No Visual Change But I Feel Like My Hair is Stronger Finasteride/Dutasteride 1/7/2025
The user feels their hair is stronger despite no visual change after using Finasteride for 9 months and Minoxidil for 7 months, and plans to add microneedling. Other users share similar experiences, suggesting combinations like Finasteride with Dutasteride and Minoxidil with Tretinoin for better results.
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