Formulation and Evaluation of Hair Growth Enhancing Effects of Oleogels Made from Rosemary and Cedarwood Oils

A user is seeking a recipe to create a topical solution using Minoxidil tablets, rosemary, peppermint, and possibly coconut oil. They are asking for specific amounts and mixing instructions.

Rosemary and peppermint oils are suggested as natural alternatives to minoxidil for hair growth, with added benefits for skin health. Some users report positive results, though there is debate about their effectiveness compared to minoxidil.

The conversation discusses using rosemary oil, finasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. Rosemary oil's effectiveness is debated, but it may improve scalp blood flow and hair appearance.

Mixing peppermint and rosemary oil with minoxidil improves hair growth. Users report positive results with this combination, using both liquid and foam forms of minoxidil.

Rosemary essential oil, particularly cineole, is considered by some to be beneficial for hair growth, though its effectiveness compared to minoxidil is debated. Finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo are recommended treatments, while oils like rosemary and peppermint are seen as supplementary for scalp health.

Switching from minoxidil to rosemary oil led to rapid hair shedding, but there are signs of new hair growth with the use of rosemary oil and a derma-roller. Users suggest that rosemary oil is less effective than minoxidil, and recommend trying a cheaper 2% minoxidil option.