30M. Am I balding or just a mature hairline? (on finasteride + min)

[Zreeper]

I've been on finasteride since April 2023.

Started topical minoxidil once daily in November 2024 and increased to twice daily on May 25, 2026.

My main concern is temple recession. My crown seems fine and overall density still looks pretty good to me, but I'm having a hard time judging objectively.

I've included photos from 2023 as well as current photos.

A few questions:

• What Norwood would you put me at?
• Does this look stable since 2023?
• Do you see actual thinning or mostly temple recession?
• Does it look like finasteride has maintained things reasonably well?
• Anyone have experience getting temple improvement from long-term minoxidil?

Be honest. I'd rather hear the truth than get reassurance.

Photos attached.