2-3 weeks only oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily vs 7 months only oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily
Progress Pictures 4/4/2024
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A 22-year-old has seen hair density improvement after using oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily for 7 months and also uses rosemary mint oil weekly. Others suggest finasteride for long-term results, question minoxidil's effectiveness without finasteride, and mention alternatives like microneedling.
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