Applying vitaminEcapsules, specifically tocotrienols, on the scalp for hair regrowth. Users are skeptical about its effectiveness due to lack of evidence.
A user is experimenting with creating a DIY oral Dutasteride solution using raw powder, MCT oil, and VitaminE to reduce costs. Others discuss their experiences with similar methods and the challenges of sourcing and testing Dutasteride.
The user used microneedling, zinc, vitamin D3, biotin, magnesium, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a DHT-blocker shampoo with biotin for hair loss. They are considering adding minoxidil due to stagnation in progress.
Finasteride is available in Turkey without a prescription, with 1mg tablets costing 800 Turkish lira and 5mg tablets costing 150 lira. Oral minoxidil capsules were found at Cerrahpaşa nur eczanesi, also without a prescription.
A 26-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride after initially trying topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. He also incorporated supplements like Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3, magnesium, omega-3, and biotin into his routine, which improved his hair condition and overall confidence.
August 2025 in “İstanbul Gelişim Üniversitesi Sağlık Bilimleri Dergisi”
In this study, the researchers developed a chromatographic method to determine α-tocopherol and α-tocopheryl acetate in pharmaceutical capsules with high accuracy and repeatability, establishing it as a reliable alternative for analyzing these compounds.
This review discusses the potential benefits of the Restolin Hair Supplement for hair growth and reports no clinical results, with the authors noting that the claims are not supported by FDA approval or clinical trials.
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September 2023 in “Pharmacological Reports”
In this review, researchers explored the roles of vitamins A, B3, C, D, and E in skin immunity, highlighting their potential as therapeutics for skin diseases due to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences”
This study aimed to evaluate a herbal shampoo made from custard apple leaves for its physical properties, skin irritability, and foam formation, with a focus on efficacy and safety, particularly for addressing hair issues like lice infection.
October 2023 in “RECIMA21 - Revista Científica Multidisciplinar - ISSN 2675-6218”
This article discusses how vitamin D supplementation impacts human aesthetics and health, with effects varying positively or negatively based on different dermatological conditions.
Is it better to take VitaminE orally or apply it topically for hair loss?Oral mixed tocotrienols have one small randomized human trial reporting increased hair count; topical vitamin E has no human trial for pattern hair loss, only a 1965 rabbit study. Neither is approved for hair loss, and high-dose vitamin E carries bleeding risk.