Looking to incorporate castor oil into my routine. Advice? 4/16/2019
The conversation discusses incorporating castor oil into a hair loss routine, specifically in combination with minoxidil. Users share experiences on application timing and methods, such as using castor oil after dermarolling.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity New update: progress pics, stack (shedding i believe has stopped)anyone gone through this?
The user "OP" shared their hair loss journey, detailing their treatment regimen, which includes topical minoxidil, dutasteride, various vitamins, keto shampoo, derma rolling, and oils. They experienced significant shedding around month 6 but believe it has stopped, with hair regrowth resuming.
community I cry every day, everything is very depressing
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community How, when do you apply castor oil when using with Minoxidil?
Applying castor oil with Minoxidil for hair care. Users suggest using castor oil as a moisturizer, either before showering or when the scalp is dry.
community 3 months 0.25% Finasteride + 5% Minoxidil [Foam]
OP saw impressive hair regrowth using 0.25% Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil foam after trying dermarolling and castor oil with no success. OP asks for advice and questions the necessity of dermarolling.
community 2 and 1/2 Months Oral minoxidil Progress (And castor oil & dutasteride ) And a question regarding new doses
The user shared progress on hair loss treatment using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and castor oil, noting no side effects and considering adjusting minoxidil dosage. They also discussed the potential benefits of microneedling for hair growth.
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