Best way to go about making a DIY topical fin for someone who's allergic to PG? Finasteride/Dutasteride 3/23/2026
The conversation discusses creating a DIY topical finasteride solution for someone allergic to propylene glycol, with suggestions to use glycerin or a glycerol-based vehicle instead. The user also mentions using foam minoxidil.
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