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      community Did anyone try natural hair masks while on Finasteride?

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about using natural hair masks like red hot pepper, aloe vera, onion juice, mint oil, and valerian root alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user is asking if anyone has tried these and seen positive effects.

      community RU55481

       5 upvotes 12 years ago
      The conversation discusses using RU58841, a research chemical, for hair loss treatment. The user plans to use it due to side effects from finasteride and minoxidil, despite skepticism about its effectiveness and lack of FDA approval.

      community My journey through hairloss and fighting it 2018-2026

       352 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss and initially had a negative reaction to Finasteride, but later found success with Dutasteride and Minoxidil, which improved their hair and happiness. They reported no side effects with the new treatment and transitioned from Finasteride to Dutasteride cold turkey.

      community Why is it so hard to select one

      in Satire  645 upvotes 1 year ago
      Choosing hair loss treatments is challenging due to concerns about side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. Users suggest starting with topical treatments and gradually increasing dosage, while some recommend oral finasteride for its effectiveness despite potential side effects.

      community Did anyone try natural hair masks while on Finasteride?

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about using natural hair masks like red hot pepper, aloe vera, onion juice, mint oil, and valerian root alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user is asking if anyone has tried these and seen positive effects.

      community 1 year in to my journey with oral min & fin

      in Progress Pictures  169 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced positive results using oral minoxidil and finasteride chewables for hair loss, with no significant side effects. They noted new hair growth and shared their routine, which includes diet changes and weightlifting.

      community 5 months until Europe, should I just shave it lol 24M

      in Chat  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old experiencing hair thinning is using minoxidil, finasteride, and nutrafol, and plans to add keto shampoo and a derma roller to their routine. They are considering shaving their head before a trip to Europe and are advised to continue treatment, improve lifestyle habits, and possibly increase finasteride dosage for better results.

      community Growing hair witch capsaicin and occasional topical minoxidil

       60 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their experience using capsaicin from chili peppers and occasional topical minoxidil to promote hair growth, noting noticeable improvements without significant side effects. They previously experienced side effects from dutasteride and minoxidil but found the new regimen effective and manageable.

      community Hair (and eyebrow) regrowth journey (23 y/o). Around 1 year difference

       115 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old shares their hair and eyebrow regrowth journey, attributing success to a routine involving Minoxidil, Dutasteride, vitamins, biotin, and fish oil, alongside improved lifestyle habits. They report no side effects from Dutasteride and minor itchiness from Minoxidil, noting significant improvements in appearance and satisfaction with the results.

      community 9 months on Fin - no progress , should I get on Dutasteride?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral for hair loss but hasn't seen regrowth, only maintenance. They are considering switching to dutasteride, which is believed to be more effective, but are concerned about potential side effects.

      community Is it safe to use topical 5% Min and 3mg Min together?

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old man is using topical 5% Minoxidil for hair thinning and is considering adding 3mg Minoxidil pills as recommended by a dermatologist. He is concerned about potential side effects and increased shedding but cannot access Finasteride due to strict regulations.

      community Shedding on finasteride only; looking for motivation

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started finasteride for hair loss and saw improvement, but is now experiencing shedding and thinning in new areas. They added Nizoral due to dandruff caused by finasteride. Replies suggest that shedding is normal around 6 months and advise to stick with the treatment.

      community I’ve been on 0.5mg Dutasteride for 9 months…

       8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user reported positive results with 0.5mg Dutasteride for 9 months, experiencing thicker hair and some regrowth. After stopping due to side effects, they noticed hair loss resuming and are now considering a reduced dosage and mesotherapy with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and vitamins.

      community Norwood 7 wants some hair. 5 months on oral fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced heart palpitations and breathing issues while using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and plans to switch to generic finasteride and topical minoxidil. They also use Nizoral shampoo and are considering a moisturizing shampoo due to dryness and itchiness.

      community (40M) 6 months on Finasteride 1mg Minoxidil 2.5mg Oral

       227 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 40-year-old man experienced hair regrowth after six months of using oral finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (2.5mg). He noticed significant improvement after an initial shedding phase, attributing the success to the medications.

      community 1 Year Hair Progress doing everything I can. (28M)

       1862 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 28-year-old man shared his one-year hair recovery journey using oral Finasteride and Minoxidil, a hair transplant of 4500 grafts, and GHK. He expressed satisfaction with his transformation and emphasized the importance of not giving up.

      community I miss my old hair and I don't know how to regrow my hair

       7 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user is experiencing severe hair thinning and insecurity due to potential iron deficiency and is seeking advice on regrowth. A suggestion was made to address low ferritin levels with iron supplements and consult a dermatologist for further evaluation.

      community I'm convinced creatine causes hair loss for me

       207 upvotes 6 months ago
      Creatine is believed by some to cause hair loss, potentially by increasing DHT levels, despite conflicting evidence. Users report mixed results when combining creatine with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

      community 18M Diffuse thinning with 7ng/mL Vit D. Is it just the deficiency or is 0.5mg Fin mandatory?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      An 18-year-old with diffuse hair thinning is considering switching from a topical Minoxidil 10% + Finasteride 0.1% solution to Minoxidil 5% foam and oral Finasteride 0.5mg, while also addressing vitamin D deficiency and potential scalp inflammation. Users suggest using Nizoral shampoo for inflammation, considering dutasteride for better results, and maintaining vitamin D levels to protect hair follicles from DHT.