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GlossaryPumpkin seed oil

nutrient-rich oil from pumpkin seeds, beneficial for hair health

Pumpkin seed oil is a nutrient-rich oil extracted from the seeds of pumpkins, known for its high content of essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins. It has been studied for its potential benefits in promoting hair health and treating conditions like androgenetic alopecia, as it may help inhibit the enzyme 5-alpha reductase, which is involved in hair loss.

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community Pumpkin seed oil tablet or topical oil.

in Treatment 9 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of pumpkin seed oil for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its benefits. Some users mention studies showing potential hair growth benefits, while others consider it ineffective.

community 3 months progress- fin/min/LLLT/pumpkin seed oil/ Rosemary oil added to shampoo.

in Progress Pictures 287 upvotes 3 years ago

A user shared their 3-month hair loss progress using finasteride, minoxidil, low-level light therapy, pumpkin seed oil, and rosemary oil. The user saw a reduction in balding crown size but couldn't determine which treatment was most effective.

community Wanted to say that Derma rolling and Pumpkin seed oil helped my crown out.

in Treatment 4 upvotes 5 years ago

Derma rolling, pumpkin seed oil, and daily massages helped regrow weak hairs on the crown. Nizoral shampoo and yoga also contributed to reducing scalp pain and stress.

community 5 month results on natural protocol, i made a post after 3 mont of treatment wich you can find in my profile. I used different massages(detumescence therapy, wooden brush, tom hagerty exercises)vitamins(d3,fish oil, biotin,msm, magnesium) drank green tea and ate pumpkin seeds( reduces dht)

in Is this regrowth? 146 upvotes 1 year ago

The user "Zealousideal-Pack340" shared their 5-month results on a natural hair loss treatment protocol, which included massages, vitamins, green tea, and pumpkin seeds. Some users suggested using medications like finasteride and minoxidil for better results, while others criticized the effectiveness of natural remedies. Overall, there was no clear consensus on the progress of the user's hair regrowth.

community Why Didn't the Pumkin Seed Oil Study Get More Attention?

in Question 70 upvotes 5 years ago

Pumpkin seed oil showed a 40% increase in hair count, but its effectiveness is questioned due to other ingredients in the supplement. Users discuss its potential compared to finasteride, with some expressing skepticism and others showing interest.

community What's your opinion on oils? Should I add those to my topical fino/mino?

in Product 6 upvotes 8 months ago

The user is considering adding castor, rosemary, and pumpkin oils to their current hair loss treatment of finasteride and minoxidil. They are unsure about the effectiveness of these oils.

community Do these two supplements inhibit 5alpha-reductase?

in Chat 1 upvotes 4 years ago

Pumpkin Seed Oil and Perilla Oil (with alpha-lipoic acid, linoleic acid, and oleic acid) are discussed as potential 5alpha-reductase inhibitors. The conversation focuses on their effectiveness for hair loss treatment.

community 28yr old 5mg minoxidil daily, .5 dutasteride every 2 days

in Progress Pictures 11 upvotes 1 year ago

A user started using 5mg minoxidil daily and 0.5mg dutasteride every two days for hair loss, along with rosemary, castor, and pumpkin oil twice a week, and derma stamping once a week. They plan to track progress with photos and maintain hair length with clippers.

community Dealing with Retrograde Alopecia

in Treatment 6 upvotes 2 years ago

User on Dut, oral minox 20 mg, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Oil, RU, 8% topical minox, and topical fina for hair loss; top of head improves, but retrograde alopecia worsens. Asks for options besides exosomes and where to find topical melatonin.

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 Peppermint oil / Minoxidil Studies

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 1 year 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 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 I was wearing hats daily due to my embarrassment of my thinning hair. I had no idea of the amount of people feeling the same way about hairloss and regrowth. these are my results 7/21-2/23. 1mg fin, 5% min, and essential oil blend along with microneedling once per week.

in Progress Pictures 446 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's experience with hair loss regrowth, achieved through the use of 1mg finasteride, 5% Minoxidil, an essential oil blend, and microneedling once per week, as well as other treatments like warm water washes, baby shampoo, and OGX coconut conditioner. Other users shared their experiences with similar treatments and congratulated the original poster on his results.

community DHT blocking ingredients

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses DHT blocking treatments for hair loss, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, Finasteride, and organic flaxseed oil containing omega-3 fatty acids. It highlights skepticism about alternative treatments and emphasizes the proven effectiveness of Finasteride and Dutasteride.

community Started my hair (fin+min+derma) regrowth journey today. Any advice?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A 16-year-old started using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and dermapen for hair regrowth, along with natural DHT blockers. Advice given includes being patient and considering waiting until 18-21 to use finasteride.

community Why do barbers never mention if you’re balding?

in Chat 317 upvotes 8 months ago

People are discussing why barbers often don't mention their clients' hair loss, with some sharing personal experiences where barbers did suggest treatments like finasteride (Fin) or mentioned the possibility of hair transplants. Some barbers avoid the topic to not offend clients, while others openly discuss it and recommend treatments or acknowledge the issue when asked.

community Hi beautiful people! I have a question for all the people, that are experienced with microneedling. When I use a dermaroller (1.0), I am bleeding a bit. I use it every two weeks. Is this normal?

in Microneedling 22 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling for hair loss causes some bleeding, which is normal. Dermapen is recommended over dermaroller to prevent tissue tearing and adjust depth.

community Why is Kevin Mann (Haircafe) Hated?

in Chat 62 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments, including microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841; the efficacy of these treatments; criticisms of Kevin Mann's content related to his selective data presentation and biases towards certain treatments; and other topics such as DHT being labeled a "trash hormone" and critiques of other hairloss YouTubers.

community 5 years of min / finasteride, no longer slowing loss.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 37 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience of slowing hair loss while taking minoxidil and finasteride, and the various treatments suggested to help halt or reverse the process.

community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

in Microneedling 290 upvotes 2 years ago

Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

community Pumpkin seed oil vs. minoxidil 5% topical foam - Study Feb 2021

in Female 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses a study comparing pumpkin seed oil and 5% minoxidil topical foam for female pattern hair loss. The user is curious about the application regimen of pumpkin seed oil used in the study.

community Have any of you taken Pumpkin Seed Oil long term?

in Treatment 9 upvotes 4 years ago

Pumpkin seed oil may help maintain hair and improve the crown area. Head massages are also considered beneficial.

community Pumpkin seed oil actually helps with hair loss (MPB) see study

54 upvotes 5 years ago

Pumpkin seed oil is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, but the study cited is criticized for using a product with multiple ingredients, making it unclear if pumpkin seed oil is effective. The conversation concludes with skepticism about the study's validity and mentions that pumpkin seeds might help with DHT blocking.

community Pumpkin Seed Oil Dosing

6 upvotes 7 years ago

The conversation discusses dosing for 1000mg Pumpkin Seed Oil tablets and compares its DHT-lowering effects to finasteride. The user considers splitting the tablets to achieve a 500mg dose.

community Effect of Pumpkin Seed Oil on Hair Growth in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial

23 upvotes 7 years ago

Pumpkin seed oil may help hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Castor Oil and Pumpkin Seed Oil

6 upvotes 8 years ago

The conversation discusses the use of castor oil and pumpkin seed oil for hair thickness and shine, with concerns about oral consumption. The user is already using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community RU58841 in Pumpkin Seed Oil (PSO)

in Treatment 2 upvotes 6 months ago

A user is seeing good results with RU58841 for hair loss, noting reduced shedding and thicker hair. They plan to use pumpkin seed oil as a solvent to avoid water content, which they believe reduces the effectiveness of anti-androgens.

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 New study on TOPICAL pumpkin seed oil in mice

7 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses a new study on topical pumpkin seed oil for hair loss in mice. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Is there any point in taking supplements like saw palmetto or pumpkin seed oil if one is already on Dutasteride?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 5 months ago

Supplements like saw palmetto or pumpkin seed oil may target the remaining 10% of DHT not affected by Dutasteride. Users discuss whether these supplements are beneficial when already using Dutasteride.