A user asked if oliveoil can replace propylene glycol or glycerin in topical finasteride preparation. Another user advised against it, suggesting MCT oil instead due to oliveoil's potential to worsen dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis.
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 oliveoils.
The conversation discusses using oliveoil, shampoo, conditioner, and moisturizer before applying minoxidil to combat the drying effects of alcohol in hair treatments. The user asks if facial moisturizer like Cetaphil is safe for the scalp.
A 23-year-old experiencing hair loss tried oliveoil, coconut oil, and hair growth shampoos without success. They are seeking advice on whether to start treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.
The user shared their hair transplant progress, using saw palmetto, vitamins, biotin, zinc, ginseng, ozonized oliveoil, and a dermaroller with serum. They avoid finasteride due to trying for a second child.
GriffinLiftin experienced significant hair regrowth after 6 months using oral finasteride and minoxidil, along with hair care products like leave-in conditioner, curl-cream, and oliveoil. They started treatment early due to a family history of balding and are pleased with the life-changing results.
A user discusses their struggle with female pattern baldness, mentioning that Minoxidil helped initially but their hair health declined after stopping a specific diet. They seek advice on managing oily, brittle hair and mention using an egg yolk and oliveoil mixture as a temporary solution.
A user reports a dry and flaky scalp after starting treatment with 5% minoxidil and 0.05% tretinoin, and is seeking advice on using oliveoil or face moisturizer on the scalp. They also take finasteride and have tried microneedling, and are asking for the best time to moisturize after applying minoxidil.
The conversation is about using a 1mm derma roller for hair loss treatment, including cleaning the scalp with isopropyl alcohol and using castor oil mixed with coconut or oliveoil afterward. The user seeks advice on the routine and mentions expected gains.
A user shared a homemade hair loss treatment combining Minoxidil with caffeine, melatonin, biotin, and oliveoil, claiming improved hair regrowth compared to Minoxidil alone. They provided their recipe and cautioned users to try it at their own risk.
User is using rosemary oil and castor oil for hair loss, alongside 1mg finasteride for the past 7 months. They find castor oil difficult to apply due to its thick texture and are seeking advice on whether to dilute it.
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.
Hair is growing faster after 2 weeks of using topical vitamin D3 in alcohol/oil. The user plans to continue the experiment for 3 months before giving a full review.
A 22-year-old shared progress pictures after 3 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, and rosemary oil for aggressive hair loss. The treatments helped with dryness and itchiness, despite initial heavy shedding.
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.
A user claims to see new baby hairs after using peppermint and castor oil for nearly two weeks, but others are skeptical, attributing the appearance of new hair to the way the hair is styled or pulled back.
The user has been using finasteride, nizoral, microneedling, and recently added 3% peppermint oil to their hair loss treatment, experiencing regrowth similar to minoxidil. They suggest peppermint oil as a potentially effective, low-cost alternative or addition to minoxidil, with the added benefit of a pleasant smell and ease of use.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using a dermaroller and a mix of rosemary oil with jojoba oil three times a week for less than six months. Another user asked for clarification on the frequency of dermarolling and oil use.
A user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using 1mg finasteride, a 0.25mm derma roller with rosemary oil, and biotin pills for hair loss. They reported being very happy with the results.
Rosemary oil is compared to minoxidil 2%, but its effectiveness and safety are questioned. Minoxidil 5% is considered safer and more reliable for hair loss prevention.
User reported hair regrowth and thicker hair after using rosemary oil, zinc, biotin, vitamin D, and a better diet. They believe rosemary oil contributed the most to the improvement.
The user is taking 2.5mg of oral Minoxidil and using Rosemary and Peppermint oil for hair regrowth, with no side effects reported. They are considering increasing the dosage to 5mg after three months and have been advised to include a dermaroller in their routine.
User reports visible hair growth after 1.5 months using dermarolling, Jamaican black castor oil, and onion juice, having stopped minoxidil due to initial hair loss. Replies suggest continuing minoxidil despite shedding, buzzing hair, and trying finasteride or scalp massages.
A user reports significant improvement in scalp thinning after nearly 2 months of using Nutrafol, along with derma rolling and weekly rosemary oil application. Another user suggests the success might be due to saw palmetto in Nutrafol and shares their own experience of maintaining hair without finasteride.
A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots and hair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.
The efficacy of degrading the androgen receptor through dermal application in DP cells, a delivery system for topical drugs that involves dissolving microneedles, and rosemary oil as an alternative anti-androgen.
The conversation is about using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and stinging nettle extract for hair loss. Saw palmetto is noted to potentially halt mild hair loss.
The user updated on their all-natural hair loss protocol, which includes massages, LLLT, Ashwagandha, Supergreens mix, Vitamin D, Castor Oil + DMSO, a specific diet, and headstands. They reported some hair regrowth and improved hair quality, with plans to continue the regimen and monitor results.
Finasteride is essential for hair loss prevention, while minoxidil is optional. Additional treatments include a natural shampoo, a healthy diet, scalp massages, microneedling, laser therapy, and supplements like fish oils and biotin.