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GlossaryGreen Tea Extract (Green tea polyphenols)

concentrated form of green tea's bioactive compounds, rich in antioxidants

Green Tea Extract (GTE) is a concentrated form of the bioactive compounds found in green tea leaves, primarily rich in antioxidants known as polyphenols, particularly catechins like EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate). It is often used in supplements and skincare products for its potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic, and hair growth-promoting properties.

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community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

19 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 DHT blocking ingredients

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.

community One month green tea, saw palmetto, horsetail and zinc supplement.

in Is this regrowth? 3 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation discusses using green tea, saw palmetto, horsetail, and zinc supplements for hair regrowth. One user criticizes the avoidance of finasteride.

community Let's talk about green tea

8 upvotes 10 years ago

The conversation is about using green tea and Nizoral for hair loss. The user noticed reduced shedding after drinking green tea and using castor oil.

community What's the exact relation with green tea and dht?

in Chat 9 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about the effects of green tea on DHT levels and its impact on hair loss. It concludes that natural remedies like green tea are less effective than hair loss drugs such as Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community According to this study, drinking green tea might make things worse?

in Research/Science 5 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses whether drinking green tea affects hair loss, with one user concerned it might increase DHT levels. The user is already using finasteride and wants to ensure green tea doesn't hinder progress.

community Why did hair started growing on my neck after taking a mix of saw palmetto, green tea, horsetail and biotin? Is it a good sign?

in Is this regrowth? 3 months ago

A user experienced hair growth on their neck after taking saw palmetto, green tea, horsetail, and biotin. They are curious if this is a good sign and why it happened.

community 5 month results on natural protocol, i made a post after 3 mont of treatment wich you can find in my profile. I used different massages(detumescence therapy, wooden brush, tom hagerty exercises)vitamins(d3,fish oil, biotin,msm, magnesium) drank green tea and ate pumpkin seeds( reduces dht)

in Is this regrowth? 151 upvotes 1 year ago

The user "Zealousideal-Pack340" shared their 5-month results on a natural hair loss treatment protocol, which included massages, vitamins, green tea, and pumpkin seeds. Some users suggested using medications like finasteride and minoxidil for better results, while others criticized the effectiveness of natural remedies. Overall, there was no clear consensus on the progress of the user's hair regrowth.

community Have you tried putting unconventional things on to your scalp ?

in Technology 3 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about trying unconventional treatments for hair loss, such as green tea, coffee, cocoa, multivitamin pills, red wine, onion, honey, herbs, and hydrogen peroxide. The user is seeking feedback on these methods to avoid ineffective ones.

community anybody actually got botox on their scalp and had success?

in Treatment 8 upvotes 3 years ago

The user is considering Botox for scalp hair loss and currently uses finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and green tea extract. They seek information on potential risks and effectiveness.

community Natural remedies in conjunction with fin?

in Chat 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The user has been on finasteride for 16 months and is considering natural remedies like peppermint oil, rosemary oil, saw palmetto, green tea extract, l-lysine, and oral castor oil to enhance hair growth in addition to finasteride. They are interested in the potential benefits of combining these natural treatments with finasteride to improve hair loss outcomes.

community My DHT-blocking protocol, I'm exited!

6 upvotes 5 years ago

The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen using saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil extract, EGCG (green tea) extract, grape seed oil extract, rosemary oil extract, and Zix. The user plans to use these DHT-blockers and 5AR inhibitors for six months and report the results.

community Month and a half on Fin update

in Finasteride 7 upvotes 6 years ago

User experienced dizziness on 1.25 mg of finasteride, reduced to 0.75 mg and felt better. They also use zinc, B complex, green tea extract, derma roll with caster oil, and nizol shampoo.

community anything to add to my regime?

in Advice 4 years ago

The conversation is about a hair loss treatment regimen that includes finasteride, dutasteride, oral minoxidil, Dermapen, quercetin, N-acetyl L-cysteine, biotin, millet seed extract, MSM, OPC, green tea extract, high-dose vitamins B1-B12, boron, and silica. The user is seeking advice on additional treatments.

community What do you think about drinking spearmint tea while on finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago

The user is concerned that drinking spearmint tea while on finasteride might harm sperm count, mobility, and testosterone levels, despite seeing positive effects on hair. They seek advice on whether to continue or stop the tea.

community Stem Cells May Get Rid Of Balding FOREVER!

in Technology 7 upvotes 4 months ago

Stem cell therapy shows promise in treating hair loss by mimicking DHT-resistant cells from the back of the head. Traditional treatments like finasteride are also discussed, but stem cells could potentially offer a more permanent solution.

community This sub is very toxic towards people who don’t blindly follow the fin mafia

in Treatment 226 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.

community Can iron or other vitamin deficiency lead to a decrease in hair diameter? Or does this only occur in androgenetic alopecia?

in Chat 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Iron or vitamin deficiencies can lead to decreased hair diameter, not just androgenetic alopecia. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community my own advise on what has worked for me

in Chat 15 upvotes 3 years ago

The user recommends washing hair twice daily with glycerin soap, using finasteride and minoxidil, avoiding cigarettes and alcohol, and maintaining a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. They claim these methods have significantly improved their hair health over 25 years.

community 1 Year Progress Pic: Fin/Min/Micro/Alfatradiol + Vitamins (Male, 44yo)

in Progress Pictures 7 upvotes 3 years ago

User shared 1-year progress of hair growth using Fin, Min, Micro, Alfatradiol, and vitamins. Photos show improved hairline and increased grays.

community Creating the Holy Grail Hair Loss Topical

1 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation is about creating a natural hair loss topical using ingredients like cetirizine, Zinc Sulphate Heptahydrate, Safflower Extract, Ricinoleic Acid, and others. The user is seeking input and collaboration on this topical formula.

community 4 months on 2.5 mg OM, no improvement

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 1 year ago

After 4 months on oral minoxidil with no significant hair regrowth, a user is frustrated and considering alternative treatments since they can't take finasteride due to side effects. Suggestions include natural DHT blockers, lifestyle changes, and other hair care tips.

community Starting Fin soon. Wish me luck

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 2 months ago

A 19-year-old with NW2-2.5 hair loss is starting finasteride soon, considering low dosages of 0.25mg daily or 0.5mg 3-5 times a week. They are also using derma stamping, ketoconazole shampoo, ACV washes, and various oils to maintain hair quality and reduce scalp itch.

community Is it true if you have inflammation on scalp meds won’t work?

in Chat 11 upvotes 5 months ago

Inflammation on the scalp can hinder hair regrowth and the effectiveness of treatments. The user is using ketoconazole shampoo, Selsun Blue, finasteride, and oral minoxidil.

community Is this regrowth? Minox, lumigan, needles, keto

in Is this regrowth? 9 months ago

The user is asking if they are experiencing hair regrowth while using a treatment regimen that includes hair regrowth gel with castor oil, minoxidil 5% with latanoprost, dermastamping once a week, ketoconazole shampoo, and nizoral cream. They have shared photos after applying these treatments.

community 10 month update, natural treatment results.

in Progress Pictures 11 upvotes 11 months ago

The post and conversation are about a user's 10-month update on natural hair loss treatment, with mixed feedback on its effectiveness. Some suggest using finasteride and minoxidil for better results.

community On Minoxidil once a day/microneedling once a week

in Progress Pictures 137 upvotes 1 year ago

User started minoxidil and microneedling for hair growth and saw amazing results, but recently experienced hair thinning again. Others suggest adding finasteride, but user is hesitant and has difficulty obtaining it.

community Give me courage, friends! / Is finasteride response correlated with aggressiveness of hair loss?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using topical finasteride for seven months and minoxidil for three years, with added tretinoin gel for ten months, and is experiencing continuous shedding without signs of regrowth. They are questioning if the amount of shedding is normal at this stage of treatment and if there's a correlation between finasteride response and the rate of hair loss.

community Pyrilutamide - your experience?

in Product 12 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about the lack of improvement in hair loss after using Pyrilutamide for 14 weeks, with the original poster unable to use Finasteride due to depression. Replies suggest that Pyrilutamide, like RU58841, may not work for everyone, and a more potent drug is being developed by Kintor.

community My Hairline journey. The first photo taken is the day I took the pill. No date specific just know I’ve been on finasteride 22 months. 2 years November 14th. ASK ANYTHING. Oh yeah started minoxidil a year later. Once every day or every other day super inconsistent and never really use 1ml, maybe half

in Progress Pictures 326 upvotes 2 years ago

. Fin from Inhouse This user has been taking finasteride for 22 months and minoxidil for 1 year to reduce hair loss, with apparent success; they have also avoided tight cornrow hairstyles to further protect their hairline.