7,1/2 months of Minoxidil, 2 months finasteride. 20M Progress Pictures 2/13/2025
A 20-year-old shared progress on hair regrowth after 7.5 months of minoxidil and 2 months of finasteride, reporting no negative side effects and healthier hair. The user also improved their diet, stopped creatine, and experienced positive changes in hair and overall appearance.
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