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      community Using essential oils as well as minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation is about using a blend of coconut oil, peppermint oil, and rosemary oil with minoxidil for hair loss, and whether it's safe to apply this blend after microneedling.

      community Lavdik Hair Growth Serum?

      in Product 5 years ago
      A user is concerned about the legitimacy of a hair growth serum called Lavdik, which they ordered after seeing an ad for Jemros. The product contains ginger extract, ginseng extract, fleece flower root, grape seed oil, glycerol, carbomer, propylene glycol, and rosemary oil, and the user is unsure if it is effective or a scam.

      community Black Cumin Seed Oil

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      Black cumin seed oil may stimulate hair regrowth due to thymoquinone. It can be consumed or applied topically.

      community I have been applying undiluted, pure 100% peppermint oil to my scalp, 2.5ml a day as an experiment

      in Treatment  89 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experimenting with applying undiluted peppermint oil to their scalp daily to stimulate hair growth, based on a rat study where peppermint oil outperformed minoxidil. The user reports immediate hair thickening and increased scalp blood flow, while others in the conversation express skepticism, humor, and concern about the undiluted application.

      community Let’s talk about dosing azelaic acid

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil 5% with azelaic acid for hair loss treatment. Users share tips on sourcing and mixing azelaic acid with minoxidil.

      community Can amino acids help with AGA

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Amino acids like lysine, methionine, and cysteine may help with androgenetic alopecia when taken in high doses along with a DHT blocker. Users discuss combining these with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Going for mixology with fingers crossed.

      in Treatment 10 months ago
      The user is experimenting with a mix of topical treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil, to improve hair growth, particularly at the temples and core. They are also trying various oils, despite skepticism about their effectiveness, to see if they can enhance results without causing harm.

      community About the CBD regrowth study : just a few remarks

      in Research/Science  167 upvotes 4 years ago
      CBD in an emu and lanolin oil preparation showed a 100% increase in hair growth, but the effectiveness may partly come from the oils. Users discussed proper CBD dosage, preparation methods, and skepticism about the study's quality.

      community Minxodil collegen synthesis decrease?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil may age skin by slowing collagen synthesis, but using collagen peptides and a basic skincare routine might counteract this. Foam minoxidil could reduce systemic absorption and avoid alcohol-related side effects.

      community He is claiming, he can treat alopecia

      in Chat  357 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user claims a product can treat alopecia, but others are skeptical, calling it a scam due to lack of evidence and transparency. The product is said to inhibit Type II 5-αr by 22.9%, but is considered weaker than existing DHT blockers.

      community 24 y/o woman diagnosed with AGA today. Scared and confused.

       6 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 24-year-old woman being diagnosed with androgenic alopecia (AGA) who is scared and confused about her hair loss, and the treatment options of Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, spironolactone, and possibly a biopsy.

      community Any good experiences with Alfatradiol ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Alfatradiol is discussed as a weak 5ARI and estrogen, not as effective as minoxidil, RU58841, or CB-03-01, but a safe alternative for those who can't use finasteride. Users express frustration over the lack of strong FDA-approved topical antiandrogens for hair loss.

      community Has anyone tried hair+me topicals? (UK)

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is trying Hair + Me's 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride topical, which has a different carrier and pleasant smell compared to traditional alcohol-based formulas. They are seeking feedback on its effectiveness compared to classic formulas.

      community Rosemary Oil experiment 4 months in

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user experimented with applying pure rosemary oil to a single hair strand twice daily, observing increased thickness and pigmentation, but questioned if the oil or the application method caused the change. Some users noted rosemary oil might be as effective as 2% minoxidil for hair growth, though others warned about potential harm from using undiluted oil.

      community My DHT-blocking protocol, I'm exited!

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen using saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil extract, EGCG (green tea) extract, grape seed oil extract, rosemary oil extract, and Zix. The user plans to use these DHT-blockers and 5AR inhibitors for six months and report the results.

      community Aminexil from Loreal Professional reviews

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Aminexil from L'Oréal Professionnel is discussed as a treatment for hair thinning, with mixed reviews on its effectiveness compared to minoxidil. One user reported improved hair shine and health after using Aminexil alone, but no regrowth was observed.

      community SAFFLOWER OIL good alternative for Minoxidil?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 years ago
      Safflower oil is suggested as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth, with benefits including scalp conditioning and hair strength enhancement. Studies indicate it may also reverse scalp dermatitis, alopecia, and prevent premature grayness.

      community A personal thank you from me to you

      in Chat  129 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user successfully regrew thick hair using minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin, starting at age 19, and expresses gratitude to the community for support. They experienced minimal side effects and emphasize the importance of personal research and a healthy lifestyle.

      community My experience with Alfatradiol so far

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      User is 16, experiencing hair loss, and using minoxidil and alfatradiol. Shedding decreased, new hairs growing on temples, but unsure if alfatradiol is effective or if future shedding will occur.

      community i'm Considering adding hair stimulant: stemoxydine or alphatradiol

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering adding Stemoxydine to their hair loss regimen, as they already use topical finasteride with rosemary and cannot use Minoxidil. They are seeking feedback on Stemoxydine and Alphatradiol, and another user mentions 2-deoxy-d-ribose as a potential option.

      community Self-Experiment - Topical Rapamycin or a-KB

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user plans to create a DIY topical treatment for hair loss using Rapamycin, possibly combined with alpha-ketoglutaric acid (a-KG). They discuss the concentration and formulation process for Rapamycin, considering safety and skin penetration, and intend to apply it every other day to the scalp.