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      community It's so over. Im beyond cooked

      in Update 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using Dutasteride and plans to try RU58841, considering adding Oral Minoxidil. They express frustration with diffuse thinning and seek advice on managing hair loss.

      community 3 weeks on Minoxidil 5% (rogaine foam)

      in Is this regrowth?  43 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user started using Minoxidil 5% foam and plans to begin finasteride in December, noticing less shedding but uncertain about regrowth after three weeks. Others suggest it takes at least 3-6 months to see significant results, with some recommending adding finasteride and possibly switching to oral Minoxidil.

      community Possible natural pp405 solution

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      Rotenone, a natural plant extract, may promote hair growth by increasing LDH activity and blocking MPC in the scalp, but it carries risks due to its toxicity. The suggested formulation includes Barbasco extract, DMSO, propylene glycol or PEG-400, ethanol, and a carrier oil.

      community Severe diffuse thinning since 13 years old

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 15-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning plans to use minoxidil, dermarolling, and possibly ketoconazole, with hopes to later incorporate finasteride. Concerns about starting finasteride too young and the need for a dermatologist consultation are discussed.

      community One year into a healthier hair routine

      in Progress Pictures  230 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user improved hair health using natural products and plans to start using minoxidil, finasteride, and derma stamping for further hairline improvement. They wash hair weekly with Sweet Ginger shampoo and use Bamboo Charcoal for deep cleansing, while conditioning twice a week.

      community Questions about a year of hairloss

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 38-year-old man experiencing rapid hair loss plans to try minoxidil and a derma roller, and may consider finasteride if there's no improvement in six months. He seeks advice on genetic hair loss, baseline baldness, dandruff shampoo, and alternative treatments like tea tree oil and rosemary oil.

      community Finasteride @ 20 years old

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 19-year-old experiencing mild hair loss plans to start finasteride and use Nizoral, avoiding minoxidil for now. Others share their experiences with finasteride, noting minimal side effects and advising against worrying about potential negative effects.

      community Starting an experiment to test DHT levels with Fin and Creatine.

       144 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user experimented with finasteride to reduce hair loss and plans to test if creatine affects DHT levels while on finasteride. Initial results showed low DHT levels, indicating finasteride's effectiveness, with further tests planned for creatine's impact.

      community (22m) 10 month 1mg Finastride results.

       6 upvotes 2 days ago
      The user is not satisfied with the results after 10 months of using finasteride and plans to start using topical minoxidil for hair regrowth. Other users suggest considering oral minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly switching to dutasteride for better results.

      community 1 year before/after 3500 graft hair transplant

       116 upvotes 6 days ago
      A 31-year-old male shared his experience with a 3500 graft hair transplant and plans for a second procedure, using treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, a red light hat, and Nizoral. He clarified that hair transplants can be done for diffuse thinning and discussed future maintenance and graft reserves.

      community Just quit oral finasteride because of brain fog

       10 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user quit oral finasteride due to brain fog affecting job performance and plans to return to topical treatment. Other users discuss similar experiences and alternative treatments like topical dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community Is Minoxidil 5% working on me?

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user started using Minoxidil 5% foam in December 2024 for hair regrowth and plans to add finasteride 0.25% to their treatment. They shared before and after photos to show progress.

      community 9 months on finasteride and minoxidil

       82 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 9 months with minimal regrowth and plans to switch to dutasteride with a higher dose of minoxidil. They are considering a hair transplant to fill in the temples but have received mixed opinions on whether it's necessary.

      community 2 month on fin, looks terrible

      in Progress Pictures  21 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is using finasteride for hair loss and is frustrated with shedding but plans to add oral minoxidil for convenience and safety. There are concerns about using topical minoxidil around pets.

      community Hair transplant #1 7 month update

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user started oral minoxidil and finasteride two months after a hair transplant and plans to switch to dutasteride, using Nizoral and Mossi shampoos. They are considering a second transplant in Tijuana and using hair fibers and mousse for styling while waiting for medication effects.

      community 16 and diffuse thinning, screw this

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 16-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning is considering using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride at 18, while others suggest alternatives like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. Users advise consulting a doctor before starting treatments and emphasize the importance of understanding the cause of hair loss.

      community Starting Finasteride After Being on Oral Minoxidil 19M

       4 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 19-year-old is using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for hair loss and plans to add finasteride later, but is concerned about potential hair loss after starting finasteride. Others advise starting finasteride sooner to prevent further hair loss, noting that shedding is a normal part of the process.

      community One year off fin/min and I regret it

       416 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user regrets stopping finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects but plans to resume treatment. They consider using finasteride every other day and continuing topical minoxidil to manage side effects while maintaining hair.

      community Finasteride for around 8 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 8 months to address hair loss and plans to add minoxidil in January if needed. They are experiencing mixed results and are hopeful for improvement, while others in the conversation discuss similar experiences and the effectiveness of combining treatments.

      community Before vs 3 months on minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is pleased with hair regrowth after three months of using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride for further improvement. They experienced initial shedding but no significant side effects and are considering finasteride despite some medical hesitations.

      community Completed my Clascoterone study, updating as promised, no change

       14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user completed a Clascoterone study with no observable changes in hair loss and plans to try microneedling and Minoxidil next. They will microneedle weekly and apply Minoxidil twice daily, except on the night of microneedling, and compare results after six months.

      community Creatine / Whey Protein / Finasteride Hair Loss?

       6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 37-year-old with a receding hairline started using finasteride and plans to add minoxidil, concerned that creatine and whey protein might accelerate hair loss. Another user suggests these supplements likely don't increase testosterone or cause hair loss, advising to monitor personal experience.

      community Starting topical DUT soon!

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      An 18-year-old male stopped using finasteride due to side effects and plans to start topical dutasteride, considering it a potential solution with fewer side effects. He continues using minoxidil despite no noticeable results and is exploring other treatments like RU58841.