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substances derived from plants for medicinal or cosmetic use

Plant extracts, also known as botanical extracts or herbal extracts, are substances obtained by extracting parts of plants, such as leaves, flowers, roots, or seeds, using solvents like water, alcohol, or oil. These extracts contain concentrated bioactive compounds that can be used for various purposes, including medicinal, cosmetic, and nutritional applications, due to their therapeutic properties and natural benefits.

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community How to make topical finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about making a topical finasteride solution by dissolving crushed finasteride tablets in an alcohol-based hair treatment. Ingredients of the hair treatment include alcohol, water, and various plant extracts and preservatives.

community [23M] 1.5 year update. Minoxidil+derma roller+hair oil

in Progress Pictures 13 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their 1.5-year experience using Minoxidil, a derma roller, and hair oil for hair loss, noting significant improvements in hair health and density. They also emphasized the importance of a healthier lifestyle and the positive impact of using a product combining Minoxidil with plant extracts.

community Hair Regrowth with Novel Hemp Extract - anyone seen this??

in Research/Science 19 upvotes 4 months ago

A user discusses a novel hemp extract for hair regrowth, which showed superior results to finasteride and minoxidil. The formula includes CBD, CBDV, THCV, delta 9 THC, cannabigerol, and cannabinol, combined with menthol, peppermint oil, ethanol, Emu oil, HFA 134A propellant, and dimethicone.

community dht becoming active since the scalp is tight en cause inflammation

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 2 years ago

User discusses tight scalp causing hair loss and suggests treatments like scalp massages, PRP, saw palmetto, and eucapil. They share their experience with saw palmetto and eucapil and consider adding PRP and scalp massages for better results.

community Is trichosol meant to smell like ginger beer?

in Minoxidil 5 upvotes 11 months ago

A user is using a trichosol-based minoxidil solution to avoid scalp irritation and is asking if it should smell like ginger beer. They like the scent and want to confirm they have the correct product.

community Pyrilutamide - your experience?

in Product 12 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about the lack of improvement in hair loss after using Pyrilutamide for 14 weeks, with the original poster unable to use Finasteride due to depression. Replies suggest that Pyrilutamide, like RU58841, may not work for everyone, and a more potent drug is being developed by Kintor.

community A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included.

in Research/Science 101 upvotes 2 years ago

Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.

community 2 months progress?? on fin 1mg everyday and derma rolling .5 once a week.

in Is this regrowth? 144 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared their 2-month progress on finasteride 1mg daily and weekly derma rolling, showing noticeable hair regrowth. Replies confirm visible improvement, though some attribute it partially to lighting.

community Quit Minoxidil, keep gains w/ Fin and Stemoxydine? | Self-experiment

in Minoxidil 50 upvotes 2 years ago

A user experimenting with quitting using Minoxidil and replacing it with Finasteride and Stemoxydine in order to keep hair loss gains, but other users warning the original poster of potential shedding. Another user suggested phasing out Minoxidil and replacing it with Finasteride and microneedling instead.

community Many people overlook how stress can contribute to hair loss.. here are a few herbs to help with stress and anxiety

11 upvotes 6 years ago

Stress can contribute to hair loss. Herbs like Passion Flower, Ginseng, Ashwagandha, and Valerian Root can help reduce stress and potentially improve hair health.

community Better then Minoxidil( at least for me and my family)

in Treatment 42 upvotes 10 months ago

Capronium Chloride and Trichoxidil are suggested as better alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth without heart side effects. The Japanese Dermatological Association recommends topical Minoxidil over Capronium Chloride.

community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 1 year ago

He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

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 4 months on 2.5 mg OM, no improvement

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 1 year ago

After 4 months on oral minoxidil with no significant hair regrowth, a user is frustrated and considering alternative treatments since they can't take finasteride due to side effects. Suggestions include natural DHT blockers, lifestyle changes, and other hair care tips.

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 A battle won?

6 upvotes 9 years ago

The user tried various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, vitamins, Saw Palmetto, beta sitosterol, pumpkin oil, borage oil, stinging nettle, and emu oil. They recently noticed tiny black hairs, suggesting some improvement.

community 5 Months Finasteride + Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 676 upvotes 2 years ago

This user has achieved impressive results after 5 months of using Finasteride and Minoxidil, which appear to have stopped hair loss and stimulated new growth. They have also incorporated derma pen treatments and supplements such as Zinc picolinate and DMAE into their regimen.

community Hair loss treatment rabbit hole [OC]

in Satire 317 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.

community Please stop looking for a natural way to stop your hairloss

in Chat 369 upvotes 3 years ago

No natural way to stop hair loss, pharmaceuticals only option. Users discuss Minoxidil, Finasteride, natural remedies, and healthy scalp importance.

community Promising Topical Procyanidin B2 Treatment?

in Research/Science 30 upvotes 3 years ago

User discusses a promising topical Procyanidin B2 treatment for hair loss. Users share mixed experiences and mention effective treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and LLLT.

community This serum outperformed Minoxidil in a recent study. Please debunk

23 upvotes 5 years ago

A topical solution called "Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density" by The Ordinary Company, which contains several ingredients that are used in alternatives to Minoxidil and was found to have better results than 5% Minoxidil in a study. People who have tried it shared their experiences with the serum as well.

community Aronia Chokeberry and Cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside for Hair Growth (AGA) Study

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 10 months ago

A natural compound called C3A from Aronia Chokeberry can help prevent hair loss by counteracting the effects of DHT. The user has been taking 50 grams of dried organic Aronia Chokeberry daily for 30 days and will update with photos in 60 days.

community A hair model who does beauty ads and has 3 million followers claims he went from almost a Norwood 3 to a perfect hairline in 8 months on only Minoxidil and Rosemary oil. Curious, what are people’s thoughts?

in Chat 1 year ago

This conversation discusses the results of a model who claims he went from almost a Norwood 3 to a perfect hairline in 8 months using only Minoxidil and Rosemary oil. The replies suggest that this could be realistic but long-term results would require additional treatments like finasteride or other medications to prevent further hair loss.

community Fucking hell rosemary how is that possible

in Chat 19 upvotes 2 years ago

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.

community About the CBD regrowth study : just a few remarks

in Research/Science 167 upvotes 3 years ago

CBD in an emu and lanolin oil preparation showed a 100% increase in hair growth, but the effectiveness may partly come from the oils. Users discussed proper CBD dosage, preparation methods, and skepticism about the study's quality.

community This guy loses all transplanted hair?!

in Transplants 160 upvotes 8 months ago

A man lost his transplanted hair despite using minoxidil because he wasn't on a DHT blocker like finasteride, which is essential to prevent further hair loss. The conversation emphasizes that hair transplants are not a cure and require maintenance with medications to preserve results.

community Hair transplant - 8 months update

in Progress Pictures 754 upvotes 3 years ago

User shares 8-month hair transplant update with 3800 grafts, using Minoxidil and Xpecia. Others express amazement at results and discuss costs and procedures.

community Why is Minoxidil not enough for hair loss? (No fin)

in Minoxidil 57 upvotes 1 week ago

Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hair loss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally more effective.

community Have people with aggressive balding genetics genuinely had any results after applying any natural remedies ie:rosemary oil,coconut oil,Onion Juice etc

in Research/Science 42 upvotes 1 year ago

Natural remedies like rosemary oil, coconut oil, and onion juice are generally seen as less effective compared to medical treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some users believe natural oils can help, but modern medicine is often more reliable.

community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

in Research/Science 743 upvotes 2 years ago

A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.