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Will minoxidil have a negative effect on my recent FUE beard transplant?

SouthernDaveMay 23, 2016
I'm on day 3 after my FUE for my beard area. I'm thinking about starting a minoxidil routine on the face to encourage new growth on top of the new grafts. Will this have a negative impact?

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