Has anyone here tried Onion juice + coconut oil/lavender oil/other items for treating hair loss and possibly regrowing hair? 6/20/2020
The conversation discusses using onion juice and coconut oil for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Minoxidil and finasteride are suggested as more reliable treatments.
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