Min and Fin User: Nutrition and how do you all track? Research/Science 7/27/2025
The user started using topical Minoxidil and Procapil, then added oral Minoxidil and Finasteride, seeing some hair thickening but no improvement in the frontal hairline. They believe nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle impact hair health and are seeking ways to track hairline and medication use.
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