Will rubbing olive oil on my thinning spots when I get the dht itch slow down/maybe stop balding? Research/Science 12/14/2020
Olive oil may temporarily relieve DHT itch but won't stop balding. Finasteride and Minoxidil are recommended for hair loss treatment.
View this post in the Community →
Similar Community Posts Join
5 / 130 resultscommunity Been doing daily 3% topical peppermint oil for 6+ months (never used minoxidil). Have had growth that seems as good as minoxidil. Might strenghten the idea that peppermint is a good low-cost treatment, that potentially works by another route than minoxidil.
The user has been using finasteride, nizoral, microneedling, and recently added 3% peppermint oil to their hair loss treatment, experiencing regrowth similar to minoxidil. They suggest peppermint oil as a potentially effective, low-cost alternative or addition to minoxidil, with the added benefit of a pleasant smell and ease of use.
community further reduce DHT in the scalp
The conversation discusses methods to further reduce DHT in the scalp for hair loss treatment, with users suggesting various approaches like using dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and natural supplements like pumpkin seed oil. Some users also mention using topical applications and scalp massages to enhance the effectiveness of these treatments.
community Hairloss is mentally exhausting
The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.
community What’s the most effective way to beat Serb Derm?
OP struggles with scalp flakes causing hair loss and has tried Selsun Blue, Ketoconazole, and ZPT Shampoo without success. Suggestions include using salicylic acid shampoo, shaving the head, using Nizoral, and combining treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
community Big increase in miniaturization after being on finasteride for 7 years?
The user experienced increased hair miniaturization and shedding despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and other treatments. They are considering more aggressive treatments or a hair system if no improvement occurs by the end of 2025.
Related Research
6 / 1000+ results
research Experimental and early investigational drugs for androgenetic alopecia
New hair loss treatments may include topical medications, injections, and improved transplant methods.
research Botanical drug preparations for alleviating hair loss in menopausal women: a global ethnopharmacological mini-review
Botanical treatments like saw palmetto, rosemary oil, and ginseng may help reduce hair loss in menopausal women.
research Effect and mechanism of Docosahexaenoic acid on the proliferation of dermal papilla cells
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may help hair growth by promoting dermal papilla cell proliferation.
research The Basic Science of Hair Biology
Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.
research Pathophysiology, conventional treatments, and evidence-based herbal remedies of hair loss with a systematic review of controlled clinical trials
Herbal remedies may help with hair loss but need more research.
research Development and ex-vivo skin permeation studies of finasteride–poly(lactic acid-co-glycolic acid) and minoxidil–chitosan nanoparticulate systems
Nanoparticles show potential for controlled release of hair loss drugs, improving treatment effectiveness.