Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil
    Progress Pictures 9/14/2025

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    In this side effect report post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’ง Minoxidil (topical) more than one cup per dose, now half a cup twice a day, now once a day 5 months
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜ž negative with growth on the scalp results.

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    Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil use, with suggestions to reduce dosage or switch to finasteride. Users recommend hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, or electrolysis to manage excess facial hair.
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