Minoxidil and microneedling only - one year progress (m40+) 8/16/2024
A 40+ male shared his one-year progress using minoxidil twice daily and microneedling once a week, showing significant hair improvement. He also occasionally uses finasteride in a low dosage due to side effects.
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