Hims vs. Keeps Topical: Real Hair Regrowth Results & Why I Switched
By BigGoose Adventures · published · 4:36 · 6K views when we checked · Creator: Josh (BigGoose Adventures)
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What this video covers
According to its description, this is a personal hair loss update from the creator behind BigGoose Adventures, a channel that otherwise covers gay nightlife, walking tours and travel. It is the creator's own video, not one made by Hims or Keeps. The description mentions no sponsor, affiliate link or discount code. The creator says they recently cancelled a Hims subscription and moved to Keeps.
The description says the video sets the creator's earlier routine, which used topical finasteride, against the newer topical dutasteride product from Keeps. The creator also explains why they chose sprays over oral chews, saying they wanted to avoid systemic side effects. The chapters show a separate segment on a question the creator says comes up often in comments, which is why they don't just go to Turkey for a hair transplant.
The chapters place the creator's own results from 2:25. The description says they cover which areas grew back thicker and say their hair loss has stopped. The metadata does not show what is on screen, how long they used each product, or how they measured any change, so those details are only in the video itself. It runs 4:36 and closes with final thoughts and plans for future updates. The creator states that this is personal experience, not medical advice, and tells viewers to talk to a doctor about what suits them. This summary is based only on the title, description and chapter list, not on the footage.
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
- 0:27The creator explains the move from Hims to Keeps and its topical dutasteride product.
- 0:56The creator gives their reasons for not getting a hair transplant in Turkey.
- 1:35The creator compares topical sprays with oral chews, citing a wish to avoid systemic side effects.
- 2:25The creator shows their own results, including areas that regrew thicker and the end of their hair loss.
- 3:42The creator closes with final thoughts and says more updates are planned.
What it costs today
- FDA-approved and compounded
- No FDA warning letter found
- Most of the United States
Not in this price: $5 annual consultation after that.
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.
| Program | Message a clinician | Cost | From | Visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keeps | YesThe plan lists 24/7 messaging access with a licensed medical provider among what you get.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $14/mo | Visit |
| Ro | YesFree, unlimited follow-up messaging with a Ro-affiliated provider after you start treatment.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $16/mo | Visit |
| GoodRx Care | YesYou 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, 2026-10-31 | Not stated | $16/mo | Visit |
| Rex MD | YesFollow-ups are free once treatment starts; you message your assigned provider through the member portal any time.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $18/mo | Visit |
| Happy Head | YesUnlimited dermatologist support to adjust treatment; the page calls it support rather than messaging and states no price for it.source, 2026-10-31 | Not stated | $18/mo | Visit |
| Tuyo Health | YesMonthly follow-ups are included and your doctor stays available to check in; the FAQ adds messaging with your provider on a secure platform.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $18/mo | Visit |
| Strut Health | YesFree, unlimited follow-ups with a healthcare provider, who you can message from your account.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $18.33/mo | Visit |
| Hims | YesYou can message a provider with questions at any time, for free.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $22/mo | Visit |
| Maximus | YesEvery protocol includes 24/7 messaging with your care team at no additional cost.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $24.99/mo | Visit |
| MangoRx | YesUnlimited access to licensed providers for any concerns, with ongoing provider support listed in the monthly plan; the page does not name the channel.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $90/mo | Visit |
| Lemonaid Health | YesMessaging with clinical providers is included (stated on the oral minoxidil hair loss page; the ED page does not mention it).source, 2026-10-31 | Included | See review | Visit |
| PeterMD | YesUnlimited free consultations and 24/7 access to your medical team; the page says access and consults, not messaging by name.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | See review | Visit |
| Hone Health | YesUnlimited messaging with your care team, plus a clinician meeting every 3 months, as part of the membership.source, 2026-10-31 | Included in the paid Hone membership | See review | Visit |
| Rugiet | YesYou can message your doctor anytime in the portal, and unlimited follow-ups with your doctor are included in the price.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $99/mo | Visit |
| DudeMeds | Not foundNo statement found on the site about messaging a clinician after starting treatment. | Not stated | See review | Visit |
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