The user is using finasteride, dutasteride, Nizoral, biotin, RU58841, minoxidil, Pantostin/Alfatradiol, Stemoxydine, and micro needling for hair loss. They are considering adding oral minoxidil.
User shared progress after one year using Minoxidil 5% topical and 1 mg Finasteride pills daily, along with vitamin D3 supplements. They experienced significant hair regrowth and are now growing their hair out again.
A 28-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using 1.25mg of finasteride daily, without minoxidil or micro needling. He also took vitamin D3, K2, magnesium, and a B100 complex, reporting increased libido as a side effect.
A user reported success with a once-a-day chewable pill containing Min 3mg, biotin 2.5mg, fin 1.1mg, vit B5 10mg, vit B6 2mg, and vit C 100mg for hair regrowth. They experienced no side effects and noticed healthier hair and more facial hair.
A user shared their experience with hair loss, initially using finasteride and minoxidil without satisfactory results, and later switching to hair systems, which they plan to use indefinitely. The user and others discussed the positive reactions, maintenance, and normalization of hair systems for men.
A user is considering buying RU58841 powder from Aliexpress to mix with Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Another user warns about the safety concerns of RU58841, especially from unreliable sources, and suggests trying finasteride, oral Minoxidil, and dutasteride first.
User reports seeing fast hair regrowth after 1 month and 12 days using 0.3% Finasteride and 6% Minoxidil. They are considering microneedling and received advice to use a derma stamp.
A user shared their 3-month progress using Hims topical spray containing minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, noting some improvement and stopping dermarolling. They hope for continued growth despite noticing some hair shedding.
User shared 18-month progress using 1 mg finasteride daily and varying doses of oral minoxidil. Minoxidil caused side effects managed with taurine, dandelion root, sauna, and collagen.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth using Minoxidil, finasteride, rosemary mint oil, biotin, and vitamins. Responses praised the results, though one user doubted the effectiveness of rosemary and biotin.
A user shared a beard growth protocol involving hydration toner, azelaic acid, tretinoin, moisturizer, 5% topical minoxidil, and SPF 30+ sunscreen. The regimen spans a year to a year and a half, with specific application schedules for different phases.
The conversation discusses hair loss where only short, thin hairs are being shed after 16 weeks of using dutasteride, with no visible regrowth. One response suggests that shedding short hairs is a positive sign, indicating that the hair follicles are still active and responding to treatment.
A 48-year-old man shared his 16-month hair regrowth journey using finasteride 1mg three times a week, noting some regrowth and emphasizing patience. He chose not to use it daily to minimize side effects, and while some users debate the effectiveness, he confirms maintenance and possibly some regrowth.
The user is experiencing scalp irritation from using tretinoin and alcohol-based hair loss treatments like stemoxydine. They find that Aquaphor helps with the pain but is difficult to apply in hairy areas.
The conversation discusses alternative hair loss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.
A user successfully improved their hairline after 15 months using topical minoxidil and dutasteride. Some commenters question the necessity of treatment given the user's original hair condition, while others support early intervention.
The user is experiencing significant hair thinning and scalp discomfort after two years on finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride. Another person suggests that scalp inflammation might be the cause and recommends a YouTube channel for more information.
A 32-year-old is happy with hair regrowth after 4 months using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with noticeable improvement in the last month. Others suggest continued use could lead to full coverage.
A female user has experienced severe hair shedding since stopping birth control in late 2022, diagnosed as telogen effluvium with no signs of androgenetic alopecia. Despite healthy living and optimal bloodwork, she continues to shed hair daily but also sees significant regrowth.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatment using 1ml of minoxidil twice daily and a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week. One person suggests considering finasteride, while another emphasizes the importance of microneedling in maintaining hair growth.
A person using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, and recently added Tretinoin is experiencing heavy shedding and thinning hair. They suspect Tretinoin has made them respond to Minoxidil and are seeking others with similar experiences.
A user shared their 4-month progress pictures after using Minoxidil, finasteride, micro-needling, Nizoral, and scalp massage for hair loss. They're now switching from topical to oral finasteride to maintain the results.
The post discusses a product from Hims that combines finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin in one pill for hair loss. Users share mixed opinions, with one praising its effectiveness, while another warns against potential heart-related side effects of oral minoxidil, suggesting topical solutions instead.
A user experiencing significant hair loss found they had a severe vitamin D deficiency and was prescribed 50,000IU vitamin D pills, likely to be taken weekly. They are questioning if the deficiency could be the cause of their hair loss and if correcting it could stop the shedding and improve hair recovery.
The person is experiencing sudden hair loss for six months and treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins are not working. Another person suggests the hair loss might not be androgenetic alopecia but could be telogen effluvium or an inflammatory condition.
The user has been on dutasteride for 6 months, experiencing initial hair health but then shedding and brittle hair, with no improvement. They use minoxidil, ketoconazole, dutasteride, and vitamin D, and are questioning whether to continue treatment despite no results.
The conversation is about Ashton Kutcher's hairline and how some people think it looks good for his age, while others criticize it. Some mention that he used to use medication for hair loss but stopped.
The conversation is about the effects of steroids on hair loss. Some users believe that steroids can cause hair loss, while others argue that it depends on individual sensitivity to DHT. There is also discussion about the appearance of balding individuals who use steroids.
Hair fibers are discussed as a temporary solution for hair loss, with users noting they work well if applied correctly but can be messy and time-consuming. Some users also use finasteride for long-term treatment.