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      community Comeback is real from NW7?

      in Treatment  65 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 25-year-old who started losing hair at 16 and reached almost NW7 by 20 saw hair regrowth using a regimen including dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and a dermaroller, along with supplements like biotin, zinc, and omega-3. After initial success, they experienced shedding, added more supplements and treatments, and sought advice on whether to continue; responses encouraged them to persist as shedding is often part of the hair regrowth cycle.

      community Life after minoxidil? Has anyone stopped

      in Update  147 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe side effects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.

      community Yes, most models are absolutely on finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1107 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses how many male models and celebrities likely use finasteride to prevent hair loss, with some expressing surprise that it's not just good genetics keeping their hair intact. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride and, in one query, minoxidil.

      community Progress: From June 2022 (7 months of min + fin) to now (1 year) — I’ve lost so much density in this period and I have no idea why. I was getting pretty good resultup until that point. Is there anything else I can try? I’ve tried min, fin, tretinoin, micro needling, and castor oil. I feel hopeless.

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user lost hair density after 7 months of using minoxidil and finasteride and is seeking advice on other treatments after trying tretinoin, microneedling, and castor oil. Suggestions include checking for scalp conditions like eczema or psoriasis, changing minoxidil brands, and questioning hair dryer use and finasteride dosage.

      community 18-year progress pics. Fin only.

      in Progress Pictures  419 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.

      community Does it work? Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum, a topical treatment for hair loss. The user is considering trying it but is skeptical due to issues others have had with DIY injections of a similar substance.

      community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)

      in Transgender  591 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.

      community What an amazing time to be alive

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hair loss solution.

      community Oral Minoxidil Users In A Nutshell

      in Satire  1209 upvotes 2 years ago
      This conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. Users discussed the potential side effects of using these drugs, as well as their experiences with them.

      community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

      in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago
      In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

      community Three years + or - on the Big 3. Plus Biotin.

      in Progress Pictures  668 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a user's hair regrowth over three years using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and a hair transplant, along with Biotin supplementation. Some users question the authenticity of the results and the organization of the before-and-after photos.

      community Brutal shed at 5 months

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      User experienced significant hair regrowth with multiple treatments, but then had a brutal shedding period, losing progress. Others questioned the number of treatments used and potential side effects.

      community 4 month Finasteride and 3 month Minoxidil Results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1397 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's success in treating his diffuse and crown hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil; other users sharing their experiences, both successful and unsuccessful, and the importance of research and listening to one's body when deciding on treatments.

      community One year results on Big 3 + Dermaroll (32y/o NW7)

      in Treatment  216 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user who experienced significant hair regrowth over the course of one year by following a regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, dermarolling, biotin vitamins, vitamin D3 and collagen peptides. The post includes before/after photos and details on the brands used.

      community Minxodil collegen synthesis decrease?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      Minoxidil may age skin by slowing collagen synthesis, but using collagen peptides and a basic skincare routine might counteract this. Foam minoxidil could reduce systemic absorption and avoid alcohol-related side effects.

      community Unofficial Dermapen/Roller Guide

      in Treatment  254 upvotes 5 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling (dermarolling and dermapen) and the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It provides detailed information about cost and usage of the various treatments, as well as potential side effects.

      community Why do I see so many people here recommend microneedling?

      in Microneedling  109 upvotes 1 year ago
      The efficacy of microneedling for hair regrowth as either a stand-alone therapy or adjunct to Minoxidil, and whether Tretinoin is a safer and more effective option. Replies include personal accounts from users who have had success with microneedling in combination with minoxidil and peptide serums, as well as considerations of technique, depth, and potential scarring.

      community Microneedling + Peppermint

      in Advice  12 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses using microneedling and peppermint oil as an alternative treatment for hair loss, with the original poster having previously experienced side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. Another user mentions mixing peppermint oil with jbco (Jamaican black castor oil) for hair growth and also experiencing side effects from minoxidil.