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      community It works. About a 1 year transformation.

      in Progress Pictures  613 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and finasteride, which they have used without side effects for a year. Other users shared their experiences and advice about potential side effects and supplements to help.

      community Finasteride 8 months progress !

      in Progress Pictures  596 upvotes 1 year ago
      User "likitiiki" shared 8-month progress using only Finasteride for hair loss. Many users praised the results, while others discussed their own experiences and dosages.

      community Am I the chosen one? Minoxidil experience.

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user applied Minoxidil foam to their face to grow a beard and experienced increased hair density and darker hair as unintended benefits, despite initially using it for diffuse thinning on the scalp. Another person suggested that the user's heart rate increase might indicate a high conversion rate of Minoxidil to its active form, similar to taking oral Minoxidil.

      community So depressed and upset with how much progress I’ve lost

      in Chat  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.

      community A Complete Guide to Hair Loss for Beginners

      in Research/Science  529 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is a guide on treating hair loss, discussing finasteride and dutasteride to lower DHT, minoxidil for growth, ketoconazole shampoo for scalp health, and dermarolling for regeneration. RU58841 is mentioned as a DHT blocker but not recommended due to safety concerns.

      community "Dutasteride Ruined My Hairline!"

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on dutasteride for six months and experienced significant hair shedding, especially at the hairline, and is seeking advice. Some suggest continuing the treatment and being patient, while others share mixed experiences with dutasteride and consider switching back to finasteride or adding other treatments like RU58841.

      community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

      in Scalp Massage  48 upvotes 2 years ago
      People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.

      community Balding turned me into a Norwood mentalist

      in Chat  253 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation revolves around how balding has made the original poster and others hyper-aware of other men's hairlines, often judging the severity of their hair loss and whether they've had treatments like hair transplants, minoxidil, or finasteride. Some participants express a need for therapy due to their obsession, while others joke about their newfound "expertise" in assessing hair loss.

      community Oral minoxidil can causes age skin?

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      Oral minoxidil may cause skin aging, such as dark circles. To counteract aging, use tretinoin at night and broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day.

      community 6 months progress no fin 27m topical foam minox

      in Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 5% Minoxidil foam twice daily, microneedling every two weeks, and Nizoral 2% shampoo weekly for hair loss treatment. They've seen improvements in their hairline and eyelashes, and are considering adding finasteride to their regimen.

      community Minoxidil unironically helped me score a date

      in Update  458 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 23-year-old man started using Minoxidil for hair thinning and experienced improvement, which helped him gain the confidence to ask a girl out, resulting in a date. Other users congratulated him and discussed the importance of hair appearance in dating, with some suggesting other treatments like finasteride or hair transplants.

      community 10 month update, was on fin now on dut + min

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride while continuing minoxidil and microneedling, seeing gradual hair regrowth. They are considering adding oral minoxidil and possibly a LLLT helmet for further improvement.

      community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.

      community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids

      in Research/Science  230 upvotes 7 months ago
      Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.

      community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

      in Technology  193 upvotes 2 months ago
      Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

      community 17M biotin and minoxidil hair regrowth progress

      in Progress Pictures  83 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's hair regrowth journey using biotin and minoxidil after initial treatments with Nizoral shampoo and Ketoconazole serum didn't work. The comments suggest the hair loss might not be male pattern baldness (MPB), but possibly Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune disorder, and recommend getting a second opinion and considering other treatments like corticosteroids.

      community I am having Success with RU58841 and 1mm Derma Roller

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user reported success with RU58841 and a 1mm derma roller for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in hair density and reduced scalp visibility. They also mentioned using minoxidil and black castor oil in the past, with mixed results.

      community Antonio Conte hair transplant ? Graft estimate ?

      in Progress Pictures  294 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of this conversation about hair loss is that there is speculation about whether Antonio Conte had a hair transplant or wears a hair system. Some users believe it is a hair system, while others think it is a successful hair transplant.

      community Update to fin 0.25 mg, 4x/week

      in Progress Pictures  64 upvotes 1 year ago
      User reported initial hair regrowth with 0.25 mg finasteride taken four times a week, experiencing a second shedding phase, and no side effects. They also mentioned using RU58841 without success and plan to stop after a year.

      community Planning to for Hair transplant

      in Transplants  104 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about someone considering a hair transplant due to ineffective hair loss treatments, with suggestions ranging from trying a hairpiece to continuing with medications like finasteride and minoxidil, and waiting for new treatments. Some advise against a transplant due to the extent of hair loss and the cost, while others share different views on the effectiveness of transplants and non-surgical options.