finastride and minxidil have changed my life Progress Pictures 12/18/2025
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil daily, showing significant improvement in hair density over six months. The conversation includes supportive comments and questions about the treatment details, such as whether finasteride was taken orally or topically and if microneedling was used.
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