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HIMS Hair Loss Review: Does Finasteride & Minoxidil ACTUALLY Work?

By Healthnews · published · 7:28 · 59K views when we checked · Creator

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What this video covers

This is a 7:28 review from the Healthnews channel, published on 15 March 2025 and listed here under Hims. It is not a Hims video. Healthnews describes itself as a media channel that explains health topics in plain language. The title asks whether finasteride and minoxidil actually work for hair loss.

According to its description, the video looks at how the two treatments work against male pattern baldness, how effective they are, and what to think about before starting. The chapters show the order. It opens with a short Hims hair loss overview, then explains what the two treatments are, then covers how to start treatment. Next come effectiveness, hair loss treatment at Hims, and side effects. It closes with a section on whether to use finasteride or minoxidil.

The page text we had does not include the spoken content, so we cannot say what the creator concludes, what evidence they cite, or what they say about Hims pricing or service.

The description includes two links to Hims offers and says some links may be affiliate links, so the creator may earn a commission on purchases. It also says the content is general information, not medical advice, and that some treatments discussed may not be FDA approved for the uses mentioned. It adds that they should only be considered if prescribed by a licensed professional.

Our summary, written from the video's title, description and chapters (description and chapters), checked 2026-10-31. It reports what the creator presents; it is not medical advice, and the creator's experience may not match yours.

Chapters

  1. 0:36The chapter titled "What is Finasteride and Minoxidil?" introduces the two treatments.
  2. 1:52The chapter on how to start your treatment covers the first steps of getting going.
  3. 3:40A chapter on how effective the two treatments are, which is the core question in the title.
  4. 5:47A side effects chapter, placed just before the closing section.
  5. 6:40The final chapter asks whether a viewer should use finasteride or minoxidil.

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Which programs let you message a clinician

From each program's own page, read 2026-10-31. "Not found" means we found no statement either way.

ProgramMessage a clinicianCostFromVisit
KeepsYesThe plan lists 24/7 messaging access with a licensed medical provider among what you get.source, 2026-10-31Included$14/moVisit
RoYesFree, unlimited follow-up messaging with a Ro-affiliated provider after you start treatment.source, 2026-10-31Included$16/moVisit
Strut HealthYesFree, unlimited follow-ups with a healthcare provider, who you can message from your account.source, 2026-10-31Included$16/moVisit
GoodRx CareYesYou message your provider from the treatment subscription dashboard; a dose change or a long gap may require a new paid telehealth visit, and no messaging price is stated.source, 2026-10-31Not stated$16/moVisit
Rex MDYesFollow-ups are free once treatment starts; you message your assigned provider through the member portal any time.source, 2026-10-31Included$18/moVisit
Happy HeadYesUnlimited dermatologist support to adjust treatment; the page calls it support rather than messaging and states no price for it.source, 2026-10-31Not stated$18/moVisit
Tuyo HealthYesMonthly follow-ups are included and your doctor stays available to check in; the FAQ adds messaging with your provider on a secure platform.source, 2026-10-31Included$18/moVisit
BlueChewYesYou can message the BlueChew medical team through your account; the page does not say whether it costs anything.source, 2026-10-31Not stated$20/moVisit
HimsYesYou can message a provider with questions at any time, for free.source, 2026-10-31Included$22/moVisit
MaximusYesEvery protocol includes 24/7 messaging with your care team at no additional cost.source, 2026-10-31Included$24.99/moVisit
Henry MedsYesYou and your provider exchange messages in a secure patient portal, and ongoing care is part of the plan price.source, 2026-10-31Included$50/moVisit
MangoRxYesUnlimited access to licensed providers for any concerns, with ongoing provider support listed in the monthly plan; the page does not name the channel.source, 2026-10-31Included$59/moVisit
RugietYesYou can message your doctor anytime in the portal, and unlimited follow-ups with your doctor are included in the price.source, 2026-10-31Included$99/moVisit
BrightmedsYesA licensed doctor is one message away for your whole treatment, at no extra cost.source, 2026-10-31Included$191/moVisit
Lemonaid HealthYesMessaging with clinical providers is included (stated on the oral minoxidil hair loss page; the ED page does not mention it).source, 2026-10-31IncludedSee reviewVisit
PeterMDYesUnlimited free consultations and 24/7 access to your medical team; the page says access and consults, not messaging by name.source, 2026-10-31IncludedSee reviewVisit
Hone HealthYesUnlimited messaging with your care team, plus a clinician meeting every 3 months, as part of the membership.source, 2026-10-31Included in the paid Hone membershipSee reviewVisit
Male ExcelYesThe Medical Membership required for HRT gives unlimited access to medical providers for health questions.source, 2026-10-31Part of the required Medical Membership (price not stated on the page)See reviewVisit
DudeMedsNot foundNo statement found on the site about messaging a clinician after starting treatment.Not statedSee reviewVisit
Taurus MedsNot foundThe site says it offers online access to licensed clinicians who adjust dosages, but never says you can message one.Not statedSee reviewVisit

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