14 Month Progress w/ Topical Fin+Min Progress Pictures 8/15/2024
A user shared 14-month progress pictures using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about age, improvement timeline, and how to obtain finasteride.
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