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GlossaryEthanol Extract

solution derived by dissolving compounds in ethanol

An Ethanol Extract, also known as an Ethanolic Extract or Alcohol Extract, is a solution obtained by using ethanol (a type of alcohol) to dissolve and extract specific compounds from a plant or other biological material. This method is commonly used in herbal medicine and research to isolate active ingredients, such as antioxidants or anti-inflammatory agents, which can then be used for various applications, including treatments for conditions like alopecia.

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community SAFFLOWER OIL good alternative for Minoxidil?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 4 years ago

Safflower oil is suggested as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth, with benefits including scalp conditioning and hair strength enhancement. Studies indicate it may also reverse scalp dermatitis, alopecia, and prevent premature grayness.

community Methionine? Glycine?

6 upvotes 8 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits and risks of using Methionine and Glycine for hair loss, with concerns about cancer risk if not balanced properly. The user seeks opinions on these amino acids for hair health and overall benefits.

community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

20 upvotes 5 years ago

Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.

community Helicobacter's concocted serum v1

7 upvotes 5 years ago

A custom-made serum based on double-blind studies for AGA, which includes natural ingredients such as rosemary oil, procyanidin B-2, saw palmetto extract, curcuma aeruginosa, pumpkin seed oil and castor oil. The user has updated their recipe to include apple poly procyanidin B-2 4% concentration and other ingredients before topping it off with Pura d'or serum.

community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker

in Research/Science 65 upvotes 10 months ago

Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.

community Hair Regrowth with Novel Hemp Extract - anyone seen this??

in Research/Science 18 upvotes 3 months ago

A user discusses a novel hemp extract for hair regrowth, which showed superior results to finasteride and minoxidil. The formula includes CBD, CBDV, THCV, delta 9 THC, cannabigerol, and cannabinol, combined with menthol, peppermint oil, ethanol, Emu oil, HFA 134A propellant, and dimethicone.

community Creating Your Own Topicals: A Guide

in Research/Science 68 upvotes 1 year ago

Creating a carrier solution for topical hair loss treatments using ethanol, propylene glycol or glycerin, and instructions on creating topical finasteride. Different recipes are provided with varying ratios of alcohol to humectant.

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in Treatment 6 upvotes 4 months ago

A user is considering using 70% isopropyl alcohol with glycerin as a carrier for topical finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about its safety compared to ethanol. They are unsure where to buy ethanol without toxic methanol.

community My Hair Loss Journey: How I'm Fighting to Get My Hair Back in 2023

in Treatment 6 upvotes 1 year ago

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community How to make topical melatonin?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 7 months ago

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community Topical Saw Palmetto: An Alternative to Microdosing Topical Finasteride?

in Product 16 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is exploring topical Saw Palmetto as a milder alternative to microdosing topical Finasteride for hair loss, aiming to minimize systemic DHT impact. They plan to experiment with this herbal remedy for a year to assess its effectiveness on their mild androgenetic alopecia without significant side effects.

community Topical melatonin/cetirizine instructions

in Treatment 16 upvotes 1 year ago

User shares a topical hair loss solution using melatonin and cetirizine to help reduce shedding and itching. Instructions provided for creating and using the mixture, with additional lifestyle tips for overall hair health.

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in Treatment 7 upvotes 3 years ago

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community Procyanidin B2 Supplement

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 3 years ago

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in Treatment 22 upvotes 4 years ago

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in Minoxidil 27 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the risks and methods of ingesting liquid minoxidil for hair loss. Concerns include dosing accuracy, safety of ingredients, and potential side effects compared to using oral minoxidil tablets.

community Help! I want to add Topical 1% Cetirizine to my super stack.

in Treatment 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about someone considering adding topical Cetirizine 1% to their existing hair loss treatment regimen and seeking advice on where to buy it and others' experiences with it.

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in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses DHT blocking treatments for hair loss, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, Finasteride, and organic flaxseed oil containing omega-3 fatty acids. It highlights skepticism about alternative treatments and emphasizes the proven effectiveness of Finasteride and Dutasteride.

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in Research/Science 64 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced hair regrowth after eliminating scalp itch with RU58841. Others discussed itch and hair loss connection, and effectiveness of combining RU58841 with 5AR inhibitors.

community What About Phytosterol Alternatives - Rice Bran Oil - Natural DHT Blockers

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 6 months ago

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in Treatment 336 upvotes 8 months ago

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in Research/Science 735 upvotes 2 years ago

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community 5 Months Finasteride + Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 676 upvotes 2 years ago

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in Microneedling 289 upvotes 2 years ago

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in Treatment 77 upvotes 2 years ago

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in Microneedling 100 upvotes 8 months ago

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in Finasteride/Dutasteride 86 upvotes 11 months ago

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community Why don't more people here use oils?

in Treatment 22 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses using oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, and grape seed oil for hair regrowth, claiming they can be as effective as finasteride or minoxidil without side effects. Some users remain skeptical and prefer proven treatments like minoxidil.