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      community the ordinary retinol & minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      Using retinol with minoxidil may not be as effective as tretinoin, but retinaldehyde or adapalene could be alternatives. A micro-roller with minoxidil is suggested for better results.

      community Redness and flaking from topical minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical minoxidil with tretinoin is causing redness, stinging, and flaking on the scalp. Reducing application frequency and using anti-dandruff shampoo may help alleviate symptoms over time.

      community Oral minoxidil causes me stronger heart beat

      in Minoxidil  64 upvotes 8 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause a stronger heartbeat, which may lessen over time, but if it persists or worsens, consulting a professional is advised. Reducing the dose or switching to a topical form might help.

      community Looks like I’m allergic to propylene glycol..

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing an allergic reaction to propylene glycol in Kirkland minoxidil and is considering switching to a foam version or a low-PG minoxidil solution. They are also contemplating oral minoxidil but are concerned about its long-term safety.

      community Minoxidil actually reduces wrinkles

      in Research/Science  209 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil may improve or worsen skin quality, with topical forms causing dryness and wrinkles, possibly due to alcohol content, while oral forms have fewer side effects. Some users consider using tretinoin to mitigate negative effects.
      PP405 Identity Research

      community PP405 Identity Research

      in Research  292 upvotes 7 months ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that inhibits mitochondrial pyruvate carriers, increasing lactate dehydrogenase activity and stimulating hair follicle stem cells. In a phase 1 trial, 31% of participants showed over 20% hair density increase with PP405 treatment.

      community is it possible of this change in like.. a month???

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user noticed significant hair improvement in a month after stopping caffeine and regularly using minoxidil and a 0.05% finasteride with 6% minoxidil topical solution. They question if the changes are due to the end of shedding and the start of new growth.

      community Six month (and six days) update

      in Update  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 59-year-old man with significant hair loss has seen some improvement, including reversal of Retrograde Alopecia and darkening of hair, after switching to RU58841 and a new minoxidil base solution with additional ingredients. He also changed from a derma roller to a derma stamp for application.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community Did some of you try alternatives to Minoxidil ?

      in Product  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives to Minoxidil, such as Nanoxidil and Trioxidil, and the use of DIY oil mixtures for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on these products.

      community Any proof backing Nanoxidil over Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically comparing Nanoxidil and Minoxidil. The user reports no benefits from either treatment and expresses concern about micro-needling worsening their condition.

      community Reaction to Minoxidil Foam version

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      User experienced itching, redness, and hives from Minoxidil foam and is questioning if they are allergic to Minoxidil or another ingredient. They have switched to oral Finasteride.

      community New molecule PP405 vs exercise

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 targets hair follicle stem cells differently than exercise-induced lactate, suggesting exercise alone may not replicate its benefits. Minoxidil and finasteride are recommended alongside exercise for hair regrowth, with additional suggestions like spicy food and infrared exposure.

      community Oral Minoxidil Changes to Vellus Hair

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person in their early 30s has been using finasteride for about 10 years and recently started oral minoxidil, vitamin chewables, and dermarolling to address hair loss. They noticed pigmented vellus hairs and potential regrowth, questioning if oral minoxidil is more effective than topical due to enzyme differences.

      community Possible natural pp405 solution

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 7 months ago
      Rotenone, a natural plant extract, may promote hair growth by increasing LDH activity and blocking MPC in the scalp, but it carries risks due to its toxicity. The suggested formulation includes Barbasco extract, DMSO, propylene glycol or PEG-400, ethanol, and a carrier oil.

      community White hair seemed to be turn black, re-pigmentation

      in Update  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced hair repigmentation and attributes improvements in hair and overall health to a carnivore diet, Boron, and Selenium supplementation. They stopped using finasteride after 20 years, noticed increased testosterone and libido, and observed hair regrowth with RU58841.

      community Tretinoin can make it worse!!!

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.
      Can liver problems be associated with response to the oral minoxidil?

      community Can liver problems be associated with response to the oral minoxidil?

      in Research  147 upvotes 2 months ago
      Liver problems may reduce the effectiveness of oral minoxidil due to impaired SULT1A1 enzyme activity, which is crucial for converting minoxidil to its active form. This reduction in enzyme function can significantly decrease the drug's effectiveness in promoting hair growth.

      community Hair shed after adding tretinoin with topical minoxydil

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Adding tretinoin to a minoxidil routine can cause initial hair shedding, which may be normal as it potentially increases minoxidil's efficacy. Users suggest being cautious with tretinoin application, especially around microneedling, to avoid increased systemic absorption.