The conversation discusses using olive oil, shampoo, conditioner, and moisturizer before applying minoxidil to combat the drying effects of alcohol in hair treatments. The user asks if facial moisturizer like Cetaphil is safe for the scalp.
The user asks about the order and compatibility of using topical minoxidil, stemoxydine, The Ordinary natural moisturizing factors + HA for scalp, RU58841, and Nioxin system 2 leave-in treatment. They seek advice on layering these hair loss treatments.
The user experienced severe scalp itching after using RU58841 and ketoconazole shampoo, despite trying moisturizingtreatments. They suspect the issue is related to the propylene glycol in the vehicle and are seeking alternatives.
Oral minoxidil and finasteride can change hair texture, making it drier or frizzier. Minoxidil is likely causing the roughness; adding a moisturizingtreatment may help.
People are discussing ketoconazole shampoos that don't dry out hair, with suggestions including using it as a topical treatment, switching to T-Sal, and using moisturizing products like hyaluronic acid serum and biotin conditioner. Regenepure DR is confirmed to still contain ketoconazole, and some users recommend using moisturizing shampoos and conditioners to prevent dryness.