A user made a 70/30 ethanol/propylene glycol topical finasteride solution but noticed chunks at the bottom. The discussion focuses on this issue with the DIY hair loss treatment.
Minoxidil sulfate is considered for those unresponsive to regular minoxidil, with some trying a 10% formulation from Folligenz. Concerns exist about the product's stability and transparency, but some users report positive initial results.
User discusses verteporfin for hair regrowth through "super microneedling" and preventing scarring. They mention a case of an old man regrowing hair after a head injury and suggest verteporfin could recreate this result.
User shared 9-month hair regrowth progress using a Fin/Min spray from HIMS, with additional microneedling. Other users praised the results and discussed the effectiveness of topical treatments.
A 25-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis and hair thinning seeks advice on the severity of his condition and treatment options. Oral finasteride and oral minoxidil are recommended as the most effective long-term treatments.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride while continuing minoxidil and microneedling, seeing gradual hair regrowth. They are considering adding oral minoxidil and possibly a LLLT helmet for further improvement.
A 28 year old male experiencing diffuse thinning, chronic dandruff and scalp crust (seborrheic dermatitis), with replies discussing the use of topical fin for hormone imbalances and Nizoral for seb derm.
Microneedling is often combined with minoxidil for hair growth, but concerns about scalp damage, pain, and effectiveness deter some users. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, tretinoin, and laser treatments are preferred by others.
Nanoxidil is considered to have better absorption and fewer side effects than minoxidil, with added DHT blockers. The user is questioning if switching to the more expensive Spectral.DNC-N is worthwhile compared to cheaper options like Kirkland minoxidil.