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GlossaryOil

natural sebum produced by sebaceous glands

Oil, in the context of hair and skin, refers to the natural sebum produced by sebaceous glands. Sebum is a lipid-rich substance that helps to moisturize and protect the hair and scalp, maintaining their health and preventing dryness. For professionals, understanding the balance of sebum production is crucial in diagnosing and treating conditions like dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and various forms of alopecia.

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community Which of these oils would you suggest as an add-on to finasteride, nizoral, and micro-needling?

in Product 3 years ago

The user is seeking advice on which hair growth oil to add to their current regimen of finasteride, Nizoral, and micro-needling. They are considering oils with ingredients like biotin, caffeine, castor oil, rosemary oil, hemp, coconut, olive, lavender, peppermint, aloe, horsetail, vitamin B5, rosehip seed, and algae.

community Hair Oils can be DANGEROUS and this is a case study. He lost all his hair.

in Treatment 7 upvotes 1 month ago

Hair oils can cause severe allergic reactions, as seen in Jermel Brown's case, leading to significant health issues and legal action for damages. Users discussed concerns about various hair oils, including Mielle and Kiehl's, with some experiencing hair loss and others using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride to address damage.

community treatment: oil your scalp, for dryness

in Treatment 3 months ago

A user asked if applying oil (olive, coconut, etc.) to the scalp for dryness and hair loss is effective, as recommended by a dermatologist. They expressed doubt about the advice and sought opinions on its usefulness.

community Anyone using Peppermint oil/ similar oils and seeing growth?

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 5 months ago

Peppermint oil may be beneficial for hair growth, potentially outperforming minoxidil. Users discuss its effectiveness compared to other treatments like finasteride and RU58841.

community Progress of only oiling hair and scalp 2x a week for 2 months (23M)

in Progress Pictures 1 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth in the crown area after oiling their hair and scalp twice a week for two months. They used a mix of rosemary, jojoba, coconut, argan, castor, and olive oils.

community Rosemary oil as a growth agonist instead of min

in Chat 1 upvotes 6 months ago

The user uses finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping for hair loss. They consider rosemary and castor oil as alternatives to minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker

in Research/Science 65 upvotes 11 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 Peppermint oil / Minoxidil Studies

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 11 months ago

Peppermint oil was found to work better and faster than minoxidil for hair growth in a test on mice. A link to the article was shared.

community Peppermint Oil vs Lavender Oil vs Rosemary Oil vs Pumpkin Seed Oil- Which one/ combination is best?

in Research/Science 3 upvotes 1 year ago

People discussed using peppermint, lavender, rosemary, and pumpkin seed oils for hair regrowth or thickening. They shared personal experiences and recommendations on using these oils alone or in combination.

community Anyone have an opinion on this: Promotion of Hair Growth by Rosmarinus officinalis Leaf Extract. They aimed to find out if Rosemary Oil is able to inhibit activity of 5α-Reductase.

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Rosemary Oil may inhibit the activity of 5α-Reductase, potentially promoting hair growth. Specific treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

in Treatment 84 upvotes 1 year ago

A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.

community Castor Oil + Rosemary Oil = Increase in Shedding?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using castor oil and rosemary oil twice a week for two months. They are concerned whether this is normal or if the castor oil's thickness is causing hair loss.

community Coconut oil and hair maintenance

in Chat 6 upvotes 2 years ago

A 28-year-old male on TRT with a family history of MPB reports that consuming 1-2 tbsp of virgin coconut oil daily reduces hair loss and improves hair condition. Stopping the oil leads to increased hair fall and dryness.

community Some interesting studies I've found. Peppermint oil at 3% works 2x as well as rogaine.

in Research/Science 18 upvotes 2 years ago

Peppermint oil at 3% was found to improve hair growth more effectively than Minoxidil. The user is also using a topical caffeine hair growth oil and making their own peppermint solution to combat hair thinning.

community (Study) Essential oils are effective for treatment of alopecia areta, could be effective for mbp.

in Treatment 2 upvotes 3 years ago

Essential oils like rosemary, thyme, lavender, and cedar wood in a carrier oil may effectively treat alopecia areata and potentially male pattern baldness by stimulating the scalp similarly to minoxidil. The user plans to try this routine and share results.

community Castor Oil - Yay or Nay?

in Product 10 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits of castor oil for hair thickening, with one user noting it may increase prostaglandin E2 and decrease PGD2. The original poster plans to take 1-2ml orally daily.

community Will rubbing olive oil on my thinning spots when I get the dht itch slow down/maybe stop balding?

in Research/Science 3 years ago

Olive oil may temporarily relieve DHT itch but won't stop balding. Finasteride and Minoxidil are recommended for hair loss treatment.

community I have been using castor oil for my brows for 2 weeks , and i already see visible difference. Could i also apply it to my scalp?

in Treatment 13 upvotes 4 years ago

A user reported that applying castor oil to their eyebrows for two weeks resulted in thicker hair and is considering using it on their scalp to thicken existing hair, not to stop balding. They do not expect it to cure male pattern baldness.

community Peppermint Oil Promotes Hair Growth without Toxic Signs -Toxicological Research | Korea Science

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 4 years ago

Peppermint oil promotes hair growth without toxic effects. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community How do you use rosemary oil and peppermint oil?

in Question 6 upvotes 4 years ago

Rosemary oil and peppermint oil may promote hair growth and increase cutaneous blood flow, showing promise as treatments for androgenetic alopecia. Minoxidil 2% is also used for treating hair loss.

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 Peppermint Oil: If you stop using it, will you lose everything you gained? Like Minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 22 upvotes 5 years ago

People discussed their experiences with peppermint oil for hair loss, with mixed results. Some users reported no hair loss after stopping peppermint oil, while others experienced shedding; one user noted improved scalp health when mixing it with minoxidil.

community Has there been any studies/personal experiments with peppermint oil?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 5 years ago

Peppermint oil may accelerate hair growth, but its effectiveness for regrowing hair or restoring a receding hairline lacks evidence from human studies or personal experiments. Some online examples exist, but they may be biased by product sales.

community Rosemary oil + Microneedling - My Journey Begins

9 upvotes 5 years ago

The user is starting a hair loss treatment using a mix of coconut oil and rosemary oil, combined with microneedling. They plan to post results in 6 months.

community Peppermint oil and/or dermarolling???

in Treatment 7 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation is about someone experiencing hair thinning at the temples and seeking alternative treatments to Minoxidil due to side effects. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of peppermint oil and dermarolling for hair growth.

community Peppermint Oil vs Minoxidil

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 5 years ago

The user experienced positive results for hair loss using minoxidil but stopped due to side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. They are considering peppermint oil as an alternative and are curious about its effectiveness and potential side effects.

community Is peppermint oil + dermarolling more effective than minoxidal?

in Treatment 8 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of peppermint oil and dermarolling for hair regrowth, with one person suggesting that only dermarolling is effective and comparing peppermint oil's effectiveness to that of an egg.

community Question about Castor oil and other oils?

in Question 6 upvotes 6 years ago

Castor oil's effectiveness for male pattern baldness, receding hairline, and thinning crown is questioned, including its application method and potential side effects. The user also mentions experiencing hair shedding with coconut oil.

community Castor oil without using penetration enhancer after microneedling?

in Question 9 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation is about whether castor oil can be effectively used alone after microneedling without a penetration enhancer like DMSO or ethanol. The user believes microneedling-induced wounds might be enough for absorption.

community Castor Oil + Coconut Oil + Derma Rolling

in Treatment 9 upvotes 6 years ago

A user is experiencing temple hair recession and is seeking alternatives to finasteride. They are considering castor oil, coconut oil, and derma rolling, and have seen some improvement with Zenegen.