community Countering oral minoxidil side effects by taking collagen supplements?
Oral minoxidil may deplete collagen, potentially causing skin aging. Users discuss whether taking collagen supplements can counteract this effect.
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120-150 / 157 resultscommunity 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 Is microneedling supposed to be a blood bath? 1mm dermastamp
The conversation is about someone experiencing a lot of bleeding from using a 1.0mm microneedling device for hair loss treatment and asking if it's normal. Various users suggest that the bleeding is excessive and recommend using shorter needles or less pressure, while others share their own microneedling practices with different needle lengths and no bleeding.
community Diffuse thinning fucking sucks
The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.
community Progress - Min, Fin, and Nizoral.
The user shared progress photos showing hair regrowth after using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Nizoral since mid-2023, and plans to replace derma rolling with Tretinoin. They discussed their routine, the initial shedding phase, and their experience with side effects, while others commented on the visible improvement.
community Roughly one year on finasteride
The conversation is about someone's positive experience with 0.5 mg of finasteride daily for hair loss, noting potential contributions from vitamins and health improvements. Side effects and observations from others include watery semen and questions about hair regrowth and shedding phases.
community Does whey protein and creatine aggravate hair loss?
The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hair loss. Some users report hair loss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.
community 5 months post op in 5 days 4500 graphs - hair is starting to fill out nicely 🥹 low dosage RU .25ml on native hairs daily ( avoiding transplant hair ) prp once a month. No other medications and ALL hair loss has halted - Next update will post up between 6-8 months.
The user "Curious_Conflict_959" shared a progress picture of their hair transplant after 5 months. They used a low dosage of RU on native hairs and had PRP treatments. All hair loss has stopped.
community 11 Months Topical Fin 0.3%+Min 6% daily, Last 2 Months Added Min 5% Foam at Night, Late 30s Male Progress
The user "_Mad_Jack_" shared their progress pictures of using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months. They experienced good hair retention and increased overall hair count, but no regrowth of the hairline. They are considering switching to oral finasteride and microneedling for better results. Testicular pain was a side effect experienced during the treatment. Another user mentioned getting a hair transplant to cover their crown.
community Parents found my finasteride stash and are forcing me to dispose all of it
A 21-year-old has been using finasteride for nearly a year with positive results for hair loss. His parents found his stash, misunderstood the risks, and are forcing him to dispose of it, leading him to seek advice on handling the situation.
community 1 year of regular fin after years of anxiety
User GreatCanuck experienced hair regrowth after using finasteride for a year, reducing anxiety about hair loss. Others in the conversation shared similar positive experiences and discussed family members using the treatment.
community Almost 2 months on fin / nizoral shampoo / microneedling 1x week
User shares progress after 2 months using finasteride, nizoral shampoo, and microneedling for hair loss. Comments discuss early treatment, results, and differing opinions on starting treatments.
community Blood DHT Levels – before and after creatine
The impact of creatine on DHT levels, and whether it could cause accelerated male pattern baldness (MPB). The user taking a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor found that their DHT levels actually reduced despite taking creatine for nine weeks. Replies suggested looking into testosterone levels as well and debating the safety of creatine use in relation to MPB.
community 3 Weeks After the Hair Transplant (before the ugly duckling phase). In my 20s, got some hope back
A user who underwent a hair transplant in their twenties and are now discussing the best treatments for long-term management of hair loss, such as finasteride and Minoxidil, as well as potential alternative treatment options like RU58841.
community 5 Months Results - Fin/Min/Keto Shampoo/Dermapen
Treatments for hair loss, including using finasteride and minoxidil regularly, together with keto shampoo and dermapen; the user's progress since starting treatment five months ago; and discussion of potential side effects.
community Started balding at 20, tried everything, gave up. Then got a custom hair piece & it helped me embrace being bald! AMA
A user who started balding at 20 trying different treatments to combat hair loss before eventually embracing being bald and getting a custom hair piece as an option. Various people commented on his looks with and without the wig, generally agreeing that he looked better bald.
community 3.5 months Topical Finasteride/Monoxidal
Hair loss treatment with topical finasteride/minoxidil, which had good results after 3.5 months of application. The user also asked if there was any reason to take the oral pill version and if anyone has ever tried mixing them together.
community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.
community Trestolone (MENT) as a nuclear treatment
Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.
community Had my 6 month checkup today and saw better results than I thought. More full up top and my facial hair has also gotten fuller as well
A user who has seen results of hair regrowth after 6 months of using finasteride 1.25mg daily, and topical foam minoxidil twice a day for 3 months before switching to once a day; other users have advised against increasing the dose of finasteride due to lack of additional scalp DHT reduction and increased risk of side effects.
community A 5 month difference on the BIG 4 . Oral minoxidil plus Dutasteride results.
Ramsko1's experience with a hair loss regimen of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole cream, and dermarolling, which they started after considering taking their own life due to hair loss. Other users replied to offer support and ask questions about specific treatments.
community Can I punch someone if they make fun of my hair loss, just like Will Smith did?
Hair loss's social impact, focusing on Will Smith defending Jada Pinkett Smith's alopecia. The conversation highlights double standards between men and women experiencing hair loss and emphasizes empathy.
community 6 months progress on Topical FIN/MIN, Topical DUT for NW7
User made progress with topical Finasteride/Minoxidil and topical Dutasteride for hair loss. Microneedling at 1.5mm daily was also mentioned as part of the treatment.
community Vitamin C and hair growth PH levels
The conversation is about using vitamin C and Magnesium L-Threonate for hair growth by reducing DHT binding to dermal papilla cells. The original post about vitamin C's pH levels and sebum control was possibly removed by a moderator.
community About 1 year of fin and min. To everybody who told me to get on fin, thank you. You saved my mental health. ❤
User shared 1-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil, thanking others for the recommendation. Many congratulated the user, while some asked about dosages and shared their own experiences with the treatments.
community 3 months on fin/min/micro needling/scalp massages
User experienced significant hair growth in 3 months using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and scalp massages. Others questioned the authenticity of the results due to the rapid progress.
community Whenever I see a woman I'm attracted to I feel immense shame and self hatred
A person feels intense shame and self-hatred due to baldness and poor self-image, affecting their confidence and social interactions. Suggestions include therapy, exercise, braces, hair transplants, and using finasteride.
community My strong recommendation for those shedding hair
A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hair loss.
community Giving up on ever feeling comfortable in my body
The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.
community 22 years since the last major development
The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments since the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hair transplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.