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      community Hair loss and ethnicity - Caucasian men the most likely to experience hair loss

      in Chat  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses how Caucasian men are more likely to experience hair loss due to genetic predisposition, with factors like the androgen receptor on the X chromosome playing a significant role. The user also expresses confusion about the evolutionary reasons for hair loss, especially in colder climates where it would seem beneficial to retain hair for warmth.

      community RU58841 carrier - PG/Ethanol vs KB solution?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the differences between PG/Ethanol and KB solutions for RU58841 application, focusing on potential scalp irritation. KB solution is suggested for those allergic to PG, though both contain ethanol which can dry the scalp.

      community RU58841 KB Solution vs PG + Ethanol

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the differences between KB solution and PG + Ethanol solution for RU58841 in treating hair loss. It compares the effectiveness and properties of these two solutions.

      community Black Hair Regrowth Process Timeline

      in Progress Pictures  70 upvotes 2 years ago
      Treating Black/ethnic hair loss with a combination of Minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral shampoo and derma pen treatments, as well as occasional Jamaican Black Caster Oil use. The user documented their progress over the course of 3.5 months, showing improvement in hair growth.

      community What do you mix your RU58841 powder with?

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      RU58841 powder is mixed with a 70% ethanol and 30% propylene glycol solution, with some users seeking PG-free alternatives. Minoxidil is also mentioned as a treatment option.

      community Diy topical fin chunks on bottom

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user made a 70/30 ethanol/propylene glycol topical finasteride solution but noticed chunks at the bottom. The discussion focuses on this issue with the DIY hair loss treatment.

      community Zix in stemoxydine

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      User considers making Zix topical solution with ethanol/alcohol for hair loss treatment. Asks if crushing b6 and zinc into stemoxydine is possible.

      community Creating Your Own Topicals: A Guide

      in Research/Science  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creating a carrier solution for topical hair loss treatments using ethanol, propylene glycol or glycerin, and instructions on creating topical finasteride. Different recipes are provided with varying ratios of alcohol to humectant.

      community Pyrilutamide solution question

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the stability of pyrilutamide in different solutions. The user is asking if a 70/30 ethanol/pg solution with 4% water will degrade pyrilutamide.

      community Topical finasteride in liposomal formulation

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Topical finasteride in a liposomal formulation reduces systemic absorption compared to ethanol solutions. The user is seeking sources for such products, noting that popular options like morr-f are not liposomal.

      community Topical fin formulation question

      in Finasteride  91 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user is making a homemade topical finasteride solution by dissolving crushed finasteride tablets in ethanol and PG. They are unsure if the final solution maintains the intended concentration after filtering and are considering adding more ethanol to ensure accuracy.

      community Topical finasteride carrier/vehicle

      in Finasteride  135 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is considering making a homemade topical finasteride solution using an ethanol-based carrier. They are inquiring if a solution containing partially denatured ethyl alcohol and benzalkonium chloride is suitable.

      community What’s the highest minox % you home brewed ?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user discusses their experience with dissolving high concentrations of minoxidil in various ethanol/PG ratios and mentions difficulties with combining it with RU58841. They note that a 5% minoxidil solution remains stable, while higher concentrations tend to precipitate.

      community Terrible experience with MV Supplements and no support

      in Product  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user had a bad experience with MV Supplements when their Pyril powder and ethanol order leaked during shipping, making the products unusable. Despite contacting support and providing evidence, the company's return policy did not allow for a refund or replacement.

      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 Making PG free solution at home

      in Product  1 upvotes 6 months 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 The best vehicle/carrier for RU58841

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the best vehicle for RU58841, comparing trichosol and Garnier/Vichy Stemoxydine, avoiding propylene glycol (PG) or ethanol due to previous scalp damage. The user is also seeking sources for these products in the EU.