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GlossaryFenugreek Seeds

seeds from Trigonella foenum-graecum, used for hair health

Fenugreek seeds, also known as Methi seeds, come from the plant Trigonella foenum-graecum. They are commonly used in cooking and traditional medicine. Rich in vitamins and minerals, these seeds are believed to promote hair growth and improve scalp health due to their high protein and nicotinic acid content, which can help combat hair thinning and dandruff.

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community Has Saw Palmetto (or PSO) stopped my shedding?

in Treatment 5 upvotes 2 years ago

A user experienced hair shedding despite using natural remedies but saw improvement with topical finasteride and oral minoxidil. After stopping supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil, shedding resumed, but combining them again with finasteride and minoxidil reduced shedding.

community Any validity to this product being sold by a social media influencer?

in Product 9 months ago

The conversation is about skepticism towards a hair growth oil promoted by a social media influencer, with users suggesting it is ineffective without proven treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or hair transplants. The product contains various oils and extracts, but users doubt its effectiveness.

community If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next?

in Treatment 60 upvotes 4 months ago

Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.

community Anyone have success with fenugreek?

in Technology 10 upvotes 5 years ago

Fenugreek has mixed reviews for hair loss, with some reporting success and others experiencing worsening conditions. Few people have shared their experiences online.

community Why is Minoxidil not enough for hair loss? (No fin)

in Minoxidil 58 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hair loss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally more effective.

community Has anybody experimented with home-remedy sprays to promote hair growth?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 6 months ago

A user is considering using homemade hair sprays with ingredients like fenugreek seeds, rosemary, and lavender to promote hair growth, alongside topical minoxidil. Other users suggest that while these sprays may improve hair health, they are not as effective as minoxidil and finasteride for regrowing hair, and recommend using proven treatments like finasteride for better results.

community Has anyone noticed the link between natural breast enhancement and natural hair treatment protocols

in Chat 2 years ago

Certain oils and treatments used for natural breast enhancement, like fenugreek oil and shatavari, may also help with androgenetic alopecia due to their estrogen link. The discussion suggests these items might pause hair loss.

community COVID made me lose my hair. My friends helped me get it back (vertex balding treatment success story)

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 5 years ago

A 34-year-old man experienced hair loss during the COVID-19 pandemic and successfully treated it using minoxidil, reducing shampoo use, and taking fenugreek. He saw significant improvement within a few months and no longer appears bald.

community The Journey Starts Today

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 12 upvotes 6 years ago

User started Finasteride for hair loss, combining it with Saw Palmetto, Fenugreek seeds, almonds, bananas, eggs, and a coconut-castor oil mixture. Early updates show initial shedding and tiny new hair growth at the temples.

community My hair loss story. Possible thinning and balding. Pic included. Do I have any hope?

in Question 9 years ago

The user is experiencing hair loss and has tried natural remedies like hibiscus shampoo and an oil mixture with coconut oil, curry leaves, fenugreek seeds, and castor oil, but saw no lasting improvement. They are advised to consult a dermatologist and consider treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo.

community 21M on Minoxidil 3 Months: Should I Add Finasteride for Thinning Hair?

in General 246 upvotes 6 months ago

A 21-year-old male experiencing hair thinning started using Minoxidil, which stopped his shedding and led to the growth of vellus hairs on his temples. He is considering whether to add finasteride to his routine, which currently includes Minoxidil, derma rolling, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D3, zinc, and a rosemary and fenugreek lotion.

community Why Didn't the Pumkin Seed Oil Study Get More Attention?

in Question 65 upvotes 6 years ago

Pumpkin seed oil showed a 40% increase in hair count, but its effectiveness is questioned due to other ingredients in the supplement. Users discuss its potential compared to finasteride, with some expressing skepticism and others showing interest.

community Safflower as a Carrier Oil for Rosemary

in Treatment 4 upvotes 4 years ago

A user discusses using safflower oil as a carrier for rosemary oil to enhance hair growth while using finasteride. They reference studies showing rosemary oil's effectiveness compared to minoxidil and the potential benefits of safflower and amla extracts for hair loss.

community Pumpkin seed oil

in General 43 upvotes 8 months ago

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 seed oil, saw palmetto capsules, and applying pumpkin seed oil and rosemary oil twice a week, seeking feedback on results.

community Effect of Pumpkin Seed Oil on Hair Growth in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial

23 upvotes 8 years ago

Pumpkin seed oil may help hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community 3 months using Nizoral weekly & 1000mg of pumpkin seed oil daily (before -> after)

in Is this regrowth? 6 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses hair regrowth using Nizoral weekly and 1000mg of pumpkin seed oil daily. Users also mention using finasteride, rosemary oil, and nutritional yeast for hair loss treatment.

community Pumpkin seed oil tablet or topical oil.

in Treatment 9 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of pumpkin seed oil for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its benefits. Some users mention studies showing potential hair growth benefits, while others consider it ineffective.

community Castor Oil and Pumpkin Seed Oil

7 upvotes 9 years ago

The conversation discusses the use of castor oil and pumpkin seed oil for hair thickness and shine, with concerns about oral consumption. The user is already using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

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 Combining Oral Pumpkin Seed Oil (2000mg) with Topical Rosemary Oil - Any experiences?

in Is this regrowth? 1 month ago

The conversation discusses using pumpkin seed oil and rosemary oil for hair thinning, with skepticism about their effectiveness compared to pharmaceutical options like finasteride and minoxidil. Some users suggest trying natural treatments, while others emphasize the proven success of pharmaceuticals.

community Has anyone had success with oral Pumpkin Seed Oil, Saw Palmetto, Fo-Ti, and Astaxathin?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses using pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, fo-ti, and astaxanthin for hair loss, with additional use of Nizoral shampoo. Users express skepticism about regrowth and suggest adding a micro derm roller or considering minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

community Why don't more people here use oils?

in Treatment 23 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 If i am already on fin is there any benefit at all trying to add pumpkin seed oil to the regiment?

in Finasteride 7 upvotes 8 years ago

The conversation discusses whether adding pumpkin seed oil to a regimen that already includes finasteride would provide any additional benefits for hair loss. The consensus is that while finasteride is effective, adding pumpkin seed oil might offer some extra benefits, but evidence is limited.

community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

in Treatment 83 upvotes 3 years ago

A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.

community Pumpkin Seed Oil Dosing

6 upvotes 8 years ago

The conversation discusses dosing for 1000mg Pumpkin Seed Oil tablets and compares its DHT-lowering effects to finasteride. The user considers splitting the tablets to achieve a 500mg dose.

community Anyone tried herbal treatments like pumpkin seed oil etc. long enough to see it doesnt work?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 6 months ago

Herbal treatments like pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and rosemary oil showed little to no effectiveness for hair loss, with some users experiencing negative effects. Regular treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are suggested to be more effective, while vigorous scalp massage and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) might offer some benefits.

community Which of these oils would you suggest as an add-on to finasteride, nizoral, and micro-needling?

in Product 5 years ago

The user is seeking advice on which hair growth oil to add to their current regimen of finasteride, Nizoral, and micro-needling. They are considering oils with ingredients like biotin, caffeine, castor oil, rosemary oil, hemp, coconut, olive, lavender, peppermint, aloe, horsetail, vitamin B5, rosehip seed, and algae.

community Pumpkin seed oil vs. minoxidil 5% topical foam - Study Feb 2021

in Female 5 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses a study comparing pumpkin seed oil and 5% minoxidil topical foam for female pattern hair loss. The user is curious about the application regimen of pumpkin seed oil used in the study.

community Black cumin seed

2 upvotes 7 years ago

Black cumin seed is discussed for potential hair regrowth when applied to the scalp. Experiences vary, with some users finding it effective and others not noticing any benefits.

community Current regimen without fin/min

in Treatment 4 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses a hair loss regimen using natural oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, evening primrose, and sea buckthorn, along with microneedling, niacin, vitamin B complex, and astaxanthin. Some users criticize the effectiveness of this approach compared to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, while others suggest adding saw palmetto and other supplements.