Diluting topical finasteride with coconut oil is discussed, with a suggestion to use topical minoxidil for a combined treatment. OP plans to try the minoxidil combination.
The conversation discusses using a hair wax containing propolis and Eruca sativa seedoil for hair growth. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses using oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, and grape seedoil for hair regrowth, claiming they can be as effective as finasteride or minoxidil without side effects. Some users remain skeptical and prefer proven treatments like minoxidil.
Verteporfin may improve hair transplant outcomes and reduce scarring, potentially allowing patients to avoid finasteride. Dr. Barghouthi seeks collaborations, volunteers, and financial support for research on verteporfin.org.
Verteporfin is being explored for its potential to improve hair transplant outcomes by reducing scarring and increasing donor hair follicles. There is skepticism about the results, with some claiming misleading presentation of evidence.
Oleic acid and ethanol are being considered for hair regrowth, with some users planning to self-experiment. There is skepticism about their effectiveness, and ongoing use of treatments like finasteride and minoxidil is mentioned.
The conversation is about using distilled water as a solvent for topical finasteride to reduce systemic absorption. The user is considering avoiding ethanol and propylene glycol to achieve this.
The user is considering adding castor, rosemary, and pumpkin oils to their current hair loss treatment of finasteride and minoxidil. They are unsure about the effectiveness of these oils.
A user shared progress pictures after 7 months of 5% topical Minoxidil and 3 months of 1000mg daily Pumpkin Seedoil. Replies suggest adding finasteride for better results.
Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.
The user discusses using essential oils like peppermint, rosemary, tea tree, and lavender to improve hair thickness and seborrheic dermatitis. They plan to add RU58841 to their routine and seek advice on using it alongside the essential oils without interference.
The user takes 1 mg finasteride three times a week, topical minoxidil daily, and Saw Palmetto both topically and orally on non-finasteride days. They recently added 1 g of pumpkin seedoil daily to improve hair thickness and are seeking advice on dosing and cycling Saw Palmetto.
The conversation discusses the potential of Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract as a treatment for hair loss by inhibiting FGF-5. The user also mentions the product évolis, which is based on this extract but is only available in the US and Australia.
The conversation is about finding alternatives to Octa Sabal Plus for hair loss treatment. It mentions using ingredients like pumpkin seedoil, octacosanol, and soybean extract, but suggests finasteride as a more effective option.
Abyssinian oil, argan oil, and Batana oil are being discussed for their potential effectiveness in hair growth. The conversation questions whether these oils are beneficial or a scam.
The conversation discusses dosing for 1000mg Pumpkin SeedOil tablets and compares its DHT-lowering effects to finasteride. The user considers splitting the tablets to achieve a 500mg dose.
The conversation discusses a 4-month hair regrowth protocol that includes finasteride (1.25mg), RU58841, dermarolling, ketoconazole, minoxidil, peppermint oil, and fatty acids/oils. Progress pictures are shared to show the results of these treatments.
The conversation is about compounding topical cyclosporine for hair loss, suggesting it needs an oil base like castor oil. The user seeks tips or tricks for the process.
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.
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.
Piroctone olamine is more effective than ketoconazole for increasing hair growth and reducing itching and dandruff. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Folligenz liposomal minoxidil sulfate is being discussed for its effectiveness and cost, with users comparing it to regular minoxidil and tretinoin. One user found no difference with the 10% version and noted that a lower tretinoin percentage reduced side effects like skin peeling.
The user discusses using Minoxidil for hair loss and is considering RU58841 to reduce excessive oil production. They seek advice on RU58841's effectiveness in blocking sebum production.
The conversation is about a user experiencing hair shedding after using a brand of RU58841, questioning its effectiveness and safety. Concerns are raised about RU58841 being an abandoned research chemical and the use of heavy oils like castor and argan oil potentially affecting absorption.
A hair restoration case involved injecting four different doses of Verteporfin into the mid scalp and using Scalp MicroPigmentation (SMP) around the extraction areas. Photos were taken and an update will be shared soon.
The conversation discusses whether oily scalp and sebum can hinder the absorption of topical hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, even when using tretinoin. The user is skeptical about the effectiveness of these treatments due to their oily scalp condition.
The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen using saw palmetto, pumpkin seedoil extract, EGCG (green tea) extract, grape seedoil extract, rosemary oil extract, and Zix. The user plans to use these DHT-blockers and 5AR inhibitors for six months and report the results.
The conversation discusses using saw palmetto oil to reduce hair loss, with the user reporting decreased shedding but no regrowth yet. The user plans to try minoxidil and finasteride, noting previous success with minoxidil but concerns about its greasiness.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, a dermastamp, and botanical oils like peppermint, rosemary, and pumpkin seedoil for hair growth. The user is considering using Alpha Infuse, which combines microneedling with plant oils, to enhance results.
The conversation is about making RU58841 solutions for hair loss treatment and sourcing ingredients for KB solutions. The user mentions using RU58841 powder from Shaanxi Greenyobiotech.