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    GlossaryHerbal Medicine (Herbal Remedies)

    using plant-based substances for therapeutic health benefits

    Herbal Medicine, also known as Herbal Remedies or Phytotherapy, involves using plant-based substances for their therapeutic properties to prevent, alleviate, or cure various health conditions. This practice relies on the medicinal properties of different parts of plants, such as leaves, roots, flowers, and seeds, and is often integrated into traditional and modern medical practices.

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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 What to do... what to do...

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A mid-30s individual is experiencing hair loss at the front and temples but not the crown, and is seeking affordable treatments. They have ordered pumpkin seed oil capsules due to cost and side effects concerns with official treatments.

      community ~1 year using rosemary shampoo (trigger warning)

      in Progress Pictures  158 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Fin fuckbois to ascended masters

      in Satire  272 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, red light therapy, and biotin pills. The most proven treatments are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling, while other methods are considered less effective or satirical.

      community Does finasteride/dutasteride reverse aging?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.

      community questions for the pyrilutamide users here

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the storage and use of pyrilutamide for hair loss, where one user advises against keeping it in the freezer as it may crystallize the active compounds.

      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 Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.

      in Treatment  55 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.

      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.

      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 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.

      community Can I add rosemary oil to my hair lotion?

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user asked if adding rosemary oil to a herbal hair lotion would be beneficial for preventing future hair loss and maintaining hair health. The lotion already contains various ingredients like seed extracts, proteins, and vitamins.

      community Shampoo recommendations for dandruff removal.

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experiences increased dandruff from daily use of minoxidil and finasteride, and seeks shampoo recommendations for an oily scalp that can address dandruff and aid hair restoration. They found Anaphase and an Indian herbal shampoo ineffective.

      community How to mix Viagra for topical application?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about experimenting with topical Viagra or Cialis for hair loss, including methods for dissolving the tablets. The user is also using herbal oil massages and considering using Ethanol/Propylene Glycol for better dissolution.

      community hair loss treatment alternatives and ideas to improve gain

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and a dermaroller for hair loss, along with spearmint capsules, pueraria mirifica, saw palmetto, biotin, and vitamins. The user is also considering microdosing finasteride with trans treatment and mentions the potential of herbal enemas and hair systems.

      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 HAHAHAHHAHA WTF DUDE I CAN’t even escape hairloss for like an hour , just hoped on league to witness this , btw “Finasteride 5mg”totally carried the game i hope the actual drug carries us too.😂

      in Chat  828 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation jokes about hair loss treatments, mentioning finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and rosemary oil as if they were players in a game. Some users also discuss the use of finasteride for prostate issues and the possibility of splitting the dose.

      community Tropical growth stimulants other than minoxidil

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses alternative hair growth treatments to minoxidil, including Stemoxydine, Tretinoin, adenosine, Baicalin, castor oil, Latanoprost/bimatoprost, and Redensyl. Users share their experiences and opinions on the efficacy of these treatments.

      community Keto 2% halted my insane shed immediately

      in Ketoconazole  57 upvotes 8 months ago
      Ketoconazole 2% shampoo stopped a user's severe hair shedding after just two uses, a result not achieved by finasteride or oral minoxidil. Some users suggest the shampoo's anti-androgenic properties may help with hair loss, while others think the shedding might have stopped naturally or due to the end of a shedding phase.

      community Best brand of topical melatonin?

      in Product  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      People are using topical melatonin for diffuse thinning and retrograde alopecia. They are discussing the best brands and application methods.

      community Recommendations for topical saw palmetto / pumpkin seed oil product

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is seeking recommendations for topical saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil products to treat early male pattern baldness and is considering different options available online. They are specifically asking which saw palmetto product to choose between two provided links.

      community I put together a list/routine of some of the most successful dermaroller stories and combined the most common techniques they use including videos. What do you think?

      in Question  67 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss treatment routine that includes using a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week, applying 5% Minoxidil twice daily, taking 1mg Finasteride, and Biotin supplements. It also includes warnings about the potential risks of applying Minoxidil immediately after dermarolling and instructions for cleaning the dermaroller.

      community Panax Ginseng is effective against hair loss

       41 upvotes 5 years ago
      Panax Ginseng is suggested as effective against hair loss, with a recommended dose of 400-500mg/day. Users discuss its efficacy and side effects, with some noting no changes and others mentioning insomnia and other side effects.

      community Best Shampoos/Hair Styling Products for Thinning Hair (Male)

       9 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user is seeking advice on shampoos and hair styling products to slow down hair thinning and avoid harmful chemicals. They currently use a biotin and collagen shampoo and are considering alternatives like wax or oils instead of gel.

      community can saw palmetto help me even a little bit (17m)

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 17-year-old is considering using saw palmetto for hair loss until they can get finasteride, while currently using minoxidil and ketoconazole. Users suggest that saw palmetto is weak, and recommend continuing minoxidil and ketoconazole until finasteride is available.

      community How much difference hair fibers and mousse make

      in Styling  1459 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user applies Rogaine foam, Toppik hair fibers, and Tresemme mousse to improve hair appearance and has restarted finasteride after a year off. They are considering a hair transplant and are working on self-esteem related to hair loss.
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