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GlossaryPiloerection

involuntary hair follicle contraction causing goosebumps

Piloerection, commonly known as goosebumps, is the involuntary reaction where tiny muscles at the base of hair follicles contract, causing the hair to stand up. This response is typically triggered by cold temperatures or emotional stimuli such as fear or excitement, and is a vestigial reflex inherited from our ancestors, who had more body hair and used this mechanism to appear larger or to trap an insulating layer of air.

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community Why the fuck dont my temples/ vertcle bars become more thicker?

in Minoxidil 10 upvotes 5 months ago

A user is frustrated with slow and thin hair regrowth at the temples despite using Minoxidil for six months, along with dermastamping, oiling, vitamins, and exercise. They are seeking advice on why vellus hairs are not thickening.

community Progress pictures: March 2024-October 2024.

in Progress Pictures 413 upvotes 1 week ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil 5% twice daily and 1mg finasteride daily, along with microstamping every 14 days. They reported initial shedding but achieved satisfying results by month four, with minimal side effects.

community 3 month progress on min + fin capsule

in Is this regrowth? 400 upvotes 4 weeks ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth in three months using a capsule containing minoxidil and finasteride. They reported no major side effects and plan to continue the treatment until their late 20s.

community Table of the relationship between physical exercise and the regeneration of the deminiaturized hair follicle

in Research/Science 44 upvotes 1 month ago

Exercise, especially leg workouts, combined with finasteride and minoxidil, may enhance hair regrowth. Cold exposure, like cold showers, might further boost results.

community 4 months of progress and I’m amazed

in Progress Pictures 64 upvotes 4 months ago

The user saw significant hair regrowth after using rosemary-castor oil, scalp massages, a derma roller, biotin shampoo, minoxidil-finasteride spray, and a PRP injection. They plan to continue this routine.

community Physio-metabolic method (antiandrogen, minoxidil, leg training and cold)

in Treatments 309 upvotes 5 months ago

The method combines finasteride, minoxidil, intense leg exercises, and cold exposure to treat androgenetic alopecia. It aims to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, enhancing hair growth.

community 1 Year regrowth 24M Fin and Min restored hairline

in Progress Pictures 918 upvotes 5 months ago

A 24-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using 1mg finasteride daily and 2.5mg oral minoxidil. The results appear natural without enhancements.

community 1 Year Later - Dutasteride + Minoxidil Foam

in Progress Pictures 82 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth and thickness after one year of using Dutasteride and Minoxidil Foam. They mentioned regrowing hair on their temples and achieving the thickest hair since high school.

community AGA responded to steroid shots? Biopsy wrong? Please help!

in Female 2 upvotes 5 months ago

A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.

community M20 1.5 months vs 8 months fin + min

in Is this regrowth? 6 upvotes 5 months ago

A 20-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily for 1.5 to 8 months and is unsure about regrowth. Suggestions include continuing the treatment, trying microneedling, or considering oral minoxidil.

community UPDATE (29 Male) 1.25mg oral fin (16 Months) and 5mg oral min (6 Months)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 156 upvotes 5 months ago

A 29-year-old male has been using 1.25mg oral finasteride for 16 months and 5mg oral minoxidil for 6 months to treat hair loss. The replies indicate positive feedback on the treatment's results.

community My dad 61y/o healed from full bald to full head of hair

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 177 upvotes 9 months ago

A user's 61-year-old father regained a full head of hair after four years on dutasteride for his prostate and five months of weight loss and exercise. The user decided to switch from finasteride to dutasteride and continue exercising, inspired by his father's results.

community 5 month hair progress on fin+min

in Progress Pictures 621 upvotes 3 weeks 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 My microneedling journey (no min, fin, etc)

in Microneedling 187 upvotes 1 month ago

The user experienced positive hair growth results using microneedling with rosemary and mint oil, without Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They switched from a dermaroller to a microneedling pen and targeted different scalp areas weekly.

community 3 months on the big 3 and coco,rosemary oil

in Progress Pictures 105 upvotes 2 months ago

A user shared their 3-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, dermaroller, coconut oil, and rosemary oil for hair loss. They reported improvements in their hairline and crown.

community 27/M closing in on a year of fin and min, feel like it’s only gotten worse.

in Chat 62 upvotes 3 months ago

A user reported no improvement in hair loss after nearly a year of using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and weekly microneedling. Other users suggested the possibility of DUPA or retrograde alopecia and mentioned that treatments might only slow down hair loss rather than regrow hair.

community 10 months, a new person. Propecia oral minoxidil topical

in Progress Pictures 498 upvotes 3 months ago

A user shared their 10-month hair loss progress using Propecia, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. The results were highly praised, with requests for more details on dosages and routine.

community 2 months back on Fin/Min after stopping treatment for 2 years. First pic is a bit deceptive because I had a 1mm buzzcut and lighting right above me, but it's definitely filling back in.

in Progress Pictures 406 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after two months back on finasteride and minoxidil, following a two-year break. The user also mentioned experimenting with hair dye and considering growing their hair for an undercut.

community 3 months 1 mg fin and 5% topical min once a day

in Is this regrowth? 482 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared positive results after 3 months of using 1 mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil daily for hair regrowth. Other users expressed amazement and shared similar experiences, with one noting potential shedding around months 5-7.

community Hair Growth Journey: 10 months

in Progress Pictures 252 upvotes 5 months ago

A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.

community I’m on a crazy hairloss stack and I’m still losing hair and not experiencing any regrowth. What is going on?

in Treatment 31 upvotes 5 months ago

The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.

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 Stop expecting results in 2 months!

in Treatment 125 upvotes 6 months ago

People discussing hair loss treatments emphasize the need for patience, as results from using finasteride and minoxidil can take 8-12 months or longer. Some users report early signs of improvement, while others experience continued shedding or slower progress.