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Minoxidil on frontal hairline???
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They haven't done any studies on the front hairline so thats why it doesn't say it will work on it. Thats always what I've heard, also heard a couple of docs state that. I'm hoping thats the case because I started using minox a month ago and I'm relying heavily on that working.
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Ulcasterdropout
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I see new hairs on my frontal.
eliteforce
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it's probably won't work, finisteride will slow down front hairline hairloss and minoxidil might complement that but alone it won't have a noticible effect but all people are different
FlexManning
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I think it works to some degree. After all, my understanding is that after a hair transplant the hair plugs are treated with minoxidil. Besides not having studies done on that aspect as one poster mentioned, a lot of the reason for the belief it doesn't work may be that it is very hard to use in that manner with out the solution running down the forehead, into the eyes, on the eyebrows, etc.
Minoxidil definitely increases hair on scalp (You want to disagree with me, fine. It's a free speech country).
That is how it was discovered that it may be effective in hair growth.
That lead to topical Rogain.
Someone mentioned that 20% minoxidil is available on internet (?from china?).
That is how it was discovered that it may be effective in hair growth.
That lead to topical Rogain.
Someone mentioned that 20% minoxidil is available on internet (?from china?).
Hi All,
My ultimate hair restoration potion is pure emu oil with crushed avodart tablets. I am 38 and have the hairline of a 19 year old!
The Benefit of Emu Oil for Hair Loss
So, is there any benefit of Emu Oil for hair loss?
If a hair follicle has perished completely it cannot be reactivated. Hair thinning occurs when hair follicles are in a lengthy resting 'telogen' phase.
Emu oil users report what can be defined as an 'awakening' of their resting hair follicles to the growth 'anagen' phase.
One study involving emu oil for hair growth found that applying emu oil resulted in a 20% increase in growth activity of the skin.
The hair follicles were seen to become more robust, and 80% of resting telogen follicles were activated to the anagen growth phase.
More studies show that the benefit of Emu Oil for hair increases the synthesis of DNA in the epidermis - a measure of increase in the proliferative activity of the epidermis - stimulating skin regeneration, hair follicle development and growth, and the proliferation of the cells around the hair follicle.
Emu oil contains, amongst others, two exceptional ingredients;
linolenic acid which provides relief from sore muscles and joint pain,
and oleic acid which provides a local anti-inflammatory effect.
Research into the benefit of emu oil for hair has shown the linoleic acid in emu oil to be an effective anti-androgen and a potent 5 alpha reductase inhibitor, central factors in the treatment of hair loss. Emu oil also enlarges hair follicles when used as hair loss treatments.
The anti-inflammatory properties of emu oil also helps alleviate hair loss resulting from inflammation of the scalp and hair follicles, and other scalp problems.
When compared with human skin oil, the fatty acid composition of emu oil is found to be quite similar. Emu oil penetrates tissue cells quickly and effectively and the benefits of emu oil include effective treatment of arthritis, wrinkles, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, and acne.
Emu oil has been reported to thicken older skin, making it appear younger. In one study the benefit of emu oil applied to the skin twice daily thickened the skin by 14 percent.
Emu Oil's Diverse Uses in Addition to Hair Loss Treatment, eg. Anti-Aging Effect, Arthritis Relief, Burn Treatment, Psoriasis & Eczema, Sports Injuries, Neuropathy...
Emu oil's anti-inflammatory properties alleviate the side effects of long term use of Rogaine (minoxidil) which is alcohol based, dehydrating the scalp and causing irritation.
Emu oil is 20 times more effective as a transdermal carrier than mineral oil. So, if you use Emu Oil for hair together with topical Rogaine (minoxidil), emu oil will most likely enhance the penetration of Rogaine into the follicles.
The effectiveness of Crinagen would also be greatly enhanced by emu oil for hair. Crinagen is a water based lotion which makes it even less able to penetrate the skin than alcohol based Rogaine.
My ultimate hair restoration potion is pure emu oil with crushed avodart tablets. I am 38 and have the hairline of a 19 year old!
The Benefit of Emu Oil for Hair Loss
So, is there any benefit of Emu Oil for hair loss?
If a hair follicle has perished completely it cannot be reactivated. Hair thinning occurs when hair follicles are in a lengthy resting 'telogen' phase.
Emu oil users report what can be defined as an 'awakening' of their resting hair follicles to the growth 'anagen' phase.
One study involving emu oil for hair growth found that applying emu oil resulted in a 20% increase in growth activity of the skin.
The hair follicles were seen to become more robust, and 80% of resting telogen follicles were activated to the anagen growth phase.
More studies show that the benefit of Emu Oil for hair increases the synthesis of DNA in the epidermis - a measure of increase in the proliferative activity of the epidermis - stimulating skin regeneration, hair follicle development and growth, and the proliferation of the cells around the hair follicle.
Emu oil contains, amongst others, two exceptional ingredients;
linolenic acid which provides relief from sore muscles and joint pain,
and oleic acid which provides a local anti-inflammatory effect.
Research into the benefit of emu oil for hair has shown the linoleic acid in emu oil to be an effective anti-androgen and a potent 5 alpha reductase inhibitor, central factors in the treatment of hair loss. Emu oil also enlarges hair follicles when used as hair loss treatments.
The anti-inflammatory properties of emu oil also helps alleviate hair loss resulting from inflammation of the scalp and hair follicles, and other scalp problems.
When compared with human skin oil, the fatty acid composition of emu oil is found to be quite similar. Emu oil penetrates tissue cells quickly and effectively and the benefits of emu oil include effective treatment of arthritis, wrinkles, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, and acne.
Emu oil has been reported to thicken older skin, making it appear younger. In one study the benefit of emu oil applied to the skin twice daily thickened the skin by 14 percent.
Emu Oil's Diverse Uses in Addition to Hair Loss Treatment, eg. Anti-Aging Effect, Arthritis Relief, Burn Treatment, Psoriasis & Eczema, Sports Injuries, Neuropathy...
Emu oil's anti-inflammatory properties alleviate the side effects of long term use of Rogaine (minoxidil) which is alcohol based, dehydrating the scalp and causing irritation.
Emu oil is 20 times more effective as a transdermal carrier than mineral oil. So, if you use Emu Oil for hair together with topical Rogaine (minoxidil), emu oil will most likely enhance the penetration of Rogaine into the follicles.
The effectiveness of Crinagen would also be greatly enhanced by emu oil for hair. Crinagen is a water based lotion which makes it even less able to penetrate the skin than alcohol based Rogaine.
Watson said:
Jeez,
I am not spamming or scamming I am just relating my experience with emu oil. In fact I beliebe that emu oil is a must have for all bodybuilders as it can help to 1) diminsh scars and stretch marks
2) it is a carrying agent just as effective as dmso minus the odorific side effects, I have used emu oil with fina and it was a very effective transdermal concoction
3) lastly emu oil on its own can restore hair follicles and when combined with avodart tabs is an uber effective hair regrowth formula
I am not selling anything; if you wish to try it do a google search as there are plenty of outlets that sell it and it is dirt cheap. Try it if you want ot or don't; it's no skin off of my backside!!
Emu oil was used by aboriginal people in Australia for dermatological and inflammatory disorders. Modern research shows that emu oil contains linolenic acid and oleic acid which act as an anti-inflammatory. Emu Oil is a 5-alpha-reductase (an enzyme related to hair loss) inhibitor. Hair restoration products which contain emu oil have been patented. The application of emu oil to the skin causes an increase in the synthesis of DNA in the epidermis and may increase the proliferative activity of the skin. Animals fed emu oil have an increased pigmentation and hair growth. The skin of the animals increases in thickness and the size of the hair follicle increases.
* Fish oil used by Arctic and Asian people for skin and hair care contains the essential fatty acids EPA and DHA (eicosapentaeionic acid and decohexaenoic acid) which have been shown to improve cholesterol profiles, and alleviate many forms of chronic inflammation which is a major factor in hair loss.
* Bilberry: Bilberry extracts have been shown to improve microcapillary circulation, and strengthen collagen throughout the body.
* Eucalyptus regulates sebum and reduces inflammation.
* Tea tree oil is anti-bacterial and is good for dandruff.
* Jojoba oil was used by Indians of the southwestern US for hair and skin problems and resembles the skin's own sebum.
* Aloe vera: Indigenous people in Mexico use aloe vera which contains proteolytic enzymes that slough off dead skin cells and open pores. A mucopolysacchnride known as Acemannan in aloe vera increases membrane fluidity and permeability and the outward flow of toxins and inward flow of nutrients.
* Cayenne is a powerful irritant and brings blood flow to the scalp and histamine release which stimulates cell division. Ginger also works in a similar way. To make a solution of both combine a pint of 100 proof vodka with 4 oz of herb.
* Ginkgo Biloba is a popular herb used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to improve cerebral blood flow and blood circulation. It has been reported to inhibit 5-alpha reductase activity. Ginkgo has been shown to protect small blood vessels and micro capillaries against loss of tone and fragility. Because DHT-mediated inflammation to the follicle blood supply is a major factor in male pattern balding and their types of hair loss, it is likely to be beneficial.
* Bee pollen, used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, is rich in L-Cysteine which stimulates hair growth since hair is 8% LCysteine.
* Green tea used in traditional Asian society as a food and medicine, has been shown in several studies to be a potent inhibitor of 5-alpha-reductase type I, the enzyme that converts testosterone into DHT in skin.
* Sea vegetables: People in Asian cultures have long consumed sea vegetables as a regular part of their diet which may explain their freedom from hair loss, traditionally. Iodine is found in large amounts in sea vegetables and regulates the thyroid which is important for hair growth. Interestingly, studies with sheep farmers find it is important for wool quality.
* Saw palmetto: Saw palmetto berries were long used by Native Americans as a food and as a herbal treatment for atrophy of the testes, impotence, inflammation of the prostate and low libido in men, Many herbalists consider saw palmetto a mild aphrodisiac for men. Women used the berries to treat infertility, painful periods and problems with lactation, Saw palmetto is an inhibitor of the formation and actions of DHT. It inhibits 50% of the binding of DHT to receptor sites in the prostate, blocks the uptake of DHT into the nucleus of prostate cells, and inhibits the action of testosterone 5-alpha-reductase, which converts testosterone to DHT. Serenoa repens has also been shown to reduce inflammation, a common factor seen in tissues involved in androgenic alopecia.
* Nettles were widely used by Native Americans as a hair tonic and are rich in silica which is essential to maintain nails, hair, skin and cell walls, teeth and eyes. Most foods are silica deficient due to soil erosion and use of incomplete chemical fertilizers. The herb horsetail, onions, leeks, cabbage, sunflower seeds, swiss chard, celery, rhubarb and cauliflower are also rich in silica. Parsnip contains both sulfur and silica. But be warned that commercial shampoos have very little silica since it is so difficult to isolate. To make your own just dissolve 2 tablespoons of powdered vegetal silica extract in a few ounces of hot water.
* Onions are also the richest source of sulfur which is part of all amino acids that are used to build hair. Other good sources are garlic, cabbage, Brussel sprouts, and turnips. Watercress contains large amounts of sulfur and can be made into a juice.
* Red Clover is rich in phytoestrogens that work to prevent buildup of testosterone in the scalp. One of the first phytoestrogens to be studied was found in red clover and it remains one of the best sources. When female sheep eat a diet high in red clover their menstrual cycles become irregular.
* Animal products: Aztec remedies included a poultice of nettles, scorpions and millipedes ground up and boiled together. Urine from a pregnant woman was applied to the scalp as well. One new drug, Kevis, contains aqueous extract of human umbilical cord! Another, Viviscal, contains fish cartilage extract that thickens epidermis and cures sun damage in skin, resulting in a reversal of age related dermal thinning and collagen breakdown.
Testosterone, Culture and Hair Loss
I've written extensively about testosterone, culture and health in a previous column, but I should mention here that high testosterone is clearly implicated in hair loss and is closely related to various cultural factors that vary between societies. Cross cultural studies show that Japanese men who shift from their traditional vegetable based diet to a Western one high in animal foods begin to lose their hair. Prior to the introduction of animal fat into their diet after World War II Japanese people's hair was thick and healthy. High animal food intake raises cholesterol which contributes to male pattern baldness by increasing sebum production. Excess sebum that accompanies hair loss is due to enlargement of the sebaceous gland which is attached to each hair follicle. This increases sebum production, clogging pores, malnourishing the hair root and raising levels of the enzyme 5 alpha reductase which converts testosterone to the hormone DHT which causes follicles to shrink and hair to go into resting phase. Ex cess animal food in the diet also over-stimulates the adrenal glands, producing extra androgens, which raises testosterone levels in the scalp. Testosterone levels peak in the fall and are lowest in spring when hair grows most fully.
In women, after menopause estrogen levels drop causing female hair loss since estrogen lowers testosterone levels in the blood. Estrogen stimulating foods such as tofu helped Japanese women eating their traditional diet avoid hair loss after menopause.
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