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      community Case study: 1mo progress microneedling + minox, no fin.

      in Microneedling  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their experience with microneedling and minoxidil for hair loss, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about systemic hormone effects. They reported slight hair regrowth after one month and plan to continue the regimen, noting improvements in skin sensitivity and managing dandruff with anti-dandruff shampoo.

      community Any luck with peppermint oil?

      in Question  7 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user stopped using minoxidil due to scalp irritation and is now using peppermint oil, noticing improved hair appearance but no growth yet. They are seeking a minoxidil brand that doesn't irritate the scalp and asking if others have had success with peppermint oil for hair loss.

      community Shampoo for thin and fine hair

      in Product  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, dermaneedling, and keto shampoo with great results. They seek a propylene glycol-free, volume-boosting shampoo for thin and fine hair.

      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 Red and ichy pimples/rash from applying topical minoxidil

      in Chat  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced red pimples and a rash from using topical minoxidil, possibly due to propylene glycol. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, switching to foam without propylene glycol, using Nizoral, and adjusting application timing.

      community Making minoxidil + azelaic acid type recipes?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about making a hair loss treatment combining minoxidil with azelaic acid, retinol, and caffeine, similar to the product Xandrox. The user has tried Xandrox but switched to Kirkland minoxidil for cost reasons and is seeking advice on creating a similar mixture.

      community Is 0.1%w/v topical fin overkill if taking oral 0.5mg fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether using 0.1% topical finasteride alongside 0.5 mg oral finasteride is excessive, with suggestions to choose either oral or topical treatment. The user also uses 5% minoxidil and mentions concerns about alcohol-based solutions due to seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Anyone here actually do topical cetirizine?

      in Question  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses using topical cetirizine for hair loss and questions its effectiveness and preparation. A user expresses interest in trying it if it can be dissolved in minoxidil.

      community Can I use trichosol minoxidil before sleep?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user applies 2ml of a lotion containing 5% minoxidil, 0.3% finasteride, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine before bed, but it leaves a residue on the scalp. Another user suggests reducing the amount to 1ml, as 2ml results in a high finasteride dosage.

      community Retinol substitute for Tretinoin

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is seeking a substitute for Tretinoin to enhance the effectiveness of Minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering using Retinol as an alternative.

      community Is it ok to use minoxidil and other topicals simultaneously?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about whether it's safe to use minoxidil with a mix of stemoxydine, RU58841, alfatradiol, and tretinoin at the same time for hair loss treatment. Concerns were raised about the absorption and effectiveness when these treatments are applied together.

      community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.

      community FDA approves Cassiopea's WINLEVI (CB-03-01, 1% formulation) for Acne

      in Technology  36 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about the FDA approval of WINLEVI for acne treatment and the anticipation of Breezula, a hair loss treatment using the same active ingredient, which may indicate a positive future for Breezula's release. There is disappointment that Breezula's results are not optimal, but it is seen as progress in hair loss treatment.

      community How to make topical finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about making a topical finasteride solution by dissolving crushed finasteride tablets in an alcohol-based hair treatment. Ingredients of the hair treatment include alcohol, water, and various plant extracts and preservatives.

      community Musely's topical hair solution

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a topical hair loss treatment containing 0.1% dutasteride, 6% minoxidil, tretinoin, and ketoconazole. The user is asking for opinions on the effectiveness of this solution.

      community Nizoral is drying my hair and I don’t know what else to do

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 25-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is experiencing hair dryness and damage after using topical minoxidil and Nizoral. She is advised to reduce washing frequency, use a bond builder like K18, apply a silicone-based serum, and consider using a shower filter and different oils like argan oil for better hair health.

      community Can I make a DIY Topical metformin?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about using DIY topical metformin for hair loss. A user tried it without success, and it was not combined with microneedling.

      community Shoutout to Zinc pyrithione and Piroctone olamine

      in Product  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Zinc pyrithione and piroctone olamine are effective for reducing hair shedding, possibly more so than ketoconazole. There is a concern about zinc pyrithione shampoo interfering with minoxidil, but it's unclear if this is proven.

      community Stabilized hairloss without sides (finally)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 3 years ago
      User found hair loss stabilization without side effects using a topical solution of 0.008% Finasteride, 2% RU, and Stemoxydine. Other treatments like Eucapil, Fluridil, RU-monotherapy, and Pyrilutamide didn't work for them.

      community Which mesotherapy should I choose?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is considering adding PRP and mesotherapy to their hair loss treatment and is deciding between two options: Promoitalia, which contains Phosphatidic acid, Riboflavin, and Superoxide dismutase, and the more expensive Melsmon, a human placenta derivative. They seek advice on which option to choose based on effectiveness and scientific backing.