learn Neem Oil
natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties
Search
forLearn
5 / 6 resultslearn Overview
learn Stemoxydine
chemical from L'Oreal that encourages hair to enter growth phase
learn Verteporfin
chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions
learn Dexpanthenol
precursor of vitamin B5 with hair stimulating effects
Research
5 / 1000+ results
research Growth of the Hair
Hair growth is cyclic and influenced mainly by local factors.
research Tumor Promotion in Skin: Are Active Oxygen Species Involved?
Active oxygen species might be involved in skin tumor growth, but their exact role is unclear.
research Activation of Transient Receptor Potential Vanilloid-3 Inhibits Human Hair Growth
Activating TRPV3 stops human hair growth.
research Revisiting Dandruff: Role of Malassezia Yeasts and Treatment Implications
Dandruff is mainly caused by a scalp reaction to yeast, can worsen hair loss, and antifungal treatments may help.
research Pathways to Inflammation: Acne Pathophysiology
Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.
Community Join
5 / 722 resultscommunity 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 Last Post Before I Switch Back to Finasteride From Dutasteride
The user plans to switch from dutasteride back to finasteride due to worsening hair loss, possibly due to increased scalp testosterone. Others report mixed results with both treatments, showing individual variability.
community Sharing my progress over the years, also some recent struggle on RU58841 and crazy shed.
Matt-3422 shared his hair loss treatment journey, starting with great results from Minoxidil and oral Finasteride, then switching to RU58841 and topical Finasteride due to worsening hair loss. He's experiencing scalp irritation and is unsure if he should continue with his current regimen, while others suggest scalp care and alternative treatments.
community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
community Help Me I used too much essential oils.
A user mixed peppermint, rosemary, and castor oil and applied it to their scalp, causing excessive hair shedding. They're concerned about permanent hair loss, while another user shared their experience of using undiluted rosemary oil without any major issues.