How many guys on here are doing the low dose topical finasteride (solo without minox)? Finasteride/Dutasteride 1/6/2022
User discusses using low dose topical finasteride without minoxidil for hair loss. Another user shares their experience with homemade 0.025% finasteride topical, shedding, and microneedling.
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