6 month update (1mg fin. 5% min. daily) Progress Pictures 12/25/2023
The conversation discusses a 6-month hair loss treatment update using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily. Some users apply minoxidil once or twice a day, and there's no mention of using a dermaroller or dermastamp in the treatment.
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