Do you have short but thick hair that won't grow past a certain lenght? Chat 8/15/2026
Thick hair that won't grow past a certain length may be due to miniaturizing hairs with a shorter cycle. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and a derminator device.
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