Recent content by DoubleL14

Hi there, I know it's a bit too late now but you should try increase the ethanol content, say 50% V/V just to make sure the powder dissolve properly. I previously tried to dissolve some salicylic powder in ethanol/water solution, it took me a few attempts and trying different ratio (eth/water)...

I've been using rogaine foam and generally minoxidil for a couple of years. Hair loss has stabilised and I had some regrowth. Similarly, I am having break outs on my scalp for the past few months and not sure whether it's due to the new minoxidil (DNC spectral) I am using now. I use 2% Nizoral...

The easiest way to disincfect dermaroller is to wipe it with alcohol wipes and air dry it before storage. Alternatively, rinse the roller thoroughly under running hot water and dip it in a bowl/container of 70% alchohol. Always air dry or blot off any liquid/residue before storage. I tried not...

Hi, Do you all require a doctor's prescription to buy Retin-A in U.S? Its compulsory here is Australia. And they ain't cheap. Costed me $30 for a 50g tube. Plus, it's generic.

highroller 19, If you want me to describe the difference, pain is minimal when you use it on the crown and its gives you that 'invigorating' feeling. Kinda like using a menthol-based shampoo on your head and you can see some flushing, possibly due to improved circulation. However, its entirely...

I've been on and off dermaroller for quite sometime (>15 months) and mainly use it on my thinning crown. Unfortunately I don't keep a photo journal about my progress and all I could say is it stimulates the scalp and stabilizes hair loss. As for regrowth, I can see very fine hair growing on my...

I have been using 0.5mm ZGTS titanium roller with minoxidil for a while. This is probably the most economical roller available. I always apply minoxidil on my scalp before rolling over gently. I've stopped using the roller recently as pimples(bumps/infections) started popping out on my scalp. I probably...

Hi there, I've used Spectral L before and very familiar with all the issues you listed, especially the smearing and staining on the pillow case. It's gross! Like you, I am desperately searching for a cream base minoxidil and haven't really have much luck. I am currently looking around for...

Hi, I saw the pics you posted and seems like you are losing more hair at the temple(receding) and less at the crown. From personal experience and from what I've read, minoxidil works better on the crown. I've tried rogaine foam before and personally I think its comparable to other brands. The only...

Hi there, I've been on minoxidil for quite a few years and from experience, it's better to keep the hair as short as possible. When you hair is long, it's hard to reach the scalp without touching you hair and you hair can absorb the minoxidil you apply and leaving white messy residue behind...

Thanks for the advice and perhaps I should do some extra reading on the topic. Some of the topical products out there have pretty good formulation e.g Spectral DNC and Polaris....I'll keep working on finding the best formulation at a cheaper cost.

I got it from Biovea for around $35/180mL. It's not widely available in Australia so I have to pay extras for shipping and handling.

Hi, I'm new here but I've put in quite some effect in fighting hair loss. I've taken saw palmetto as part of my regime consists of Proscar 1mg/day Saw palmetto 3200mg (max strength)/day Minoxidil +0.05% retinoic acid 2ml/day The regime helped me to regain my hair and minimized hair loss but I...

I've tried Revita for about two months. It reduces hair loss and scalp itchiness. However, I don't see much hair regrowth as claimed by the manufacturer. Perhaps I should continue using it for a couple more months but considering the price, it's probably worth finding an alternative! I paid...

Good day everyone, I'm a newbie here but definitely not a new to hair loss. Been fighting hair loss since late teen and it's on going. I just wondering if anyone heard about 'compounding' 5% minoxidil lotion retinoic acid (vitamin A derivitive). I did some research and apparently you can get it...