how important is microneedling? Finasteride/Dutasteride 5/17/2023
User takes topical finasteride/minoxidil with little results, asks if microneedling helps for temple regions and if 0.5mm is enough. Replies suggest microneedling is effective and 0.5mm works, sharing personal regimens.
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