Analysis of Fractionation Potential from Ethanol Extract of Pacing Leaves (Costus spicatus (Jacq.) Sw.) as Raw Material for Herbal Medicine on Hair Growth Activity Test in Rabbits

A user is interested in creating a hair growth serum using oleic acid, palmitoleic acid, and anhydrous ethanol, and seeks advice on sourcing these ingredients. Another user plans to mix these with minoxidil, which already contains ethanol, and mentions using RU58841.

The conversation is about using distilled water as a solvent for topical finasteride to reduce systemic absorption. The user is considering avoiding ethanol and propylene glycol to achieve this.

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of combining Laminaria japonica and Cistanche tubulosa extracts for hair growth. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

The conversation is about making and selling RU58841 scalp lotion by mixing the powder with ethanol and propylene glycol. The user is considering selling it as a lotion due to import restrictions in their country.

The user is experiencing scalp irritation from using RU58841 with a 70% ethanol and 30% propylene glycol vehicle and is considering switching to a less irritating vehicle, such as 30% ethanol with 70% squalane or emu oil. They are seeking feedback on the effectiveness and irritation levels of these alternative carriers.

Mixing clascoterone with minoxidil involves using 99% ethanol and propylene glycol. Users discuss the effectiveness and potential side effects of this DIY solution.