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Glossarypropylene glycol

synthetic liquid that enhances skin absorption of active ingredients

Propylene glycol is a synthetic liquid substance that absorbs water and is commonly used as a solvent in pharmaceuticals, including topical treatments for hair and skin conditions. It helps active ingredients penetrate the skin more effectively and is generally considered safe for use, though some individuals may experience skin irritation.

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research How Safe Is Prescribing Oral Minoxidil in Patients Allergic to Topical Minoxidil?

8 citations, April 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Oral minoxidil is a reasonably safe alternative for patients allergic to the topical form.

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community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis

in Research/Science 76 upvotes 1 year ago

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.

community Propylene glycol vs ethyl alcohol(70% or 96%) for topical finasteride solution. Pros and cons?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses the pros and cons of using propylene glycol versus ethyl alcohol in topical solutions for finasteride and minoxidil. It questions why propylene glycol is commonly used and whether ethyl alcohol might be a better option.

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