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      community Dermastamp only with carrier/essential oil blend

      in Microneedling  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is documenting their natural approach to treating a receding hairline using a dermastamp, essential oils (rosemary oil at 3% dilution with pumpkin seed oil), a multivitamin with vitamin D, and daily collagen shakes. They acknowledge the common recommendations of minoxidil and finasteride but prefer to test natural methods and share their results.

      community Recommended lotion for irritated scalp?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user seeks a lotion for an inflamed, itchy scalp caused by DHT, asking for options that promote blood flow and contain hair vitamins like caffeine and biotin. Another user suggests using a mix of mustard oil and coconut oil.

      community Microneedling : Questions regarding routine and sanitary

       7 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair regrowth, emphasizing the importance of disinfecting the scalp to avoid infections. It also mentions using minoxidil and castor oil in the treatment routine.

      community How to take care of the microneedler?

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 7 months ago
      Disinfecting microneedlers is important to prevent infection, with suggestions to use high-percentage alcohol or denture tablets for sterilization. Rollers may cause skin damage, so stamps or pens are recommended for safer microneedling.

      community Improve your micronnedling progress/results using betadine

      in Microneedling  72 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth success using microneedling with a dermaroller every 6 days and minoxidil, recommending betadine (povidone-iodine) before microneedling to sterilize the scalp and enhance results. Another user noted the potential risks of iodine toxicity.

      community The mystery of Azelaic Acid

       5 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Rogaine (Minoxidil) and ketoconazole for hair regrowth, with interest in trying a formulation with Azelaic Acid for potentially better results. Concerns about Azelaic Acid's effectiveness and safety, including skin sensitivity to sunburn, are mentioned.

      community Rosemary oil as a growth agonist instead of min

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user uses finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping for hair loss. They consider rosemary and castor oil as alternatives to minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

      community Natural methods only. Gains or Nah?

      in Is this regrowth? 5 months ago
      The user is attempting to regrow hair using natural methods like microneedling, rosemary oil, and capsaicin tincture, avoiding medications like finasteride and minoxidil due to past health issues. Feedback suggests these methods are ineffective, with many recommending shaving or considering a hair system instead.

      community So what exactly do coconut and castor oil even do?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Coconut oil may act as a natural conditioner but can clog pores, while castor oil might promote hair growth and help with dandruff. Users suggest trying lighter oils like apricot or grapeseed for better results.

      community Why don't more people here use oils?

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses using oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, and grape seed oil for hair regrowth, claiming they can be as effective as finasteride or minoxidil without side effects. Some users remain skeptical and prefer proven treatments like minoxidil.

      community Insane Idea: Cyperus Rotundus Oil?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Cyperus rotundus oil is suggested as a natural treatment for androgenic alopecia, potentially inhibiting hair growth without affecting testosterone levels. The conversation questions its effectiveness and safety for scalp use.

      community Holding the line with no meds.

      in Progress Pictures  51 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 34-year-old man is using natural methods like rosemary and peppermint oil, micro-needling, and low-level laser therapy to manage hair thinning, avoiding medications like minoxidil and finasteride. Despite minimal visible progress, he values the non-medicated approach and remains consistent with his routine.

      community Topical ( Fin+Min+Arginine) wow?

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil, finasteride, and arginine, showing noticeable progress in one month. The user suggests adding arginine serum for better results.

      community Scalp Massages /scalp hair oiling effective??

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of natural remedies like scalp massages and oils for hair loss, with some users advocating for proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. The original poster prefers natural methods, while others argue that pharmaceuticals are more effective in combating hair loss.

      community nutrafol actually working somehow??

      in Update  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reports significant improvement in scalp thinning after nearly 2 months of using Nutrafol, along with derma rolling and weekly rosemary oil application. Another user suggests the success might be due to saw palmetto in Nutrafol and shares their own experience of maintaining hair without finasteride.

      community treatment: oil your scalp, for dryness

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      A user asked if applying oil (olive, coconut, etc.) to the scalp for dryness and hair loss is effective, as recommended by a dermatologist. They expressed doubt about the advice and sought opinions on its usefulness.

      community Where to buy Oleic acid, Palmitoleic acid and anhydrous ethanol?

      in Technology  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is interested in creating a hair growth serum using oleic acid, palmitoleic acid, and anhydrous ethanol, and seeks advice on sourcing these ingredients. Another user plans to mix these with minoxidil, which already contains ethanol, and mentions using RU58841.

      community How to properly use a dermaroller

      in Female  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A female with suspected hair loss is considering using vitamins, a dermaroller, and essential oils to stimulate hair growth. Advice includes choosing a dermaroller with needles, preferably stainless steel.

      community Peppermint oil and/or dermarolling???

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about someone experiencing hair thinning at the temples and seeking alternative treatments to Minoxidil due to side effects. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of peppermint oil and dermarolling for hair growth.