Oral Fin+Min+Biotin Progress 2 Mo 12/4/2025
The user experienced significant hair improvement after switching from topical to oral treatments, using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin. They reported no major side effects, except for slightly thicker hair on their hands.
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