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      community Oral topical minoxidil - a recipe

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user in Poland created a homemade "oral topical minoxidil" using 2% topical minoxidil, propylene glycol, and vodka due to difficulty obtaining oral minoxidil. They shared a recipe and sought feedback, emphasizing caution and safety in dosing.

      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 Minoxidil not working anymore..

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male has been using minoxidil for 2 years but is seeing worsening results. He is seeking alternative treatments, avoiding finasteride due to side effects, and finds rosemary and argan oil ineffective.

      community Great News! Hair Growth Treatment will be smooth in the future

      in Research/Science  179 upvotes 7 months ago
      Oleic acid, microneedling, and emu oil are discussed as potential hair growth treatments, with some users expressing skepticism about their effectiveness. Minoxidil and finasteride are recommended as current reliable treatments until more proven solutions are available.

      community Notice any progress?

      in Question  5 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 23-year-old is using finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, a dermapen, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil for hair loss treatment. They are seeking feedback on their progress.

      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 Has anyone tried this brand for ru?

      in Product  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing hair shedding after using a brand of RU58841, questioning its effectiveness and safety. Concerns are raised about RU58841 being an abandoned research chemical and the use of heavy oils like castor and argan oil potentially affecting absorption.

      community Hims topical min/fin spray vs serum

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone switching from a hair loss treatment spray with alcohol and propylene glycol to a serum with essential oils, questioning the absorption and effectiveness of the new product. The spray and serum both contain 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil.

      community Has anyone tried those aliexp product ?

      in Product 3 months ago
      The conversation is about exploring additional hair loss treatments, with suggestions including topical melatonin, caffeine-based shampoos, redensyl, copper-peptides, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, ketoconazole shampoo, and fluridil. Caution is advised against using products from AliExpress and Temu due to potential safety concerns.

      community Clinical efficacy of popular oral supplements for AA

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      Vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, zinc, and iron may aid hair growth, especially in cases of deficiency. Pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, horsetail, and AminoMar show some promise for improving hair health and count.

      community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.

      community Shedding from hair oil usage during showering?

      in Product  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      Using a mix of castor, rosemary, and peppermint oils may cause increased hair shedding during washing, possibly due to the need for more rigorous cleaning. The user experiences no irritation but notices more hair fall when using these oils.

      community Combine minoxidil, tazarotene, lumigan

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      Combining minoxidil 5%, tazarotene 0.1% cream, and lumigan for hair loss treatment is discussed. The conversation focuses on the safety and effectiveness of using these treatments together.

      community What do you think about this galenic lotion by my trichologist?

      in Hair Systems  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discusses a galenic hair lotion containing progesterone, estradiol, cyproterone, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine pheniramine, which has effectively stopped their hair loss over two years. They are curious about the compatibility of finasteride with the lotion's components and note that their trichologist has successfully used minoxidil and finasteride in similar treatments for others.

      community Minokem-N cotains hydrocortisone?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minokem-N's composition is unclear, with concerns about unlisted hydrocortisone. Users discuss alternatives like AloATM, which lacks soothing agents, and the challenges of verifying ingredients.

      community How do you guys apply oils to your hair?

      in Question  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Applying oils like coconut, jojoba, and castor to hair, with methods including mixing oils and using them overnight or in a spray bottle for scalp and hair health. Users share their specific oil ratios and application techniques to avoid excessive thickness and maintain hair health.

      community Does anyone compound their own fin topicals?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 years ago
      The conversation is about a person considering making their own topical finasteride to avoid side effects from oral use. They discuss potential methods and ingredients, including cayenne pepper extract, rosemary, and coconut oil, and seek advice on effectiveness and alternatives like light therapy or dermarolling.

      community What am I supposed to do with castor oil?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      User is using rosemary oil and castor oil for hair loss, alongside 1mg finasteride for the past 7 months. They find castor oil difficult to apply due to its thick texture and are seeking advice on whether to dilute it.

      community Rosemary+finasteride+oral minoxidil =?

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using rosemary oil, finasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. Rosemary oil's effectiveness is debated, but it may improve scalp blood flow and hair appearance.

      community Rosemary Oil experiment 4 months in

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user experimented with applying pure rosemary oil to a single hair strand twice daily, observing increased thickness and pigmentation, but questioned if the oil or the application method caused the change. Some users noted rosemary oil might be as effective as 2% minoxidil for hair growth, though others warned about potential harm from using undiluted oil.

      community Any experience with Laduora massage brush

      in Technology  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of the Laduora duo massage brush for hair regrowth using vibration and red light, and whether the vitamin gel pods make sense. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are not mentioned.

      community Been doing daily 3% topical peppermint oil for 6+ months (never used minoxidil). Have had growth that seems as good as minoxidil. Might strenghten the idea that peppermint is a good low-cost treatment, that potentially works by another route than minoxidil.

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, nizoral, microneedling, and recently added 3% peppermint oil to their hair loss treatment, experiencing regrowth similar to minoxidil. They suggest peppermint oil as a potentially effective, low-cost alternative or addition to minoxidil, with the added benefit of a pleasant smell and ease of use.

      community I have been applying undiluted, pure 100% peppermint oil to my scalp, 2.5ml a day as an experiment

      in Treatment  90 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.