Anything you use without scientific backing, just trusting your gut? Research/Science 12/15/2022
The conversation discusses using peppermint oil for hair loss, with one user applying it undiluted to the scalp and another combining it with finasteride and microneedling. Some believe in its effectiveness despite limited scientific evidence, and also mention rosemary oil as potentially beneficial.
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community Has anyone had any real success combining oils such as peppermint, rosemary, castor, etc.?
The conversation is about someone using minoxidil, low-dose aspirin, and LLLT for hair loss, finding microneedling painful, considering topical finasteride, and feeling frustrated enough to think about shaving their head. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of combining oils like peppermint, rosemary, and castor for hair loss treatment.
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The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.
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community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.
A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.
community Have people with aggressive balding genetics genuinely had any results after applying any natural remedies ie:rosemary oil,coconut oil,Onion Juice etc
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