5 months until Europe, should I just shave it lol 24M Chat 4/3/2025
A 24-year-old experiencing hair thinning is using minoxidil, finasteride, and nutrafol, and plans to add keto shampoo and a derma roller to their routine. They are considering shaving their head before a trip to Europe and are advised to continue treatment, improve lifestyle habits, and possibly increase finasteride dosage for better results.
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