Before/After 1 day topical minoxidil. Anyone else notice it gives you wrinkles and bags under your eyes? Satire 3/21/2023
This conversation discussed the side effects of Minoxidil for hair loss, with users sharing their experiences. Treatments such as Retinol and Tretinoin were suggested alongside topical or oral Minoxidil to reduce any negative impacts.
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