Scalp irritation and dryness from topical RU-58841

Posted by optimizer_jenna in Safety & Side Effects - 1 points, 0 comments.

I have been reading a lot about RU-58841 lately because I am actually quite worried about my hair thinning. Since it is a topical non-steroidal anti-androgen, it seems much safer than oral options because it should not have systemic hormonal effects. That is the main thing that interests me, tbh.

However, I am seeing many mentions of scalp irritation and dryness as side effects. I am quite sensitive to new topical products, so I am a bit nervous about this. I am wondering if anyone here has actually experienced significant contact dermatitis or if the dryness is just something you can manage with a good conditioner.

I am planning to start with a very low concentration to see how my skin reacts, but I would appreciate hearing about your experiences with the sensation on the scalp. Has the irritation gone away after a few days for you, or is it a constant issue? I really want to avoid a bad reaction since I am still quite new to using research chemicals like this. Thank you for any help.

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