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      community Is my topical Minoxidil solution optimal enough?

       1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is using a 5% minoxidil solution with low propylene glycol and 1 mg of oral finasteride daily but is still experiencing hair shedding, especially at the temples and front. They are concerned about absorption issues and considering adding tretinoin to improve results.

      community Propylene Glycol vs Glycerin in topical finasterside?

       2 upvotes 10 months ago
      Switching from propylene glycol to glycerin in topical finasteride may reduce systemic absorption and side effects while maintaining local scalp DHT suppression. Concerns exist about glycerin's ability to deliver the full dose to hair follicles.

      community Any scalp-friendly min+ru products available in UK?

       1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is seeking recommendations for scalp-friendly minoxidil and RU58841 products available in the UK, as previous products caused scalp inflammation. They mention issues with RUDirect and MinoxidilMax products.

      community Does this product suck or is it me?

       9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The applicator for a homemade hair loss solution containing Minoxidil, RU58841, Azelaic acid, and caffeine is difficult to use, with users experiencing issues with dispensing the liquid. Some suggest pressing harder or using a different method, like a dropper, for better application.

      community My home made topical dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user making a homemade topical dutasteride solution to use alongside testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and oral dutasteride. The user aims to reduce DHT locally at the testosterone injection site and on the scalp.

      community carriers other than PG for ru58841 ? Help !!

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is seeking alternatives to propylene glycol and glycerin for mixing with RU58841 due to allergies and greasiness. Suggestions include reducing glycerin and considering stemoxydine as a solvent.

      community Ru + glycerin making scalp greasy . help !!

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing a greasy and dandruff-prone scalp from using RU58841 with glycerin and is seeking alternative carriers for seborrheic dermatitis. They are also using dutasteride 0.5mg.

      community Cheaper than Regaine Minoxidil in Europe?

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking a less greasy and more affordable minoxidil solution in Europe, similar to Regaine foam. Suggestions include looking for pharmacies that make their own minoxidil, and considering brands like Kirkland or Foligain.

      community Is this VIOFAIRY Minoxidil brand good

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been using a new brand of minoxidil called VIOFAIRY for six months and finds it effective, though the labeling has misspellings. They are seeking feedback from others who have tried this brand.

      community How to mix ru-powder with European ingredients?

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user seeks advice on mixing RU58841 serum using European ingredients, specifically struggling to find propylene glycol. They are looking for alternatives to American products commonly recommended in guides.

      community Mixing Stemoxydine 5% with premixed solution of RU58841 5%

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using Dutasteride, Nizoral, and RU58841 for hair loss and is considering mixing RU58841 with Stemoxydine for better scalp coverage but is concerned about the potential degradation of RU58841 when mixed with a water-based solution. They are seeking advice on the feasibility of this mixture.

      community RU58841 - How & When to Apply?

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      RU58841 should be applied directly to the scalp, ideally once a day, a few hours before bed. Some users experienced side effects like shedding and systemic issues when using RU58841 and Minoxidil together, while others reported no side effects when using RU58841 alone.

      community Making topical Fin without Minoxidil

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      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.

      community Homemade topical fin vs. pharmacy made topical fin

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is considering making their own topical finasteride from crushed Propecia tablets and asks if there would be any difference compared to pharmacy-made versions or products like Essegen-F. They note that making drugs at home is generally not recommended.

      community Best homemade topical Finasteride formula ?

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses homemade topical finasteride formulas, comparing two solutions with different proportions of alcohol and propylene glycol. The user seeks advice on which formula is gentler on the scalp, suggesting that less alcohol might be better.

      community topical cetirizine to control scalp inflammation

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user applies a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone to address scalp inflammation and is considering adding cetirizine to the mix. They are calculating the correct amount of cetirizine to add to their formula and have paused this approach to retry oral minoxidil.

      community RU55841 premixed solution vs powder

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      RU58841 treatment for hair loss, comparing premixed solutions to powder form. Users prefer powder for cost-effectiveness and customization.

      community Be careful about using non-PG based alternatives of Minoxidil (mathematically speaking, haven’t seen much practical studies)

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      Minoxidil formulations often use propylene glycol (PG) for stability and effectiveness, but PG-free alternatives like foams and PEG-based solutions can also be effective with less irritation. Concerns exist about the quality of PG-free minoxidil from lesser-known brands, especially from India, due to potential manufacturing issues.

      community Why you can still look forward to PP405 and JXL-069

       22 upvotes 1 month ago
      PP405 and JXL-069 are the same compound, but users experienced no results due to flawed application methods. The topical gel formulation of PP405 is designed to target hair follicle stem cells effectively, unlike liquid solutions that fail to penetrate deeply.

      community Topicals for sensitive scalp (+sed derm)

       9 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about finding a gentle topical treatment for a sensitive scalp with seborrheic dermatitis. Suggestions include using Trichosol/Trichofoam-based topical finasteride/minoxidil, which is considered gentle on the scalp.

      community Topical Dutasteride Experiment

       1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experimenting with a homemade topical dutasteride formulation to reduce hair loss while minimizing systemic absorption, using MCT oil, almond oil, vitamin E, tea tree oil, and lavender oil. They are monitoring hair growth and side effects, particularly focusing on sexual health, and are open to feedback on their approach.

      community Question on lifestyle changes when on treatment

       3 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about using topical finasteride for hair loss and concerns about its application, side effects, and practicality. Users suggest switching to oral finasteride for convenience, despite potential side effects.

      community Post TCA pic and two month in, just posting baseline and an update.

       6 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment regimen, which includes Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, topical Dutasteride, Minoxidil sulfate, antioxidants, and various supplements. The user is also using a derma stamp and has paused Tretinoin due to a TCA peel recovery.