What do people think about using a castor oil pack on thinning hair? It is ant-inflammatory has a lot of vitamins and fatty acids..
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    Castor oil is being considered for hair thinning, with some users noting it may prevent hair breakage but not affect DHT-related hair loss. Some users report mixed results, with one mentioning increased body hair growth from oral consumption.
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