Theaflavin, a black teaextract, may inhibit DHT and androgen receptor activity, but its effectiveness for hair loss is debated. Users report no significant improvement with theaflavin, while some find beta sitosterol helpful.
Green teaextract and soy isoflavones may help with hair loss by inhibiting DHT and providing additional health benefits. Combining these with finasteride and possibly using nizoral shampoo could enhance effectiveness in managing hair loss.
Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.
A user discusses using safflower oil as a carrier for rosemary oil to enhance hair growth while using finasteride. They reference studies showing rosemary oil's effectiveness compared to minoxidil and the potential benefits of safflower and amla extracts for hair loss.
Reducing sebum can indirectly lower DHT levels, with treatments like accutane, tretinoin, and green teaextract acting as DHT blockers. Accutane can lower DHT levels by reducing 5α-reductase activity, but its impact on hair varies.