Natural hair loss holy grail? Looks good to me. Product 5/12/2025
The conversation discusses using natural alternatives like saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, pygeum, and nettle extract for hair loss, alongside treatments like nizoral, dermastamp, red light, and rosemary oil. Opinions vary, with some users skeptical about the effectiveness compared to finasteride, and concerns about potential side effects.
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