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GlossarySoapnut

fruit of Sapindus trees containing natural cleansing saponins

Soapnut, also known as Reetha or Soapberry, refers to the fruit of trees in the genus Sapindus. These fruits contain saponins, natural surfactants that create a lather when mixed with water, making them effective for cleaning and washing. Soapnuts are often used in natural hair care products for their gentle cleansing properties and are considered an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic detergents.

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community Growth journey stated in January

in Progress Pictures 469 upvotes 1 year ago

User shared hair growth progress since January using treatments like minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, biotin oil, and derma roller. Others suggested solutions for minoxidil side effects and recommended adding a multivitamin.

community To my fellow under 20s that are balding

in Chat 127 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about young men under 20 experiencing hair loss. They discuss their experiences and treatments used, including finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min).

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 Has anyone successfully tapered off finasteride?

7 upvotes 9 years ago

A user is considering tapering off finasteride due to concerns about long-term side effects and cost, and is exploring alternatives like zinc and saw palmetto. Their current regimen includes finasteride, Adderall, zinc, bupropion, fish oil, baby aspirin, Rogaine foam, and ketoconazole shampoo.

community I’ve been on dutesteride and oral minoxidil for two years now and I’ve only lost ground… 25m What should I do?

in Treatment 33 upvotes 5 months ago

A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years has experienced worsening hair loss and an itchy scalp. Suggestions include increasing medication doses, trying other treatments like RU58841, getting a scalp biopsy, and addressing potential inflammation through diet and topical treatments.

community C’est terrible - at my wits end

in Female 444 upvotes 10 months ago

A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

community 3 months progress with Finasteride 0.5mg/daily, Minoxidil foam5% 2x daily, Stemoxydine 2x daily, Microneedling(M8) 1.5mm 1x per week, Saw Palmetto 400mg/day, peppermint and jojoba oils daily, Ketoconazole 2% shampoo 3x/week, Purador shampoo/conditioner every day.

in Progress Pictures 336 upvotes 2 years ago

Jordan-Iliad has been using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, saw palmetto, peppermint and jojoba oils, ketoconazole shampoo, and Purador shampoo/conditioner for 3 months to treat their hair loss with stunning results. They have also recently started taking oral minoxidil 1.25mg/day in hopes of achieving even better results over the next 3 months.

community DIY treatment... Shedding completely stopped after 1.5 yrs

in Treatment 251 upvotes 2 years ago

Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.

community I’m 14 years old and I’m losing more hair than my dad. I’ve gone to the doctor 2 times because of this and I’ve received no help. I’m starting to feel like It’s worthless and my hairs gonna look like this forever. I don’t know how anyone could help me but it’s always worth a shot.

in Treatment 3 years ago

A 14 year old who is experiencing hair loss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hair loss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hair loss.

community Minoxidil and facial aging

in Minoxidil 53 upvotes 4 years ago

Minoxidil may cause facial aging or wrinkles, though opinions vary. Some users report side effects like dark circles and facial bloating, while others attribute changes to genetics or other factors.

community my own advise on what has worked for me

in Chat 15 upvotes 3 years ago

The user recommends washing hair twice daily with glycerin soap, using finasteride and minoxidil, avoiding cigarettes and alcohol, and maintaining a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. They claim these methods have significantly improved their hair health over 25 years.

community Sup Chooms?! How y’all living?!

in Progress Pictures 975 upvotes 4 months ago

A 35-year-old shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress, using 0.5mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil/finasteride once daily, derma stamping 1-3 times a week, washing hair daily or every other day with peppermint soap, and using eczema lotion for scalp health. Commenters congratulated the individual on the significant improvement in their hairline.

community Essential Oils shampoo - My 1st experiment

in Treatment 1 upvotes 2 months ago

A user shared their experience with a homemade essential oils shampoo for hair loss after stopping finasteride due to side effects. They reported healthier, shinier hair and new body hair growth but no scalp regrowth yet.

community Best shampoo and conditioner for hair loss

in Product 6 upvotes 3 months ago

The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral 2%, and microneedling for hair loss but finds Nizoral drying. They seek affordable shampoo and conditioner recommendations, with one reply suggesting baby shampoo for non-Nizoral days.

community Not sure if haircut is deceiving me.

in Is this regrowth? 54 upvotes 6 months ago

The user is unsure if their hair appears fuller due to a haircut or actual regrowth, but believes there is increased density and small new hairs. They are using 1 mg finasteride daily, 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and Nizoral frequently for hair loss treatment.

community Has anyone figure out how to deal with their itchy scalp when most ingredients aren't working?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has chronic itchy scalp and dandruff, unresponsive to ketoconazole, selenium sulfide, zinc pyrithione, coal tar, and salicylic acid. Topical steroids were also ineffective for long-term use.

community Tip for anyone who is worried about minoxidil messing up their skin

in Minoxidil 38 upvotes 3 years ago

Use retin-a cream and maintain a good skincare routine to counteract skin issues caused by topical minoxidil. Taking sublingual minoxidil can also be beneficial.

community Due to the virus, I can't get rubbing alcohol to sterilize my dermaroller after use. Would Listerine work as an alternative?

in Microneedling 4 years ago

The conversation is about using Listerine as an alternative to rubbing alcohol for sterilizing a dermaroller due to unavailability. The ingredients of Listerine are listed to determine its suitability.

community 10.5 months. Oral propecia, topical minoxidil (once daily) derma roller. And for the last two (2) months, I've been doing the bald showers after leg workouts... Biotin and Omega 3 age 35. Loses a lot of hair a day, over 150

in Progress Pictures 240 upvotes 2 months ago

A user shared their 10.5-month progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, a derma roller, biotin, and Omega 3, despite losing over 150 hairs daily. They also mentioned starting "bald showers" after leg workouts for the last two months.

community Dermaroll/ needle/ stamp when did you begin to see progress?

in Microneedling 21 upvotes 2 months ago

Users discussed their experiences with microneedling for hair loss, noting that visible progress typically starts after 1-4 months. Some combined microneedling with Minoxidil for better results.

community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.

in Chat 12 upvotes 7 months ago

The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.

community The "DHT" itch myth - it's more complicated

in Product 6 upvotes 1 year ago

A user found that scalp itch might be linked to inflammation rather than DHT alone and noticed hair improvement with certain cancer drugs. They also discovered that black seed oil relieved their scalp itch and are experimenting with a mix of essential oils for dry scalp, questioning if oils affect minoxidil absorption.

community I am waiting for cosmerna to come out but I don’t know how could I possibly apply 1ml on my whole scalp. I am mostly receding but i am also diffuse thinning everywhere and I think started losing my crown going into Norwood 4 basically

in Chat 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and the tap method; Finasteride was also discussed but not recommended due to its side effects. Price and other information were requested.

community Vicious male pattern baldness TINGLING ITCH!

in Chat 8 upvotes 1 year ago

A user struggles with male pattern baldness and a persistent tingling itch on their crown, trying various treatments like aloe vera, tea tree oil, and Nizoral without success. Another user suggests the itch might be psychosomatic, linked to worrying about hair loss.

community 1 year hair progress into using fin and min

in Progress Pictures 1 year ago

. This user reported using 1mg of finasteride and topical application of 1ml minoxidil twice a day for one year, with good results, no shedding and no side effects.

community 1 year on Finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo daily, dermapen maybe once a month but not consistently. Couldn’t be happier with the results. 36 years old.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 134 upvotes 2 years ago

User reports 1 year of Finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and occasional dermapen use led to significant hair growth improvement. Others discuss effectiveness for diffuse thinning and request detailed routine.

community Almost a month on fin boys 18M, listing off my side effects, and some advice for other balding teens or balding people in general.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 years ago

An 18-year-old male has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin to combat hair loss, experiencing side effects like higher libido and watery semen. He advises others to start with finasteride, avoid natural remedies, and maintain a healthy lifestyle for better hair health.

community 22 Years Old, 4 Months Of Minoxidil.

in Update 670 upvotes 3 years ago

The user's experience using Minoxidil to treat hair loss, with discussion of Finasteride and RU58841 as additional treatments. Additional advice is provided on ketozolin shampoo use and microdosing finasteride.

community Started Finasteride + Derma rolling

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 upvotes 3 years ago

The user started finasteride and derma rolling for hair loss, later switching to wet cupping therapy. They experienced initial shedding but reported thicker, healthier hair over time, using natural hair wash methods like Amla, Reetha, and Shikakai.

community My Natural Regrowth Routine

in Scalp Massage 7 upvotes 4 years ago

A user shared their natural hair regrowth routine that includes using a peppermint oil 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.