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GlossaryCationic Surfactants

positively charged agents that reduce static and smooth hair

Cationic surfactants are a type of cleaning agent that carries a positive electrical charge. They are commonly used in hair conditioners and fabric softeners because their positive charge helps them bind to negatively charged surfaces like hair and fabric, reducing static and making them feel smoother.

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community NW4 -> NW 2.5 (2.5 months progress) RU 8.5-9% ED and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% once a week.

in Progress Pictures 106 upvotes 3 years ago

User shows hair loss progress from NW4 to NW2.5 in 2.5 months using RU 8.5-9% daily and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% weekly. Discussion includes managing tension in African American hair and representation of different hair types.

community Brotzu lotion update

in Update 89 upvotes 8 years ago

A new hair loss lotion by Dr. Brotzu, expected to regrow up to 5 years of lost hair, is set to be released by Fidia Farmaceutici. It claims to work like minoxidil and finasteride without side effects, but skepticism exists due to its classification as a cosmetic product.

community topical cetirizine to control scalp inflammation

in Treatment 5 upvotes 4 years ago

The user applies a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone to address scalp inflammation and is considering adding cetirizine to the mix. They are calculating the correct amount of cetirizine to add to their formula and have paused this approach to retry oral minoxidil.

community shampoo with piroctone olamine in US?

in Product 1 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about finding a reasonably priced shampoo with piroctone olamine in the US. The user is cautious about trying new or smaller brands.

community The New, Improved CB-03-01/Setipiprant Group Buy

27 upvotes 9 years ago

The group buy for CB-03-01, a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, was postponed and refunded due to issues with the product's form and solubility. The product, also known as Breezula, is an alternative to finasteride with fewer side effects, but its official release is delayed until 2021.

community Piroctone olamine effective and better than ketoconazole?

in Product 2 upvotes 1 year ago

Piroctone olamine may be more effective and gentler than ketoconazole for dandruff and itchiness. Users report better results with piroctone olamine, but it is less available in the US.

community I want to prepare a Topical Catalase with Phosphate Buffered Saline Solution.

in Treatment 2 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses creating a topical catalase solution with phosphate buffered saline, glycerin, and polysorbate 20 for hair loss treatment. The user seeks advice on preparing this solution.

community piroctone olamine works better than nizoral?

5 upvotes 6 years ago

Nizoral causes scalp and face itchiness and flakes. Piroctone olamine is suggested as an alternative.

community Hydrophobic Finasteride. Why don’t we have it?

in Chat 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits of creating a hydrophobic version of finasteride to reduce systemic side effects while maintaining scalp health. It compares this idea to fluridil, which is designed to be hydrophobic and has less systemic absorption.

community mallia therapeutics 8T3 scd83 molecule for ffa/lpp mainly and aga

in Technology 9 upvotes 4 months ago

A user applied the 8T3 product for hair loss, targeting LPP and AGA, and plans to update on its effectiveness. The product uses a saline buffered phosphate vehicle, suitable for those intolerant to ethanolic vehicles.

community Topical Finasteride with rogain foam as solvent

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses using Rogain foam as a solvent for topical finasteride due to an allergy to propylene glycol. The foam's ingredients, including alcohol SD 40B, are considered suitable for dissolving finasteride for easier application without skin irritation.

community antihistamine for scalp inflammation??

in Chat 5 upvotes 1 year ago

Cetirizine 10mg daily reduced hair shedding by 50% and lessened scalp itchiness. The user is considering long-term use for scalp inflammation and hair loss.

community Is this solution unnecessarily aggresive?

in Product 2 upvotes 5 months ago

The solution contains minoxidil, finasteride, azelaic acid, caffeine, retinoic acid, and procapil. Users suggest minoxidil with tretinoin and a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, while dismissing retinoic and azelaic acids as unnecessary.

community Will a salicylic acid shampoo help remove flakes caused from propylene glycol?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is experiencing scalp flaking from a finasteride/minoxidil topical solution and considers using salicylic acid shampoo to remove propylene glycol residue. Another user suggests trying a leave-in conditioner to address dryness and flaking.

community piroctone olamine was was very superior than ketoconzole in increasing hairgrowth and reducing itching and danruff?

in Research/Science 16 upvotes 3 years ago

Piroctone olamine is more effective than ketoconazole for increasing hair growth and reducing itching and dandruff. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community possible treatment of AGA and change in sebaceous gland condition and oil production using sulfur soap

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 8 months ago

Sulfur soap may help with hair thickening and reducing scalp inflammation, but it can cause dryness. Nizoral, containing ketoconazole, is noted for its potential to reduce seborrheic dermatitis but may also cause scalp dryness and hair loss.

community Shoutout to Zinc pyrithione and Piroctone olamine

in Product 3 upvotes 1 year ago

Zinc pyrithione and piroctone olamine are effective for reducing hair shedding, possibly more so than ketoconazole. There is a concern about zinc pyrithione shampoo interfering with minoxidil, but it's unclear if this is proven.

community Im struggling with sebderm need help

in Product 3 upvotes 3 months ago

The user is struggling with seborrheic dermatitis and plans to try ciclopirox olamine after finding ketoconazole too drying. They are also using finasteride daily.

community Selling KY19382 powder a novel activator of Wnt/β-catenin signaling Product

in Product 3 upvotes 4 years ago

Selling KY19382 powder, a novel activator of Wnt/β-catenin signaling, and Kolliphor EL liquid for vehicle formulation. KY19382 is a growth agonist.

community The mystery of Azelaic Acid

4 upvotes 11 years ago

The conversation discusses using Rogaine (Minoxidil) and ketoconazole for hair regrowth, with interest in trying a formulation with Azelaic Acid for potentially better results. Concerns about Azelaic Acid's effectiveness and safety, including skin sensitivity to sunburn, are mentioned.

community RU and cetosomal minoxidil topical

in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 4 months ago

Mixing RU58841 with cetosomal minoxidil is discussed due to scalp irritation from ethanol PG vehicles. A mixture of the two turned bright pink when left to dry.

community AH-001 another topical AR degrader beside GT20029, completed Phase I

in Research/Science 10 upvotes 7 months ago

AH-001 is a new topical treatment designed to degrade androgen receptors, targeting the root cause of androgenetic alopecia without the side effects of oral treatments like finasteride. It has shown a strong safety profile and good local tolerability in early trials.

community Does anyone know the chemical formula for pelage pp405?

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the lack of public information on the chemical structure of PP405, a hair loss treatment, and the challenges of synthesizing it without a patent. It also explores a patent related to hydrogen-based topical formulations for reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.

community Solvent for topical fin with low absorption

in Product 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about using distilled water as a solvent for topical finasteride to reduce systemic absorption. The user is considering avoiding ethanol and propylene glycol to achieve this.

community Get excited: The topical anti-androgen that's going to change everything

14 upvotes 13 years ago

CB-03-01 is a topical anti-androgen with low absorption, offering potential as a side-effect-free alternative to Finasteride/Dutasteride for hair loss. It's in stage 2 clinical trials for acne and showing promise for male pattern baldness.

community Best way to limit scalp irritation with topical fin?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is experiencing scalp irritation from a compounded treatment of finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. They are considering switching to a non-alcohol, propylene glycol-free formula with a lower tretinoin percentage to reduce irritation.

community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.

community How to make Azelaic acid solution from powder?

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 4 months ago

Azelaic acid is discussed for its anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties, which can improve scalp health and potentially boost hair growth. It is suggested for topical use, especially alongside minoxidil.

community Sprinkle that PP405 on my scalp like I sprinkle salt on my stake

in Research/Science 119 upvotes 10 months ago

PP405 shows promise for hair growth with significant results after 4 weeks, but skepticism exists due to its unavailability. Some users are hopeful for its potential, while others express concerns about side effects and market release delays.

community Effects of 2% vs 5% min for sebderm

in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 2 years ago

Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foam minoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.