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      community How to treat skin when using minoxidil?

       6 upvotes 5 years ago
      Minoxidil may cause skin issues like wrinkles and dark undereyes, possibly due to alcohol content. Alternatives include collagen supplements, vitamin C, and skincare products; some users prefer finasteride for hair loss without these side effects.

      community 4.5 months on minox and seeing basically 0 growth, GOING BALLS DEEP

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is frustrated with the lack of hair growth after using minoxidil for nearly 5 months and plans to intensify their treatment with additional products like tretinoin cream, stemoxydine, and microneedling, while continuing finasteride. They are considering a hair transplant in the future and are cautious about starting oral minoxidil due to past heart issues.

      community Deoxyribose sugar gel worked just as well as minoxidil

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      A deoxyribose sugar gel may work as well as minoxidil for hair regrowth by boosting blood supply to hair follicles. Some users discuss combining it with minoxidil and cetrizine, but caution is advised due to potential risks and lack of consistent results.

      community Blow dryer, sea salt spray, mousse, texture powder

       5 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Using a blow dryer, sea salt spray, mousse, and texture powder can significantly increase hair volume. These products can improve hair appearance quickly and easily.

      community Help labing up hair preservations

      2 years ago
      The conversation is about making RU58841 solutions for hair loss treatment and sourcing ingredients for KB solutions. The user mentions using RU58841 powder from Shaanxi Greenyobiotech.

      community minoxidil scalp Inflammation, lossing my hair very fast,

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user experienced scalp inflammation and rapid hair loss after using minoxidil, despite initial success. Suggestions included switching to minoxidil foam, using oils, trying aspirin, and considering RU58841 for inflammation and hair loss management.

      community What are people mixing peptides with for micro needling?

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Peptides are being considered for microneedling, with suggestions to mix them with a water-based serum like Estee Lauder night repair, but not with water. A user switched from minoxidil and derma roller to a brand called Mikro for its cleaner application and natural ingredients.

      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 Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray

       3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.

      community DHT levels went up after 6 months of finasteride usage.

       22 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Finasteride's effectiveness may be reduced due to heat exposure, affecting DHT levels. Testing methods and medication storage conditions are likely factors in the unchanged DHT levels.

      community New study on mice - deoxyribose gel for hairloss

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A sugar gel applied to mice showed potential for hair regrowth, possibly with fewer side effects than minoxidil. Users are skeptical and await human trials to assess its effectiveness and safety.

      community Does drinking coffee offset the effects of Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether drinking coffee affects the hair growth benefits of Minoxidil, with one user mentioning that Minoxidil's vasodilation is stronger than caffeine's vasoconstriction, and another sharing personal experience of better hair growth after quitting caffeine while on Minoxidil.

      community treatment: oil your scalp, for dryness

      2 years ago
      A user asked if applying oil (olive, coconut, etc.) to the scalp for dryness and hair loss is effective, as recommended by a dermatologist. They expressed doubt about the advice and sought opinions on its usefulness.

      community What should I dilute topical finasteride with?

       1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is trying to dilute a 0.25% finasteride spray but is experiencing hair issues with a substitute alcohol mixture containing propylene glycol. They are advised to use a mixture of 20% propylene glycol, 65% alcohol, and 15% purified water, but cannot use minoxidil due to adverse effects.

      community How to make a RU58841 solution (50mL 5% strength)

       33 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses making a RU58841 solution for hair loss prevention and includes personal experiences with using RU58841 and minoxidil for hair regrowth, with a mention of monitoring health effects.

      community Why is clascosterone (cb0301) so expensive ?

       3 upvotes 1 month ago
      Clascosterone (CB0301) is expensive due to concentrated form and lack of market competition. Users discuss sourcing from Indian and Chinese pharmacies for cheaper alternatives, but express concerns about product quality.

      community PP405: latest news. Really interesting

       29 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses impressive results from a 28-day application of a hair loss treatment. Users compare it to their experiences with Minoxidil and Dutasteride, noting excitement over the new findings.

      community 5 months no fin or min just copper peptides and nad+

       4 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using copper peptides and NAD+ without finasteride or minoxidil. Users suggest comparing wet and dry hair photos for better assessment.

      community RU and cetosomal minoxidil topical

       1 upvotes 7 months ago
      Mixing RU58841 with cetosomal minoxidil is discussed due to scalp irritation from ethanol PG vehicles. A mixture of the two turned bright pink when left to dry.

      community Quercetin got rid of my scalp soreness

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Quercetin reduced scalp soreness and may help with histamine-related hair loss. The soreness felt like inflamed follicles beneath the scalp surface.

      community Odd fear of not getting meds in a coma or similar

      in Chat  20 upvotes 5 months ago
      Concerns about hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil not being administered during a coma. Dutasteride remains in the system longer, and hair loss may not be immediate if treatment stops temporarily.

      community Enough is enough I will start my experiment

       2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user plans to drink RU58841 to combat hair loss after moderate results with Dutasteride, despite warnings from others about the dangers of ingesting RU58841. Suggestions include using topical finasteride, scalp massage, and considering a hair transplant.

      community Skin Aging and Minox

       5 upvotes 11 years ago
      The conversation is about concerns over skin aging from using minoxidil for hair loss, with the user planning to use a minimal amount to avoid side effects. Other users suggest that overuse may cause temporary skin dryness but not actual aging, and emphasize proper application.

      community Any non-mint topical dutasteride?

       3 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about finding a non-mint scented topical dutasteride for hair loss treatment. The user dislikes the mint scent in current options and seeks an unscented alternative.