Anybody else trying shou wu chih or just straight fo-ti/he shou wu Product 4/4/2023
The conversation discusses using shou wu chih or fo-ti/he shou wu for hair loss, with OP noticing stiffer beard and body hair. A user warns about potential liver damage from fo-ti and questions the effectiveness of alternative medicine.
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5 / 6 resultscommunity Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti
He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.
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community 3 month progress NW5 -- lost cause?
A user is treating their advanced hair loss with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, hydrocortisone, stem cell serum, peptide serum, multivitamins, he shou wu tea, derma pen, argan oil, and a derma roller. Replies suggest it's too early to judge progress and recommend staying consistent, with one suggesting oral minoxidil as an additional option.
community 1 month on min and derma pen every 10 days. Can you see a difference?
A user has been using 5% minoxidil and a derma pen for one month, experiencing shedding but noticing potential new hair growth. They plan to add finasteride to their regimen.
community 2 months progress. Hair is shorter in the first pic, same length in the second and third.
User reports 2 months progress using daily oral fin 1mg, twice daily topical min 5%, and intermittent dermapen. Others share their experiences, suggesting patience and additional treatments like alternating shampoos, using conditioner, tretinoin, and vitamins.
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