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      community Topical Minoxodil vs Oral Minoxodil

      in Minoxidil  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is considering switching to oral minoxidil due to the inconvenience of topical application. Another user cautions that switching forms may cause shedding and that oral minoxidil may have different side effects and results.

      community Why don’t finasteride gummies exist?

      in Research/Science 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the idea of creating finasteride gummies for hair loss treatment, with some users expressing skepticism about their effectiveness compared to pills. Concerns include the potential for reduced drug delivery in gummy form and the risk of children mistaking them for candy.

      community Assorted Thoughts on Psychology of Hairloss

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 8 years to treat hair loss and is experiencing obsessive thoughts about balding. They discuss the psychological impact of hair loss and the different ways people on hair loss forums cope, either by shaving their heads or seeking treatments.

      community Has anyone gotten pp405 on the grey market yet?

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 1 week ago
      People are discussing the use of an untested hair loss treatment called PP405, which is not available on the grey market. Some users are trying a mimic formulation called HP3, reporting thicker hair but no new growth yet.

      community Where can you find RU 588441 for cheap ?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about finding affordable RU58841 for hair loss treatment. Suggestions include buying it in powder form and making a solution at home, with Amazon as a potential source.

      community Dutasteride and minoxidil : 5 months

      in Is this regrowth?  88 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using dutasteride and minoxidil foam for hair regrowth, applying minoxidil once daily due to side effects from the liquid form. They plan to increase dutasteride dosage and possibly apply minoxidil twice daily, while also using ciclopirox olamine shampoo and sulfur soap.

      community What’s in Your 'Dream' Topical?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses creating a personalized topical treatment for hair loss, with ingredients like finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, melatonin, caffeine, and others. Users share their ideal formulations, including combinations of minoxidil, finasteride, tretinoin, adenosine, and other compounds, while also discussing the importance of managing inflammation.

      community Minoxidil Sulfate makes everyone a responder

      in Research/Science  260 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil sulfate is more effective than regular minoxidil, especially for those with low sulfotransferase levels or scalp sensitivity, but it is unstable unless delivered in a liposomal format. Combining minoxidil with tretinoin can enhance effectiveness, and stopping minoxidil use can lead to rapid hair loss.
      The story of RU58841/ PSK3841

      community The story of RU58841/ PSK3841

      in Research  622 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841, a potential hair loss treatment, was not commercialized due to marketability issues and lack of long-term safety data. Concerns about its formulation and delivery methods further complicate its use.

      community Topical Finasteride Selection

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on choosing the right topical finasteride for hair loss, considering different formats (spray, gel, aqueous solution) and brands (Xyon, Ro, Keeps, Hims Rx Hair Loss Serum, Happy Head Topical Rx Serum). They are also concerned about the optimal strength to minimize side effects while using it with topical minoxidil.

      community important questions about RU58841

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for hair loss and is considering adding RU58841. They ask about RU58841's effectiveness, potential heart side effects, duration of action, dosage increase over time, transitioning to GT20029, and where to find the liquid form.

      community What happened to L'Oreal Serioxyl?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user noticing changes in the L'Oreal Serioxyl hair treatment, including a different smell, mismatched batch numbers, and a color change. They question if it's a new formula and seek alternatives to stemoxydine. Another user questions if the positive results were due to stemoxydine or other medications.

      community Topical Azelaic acid efficacy?

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user switched from Forhims to Numan topical treatment for hair loss, which includes finasteride, minoxidil, and azelaic acid, and is questioning the effectiveness of azelaic acid in the formula. They also mentioned that Numan has a higher concentration of minoxidil compared to their previous product.

      community Not happy with current routine, suggestions for improvement?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 26-year-old male is unhappy with his current hair loss routine, which includes microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and a topical formula with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and other ingredients. He struggles with consistency due to ADHD and is considering switching to oral medication for simplicity, but is concerned about side effects and effectiveness.

      community Self-Experiment - Topical Rapamycin or a-KB

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user plans to create a DIY topical treatment for hair loss using Rapamycin, possibly combined with alpha-ketoglutaric acid (a-KG). They discuss the concentration and formulation process for Rapamycin, considering safety and skin penetration, and intend to apply it every other day to the scalp.

      community Topical Dutasteride Options

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user is using a topical dutasteride/minoxidil/tretinoin gel for hair thinning and has had a positive experience with no side effects. They also mention considering another product, Formula82D, after having decent results with Formula82F.

      community I'm about to order some retinol and azelaic acid from the ordinary

      in Product  43 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using retinol to enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss, with a user considering The Ordinary's 0.5% retinol and seeking advice on azelaic acid concentration. Other users suggest using tretinoin instead and consider pre-formulated products combining minoxidil, tretinoin, and azelaic acid, but the original poster has not seen improvement from dermarolling.

      community There's been a lot of interest in Liposomal Finasteride ever since that one study came out that it was the most effective than all other topical finasteride solutions. Liposomal solutions are actually dirt cheap and easy to make. Comes out to only a couple bucks a month if you get the 15$ costco fin

      in Finasteride  2 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about using liposomal finasteride for hair loss treatment, highlighting its cost-effectiveness and ease of preparation. It suggests using lecithin and crushed finasteride pills to make the solution, which has shown to be significantly more effective than other topical formulations.

      community lost all my gains switching from liquid to foam

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil led to hair loss for OP, possibly due to a second shedding cycle. OP experienced allergic reactions to propylene glycol in the liquid form, causing dandruff and itchiness, which improved after switching to foam.

      community Thoughts on 5% Topical Minoxidil with 0.01% Tretinoin serum

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using a 5% Topical Minoxidil with 0.01% Tretinoin serum for hair loss, noting its lack of propylene glycol to avoid itchiness and greasiness. Users share experiences with different Minoxidil formulations and discuss the effectiveness and stability of Tretinoin in various forms.

      community Why I decided to stop using minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  59 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user stopped using minoxidil due to inconvenience and negative effects on hair appearance, opting to continue with finasteride and dermarolling. Other users shared mixed experiences with different minoxidil brands and forms, including oral minoxidil.

      community Method for creating 0.01% duta topical solution, will this work?

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses creating a 0.01% topical dutasteride solution mixed with minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with concerns about absorption and effectiveness. Some users suggest that dutasteride needs specific formulation for better absorption, while others recommend oral use for practicality.