Current progress after one year
    Progress Pictures 5/28/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Microneedling →

    technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) foam 2x daily 1 year
    💧 The Ordinary hair density serum (topical) double the recommended amount daily 1 week
    💧 Hims shampoo (topical) 1-2x weekly
    💧 Microneedling (topical) 1.5mm 1-2x monthly
    the tone is 😐 neutral with some growth results.

    Other terms

    The user, 31, shares their hair regrowth progress after one year of using Minoxidil inconsistently, becoming more consistent in the last six months, and adding The Ordinary hair density serum. They wash their hair with Hims shampoo, microneedle monthly, and avoid DHT blockers due to potential side effects.
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