Hit update. 30M. Finasteride 1.25mg daily, Minoxidil Topical 5% 2x daily. Dermarolling and dermastamping biweekly. I started in July 2025, it is now November 2025 Is this regrowth? 12/1/2025
The user reports noticeable hair regrowth along the hairline and scalp after using finasteride 1.25mg daily, minoxidil 5% twice daily, and biweekly dermarolling and dermastamping since July 2025. They mention experiencing occasional low energy, possibly due to finasteride or shorter winter days.
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