The Hairy Pill Review: The All-In-One Hair Loss Treatment With Surprising Results

We give the popular The Hairy Pill a 9-month trial, so you don’t have to. The results? Well, they’re plain to see. Read on, my follically challenged friends seeing help.

Losing one’s hair is perhaps one of the hardest things to accept as a man. There’s death and taxes, but baldness is just so damn unfair. That’s why there’s been a 100-year arms race to find a cure. Surprisingly, a silver bullet doesn’t exist; however, there’s hope for those losing their hair.

This is my journey trying The Hairy Pill, one of the more popular men’s hair loss treatments in Australia right now.

For transparency, I didn’t know the brand existed until a family member mentioned it to me in March 2024. Since then, now roughly nine months later, I’ve been taking it daily as a replacement for 1mg Finasteride and topical Minoxidil.

I paid for this myself, too. We have no commercial relationship with The Hairy Pill as they don’t reply to our emails, ever.

Does The Hairy Pill Work?

Yes, it works—but patience is key. Hair regrowth typically takes three to six months to show visible progress and 12 months to see bigger results. I was fortunate that my hair loss was turbocharged by taking testosterone, so the regrowth process started quickly as I caught it very quickly thanks to a few friends who mentioned it. “Dude, your hair is getting thin, wtf.”

As you can see from my before and after photos below (taken in March and December), the crown filled in impressively within nine months. It’s worth noting that I had been on finasteride for a decade before switching to dutasteride as part of my Hairy Pill prescription. Dutasteride, according to clinical trials, has been shown to be more effective at inhibiting DHT, the hormone responsible for hair loss.

For those concerned about side effects, my advice is to stop overthinking. The potential side effects of these medications are overhyped online, especailly Reddit. In my experience, they’ve been nonexistant and I happily recommend taking a pill for hairloss to mates.

How Often Do I Need to Take The Hairy Pill?

It’s incredibly simple—just one pill daily. Each prescription comes with a three-month supply in a small, compact blue container.

It contains 100 tablets (rather than 90), giving you a few spares in case you drop one or accidentally take two. And if you do double up, don’t worry—there’s a limit to how much dutasteride and finasteride can work in your system, so it won’t hurt you.

If you want to keep hairloss away forever, then you need to take the pills forever or until the pills wear off and nature runs its course. Either way you’ll squeeze another decade or two in my case out of your precoous hair.

Is The Hairy Pill safe?

Let’s get real here. It, like any other hair loss treatment, has been stumbled upon by dumb luck. It’s what we call ‘off label’ treatments. If you’re reading Reddit and getting your advice from there, then there’s no hope for you. Will your dick fall off? No. Will you grow hair? Most probably. Will you die? Definitely not.

Hairy Pill Before and After Photo

Before and after photos are critical when tracking your hair loss journey. The key is to take photos with wet hair, as this highlights the true effect of the medication. My photos, taken nine months apart (March-December 24), clearly show how quickly my crown filled in.

I also incorporated one PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy with Dr Adina Blaj Epios Clinic in Sydney during the process. I plan to do more sessions every six months for added benefit.

PRP and Exosomes are two of the most popular options for hair loss. Exosomes are one of the newest treatments to hit the Australian market, and are responsible for some incredible results. Exosomes are available for hair and for face. For most people, three sessions are required for the hair (4-6 weeks apart) followed by maintenance sessions. We are even seeing it improve some forms of alopecia.

Dr Adina Blaj

How to Make the Most of Taking The Hairy Pill

The Hairy Pill works best when combined with a healthy lifestyle. A balanced diet, regular exercise, and proper hair care go a long way. I also use Nizoral shampoo, which is proven to block DHT, as part of my shower routine (every 3 days).

Whilst not necessary, I had blood tests to check my DHT levels, which had skyrocketed due to my high-dose testosterone cycle.

This was a major contributor to my accelerated hair loss, so if you’re serious about keeping your hair, avoid injecting testosterone unless you’re one of the lucky few immune to the hair loss gene.

What The Hairy Pill Will and Won’t Do

If you’re already bald, The Hairy Pill won’t magically restore your hairline that’s been departed for 20 years.

It’s most effective for men who are in the early stages of thinning or want to prevent further loss. For the majority of users, it can stabilise shedding, thicken existing hair, and, in many cases, promote regrowth. But if you’ve been bald for decades, it’s not going to bring back what’s long gone.

The main ingredients, like Finasteride, will help stop or slow hair loss around the crown, and the minoxidil will help the hairline on the front.

What’s Inside The Hairy Pill

My prescription for The Hairy Pill was customised to fit my needs, and it included an anti-androgen—dutasteride in my case—which is known for being highly effective at blocking DHT, the hormone responsible for hair loss.

Alongside that, it contains a combination of vitamins, including biotin, which is often associated with promoting stronger hair growth. There’s also oral minoxidil, a less common but highly effective alternative to the topical version, which works to increase blood flow to the scalp and stimulate hair regrowth.

Because of Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Act 1989, the exact active ingredients in The Hairy Pill aren’t publicly listed. Since The Hairy Pill’s website is considered a medium for advertising, they can’t disclose the pharmaceutical details online. However, during my consultation with the prescribing doctor, everything was clearly explained to me, so I knew exactly what I was taking and why it was included in my treatment plan.

Having both oral minoxidil and dutasteride in a single daily pill has made managing my hair loss routine much easier than juggling multiple treatments every morning.

How Does The Hairy Pill Compare to Pilot and Mosh?

Pilot and Mosh also offer hair loss treatments, but The Hairy Pill sets itself apart by combining multiple active ingredients into a single daily pill. It’s tailored to your needs, eliminating the guesswork and hassle of managing separate treatments.

If you’re in the US, then HIMS is probably the best alternative.

What’s the Sign-Up Process?

The process is straightforward:

1. A partner doctor assesses your suitability for treatment. In my case, I knew what I needed.
2. If approved, the doctor sends your prescription to the pharmacy.
3. A pharmacist calls to discuss the treatment and confirm your details.
4. Your personalised three-month supply is produced and shipped via express post.
5. Start taking The Hairy Pill daily when it arrives.

How Much Does The Hairy Pill Cost?

You pay upfront for the first three months (100 pills). After that, it’s $75 a month, with a three-month supply shipped at 3-month intervals. Monthly updates and doctor consultations are included in the subscription, so there are no hidden costs.

Their doctors will call you regularly and check in on your progress. That said, ensure you have someone to take photos to track your progress; otherwise, you’ll have no idea. Ask a mate to take photos of your hair, if need be.

Final Thoughts

The Hairy Pill is an excellent option for men in the early stages of hair loss or those looking for a convenient, effective alternative to more complicated regimens.

While it won’t perform miracles for very bald men, it’s a reliable solution that delivers consistent results and a proactive approach to hair care and using other products to promote healthy hair growth.

If you’re serious about keeping your hair, this is one of the best options available in Australia right now.

Or have a look at the alternative options Mosh and Pilot and compare which is right for you.