Hair loss discussion includes homemade 15% Procyanidin B2 apple skin extract as alternative to Minoxidil. User reports thicker hair, but no new growth yet.
The user switched from liquid to foam minoxidil to reduce skin irritation but finds foam harder to apply effectively to the scalp. A suggestion was made to melt the foam into a liquid for easier application.
Mixing tretinoin gel with Minoxidil for hair application is discussed, with suggestions to mix per application to avoid clogging and degradation. Some users apply tretinoin cream to the hairline and use Minoxidil and finasteride, noting potential irritation on the crown.
The user started using 5% liquid minoxidil on their scalp and noticed increased facial dryness and faster facial hair growth. They plan to reduce the application to once a day to see if it helps with the dryness.
The conversation provides tips to reduce facial skin side effects from Minoxidil, such as changing pillowcases, sleeping on the back, careful application, hydration, and taking breaks. One reply suggests that alcohol in Minoxidil formulations, not Minoxidil itself, may cause skin aging.