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      community RU58841 vehicle penetration (Study for minoxidil)

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user mixes their own RU58841 solution and found that increasing the ethanol content improved absorption and reduced scalp itching. A study on minoxidil showed that penetration increased with higher ethanol concentrations, reaching maximum penetration at 90% ethanol.

      community tretinoin cream concentration question

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about choosing the right concentration of tretinoin cream to enhance the absorption of minoxidil for hair loss treatment. The options discussed are 0.5, 0.05, 0.25, and 1mg/g concentrations.

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

      in Research/Science  90 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 Where do you get tretinoin? without prescription? in Europe?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation discusses obtaining tretinoin without a prescription in Europe and its use to enhance minoxidil absorption for hair loss treatment. Users share sources, experiences, and application methods for tretinoin, with some noting side effects like increased shedding.

      community Tretinoin every other day? (with daily minoxidil)

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 weeks 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 Oral minoxidyl and topical minoxidyl

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      Using both oral and topical minoxidil is likely safe, but be cautious of increased systemic absorption. The best tretinoin dosage to enhance minoxidil effectiveness is not specified.

      community Can rosemary oil cause gynaecomastia?

      in Microneedling 2 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 Topical Dutasteride. Does it work?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 5 months ago
      Topical dutasteride may be effective for hair loss by staying in the scalp and minimizing bloodstream absorption, potentially improving hair results and reducing side effects. The user seeks advice on its effectiveness.

      community How to mix topical cetirizine with minoxidil?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 10 months 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 Is microneedling + minoxidil better than oral minoxidil

      in Chat  29 upvotes 1 week ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered more effective for hair regrowth than topical minoxidil, but it carries higher risks. Combining microneedling with topical minoxidil can enhance absorption, but oral minoxidil with microneedling shows significant results.

      community Tretinoin every other day? (with daily minoxidil)

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 weeks 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 Topical Dutasteride & Microneedling Works

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      Topical dutasteride, especially at higher concentrations, can be effective for hair loss when combined with microneedling to enhance absorption. Users discuss the side effects of finasteride and dutasteride, with some preferring topical treatments to avoid systemic side effects.

      community 8 months into Finasteride and Minoxidil (17M)

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 17-year-old has been using minoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride for hair loss, with added tretinoin for better absorption. They are seeking opinions on their progress and the use of finasteride as a teenager.

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

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 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  372 upvotes 2 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 3 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 4 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 5 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 Ketoconazole mesotherapy plausible?

      in Ketoconazole  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses using ketoconazole, an anti-androgen, for hair loss and whether mesotherapy with dermarolling could enhance its absorption into the scalp. The user questions if the typical 2% ketoconazole shampoo dose would be effective when used after dermarolling to target androgen receptors in the scalp.

      community 3 Months On Oral Min, Topical Fin

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 6 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  11 upvotes 7 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 8 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 8 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.