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      community Increased shedding with black bulbs after restarting minoxidil

       4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      An 18-year-old restarted using topical minoxidil consistently after noticing diffuse thinning and is experiencing increased shedding with black bulbs. Users suggest that shedding is common and may stop with consistent use, but the black bulbs could indicate a strong response to minoxidil.

      community 10 months in and in the middle of a huge shed

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing a significant hair shed at 10 months but sees improvement compared to 4 months ago. They are using Hims products, Feel Confident shampoo, Nizoral, a light therapy cap, and The Ordinary hair serum.

      community Pelage Recruiting Now for Phase 2

       11 upvotes 2 years ago
      Pelage is recruiting for phase 2 trials, showing promise for treating bald regions. The discussion highlights its potential effectiveness based on its mechanism of action.

      community 6 week shed is over, now give me some regrowth fgs

       10 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after starting 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, which lasted from week 3 to week 5, but now hopes for regrowth. Other users encouraged patience, suggesting noticeable improvement by the one-year mark.

      community Topic fin + min restart w/ major shedding

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user stopped using topical finasteride and minoxidil, leading to hair thinning and shedding, and has since restarted the treatment. They are experiencing significant shedding and are seeking advice on whether this is normal and when improvement might occur, while using a regimen that includes Nutrafol, microneedling, Nioxin, and Nizoral.

      community A 100-day transformation of shedding

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP shared a 100-day progress on reducing hair shedding using Minoxidil and Dorpang scalp serum, noting healthier hair growth. Other users discussed their own treatments, including Minoxidil, ketoconazole, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seed oil, with some considering finasteride if needed.

      community Regression? Has anyone experienced this?

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and is concerned about regression despite consistent use of finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments. The consensus is that this is likely a temporary shedding phase, and adjustments to the dermarolling frequency are suggested.

      community Massive Shed at 9/10 Months In

       132 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair shedding experienced by users undergoing hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Many users report experiencing significant shedding around the 8-12 month mark, which is considered a normal part of the hair regrowth process, with expectations of stronger regrowth following the shedding phase.

      community 2 Months Post-Shed, 3 months of progress

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after three months of using minoxidil foam, finasteride, and a dermastamp, along with Nizoral shampoo. They noticed thicker hair on their crown and hairline, with no issues applying topical treatments.

      community Am I seeing regrowth? (Halfway through month 5)

      in Is this regrowth?  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth after five months on a treatment regimen including Musely's bloom+ pill (Minoxidil and Dutasteride), Nizoral, and microneedling. They are optimistic about the results and have not experienced any side effects.

      community Survived the 2nd shedding phase. 7mos progress.

       42 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatment progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Users discuss experiencing shedding phases and the importance of trusting the process for hair regrowth.

      community Hair coming back from the dead

      in Update  30 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling. Visible improvements started around month 6, with initial shedding from minoxidil.

      community Shedding phase... It's brutal lol

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss after previously trying them separately without success. They are experiencing a shedding phase but are committed to the treatment.

      community Longer, thicker peach fuzz -- is this a sign of hairline regrowth?

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user noticed longer, thicker peach fuzz and some mature-looking hairs after using estradiol valerate, spironolactone, and 5% minoxidil foam, suggesting possible hairline regrowth. Another user confirmed this could be a positive sign.

      community Will restarting minoxidil have the same shedding phase as the first time?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user stopped using minoxidil due to scalp issues and switched to finasteride, noticing thicker hair initially but experiencing hair loss again. They are considering restarting minoxidil but are concerned about the shedding phase, especially with upcoming vacation plans and a potential second hair transplant.

      community M21, Regrowth precisely one year later

      in Progress Pictures  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth over a year using minoxidil and inconsistent finasteride, along with a diet including natural DHT-blocking foods. They are pleased with the progress but aim for more consistency.

      community 3-4 Month Re growth (Updating in 3 months)

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen including oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, a rejuvenating scalp serum with caffeine, rosemary, and ginger, topical ketoconazole, saw palmetto, and derma rolling. The user seeks advice for scalp pimples and irritation.

      community 6 Months progress, and some second shed anxiety

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures of their hair journey, noting good results after initial shedding but experiencing a second, more intense shed. They use topical Minoxidil twice daily, Tretinoin at night, oral finasteride daily, and ketoconazole shampoo weekly.

      community Why doesn't phase 3 of PP405 start straight away?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 9 months ago
      Pelage is delaying the start of phase 3 trials for PP405 to 2026 due to necessary regulatory processes, despite having $120 million in funding. Users discuss the potential of PP405 for hair regrowth, with some expressing skepticism and others hopeful for new treatments like Breezula.

      community Any fin only users get a late shed?

       6 upvotes 5 years ago
      Users discuss experiencing hair shedding while using finasteride, with some noticing it later than expected. They express hope that the shedding is temporary and share experiences of natural shedding cycles.

      community Min / Fin - M21 - 1.5 Year Update - Multiple Sheds

       16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily, despite multiple shedding phases, and emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early and maintaining consistency. They advise against obsessing over online forums during shedding periods and recommend checking for scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and ensuring proper nutrition.

      community Yo!! One year update chooms!!!!

      in Progress Pictures  2858 upvotes 1 year ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 0.5mg oral finasteride, a topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil, and dermastamping. Initial side effects like achy testicles were managed by adjusting the regimen.

      community Does this look like new growth ? Dut .5 since May 15th

      in Is this regrowth?  8 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user switched from finasteride to Dutasteride 0.5 mg since mid-May and is experiencing shedding but noticing baby hairs, questioning if they are new growth. Consistency with Dutasteride and Minoxidil is advised for better results, with improvements expected after the initial shedding phase.

      community What time between shedding phases?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, microneedling, RU58841, and tretinoin for hair loss. They are experiencing shedding but notice new hair growth and are curious about the timing of future shedding phases.

      community 60-Day check-in on Morr-F

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user reports positive progress in hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Morr-F, Folligen, and supplements, with no significant side effects. They note improvement in hair density and are documenting changes with weekly photos.

      community Shedding on dut: inevitable or preventable?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      Shedding during the transition from finasteride to dutasteride is common and often unavoidable, but it usually leads to stronger hair growth. Maintaining the treatment without changes and being patient is advised, as the shedding is part of the process.