Peppermintoil may promote hair regrowth by decreasing scalp testosterone and DHT levels. Other herbs in the Mint family, like spearmint and rosemary, might also reduce testosterone.
People discussed their experiences with peppermintoil for hair loss, with mixed results. Some users reported no hair loss after stopping peppermintoil, while others experienced shedding; one user noted improved scalp health when mixing it with minoxidil.
Peppermintoil 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.
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 peppermintoil as an alternative and are curious about its effectiveness and potential side effects.
A user has been using peppermintoil with caffeine on their scalp and is experiencing more visible scalp, questioning if it's a shedding phase or ineffective treatment. Another person suggests the peppermintoil is not working and the user is naturally losing hair, implying that more established treatments like minoxidil or finasteride would be preferred.
The conversation discusses using a mixture of 4% peppermintoil in jojoba oil to reduce flaking and dandruff caused by 5% Minoxidil lotion. The user reports significant improvement after one application of the oil mixture.
Combining Minoxidil with Peppermint or Rosemary Oil may enhance hair growth. Users discuss the potential benefits of this combination for treating hair loss.
A user is using microneedling and rosemary/peppermintoil to treat hair loss, avoiding chemicals due to potential side effects. They have seen baby hairs growing after five weeks and plan to continue for a year.
The conversation is about a hair regrowth regimen that includes using minoxidil, peppermintoil, a red light hat, and microneedling. The user is seeking advice on the effectiveness and frequency of these treatments.
The conversation discusses incorporating peppermintoil into a hair loss treatment routine alongside minoxidil and possibly considering other second line options before using peppermintoil. Some people apply peppermintoil after minoxidil's absorption period or use shampoos containing peppermintoil.
Rosemary oil and peppermintoil 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.
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.
A user stopped using minoxidil due to scalp irritation and is now using peppermintoil, noticing improved hair appearance but no growth yet. They are seeking a minoxidil brand that doesn't irritate the scalp and asking if others have had success with peppermintoil for hair loss.
OP has been using alfatradiol and a mix of rosemary, peppermint, and jojoba oils for hair loss, with inconsistent dermapen sessions. They plan to add topical finasteride at 0.025% later.
A user is experimenting with applying undiluted peppermintoil to their scalp daily to stimulate hair growth, based on a rat study where peppermintoil outperformed minoxidil. The user reports immediate hair thickening and increased scalp blood flow, while others in the conversation express skepticism, humor, and concern about the undiluted application.
The user is asking how often to use peppermintoil for hair loss, comparing it to minoxidil usage. They are considering applying it to their scalp either twice a day or every other day.
The conversation is a humorous take on using a mix of pumpkin seed oil, rosemary oil, peppermintoil, and castor oil for hair regrowth. Someone replied suggesting the results might be similar to someone named Walter.
The user has been using minoxidil for 5 months, and added peppermintoil and dermarolling with a 0.5mm roller to their routine 2 months ago. They are happy with the hair regrowth observed since starting the new treatments.
The conversation discusses using microneedling combined with castor, peppermint, rosemary oils, and caffeine as a treatment for mild hair loss, aiming to stop or slow down hair loss and potentially regrow hair. The effectiveness of this treatment without side effects is uncertain, and it may slow hair loss but results vary.
The conversation is about someone using finasteride for hair loss and considering adding peppermintoil to their regimen. One person replied that they tried peppermintoil for about a month with no results.
User reports 2 months of hair regrowth using dermarolling, rosemary/peppermintoil, Nizoral shampoo, and supplements. Replies suggest trying finasteride instead.
The conversation discusses a person's 4-month hair loss treatment regimen using topical minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, a dermastamp, and rosemary and peppermintoils. Progress pictures are shared to show the results.
The conversation discusses a 4-month hair regrowth protocol that includes finasteride (1.25mg), RU58841, dermarolling, ketoconazole, minoxidil, peppermintoil, and fatty acids/oils. Progress pictures are shared to show the results of these treatments.
The conversation discusses affordable hair loss treatments, including topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and natural remedies like castor and peppermintoil. Specific treatments for hair loss are the focus.
A user shared their natural hair regrowth routine that includes using a peppermintoil and coffee shampoo, applying liquid silica, taking vitamin D and magnesium supplements, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy diet. They believe this routine has stopped their hair loss and improved hair thickness without using pharmaceuticals.
The conversation discusses using peppermintoil for hair loss, with one user applying it undiluted to the scalp and another combining it with finasteride and microneedling. Some believe in its effectiveness despite limited scientific evidence, and also mention rosemary oil as potentially beneficial.
The conversation discusses stopping oral minoxidil after 2 years and using rosemary/peppermintoil instead, with the concern of losing hair gains. Replies suggest that switching to oils will result in losing all the hair gains achieved with minoxidil.
The user has been on finasteride for 16 months and is considering natural remedies like peppermintoil, 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.
The user is currently using Minoxidil with melatonin, rosemary, peppermint, azelaic acid, and RU58841 for hair loss and plans to add fluridil and Pyrilutamide. They seek advice on the best Pyrilutamide source, noting Actifolic worked briefly.