Has anyone used Saw Palmetto for reduction in excess hair growth and what were your results? Also, what interaction if any did anyone have with their BCP's. The pharmacist only told me that they could effect the effectiveness of the pill, but did not indicate whether that means they will not be effective against pregnancy (ha ha) or that the saw palmetto would completely void their effectiveness in regulating my periods....any insight or feedback about this would be greatly appreciated....if I have to choose between the two and the saw palmetto will make a noticeable difference with the excess hair growth on my face - I will give up the BCP - thanks in advance.
I stopped using BCP's about a month ago and started using the Saw Palmetto, so far it hasn't made a huge difference but it's only been about a month or less and I can tell you that the hair growth has definatly slowed down. I can't honestly attribute it all to the Saw Palmetto though since I've also lost alot of weight and I'm also taking other supplements.
Sabra...Welcome to SC. I am glad you found us. I see that you are a director in a daycare center. I work at one too. Hope to chat or email with you. Take care.
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hi there, i am new to the board....still learning and researching and helping others with any info as much as i can!
i would like to try taking saw palmetto....i have heard it slows down the facial hair.
how much do you take? how often?
anyone else out there taking this supplement and had success?
post away, gals!!!
Saw Palmetto & BCP 
hello there sabra! 
