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What are DHT blockers, and do they actually work for hair loss? In this video, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dray explains the science behind DHT (dihydrotestosterone), how it contributes to androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss), and which treatments have the strongest evidence for slowing hair loss and supporting hair growth.
Dr. Dray compares prescription DHT blockers like finasteride and dutasteride with anti-androgen medications such as spironolactone, and reviews the evidence behind popular natural DHT blockers including pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, green tea extract (EGCG), horsetail, and ketoconazole shampoo. She also discusses why not every type of hair loss is caused by DHT, why an accurate diagnosis is essential before starting treatment, and how combination therapy can often produce better results than relying on a single product.
Whether you're researching hair loss treatments, wondering if natural supplements really work, or trying to understand the difference between prescription and over-the-counter options, this evidence-based review breaks down what the current research actually shows.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
0:33 iRESTORE Elite Red Light Therapy for Hair Loss
4:06 What Is DHT?
5:51 Prescription DHT Inhibitors: Finasteride & Dutasteride
7:53 Anti-Androgens That Aren't DHT Blockers
9:58 Natural DHT Blockers: What Does the Evidence Show?
13:14 Putting It All Together
14:20 Take-Home Message
Topics Covered:
• What DHT is and how it affects hair follicles
• Androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss)
• Hair follicle miniaturization explained
• Finasteride for hair loss
• Dutasteride for hair loss
• Topical finasteride
• Spironolactone for female pattern hair loss
• Clascoterone research for hair loss
• Alfatradiol for androgenetic alopecia
• Pumpkin seed oil for hair loss
• Saw palmetto for hair loss
• Green tea extract (EGCG) and hair growth
• Horsetail supplements
• Ketoconazole shampoo and hair loss
• Low-level laser therapy (LLLT)
• Combination therapy for androgenetic alopecia
• Evidence-based hair loss treatments
💬 Have you tried a DHT blocker or another treatment for androgenetic alopecia? Share your experience in the comments below.
📌 Subscribe for more evidence-based videos on dermatology, skincare, hair loss, sunscreen, acne, rosacea, anti-aging, and healthy skin.
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iRESTORE Elite — Early Labor Day Sale Use code: DRDRAY4TH · Save $905 glnk.io/5xmkn/dr-andreasuarez48m
What are DHT blockers, and do they actually work for hair loss? In this video, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dray explains the science behind DHT (dihydrotestosterone), how it contributes to androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss), and which treatments have the strongest evidence for slowing hair loss and supporting hair growth.
Dr. Dray compares prescription DHT blockers like finasteride and dutasteride with anti-androgen medications such as spironolactone, and reviews the evidence behind popular natural DHT blockers including pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, green tea extract (EGCG), horsetail, and ketoconazole shampoo. She also discusses why not every type of hair loss is caused by DHT, why an accurate diagnosis is essential before starting treatment, and how combination therapy can often produce better results than relying on a single product.
Whether you're researching hair loss treatments, wondering if natural supplements really work, or trying to understand the difference between prescription and over-the-counter options, this evidence-based review breaks down what the current research actually shows.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
0:33 iRESTORE Elite Red Light Therapy for Hair Loss
4:06 What Is DHT?
5:51 Prescription DHT Inhibitors: Finasteride & Dutasteride
7:53 Anti-Androgens That Aren't DHT Blockers
9:58 Natural DHT Blockers: What Does the Evidence Show?
13:14 Putting It All Together
14:20 Take-Home Message
Topics Covered:
• What DHT is and how it affects hair follicles
• Androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss)
• Hair follicle miniaturization explained
• Finasteride for hair loss
• Dutasteride for hair loss
• Topical finasteride
• Spironolactone for female pattern hair loss
• Clascoterone research for hair loss
• Alfatradiol for androgenetic alopecia
• Pumpkin seed oil for hair loss
• Saw palmetto for hair loss
• Green tea extract (EGCG) and hair growth
• Horsetail supplements
• Ketoconazole shampoo and hair loss
• Low-level laser therapy (LLLT)
• Combination therapy for androgenetic alopecia
• Evidence-based hair loss treatments
💬 Have you tried a DHT blocker or another treatment for androgenetic alopecia? Share your experience in the comments below.
📌 Subscribe for more evidence-based videos on dermatology, skincare, hair loss, sunscreen, acne, rosacea, anti-aging, and healthy skin.
FTC: This video is sponsored by iRESTORE.
💜Shop my Amazon store https://o.bttn.io/0BwiPWFIZLG
💜Follow me on liketoknowit https://www.liketoknow.it/drdrayzday
💜Social media
Instagram @drdrayzday
Pinterest pinterest.com/drdrayzday
Facebook @DrDrayzDay
Twitter: @drdrayzday
Tiktok: @drdrayzday
Disclaimer: This video is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment or medical advice. Content provided on this Youtube channel is for informational purposes only. Please consult with a physician or other healthcare professional regarding any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment options. Information on this Youtube channel should not be considered as a substitute for advice from a healthcare professional. The statements made about specific products throughout this video are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
