how do you get tretinoin for hair? all I get is cream for the skin of the face Treatment 5/21/2025
Mixing tretinoin gel with Minoxidil for hair application is discussed, with suggestions to mix per application to avoid clogging and degradation. Some users apply tretinoin cream to the hairline and use Minoxidil and finasteride, noting potential irritation on the crown.
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