microneedling pre and post care 2/8/2025
Microneedling for hair loss involves sterilizing tools and possibly using serums like minoxidil or hyaluronic acid. Users report different routines, including applying minoxidil immediately after microneedling, using finasteride, and washing with ketoconazole shampoo.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity If you aren't happy with your results but haven't tried microneedling: why not?
Microneedling with minoxidil significantly boosts hair growth, even for non-responders to minoxidil alone. The routine includes a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly and minoxidil twice daily, with some users adding finasteride and tretinoin.
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Begin with finasteride to evaluate its effectiveness before adding minoxidil. Combining treatments may enhance results but could also increase side effects; individual responses differ.
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