40 Days on Finasteride + Minoxidil – Am I on the Right Track? Progress Pictures 8/21/2025
The user is 40 days into using finasteride (1 mg daily) and topical minoxidil (twice a day) for hair loss, noticing some progress despite initial heavy shedding. They plan to switch to foam minoxidil due to flaking and have experienced hair growth on the forehead.
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