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A: Compounded formulations offer customizable concentrations (e.g., minoxidil above 5%), alternative delivery vehicles for patients with sensitivities, ingredients not available commercially as topicals (finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone), and multi-agent combinations that address multiple hair loss mechanisms in a single application
The most common method is a Total Glutathione test, which measures the concentration of the antioxidant inside your red blood cells to assess your oxidative stress levels
Your provider may recommend combining these with other topicals or nutraceuticals, depending on your hair goals