Min/fin update and dandruff relief ππΌππΌππΌ 8/8/2026
The user experienced solid results with oral minoxidil and finasteride but had to stop topical minoxidil due to severe dandruff. They found relief using Equate dandruff shampoo with menthol selenium sulfate 1%, which helped control the dandruff and reduce hair shedding.
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