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

Taking Propecia (finasteride) with olive oil is unnecessary because it is water-soluble and already has high bioavailability. Dutasteride tablets should be taken with something fatty like olive oil to improve absorption.

A user asked if olive oil can replace propylene glycol or glycerin in topical finasteride preparation. Another user advised against it, suggesting MCT oil instead due to olive oil's potential to worsen dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis.

Applying heavy oils like olive, castor, and rosemary oil on the scalp can clog hair follicles and potentially cause thinning or balding. Proper scalp cleansing and using oils only on hair ends is recommended.

Peppermint oil and olive oil are being used to potentially improve hair growth, with some initial observations of stronger, thicker hair. Another user is using a mix of peppermint, coconut, castor, and rosemary oils, noting healthier and softer hair but no significant regrowth yet.

Hair loss treatments like olive oil, coconut oil, and finasteride are discussed with skepticism and humor. The conversation highlights disbelief in quick fixes and the ongoing search for effective solutions.

The conversation discusses using olive oil, 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 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.

The post discusses using topical cayenne pepper mixed with olive oil as an alternative to Minoxidil for hair regrowth, combined with finasteride. The user reports positive results in regrowing thinning edges after experiencing hair loss from high DHT levels.

A 23-year-old experiencing hair loss tried olive oil, coconut oil, and hair growth shampoos without success. They are seeking advice on whether to start treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.

OP is struggling to remove Toppik from their hair despite multiple washes and using olive oil. Users suggest using shampoo or trying Caboki as an alternative.

The user is using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, rosemary essential oil with olive oil, biotin, folli hair tablets, and a rice water mask for hair regrowth. Another user inquired about finasteride, and others wished the user good luck and asked for updates.

The user stopped taking finasteride due to side effects and switched to using natural remedies like olive oil, essential oils, coffee grounds, and apple cider vinegar, which they claim improved their hair thickness and appearance. They question why these natural treatments worked better for them than finasteride, suggesting their hair loss might not have been androgenic alopecia.

Buffering tretinoin with a moisturizer before applying minoxidil may help with itchy dandruff. Exfoliating the scalp with fingertips and using olive oil or conditioner can remove product buildup.

The conversation discusses hair loss treatment progress using Minoxidil, a 0.5mm derma stamp, and caffeine serum, with additional use of rosemary, peppermint, and olive oil. The user is avoiding DHT blockers like Finasteride due to potential interference with other medications.

A 41-year-old man shared his 3-month hair regrowth progress using 5% minoxidil and weekly microneedling. He applies minoxidil nightly and uses a topical mix of coffee, olive oil, rosemary oil, and vitamin oil after morning microneedling.

Finasteride is humorously claimed to enable communication with sea mammals, with users sharing exaggerated side effects and alternative hair loss treatments like olive oil and onion. The conversation is satirical, with users joking about unusual experiences and results.

The conversation discusses skepticism about new hair loss treatments, with many users expressing doubt about their effectiveness compared to existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Some users mention natural oils like olive and macadamia oil, but overall, there's a consensus that these are unlikely to be game changers.

The conversation is about dealing with dry scalp caused by using Nizoral shampoo. Suggestions include using medicated scalp solutions, drinking more water, trying different shampoos and conditioners, and using oils like coconut or olive oil.

Keto 2% can dry out hair, especially wavy or curly types. Users suggest using oils like olive, coconut, or argan, and following up with a good conditioner or hair mask to maintain hair health.

The user shared their hair transplant progress, using saw palmetto, vitamins, biotin, zinc, ginseng, ozonized olive oil, and a dermaroller with serum. They avoid finasteride due to trying for a second child.

The user has been using minoxidil, Vitamin D3, a scalp massager, a rosemary and olive oil mix, and a dermastamp for hair growth for almost 7 months and is considering adding finasteride to speed up regrowth. They have noticed baby hairs and a thicker scalp but are unsure if the treatment is fully effective.

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 olive oil mixture as a temporary solution.

The user is experiencing hair fall and is using a nonsulfate Maui Hibiscus shampoo and conditioner, washing twice a week, and applying a warm mixture of castor and olive oil. They seek advice on a proper haircare regime and product recommendations for low porosity hair.

The user is seeking a shampoo for hair loss that does not contain phenoxyethanol due to an allergy. They previously used Minoxidil and Revita shampoo, but switched to olive oil soap after Revita's formula change, which worsened their hair loss.

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 olive oil afterward. The user seeks advice on the routine and mentions expected gains.

Castor oil may reduce DHT and help with hair growth, while onion juice lacks evidence for effectiveness. Alternatives to natural topicals include RU58841, olive leaf extract, baicalin, and curcuminoids.