Suggestions on Making DIY Topical Finastride at HOME. Finasteride/Dutasteride 4/29/2026
The conversation discusses making DIY topical finasteride using a hair tonic with various ingredients and suggests alternatives like Jatamansi powder, Sandalore, and products like Bare Anatomy Expert Advanced Hair Growth Serum and RevivHair Max Hair Stimulating Serum. It also mentions using topical dutasteride and minoxidil for hair growth.
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