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.
Minoxidil users can safely use salicylic acid shampoo to manage scalp pimples and dandruff. Nizoral is also recommended for hair gain and treating scalp pimples.
The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, alfatrodial, and nizoral, with a focus on the potential of new treatments like gt20029 and breezula. There is optimism about novel treatments that don't have systemic effects, although skepticism remains about the effectiveness of some new drugs.
A user is seeking suggestions for a custom hair lotion mix containing minoxidil, finasteride, caffeine, niacinamide, and biotin. Another user suggests adding tretinoin, topical valproate, and bimatoprost.
Using RU58841 and topical minoxidil together is fine and does not cancel out the benefits of each. Applying both treatments consecutively is acceptable.
The conversation is about expecting results from Breezula, a hair loss treatment, with no new information released as of April 1st. Some joked it's just onion juice, while another comment suggested a conspiracy to cause baldness.
Kintor 0.9% is not effective for hair regrowth or thickening and may cause testicle sensitivity. The conversation criticizes the hype around Kintor and discusses the ineffectiveness of pyrilutamide compared to other treatments like RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil.
Minoxidil is causing severe scalp irritation, including itchiness and dryness, for the user. Alternatives suggested include anti-fungal treatments, propylene-glycol-free formulations, and possibly oral minoxidil.
Using essential oil roller bottles makes applying minoxidil easier and more convenient. Oral minoxidil has potential side effects, including heart issues, while topical application is considered safer.
A user is concerned that prolonged use of valisone (betamethasone) and clotrimazole solution for scalp dermatitis may be causing hair thinning and loss. They noticed thinning in the area where the solution was applied.
The conversation is about the delay in Breezula's phase 3 trials and skepticism regarding its effectiveness compared to other treatments like RU58841 and Pyrilutamide. Some users prefer safety over effectiveness, while others express frustration with the slow progress and doubt Breezula will be a significant treatment for hair loss.
User discusses using a Minoxidil (5% w/v) + Finasteride (0.1% w/v) spray for hair loss, along with Logifeel Hair Spray, Trichoton Forte tablets, and Zycafy Shampoo. They seek experiences with sprays as most use oral tablets.
A user is asking if Minoboost F, a topical solution with 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride, is effective or a scam due to the lack of online reviews. They seek opinions and reviews from others.
A user is combining RU58841 with a topical formula containing finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, triamcinolone, caffeine, and other ingredients. They have just started using it and report no side effects so far.
The conversation discusses disappointment over only receiving a financial report from Cassiopea instead of trial results for Breezula/CB-03-01, a hair loss treatment. However, there is optimism as the company is advancing Breezula into Phase III trials for men, starting trials for women, and submitting an NDA for their acne product, Winlevi.
Breezula shows promising results for hair loss, with one trial showing a 539% improvement and another 168%, but lacks combination data with treatments like minoxidil or dutasteride. Its mechanism differs from finasteride, potentially offering fewer side effects by blocking receptors locally at the follicle.
RU58841 is more effective when mixed with isopropyl alcohol instead of minoxidil, as water in minoxidil degrades RU58841. Applying RU58841 separately from minoxidil, with an hour gap, enhances hair growth results.
Quitting RU58841 after over two years reduced scalp itching and inflammation, despite concerns about losing hair gains. The user continues using finasteride and oral minoxidil.
The conversation discusses the use of castor oil and pumpkin seed oil for hair thickness and shine, with concerns about oral consumption. The user is already using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user is using a combination of oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil, and a topical formula with Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Hydrocortisone, along with rosemary oil, coconut oil, ginseng, and a derma roller. They are also using LLLT therapy and are questioning the timing of the laser cap session in relation to the topical application.
Creating a liposomal gel with Pyrilutamide for hair loss to reduce systemic effects, similar to Xyon's gel. The discussion includes concerns about ingredient sourcing and the benefits of targeted topical treatments.
Clascoterone lotion, being tested in Germany, is as effective as Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss but without serious side effects. About 400 men participated in the trials.
Aminexil is similar to Minoxidil but less effective and not widely used, with some users reporting minor regrowth. It is not FDA-approved and has been removed from some products, though some people still use it, often in combination with Minoxidil.
RU58841 is being mixed with Minoxidil solution, but concerns arise about water causing instability. Mixing with water may lead to hydrolysis, potentially reducing effectiveness.
A user is seeking a 15% Minoxidil solution without finasteride or azelaic acid, as they can no longer find it. Another user is curious about the results of using the 15% Minoxidil.
The conversation is about how to effectively apply 1mL of a topical hair loss treatment, Pyrilutamide, to cover the entire scalp. One user suggests making a 2.5 mg/mL solution and using 2mL for better coverage.
User shares 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 1mg oral Fin, 2.5mg oral Min, Nizoral 3x week, and 1.5mm derma 1x week. Others comment on improvements and ask about oral Min source.
A user shared a homemade hair loss treatment combining Minoxidil with caffeine, melatonin, biotin, and olive oil, claiming improved hair regrowth compared to Minoxidil alone. They provided their recipe and cautioned users to try it at their own risk.
The conversation discusses using Actifolic tretinoin to enhance the absorption of Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It questions the amount of tretinoin to use and whether to apply it before or after Minoxidil.