research An Updated Review on Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Phytochemistry and Medicinal Uses
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis may help treat various health issues and promote hair growth, but more research is needed for safety.
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research How Safe Is Prescribing Oral Minoxidil in Patients Allergic to Topical Minoxidil?
Oral minoxidil is a reasonably safe alternative for patients allergic to the topical form.
research Relative Influence of Ethanol and Propylene Glycol Cosolvents on Deposition of Minoxidil into the Skin
Ethanol over 50% helps minoxidil absorb better into skin.
research Penetration of Minoxidil from Ethanol/Propylene Glycol Solutions: Effect of Application Volume and Occlusion
More ethanol increases minoxidil delivery, but too much lowers efficiency.
research Experimental and Computational Approaches for Measuring Minoxidil Solubility in Propylene Glycol and Water Mixtures at Different Temperatures
Minoxidil dissolves better in propylene glycol and water as temperature and propylene glycol amount increase.
research Skin Deposition and Permeation of Finasteride In Vitro: Effects of Propylene Glycol, Ethanol, and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Propylene glycol and ethanol increase finasteride skin absorption, sodium lauryl sulfate doesn't.
research Efficacy, Tolerability, and Superiority of Propylene Glycol-Free, North American Witch-Hazel-Based Solution of 5% Minoxidil Sulfate for the Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia
A witch-hazel-based 5% minoxidil solution is effective and safe for women with hair loss who didn't respond to regular minoxidil, especially if they're sensitive to propylene glycol.
research Clinical Efficacy, Cosmetic Acceptability, and Local Tolerability of a New Formulation of Topical 5% Minoxidil Without Propylene Glycol: A 6-Month, Multicentre, Real-Life, Prospective, Assessor-Blinded Study in 196 Subjects with Hair Loss. The NOMINAL Trial
The new 5% minoxidil formulation without propylene glycol effectively promotes hair growth with fewer side effects and better user satisfaction.
research Efficacy and Tolerance of 2,3-Diphenylcyclopropenone in Propylene Glycol Versus Isopropanol for Treating Alopecia Areata
Both treatments helped hair regrowth in alopecia areata, with isopropanol being better tolerated.
research The Nominal Trial: Clinical Efficacy, Cosmetic Acceptability, and Local Tolerability of Topical 5% Minoxidil Lotion Without Propylene Glycol: A 6-Month, Multicentre, Real-Life, Prospective, Assessor-Blinded Study in 196 Subjects With Hair Loss
The 5% minoxidil lotion without propylene glycol is effective, well-tolerated, and cosmetically acceptable for hair loss.
research New Ethanol and Propylene Glycol Free Gel Formulations Containing a Minoxidil-Methyl-Beta-Cyclodextrin Complex as Promising Tools for Alopecia Treatment
New gel formulas without ethanol and propylene glycol, containing a minoxidil-methyl-β-cyclodextrin complex, have been created for treating hair loss.
research Comparison of Topical Minoxidil 5% in Ethanol Plus Propylene Glycol Versus Minoxidil 5% in Ethanol Alone in Treatment of Women With Female Pattern Hair Loss
research Permeant Lipophilicity and Vehicle Composition Influence Accumulation of Dyes in Hair Follicles of Human Skin
Lipophilic dyes accumulate more in hair follicles when delivered with surfactant-propylene glycol solutions.
research Experimental and Thermodynamic Analyses of Supercritical CO2 Solubility of Minoxidil as an Antihypertensive Drug
Minoxidil dissolves better in propylene glycol + water than in supercritical CO2.
research Common Allergens Identified Based on Patch Test Results in Patients with Suspected Contact Dermatitis of the Scalp
Nickel, cobalt, balsam of Peru, fragrance mix, carba mix, and propylene glycol are common allergens causing scalp contact dermatitis.
research Preparation, Optimization, In Vitro Evaluation and Ex Vivo Permeation Studies of Finasteride Loaded Gel Formulations Prepared Using Response Surface Methodology
The combination of propylene glycol and Tween® 80 improves finasteride gel effectiveness.
research In Vitro Release of Zinc Pyrithione from a Shampoo Base and the Effects of Various Additives on Its Release Rate
Additives like ethanol and propylene glycol increase the release of zinc pyrithione from shampoo.
research In Vitro Release of Minoxidil From Topical Formulations
Lotions release minoxidil better than creams, with a recommended mix of propylene glycol, water, and ethanol improving effectiveness.
research The Effect of Different Concentrations of Propylene Glycol on the Physical Characteristics of Katuk Leaf Extract Hair Tonic
Different amounts of propylene glycol change the thickness of katuk leaf hair tonic.
research The Effect of Various Vehicles on the In Vitro Skin Permeability of Minoxidil
Different substances can affect how well the skin absorbs minoxidil, a hair loss drug. Caprylic acid helps the skin absorb it the best, followed by propylene glycol and water.
research Optimization of Propylene Glycol and Sorbitol Composition as Humectant in Anti-Hair Loss Cream Formula with Saw Palmetto Extract (Serenoa Repens): Application of Factorial Design
The best mix of propylene glycol and sorbitol was found for a cream to prevent hair loss using saw palmetto extract.
research Development and Optimization of Finasteride-Loaded Microemulsions for Transdermal Delivery
Finasteride-loaded microemulsions, made with cinnamon oil, Tween20, propylene glycol, and water, can help maintain stemness of dermal cells, potentially aiding in hair regeneration.
research Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Topical Minoxidil Solution: Etiology and Treatment
Minoxidil can cause skin allergy; use alternative solvents or treatments if allergic.
research Targeted Gene Delivery to Skin Cells In Vivo: A Comparative Study of Liposomes and Polymers as Delivery Vehicles
Nonionic liposomes are the best for delivering genes to skin cells.
research Relative Uptake of Minoxidil Into Appendages and Stratum Corneum and Permeation Through Human Skin In Vitro
Minoxidil promotes hair growth by penetrating skin, with ethanol-containing formulas working best.
research In Vitro Skin Permeation of Monoolein Nanoparticles Containing Hydroxypropyl β-Cyclodextrin/Minoxidil Complex
Nanoparticles improve minoxidil skin permeation, but more research needed for effective hair growth.
research Positive Lymphocyte Transformation Test in a Patient with Allergic Contact Dermatitis of the Scalp After Short-Term Use of Topical Minoxidil Solution
Patient had scalp allergy from minoxidil; test helped identify cause and suggest alternative treatments.
research Contact Dermatitis to Minoxidil
Minoxidil can cause skin irritation like eczema and rash in some users.
research Hair Follicle Targeting and Dermal Drug Delivery with Curcumin Drug Nanocrystals: Essential Influence of Excipients
Excipients greatly affect how well curcumin nanocrystals penetrate the skin and target hair follicles.
research Allergic Contact Dermatitis from Minoxidil
Minoxidil can cause allergic reactions, but testing helps identify the cause.