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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 468 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 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 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 976 upvotes 7 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 5 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 6 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 8 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 39 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 This 3$ product is a gamechanger for minoxidil application

in Product 858 upvotes 1 month ago

A $3 hair oil applicator is recommended for applying minoxidil efficiently, reducing wastage and oily scalp issues. Users discuss cleaning methods and price differences.

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 243 upvotes 4 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 5 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 10 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 7 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 2 years 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 4 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 6 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.

community 1.5 months in left to right. Seeing lots of hair growth. Only dermarolling, JBCO and onion juice. Tried minoxdil but saw a lot of hair loss so stopped. Trying to see if all natural treatment works and the results seem pretty good. Any recommendations going forward?

in Progress Pictures 24 upvotes 4 years ago

User reports visible hair growth after 1.5 months using dermarolling, Jamaican black castor oil, and onion juice, having stopped minoxidil due to initial hair loss. Replies suggest continuing minoxidil despite shedding, buzzing hair, and trying finasteride or scalp massages.

community Did anybody not care at all about their hair until they started losing it?

in Chat 134 upvotes 2 months ago

People regret neglecting their hair until it started thinning, and they are now using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some are considering stronger options like dutasteride due to mixed results.

community What’s the most effective way to beat Serb Derm?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 3 months ago

OP struggles with scalp flakes causing hair loss and has tried Selsun Blue, Ketoconazole, and ZPT Shampoo without success. Suggestions include using salicylic acid shampoo, shaving the head, using Nizoral, and combining treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community PSA: Stop overpaying for your Fin/Dut and get your meds for $20/year.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 225 upvotes 3 months ago

Finasteride and Dutasteride can be obtained cheaply through Amazon One Medical with an Rx Pass subscription for $20/year. Users discuss various options and costs for hair loss treatments, including Blink Health and Mark Cuban's pharmacy.

community Be consistent, Patient, keep a log and eat well (I love meat), and don't be afraid to start over. DON'T GIVE UP!

in Is this regrowth? 164 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their hair regrowth journey, using minoxidil, finasteride, pumpkin seed oil, dermarolling, and scalp massages. They experienced side effects but saw significant improvement in their hairline.

community Some confusion over my last post. I’m definitely getting more hair than before but it’s definitely not 100% there yet

in Progress Pictures 109 upvotes 4 months ago

User reports more hair growth after 2.5 months using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, though new hair is thinner. Others praise the progress and express hope.