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      community The Solution for Topical Solutions

      in Product  6 upvotes 7 months ago
      Using roll-on bottles for applying minoxidil and RU58841 improves application efficiency and reduces product waste. Topical treatments are used continuously, except on microneedling days.

      community Topical minoxidil and salicylic acid

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 6 months with decent results and recently added topical minoxidil. They are concerned that salicylic acid in their skincare products might reduce minoxidil's effectiveness.

      community At Home Topical Fin Formulation

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride pills to create a topical solution for hair regrowth, with mixed results. Users suggest that buying ready-made topical finasteride or switching to oral treatments might be more effective and convenient.

      community How to prepare topical spironolactone?

      in Female  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with androgenic alopecia seeks advice on making topical spironolactone from pills due to poor reactions to the oral form and its unavailability in their country. They are looking for guidance on preparing it themselves.

      community I had claude create a protocol only using fda approved drugs.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

      community Almost 7 months of Topical Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  349 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 24-year-old shared their 7-month progress using a topical solution of finasteride 0.1%, minoxidil 5%, and hydrocortisone butyrate 0.08%, along with ketoconazole shampoo, to treat hair loss, reporting no side effects and noticeable hair improvement. They also take vitamin D and biotin supplements, use a dermastamp, and manage Hashimoto's without thyroid medication.

      community Topical Spironolactone 5% effectiveness

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical spironolactone 5% is being discussed for its effectiveness in treating hair loss, specifically receding temples. The user is inquiring if it works similarly to finasteride as a testosterone blocker.

      community MinoxidilMax just launched a 0.3% tretinoin topical. Would you try?

      in Treatment  15 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses a new 0.3% tretinoin topical launched by MinoxidilMax for mixing with other solutions, with some users expressing concern about potential skin irritation compared to lower concentrations. MinoxidilMax has also released other products like topical Dutasteride and RU58841.

      community Is this hierarchy of topical anti androgens accurate?

      in Ketoconazole  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      User on fin, minox, and ketoconazole seeks to add another topical anti-androgen. Hierarchy of effectiveness: 1. RU55841, 2. Fluridil - Eucapil, 3. CB-03-01 - Breezula, 4. Ketoconazole; alfatradiol suggested as addition.

      community Anyone tried topical melatonin?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using topical melatonin for hair retention and its potential effectiveness alongside minoxidil. The user explicitly does not want advice about finasteride.

      community What’s your views on clascoterone 5% topical solution by cosmo

      in Research/Science  24 upvotes 6 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% topical solution shows promise for treating male-pattern hair loss by blocking DHT at the follicle without systemic absorption, potentially offering fewer side effects than oral treatments like finasteride. While results are promising, long-term safety and effectiveness need further study, and it may serve as a starting point for developing more effective treatments.

      community Topical - Dosage help (0.3% FIN per mL?)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering starting a topical treatment for hair loss, using a spray containing 0.3% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and 0.01% tretinoin. They are questioning the dosage and considering reducing the application to achieve 0.15% finasteride and 5% minoxidil.

      community When should I apply topical tretinoin solution?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses applying a topical solution containing 0.01% tretinoin, 1.5% azelaic acid, and 5% minoxidil for hair loss. It is recommended to apply tretinoin at night and use sunscreen during the day to prevent skin damage.

      community 2.5 months fin topical / min oral + min topical.

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving finasteride topical, minoxidil oral and topical, pumpkin seed oil, turmeric drink, weekly derma rolling, and regular head massages. Another user plans to start a similar regimen, including finasteride, minoxidil, keto shampoo, and GHK-Cu vials.

      community Homemade topical spironolactone

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 3 years ago
      The potential effectiveness of homemade topical spironolactone in treating hair loss, with studies suggesting it is more effective than finasteride and even minoxidil when used as monotherapy. The conversation also mentions that other anti-androgens are being developed which may soon hit the market.

      community Topical Finasteride concetrations and amount applied

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical finasteride concentrations and application amounts are debated, with concerns that mainstream solutions may use arbitrary concentrations. A 0.25% solution with a specific application method is suggested as more appropriate than higher concentrations.

      community Topical melatonin instead of fin

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22-year-old man has been using topical melatonin for a year to slow hair loss and it appears to be effective. He's seeking alternatives to finasteride due to potential side effects, and is interested in understanding how melatonin works to prevent hair shedding.

      community What happened to topical dutasteride??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride is considered for hair loss, but concerns about systemic absorption and side effects like reduced libido are common. Users have mixed results, with some preferring oral finasteride or dutasteride despite side effects, while others find topical treatments beneficial but challenging.

      community Base for topical finasteride - without min

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about creating a topical finasteride solution without minoxidil, using an alcohol-based base like ethanol. The discussion includes using finasteride in powder form and mentions adding ingredients like glycerol, salicylic acid, or castor oil.

      community Topical advice? How to cover head with 1mL?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about how to effectively apply 1mL of a topical hair loss treatment, Pyrilutamide, to cover the entire scalp. One user suggests making a 2.5 mg/mL solution and using 2mL for better coverage.

      community Topical Dutasteride Solution Recommendations

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses preparing a topical dutasteride solution for hair loss, with mentions of using alcohol, propylene glycol, and Avodart. Users also discuss the concentration of dutasteride and compare it to finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

      community Topical spironolactone — how many ml do you apply?

      in Female  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical spironolactone for hair loss, with the original poster applying 8 ml daily but learning that 2 ml is recommended. It also touches on hair transplants and the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, emphasizing individual differences in treatment outcomes.

      community Topical finasteride carrier vehicle

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is using a topical solution containing 1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair loss, with water, glycerin, and PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil as carrier agents. They are questioning if these ingredients are effective carriers after using the solution for three months.

      community 2 Weeks on Topical Melatonin .

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user tried topical melatonin for hair loss and experienced significantly reduced shedding, similar to when they used finasteride, but stopped finasteride due to side effects. They applied liquid melatonin from a dropper and noticed a decrease in hair fall within two days.

      community Need help on exact dosage for topicals (fin+min)

      in General  68 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is using a topical solution with 0.1% finasteride and 7% minoxidil for hair loss, applying about 10 drops daily. They seek advice on the correct dosage to avoid over or under-application.