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GlossaryLactic Acid Bacteria

convert sugars into lactic acid through fermentation

Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) are a group of beneficial bacteria that convert sugars into lactic acid through fermentation. This process not only helps preserve food but also enhances its flavor and nutritional value. LAB are commonly found in fermented foods like yogurt, sauerkraut, and kimchi, and they play a crucial role in gut health by maintaining a balanced microbiome.

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community Topical Minoxidil foam + Finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses using minoxidil foam as a solvent for topical finasteride. Ingredients of minoxidil foam include butane, cetyl alcohol, glycerin, and purified water.

community Any red flags in these shampoo ingredients (Davines VOLU)? I only use it about once a week

in Product 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about evaluating the ingredients in Davines VOLU shampoo for potential red flags. The user is concerned about which ingredients to avoid despite the shampoo being sulfate-free.

community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.

community 10 month progress - Dut, topical min, 1.5mm roller

in Progress Pictures 87 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about hair loss progress using treatments such as Dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and a 1.5mm roller.

community Diluting 0.05% topical finasteride serum/oil

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user wants to reduce their dose of topical finasteride to 0.1-0.2mg and is considering mixing 0.2ml of their current finasteride + minoxidil serum with 0.8ml of a minoxidil-only serum for better scalp coverage. They are asking for advice on whether this method is effective or if there's a better way to dilute the finasteride solution.

community 15 Week Update of Oral Consumption of Topical Minoxidil. 3 drops Keeps 5% (3.75mg) 2x per day with comparison.

in Update 2 years ago

CumShotDiva's update on using topical minoxidil orally in an attempt to regrow hair, which has been met with both support and criticism from other users. The conversation includes discussion of possible side effects and the efficacy of this approach.

community Sublingual topical minoxidil experience

in Minoxidil 16 upvotes 2 years ago

A user experienced severe side effects from using topical minoxidil sublingually, including muscle cramps, dizziness, and high potassium levels. They were advised to stop and seek medical help, emphasizing that topical minoxidil is not safe for ingestion due to its alcohol content.

community Someone had success with Stemoxydine and microneedling ?

in Microneedling 7 upvotes 3 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, such as finasteride and minoxidil, as well as alternatives like stemoxydine and microneedling.

community This serum outperformed Minoxidil in a recent study. Please debunk

23 upvotes 5 years ago

A topical solution called "Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density" by The Ordinary Company, which contains several ingredients that are used in alternatives to Minoxidil and was found to have better results than 5% Minoxidil in a study. People who have tried it shared their experiences with the serum as well.