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    substances added to prevent spoilage and extend shelf life

    Preservatives are substances added to products like food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals to prevent spoilage and extend shelf life by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and mold. In the context of hair care products, preservatives help maintain the product's efficacy and safety over time, ensuring that ingredients remain stable and effective without becoming contaminated.

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      community How to make topical finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about making a topical finasteride solution by dissolving crushed finasteride tablets in an alcohol-based hair treatment. Ingredients of the hair treatment include alcohol, water, and various plant extracts and preservatives.

      community is mixing finasteride in 2% minoxidil solution a good idea?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experiences severe headaches from 5% minoxidil and is considering mixing finasteride with a 2% minoxidil solution or diluting a 5% minoxidil + 0.1% finasteride solution. They seek advice on the appropriate method and dilutant composition.

      community Rosemary out here changing lives for the better

      in Treatment  90 upvotes 6 months ago
      Rosemary oil is being used as an addition to minoxidil and finasteride for hair health, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some users report positive results, while others see no benefit or experience adverse effects.

      community The "DHT" itch myth - it's more complicated

      in Product  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user found that scalp itch might be linked to inflammation rather than DHT alone and noticed hair improvement with certain cancer drugs. They also discovered that black seed oil relieved their scalp itch and are experimenting with a mix of essential oils for dry scalp, questioning if oils affect minoxidil absorption.