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research Ethnobotany, Phytochemistry, and Pharmacology of the Mediterranean Dwarf Palm (Chamaerops Humilis L.)
The Mediterranean dwarf palm has medicinal, nutritional, and craft uses, but more research is needed.
research A Sub-Acute Toxicity Study to Assess the Effects of Methanol Extract of Date Palm Fruit on Kidney Functions in Adult Wistar Rats
Low doses of date palm extract improve kidney function, but high doses can harm it.
research An Update on Plant-Derived Anti-Androgens
Some plant-derived compounds may help with hormonal conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Study of the Physical Properties, Safety and Effectiveness of an Organic Ointment
The organic hair ointment is safe, promotes hair growth in male rabbits, and has good stability and pH for human use.
research Bioactive-Based Cosmeceuticals: An Update on Emerging Trends
Natural ingredients in cosmeceuticals are beneficial for skin and hair health with few side effects.
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5 / 57 resultscommunity 35% regrowth brothers and sisters! More effective than Minox and Fin?
A double-blind clinical study that found ingestion of tocotrienols resulted in a 34.5% increase in hair regrowth compared to the placebo group, and discussion about potential side effects and cost of supplementation with vitamin E pills. The conversation noted that it may be more effective than commonly used treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
community Ketoconazole shampoo has worked great for me. Those looking to take preventative measures should consider it.
Ketoconazole shampoo helps reduce hair shedding and improve thickness for some, but can cause dryness or irritation. Its effectiveness compared to finasteride or minoxidil varies among users.
community What’s the most effective way to beat Serb Derm?
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 1 month already into Finasteride 0.5mg, 2 months (nizoral, vitamin b12, biotin and rosemary oil and dermaroller once or sometimes twice a week 0.5). Let's see how it progresses after each month. Wish me luck. Please advise me something if I need to consider something else.
The user has been using finasteride 0.5mg for one month, along with Nizoral, vitamin B12, biotin, rosemary oil, and a dermaroller for two months. They seek advice on additional treatments and hope for progress.
community If people technically have hair follicles all over their body with baby hairs, why is regrowing hair so difficult to do?
Hair loss treatments are difficult because hair follicles react differently to hormones and have varying growth cycles. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.