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    GlossaryNigella sativa (black seed)

    flowering plant known for seeds with medicinal properties

    Nigella sativa, commonly known as black seed or black cumin, is a flowering plant whose seeds have been used for centuries in traditional medicine. The seeds are known for their potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties, and are sometimes used in the treatment of conditions like alopecia to promote hair growth and scalp health.

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      community Black seed oil having gunk in it

      in Product  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      User noticed gunk in their black seed oil for hair growth and is concerned it might be bacteria. They are considering whether to throw it away.

      community The "DHT" itch myth - it's more complicated

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user found that scalp itch might be linked to inflammation rather than DHT alone and noticed hair improvement with certain cancer drugs. They also discovered that black seed oil relieved their scalp itch and are experimenting with a mix of essential oils for dry scalp, questioning if oils affect minoxidil absorption.

      community Progress pictures - Minoxidil 5%

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their experience with Minoxidil 5%, reporting hair regrowth during use but significant hair loss after stopping. They resumed treatment and regained hair, noting that discontinuation leads to rapid hair loss and that scalp dryness was managed with oil.

      community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

      in Scalp Massage  48 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.