Reminder: use a derma stamp not a derma roller
    Progress Pictures 8/16/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride β†’

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Minoxidil β†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’Š Finasteride (oral) 1mg daily 1 year
    πŸ’§ Minoxidil (topical) 5% 2x daily 1 year
    πŸ’§ Derma stamp (topical) 1.5mm inconsistently once a week
    the tone is πŸ˜€ positive with hella growth results.

    Other terms

    Using a derma stamp instead of a derma roller for hair growth is more effective and less damaging. The user experienced hair improvement with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and a derma stamp.
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