Rogaine Before & Afters: 5 Months, Hairline RESULTS!

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Before and after Rogaine hairline regrowth RESULTS! I used Rogaine on my receding hairline for the last five months and I've seen some big changes! I cut down on the frequency of use after month 3, and in the video I explain why I did that and what I'm using as an alternative to the Rogaine. The research is pretty exciting!
My 2 month update: check out my website post: lifeanddiy.com/minoxidil-befo... with the before and after photos.
My5 month update: check out my website post: lifeanddiy.com/rogaine-before... with closeups and more details.
If you have any questions at all, please ask in the comment section - Holly
Studies Mentioned:
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Video Timestamps:
0:00 Does Rogaine Work?
0:17 Hairline thinning
1:02 Experiment Details
2:45 Natural Treatments
5:46 Essential Oils for Hair Growth
6:02 Peppermint Oil Study
7:30 Rosemary Oil Study
8:26 Microneedling for Hair Growth
10:35 Hair Growth Measured
10:44 Before & Afters
12:05 Now What?
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CLEANSING SCALP OIL TO PREVENT FLAKES⤵
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This product has really helped cut down on flaky scalp issues. Many people also apply other oils to the scalp when not doing a treatment. It can help with preventing flakes. This product is incredible as I apply it to my scalp before I get into the shower, then wet the hair, and then use it to cleanse the scalp as I apply a bit of shampoo to the other part of my hair. It works beautifully as an oil and cleanser in one product. My scalp loves it.
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@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Check out my website and post for more details and before & afters: lifeanddiy.com/rogaine-before-after-photos-hairline-5-months/ I updated it with even better & clearer photos after I posted this video. After posting the video, I decided to continue on with an experiment only using the essential oils mixture. I'll see if the hair has continued to grow by measuring it again in a month. I mentioned microneedling in the video and I wanted to share more details on that. I have done some at-home experiments with microneedling for hairline growth a couple years ago and I saw no results, surprisingly. I know many people find benefits with microneedling for hair growth, especially in combination with other treatments. I did do one microneeding treatment on my face in January during this 5 month experiment and I did the hairline then too. I used a low depth of 0.5mm, and I don't think this had a major impact on my hairline. I just wanted to disclose it, in case anyone is curious. I have seen hair growth in my eyebrows when microneedling in the past, but mostly when I used a depth of 1.0mm to 1.5mm. I've heard that if you're trying to improve hair growth on the scalp, it's better to use a depth of 1.5mm or more. It may be pretty painful though. Let me know if you have any questions!

@hans_____ 2 ай бұрын

Hi Holly! I probably wouldn't have noticed you had lost any hair if you hadn't mentioned it, but I'm glad this has been working for you. If you remember any of my past comments, you might know I'm always in favor of using something natural such as essential oils over a drug, but I couldn't tell you what to do. I happen to have those two oils from when I worked at an essential oil company as well as avocado oil, so I might start doing this same thing. Thanks for doing the research and sharing it with us. You're so good at that! I'm also curious if you have an opinion on laser treatments with a brand of products called HairMax. It's something that my natural health "guru" Kevin Trudeau recommends.

@mrgekko6386 2 ай бұрын

I think it would be interesting if you first stop with Rogaine and see if the hair falls of and if it don't then stop with the oils to and see if the hair falls of. The best would be if you can take Rogaine for a couple of moths and then get permanent hair growth, maybe it's possible.

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

This is a good point and interesting idea. I am going to think about it and decide on it soon. Thank you!

@nicolcacola 2 ай бұрын

This is such an awesome experiment. Women are kind of neglected when it comes to hair growth/loss.

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! 🙏

@vibratious 2 ай бұрын

You are always on point...Great to see your content. Reach out soon......

@MyLongevityExperiment 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Holly, very interesting!

@Ellie_Noble 2 ай бұрын

Another great experiment. So informative! ☺️

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, Ellie! 🙏

@yohanonshine4664 2 ай бұрын

Oh Holly , please don't go overboard on experimenting. You are perfect the way you are.❤❤❤

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Aww thank you!

@dawrightleo13 2 ай бұрын

This video was so valuable thank you!

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

I'm so glad it was helpful!

@glenngeorg2271 7 күн бұрын

You're doing a great job. Thank you, and yes - I'm interested in you going with peppermint like the lab experiment that did so well. This is amazing. Keep going!!

@LifeDIY 7 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! After posting this, I stopped using Minoxidil and started to only use the peppermint oil. So far so good. The hair is still growing. I will do an update video soon.

@raceyjaseyAP50 2 ай бұрын

A while back, I lost most of my eyelashes, probably due to an autoimmune thing. Being a manly sort of man who eats gravel for breakfast and wrestles bears, I blubbered and bought an eyelash-growth-serum that everyone recommended on Amazon. Real men use eyelash-growth-serum, Holly. Well known fact. OK, lesser-known fact. I may have invented it. But anyways, not only did it work, it gave me eyelashes like a baby cow. I didn't have lashes like that, even when I was a baby cow. I only stopped using it because it was irritating my eyes. I share this story purely because, whatever was in that serum, it worked. And they did an eyebrow version that people also raved about. Given the small areas you are treating, I would imagine the eyebrow serum would last a fair while and, if it worked, you could definitely use it long term without the safety concerns of Rogain. Just a thought. Probably a useless one, but hey ...

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing this! :)

@saraha.3224 2 ай бұрын

Lol, love this post…. Hadn’t noticed a baby cow’s lashes in the past (except for the Disney version!) 😄

@firstpitstop 2 ай бұрын

Very interesting results Holly I didn't think pepermint oil will with hair grouth I have a big bottle of it here in fact I have the others too so I'm going to give this a try. Thanks for the info on this. Keep the videos coming Holly have a great week. 🙂 Andy

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Thanks, Andy! I hope you have a great week ahead too. :)

@firstpitstop 2 ай бұрын

@@LifeDIY Thanks. Sorry Holly Just noticed I hit the k on typing your name but I fixed it. I'm such a dork lol

@jowiens32 2 ай бұрын

Very interesting. Thank you! I’ve been using the Ordinary Hair Density Serum for a couple of years, and not really often. I wash my hair about twice a week, and I’d put it in my hair after I wash it and that’s it. I pulled my shirt over my head the other day and my hair was pulled back. I was stunned to see I had bangs! About 4 inches of a fringe that has grown. I did run it throughout my hair, and my hair dresser commented a few months back my hair is thicker. So I feel it does work for me. I’m interested in adding peppermint oil to try as well!

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

That's great to hear the Ordinary's serum is working for you! I forgot that they sold haircare products. I'll have to check it out!

@nancyxiong7904 2 ай бұрын

Would love to see a video on the essential oils for retention and growth. I saw the other comment, and wonder how much should you dilute the peppermint or Rosemary essential oils

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

I plan to do this. Thanks for the suggestion! 🙏

@rics1883 2 ай бұрын

I love how thorough your videos are. I stuck with Minoxidil cuz of you, and it's working well. PS: When microneedling with pen device on skin, I have heard that dragging the pen instead of stamping causes damage, in your next microneedling video maybe if you could shed light on this.

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

I am so glad it's working well for you! Can I ask you where you heard that about dragging the MN pen? The reason I ask is that I've received endless questions about that over the last month. So, I'm curious if there's a super popular video out there stating that. When I first learned about MN, I learned about it from Penny of Penn Smith Skincare (her KZfaq channel) and she said it didn't matter the direction or route of moving the pen. It has not caused me any unintended damage at all. :) I will use it in more of a lifting/stamping motion in areas that are very sensitive to pain (the forehead) if it's hurting pretty badly when doing it and that mostly occurs if the depth is more than 0.5mm. I hope that makes sense!

@rics1883 2 ай бұрын

@@LifeDIY this is interesting point. Could you try to explore a bit in your next MN video. Can’t wait. Thank you

@taraelliott6789 27 күн бұрын

Wasn’t Penn Smith. The video was I first saw was Claudia Glows but there are a few in the top results now that discuss stamping. Sorry I’ve done too much YT research 😭

@rachelann3662 Ай бұрын

I’d like to see you try this experiment. I’m gonna try the peppermint oil myself.

@PS-qn4oz 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! Yes I'm super curious about your results if you quit Rogaine but still use the oils.

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment! This is good to know. :)

@tom9462 2 ай бұрын

I've been using paul mitchell tea tree special shampoo for a long time in addition to 5% minoxidil and it works well for additional growth and comfort. It's expensive, so I'll wait for the occasional sale on the 33oz size. A small amount goes a long way and I do a whole scalp approach with it and the minoxidil. I've noticed that although my hair is a salt and pepper color now, new and existing minoxidil reprogrammed hair mostly grows in as healthier original dark hair! As far as hair loss after stopping minixidil goes, I think the loss will progress as slow or as fast as was the original underlying condition, which is different for everyone. A lot of internet noise persists for decades without explanation or newer evidence being accounted for, which is why I truly appreciate your channel and hard work!! My guess is that it would take a long time for you personally to lose any gains after stopping minoxidil.

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Tom, thank you for the nice comment and for sharing your experiences! This video took a while to edit, so your words really mean a lot! I totally agree about the internet noise and lack of real information and research. So, that's why I love to experiment with these things. The tea tree shampoo sounds nice and I think I've used it years back. I met the owner of Paul Mitchell many years ago by the way, around 2002. :) He was very friendly! That's a good idea to use it on your whole scalp. I don't like to leave shampoo on my scalp for too long due to scalp issues, but I could do more of a full treatment with my oils prior to the shower or maybe once a week. Good idea. :) That's awesome to hear that your new hair growth is darker! Super interesting!

@carmicheal7 2 ай бұрын

You are beautiful as it is. You really don't need to worry about your hair. x

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@wtpwtp 10 күн бұрын

You have beautifully thick hair before & after treatment.

@LifeDIY 9 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@flyingsaucer1268 2 ай бұрын

I like your hair very much 💖no matter what stuff you apply to it ⚗🧪🧫💉💊

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

😊 thank you

@padmayogini5387 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video. i will definitely try the essential oils for hair growth. My entire life, i used only olive oil, coconut oil, mixed oils etc for hair growth and avoided any kind of chemical stuff so i will still stay away with that product you r experimenting 😅 btw, it's not related but i just want to mention my experience with an eyelash growth product which ended up causing me a huge Chalazion on my eyelid which ive been suffering for two weeks now. it's very painful and medication treatments arent working. 😢 So ladies, maybe it's not so common but why to take even a smallest risk?? I would never ever recommend any chemical cosmetic products for any reason for anyone...

@BlobNeon Ай бұрын

I would LOVE to know if quitting and using the essential oils only will keep your gains! It is annoying that you have to “use it or lose it” with minoxidil, but that’s how skincare and fitness works too 🤷🏻‍♀️

@LifeDIY Ай бұрын

Thank you! Same here. Since posting the video I've only been using the essential oils and so far it's still growing (I measure it recently). I hope it keeps on growing. I will keep you posted!

@YasminA-jm9zs 2 ай бұрын

I will try peppermint oil on my scalp! This scalp massager looks amazing as well. I am looking for an inexpensive alternative.

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Thanks, Yasmin! Yes, just make sure you dilute it! It's very refreshing and potent. I also use these types of scalp brushes and they're amazing for in the shower: amzn.to/3VHqKZC, plus a great price.

@YasminA-jm9zs 2 ай бұрын

@@LifeDIY Thank you so much!!

@yohanonshine4664 2 ай бұрын

I tried rogaine for a short time and yes the q tip would have been helpful, the dropper would always run a drip down to my eyebrow lol so I stopped after about a week in fear of mistakes.❤❤❤

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Maybe you can try it again. I think the dropper is way too large! I'd be really scared of getting it in my eyes.

@hannahm.9881 2 ай бұрын

I have always had a strange hairline since childhood....(think very early Male patter baldness) I do not and never have pulled all my hair back into the ponytail (because I've always wanted to hide the fact my hairline is strange) so I've wanted to try a little Rogaine to see if I could apply it to my hairline where I wish it would fill in.

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

I would give it a try!

@joebowieaddick 2 ай бұрын

Very noticeable growth with the Rogaine, Holly! I've heard the horror stories regarding Rogaine/Minoxidil, but as with most things, individual reactions vary...I’d be interested in seeing you continue treatments with the essential oils. As mentioned some time back, I’ve had good results with lavender & peppermint oils for my itchy flaky scalp. Maybe the oils could help some people with hair growth as well.?

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Thanks, Joe! I will probably continue on with the essential oils as my next experiment. :) That's great the lavender and peppermint have helped with your scalp.

@isaackent2355 Ай бұрын

You've always had luscious locks of loveliness 🙏 But for sure you had growth, you should try maintain using natural treatments👍

@june6959 Ай бұрын

😭 Promo SM

@1c2h3e4u5n6g 2 ай бұрын

Thank you very much ❤✨

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@itsMe_TheHerpes 2 ай бұрын

i remember when it hurt to use a comb on my hair, it was this thick. i mean i told you that i rarely washed my hair and my hair always looked like i just woke up, it looked like a hay stack 😅 and now..... well it's so rare, compared to how thick it was, lol. i wonder if this treatment works on men too, because this is one of those things that are definitely different from male to female. men go bald, while women.... only get a thin hair line😆 also, i saw this "neofollics" suplements for hair, idk they seem good. SO ! in short, i should use peppermint oil and rosemary oil. i wonder if i should use both at once, like.... one day i apply the peppermint and the other the rosemary oil, and so on. idk. anyway, i started walking btw, i walk like 6-7 miles/day and i will continue to do that for 30 days. the city air is so polluted, my nose stings, lol.

@LifeDIY 2 ай бұрын

Yeah I think I have the same issue with the painful hair brushing. :) I'm just used to it though. Is your hair still long? Rogaine is often used by men....in case you want to check it out. There are some good youtube videos by guys who have had great success with it + some other treatments like the oils. If you do ever use rosemary or peppermint, just make sure you dilute them with a neutral oil of some kind. And, good luck with the walking. That's awesome! (except for the pollution).

@itsMe_TheHerpes 2 ай бұрын

@@LifeDIY yes, my hair is just as long, it's like... it kind of touches my shoulders. some strands do, others don't. so it's not too long but not short either but i can tie it in a pony tail when needed so i don't look like i am freshly out of the cave, lol. left you a pic if you want to see it. and thank you, hope i do have good luck with my walking, lol. what oils should i use to dilute the peppermint and rosemary ? i mean you said "oil" and my thought went to..... olive oil😅 yummy 😆