3 & 7 months progress on Topical Min and Topical Fin 12/8/2025
The user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth over 7 months using topical Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, and multivitamins with biotin, noting more regrowth at 3 months than at 7 months. They suspect a shedding phase and are considering the impact of not continuing microneedling.
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