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Ethnic hair products contain different allergens than nonethnic ones, with fragrance being the most common in ethnic products.
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research Association Between Gender and Drug Cost for Over-the-Counter Minoxidil
Women pay more for the same 5% minoxidil foam than men, but prices for liquid solutions are similar.
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Nickel, cobalt, balsam of Peru, fragrance mix, carba mix, and propylene glycol are common allergens causing scalp contact dermatitis.
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5 / 61 resultscommunity What brand of Biotin works best for you guys that doesn’t break you out in cystic acne?
Biotin can cause cystic acne for some users, and it's advised to stop using it if this occurs. For hair loss, finasteride and dutasteride are recommended, but a dermatologist should be consulted.
community Scared to start oral minoxidil (23M) — need advice
A 23-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is considering whether to try oral minoxidil due to fear of side effects, after inconsistent use of topical minoxidil. They are advised to try topical minoxidil consistently first, as it has fewer systemic effects.
community How do you get a dutasteride prescription in the U.S.?
Dutasteride can be prescribed in the U.S. through online services like Dr. B, HiDrB.com, and PushHealth, or by finding a willing dermatologist or PCP. Many users report success with these methods, often at low costs with insurance.
community To all my thinning homies - use hair dye!!
The conclusion of the conversation is that dying the hair can be an effective method for managing hair loss, particularly for those with diffuse thinning.
community So excited! Just got dutasteride for free when I forever thought I’d have to pay! 😭
A user who was able to get dutasteride for free with their insurance, and another user mentioning that finasteride is only covered if it is used for medical reasons.