Is your zix consist of 3.5 zinc capsules? Does it get less effective if you add more?
For me I start to shed more when im 4 and less than 3. I tend to just use 3 capsules now, it's just easier to mix. I think it might be more effective with 3.5 though. I suspect everyone will respond differently so probably a game of trial and error.
I posted almost 2 years ago and started using the six @worm described on the first page of this thread around 1.5 years ago.
Really happy with results so far. I've maintained and actually gained ground around the crown. Hair is thick and I've gotten many compliments from barbers and friends. I use Nizoral about once every two weeks and zix only at night (I don't like what it does to my hair in the morning). Actually I probably only apply about 5 nights per week.
Anyway, a big thank you to @worm for dedicating his time to this thread. It is peace of mind and an easy and affordable solution to make and use.
I posted almost 2 years ago and started using the six @worm described on the first page of this thread around 1.5 years ago.
Really happy with results so far. I've maintained and actually gained ground around the crown. Hair is thick and I've gotten many compliments from barbers and friends. I use Nizoral about once every two weeks and zix only at night (I don't like what it does to my hair in the morning). Actually I probably only apply about 5 nights per week.
Anyway, a big thank you to @worm for dedicating his time to this thread. It is peace of mind and an easy and affordable solution to make and use.
Can you post a picture of how your hair is and your age please?I posted almost 2 years ago and started using the six @worm described on the first page of this thread around 1.5 years ago.
Really happy with results so far. I've maintained and actually gained ground around the crown. Hair is thick and I've gotten many compliments from barbers and friends. I use Nizoral about once every two weeks and zix only at night (I don't like what it does to my hair in the morning). Actually I probably only apply about 5 nights per week.
Anyway, a big thank you to @worm for dedicating his time to this thread. It is peace of mind and an easy and affordable solution to make and use.
So I started applying zix a fe?w days ago, and i seem to be shedding more hair than usual, Think I might've added too much ethyl alchohol (I think i might've put 1 oz instead 1/2 oz) because my hair feels like it's dried out, I also used 3 220mg capsules for my solution instead of 1, doubling on it like worm did. Another thing, I've been doing is dripping in the same spot multiple times due to paranoia over it not being enough. However, I have noticed that my dht scalp iching has disappeared in the areas I've applied it.
Btw @worm needling improves minoxidil effects. And also zix @Ezekiel2019
https://www.hairlosstalk.com/interact/threads/microneedling-photo-results-summary.121072/
I needle once a week 1mm and apply zix after and it’s not bloody but it will sting and will be sore for about 24 hours if done well.I've been tempted to needle my temples. How bloody is it?
So 3 tsp of ethyl alchohol to the total container mixture?It sounds to me like you're using wayyyyyyy too much ethyl alcohol. First of all it's a 2oz bottle(60mls), so 1oz is half the bottle (30mls). That will dry your hair to no end. I maybe put 7.5mls - so about 1/4 oz, or 1.5 teaspoons worth.
Applying too much will also give you negative returns. I apply 1x daily - so go with that. once you've applied evenly, massage it gently into your scalp. Brush or comb your hair because it'll be all over the place, let dry. Then style as you like.
You can always go down to 2x capsules and see how that goes.
I use a zinc pyrithione shampoo (H&S). I do not recommend nizoral, i have had bad effects using both - major shedding. And it dries your hair out to no end.