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Glossary Formulation

process of designing a specific mixture of ingredients

Formulation refers to the process of designing and creating a specific mixture of ingredients to achieve a desired effect, such as in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, or hair care products. For example, in the context of hair care, a formulation might involve combining various chemicals and natural extracts to create a shampoo that strengthens hair and reduces dandruff.

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research Formulation and in vitro assessment of minoxidil niosomes for enhanced skin delivery

268 citations , April 2009 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics”

In this study, niosomal formulations enhanced minoxidil skin accumulation compared to commercial and control solutions, suggesting a potential improvement for topical delivery in hair loss treatment.

research Generic Development of Topical Dermatologic Products: Formulation Development, Process Development, and Testing of Topical Dermatologic Products

188 citations , October 2012 in “The AAPS Journal”

This review discusses strategies for developing semi-solid topical generic products to match the quality of reference-listed drugs, using concepts like quality by design and reverse-engineering, but reports no new results.

research Cutaneous Permeation and Penetration of Sunscreens: Formulation Strategies and In Vitro Methods

79 citations , December 2017 in “Cosmetics”

This review study focused on various in vitro methods to evaluate skin permeation and retention of sunscreens, highlighting the importance of assessing sunscreen penetration due to widespread nanomaterial usage and advancements in cosmetic formulation.

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL SHAMPOO

49 citations , December 2018 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research”

This study formulated an herbal shampoo using various plant extracts and found it demonstrated appealing qualities, good foam stability, cleansing, and conditioning performance, though further improvements in quality and safety are needed.

research Herbal nano-formulations for topical delivery

36 citations , September 2019 in “Journal of Herbal Medicine”

This review explores research on nanoformulations for enhancing the topical delivery of herbal medicines, noting potential benefits like improved bioavailability and sustained delivery, and emphasizes the need for safety and toxicity guidelines in developing these novel drug delivery systems.

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community Formulation for .025 topical solution/ maybe switching- 4 months

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including oral and topical finasteride, minoxidil, and Nutrafol, experiencing side effects like erectile dysfunction and reduced libido. They are considering adjusting their treatment plan and exploring other options like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, or a hair system.

community Minoxidil formulation change has worsened my scalp flaking

2 upvotes 4 months ago

A change in the formulation of Dr. Reddy's Minoxidil, adding benzoic acid, has worsened scalp flaking and caused burning and bad smell. Users are considering switching to other brands or formulations, like Tugain by Cipla, to avoid these issues.

community Novel Formulation To Put An End To Hair Loss Once And For All.

in Research/Science 118 upvotes 10 months ago

A pharmacy student proposed a hair loss treatment using minoxidil, finasteride, clascoterone, and tretinoin, aiming for high effectiveness with minimal side effects. Reactions were mixed, with some questioning its feasibility and others showing interest.

community Opinions on topical formulations from the Roots By Genetics Art company

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 months ago

A user is exploring personalized topical formulations for hair loss from Roots By Genetics Art, specifically interested in the GA-5 Power Restore formulation containing dutasteride, minoxidil, and other ingredients. They seek opinions on the effectiveness and value of these products.

community Different Topical Dutasteride Formulations

3 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the best vehicle for topical dutasteride, comparing Trichosol, Transcutol, and a gel version. It also mentions using Transcutol with ethanol to enhance transdermal delivery of Bimatoprost.

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