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      community 3 days after a hair transplant

       2107 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user humorously shared their appearance three days after a hair transplant, sparking jokes and memes about their head shape. They remained positive, acknowledging the swelling and hoping for improvement.

      community (42M) 6 years Fin > Dut > Dut + Oral Min

       410 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 42-year-old man used finasteride for three years, switched to dutasteride, and added oral minoxidil, resulting in stabilized hair loss and some regrowth, especially with dutasteride. He experienced no side effects and plans to consider a hair transplant in the future.

      community Progress after 4 years of Fin?

      in Is this regrowth?  187 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and thicker hair after using finasteride daily for four years and recently added topical minoxidil. They are considering derma stamping but are cautious about switching to dutasteride due to potential side effects.

      community Progress photo - 2 years on topical minoxidil.

       6 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced crown thinning in their 30s and has been using topical minoxidil for 2 years with great regrowth results. Finasteride was not an option, and the user acknowledges minoxidil is not a permanent solution but is satisfied with the current hair stability.

      community Started balding/maturing hairline at 18…. Feel defeated

       7 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation is about dealing with early hair loss and considering treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Users suggest starting treatment early and discuss the effectiveness and side effects of these medications.

      community Dutasteride made my hair curlier

       518 upvotes 3 months ago
      Dutasteride improved hair curliness and was preferred over finasteride due to fewer side effects. The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride, taking 0.5mg daily for 6 months.

      community Will Finasteride/Dutasteride Work for me ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil after noticing low levels of Vitamin D, iron, and testosterone. Users discuss the effectiveness of these treatments and the importance of consulting a dermatologist, while also mentioning potential side effects of finasteride.

      community Oral minoxidil changed the game

       133 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) improved hair density and reduced shedding, but increased body hair growth. Users reported thicker hair and eyelashes, with some considering increasing the dosage for better results.

      community 5 Month Hair Transplant Update (3153 grafts at HLC Turkey)

       76 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 36-year-old shared a 5-month update on their hair transplant of 3153 grafts, expressing satisfaction with the progress while using finasteride and minoxidil for over 13 years. The user noted uneven growth between the right and left sides and sought advice on whether this is typical at this stage.

      community On fin and min for 8 years and always still feel like I have "ghost hair"

      in Chat  16 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 8 years and recently started dutasteride, but still experiences thin, see-through hair. Suggestions include adding probiotics, changing hairstyle, checking hormones, supplementing vitamin D3, trying laser therapy, and improving gut health.

      community 4 months on oral 0.5 dut and 2.5 min

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and improved hair volume after 4 months of using oral dutasteride (0.5 mg) and minoxidil (2.5 mg) daily, eliminating the need for a second hair transplant. The user is now satisfied with the results and feels more confident.

      community Has anyone tried castor oil?….

      in Chat  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old discusses using castor oil combined with minoxidil for alopecia areata after noticing hair loss. They seek advice on the effectiveness of this treatment.

      community Why I still use baby shampoo 10+ years after a hair transplant

       84 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience using baby shampoo for over 10 years after a hair transplant, alongside finasteride and topical minoxidil, noting its gentle and effective cleaning properties. Others shared mixed experiences, with some agreeing on its benefits and others finding it too gentle for their needs.

      community 1 year of min + 3 months of fin

      in Is this regrowth?  52 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and increased volume after using topical minoxidil for a year and adding topical finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo for three months. They reported no side effects and noted that the itchy scalp issue resolved after starting finasteride and ketoconazole.

      community 24, documentation/pictures. oral fin.

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is documenting their hair loss journey, using oral finasteride since January 2025, and plans to add microneedling and rosemary oil. They have experienced no further hair loss but no gains, and are considering oral minoxidil due to having pets.

      community Hair Regrowth timeline (Oct. 2024 - Till now)

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using a routine of 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, 0.1% dutasteride, and 0.025% tretinoin, with plans to adjust the treatment. They noticed significant improvement within a year and are considering changes to avoid potential hair shedding.

      community 4 years oral fin, 2 years oral min

      in Progress Pictures  247 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 4-year experience with oral finasteride and 2-year experience with oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, noting minor side effects like weaker erections and increased hair growth elsewhere. They reported significant regrowth primarily from finasteride and maintained a consistent dosage of 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily.

      community Been on treatment for 2 years, hair density is just getting worse

       6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for hair loss but is experiencing worsening hair density despite treatment. They are frustrated and confused as their hairline remains unchanged, but the overall hair thickness has decreased significantly.

      community Any other treatments to still be hopeful for?

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of new hair loss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, gt20029, and topical alfatradiol, and the possibility of improving their effectiveness through methods like increased concentration and microneedling. Dutasteride is also mentioned as a stronger option.

      community has anyone heard of Wellbutrin causing hairloss??

       2 upvotes 3 years ago
      Wellbutrin may cause hair loss, as several users reported increased hair shedding while on the medication, with hair regrowth observed after stopping it. Minoxidil was used by one user to help with hair loss, and turmeric was noted to thicken hair.