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August 2010 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”
Certain plant extracts can effectively treat skin conditions like athlete's foot, chronic vein problems, sun damage, skin growths, vitiligo, and hair loss, and may also improve skin appearance.
The conversation is about adding Swisse Hair Nutrition for Men, which contains sawpalmetto and various vitamins, to a Minoxidil and finasteride regimen to potentially enhance hair growth. The user is seeking feedback on the effectiveness of stacking these supplements with their current treatment.
A 23-year-old achieved significant hairline regrowth using minoxidil, sawpalmetto, collagen peptides, biotin, omega-3, iron, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp care techniques, without finasteride or dutasteride. The user attributes success to this combination but is unsure which element is most effective.
Resveratrol and fisetin, found in red wine and strawberries, may promote hair growth by affecting hair follicle cells. Users discuss various treatments, including natural remedies like sawpalmetto and topical applications, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness compared to pharmaceuticals like finasteride.
Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.
Natural DHT blockers caused negative side effects like weak erections and depression, while finasteride improved overall well-being and cleared acne. Users shared similar experiences, finding finasteride effective without the adverse effects of natural treatments.