Before and after after a year of using minoxidil and 3 years of finestride Treatment 7/22/2025
The user experienced hair regrowth using 5% minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride, with additional supplements like a DHT blocker and foligrowth. Despite initial shedding, consistent use led to visible improvement in hair density.
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