community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO
The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.
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30 / 712 resultscommunity Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss
Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.
community The Bleach Test for Minoxidil? Origins? Mechanisms?
The conversation discusses the "bleach test" for minoxidil, where minoxidil turns yellow when mixed with bleach. The user tested liquid minoxidil, rogaine foam, and minoxidil tablets, all of which turned yellow, suggesting a reaction specific to minoxidil.
community It is said that minoxidil decreases collagen production. Any anecdotes here that have quit minoxidil and got better skin as a result?
Minoxidil is discussed for its potential to decrease collagen production, with users sharing experiences about skin improvement after stopping its use. Some mention using it on their face for beard growth.
community Pre and Post Dermarolling Routine?
The conversation is about a hair loss treatment routine involving dermarolling, finasteride, minoxidil, and natural oils. Suggestions include using shorter needles for better absorption of treatments and longer needles less frequently for hair follicle regeneration.
community Innovative hair loss treatment can restore 90% of lost hair
A new hair loss treatment using dermal exosomes can restore up to 90% of lost hair in mice. Users discuss potential human trials and compare it to Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community Peptides that Stop Hair Loss? | In-depth Literature Review Video
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
community Assistance on homemade topical finasteride regimen please?
User has maintained hairline with minoxidil for 8 years but now seeks to add topical finasteride due to increased hair loss. They request advice on making a homemade finasteride solution, including ingredient recommendations and optimal percentages for ethanol and glycerin.
community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.
community Sandalore: a scientific homemade approch
The post discusses using Sandalore as a potential hair loss treatment, emphasizing precise measurements and safe handling. The user compares Sandalore's effects to Minoxidil and mentions preparing a solution with ethanol and DMSO.
community Alcohol free Minoxidil with Finasteride and Redensyl for 10$ in India
A user discusses affordable hair loss treatments in India, highlighting alcohol-free Minoxidil with Finasteride and Redensyl for $10. They also mention government-provided Minoxidil with alcohol and Finasteride pills at very low costs.
community Starting my journey taking fin 3 days a week. Minoxidil once daily. Pumpkin seed oil, biotin, zinc, and magnesium supplements daily. Strict no alcohol and no high sugar diet with regular exercise. Will post updates.
A user is starting a hair loss treatment regimen with finasteride three times a week, minoxidil once daily, and daily supplements of pumpkin seed oil, biotin, zinc, and magnesium. They are also following a strict no alcohol, no high sugar diet, and regular exercise, and plan to post updates.
community Supplements for hair growth (Alcoholics, Smokers; and Gym Goers)
A user shared their experience with hair loss and recommended supplements like magnesium, vitamin D, vitamin C, zinc, iron, and protein, along with using a dermaroller. They noted benefits such as accelerated fat loss, muscle growth, better digestion, increased testosterone, and improved hair and skin quality.
community Propylene glycol vs ethyl alcohol(70% or 96%) for topical finasteride solution. Pros and cons?
The conversation discusses the pros and cons of using propylene glycol versus ethyl alcohol in topical solutions for finasteride and minoxidil. It questions why propylene glycol is commonly used and whether ethyl alcohol might be a better option.
community Is it safe to use 70% isopropyl alcohol/rubbing alcohol as a carrier agent for topical fin?
A user is considering using 70% isopropyl alcohol with glycerin as a carrier for topical finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about its safety compared to ethanol. They are unsure where to buy ethanol without toxic methanol.
community experimenting with vitamin D3 in alcohol/oil topically only
Hair is growing faster after 2 weeks of using topical vitamin D3 in alcohol/oil. The user plans to continue the experiment for 3 months before giving a full review.
community Does melatonin dissolve in isopropyl alcohol
The conversation discusses making a topical melatonin solution for hair loss treatment, questioning if isopropyl alcohol can dissolve melatonin. Melatonin is soluble in lipids and alcohol, but it's unstable and should be mixed fresh regularly; it may help hair growth by affecting certain cellular signaling pathways and has anti-androgenic effects.
community Due to the virus, I can't get rubbing alcohol to sterilize my dermaroller after use. Would Listerine work as an alternative?
The conversation is about using Listerine as an alternative to rubbing alcohol for sterilizing a dermaroller due to unavailability. The ingredients of Listerine are listed to determine its suitability.
community Minoxidil without coconut derivatives? (coconut allergy) (glycerin, cetyl alcohol)
A user is seeking a Minoxidil solution without coconut derivatives due to a coconut allergy and is considering DIY options from pure Minoxidil tablets. They mention that Rogaine contains glycerin and cetyl alcohol, which are derived from coconut.
community 3 months of hair treatment! I think I’m hyper responsive to my treatment. Finasteride, biotin pills, derma roller with rosemary/jojoba oil applied after, coffee in the morning for caffeine . No diet or alcohol consumption changes.
The user reports significant hair regrowth after three months using finasteride, biotin pills, a derma roller with rosemary/jojoba oil, and drinking coffee, despite an initial increase in hair shedding. Other users share varied results with similar treatments, with some not experiencing improvements.
community Science backed answer only from what you have learnt .
Alcohol-based minoxidil absorbs better but can cause irritation; non-alcohol-based is gentler. Topical dutasteride shows promise but needs more research; low-dose oral minoxidil (0.25 mg/day) is effective with fewer side effects. Ingredients like Procapil, Redensyl, caffeine, and Anagain in shampoos have limited evidence; ketoconazole shampoo can help when used 2-3 times a week with other treatments.
community Anyone tried this minoxidil product - Aqua based
Switching from alcohol-based to aqua-based minoxidil is discussed, specifically Cosmofix Minofix 5%. Users share experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and side effects of the switch.
community So I earlier used to use the alchol variant but it lead to dryness in scalp and I switched to a non alchol variant that contains oleanolic acid , is it more or less the same , coz I heard alchol helps in better penetration so wondering if this would reduce my hair growth.
The user switched from an alcohol-based Minoxidil to a non-alcohol variant with oleanolic acid due to scalp dryness. They are concerned if the non-alcohol variant will be less effective for hair growth.
community Irritated scalp from tretinoin and alochol; any fixes?
The user is experiencing scalp irritation from using tretinoin and alcohol-based hair loss treatments like stemoxydine. They find that Aquaphor helps with the pain but is difficult to apply in hairy areas.
community Zix in stemoxydine
User considers making Zix topical solution with ethanol/alcohol for hair loss treatment. Asks if crushing b6 and zinc into stemoxydine is possible.
community For those of you who are getting facial skin side effects (aging, dark circles) from minoxidil, try this, it helped me.
The conversation provides tips to reduce facial skin side effects from Minoxidil, such as changing pillowcases, sleeping on the back, careful application, hydration, and taking breaks. One reply suggests that alcohol in Minoxidil formulations, not Minoxidil itself, may cause skin aging.
community (Good) Shedding vs. (Bad) Hair Loss - How to tell the difference?
The user is unsure if their hair shedding after switching to low-alcohol minoxidil and using rosemary oil is a sign of hair regrowth or actual hair loss. They have been using minoxidil and finasteride for years without experiencing similar symptoms until now.
community Hims topical min/fin spray vs serum
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 Making topical Fin without Minoxidil
A user is asking if they can make topical finasteride using just water or isopropyl alcohol, as they don't have access to minoxidil or other ingredients. They have 1mg finasteride pills and are seeking advice on how to use them topically.