How much diluted rosemary oil to apply to scalp? Treatment 8/2/2024
A user is using a mix of 15ml coconut oil and 6 drops of rosemary oil applied to the scalp three times a week for an hour before washing, seeking natural hair growth methods before considering medications. The user asks if this technique is effective and requests respectful advice.
View this post in the Community →
Similar Community Posts Join
5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Scientific evidence for Peppermint & Rosemary oils + My Experience
Natural treatments for hair loss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.
community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in
A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.
community Quitting minox - going for alternatives
The user stopped using minoxidil due to side effects and is trying alternatives like vitamin D supplementation, scalp massages, cold showers, oil treatments, zinc shampoo, and dermarolling. They report improved scalp health and some new hair growth, despite skepticism from others about the effectiveness of these methods.
community Rosemary out here changing lives for the better
Rosemary oil is being used as an addition to minoxidil and finasteride for hair health, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some users report positive results, while others see no benefit or experience adverse effects.
community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker
Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.
Related Research
6 / 525 results
research A clinical investigation on the safety and effectiveness of an ayurvedic hair oil in controlling hair fall (khalitya) in healthy adult human subjects: a study on hair fall management
The ayurvedic hair oil is safe and effective for reducing hair fall, promoting hair growth, and improving scalp health.
research “A thing of beauty is a joy forever”. Plants and plant-based preparations for facial care in Suriname
Suriname uses many plants for beauty, with potential for a beauty industry, but more evidence is needed for product effectiveness.
research Bioactive-Based Cosmeceuticals: An Update on Emerging Trends
Natural ingredients in cosmeceuticals are beneficial for skin and hair health with few side effects.
research European Olive (Olea europaea L.) as a Source of Cosmetically Valuable Raw Materials: A Narrative Review of Bioactive Constituents, Their Biological Mechanisms, and Applications
European olive products are beneficial for skin care and are expected to become more important.
research Liposomes and Other Nanocarriers for the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris: Improved Therapeutic Efficacy and Skin Tolerability
Nanocarriers can make acne treatments more effective and gentle on the skin.
research Ethnopharmacological survey of home remedies used for treatment of hair and scalp and their methods of preparation in the West Bank-Palestine
Natural remedies for hair and scalp issues are still widely used in Palestine.