Pumpkin Seed Oil
&
NMN
These products are a powerful combination for rapid hair growth and thickening
Also preventing hair loss.
These can be used with Minoxidil for accelerated results
Instructions
Take one Pumpkin Seed Oil soft gel with or after food
Do not drink any kind of tea 2 hours either side of taking
Swallow with plain water or warm Coffee (not hot)
Take 1-2 a day after food before 3pm
When to Expect Results
You’ll begin to see results in 3-6 months, and make sure you keep applying minoxidil products in order to continue your hair regrowth. Like many good things, patience and perseverance are the key to success using minoxidil products.
However we have found that hair using in combination with pumpkin seed oil soft gels and NMN capsules accelerates the hair growth and thickness dramatically. Results cabn be seen in as little as 2 weeks
Style As Usual
You may follow your normal hair care routine when using minoxidil products, however you should apply product first and wait for it to dry before applying your styling products. If blow-drying your hair, we recommend using your dryer at a lower setting.
If your scalp is dry and flaky, we recommend the use of a mild, gentle shampoo. Topical medications are not recommended while using minoxidil products. If the condition persists and it is bothersome, discontinue use and consult your doctor.
Safe For Color-Treated Hair
Minioxidilis safe to use on color treated or chemically treated hair, just remember to skip using on the day you have a chemical treatment.
Minoxidil 5%
Women - apply one application per night
Men apply twice a day with 12 hours apart
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Start with dry or damp, towel-dried hair (not dripping).
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Part your hair in a few rows to maximize scalp exposure.
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Hold the can upside down and dispense half a capful of foam onto clean, dry hands.
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Gently massage the foam into your scalp with your fingers, focusing on the areas that are thinning.
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Allow the foam to dry completely before blow-drying or styling your hair.
Common Side Effects (Topical)
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Dermatitis: Acne-like rash, or inflamed skin.
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Scalp Irritation: Dryness, itching, redness, or burning at the application site.
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Initial Shedding: Temporary increased hair loss during the first 2-6 weeks, which usually stops as new, stronger hair grows in.
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Unwanted Hair Growth: Hair growing on the forehead or face if the product touches those areas
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Less Common/Serious Side Effects (Requires stopping use)
If the product is absorbed systemically (more common if overused or used on broken skin), it may cause:
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Heart Palpitations: Fast or irregular heartbeat.
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Cardiovascular Issues: Chest pain or shortness of breath.
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Fluid Retention: Unexplained weight gain, or swollen hands/feet.
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Low Blood Pressure: Dizziness or fainting.
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Allergic Reactions: Swelling of the face, lips, or throat.
Important Safety Information
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Do not exceed 2g daily: Using more than the recommended amount of foam or solution increases the risk of side effects.
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Wash hands: Always wash hands thoroughly after applying.
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Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor before use.
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Medical Conditions: Consult a doctor if you have heart disease or low blood pressure.
If you experience persistent or severe reactions, stop using
Contact us immediately if you are experiencing side effects
Ingredients: 5% minoxidil as the active ingredient for hair regrowth, with formulations varying between foam and liquid. Key inactive ingredients include alcohol, water, and propylene glycol (in solutions) or cetyl/stearyl alcohols, glycerin, and propellants like butane/propane (in foams).
Why Avoid Tea With Supplements
Tea can interfere with the absorption of certain vitamins and minerals, mainly because it contains compounds called tannins and polyphenols.
Here’s how it works.
1. Tannins bind to minerals
Tea (especially black and green tea) contains tannins, which can bind to minerals in the digestive tract.
When this happens, the mineral forms a complex that the body can’t absorb well, so it simply passes through the gut.
Minerals most affected include:
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Iron (especially non-heme iron from plants or supplements)
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Zinc
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Magnesium
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Calcium (to a lesser extent)
This is why people with Iron Deficiency Anaemia are often advised not to drink tea with meals or iron tablets.
2. Polyphenols reduce absorption
Tea also contains polyphenols, powerful plant antioxidants. While healthy, they can block certain nutrient transporters in the intestine, reducing how much of a supplement gets absorbed.
Iron absorption can drop by 60–90% if tea is taken at the same time.
3. Caffeine can increase excretion
Tea contains caffeine, which has a mild diuretic effect. This can slightly increase the loss of water-soluble nutrients such as:
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Vitamin C
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B vitamins
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Although fine with pumpkin seed oil supplements
However, this effect is much smaller than the tannin-mineral interaction.
4. Timing makes a big difference
Tea doesn’t permanently block nutrients — it mainly affects absorption when taken at the same time.
A simple rule often recommended:
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Take supplements at least 30–60 minutes before tea, or
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1–2 hours after drinking tea
This allows nutrients to be absorbed properly.
Important point
Tea mainly interferes with mineral supplements, not most vitamins. So things like:
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vitamin D
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omega-3
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vitamin B12
are much less affected.
💡 A useful trick many clinicians suggest is taking supplements with plain water or vitamin-C-rich drinks, which can actually improve mineral absorption.
More Information
There is no strong evidence that caffeine improves the efficacy of pumpkin seed oil supplements.
Pumpkin seed oil is typically used for:
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prostate health (especially symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
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hair health and possible support in Androgenetic Alopecia
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general anti-inflammatory and antioxidant support.
How pumpkin seed oil works
Pumpkin seed oil contains:
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phytosterols
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delta-7 sterols
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essential fatty acids
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antioxidants
These compounds may help by modulating androgen activity (particularly DHT) and reducing inflammation.
Does caffeine enhance it?
Not directly.
Caffeine does not:
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increase the absorption of pumpkin seed oil
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improve the metabolism of its active compounds
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enhance its hormonal effects.
Pumpkin seed oil is a fat-based supplement, and its absorption is mainly improved by:
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taking it with food, especially meals containing fat
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normal digestive fat absorption processes (bile release).
Why people sometimes think caffeine helps
The confusion likely comes from hair-loss treatments, where caffeine itself has been studied for stimulating hair follicles. Because of this, some hair products combine:
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pumpkin seed extract
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caffeine.
But this is additive rather than synergistic—each works through different mechanisms.
Important note
For people taking pumpkin seed oil for urinary symptoms or prostate support, high caffeine intake can sometimes worsen symptoms such as:
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urinary frequency
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bladder irritation.
So caffeine certainly isn't considered beneficial in that context.
✅ In short:
Caffeine does not improve the effectiveness of pumpkin seed oil supplements. Taking pumpkin seed oil with meals containing fat is what most supports its absorption.