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330-360 / 1000+ resultscommunity Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray
A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.
community When will FAK Inhibitors / Standford Hydrogel be on the market for hair transplants?
The conversation discusses the delay in bringing FAK inhibitors and Stanford's hydrogel to market for hair transplants, with a preference for FAK inhibitors over Verteporfin due to their superior potential in preventing scarring. The user expresses frustration over the slow progress and hopes for faster development by companies like FAKnostics.
community Could topical Dut right after microneedling work like mesotherapy?
The conversation discusses whether applying topical Dutasteride right after microneedling could be as effective as mesotherapy for hair loss treatment. The user believes it makes sense and seeks opinions on this approach.
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 Upcoming and current hair growth stimulants (2026)
The conversation discusses various hair growth treatments, including topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, LLLT, PRP, exosomes, latanoprost, copper peptides, and upcoming treatments like PP405 and Vdphl01. It also covers managing side effects of minoxidil, such as dry scalp, and mentions the use of dutasteride and finasteride for hair loss.
community At Home Dutasteride Mesotherapy
The user is starting Dutasteride mesotherapy and seeks advice on whether to apply the solution immediately after microneedling or wait 12-24 hours. They couldn't find instructions for first-timers.
community Microneedling - do you use any topicals during the procedure?
The user has been using Minoxidil and Finasteride for over a year with limited success and is now trying microneedling. They seek advice on using hyaluronic acid to help the microneedling pen glide smoothly on the scalp.
community How to mix Viagra for topical application?
The conversation is about experimenting with topical Viagra or Cialis for hair loss, including methods for dissolving the tablets. The user is also using herbal oil massages and considering using Ethanol/Propylene Glycol for better dissolution.
community Does anyone know of the actual effectiveness of the DP2 inhibitors?
Setipiprant and Fevipiprant are questioned for their effectiveness in hair maintenance, with skepticism due to lack of convincing results beyond vellus hair growth. The user is satisfied with Minoxidil and Finasteride but is curious about the potential of DP2 inhibitors.
community 2 years on meds and micro- needling
The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling for two years, resulting in significant hair regrowth and plans for a 4000 graft hair transplant. The treatments have strengthened the donor area, making a hair transplant feasible.
community Protac degradation of the androgen receptor in mice shows good efficacy and no systemic drug could be found
The efficacy of degrading the androgen receptor through dermal application in DP cells, a delivery system for topical drugs that involves dissolving microneedles, and rosemary oil as an alternative anti-androgen.
community Which is safest carrier for topical antiandrogens (finasteride/kx-826/ru/dutasteride)
The conversation is about finding a safe carrier for topical antiandrogens like finasteride, kx-826, RU58841, and dutasteride to minimize systemic absorption and side effects. The user experiences side effects from these treatments and is seeking advice on carriers that reduce these effects.
community Surgeon prescribing me a spray mix of Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Retinol and Caffeine. Any advice???
A user's experience with using a combination of Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Retinol and Caffeine as hair loss treatment before getting a hair transplant. The conversation includes various opinions on the efficacy and availability of this mix.
community Early impressions Rootique Dou + Ulo low dose finasteride
A user shares their positive experience using the Rootique Dou applicator with 0.005% finasteride, noting it effectively delivers the product without greasiness and helps with hair regrowth without side effects. Another user reports regrowth using low-dose finasteride from ULO, while avoiding tretinoin due to skin irritation.
community Is anoying mixing pyrilutamide with another compound for full scalp coverage?
User uses 1ml RU58841 with 5ml stemoxydine for scalp coverage. Wants to switch to pyrilutamide and asks about mixing it with other compounds.
community RU58841 vehicle penetration (Study for minoxidil)
The user mixes their own RU58841 solution and found that increasing the ethanol content improved absorption and reduced scalp itching. A study on minoxidil showed that penetration increased with higher ethanol concentrations, reaching maximum penetration at 90% ethanol.
community I think microneedling before topical application of finasteride (or dut) is a path we should investigate (for those of us who don't care about systemic absorption). Here's why...
Microneedling before applying topical finasteride or dutasteride may enhance their effectiveness by increasing local absorption in the scalp, despite concerns about systemic absorption. Users discuss combining this method with oral treatments and minoxidil, noting potential benefits and side effects.
community Compounded topicals
BionicBell discussed using Bimatoprost, a medication typically for eyelash growth, for hair loss and mentioned a compounding pharmacy that can mix it with other ingredients like minoxidil and finasteride. They are seeking advice on using topical finasteride for female pattern baldness and are considering a custom foam combination to maximize hair growth results.
community Microneedling. What is your approach?
The conversation is about using microneedling for hair loss treatment, including questions on disinfection and post-treatment care. The user mentions using oral minoxidil and finasteride, and considering dutasteride.
community Topical finasteride carrier/vehicle
The user is considering making a homemade topical finasteride solution using an ethanol-based carrier. They are inquiring if a solution containing partially denatured ethyl alcohol and benzalkonium chloride is suitable.
community SCUBE3/Pyr/or anything else of interest in the piplines. any updates?
Hair loss treatments discussed include promising Pyr available online and Verteporfin dosing after FUE for follicle regeneration, but no updates on SCUBE3.
community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough
A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.
community Megadosing Koshine826(Pyrilutamide), my Plan.
The user plans to use 1% Koshine826, 0.1% Alfatradiol, Minoxidil with Tretinoin, microneedling, and Stemoxydine for hair loss treatment. They expect significant recovery with this regimen.
community Applying Minoxidil right after microneedling, is what I do now
The conversation discusses using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, with a focus on applying Minoxidil after microneedling to enhance absorption. There is also mention of considering oral Minoxidil due to potentially higher absorption rates.
community Question about mixing different topical solutions. Is this something ok to do?
The user is mixing various topical solutions for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Finasteride, tretinoin, RU58841, Stemoxydine, and Reviv AHK-Cu, and is questioning if this practice is effective or wasteful. They are concerned about potential interactions, especially with the new treatment KX-826, which should not be mixed with Minoxidil.
community finasteride microneedling and exosomes
The conversation is about a 21-year-old using finasteride, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, hair growth serums, and exosome therapy to treat early-stage thinning on the crown. They are questioning if these treatments are sufficient to improve hair thickness.
community pyrilutamide solution progress log
A 28 year old using a hair loss prevention protocol to restore thinning hair, which includes finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, alopecin, nizoral shampoo and microneedling; the user is now adding pyrilutamide solution to the regimen with the hope of improving their results. RU58841 was also ordered but not yet used.
community Regrowth Progress. Nuclear Stack. Dut, Min, RU, Keto, Monthly Microneedling 30M.
The conversation is about hair regrowth progress using a combination of treatments: dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole, and monthly microneedling. The user reports that microneedling and topical minoxidil had the most impact on their hairline.
community If I use tretinoin, can I microneedle and how?
The conversation discusses using minoxidil and tretinoin for hair loss, with advice on microneedling and topical application timing. Users share experiences with additional treatments like melatonin, spironolactone, and microneedling techniques.