A 19-year-old is using keto shampoo, topical Minoxidil 5% for 3 months, and topical finasteride 0.1% for 1.5 months to address hairloss. They are noticing baby hairs and shedding, questioning if the hairs will thicken and if more time is needed for finasteride to work.
The user is using finasteride (1 mg daily), topical minoxidil, and microneedling with a derma stamp for hairloss. They reported shedding stopped and new hair growth appeared after a few months, with no side effects.
The user has been on dutasteride for 4.5 months after switching from finasteride due to hair thinning, and is experiencing significant hairloss despite also using minoxidil and microneedling. Many responses suggest that dutasteride takes time to show results, often requiring patience for up to a year or more, and recommend not stopping finasteride abruptly to avoid shedding.
A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hairloss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hairloss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.
A 23-year-old male has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and drinking topical minoxidil for almost four months to combat hairloss, seeing reduced shedding and some regrowth. Users advise against drinking minoxidil and suggest that using both finasteride and dutasteride together is overkill.
A 21-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride, 2ml minoxidil, and supplements for almost 3 months but is still experiencing hairloss. Responses advise patience and consistency, noting that initial shedding is common.
A 20-year-old male uses oral finasteride daily, ketoconazole shampoo, rosemary and castor oil, and dermarolls for hairloss. Despite initial shedding and some baby hair growth, he worries these treatments may not be enough long-term.
A 22-year-old shared progress pictures after 3 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, and rosemary oil for aggressive hairloss. The treatments helped with dryness and itchiness, despite initial heavy shedding.
The user has been on finasteride for 8 months and minoxidil for 3 months, experiencing minor regrowth at the temples but overall worse hairloss, with constant shedding and itching. They are concerned about thinning on the sides and nape, questioning if it's diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and seeking advice on what to do next.
The conversation is about a person's 6-week progress using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, 0.5 mg dutasteride, weekly derma stamping at 1.5 mm, and rosemary oil for hairloss, with some initial shedding but no side effects. They are optimistic about future results.
After six months on 1.25 mg of finasteride, a user reports significant hair regrowth with no major shedding and uses a local brand of the medication. Some users inquire about side effects and brand differences, while others share their own experiences and concerns about hairloss treatment.
A person has been using finasteride, minoxidil, OM, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hairloss for various durations but is still experiencing constant shedding and thinning. Suggestions from others include checking for potential nutritional deficiencies.
A 20-year-old male has been using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Nizoral for 9 months to treat hairloss. Despite the treatment, he believes his condition has worsened and he's experiencing intense shedding.
This user, "ediblediety", has been taking oral minoxidil (1.25 mg daily), keto shampoo and occasional derm-rolling for 4 months to treat their hairloss, and they have experienced a shedding phase after the first few weeks of use. They report improvements in the thickness of their facial and body hair, but note that this may be daunting to women.
User shared 8-month progress using Fin, Min, RU daily and Nizoral twice a week for hairloss. Experienced shedding, but saw improvement and gained hope.
A 23-year-old male is using finasteride (1mg daily), derma rolling, and Nizoral for hairloss treatment, experiencing increased shedding and side effects like anxiety, decreased libido, and fatigue. Despite no positive changes in hair after three months, he plans to continue finasteride and may consider RU58841 or CB as future treatments, avoiding minoxidil due to past negative experiences.
A user shared their 6-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling for hairloss. They reported positive results but noted ongoing shedding.
A 32-year-old male shares his 5-year progress using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and ketoconazole for hairloss. Despite consistent use, he feels his hair isn't as thick as before and is concerned about continued shedding and hairline miniaturization.
Finasteride can cause scalp itch and inflammation, possibly due to DHT changes, but these effects are often temporary and part of the shedding phase. Consistent use of finasteride may show results after 6 months, with potential hair regrowth and slowed hairloss.
A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hairloss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.
The user has been using finasteride for 2 years, nizoral for 1.5 years, topical minoxidil for 1 year, and microneedling for 3 months to treat hairloss but hasn't seen improvement or regrowth, even experiencing shedding with new treatments. They are concerned about continued thinning despite the treatments.
Dutasteride may be better for the brain than Finasteride, potentially increasing dopamine levels and causing fewer side effects. For those switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride to prevent hairloss, it's recommended to continue Finasteride for 3-4 months while starting Dutasteride to avoid shedding due to Dutasteride's long half-life.
The user has been using a combination of Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, biotin, and multivitamins for 7 months to treat hairloss. They experienced shedding between months 5-6 but have noticed hair regrowth, especially around the crown area, and less shedding recently.
Actor Paul Mescal, who has a receding hairline, and how it affects his success in the entertainment industry. People discussed how styling can help disguise hairloss, and that hairloss doesn't necessarily mean one's appearance is immediately ruined. Treatments such as Minoxidil and Finasteride were mentioned to combat hairloss.
User has been on finasteride and switched to Dutasteride 6 months ago, using minoxidil, tretinoin, microneedling, and RU-58841, but still experiencing hairloss. Advice given includes waiting 6-18 months for Dutasteride results and checking if it's definitely MPB.
The conversation is about hairloss and treatments, with suggestions to use finasteride or dutasteride as DHT blockers and minoxidil for regrowth. Oils and shampoos are considered ineffective for androgenic alopecia without these medications.
Hairloss and the various treatments available, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, dermarolling, RU58841, mesotherapy, Rogaine, and scalp massages. The discussion also includes regret for not starting treatment earlier and advice to start early in order to avoid further balding.
User experienced hairloss from Norwood 3.5 to Norwood 5 with diffuse thinning after using a hair system for 2 years. Tried Redensyl, Capixyl, Bicapil, Biotin, multivitamins, Fin, and Min without significant improvement, seeking advice for hair recovery.