7 months progress with topicals only and micro needling. Is this regrowth? 9/26/2025
The user reported significant hair regrowth after seven months using topical minoxidil 5% combined with 0.1% finasteride and weekly micro needling. The community responded positively, noting visible improvement and discussing the effectiveness of topical versus oral finasteride.
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