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    Glossaryessential oils (Actifolic)

    concentrated plant extracts used to promote hair health

    Essential oils in the context of Actifolic refer to concentrated plant extracts that are used in hair care products to promote hair health and potentially stimulate hair growth. These oils, such as rosemary, peppermint, and lavender, contain bioactive compounds that can improve scalp circulation, reduce inflammation, and provide antimicrobial benefits, which may help in managing conditions like alopecia.

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      community Actifolic RU58841 with octopirox?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes   2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using RU58841 with octopirox or essential oils for hair loss treatment. The user is seeking advice on which variation to try.

      community Ru 58841 and essential oils question

      in Treatment  3 upvotes   3 years ago
      The user discusses using essential oils like peppermint, rosemary, tea tree, and lavender to improve hair thickness and seborrheic dermatitis. They plan to add RU58841 to their routine and seek advice on using it alongside the essential oils without interference.

      community Pyrilutamide 2 months update(with pics )

      in Is this regrowth?  27 upvotes   1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of Pyrilutamide on hair growth after two months, with one person noting that while new hair regrowth isn't apparent, existing hair appears longer and thicker.

      community Pyrilutamide 3 weeks update once a day

      in Progress Pictures  33 upvotes   1 year ago
      User shared 3-week progress using Pyrilutamide once a day for hair loss. Another user shared their 3-month progress with 0.25% concentration Pyrilutamide, experiencing rollback of 4 years in 3 months.

      community Essential Oils shampoo - My 1st experiment

      in Treatment  1 upvotes   1 month ago
      A user shared their experience with a homemade essential oils shampoo for hair loss after stopping finasteride due to side effects. They reported healthier, shinier hair and new body hair growth but no scalp regrowth yet.

      community Rolling + Essential Oils - Please Help

      in Treatment  2 upvotes   5 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride (2mg daily) to halt hair loss and is considering dermarolling with essential oils (Rosemary, Thyme, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Lavender, Jojoba) to restore the hairline. They are hesitant to use Minoxidil due to concerns about losing gains if they stop.

      community Using essential oils as well as minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes   6 years ago
      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.

      community Using Rosemary and other essential Oils

      in Product  8 upvotes   2 years ago
      The conversation discusses creating a mix of essential oils for hair regrowth, questioning the proper mix ratio for single or multiple oils. It also mentions using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment, alongside oils, shampoos, and microneedling to improve scalp conditions for hair regrowth.

      community Help Me I used too much essential oils.

      in Product  7 upvotes   9 months ago
      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.

      community Update on my Derma Roller and Essential Oils Experiment.

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes   2 years ago
      A user is experimenting with a hair loss treatment involving derma rolling and essential oils, avoiding expensive treatments and medications. They plan to shave their head, use a derma roller three times a week, apply Nizoral twice a week, and use a mix of Rosemary, Peppermint, and Jojoba Oil on non-rolling days.

      community Dermastamp only with carrier/essential oil blend

      in Microneedling  16 upvotes   1 year ago
      A user is documenting their natural approach to treating a receding hairline using a dermastamp, essential oils (rosemary oil at 3% dilution with pumpkin seed oil), a multivitamin with vitamin D, and daily collagen shakes. They acknowledge the common recommendations of minoxidil and finasteride but prefer to test natural methods and share their results.

      community Any young women losing hair that have tried microneedling and oils?

      in Microneedling  31 upvotes   4 years ago
      A 25-year-old woman is experiencing hair loss and has started microneedling with a 0.5mm roller, applying a mix of essential oils overnight. She questions whether to switch to a 1.5mm roller and the best order for her routine, while a reply suggests using Minoxidil for better results.

      community Microneedling only with rosemary

      in Microneedling   2 months ago
      A user asked if microneedling, massages, and essential oils can prevent further hair loss in the crown area without using drugs. The response indicated that without a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor, hair loss will likely continue.

      community Hims topical min/fin spray vs serum

      in Treatment  7 upvotes   4 months ago
      The conversation is about someone switching from a hair loss treatment spray with alcohol and propylene glycol to a serum with essential oils, questioning the absorption and effectiveness of the new product. The spray and serum both contain 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil.

      community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

      in Scalp Massage  48 upvotes   1 year 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.

      community Is a topical serum as effective as a topical spray?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes   4 days ago
      The post discusses whether a topical serum with 0.3% finasteride, 6% minoxidil, and essential oils is as effective as a spray with the same concentrations but different ingredients for scalp absorption. The user is seeking advice on which formulation absorbs better into the scalp.

      community Can’t tell if my hair is growing or not.

      in Is this regrowth?  39 upvotes   10 months ago
      The user has been treating their hair loss with oral Minoxidil, Dutasteride twice a week, daily head massages, a mix of essential oils, and one round of Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP). They stopped micro-needling due to hair loss, and are seeking advice on their progress, with responses suggesting continued treatment, potential hair transplant, and resuming micro-needling.

      community What’s your nuclear protocol???

      in Chat  20 upvotes   1 year ago
      People discussed their intense hair loss treatments, including the use of dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, tretinoin, essential oils, microneedling, and various topical sprays. Some users reported success with these methods in preventing hair loss and stimulating hair growth.

      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 Would this be worth checking out?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes   1 year ago
      A user shared a homemade hair loss treatment spray containing minoxidil, Japanese Sato Arovis, essential oils, and isopropyl alcohol, used alongside microneedling. They experienced initial shedding followed by strong hair regrowth after five months of use.

      community Being realistic with expectations

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes   2 years ago
      User tried finasteride, minoxidil, redensyl solution, PRP sessions, essential oils, diet, exercise, and microneedling for hair loss. Experienced slight regrowth, reduced hair fall, and stopped hairline receding; advises realistic expectations and considering regrowth as a bonus.

      community The treatment paradox: Start your treatment and get the fuck off of this subreddit

      in Chat  117 upvotes   3 years ago
      The conversation emphasizes the importance of starting hair loss treatment early, using options like minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, essential oils, and dermarolling, and encourages leaving the hair loss subreddit once treatment begins to avoid stress and obsession. Users shared personal success with finasteride and the motivation to start treatment to prevent future regret.