What is DHT?

DHT: The Biggest Enemy of Your Hair (And What You Can Do About It)

Your hairline is slowly receding, your crown is thinning, and you’re wondering: Why is this happening?! Chances are, DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) is the culprit. But what exactly is DHT, and how can you combat it? In this blog, we’ll explain DHT and compare different solutions, from medication to natural DHT blockers and stem cell technology.

Why Does DHT Cause Hair Loss?

DHT is a derivative of the male hormone testosterone. While it plays an important role in male characteristics like muscle mass and beard growth, it has one major downside: it shrinks your hair follicles. This process, known as androgenetic alopecia (hereditary hair loss), eventually leads to thinner hair and, ultimately, baldness.

9 out of 10 men who experience hair loss do so because of DHT. The most common mistake? Many men are unaware of this and end up using products that don’t work against DHT-related hair loss. If you don’t tackle DHT, you’ll continue struggling with thinning hair.

What Are the Options to Block DHT?

Fortunately, there are several ways to reduce DHT or minimize its effects. Below, we discuss the most well-known methods.

1. Finasteride (The Oral DHT Blocker) 💊

How does it work? Finasteride is a medication that blocks the conversion of testosterone to DHT by inhibiting the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase. This means less DHT in your body and, as a result, less hair loss.

Benefits:

• Scientifically proven to be effective against hair loss

• Can stabilize hair loss and, in some cases, stimulate hair growth

• Easy to take (daily pill)

Drawbacks & Side Effects:

• May cause libido and erection issues

• Possible mood swings or depressive feelings

• Effects disappear if you stop taking it (hair loss resumes)

2. Natural DHT Blockers 🌿

Not everyone wants to take medication due to potential side effects. Luckily, there are natural ingredients that help suppress DHT in a gentler way.

Saw Palmetto is one of the best-known natural DHT blockers. It works similarly to finasteride but with a milder effect and fewer side effects.

Benefits:

• Naturally inhibits 5-alpha-reductase

• Fewer severe side effects compared to finasteride (because it blocks DHT less aggressively)

• Available as a supplement and in serums

Drawbacks:

• Works slower and is less powerful than medication

• Harder to find in some countries, often only available in pill form

3. Kadeso: Innovative Stem Cell Technology Against DHT 🔬

KÁDESO offers a unique approach by utilizing two stem cell technologies that help reduce DHT and stimulate hair growth:

• Capilia Longa (Turmeric Stem Cells): Naturally blocks DHT and promotes new hair growth.

• Wild Carrot Stem Cells: Support hair follicles and help extend the hair growth cycle.

KÁDESO combines the benefits of DHT blocking with hair growth stimulation, without the hormonal side effects that finasteride can cause.

Benefits:

• Natural and effective

• Stimulates both new hair growth and reduces DHT

• No known side effects

Drawbacks:

• Often sold out.

Which Option Is Right for You? 🤔

Choosing the right solution depends on your personal preferences and situation:

• Want the strongest DHT inhibitor and are willing to accept side effects? → Finasteride might be an option.

• Looking for a milder, natural approach without hormonal effects? → Saw Palmetto and nutrients are worth trying.

• Want to block DHT and stimulate hair growth without known side effects? → KÁDESO offers an innovative solution.

Conclusion: Stop Hair Loss in Time! 🛑

DHT is the biggest enemy of your hair, but fortunately, there are multiple ways to block this hormone. Whether you choose medication, natural supplements, or an advanced approach like Kadeso, the sooner you take action, the better the results. 🚀

Sources

Fu, Danlan, et al. “Dihydrotestosterone-Induced Hair Regrowth Inhibition by Activating Androgen Receptor in C57BL6 Mice Simulates Androgenetic Alopecia.” Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, vol. 137, 29 Jan. 2021, pp. 111247–111247, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33517191/, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biopha.2021.111247. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

 Kinter, Kevin J, et al. “Biochemistry, Dihydrotestosterone.” Nih.gov, StatPearls Publishing, 30 July 2023, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557634/. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

 

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