Is the change in scalp texture (more creases, less shiny) a positive sign of hair regrowth and scalp recovery, or not significant? Update 4/18/2025
The user has been using a hair regrowth regimen for 9-10 months, including topical finasteride and minoxidil, various oils, and supplements like multivitamins and omega-3. They observed fine hairs returning and a change in scalp texture after adding cinnamon oil, questioning if this indicates positive hair regrowth.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Is the change in scalp texture (more creases, less shiny) a positive sign of hair regrowth and scalp recovery, or not significant?
The user has been using a regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, various oils, and supplements for hair regrowth over 9–10 months. They observed fine hairs returning and a change in scalp texture after adding cinnamon oil, questioning if this change is a positive sign.
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community 5 month results on natural protocol, i made a post after 3 mont of treatment wich you can find in my profile. I used different massages(detumescence therapy, wooden brush, tom hagerty exercises)vitamins(d3,fish oil, biotin,msm, magnesium) drank green tea and ate pumpkin seeds( reduces dht)
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