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      community Hair loss is holding me back from enjoying life and I'm wasting away my youth

       279 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 31-year-old man feels depressed due to hair loss, using topical finasteride and previously tried minoxidil. Others suggest treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, hair transplants, or embracing baldness, highlighting the importance of mental health and self-acceptance.

      community 1 years progress. Thoughts please?

      in Is this regrowth?  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for hair regrowth, with plans for a future hair transplant. They are considering additional treatments like dermastamping and exploring options for dutasteride, which is unavailable in their country.

      community Better Than Minoxidil? Topical Sodium Valproate

       50 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical sodium valproate may promote hair growth by inhibiting GSK3β, allowing beta-catenin to proliferate, but it has potential side effects and requires more research. The conversation also mentions skepticism about a product called Vdphlo1, which includes sodium valproate and other ingredients.

      community PP405: The Ultimate Hair Loss Drug for Complete Hair Growth

       211 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in phase 2 trials that may promote hair growth by increasing lactate production and activating hair follicle stem cells. It could potentially replace hormone-disrupting treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community DIY NutraKos-style 6–amino-acid mix (recipe + references)

       1 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared a DIY recipe for a NutraKos-style amino acid mix as a cost-effective alternative to the expensive product, suggesting it as a complementary supplement for hair loss. Another user argued that proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are more reliable, questioning the efficacy of the amino acid mix.

      community Making PG free solution at home

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user wants to make a solution for RU58841 and finasteride powder using only glycerin and asks if ethanol is necessary. They are seeking advice on whether glycerin alone is sufficient.

      community Ru58841 20mg….making my own solution

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about making a 20mg/ml RU58841 solution for hair loss treatment using ethanol and propylene glycol. The user receives advice on calculating the correct amount of RU58841 powder needed.

      community Homemade pyri solution- problems

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user mixed a pyrilutamide solution and noticed undissolved powder at the bottom, questioning if this is normal and how long to wait before applying it. They wished others good luck with their treatments.

      community What’s needed to mix ru and k&b solution?

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Mixing RU58841 with a solution for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to use propylene glycol and ethanol instead of k&b solution due to scalp irritation. Recommendations include using ketoconazole shampoo for itchiness and considering oral minoxidil if topical causes irritation.

      community Topical Dutasteride Solution Recommendations

       5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses preparing a topical dutasteride solution for hair loss, with mentions of using alcohol, propylene glycol, and Avodart. Users also discuss the concentration of dutasteride and compare it to finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

      community Diluting Melatonin Sublingual Spray

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user wants to dilute a melatonin sublingual spray to 0.0033% for use as a topical hair loss treatment. They ask if distilled water can be used for dilution and how much is needed for stability over months.

      community Finasteride solution changing colors

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user noticed a color change in their hair loss solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone after storing it for several months. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the solution due to potential oxidation.

      community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years 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.

      community Homemade fin - solubilization issue

       1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is attempting to create a topical finasteride solution by mixing crushed finasteride pills with minoxidil but is facing solubility issues. They are unsure if the finasteride has dissolved properly and are seeking advice on whether it is safe to use and if there is a solution to the problem.

      community Has anyone created their own topical melatonin solution?

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses creating a topical melatonin solution for hair loss, with challenges in dissolving melatonin pills due to additives. Suggestions include using melatonin powder mixed with ethanol and glycerin.

      community Solvent for topical fin with low absorption

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

      community How to make Azelaic acid solution from powder?

       1 upvotes 7 months ago
      Azelaic acid is discussed for its anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties, which can improve scalp health and potentially boost hair growth. It is suggested for topical use, especially alongside minoxidil.

      community DIY Minoxidil mix with Fin, Caffeine, Cetirizine, and Melatonin?

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user plans to create a custom topical solution by adding finasteride, caffeine, cetirizine, and melatonin to a minoxidil bottle, questioning the stability and effectiveness of this mix. Concerns include potential crystallization and solution muddiness with added ingredients.