community Topical Finasteride: Update
A user applied a homemade topical finasteride solution daily for 35 days, reducing hair shedding significantly with minimal side effects. They plan to continue for 90 days and will provide further updates.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity What to mix castrol oil with for better absorption?
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.
community Update to losing hair at 16
User has seborrhoeic dermatitis causing hair loss. They are using Ketoconazole shampoo and may use selenium sulfide shampoo.
community Are you meant to apply SPF to the hairline when using tretinoin along the hairline?
Apply tretinoin at night and minimize sun exposure. Use sunscreen as a last resort due to its messiness and need for frequent reapplication.
community Topical Minoxidil 5% , Microneedling 1.25mm and Saw palmetto
A 21-year-old male shares progress pictures showing improvement in hair growth using daily topical minoxidil 5%, microneedling 1.25mm, and 500mg of saw palmetto. He reports new and healthy hair growth, indicating success in managing androgenic alopecia.
community I always hear the advice to reduce scalp inflammation. What are some non-steroidal ways to reduce inflammation?
Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.
community Anyone remember Breezula, the promising hairloss drug that was perpetually 3 years away? Well, it's available right now as an acme treatment. Can we just directly apply to the scalp?
The conversation discusses the availability of Breezula, a drug for hair loss, now being sold as an acne treatment, and whether it can be applied to the scalp. Users express skepticism about new hair loss treatments and suggest waiting for FDA approval.
community cheapest place to purchase topical dutasteride?
The conversation is about finding affordable topical dutasteride without propylene glycol for hair loss treatment. Suggestions include making a DIY solution using dutasteride powder and minoxidil, with sources like Carolina Chemicals and Minoxidil Max mentioned.
community 20 / (almost) 10 months / topical fin + min + tret (ig) + just started micro needling. So far so good 👍🏻
User "al_ick" shares progress with topical fin, min, tret, and micro needling for hair loss, showing good results. They use hims fin and min combination spray, applying 5-7 sprays for better coverage.
community Infection from micro needling even with medicated shampoos and sanitation
The conversation discusses scalp itching and tenderness after microneedling, despite using medicated shampoos and proper sanitation. The user plans to see a dermatologist and is concerned about possible infection or allergic reaction.