community Adding an emollient to Minoxidil to avoid the dryness
Minoxidil causes dryness, and adding an emollient might help. The foam version is suggested to reduce dryness.
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30 / 1000+ resultscommunity 27M after 10 Months on Oral Fin
A 27-year-old man shared his 10-month hair regrowth progress after taking oral finasteride, noting initial hair shedding followed by noticeable thickening around 5-6 months, with significant improvement by March. He also mentioned having scalp psoriasis.
community Why is no one talking about redensyl?
Exploring the effectiveness of redensyl, a hair loss treatment, compared to minoxidil and finasteride. People shared experiences using redensyl and products containing it, such as The Ordinary Hair Serum.
community Feedback on Hair Repair Clinic 5% Minoxidil Cream vs. Sons 5% Spray
A user is considering switching from a 5% minoxidil spray to a minoxidil cream for easier application and less greasiness. They are inquiring about the Hair Repair Clinic 5% minoxidil cream, which includes optional tretinoin and other ingredients like isopropyl myristate and beeswax.
community Grow Gorgeous Intense Hair Density Serum, 2.02 fl oz, 2-pack from Costco
The user is considering using "Grow Gorgeous Intense Hair Density Serum" alongside Minoxidil and is currently taking Finasteride. Some users doubt the serum's effectiveness, while others suggest it may help with hair strength and thickness, but opinions are mixed.
community 6 months Fin 1mg, Min 5%. Progress feels sooooo slow. This month I added 2% keto shampoo daily, 0.1% trentinoin daily, and weekly derma rolling. Hoping for much better results over the next 6 months.
A user's progress after taking finasteride and minoxidil for 6 months, as well as adding other treatments such as keto shampoo, trentinoin, and derma rolling. Replies include advice to keep going and the suggestion of considering a hair transplant.
community Any young women losing hair that have tried microneedling and oils?
A 25-year-old woman is experiencing hair loss and has started microneedling with a 0.5mm roller, applying a mix of essential oils overnight. She questions whether to switch to a 1.5mm roller and the best order for her routine, while a reply suggests using Minoxidil for better results.
community Does anyone know the chemical formula for pelage pp405?
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 Remember to take care of your hair condition.
Taking care of hair condition through the use of shampoo, conditioner, oils and scalp scrubs, as well as advice on using Nizoral and Naturebox Olive Shampoo. Replies also included discussion about whether a bad shampoo could be causing hair loss.
community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO
The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.
community Switching RU vehicle due to scalp irritation – anyone tried low-EtOH + squalane / emu oil?
The user is experiencing scalp irritation from using RU58841 with a 70% ethanol and 30% propylene glycol vehicle and is considering switching to a less irritating vehicle, such as 30% ethanol with 70% squalane or emu oil. They are seeking feedback on the effectiveness and irritation levels of these alternative carriers.
community Castor oil without using penetration enhancer after microneedling?
The conversation is about whether castor oil can be effectively used alone after microneedling without a penetration enhancer like DMSO or ethanol. The user believes microneedling-induced wounds might be enough for absorption.
community carriers other than PG for ru58841 ? Help !!
The user is seeking alternatives to propylene glycol and glycerin for mixing with RU58841 due to allergies and greasiness. Suggestions include reducing glycerin and considering stemoxydine as a solvent.
community What to mix castrol oil with for better absorption?
The conversation is about improving castor oil absorption for hair loss treatment. The user tried ethanol and sweet almond oil mixtures and plans to try DMSO next.
community Minoxidil Skin Delivery from Nanoemulsion Formulations Containing Eucalyptol or Oleic Acid: Enhanced Diffusivity and Follicular Targeting
Minoxidil can be effectively delivered through nanoemulsions containing eucalyptol or oleic acid, enhancing its diffusivity and targeting hair follicles. This contradicts the advice against mixing minoxidil with oils in topical formulations.
community Why don't do it yourself topical solutions not talk about ethosomes as delivery mechanism?
Ethosomes are suggested as an effective delivery method for topical finasteride solutions, requiring the addition of a phospholipid like soya lecithins. The user questions why do-it-yourself solutions don't commonly use ethosomes despite their potential benefits.
community Is it possible to make a propylene glycol free Minoxidil + Tretenoin solution?
Creating a propylene glycol-free Minoxidil and Tretinoin solution to reduce skin irritation and enhance effectiveness. An emulsifier like lecithin can help mix Tretinoin properly, and Minoxidil foam is an alternative without propylene glycol.
community Musely s Exosome formulation looks interesting
Exosomes, cetirizine, melatonin, latanoprost, and caffeine are discussed as potential hair loss treatments. There is skepticism about the effectiveness of exosomes, especially in topical form, but some users report positive results.
community Heating foam minoxidil into a liquid?
Heating foam minoxidil into a liquid for easier application and quicker drying. Effectiveness remains the same as liquid minoxidil.
community Will be experimenting with peppermint oil and olive oil as a carrier.
Peppermint oil and olive oil are being used to potentially improve hair growth, with some initial observations of stronger, thicker hair. Another user is using a mix of peppermint, coconut, castor, and rosemary oils, noting healthier and softer hair but no significant regrowth yet.
community Castor oil home brews and regimens?
Using castor oil, coconut oil, rosemary, tea tree oil, peppermint oil, and other essential oils for hair loss prevention. Emu oil and derma rollers are also discussed, with caution advised for coconut oil's comedogenic properties and taking castor oil orally.
community Dermastamping — do you use hyaluronic acid as lubricant?
The conversation discusses using high molecular weight hyaluronic acid after microneedling to form a protective barrier, though it's considered expensive and offers marginal improvement. Users share experiences with different microneedling tools like derma rollers, dermastamps, and Dr. Pen, with some opting not to use any products on the scalp.
community Adipocyte lipolysis activates epithelial stem cells for hair regeneration through fatty acid metabolic signaling
Fatty acid metabolic signaling can activate epithelial stem cells for hair regeneration. Oleic and palmitoleic acids showed the best results, but practical application on humans remains uncertain.
community Got my Oleic fatty acid they used in Korean study. Fuck you mice!
Oleic acid and microneedling are being explored for hair regrowth, but results are mixed. Addressing DHT and fibrosis is crucial, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and scalp massage also discussed.
community Carrier for homemade topical Finasteride
The conversation is about making topical finasteride using stemoxydine as a carrier. The user is considering buying Redken Cerafill Hair Re-Densifying Treatment (Stemoxydine) 90ml for this purpose.
community Question about making a solution of RU58841
The conversation is about making a solution of RU58841 using propanediol instead of propylene glycol due to skin irritation. The user seeks advice on whether this substitution is acceptable.
community Effects of 2% vs 5% min for sebderm
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.
community Castor Oil - Yay or Nay?
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of castor oil for hair thickening, with one user noting it may increase prostaglandin E2 and decrease PGD2. The original poster plans to take 1-2ml orally daily.
community Topical Finasteride with rogain foam as solvent
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 Where to buy Oleic acid, Palmitoleic acid and anhydrous ethanol?
A user is interested in creating a hair growth serum using oleic acid, palmitoleic acid, and anhydrous ethanol, and seeks advice on sourcing these ingredients. Another user plans to mix these with minoxidil, which already contains ethanol, and mentions using RU58841.