A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.
A user shared their 4-year progress using finasteride (1 mg) and 11 months of oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) for hair loss. They reported thicker, better-quality hair with no side effects and plan to continue the regimen, possibly adding micro-needling and dutasteride.
A male in his early 40s, who experienced side effects from finasteride, used 2.5% topical spironolactone for one year with no side effects but minimal regrowth. He plans to try a 5% spironolactone solution next.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 3 months using a topical foam with 5% Minoxidil and 0.25% Finasteride. They plan to add derma rolling to their routine.
A user shared their experience using RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride for hair loss, noting good results but increased acne from RU58841. They plan to replace RU58841 with Finasteride while continuing Minoxidil.
A user shared their two-year progress using only topical finasteride for hair loss, recently adding keto shampoo, and plans for a hair transplant. They experienced regrowth and halted hair loss without using minoxidil due to side effects.
A user is quitting ketoconazole shampoo, believing it worsened their hair condition, and plans to use clarifying, keratin, and pH balanced moisturizing shampoos instead. Another user suggests using conditioner after ketoconazole to prevent dryness.
User experienced telogen effluvium and diffuse thinning, started using 5% minoxidil two months ago, and resolved several deficiencies. They report noticeable improvement in hair health and plan to update progress in a month.
A user shared their 60-day progress in treating hair loss using 1.0mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, biotin, hims shampoo, and dermastamping twice a week. They plan to continue this routine for a year before considering a hair transplant consultation.
The user shared a 4-month hair loss treatment update, using Kirkland liquid minoxidil twice daily, microneedling with 1.5mm and 0.5mm needles, and applying rosemary oil twice a week. They plan to start taking finasteride and also grew a beard by microneedling and applying minoxidil to their face.
The user started treating their slightly thinning, receded hairline with a serum containing Redensyl and other ingredients, and dermarolling weekly. They recently began taking finasteride and plan to stop Redensyl in the future to test if hair loss resumes.
The conversation is about a 40-year-old trying a homemade topical hair loss treatment combining finasteride and minoxidil, and considering microneedling after previous side effects from oral finasteride. They plan to provide updates on the results and any side effects.
After 11 years on Finasteride, a user's hair is thinning again, suggesting hair may become more sensitive to DHT with age. They plan to introduce Dutasteride once a week, as they cannot tolerate Minoxidil.
A user added 1% NMN to their 5% minoxidil mix for hair loss, which also includes melatonin, ginkgo, nettle root, and plans to add caffeine. They are asking if anyone has tried topical NMN for hair growth.
A user shared their experience with Finasteride for hair loss, noting improvement but still some thinning. They plan to get a hair transplant to address remaining thin spots and strengthen their hairline.
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.
A user is trying Ayurvedic remedies for male pattern baldness, including onion juice, curry leaves, aloe vera, and a prepared oil mix. They plan to switch to minoxidil, finasteride, and PRP treatment if no improvement is seen in four months.
A user is joining a clinical trial for Clascoterone, a drug approved for acne but being tested for hair loss. They previously tried finasteride with limited success and plan to share updates on their experience with the new treatment.
A user shared a 4-month progress picture using Minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling once a week for hair loss. They plan to start finasteride soon and have experienced dry scalp and itching from the treatment.
A user shared a 3-month hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and microneedling. They also use rosemary oil and plan to continue treatment for at least 6-9 more months.
A 31-year-old man shared his 2-year experience using finasteride and minoxidil after a hair transplant on the front and mid scalp, noting improvement but still having a thin crown. He recently started dermastamping, plans to use ketoconazole shampoo, and uses hair fibers for extra confidence at events.
A 25-year-old man has been on 0.5mg Finasteride daily for a year, maintaining his hair with some regrowth and plans to increase the dose to 1mg. Some suggest adding Minoxidil for better results, while he considers it if his condition worsens.
A user shared a 6-month update on hair regrowth using Minoxidil 5% liquid twice daily and Finasteride 1mg once daily, along with weekly use of a 1mm Derma roller for 5 weeks. They are pleased with the fuller hair and plan to continue Minoxidil but may temporarily stop Finasteride when trying for a baby.
The user reported high estradiol levels after one month of using finasteride for hair loss. They discussed potential side effects and adjustments to their treatment plan.
A user discusses using latanoprost, a costly treatment that may extend the hair growth phase and improve hair quality, wondering why it's not more popular. They already use a combination of finasteride and minoxidil and plan to incorporate latanoprost into their routine.
The conversation discusses the user's experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss and a possible increase in facial wrinkles, leading to a plan to ask for a tretinoin prescription. Specific treatments mentioned are oral minoxidil and the intention to use tretinoin.
A man has seen slight hair regrowth after 7 months using oral and topical finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and supplements. He plans to start taking dutasteride, hoping for better results and is not experiencing side effects so far.
A man shared his hairline improvement after two years on 1.25mg finasteride daily and using piroctone olamine shampoo. He has not had a hair transplant and does not plan to use minoxidil.
The user started treating hair loss last summer with 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil from Costco, and weekly dermastamping. They plan to begin using dutasteride and oral 5mg minoxidil to further enhance hair growth.