1 month progress, topical 0.3/6% fin/min + dermastamp Progress Pictures 9/12/2023
A 34-year-old started using a combination of topical finasteride/minoxidil and dermastamping to treat hair loss, noticing some shedding but remains optimistic about hair regrowth. They experienced minimal side effects, with only temporary watery semen.
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