January 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”
This study evaluated a herbal hairoil formulation, including ingredients like Curry leaves and Coconut oil, for its potential to enhance hair growth compared to purified Coconut Oil alone.
August 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”
This research concluded that a poly herbal oil containing Murraya koenigii, Phyllanthus emblica, Azadirachta indica, and Mentha spicata demonstrated hair growth activity through significant amounts of flavonoid and phenolic compounds present in the extracts.
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March 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”
The study formulated a hair application Ayurvedic herbal oil using various plant materials, including Neem and Amla, and reported that all evaluated parameters, such as specific gravity and irritation tests, were acceptable and within standard limits.
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October 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology”
In this study, lemon grass hairoil was formulated using various herbs and evaluated on parameters such as viscosity, saponification value, and pH to explore its potential for general hair application.
January 2025 in “International journal of Indian medicine”
This article discussed the potential risks of commercial hairoils, which may contain harmful ingredients, and suggested that additive-free ayurvedic oils could offer a safer alternative for maintaining healthy hair, while urging dermatologists to be informed about different herbal hairoil options.
The user is already using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and is considering oils with rosemary, mint, batana, and caffeine for post-shampoo application. MCT oil is recommended for hydration and dandruff prevention.
A user successfully regrew hair using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin supplements, and rosemary mintoil, despite initial side effects. They highlighted the need for commitment, a healthy lifestyle, and being a "hyper responder" to treatments.
The user experienced approximately 25-30% hair regrowth after using 0.2 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for 68 days, with noticeable new hair growth at the hairline. They also used mintoil twice a week to accelerate growth.
The conversation is about using natural hair masks like red hot pepper, aloe vera, onion juice, mintoil, and valerian root alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user is asking if anyone has tried these and seen positive effects.
The conversation is about using natural hair masks like red hot pepper, aloe vera, onion juice, mintoil, and valerian root alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user is asking if anyone has tried these and seen positive effects.
Which is more effective: peppermint essential oil or extract in shampoo?Neither form has been tested for hair loss in people. Peppermint essential oil is the only one with any experimental support — a single four-week mouse study in which 3% peppermint oil outperformed 3% minoxidil on follicle counts — while peppermint extract in shampoo is a low-concentration cosmetic ingredient with no hair-growth data.