community Finasteride 1 Month Update
User reports using 0.5mg finasteride, 12.5mg zinc daily, and keto shampoo weekly for hair loss. After one month, there's a slight reduction in hair shedding and no side effects.
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690-720 / 1000+ resultscommunity Does stopping FIN make you hair go back to its original condition or worse?
User considers trying Fin for hair thinning, asks if stopping Fin makes hair return to original condition or worsens it. Replies suggest Fin acts like a pause button, stopping it resumes hair loss at regular pace.
community 4 month update Fin / Min / Dermaroller
User started hair loss treatment in November 2020 using Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dermaroller, castor oil, Nizoral, and supplements. They experienced improvements but had a second shed in February and seek feedback on their routine.
community My experience being on fin for almost 3 years (warning: LONG)
User "flcv" shares their 3-year experience with finasteride for hair loss, stating no side effects and no change in hair thickness despite shedding cycles. They advise fellow fin users to trust the process and not worry about shedding.
community Looking for the best natural product to add some hold/texture to my hair..
User seeks natural hair products for hold/texture without harmful chemicals due to thinning hair. They consider Hades Matte Paste and Matte Lava Clay, asking if any ingredients could cause hair loss.
community Not sure what else to do, can’t use anti-androgens (Baseline Hormonal Bloodwork included) need advice badly
User experienced feminizing side effects from finasteride and tried RU, alfatradiol, and finasteride without success. They are now considering treatments like Stemoxydine, Zix, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Eucapil, and a hair transplant.
community 10 Month Update - January Minoxdil 1x Daily Finastride 1mg Daily Biotin 10,000mcg Nizoral every 2 days Castor Oil Sometimes Power Laser Comb Sometimes
User shared a 10-month update on hair loss treatment using Minoxidil once daily, Finasteride 1mg daily, Biotin 10,000mcg, Nizoral every 2 days, Castor Oil occasionally, and a Power Laser Comb sometimes. The post includes progress pictures.
community STEM CELL TREATMENT FOR HAIR LOSS at home
User considers trying AAPE for hair restoration, costing $700 for 6 months. Others discuss its potential effectiveness and mention a study with promising results.
community Been on Propecia since 1997, recently switched to Topical Finasteride.. follow for updates, or to ask any questions about 23 years on Propecia.
User spent 23 years on Finasteride with side effects like weight gain and reduced libido. Switched to topical Finasteride, side effects reduced and waiting for results.
community For all of those saying I use hair fibers, LOL
User shows wet hair and blow drying to prove no hair fibers used. Hair gains achieved with finasteride and minoxidil.
community 4 month minoxidil foam + 1MM dermarolling update.
User sshamu's progress pictures of 4 months using minoxidil foam and 1MM dermarolling for hair loss, which resulted in impressive results. There is also discussion about how often to use the treatments, as well as potential side effects of finasteride.
community Facial hair loss
User noticed beard and sideburn hair loss, and thinning eyebrows, diagnosed with alopecia barbae and male pattern baldness, and prescribed Desonide cream. User seeks feedback on Desonide cream.
community Need advice, seeing growth by using just a derma roller
User reports using a derma roller daily, seeing new hair growth along the hairline without using Minoxidil or finasteride. They seek advice on further promoting hair growth with their current routine.
community Finasteride Results, 2 years (July 2018-July 2020)
User shared 2-year finasteride results, showing maintenance without regrowth or further recession. Experienced ball ache for a month, but no other side effects.
community Does minox and fin help with thinning
User started minox and fin for hair loss and wants to know if they'll help thicken hair. Another user suggests shaving head before starting treatment and mentions success stories.
community UPDATE - Three months of minoxidil foam & redensyl liquid
User tresslessthrowaway89's experience with using minoxidil foam and redensyl liquid for three months to address hair loss, and their plan to begin taking finasteride in another three months.
community Are you happy with Minoxidil? + Fin really helped me, no need for Toppik anymore
User started using Min after success with Fin, improving hair thickness and regrowth. They discuss plans for lifelong use of Fin, Min, keto shampoo, and dermarolling, and ask for others' experiences with Min.
community Weaned myself off of minoxidil three months after starting HRT
User stopped using minoxidil due to no growth and greasiness, but experienced hair regrowth after starting HRT with spironolactone and finasteride. Shared before and after photos, showing improvement in hair thickness.
community Gonna try a hair system as a last resort - anyone on this sub care to share any testimonials?
User RG737 considers hair system as last resort for hair loss, as finasteride and alternative remedies didn't work. Jeff-92 shares positive experience with hair system, suggesting to try it and push through initial doubts.
community Is it lazy if I just don’t wanna do the treatments anymore?
User tired of hair loss treatments, considers shaving head. Others suggest happiness matters most, ignore negativity.
community 1.5 months in left to right. Seeing lots of hair growth. Only dermarolling, JBCO and onion juice. Tried minoxdil but saw a lot of hair loss so stopped. Trying to see if all natural treatment works and the results seem pretty good. Any recommendations going forward?
User reports visible hair growth after 1.5 months using dermarolling, Jamaican black castor oil, and onion juice, having stopped minoxidil due to initial hair loss. Replies suggest continuing minoxidil despite shedding, buzzing hair, and trying finasteride or scalp massages.
community Finally Shaved It
User tired of receding hairline and maintenance, shaved head. Others compliment shaved look and beard genetics.
community MPB since 16. 31 now, recovering from PFS, and getting back in the game.
User experienced hair loss since 16, used Fin, Minox, and Nizoral with success but stopped due to side effects. Now using Pur D'or shampoo, Rogaine foam, scalp massages, volumizing spray, and dermarolling for hair maintenance.
community The Journey Starts Today
User started Finasteride for hair loss, combining it with Saw Palmetto, Fenugreek seeds, almonds, bananas, eggs, and a coconut-castor oil mixture. Early updates show initial shedding and tiny new hair growth at the temples.
community 10 Years on Fin + Min: My story & insight on sides.
User shares 10-year experience using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss with positive results and no significant side effects. Others suggest consistency, microneedling, and considering hair transplants.
community 3-ish month Progress and Treatment Testimonial
User experienced significant hair loss and tried treatments including Finasteride, Minoxidil, scalp massages, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. After focusing on overall physical and mental health, user saw dramatic improvement in hair growth.
community Progress of 2 months on minoxidil, zinc, and biotin plus Dermaroll once a week. Minox definitely works even without fin!
User reports progress in 2 months using minoxidil, zinc, biotin, and weekly dermarolling. Minoxidil shows effectiveness even without finasteride.
community Exosomes injections
User tried finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, now considering exosomes injections. Will update on results after appointment.
community What brand of Redensyl do you use?
User is experiencing issues with Minoxidil and is considering switching to Redensyl, specifically asking for brand recommendations. The Ordinary - Multi Peptide is mentioned, but the user seeks other brand experiences.
community The science on Minoxidil and its effect on collagen production / skin aging?
User is concerned about starting minoxidil due to potential effects on collagen production and skin aging. They have been using finasteride for almost 2 months.