Five Months Progress - Min/Fin Progress Pictures 8/4/2025
The user shared five months of progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and supplements like biotin, zinc, omega-3, and collagen. They noted encouraging results, while others suggested trying oral minoxidil or microneedling for potentially better outcomes.
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