Search

for
Search:

Did you mean Saw Palmetto?

Glossary Saw Palmetto

inhibits an enzyme linked to hair loss and prostate issues

Saw Palmetto, also known as Serenoa repens, is a type of palm plant whose berries are often used in supplements aimed at promoting prostate health and potentially reducing hair loss. It is believed to work by inhibiting the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone linked to both benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness).

Related Terms

Research

5 / 1000+ results

research Hair Loss (Alopecia) Treatment using rosemary oil, peppermint oil, amla oil and saw palmetto: A students’ survey

June 2024 in “International journal of scholarly research in biology and pharmacy”

This study reviews the efficacy of herbs like rosemary oil, peppermint oil, amla oil, and saw palmetto for hair health, finding scientific support for their benefits in hair growth and loss prevention, while also surveying pharmacy students' generally positive views on these herbal remedies.

Oral and Topical Administration of Standardized Saw Palmetto Oil Reduces Hair Fall and Improves Hair Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia Subjects: A 16-Week Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study

research Oral and Topical Administration of a Standardized Saw Palmetto Oil Reduces Hair Fall and Improves the Hair Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia Subjects – A 16-Week Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study

November 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

This study found that both oral and topical formulations of VISPOTM, a saw palmetto oil, significantly reduced hair fall and increased hair density in subjects with androgenetic alopecia, with no serious adverse effects observed.

research An Overview of Commonly Used Natural Alternatives for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia, with Special Emphasis on Rosemary Oil

November 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

This review discusses various herbal alternatives, including rosemary oil and others, for managing androgenetic alopecia but reports that more research is needed to confirm the efficacy of these natural remedies.

Oral Supplementation With L-Cystine, Serenoa Repens, Pumpkin Seed Oil, And Pygeum Africanum In Chronic Telogen Effluvium And Androgenetic Alopecia: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Clinical Study

research 51252 Oral supplementation with L-Cystine, Serenoa repens, Pumpkin seed oil and Pygeum africanum in Chronic Telogen Effluvium and Androgenetic Alopecia: A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized clinical study

September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

No specific results were reported in this abstract; it aims to explore the psychological effects of hair loss conditions like Chronic Telogen Effluvium and Androgenetic Alopecia, emphasizing the potential link between micronutrient deficiency and hair health.

Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Microneedle Mesotherapy and Supplementation with Saw Palmetto Fruit Extract in the Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia: Case Study

research Evaluation of the effectiveness of microneedle mesotherapy and supplementation with saw palmetto fruit extract in the treatment of female androgenetic alopecia. Case study

February 2026 in “Aesthetic Cosmetology and Medicine”

In this case study, a 38-year-old woman with female androgenetic alopecia experienced improved hair density, reduced scalp oiliness, and enhanced hair structure after ten microneedle mesotherapy treatments combined with saw palmetto supplementation, with no adverse effects reported.

View more "saw palmetto oil" in research →

Community Join

5 / 1000+ results

community Sawpalmetto extract oral+topical sawpalmetto/rosmesry oil +microneedling+redlight+fluconazole shampoo results

5 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Saw palmetto extract, rosemary oil, microneedling, fluconazole shampoo, and red light therapy helped improve hair thickness and reverse hair loss without using minoxidil or finasteride. The user experienced significant hair regrowth and no longer feels insecure about hair loss.

community Saw palmetto and Pumpkin seed oil natural DHT blockers

in Product 1 year ago

Saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil are generally considered ineffective for hair regrowth compared to finasteride and minoxidil. Users report that finasteride, minoxidil, and sometimes dutasteride are more reliable for maintaining and regrowing hair.

community How well does Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin seed oil work to prevent hair loss?

4 upvotes 3 years ago

Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin seed oil are not effective for preventing hair loss. Finasteride and Minoxidil are commonly used, but some users suggest trying Dutasteride for better results.

community Saw palmetto….again 😅 The difference between the standardised oil and dried extracts

2 months ago

Saw palmetto, particularly the standardized extract with 85% fatty acids, is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but opinions on its effectiveness vary. Some users combine it with other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, noting mixed results in hair retention and shedding reduction.

community 7+ years fin user, stopped saw palmetto/rosemary oil 3 months ago..biggest regret

43 upvotes 1 year ago

Stopping saw palmetto and rosemary oil led to significant hair loss for a long-term finasteride user. Resuming saw palmetto caused side effects, and there is debate about its effectiveness and the potential impact of oxycodone on hair loss.

View more "saw palmetto oil" in community →

Learn

4 / 801 results

learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

learn Saw Palmetto

a natural and far less effective alternative to Finasteride

Is saw palmetto as effective as finasteride against DHT? Finasteride is more effective than saw palmetto in reducing DHT levels.
Is it better to take saw palmetto in capsules or use it in lotions? The evidence does not show one form is better: the only head-to-head hair study of oral saw palmetto compared it with finasteride (and finasteride did better), the topical evidence is a single uncontrolled pilot, and there is no trial comparing capsules with lotions.
Is saw palmetto good for androgenetic alopecia or only for mild hair loss? Saw palmetto may help with androgenetic alopecia, not just mild hair loss.
All 5 questions on Saw Palmetto →

learn Dwarf palm

learn Sage oil

View more "saw palmetto oil" in learn →

Clinics

1 / 10 results

10
Hair SystemsTrichology
Palmetto Hair SystemsGreenville, SC · US

Experts

— no results

Try a deeper search in experts →