Microneedling question on frequency
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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 microneedling (topical) 0.5 mm daily
    💧 microneedling (topical) 1.5 mm once a week
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    The conversation is about the proper frequency and needle length for microneedling to treat hair loss, with a user asking if they should use a 0.5 mm derma stamp daily and a 1.5 mm stamp once a week.
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