{"product_id":"dht-defense-hair-oil","title":"DHT Defense - Hair Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDHT Defense Hair Oil is a natural DHT-blocking scalp oil for anyone with early to moderate thinning at the temples, crown or part line.\u003c\/strong\u003e It combines saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil, the two natural DHT blockers with the strongest human evidence, with rosemary and bhringraj in a light grapeseed base. Applied straight to the scalp in a two-minute daily routine. No prescription. Made in small batches in Toronto, Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone with androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss): a receding hairline, a thinning crown or a widening part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants a natural alternative to finasteride or minoxidil, or who had side effects on them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone with a family history of hair loss who wants to start early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients and what they do\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaw palmetto (Serenoa repens):\u003c\/strong\u003e natural DHT blocker; inhibits 5α-reductase, the enzyme finasteride targets. A systematic review reported improved hair density in 83.3% of patients (Evron 2020, PMID 33313047).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin seed oil (Cucurbita pepo):\u003c\/strong\u003e natural DHT blocker. In a 24-week placebo-controlled trial, hair count rose 40% versus 10% on placebo (Cho 2014, PMID 24864154).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRosemary oil (Salvia rosmarinus):\u003c\/strong\u003e scalp support. Matched minoxidil 2% on hair count over six months, with less scalp itching (Panahi 2015, PMID 25842469).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBhringraj (Eclipta prostrata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Ayurvedic hair-care herb studied for moving follicles into the growth phase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrapeseed oil (Vitis vinifera):\u003c\/strong\u003e light, fast-absorbing, non-greasy carrier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply enough oil to cover the scalp where you're thinning, massage for about a minute and leave it in. Use daily. Check progress with photos at week 8 and assess at week 16. Patch test before first use. For external use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 120 mL glass dropper bottle, about 6 weeks of daily use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScent: light rosemary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: lightweight, non-greasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Toronto, Canada; ships across Canada and to the U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180-day money-back guarantee (\u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003esee terms\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDHT Defense vs finasteride and minoxidil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinasteride is a prescription pill that blocks DHT throughout the body and can cause sexual or mood side effects in a minority of users. Minoxidil does not block DHT; it extends the growth phase and can cause shedding and irritation. DHT Defense uses plant oils that target the same enzyme as finasteride, applied to the scalp, with no prescription. It is gentler than prescription treatments and works best when started early. Learn more in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.grayashe.ca\/pages\/dht-information\"\u003eDHT guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gray \u0026 Ashe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46940481388741,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/8274\/7077\/files\/v3.png?v=1789750242","url":"https:\/\/www.grayashe.ca\/products\/dht-defense-hair-oil","provider":"Gray \u0026 Ashe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}