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      community fin 0.5 mg everday 6 months update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 11 months ago
      The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hair thinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.

      community Perez Hilton Had 3 Transplants.. Yet Losing Hair.. Someone Explain?

      in Transplants  71 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses Perez Hilton's hair loss despite having three hair transplants. Participants suggest that hair loss can continue after a transplant if maintenance treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are not used, and that transplanted hair can still be susceptible to loss.

      community 3 months min 5 % hairline is progressing

      in Progress Pictures  97 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the user's hair loss treatment involving daily use of 5% minoxidil, rosemary oil 2-3 times a week, derma-rolling twice a week, and daily vitamin D. A reply suggests the user to start using finasteride before hair falls out.

      community Hair much worse after 6 months?

      in Progress Pictures  230 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair loss after 6 months of using 0.5mg finasteride daily. Suggestions from others included trying Dutasteride and Minoxidil, getting professional help from a dermatologist, and addressing high iron levels that could be contributing to the hair loss.

      community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use

      in Minoxidil  136 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.

      community 5% minoxidil &1mg finasteride -7th months- Asian-23M

      in Progress Pictures  620 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's successful hair regrowth after 7 months of using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and adding micro needling 4 months ago. The user also took biotin, fish oil, and collagen supplements, and reduced finasteride intake to once every 3 days due to minor libido decay.

      community What else can I do to compliment Minoxidil?

      in Update  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and has seen positive results, but is seeking additional treatments to enhance its effects. One suggestion given is to use finasteride alongside minoxidil.

      community Hair came back in 3 months at 39y/o.

      in Progress Pictures  421 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, caffeine, biotin, and RU58841, along with weekly dermarolling. However, others advised against the user's plan to switch to rosemary oil and microneedling only, emphasizing the importance of continuing the current treatment to maintain the results.

      community Can hair thinning be reversed?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Dutasteride (Dut) and Minoxidil (Min) in reversing hair thinning. The user has been using Dut for 3 months and Min for a couple of years, and while hair fall has reduced, thinning continues. Other users suggest that Dut can reverse hair thinning over time, possibly beyond a year, and the outcome depends on individual body reactions and the degree of hair miniaturization.

      community Minoxidil seems to not work anymore this sucks

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported that Minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, stopped working for them despite initial success. Other users suggested not taking breaks from the treatment, checking for fake products, trying microneedling, using oral Minoxidil, combining Minoxidil with tretinoin, and using finasteride.

      community Hair Regrowth 2021-2023 , Male 25

      in Progress Pictures  251 upvotes 1 year ago
      A man successfully regrew his hair using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Microneedling over two years. Despite initial increased hair loss and slow progress, he emphasized the importance of patience and perseverance, noting that hair grew back thicker after shedding.

      community 2 years. More hair. Dut, Oral Min, RU, Niz

      in Progress Pictures  181 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's two-year hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 5mg oral Minoxidil, 0.75ml of 8% RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo a few times a week. Other users suggest adding microneedling and topical Minoxidil for better results.

      community 7 month progress - Thank you to this community!

      in Progress Pictures  409 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old used 1.25mg finasteride and minoxidil twice daily for hair regrowth, reducing finasteride to 5 times a week since September. He also started using Nizoral for dandruff, noticed an increased appetite, and experienced a temporary change in sex drive.

      community 4 months running still lot to improve ig 😉

      in Progress Pictures  486 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old who started balding in 2020 and has been using a treatment routine for 4 months that includes daily Minoxidil (1.5ml), Finasteride three times a week, and a derma roller twice a week, along with a 2-month course of vitamin supplements. The treatment has significantly improved their hair loss, boosting their confidence.

      community Why is no one pointing out dandruff as the number 1 evidence/symptom of MPB?

      in Chat  55 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hair loss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hair loss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hair loss without dandruff.

      community Diagnosed with female pattern hair loss as a male with recent aggressive loss. Preemptively mourning the only part of myself I’ve ever come close to loving. Lost all motivation to do anything with my life.

      in Progress Pictures  271 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user should consider using treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 to potentially reverse their hair loss. Other suggestions include using hair loss concealers and maintaining a healthy diet.

      community 1 Month Topical Minoxidil Only

      in Progress Pictures  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user plans to use topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a derma stamp for hair loss treatment. They also plan to start using finasteride in the next 2 months. Other users suggest using finasteride and a hair transplant for better results. The user appreciates the feedback and will continue posting progress.

      community Dry hair vs wet hair, is minox, microneedling and ketoconazole enough?

      in Treatment  110 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that using minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole may not be enough to address hair loss caused by DHT. Some users recommend starting finasteride to prevent further hair loss, while others express concerns about potential side effects.

      community How much does diet affect hair loss?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation suggests that changing diet and lifestyle has little to no effect on male pattern baldness (MPB), which is largely determined by genetics. Some individuals noted personal improvements in hair condition with healthier diets, but the consensus is that diet alone cannot prevent or reverse MPB.

      community This sub is very toxic towards people who don’t blindly follow the fin mafia

      in Treatment  226 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.

      community Hair Transplant, 1500 grafts - 4 Month Update

      in Transplants  793 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of this conversation is that the user, NickkSpirit, had a successful hair transplant with 1500 grafts. They recommend leading a healthy lifestyle and mention using finasteride and minoxidil as treatments for hair loss.

      community Finasteride saved my life, 1.5y in (23M)

      in Progress Pictures  1173 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that some users have had positive results with finasteride for hair loss, while others have not. The effectiveness of finasteride varies from person to person.

      community Can someone explain the Dutasteride hysteria in this community?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  58 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the double standard in the hair loss community regarding shedding when using different treatments. The conclusion is that shedding is considered normal when starting finasteride or minoxidil, but not when starting dutasteride, despite the fact that dutasteride is more effective at reducing DHT.

      community Microneedling + Min 2 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  1067 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's progress with microneedling and minoxidil for hair loss. The user is happy with the progress and plans to continue with the treatment, without using finasteride.