User noticed receding temples, used minoxidil and microneedling with positive results. Added sawpalmetto and eucapil, experienced shedding and thinner hairline, but no side effects.
A 25-year-old is considering using sawpalmetto for hair loss due to fear of finasteride side effects but is concerned about its effectiveness and cost compared to finasteride. They are seeking advice on whether sawpalmetto has similar side effects to finasteride and if it's truly effective or just a placebo.
SawPalmetto may act like a weaker version of finasteride and could be too weak to treat male pattern baldness (MPB) on its own. However, combining SawPalmetto with low doses of finasteride might increase effectiveness with less risk of prostate shrinkage and sexual side effects.
The user experienced hair regrowth and reduced shedding using sawpalmetto, biotin, minoxidil, fish oil, and Nizoral, but hair loss resumed after discontinuing the regimen. They are considering reintroducing the regimen and possibly trying finasteride.
A person experienced hair regrowth after reducing testosterone levels and using sawpalmetto tincture and Alpecin shampoo. Other users suggested treatments like Nizoral shampoo, Aldactone, and supplements for hair loss.
Stopping sawpalmetto and rosemary oil led to significant hair loss for a long-term finasteride user. Resuming sawpalmetto caused side effects, and there is debate about its effectiveness and the potential impact of oxycodone on hair loss.
A 17-year-old is considering using sawpalmetto for hair loss until they can get finasteride, while currently using minoxidil and ketoconazole. Users suggest that sawpalmetto is weak, and recommend continuing minoxidil and ketoconazole until finasteride is available.
A user experienced hair shedding despite using natural remedies but saw improvement with topical finasteride and oral minoxidil. After stopping supplements like sawpalmetto and pumpkin seed oil, shedding resumed, but combining them again with finasteride and minoxidil reduced shedding.
The user is exploring topical SawPalmetto as a milder alternative to microdosing topical Finasteride for hair loss, aiming to minimize systemic DHT impact. They plan to experiment with this herbal remedy for a year to assess its effectiveness on their mild androgenetic alopecia without significant side effects.
Topical sawpalmetto is discussed as a mild anti-androgen for hair growth, with some users combining it with other treatments like spironolactone and ketoconazole shampoo. Users share mixed experiences, with some not noticing regrowth and others hopeful for positive results.
The conversation is about determining which type of SawPalmetto, either Chamaerops humilis or Serenoa repens, is effective for inhibiting the 5 alpha reductase enzyme related to hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Zinc picolinate and sawpalmetto may lower DHT but are less effective than finasteride. Finasteride and minoxidil are preferred treatments, with ketoconazole shampoo as a suggested addition.
The conversation discusses using sawpalmetto oil to reduce hair loss, with the user reporting decreased shedding but no regrowth yet. The user plans to try minoxidil and finasteride, noting previous success with minoxidil but concerns about its greasiness.
The conversation is about recommending a biotin supplement that includes sawpalmetto and possibly copper for hair loss. The user is seeking suggestions for these specific ingredients.
A 21-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is considering using finasteride and minoxidil after tolerating sawpalmetto without side effects. They are concerned about the impact of alcohol and nicotine on hair health and are contemplating quitting these habits.
The conversation is about using topical sawpalmetto for hair loss, with some users suggesting it is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride. The original poster is considering sawpalmetto with dermarolling and specific shampoos, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about systemic effects.
The user replaced finasteride with sawpalmetto due to availability issues and experienced side effects, leading to adjustments in their regimen. They use sawpalmetto, minoxidil, Nizoral, and a dermaroller, reporting reduced side effects and some benefits, with hair fall ranging from 5 to 20 hairs daily.
Supplements like sawpalmetto or pumpkin seed oil may target the remaining 10% of DHT not affected by Dutasteride. Users discuss whether these supplements are beneficial when already using Dutasteride.
The user is considering topical SawPalmetto or Pumpkin Seed Oil due to sensitivity to finasteride and cost issues. They also use dermastamping for Minoxidil absorption and seek advice on timing to avoid systemic absorption.
A 24-year-old male experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding recently started using rosemary and castor oil, microneedling, and an anti-dandruff shampoo. He is considering adding SawPalmetto and seeks recommendations for a good shampoo.
The user takes 1 mg finasteride three times a week, topical minoxidil daily, and SawPalmetto both topically and orally on non-finasteride days. They recently added 1 g of pumpkin seed oil daily to improve hair thickness and are seeking advice on dosing and cycling SawPalmetto.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using sawpalmetto (800 mg daily), a derma roller (0.5 mm twice a week), rosemary oil, and a multivitamin. The user mentions using Bliss Pharma's sawpalmetto supplement.
The conversation is about whether SawPalmetto, which has similar but less potent effects to Finasteride, could cause the same side effects due to lowering DHT levels. The user is considering oral SawPalmetto as an alternative to Finasteride for hair loss treatment.
The conversation is about finding the best quality and price for a sawpalmetto supplement for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
A user is using minoxidil for hair loss and considering adding finasteride but their dermatologist advised waiting to see if minoxidil works alone. They are thinking about taking sawpalmetto (serenoa repens) and biotin as alternatives and are asking for others' experiences and potential side effects.
The user is seeking recommendations for topical sawpalmetto and pumpkin seed oil products to treat early male pattern baldness and is considering different options available online. They are specifically asking which sawpalmetto product to choose between two provided links.
The conversation discusses using GHK-Cu, C60, and sawpalmetto oil as treatments for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 (RU).
The user experienced severe side effects from overdosing on sawpalmetto and is considering starting a low dose of finasteride for hair loss, despite concerns about similar side effects. Most responses advise against using finasteride due to potential risks, suggesting consulting a doctor and addressing underlying health issues first.
The user experienced a significant drop in libido and energy after taking sawpalmetto, which they believe caused these changes. They are seeking advice and reassurance, with some users suggesting that the effects may not be permanent and could improve over time with a healthy lifestyle.
The user shared impressive hair growth results after 100 days using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and sawpalmetto, and plans to get a hair transplant. The conversation includes suggestions for additional treatments like ketoconazole and derma stamping, and discussions about potential side effects of finasteride.