The conversation discusses creating a customized minoxidil formulation with tretinoin, azelaic acid, and caffeine, but there are concerns about foam stabilization due to acidity. The user seeks advice on the best formulation for effective results.
Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foam minoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.
Minoxidil can cause scalp itchiness, often due to propylene glycol, and users suggest alternatives like foamformulations without PG, using moisturizing oils, or reducing application frequency. Some recommend ketoconazole or zinc pyrithione shampoos to help with inflammation and itchiness.
A user with diffuse thinning experienced no hair regrowth with finasteride or Avodart but slowed hair loss with Avodart. They are considering trying Minoxidil and are seeking advice on whether to use foam or liquid, and if combining it with other treatments could be beneficial, excluding micro-needling due to scalp irritation concerns.
A compounding pharmacist offers affordable topical finasteride foam with Anagain and micro-dose finasteride capsules for hair loss. They provide telehealth services across Canada and private appointments for international patients.