The conversation is about recommending a biotin supplement that includes saw palmetto and possibly copper for hair loss. The user is seeking suggestions for these specific ingredients.
Microneedling with finasteride, minoxidil, DMSO, and blackseedoil shows mixed hair regrowth results. There are concerns about DMSO's safety and effectiveness.
The conversation discusses using oral castor oil as a hair growth stimulant for beard and scalp hair. One user questions its use, noting castor oil is typically a laxative in the Philippines.
Batana oil is gaining attention for hair growth, but users suggest Minoxidil as more effective. Some recommend using both Batana and Rosemary oil for better results, though skepticism about viral claims exists.
The conversation discusses using essential oils like rosemary, peppermint, pumpkin seed, jojoba, and possibly saw palmetto for hair regrowth. It invites users to share their mixes and routines for these treatments.
A user shared progress pictures after 7 months of 5% topical Minoxidil and 3 months of 1000mg daily Pumpkin Seedoil. Replies suggest adding finasteride for better results.
The conversation discusses using sunflower oil as a carrier oil with rosemary oil for hair loss treatment, as it doesn't leave the scalp overly oily like hemp seedoil. The user also mentions avoiding minoxidil due to side effects and using rosemary oil to reduce hair fall and promote new growth.
Microneedling is often combined with minoxidil for hair growth, but concerns about scalp damage, pain, and effectiveness deter some users. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, tretinoin, and laser treatments are preferred by others.
The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.
The user uses 1mg fin every other day, a topical solution of 5% min + 0.1% fin nightly, and seeks advice on oils for hair growth. Replies suggest oils are ineffective and recommend sticking with fin and min treatments.
The user has seen no regrowth after 1 year and 2 months on finasteride, despite increasing the dose, and is inquiring about the potential of future treatments like verteporfin and gt20029 for hair regrowth.
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.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using a dermaroller and a mix of rosemary oil with jojoba oil three times a week for less than six months. Another user asked for clarification on the frequency of dermarolling and oil use.
The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seedoil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.
The conversation is about compounding topical cyclosporine for hair loss, suggesting it needs an oil base like castor oil. The user seeks tips or tricks for the process.
A 32-year-old male with diffuse thinning and seborrheic dermatitis has been using finasteride for 8 months without improvement. He is considering COQ10 + PQQ supplements for scalp inflammation and hair loss.
The user experienced positive hair regrowth using a routine of microneedling every 3 days, applying a blend of castor oil with peppermint and rosemary, bhringraj oil, and moringa oil, and using Pura D'Or DHT-blocking shampoo. They also take multivitamins and saw palmetto daily, reporting no side effects from saw palmetto.
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.
The user uses rosemary oil, finasteride, ketoconazole, Minoxidil, and Anagenics RU58841 for hair loss treatment. They hope rosemary oil will improve scalp health.
A user shared their positive experience with Laq herbal shampoo and Sevich Batana oil for hair loss due to PCOS and an unbalanced diet. They noticed significant improvement after three weeks of using these products.
The user experienced side effects from using 1% finasteride and 2% minoxidil, including dermatitis, erectile dysfunction, and heart palpitations. They switched to using 2000mg pumpkin seedoil, saw palmetto capsules, and applying pumpkin seedoil and rosemary oil twice a week, seeking feedback on results.
A user shared their 3-month hair loss progress using finasteride, minoxidil, low-level light therapy, pumpkin seedoil, and rosemary oil. The user saw a reduction in balding crown size but couldn't determine which treatment was most effective.
The conversation discusses a study comparing pumpkin seedoil and 5% minoxidil topical foam for female pattern hair loss. The user is curious about the application regimen of pumpkin seedoil used in the study.
The conversation discusses dosing for 1000mg Pumpkin SeedOil tablets and compares its DHT-lowering effects to finasteride. The user considers splitting the tablets to achieve a 500mg dose.
Hair loss treatment involves gland treatment with iodine, liver extract, wild American ginseng, and black cohosh, along with crude oil scalp massage. The approach aims to stimulate hormones and improve blood circulation to promote hair growth.
The conversation discusses using natural alternatives like saw palmetto, pumpkin seedoil, pygeum, and nettle extract for hair loss, alongside treatments like nizoral, dermastamp, red light, and rosemary oil. Opinions vary, with some users skeptical about the effectiveness compared to finasteride, and concerns about potential side effects.
OP used castor oil, ketoconazole shampoo, and biotin tablets for hair growth, reporting significant beard growth and faster hair growth on the scalp, but with stomach issues from castor oil. OP also used finasteride and recommended starting with 1ml of castor oil, noting that while hair grew faster, density did not significantly increase.
Oleic acid and microneedling are being explored for hair regrowth, but results are mixed. Addressing DHT and fibrosis is crucial, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and scalp massage also discussed.
The user tried various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, vitamins, Saw Palmetto, beta sitosterol, pumpkin oil, borage oil, stinging nettle, and emu oil. They recently noticed tiny black hairs, suggesting some improvement.