2 Months on Minoxidil 5% and Dermarolling. Is this good progress?
    Is this regrowth? 7/26/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Microneedling →

    technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 5% 2x daily 2 months
    💧 Dermarolling (topical) 1.5mm every 5 days 2 months
    the tone is 😀 positive with positive results.

    Other terms

    A user shared their 2-month progress using Minoxidil 5% and dermarolling for hair regrowth, showing positive results. Other users suggested adding finasteride to maintain gains, but the original poster prefers not to use it due to hormonal concerns.
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