reported no major side effects.

      community Feel like I'm a reasonably good responder

      in Is this regrowth?  274 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user "OP" reported significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping. OP experienced initial shedding but no other side effects.

      community 3 months fin/min progress (age 31)

      in Progress Pictures  171 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, along with Pura D’Or anti-thinning shampoo and a scalp massager. They noticed initial worsening but later saw hair follicle recovery.

      community These is the results after 6 months

      in Is this regrowth?  148 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month results using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1mg daily, but still experiences significant shedding. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using apple cider vinegar for dandruff, and considering oral minoxidil and dutasteride.

      community Regrowth or nah? 8 months fin 0.5mg

      in Is this regrowth?  45 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user has been taking 0.5mg oral Finasteride daily for 8 months and is unsure if fine, soft, colorless hairs are regrowth. Other users suggest trying oral Minoxidil for faster results and mention their own experiences with oral treatments.

      community Comparison of options: topical vs medication

      in Female  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user diagnosed with AGA is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, comparing topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride to oral medications and natural methods like dermastamping, PRP, and LED light. They are concerned about side effects and effectiveness, especially given their existing fatigue.

      community 5 month progress hair regrowth

      in Progress Pictures  122 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice daily, derma stamping weekly, castor oil weekly, and the Nioxin system kit. Replies praised the results and inquired about the timeline and side effects.

      community Feels bad man reading some of this posts

      in Treatment  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      Obtaining treatments for hair loss, such as Finasteride and Minoxidil, without a prescription in some European countries. Replies to the post included experiences of being able to obtain treatments through pharmacies without prescriptions.

      community Results after 6 months of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  1762 upvotes 1 week ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved after six months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no side effects reported. The user plans to taper off minoxidil and is considering oral minoxidil, but is cautious due to potential heart issues.

      community 3-month progress with fin and min

      in Update  739 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 29-year-old male is experiencing positive hair regrowth after 3 months using oral finasteride (1mg) and topical minoxidil (1ml twice daily), despite side effects like scalp itchiness and dandruff. He plans to continue the treatment long-term and may switch to foam minoxidil to alleviate scalp issues.

      community Been fighting hair loss the last 5 years

      in Progress Pictures  337 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been successfully managing hair loss for five years using oral minoxidil and finasteride. They experienced significant improvement and plan to continue the treatment without breaks to maintain results.