What can I use to prepare a lotion that doesn't irritate my scalp or make my hair sticky? (Want to experiment with metformin and Alpha Keto glutarate) 10/23/2023
The conversation is about a user who tried dissolving a metformin pill in water for hair treatment but faced issues with hair sticking together. The user is seeking advice on preparing a non-irritating, non-sticky lotion at home, possibly experimenting with metformin and Alpha Keto glutarate.
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