Use retin-a cream and maintain a good skincare routine to counteract skin issues caused by topical minoxidil. Taking sublingual minoxidil can also be beneficial.
Whether using both Fluridil and Alfatradiol together could be more effective than either one alone as a hair loss treatment, given their different mechanisms of action.
A user experienced significant hair shedding after three weeks of using topical finasteride. They are concerned about the effects of ethanol in topical minoxidil and are unsure if they should wash their hair daily.
Peppermint oil at 3% was found to improve hair growth more effectively than Minoxidil. The user is also using a topical caffeine hair growth oil and making their own peppermint solution to combat hair thinning.
A user shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress using 5% topical minoxidil daily, microneedling weekly, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. Some suggest adding finasteride to maintain results, while others commend the current regimen's effectiveness.
The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.
A user is asking if they can make topical finasteride using just water or isopropyl alcohol, as they don't have access to minoxidil or other ingredients. They have 1mg finasteride pills and are seeking advice on how to use them topically.
A user's experience using topical finasteride and melatonin to regrow hair, as well as their use of dermaroller versus dr. Pen for microneedling. People discussed the benefits of oral minoxidil and questioned if melatonin could help with hair regrowth.
A user is considering switching from oral to topical finasteride to reduce systemic DHT impact and is exploring ethossomal finasteride for better skin penetration and potential hair regrowth. They found ethossomal finasteride in Brazil and are seeking opinions on its effectiveness compared to other topical delivery methods.
OP used a finasteride and minoxidil topical spray from HIMS for 11 months with positive results and no side effects. Users discussed the effectiveness, dosages, and alternatives, with many congratulating OP on the impressive progress.
The conversation discusses the pros and cons of using propyleneglycol versus ethyl alcohol in topical solutions for finasteride and minoxidil. It questions why propyleneglycol is commonly used and whether ethyl alcohol might be a better option.
The user seeks alternatives to PropyleneGlycol (PG) for delivering topical finasteride due to scalp irritation. They consider using Propanediol 1,3 and ask for other suggestions.
User experienced scalp irritation from Kirkland 5% liquid minoxidil, likely due to propyleneglycol. They are seeking non-PG liquid alternatives that are affordable.
A user is seeking topical versions of minoxidil and finasteride in Australia that do not contain propyleneglycol. They are looking for alternatives due to potential irritation from propyleneglycol.
User shared 5.5-month progress using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, and 20mg RU58841, with positive results and no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, dosage adjustments, and the importance of age in treatment efficacy.
A bodybuilder discusses homebrewing Minoxidil and RU58841 using propyleneglycol or MCT. They inquire about the feasibility and potential risks of these methods.
The user is considering adding RU58841 to liquid minoxidil without propyleneglycol (PG) due to an allergy and is asking if this combination is effective and if PG is necessary. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil foam, plan to use RU58841 with liquid minoxidil in the evening, and continue finasteride.
The conversation is about making a solution of RU58841 using propanediol instead of propyleneglycol due to skin irritation. The user seeks advice on whether this substitution is acceptable.
The user wants to make a topical finasteride solution using wound cleanser with 70% IPA and add 40% propyleneglycol due to headaches from minoxidil. They seek advice on using the wound cleanser and recommendations for pharmaceutical/cosmetic grade IPA in India.
The conversation is about whether finasteride can be mixed with just water for a topical solution and if Isopropyl Alcohol and PropyleneGlycol are necessary for effectiveness and faster drying. The user is seeking advice on the formulation of topical finasteride.
Oral minoxidil was ineffective for OP, causing hair loss and unwanted body hair, while topical minoxidil showed significant regrowth. OP is switching to topical minoxidil with glycerin due to scalp issues with propyleneglycol.
Kintor plans to release pyrilutamide foam and a plant-based Koshine by year-end, with GT20029 progressing in their pipeline. Users are pleased about the absence of propyleneglycol (PG) in the new products.
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 propyleneglycol.
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 propyleneglycol (PG).
The conversation discusses the use of Finastopic, a carrier for finasteride solutions by Isdin, and compares it to a standard propyleneglycol (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 propyleneglycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.
A user is seeking recommendations for purchasing Minichek 5% solution, a PG-free minoxidil, due to a contact allergy to propyleneglycol. They are looking for an affordable option comparable in price to Kirkland or Amazon brand minoxidil.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, dermaneedling, and keto shampoo with great results. They seek a propyleneglycol-free, volume-boosting shampoo for thin and fine hair.
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.