DHT is required to convert vellus hair into terminal hair? Finasteride/Dutasteride 12/27/2024
Finasteride and Dutasteride block DHT, which is needed for vellus hair to become terminal on the beard but not on the scalp. The user considered using DHT cream but learned it's unnecessary for scalp hair.
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