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      community High estrogen on finasteride, thoughts?

       37 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 29-year-old male has been using finasteride for hair regrowth but is experiencing side effects like low libido and emotional changes, possibly due to high estrogen levels. Suggestions include weight loss, consulting an endocrinologist, switching to topical treatments, or trying dutasteride.

      community 35M Hair Loss Treatment Update

       85 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 35-year-old male is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermarolling, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss with no side effects or shedding. He plans to continue these treatments indefinitely unless health issues arise.

      community Anyone else tired of backhanded compliments about your balding?

       151 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A young man feels insecure about his early hair loss and its impact on his confidence and romantic life, receiving backhanded compliments like "you're good looking for a bald guy." He is considering treatments like hair systems and possibly a hair transplant, with others suggesting options like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.

      community 8 months of Oral fin and topical min

       21 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing improved hair density and thickness after 8 months of using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with no side effects. Others are inquiring about application methods, dosages, and expressing admiration for the results.

      community 6 Month update (HLC Ankara, 3153 grafts)

       72 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 36-year-old shared a 6-month update on their hair transplant of 3,153 grafts, expressing satisfaction with the results and noting improvement in hairline and density. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil for over 13 years, and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive, praising the natural look.

      community Male 30 US - April 2025 to August 2026 - Oral Min & Fin 2.5/1mg

       33 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 30-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over 1.5 years using oral minoxidil (2.5mg, now increased to 5mg) and finasteride (1mg) without side effects. He noticed progress as early as month 3 and is considering a hair transplant for perfecting his hairline.

      community 35M Hair Loss Treatment Update

      in Progress Pictures  101 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 35-year-old man shares his hair loss treatment progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermarolling, and ketoconazole shampoo, noting improved hair quality and no side effects. He reports positive results over three months, with some discussion on lighting in photos and dermarolling techniques.

      community My progress on 1.5 mg fin daily

       822 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1.5 mg oral finasteride daily over 1.5 years, with plans to add minoxidil for further improvement. They reported no side effects and noticed most regrowth around 5 months.

      community peptides seems to have dramatically decreased hairloss!

       85 upvotes 4 months ago
      Peptides like GHK-Cu, BPC-157, and TB-500 have significantly reduced hair loss, with GHK-Cu being particularly effective. The discussion also covers the high cost of these peptides and explores more affordable purchasing options.

      community I’m taking Veradermics VDPHL01 - AMA

      in Treatment  174 upvotes 4 months ago
      A participant using Veradermics VDPHL01, an extended-release oral minoxidil, experienced significant hair regrowth from Norwood 6 to Norwood 3V without side effects. They plan to use dutasteride after the treatment to maintain results.

      community Minoxidil vs Redensyl results comparison

       5 upvotes 6 months ago
      Redensyl improved hair thickness slightly with no side effects, but no regrowth. Minoxidil provided significant regrowth but caused facial side effects like puffiness.

      community On Fin / Min for 1 year plus... is this progress?

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over a year with little progress in hair regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride. They are also using microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering red light therapy, but are frustrated with the lack of results.

      community Homelessess: the solution right in front of our eyes?

      in Satire  142 upvotes 8 months ago
      Homelessness is humorously proposed as a solution to hair loss due to less grooming and stress. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are discussed, with genetics and lifestyle also considered important factors.

      community What helps y’all with reducing all the dandruff from Minoxidil?

       4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about managing dandruff caused by using Kirkland minoxidil, with suggestions including using Kelual DS, Nizoral, and exfoliating with oils. Some users also recommend oral minoxidil and finasteride for better results and convenience.

      community Huge anxiety after taking finasteride

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experiences severe anxiety and physical symptoms after taking finasteride and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments since dutasteride is unavailable. They suspect an allergic reaction to finasteride and have stopped using it.

      community 2.5 months of topical Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  272 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user reported significant hair regrowth using a homemade 0.01% topical finasteride solution, highlighting its effectiveness and lack of side effects. The discussion included concerns about oral finasteride's side effects and the benefits of topical solutions.

      community 6 months and 15 days on Dut and topical Min

      in Progress Pictures  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their progress in combating hair loss using dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and keto shampoo, expressing increased confidence and happiness with the results. They received feedback to provide clearer photos to better showcase their hair improvement.

      community My Estradiol Level on Finasteride

       18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride has no effect on the user's estradiol levels, and body fat may influence aromatization. The user is on testosterone replacement therapy and uses everyday injections to manage high RBC count, with plans to measure DHT, DHEA-S, and pregnenolone levels.

      community Latest study on creatine and hair loss. 45 men, 3 months.

       378 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creatine does not significantly affect DHT levels or cause hair loss. Some users continue using finasteride and minoxidil while taking creatine, expressing skepticism about its impact on hair loss.

      community Does dermarolling actually work?

      in Microneedling  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling's effectiveness for hair growth is debated, with some users reporting positive results when combined with Minoxidil, while others express concerns about potential skin damage and infections. Tretinoin is suggested as an alternative to enhance Minoxidil absorption.

      community My estrogen levels are obscene

       6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old male using finasteride for hair loss has high testosterone and estrogen levels but no side effects. He is advised to monitor hormone levels, consider dietary changes, and use additional treatments like vitamin D3, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair growth.

      community Finasteride is ****ing magical

      in Update  314 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride has led to significant hair regrowth for some users, with noticeable improvements in two months, but side effects like erectile dysfunction have caused some to stop using it. Some users combine finasteride with minoxidil and other supplements, despite concerns about side effects.

      community Dutasteride is for Young Hair Loss Suffers

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  104 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dutasteride is discussed as a treatment for young hair loss sufferers, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness. Some users report positive results with Dutasteride, while others prefer Finasteride or Minoxidil due to fewer side effects.