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    GlossaryOil

    natural sebum produced by sebaceous glands

    Oil, in the context of hair and skin, refers to the natural sebum produced by sebaceous glands. Sebum is a lipid-rich substance that helps to moisturize and protect the hair and scalp, maintaining their health and preventing dryness. For professionals, understanding the balance of sebum production is crucial in diagnosing and treating conditions like dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and various forms of alopecia.

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      community Oils, Saw Palmetto, Microneedling every 3 days, DHT Shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  305 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using a routine of microneedling every 3 days, applying a blend of castor oil with peppermint and rosemary, bhringraj oil, and moringa oil, and using Pura D'Or DHT-blocking shampoo. They also take multivitamins and saw palmetto daily, reporting no side effects from saw palmetto.

      community Rosemary Oil experiment 4 months in

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 1 day ago
      A user experimented with applying pure rosemary oil to a single hair strand twice daily, observing increased thickness and pigmentation, but questioned if the oil or the application method caused the change. Some users noted rosemary oil might be as effective as 2% minoxidil for hair growth, though others warned about potential harm from using undiluted oil.

      community Rosemary oil works. I definitely does

      in Treatment 3 months ago
      Rosemary oil is claimed to slow hair loss and improve hair thickness, but its effectiveness is debated, with some users preferring proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Lifestyle factors and consistent use are suggested to enhance results, though skepticism about natural remedies remains.

      community Peppermint oil scientific proof

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      Peppermint oil and minoxidil were compared for hair growth in mice, with peppermint oil showing potential. A user plans to use topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment.