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      community Compounding Topical Melatonin at Home

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      Melatonin at a 0.0033% concentration shows results for hair loss when used topically. A user is discussing how to replicate this by adding 2mg of Melatonin to 60ml of Minoxidil solution.

      community Concerned About 5 mL Minoxidil Dose for Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a user concerned about a prescribed 5 mL daily dose of 5% minoxidil for seborrheic dermatitis and hair thinning, which seems excessive compared to the typical 2 mL recommendation. The user is advised to consult their dermatologist and consider additional treatments like ketoconazole and CBD+MCT.

      community MCL1 does anyone knows anthying about it

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      MCL-1 protein may help maintain hair follicles in the growth phase and prevent miniaturization. There is interest in experimental treatments like exosomes, peptides, or stem cell serums to upregulate MCL-1 for hair loss, especially for those not using minoxidil or finasteride.

      community Whats the deal with TDM-105795?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      TDM-105795 is a potential hair growth stimulant that works differently from minoxidil and could be used alongside it for enhanced growth. It completed phase 2 trials in 2024, with a medium to high chance of release in 2026, but lacks recent updates or phase 3 trial information.

      community RU58841 vehicle penetration (Study for minoxidil)

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user mixes their own RU58841 solution and found that increasing the ethanol content improved absorption and reduced scalp itching. A study on minoxidil showed that penetration increased with higher ethanol concentrations, reaching maximum penetration at 90% ethanol.

      community What are we thinking about this SCUBE3 boys

      in Product  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      SCUBE3 is a promising new molecule that can restart hair growth by reawakening dormant hair follicles. Users express skepticism about its availability timeline, with some hoping for release by 2026.

      community Does anyone homebrew their own minox/ru58841

      in Chat  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A bodybuilder discusses homebrewing Minoxidil and RU58841 using propylene glycol or MCT. They inquire about the feasibility and potential risks of these methods.

      community Minokem-N cotains hydrocortisone?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minokem-N's composition is unclear, with concerns about unlisted hydrocortisone. Users discuss alternatives like AloATM, which lacks soothing agents, and the challenges of verifying ingredients.

      community Min/Fin is pure magic. Seriously. Read below

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported significant hair growth improvements using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily, despite minor side effects. The doctor advised against combining multiple treatments to identify what works.

      community I just made 60x of 5mg minoxidil sugar cubes

      in Minoxidil  1338 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user created oral minoxidil sugar cubes due to lack of prescription access, leading to a humorous discussion about unconventional and potentially unsafe methods of using minoxidil. The conversation highlights the lengths people go to for hair growth.

      community I'm about to order some retinol and azelaic acid from the ordinary

      in Product  45 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using retinol to enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss, with a user considering The Ordinary's 0.5% retinol and seeking advice on azelaic acid concentration. Other users suggest using tretinoin instead and consider pre-formulated products combining minoxidil, tretinoin, and azelaic acid, but the original poster has not seen improvement from dermarolling.

      community 6 weeks on minox and dut, looks like some temple gains?

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a person's 6-week progress using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, 0.5 mg dutasteride, weekly derma stamping at 1.5 mm, and rosemary oil for hair loss, with some initial shedding but no side effects. They are optimistic about future results.

      community Compounded topicals

      in Female  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      BionicBell discussed using Bimatoprost, a medication typically for eyelash growth, for hair loss and mentioned a compounding pharmacy that can mix it with other ingredients like minoxidil and finasteride. They are seeking advice on using topical finasteride for female pattern baldness and are considering a custom foam combination to maximize hair growth results.

      community M27, Pictures taken 2 months apart.

      in Is this regrowth?  23 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using 2.5mg Minoxidil, 0.5mg Finasteride, a dermastamp, and scalp massages for hair regrowth. There is some visible improvement, but patience is advised as significant results typically take around 6 months.

      community 7 weeks progress fin & min …..

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old user shared their 7-week progress using topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6% daily, along with keto 2% shampoo twice a week and derma needling every 2-3 weeks. They reported no side effects.

      community Still high DHT on finasteride

      in Finasteride  8 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user reports high DHT levels despite taking finasteride and is concerned about inconsistent blood test results. They also take modafinil, vitamin D, and magnesium supplements.

      community Diluting 0.05% topical finasteride serum/oil

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user wants to reduce their dose of topical finasteride to 0.1-0.2mg and is considering mixing 0.2ml of their current finasteride + minoxidil serum with 0.8ml of a minoxidil-only serum for better scalp coverage. They are asking for advice on whether this method is effective or if there's a better way to dilute the finasteride solution.