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      community 1 Month oral castor oil progress

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 6 years ago
      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.

      community Washing hair every day instead of a couple times a week

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user discusses the potential impact of external DHT in sebum on hair loss and plans to wash their hair daily with salicylic acid exfoliation. They believe this might help reduce hair loss despite internal factors.

      community Is this shampoo good for fighting dandruff?

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss treatment. It also inquires about the effectiveness of a specific shampoo for fighting dandruff.

      community Legit or Snake-oil Alike Service

      in Technology  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair therapy advertisements claim to use a mix of fallopia multiflora, ginseng, angelica sinensis, and vitex rotundifolia for hair growth. A user dismisses it as fake.

      community Topical minoxidil, biotin shampoo/supplement (pills)

      in Progress Pictures  66 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses successful hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and biotin shampoo/supplements, avoiding finasteride due to its side effects. Specific brands of shampoo, conditioner, and biotin pills were inquired about but not mentioned.

      community Thoughts on vichy's dercos shampoo?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Vichy's Dercos shampoo, which contains aminexil, niacinamide, AHA, and Vitamin E, for hair issues. One user mentions success with Vichy's serum containing 1.5% aminexil in reducing hair shedding.

      community Any sources on Geranium sibiricum extract?

      in Product 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of Minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss and explores the potential of Geranium sibiricum extract as a safer alternative. It highlights the difficulty in finding this specific extract and suggests considering other plants with similar compounds, like Indian gooseberry.

      community Aevin hair creme, overwhelmingly positive feedback on website

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering trying Aevin hair creme, which contains ingredients like jojoba oil and saw palmetto, despite skepticism about its effectiveness compared to treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or hair transplants. They are wary of the product's legitimacy due to the lack of reviews outside the brand's website.

      community Terrible scalp itch and hair loss

      in Satire  17 upvotes 3 years ago
      Severe scalp itching and hair loss, possibly linked to seborrheic dermatitis, are discussed, with treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, and various shampoos mentioned. Some users find relief from itching with DHT blockers like Finasteride, while others suggest consulting multiple dermatologists for accurate diagnosis.

      community Castor Oil + Rosemary Oil = Increase in Shedding?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using castor oil and rosemary oil twice a week for two months. They are concerned whether this is normal or if the castor oil's thickness is causing hair loss.

      community Wild claims from a snake oil manufacturer

      in Product  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post criticizes a company falsely claiming finasteride and minoxidil are ineffective after 6-8 months to sell their expensive, ineffective shampoo. The recommended treatments for hair loss are finasteride, minoxidil, low dose oral minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Update to losing hair at 16

      in Update  10 upvotes 6 years ago
      User has seborrhoeic dermatitis causing hair loss. They are using Ketoconazole shampoo and may use selenium sulfide shampoo.

      community Handle the itch from Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause scalp itchiness, often due to propylene glycol, and users suggest alternatives like foam formulations without PG, using moisturizing oils, or reducing application frequency. Some recommend ketoconazole or zinc pyrithione shampoos to help with inflammation and itchiness.

      community Sea Salt Spray for Adding Thickness/Texture

      in Styling  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      Sea salt spray adds texture and volume to hair but can dry it out, so it's best used sparingly. Some users find it helpful for thicker-looking hair, while others suggest using it alongside other treatments for oily hair.

      community Going off Minoxidil then using oils

      in Minoxidil 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses stopping oral minoxidil after 2 years and using rosemary/peppermint oil instead, with the concern of losing hair gains. Replies suggest that switching to oils will result in losing all the hair gains achieved with minoxidil.

      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 Keto shampoo and its impact on dht levels?

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo does not significantly reduce systemic or scalp DHT levels and is considered a mild topical antiandrogen. Users discuss its use for scalp health rather than DHT reduction, with some preferring alternatives like dutasteride over finasteride due to perceived side effects.