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      community Histamine intolerance and topical treatments

      in Treatments  66 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experiences histamine intolerance with alcohol-based hair loss treatments like Rogaine foam and seeks alternatives. Suggestions include alcohol-free and PPG-free topical minoxidil or finasteride, and trying Spectral products with different solvents.

      community How important are Retinoic and Hydrocortisone in topical serum?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using a topical serum for hair loss with ingredients like finasteride and minoxidil, and the option to exclude retinoic acid and hydrocortisone due to concerns about long-term effects. One user prefers using only finasteride, avoiding minoxidil and retinoic acid, and plans to remove hydrocortisone in future orders.

      community Water hardness and hair looseness

       8 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hard water may contribute to hair loss. Using a showerhead filter improved hair retention and reduced hair fallout with white bulbs.

      community Diluting DIY topical finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is discussing making a DIY topical finasteride solution using ingredients like water, alcohol, propylene glycol, ethanol, and glycerin, and is concerned about the stability of the mixture. Other users suggest that the solution will work and discuss the importance of propylene glycol for drug dissolution and factors like temperature and light affecting finasteride stability.

      community H&W Topical Finasteride

      in Finasteride  7 upvotes 8 years ago
      Efforts to find a Canadian dermatologist in the US to prescribe H&W's topical finasteride for hair loss. The user is willing to fund a crowd-share effort to identify prospects.

      community How much dht does Nizoral shampoo block?

      in Ketoconazole  101 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo. Nizoral's effectiveness is debated, with some suggesting it works as a weak antagonist for androgen receptors, while others attribute its benefits to anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

      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 is Oleanic acid a DHT blocker ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing hair thinning and is using a peptide with oleanic acid as a DHT blocker, along with minoxidil, while waiting for topical finasteride. They plan to use a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamp, ketoconazole, and scalp massages, but are advised to stick to proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community CoQ10 and Fish Oil body hair growth

      in Female  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Taking CoQ10 and fish oil supplements may lead to increased body hair growth and a crawling sensation on the scalp and skin. The user suspects these supplements could be linked to hair growth, possibly due to their effects on heart health and cholesterol management.

      community Caffeine affects on oral minoxidil

      in Chat  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      Caffeine may interfere with oral minoxidil because caffeine increases blood pressure while minoxidil lowers it. Users discuss potential interactions and effects on hair loss treatment.

      community Predicted Breezula format? (liquid/cream/foam etc)

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about the potential format of Breezula, a hair loss treatment, and concerns that it might be greasy or sticky. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community my own receding hairline experience

      in General  190 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced a receding hairline and tried minoxidil, which may have slowed the process but caused puffy eyes. They are hesitant to use finasteride and suspect oily dandruff might be an aggravator.

      community Intermittent fasting reduces hair growth?!? :(

      in Research/Science  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      Intermittent fasting may inhibit hair growth by triggering a stress response that affects hair-follicle stem cells. Some users believe genetics and DHT play a larger role in hair loss, and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are mentioned as ineffective for some.

      community questions regarding topical finasteride

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness and risks of using topical finasteride for hair loss, with considerations about using DMSO as a vehicle for application. Concerns are raised about DMSO's safety, absorption issues, and the systemic effects of topical finasteride.

      community Can't do Fin...Do DHT shampoos actually work?

      in Finasteride  3 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user stopped using finasteride due to reduced efficacy and health concerns, and is considering minoxidil and DHT-blocking shampoos for hair loss. Another user responded that DHT-blocking shampoos are ineffective.

      community Moisturizing your scalp?

       6 upvotes 12 years ago
      The conversation discusses using olive oil, shampoo, conditioner, and moisturizer before applying minoxidil to combat the drying effects of alcohol in hair treatments. The user asks if facial moisturizer like Cetaphil is safe for the scalp.

      community Can hard water affect your scalp/hair?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hard water may contribute to an itchy, dry scalp and hair issues, but it doesn't affect genetic hair loss. Some users suggest using distilled water or a water softener to alleviate symptoms.

      community I hate what my hair does to me!

      in Chat  32 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a person struggling with inconsistent hair styling due to thinning hair, despite being on hair loss medications. They find that ketoconazole 2% shampoo helps, but conditioning makes their hair look worse; others suggest staying consistent with treatment and using hair fibers for events.