I’ve noticed my hair thinning and hairline receding since I was about 25 or so.

I’ve been using Collagen and Biotin “thickening” shampoo but never noticed any difference. My dad swears by some pills he started taking.

What’s Lemmy think? Is he just paying for pills that are placebo effect?

  • FoxyFerengi
    3·
    25 days ago

    It’s also much safer to use around cats than topical minoxidil is!

    • I_Fart_Glitter@lemmy.world
      4·
      25 days ago

      Essential oils are still pretty bad for cats.

      Essential Oil Toxicity in Cats

      The reason why these oils are risky is that they contain compounds such as terpenes, ketones, and phenols. Your cat’s liver cannot metabolize these chemicals, as it doesn’t have the enzymes necessary for processing and excreting them. As a result, there is always a possibility of their accumulation in the liver building to toxic levels.

      https://www.webmd.com/pets/cats/risks-of-essential-oils-for-cats

      • FoxyFerengi
        2·
        25 days ago

        I didn’t say it was safe! Just safer than minoxidil :) The oil is usually meant to be used as a pre-wash treatment, so it’s not going to sit on your head all day like minoxidil, further reducing the risk of contact with pets.