community 2 years of recovering & growing my hair
A user shared their 2-year hair recovery journey using minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, iron, zinc, selenium, cyproterone, and estrogen. They started losing hair at 15 and are now 24.
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30-60 / 1000+ resultscommunity 19M Am i recovering from the minoxidil shedding?
A user shared progress pictures showing hair recovery after minoxidil shedding. They are also using dutasteride and expect further improvements in the coming months.
community 40 days - 0.5 dut/5mg biotin/5% trop minox/2x week dermaroll
The user is using a hair recovery treatment with 0.5 mg dutasteride, 5 mg biotin, 5% topical minoxidil, and dermarolling twice a week. They are considering using a 1.5 mm dermaroller and red light therapy.
community Oral fin and topical min 6 months update… what NW am I now?
User shared 6-month progress of hairline recovery using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, asking for current Norwood scale rating. Responses praised impressive results, with estimates ranging from Norwood 1.5 to 3.
community 35 MTF - Born balding, went bald, recovering hair
A 35-year-old MTF individual shared their hair recovery journey, using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Estradiol, Spironolactone, Microneedling, and Exosomes. They recently had a hair transplant and are documenting the healing process.
community Melatonin options for Europe??? *Retrograde Alopecia*
A user is considering using melatonin for hair recovery on the side and neck area but is unsure about the best options in Europe and whether a dietary supplement form can be applied to the scalp. They found a product but are hesitant and seeking opinions on its use for alopecia.
community Itching during shedding phases: Nuancing the DHT itch?
Increased scalp itching during shedding phases while on finasteride treatment may coincide with hair regrowth and recovery. This suggests that itching might not always indicate continued hair loss and could encourage persistence with the treatment.
community Follow up to covid and hair loss: how long did it take to grow back your hair after loss hair from Covid?
People are discussing hair loss after COVID, with one person reporting significant thinning and asking about recovery time and treatments. Their current treatment includes daily Minoxidil, daily 0.5mg Dutasteride, twice-weekly Ketoconazole 2%, daily RU58841, and weekly microneedling.
community 1 year finasteride results on crown
The post discusses a user's one-year experience using finasteride 1mg daily for hair loss, including initial irregular use, continued shedding of weak hair, acne in the thinning area treated with fusidic acid, and weekly use of Ketoconazole. A reply suggests adding Minoxidil for potentially full hair recovery.
community 1 year and 3 months on Finasteride. No side effects.
A user happy with their 1 year and 3 months of finasteride use with no side effects, which has resulted in recovery of their hairline. Other users have responded with congratulations, questions, and caution against using the medication at such a young age.
community Beard to Scalp Hair Transplants - are they any good?
Beard to scalp hair transplants can provide 12,000-15,000 grafts for coverage, with fast recovery time. However, beard hair may grow curly and not suitable for frontal areas.
community Does Dutasteride Significantly Reverse Hair Loss?
Dutasteride, especially at higher doses, is considered more effective than Minoxidil for hair regrowth by blocking DHT, which causes hair loss. Combining Dutasteride with Minoxidil may enhance hair recovery by prolonging the hair growth phase.
community Is my hair condition still worth treating?
A 29-year-old considering hair loss treatment received advice to explore a theory on androgenic/anabolic balance and was encouraged to read a beginner's guide for better recovery chances. The user expressed gratitude and willingness to try the suggested approach.
community Megadosing Koshine826(Pyrilutamide), my Plan.
The user plans to use 1% Koshine826, 0.1% Alfatradiol, Minoxidil with Tretinoin, microneedling, and Stemoxydine for hair loss treatment. They expect significant recovery with this regimen.
community HRT is literal black magic. Fin 1 mg/day @ 4 years, min 2x/day @ 3 years, Estradiol 4mg/day @ 3.5 months, and Spironolactone 100mg/day @ 3.5 months (estra & spiro are medicines you should likely not take if you are a cis man)
User shared progress on hair regrowth using Fin 1 mg/day for 4 years, Min 2x/day for 3 years, Estradiol 4mg/day, and Spironolactone 100mg/day for 3.5 months. They noted significant hairline recovery and advised against HRT for cis men due to feminizing effects.
community 3 months fin/min progress (age 31)
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 Dutasteride 0.5 mg 10 months progress
A user shared their 10-month progress using 0.5 mg Dutasteride for hair loss. Another user noted the hair looks thicker and healthier, with some recovery at the front.
community Finasteride and Minoxidil Progression Photos through 4.5 months
The user shared their hair regrowth progress using Finasteride and Minoxidil, showing significant improvement. They are considering adding dutasteride for further recovery and reported no side effects.
community Derminator2 causing scars (microscope images attached)
User experienced scarring from microneedling at fast speed and paused treatment for 3-4 weeks to recover. Advice given includes waiting a full month for recovery to avoid scars.
community 8months fin 4.5 months min progress
The user has been using 5mg oral Minoxidil daily and started with 1mg Finasteride daily, but reduced the dose due to side effects and is considering trying RU58841. They are concerned about thinning hair despite some temple recovery and are seeking advice on maximizing progress.
community Polydopamine Synergizes with Quercetin Nanosystem to Reshape the Perifollicular Microenvironment for Accelerating Hair Regrowth in Androgenetic Alopecia.
A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgenetic alopecia by reshaping the perifollicular microenvironment, outperforming minoxidil in hair regeneration. The nanosystem promotes cell proliferation, hair follicle renewal, and recovery by scavenging reactive oxygen species and enhancing neovascularity.
community RU58841 and Min - topical 50 mg each day
The conversation is about a person's hair improvement after 14.5 months using RU58841 and Minoxidil topically at 50 mg each day, with noticeable hairline improvement but incomplete crown area recovery. The person struggles to take good pictures of their crown area.
community Progress on Hims serum 25th Feb - 6th April
The conversation is about someone's hair regrowth progress using Hims serum from February 25th to April 6th. Users commented on the noticeable improvement and potential for full hair recovery.
community 40 days of dutasteride and 55 days of topical minoxidil
The conversation discusses a person's hair regrowth after using dutasteride for 40 days and topical minoxidil for 55 days, along with weekly dermarolling. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil and asking about potential recovery.
community Back again with a 17 month update. (Fin/Min doing the heavy lifting, occasional 0.5mm microneedling, and Nizoral for scalp health) - Angles are not identical but whatever - Expecting and hoping to be back to pre-hairloss hairline within 6 months from now.
The conversation is about a user's 17-month progress in treating hair loss using finasteride, minoxidil, occasional 0.5mm microneedling, and Nizoral. The user reports significant hairline recovery and aims to achieve a pre-hair loss hairline within the next 6 months.
community My conclusive research on Hairline and most other facets of appearance
The user emphasizes hydration, androgen receptors, and a 7-day ejaculation recovery period for appearance enhancement. They suggest Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss, along with a diet rich in animal fats, specific exercises, and fasting.
community 8 months update. Oral Fin, topical Min and 1.5 dermaroll
The user has been using Minoxidil for over 10 years, started Finasteride 8 months ago, and is happy with the hair recovery results; they also use a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly and a 0.5mm occasionally. Some believe starting with Minoxidil is less effective than addressing DHT directly, and there's curiosity about whether dermarolling aids absorption.
community 2 years update [finasteride and 5 mg oral minoxidil
User shared 2-year hair loss progress using finasteride 3 times a week and 5 mg oral minoxidil daily. Another user praised the results as a complete recovery.
community Finasteride + 5% Minoxidil with Tretinoin - From December to Now
The conversation is about someone's progress with hair loss treatment using Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil with Tretinoin, showing improvement in just 4 months and expecting full hair recovery by the end of the year.
community 22M Exact three months of medication. Dut(0.5mg/day)+minox(2 times a day)+vitamin D (60k/week)
User took Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Vitamin D for hair loss treatment and saw improvement in 2 months. Vitamin D deficiency played a role in recovery.