The conversation discusses using minoxidil foam as a solvent for topical finasteride. Ingredients of minoxidil foam include butane, cetyl alcohol, glycerin, and purified water.
Topicals like minoxidil and finasteride should reach the scalp, but excessive massaging can cause hair to fall out. The evaporation felt is likely the carrier substances like alcohol or propylene glycol.
A user discusses using a hemp inflammation cream for hair loss, noting it contains aloe vera, hemp extract, rosemary oil, glycerin, emu oil, menthol, and MSM, which are beneficial for hair loss. They consider using the cream instead of making their own topical treatment.
A user is seeking feedback on a homemade topical finasteride formula for hair loss, consisting of 7.5 mg of finasteride, propylene glycol, ethanol, and distilled water. They aim to achieve a 0.0125% solution by applying 2 ml daily.
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.
A user is seeking advice on creating a homemade finasteride foam similar to over-the-counter Minoxidil foam, due to issues with glycerin and propylene glycol in their current solutions. They are considering using a mixture of ethanol/alcohol and water for the foam.
A user is seeking a UK source for a combined minoxidil and RU58841 solution that doesn't contain scalp-irritating ingredients. They specifically want a product without propylene glycol (PG).
The conversation discusses the use of Finastopic, a carrier for finasteride solutions by Isdin, and compares it to a standard propylene glycol (PG) solution. The user was prescribed a 1% finasteride solution using Finastopic and has been using a self-compounded 0.025% topical finasteride with minoxidil.
Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foam minoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.
Finasteride, a hair loss treatment, was observed to reduce scalp oiliness in users. Anti-androgens like Finasteride are known to decrease the activity of oil-producing glands.
The user has been using Minoxidil and Finasteride for over a year with limited success and is now trying microneedling. They seek advice on using hyaluronic acid to help the microneedling pen glide smoothly on the scalp.
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.
A 25-year-old is using vinpocetine to enhance the absorption of topical Minoxidil for hair loss. They also use a hair tonic and supplement with Glycine, Taurine, Creatine, and Citrulline.
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.
The conversation discusses hair loss linked to BDNF-increasing nootropics like Semax and Lions Mane. Suggested topical treatments include capsaicin, beta-glucan, and ginseng to counteract TGF-B activation.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.
The user shared progress pictures after using finasteride and minoxidil for 6 months, expressing increased confidence. One user suggested using glasses with stronger prescription.
Hair loss treatment with latanoprost, minoxidil, and biotin showed progress. Latanoprost, a glaucoma drug, stimulates anagen phase and increases conversion of vellus hair to terminal hair.
Female with aga tried minoxidil 5% and spironolactone, no success yet. Gladyator96 suggests waiting 6 months, adding tretinoin or dermarolling with minoxidil.
Latanoprost for hair loss is available in Canada at Ford's Family Pharmacy in New Brunswick, with up to 0.03% concentration, six times stronger than glaucoma medication Xalatan.
The conversation is about experimenting with topical Viagra or Cialis for hair loss, including methods for dissolving the tablets. The user is also using herbal oil massages and considering using Ethanol/Propylene Glycol for better dissolution.
The conversation discusses how to mix pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment, suggesting a mixture of 500mg pyrilutamide with 70% ethanol and 30% propylene glycol, and a potential application dose of 1mL. The user has not personally used pyrilutamide but has researched its preparation and application based on others' experiences.
A user is seeking recommendations for purchasing Minichek 5% solution, a PG-free minoxidil, due to a contact allergy to propylene glycol. They are looking for an affordable option comparable in price to Kirkland or Amazon brand minoxidil.
The conversation discusses creating a topical hair loss treatment by dissolving melatonin in ethanol and possibly mixing it with castor oil, questioning the stability of the solution. An alternative of using glycerin is also considered.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, dermaneedling, and keto shampoo with great results. They seek a propylene glycol-free, volume-boosting shampoo for thin and fine hair.
User seeks participants for Verteporfin group buy. Verteporfin, FDA approved, may regenerate hair follicles and sweat glands through heavy microneedling.
Liquid and foam minoxidil are equally effective for treating hair loss. Liquid minoxidil may be slightly better absorbed due to propylene-glycol, but both forms work well.
A person considering finasteride for hair loss checked their hormone levels before starting treatment. They are concerned about the potential increase in estradiol and its effects, as well as the impact on their sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and free testosterone levels.
Hair loss therapies focusing on hair follicle sugar metabolism and aldose reductase. Potential treatments include magnesium supplements, avoiding high glycemic index foods, and antioxidants.
The conversation discusses concerns about Dr. Rassman's topical Finasteride, specifically whether it is liposomal or glycol-based. Dr. Rassman insists on providing the correct liposomal formulation and urges patients to contact him if they receive the wrong product.