Using essential oils as well as minoxidil? Minoxidil 3/8/2018
The conversation is about using a blend of coconut oil, peppermint oil, and rosemary oil with minoxidil for hair loss, and whether it's safe to apply this blend after microneedling.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Anyone here going the βnaturalβ route?
People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.
community Have people with aggressive balding genetics genuinely had any results after applying any natural remedies ie:rosemary oil,coconut oil,Onion Juice etc
Natural remedies like rosemary oil, coconut oil, and onion juice are generally seen as less effective compared to medical treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some users believe natural oils can help, but modern medicine is often more reliable.
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.
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 Scientific evidence for Peppermint & Rosemary oils + My Experience
Natural treatments for hair loss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.
community Progress? You decide: ~4 months needling, 3 weeks Morr-F (topical fin)
The user reported using Morr-F (topical finasteride and minoxidil), microneedling, castor and coconut oil, rosemary oil, and various supplements. They observed some hair regrowth, particularly fine hair on the crown and hairline, after four months of needling and three weeks of Morr-F.
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