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GlossaryHumectant

substance that attracts and retains moisture from the environment

A humectant is a substance that helps retain moisture by attracting water molecules from the surrounding environment. In hair and skincare products, humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid are used to keep hair and skin hydrated, making them look healthier and feel softer.

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community Creating Your Own Topicals: A Guide

in Research/Science 65 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 Carrier for homemade topical Finasteride

in Chat 6 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about making topical finasteride using stemoxydine as a carrier. The user is considering buying Redken Cerafill Hair Re-Densifying Treatment (Stemoxydine) 90ml for this purpose.

community Homemade Topical Finasteride Formula?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

User wants to make homemade topical finasteride to minimize side effects and asks about using glycerin, stirring time, storage, and alternative solvents. Another user's comment is unclear.

community Looking to make my own 2-Deoxy-D-ribose. Any science bros can give advice?

in Research/Science 3 upvotes 3 months ago

A user is making a 2-Deoxy-D-ribose solution and asks if it can be put into an oil instead of a gel, considering adding hydrocortisone and retinoic acid. They seek advice on the best carrier oil for hair growth.

community My progress story for my hair loss treatment

in Progress Pictures 400 upvotes 1 year ago

User's hair loss treatment progress includes 1 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg minoxidil tablets twice daily, microneedling 3 times a week, and Fungoral shampoo twice weekly. Good progress and minimal side effects reported.

community Remember to take care of your hair condition.

in Chat 107 upvotes 3 years ago

Taking care of hair condition through the use of shampoo, conditioner, oils and scalp scrubs, as well as advice on using Nizoral and Naturebox Olive Shampoo. Replies also included discussion about whether a bad shampoo could be causing hair loss.