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      community Vitamin D advice I received after seeing my blood work.

      in Research/Science  88 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the importance of taking vitamin D with food for better absorption and its potential role in hair loss. Some users also suggest taking vitamin D with K2, getting sunlight, and using finasteride for hair loss treatment.

      community What happened to topical dutasteride??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Topical dutasteride is considered for hair loss, but concerns about systemic absorption and side effects like reduced libido are common. Users have mixed results, with some preferring oral finasteride or dutasteride despite side effects, while others find topical treatments beneficial but challenging.

      community Dermaroller vs dermastamp vs dermapen

      in Microneedling  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      Microneedling is debated for hair loss treatment, with some users finding it beneficial for minoxidil absorption and others skeptical of its effectiveness. Alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil are recommended, while tools like dermarollers, dermapens, and dermastamps are discussed for their pros and cons.

      community Tretinoin every other day? (with daily minoxidil)

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is considering using Tretinoin every other day alongside daily Minoxidil to manage hair loss and is concerned about inconsistent absorption affecting regrowth. They have noticed a significant reduction in shedding but are unsure if it's due to Tretinoin or the end of the Minoxidil/finasteride shedding phase.

      community Can rosemary oil cause gynaecomastia?

      in Microneedling 5 months ago
      A user is concerned that using rosemary oil after microneedling might cause gynaecomastia due to increased absorption and potential DHT blocking. Other users believe rosemary oil is unlikely to affect hormones or cause gynaecomastia.

      community How to mix topical cetirizine with minoxidil?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses combining topical cetirizine with minoxidil for hair loss treatment and inquires about the safety and absorption through the skin, as well as the possibility of adding melatonin.

      community Hydrophobic Finasteride. Why don’t we have it?

      in Chat  3 upvotes 1 day ago
      The conversation discusses the potential benefits of creating a hydrophobic version of finasteride to reduce systemic side effects while maintaining scalp health. It compares this idea to fluridil, which is designed to be hydrophobic and has less systemic absorption.

      community Does microneedling cause hair to break or fall off?

      in Microneedling  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      Microneedling can potentially damage hair if not done carefully, with suggestions to press instead of roll and to use a pen. It's recommended to microneedle once a week at 1.5mm and wait 24 hours before applying Minoxidil to avoid unwanted absorption.

      community Hair shed after adding tretinoin with topical minoxydil

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      Adding tretinoin to a minoxidil routine can cause initial hair shedding, which may be normal as it potentially increases minoxidil's efficacy. Users suggest being cautious with tretinoin application, especially around microneedling, to avoid increased systemic absorption.

      community People Using Tretinoin and Minoxidil - How Are You Doing It?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      People are discussing using tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment, focusing on application methods and results. Microneedling is mentioned as a separate method to promote hair growth, with some debate on its effectiveness in enhancing minoxidil absorption.

      community Isotretinoin and Tretinoin difference

      in Product  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      Isotretinoin and tretinoin are different; isotretinoin can cause hair loss and has more side effects. Tretinoin may affect minoxidil absorption, and users suggest waiting before applying minoxidil.

      community Tretinoin every other day? (with daily minoxidil)

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      Using Tretinoin every other day with daily Minoxidil may help with hair regrowth, and some users find it more effective than daily use. There are concerns about irritation and absorption, but small amounts seem to minimize harm.

      community Is a topical serum as effective as a topical spray?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      The post discusses whether a topical serum with 0.3% finasteride, 6% minoxidil, and essential oils is as effective as a spray with the same concentrations but different ingredients for scalp absorption. The user is seeking advice on which formulation absorbs better into the scalp.
      Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      in Treatments  451 upvotes 5 months ago
      Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.

      community How long for RU58841 to absorb?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is concerned about safely using RU58841 around cats and wonders if applying it 2 hours before a shower is as effective as leaving it overnight. The discussion focuses on the absorption time and effectiveness of RU58841.

      community Minxodil collegen synthesis decrease?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      Minoxidil may age skin by slowing collagen synthesis, but using collagen peptides and a basic skincare routine might counteract this. Foam minoxidil could reduce systemic absorption and avoid alcohol-related side effects.

      community thoughts on topical Saw Palmetto oil

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is considering topical Saw Palmetto or Pumpkin Seed Oil due to sensitivity to finasteride and cost issues. They also use dermastamping for Minoxidil absorption and seek advice on timing to avoid systemic absorption.

      community 3 Months On Oral Min, Topical Fin

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been on a hair loss treatment for 3 months, taking oral Minoxidil and using a topical solution with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Tretinoin, as well as using a Dermapen for better absorption, with no side effects except hair growth. They switched to topical Finasteride due to side effects from oral Finasteride in the past.

      community Hims topical min/fin spray vs serum

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about someone switching from a hair loss treatment spray with alcohol and propylene glycol to a serum with essential oils, questioning the absorption and effectiveness of the new product. The spray and serum both contain 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil.

      community Is it ok to use minoxidil and other topicals simultaneously?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about whether it's safe to use minoxidil with a mix of stemoxydine, RU58841, alfatradiol, and tretinoin at the same time for hair loss treatment. Concerns were raised about the absorption and effectiveness when these treatments are applied together.

      community Reasons why Topical worked but Oral Minoxidil didn’t?

      in Minoxidil  16 upvotes 11 months ago
      Some people find topical minoxidil effective for hair loss, but oral minoxidil doesn't work for them, possibly due to absorption issues. Others have had better results with oral minoxidil, suggesting individual responses vary.

      community Loosing hope after not seeing improvement in hair regrowth.

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male is not seeing hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year and additional treatments for three months. Suggestions include improving scalp absorption with sea salt and trying a lipid-based solution, microneedling, and possibly switching to dutasteride if no improvement after 1-2 years.

      community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.