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      community What do you think about this galenic lotion by my trichologist?

      in Hair Systems  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discusses a galenic hair lotion containing progesterone, estradiol, cyproterone, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine pheniramine, which has effectively stopped their hair loss over two years. They are curious about the compatibility of finasteride with the lotion's components and note that their trichologist has successfully used minoxidil and finasteride in similar treatments for others.

      community Good lord! Serioxyl stemoxydine smells TERRIBLE

      in Product  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user complaining about the strong smell of a stemoxydine serum used for hair loss. Other users suggest that the product might be counterfeit due to its unpleasant odor.

      community Looks like I’m allergic to propylene glycol..

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is experiencing an allergic reaction to propylene glycol in Kirkland minoxidil and is considering switching to a foam version or a low-PG minoxidil solution. They are also contemplating oral minoxidil but are concerned about its long-term safety.

      community How long do you keep ru-58841 on?

      in Product  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses the application of RU58841 for hair loss, with the user applying 1.75 mg at 5% concentration for half an hour daily. The user mentions managing seborrheic dermatitis while using this treatment.

      community Minoxidil hack PSA for you all

      in Treatment  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from liquid to foam Minoxidil to avoid scalp irritation, with a method to melt the foam for easier application. Users discuss alternatives and personal experiences with Minoxidil, including issues with propylene glycol and different application methods.

      community Question about RU58841 in minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user is considering adding RU58841 to liquid minoxidil without propylene glycol (PG) due to an allergy and is asking if this combination is effective and if PG is necessary. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil foam, plan to use RU58841 with liquid minoxidil in the evening, and continue finasteride.

      community PG causing irritation when applying RU

      in Research/Science 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing irritation from using PG with RU58841 and is seeking alternative solutions like K&B in the UK. They report redness, itchiness, and flaky skin from the current treatment.

      community PP405 (Everychem 3HP) users - assemble and share your updates!!

      in Chat  47 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Users discussed experiences with Everychem's solution similar to PP405 for hair loss, noting some positive results like increased hair thickness and new growth. There was skepticism about the product's legitimacy and safety, with some users reporting early signs of effectiveness and others expressing concerns about the lack of evidence and safety profiles.

      community Creating Your Own Topicals: A Guide

      in Research/Science  66 upvotes 3 years ago
      Creating a carrier solution for topical hair loss treatments using ethanol, propylene glycol or glycerin, and instructions on creating topical finasteride. Different recipes are provided with varying ratios of alcohol to humectant.

      community Pre-mixed RU58841 in the KB solution vs PG solution?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Choosing between KB and PG solutions for applying RU58841, considering factors like scalp oiliness and absorption. Some users prefer KB for being gentler, while others use PG and recommend washing hair before application for better results.

      community Does RU58841 in Glycerin works?

      in Product 3 months ago
      RU58841 in glycerin may cause less irritation than in PG form, but its effectiveness might be reduced. Users discuss the potential trade-off between irritation and efficacy.

      community How safe and/or difficult would it theoretically be to turn raw 99.9% clascoterone into topical formula?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user discusses their hair regrowth success with minoxidil, red light therapy, massage, and derma stamping but expresses concerns about using finasteride due to potential side effects. They are interested in using clascoterone as a topical treatment for hair loss and are exploring the possibility of creating a topical formula from raw clascoterone powder.

      community Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.

      community Diluting DIY topical finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is discussing making a DIY topical finasteride solution using ingredients like water, alcohol, propylene glycol, ethanol, and glycerin, and is concerned about the stability of the mixture. Other users suggest that the solution will work and discuss the importance of propylene glycol for drug dissolution and factors like temperature and light affecting finasteride stability.

      community Anyone knows if koshine kx-826 has propylene glicol?

      in Product 7 months ago
      Koshine KX-826 has different versions, and the green version uses a plant-based carrier that may be less irritating for those sensitive to propylene glycol. Users report irritation with some versions of KX-826.

      community Homemade finasteride foam similar to minoxidil foam

      in Product 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on creating a homemade finasteride foam similar to over-the-counter Minoxidil foam, due to issues with glycerin and propylene glycol in their current solutions. They are considering using a mixture of ethanol/alcohol and water for the foam.

      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.