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      community My Fin and Min journey so far (1 year progress)

       397 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using 2.5mg finasteride daily and by drinking topical minoxidil mixed with water. Commenters advised against this method, suggesting oral minoxidil for safety.

      community I just made 60x of 5mg minoxidil sugar cubes

       1339 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user created oral minoxidil sugar cubes due to lack of prescription access, leading to a humorous discussion about unconventional and potentially unsafe methods of using minoxidil. The conversation highlights the lengths people go to for hair growth.

      community Creating Custom Topicals: A Guide (2025 Edition)

       27 upvotes 10 months ago
      Creating custom topical treatments for hair loss using minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It includes recipes and instructions for home preparation, focusing on cost savings and customization.

      community Solvent for topical fin with low absorption

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

      community Diluting Melatonin Sublingual Spray

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user wants to dilute a melatonin sublingual spray to 0.0033% for use as a topical hair loss treatment. They ask if distilled water can be used for dilution and how much is needed for stability over months.

      community Making PG free solution at home

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user wants to make a solution for RU58841 and finasteride powder using only glycerin and asks if ethanol is necessary. They are seeking advice on whether glycerin alone is sufficient.

      community The best Ethanol/Propylene Glycol ratio for home made topical finasteride?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the best ethanol and propylene glycol ratio for homemade topical finasteride, with a focus on absorption and drying issues. The user shares their experience using a 50% propylene glycol, 30% ethanol, and 20% water solution, and considers adjusting the ethanol content for better results.

      community What’s the highest minox % you home brewed ?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user discusses their experience with dissolving high concentrations of minoxidil in various ethanol/PG ratios and mentions difficulties with combining it with RU58841. They note that a 5% minoxidil solution remains stable, while higher concentrations tend to precipitate.

      community Diluting DIY topical finasteride

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is discussing making a DIY topical finasteride solution using ingredients like water, alcohol, propylene glycol, ethanol, and glycerin, and is concerned about the stability of the mixture. Other users suggest that the solution will work and discuss the importance of propylene glycol for drug dissolution and factors like temperature and light affecting finasteride stability.

      community Ethanol left in sun, can I still use?

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Ethanol left in the sun is still usable as a vehicle for compounds like CB, as no chemical changes occur at 84°F.

      community how to make homemade topical finasteride?

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about making homemade topical finasteride, discussing mixing it with Kirkland minoxidil and creating a solvent with alcohol, glycerin, and water. A formula suggestion includes 50% ethyl alcohol, 25% propylene glycol, and 25% distilled water.

      community RU-58841 appears to not be soluble in common Minoxidil solutions

       7 upvotes 11 months ago
      RU-58841 does not dissolve well in common Minoxidil solutions due to water content, requiring a 70/30 ethanol/propylene glycol mix. Users report using separate solutions for RU-58841 and finasteride/Minoxidil for better results.

      community Making my own topical finasteride - ethanol question

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about making topical finasteride using ethanol. The user is advised to use non-denatured or food-grade ethanol, as denatured ethanol may be harmful with prolonged skin exposure.

      community Making topical finasteride solution

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been mixing finasteride with stemoxydine for hair loss and is considering switching to a less expensive product with a different ingredient list. They are questioning if the new product's higher water content compared to alcohol will affect the finasteride's solubility.

      community Topical finasteride making. Powder not disolving

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      OP is trying to dissolve finasteride powder for a topical solution but faces issues with it not dissolving properly in ethanol or water. Users suggest methods like using a magnetic stirrer, shaking the mixture, or filtering out fillers, with some noting that finasteride is soluble in alcohol.

      community RU58841 mixing with water solution

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      RU58841 is being mixed with Minoxidil solution, but concerns arise about water causing instability. Mixing with water may lead to hydrolysis, potentially reducing effectiveness.

      community Anyone on topical fin using glycerin instead of PG as humectant?

       1 upvotes 7 months ago
      Switching to a DIY topical finasteride solution using ethanol, glycerin, and distilled water instead of propylene glycol for a gentler application. Users report positive results with both DIY solutions and a low PG minoxidil and finasteride product from India.

      community Can I mix finasteride in just water for topical?

       6 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about whether finasteride can be mixed with just water for a topical solution and if Isopropyl Alcohol and Propylene Glycol are necessary for effectiveness and faster drying. The user is seeking advice on the formulation of topical finasteride.

      community PG free Ru58841 solvent in the UK

       2 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses finding a PG-free solvent for dissolving RU58841 in the UK, with glycerin suggested as a potential alternative. Water is also mentioned as a possible option.

      community which is better ; minoxidil with more alcohol or more pg?

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Minoxidil formulations with different alcohol and propylene glycol (pg) ratios. The user finds that a formulation with 20% pg and 80% ethanol dries faster but is concerned about absorption time.

      community DIY Minoxidil mix with Fin, Caffeine, Cetirizine, and Melatonin?

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user plans to create a custom topical solution by adding finasteride, caffeine, cetirizine, and melatonin to a minoxidil bottle, questioning the stability and effectiveness of this mix. Concerns include potential crystallization and solution muddiness with added ingredients.