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      community Autoimmune issue?

      in Question  2 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user experienced severe hair loss, itchy scalp, and skin issues after trying no-shampoo, and wonders if it's male pattern baldness or an immune issue. They have a history of eczema, dermatitis, and jock itch, and have tried various treatments like coconut oil, peppermint, pumpkin seed, and onion.

      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.

      community Does this look like hair regrowth at all?

      in Is this regrowth? 7 months ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth, with the original poster using natural oils and supplements like pumpkin seed, saw palmetto, and zinc, while considering pharmaceutical options like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Most users suggest using finasteride or dutasteride for effective results, as natural remedies are seen as ineffective.

      community A battle won?

       9 upvotes 10 years ago
      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.

      community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

      community Flax seed gel?

      in Question  2 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using flax seed gel to control hair loss. Users also mention treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      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 Coconut Oil + Castor Oil Hair Regrowth | YEAR 1.5

       14 upvotes 8 years ago
      The post and conversation discuss using coconut oil and castor oil for hair regrowth over 1.5 years. Some users suggest using finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for better results, while others prefer natural oils to avoid side effects.

      community Results with Peppermint Oil?

      in Question  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      People discussed using Peppermint Oil for general hair thinning not linked to male pattern baldness. They shared their experiences and results.

      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 Microneedling with some hair oil?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling combined with hair oils like bhringraj or coconut oil is discussed, but users report limited success against hair loss. Finasteride and dutasteride are mentioned as effective treatments, with one user noting significant improvement after adding finasteride to their routine.

      community Best way to include peppermint oil into the routine?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses incorporating peppermint oil into a hair loss treatment routine alongside minoxidil and possibly considering other second line options before using peppermint oil. Some people apply peppermint oil after minoxidil's absorption period or use shampoos containing peppermint oil.

      community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.

      community topical minoxidil, botana oil, coconut moisturizer, derma stamping, derma rolling, 3% salicylic acid shampoo, and scalp massage results thus far

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shares their hair loss treatment routine, which includes topical minoxidil, botana oil, coconut moisturizer, derma stamping, derma rolling, 3% salicylic acid shampoo, and scalp massage. Suggestions include adding finasteride, switching to 2% ketoconazole shampoo, and using rosemary oil instead of botana oil.

      community Anyone using oral castor oil in their stack?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

      community Microneedling, Nanoxidil, and Rosemary Oil

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user treated their hair loss with microneedling, nanoxidil, rosemary oil, jojoba oil, scalp massages, keto shampoo, and supplements. They experienced significant hair regrowth and a reduction in hair shedding within 8 weeks.

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

      in Product 11 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 Stopped Hair Fall in a Week with One Product

      in Treatment 5 months ago
      A user stopped hair loss by eating organic pumpkin seeds daily, despite previously using minoxidil and finasteride. They suggest others try pumpkin seeds, noting potential benefits for hair growth, especially for women.

      community Are fruit seeds more effective than fin/Dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 months ago
      The user experienced reduced hair loss after switching from finasteride and dutasteride to consuming fruit seeds like pumpkin and flaxseed, but others suggest the improvement is likely due to the delayed effects of the medications. There is skepticism about the seeds' effectiveness in blocking DHT compared to the medications.

      community Does everything that reduces DHT block 5ar?

      in Treatment  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride is the most effective treatment for reducing DHT and addressing hair loss compared to fish oil and saw palmetto. Topical treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil are also discussed, but finasteride remains the most effective option.

      community Any supps/topicals you thought made a difference?

      in Product  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, with some users avoiding finasteride due to potential side effects and opting for alternatives like dermarolling, minoxidil, peppermint oil, and other natural remedies. Despite trying different supplements and oils, many users report limited success, with some eventually considering or using finasteride, dutasteride, or topical treatments for better results.

      community My results & the importance of nutrition on hair health and growth. (M/30, Diffuse Thinner)

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 30-year-old man with diffuse hair thinning shared his hair regrowth regimen, which includes increasing Vitamin D intake, taking oral castor oil, using a dermapen, and various supplements like Glycine, K2, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate, and a multivitamin. He also mentioned inconsistent use of Minoxidil, Peppermint Oil, Zix, and topical Castor Oil, and negative side effects from Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral.

      community Slow and steady progress - thoughts?

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reports slow progress in hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and a weekly oil massage. They note improvement in the crown area but minimal change in the hairline.

      community Is this regrowth? Minox, lumigan, needles, keto

      in Is this regrowth? 2 years ago
      The user is asking if they are experiencing hair regrowth while using a treatment regimen that includes hair regrowth gel with castor oil, minoxidil 5% with latanoprost, dermastamping once a week, ketoconazole shampoo, and nizoral cream. They have shared photos after applying these treatments.

      community Hopefully a logical question regarding dermarolling.

      in Microneedling 5 years ago
      A user discusses using dermastamping for hair loss and questions the timing of applying a mixture of peppermint oil, spearmint oil, rosemary oil, and castor oil due to their anti-inflammatory effects. They wonder if waiting 10 hours after stamping would be more effective.