Haircare for Hairloss
DELAYING THE INEVITABLE
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UNLIKELY HERO: DANDRUFF SHAMPOO |
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Many anti-dandruff shampoos contain a powerful little ingredient called ketoconazole, which has been shown to help slow hair thinning and even support regrowth. Let’s dig in.
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MINOXIDIL & FINASTERIDE
If you're looking for a more clinical solution for hair regrowth, dermatologists agree that minoxidil and finasteride are your best options. Here's what you need to know about each.
Minoxidil is an over-the-counter treatment that comes as a spray or foam and you just massage it into your scalp. It can dry out your hair, so pairing it with weekly hydrating hair mask (perhaps paired with LE FIX for a reset) is a good idea. Make sure you get the 5% strength, and using it once a day is enough for most people.
Finasteride is a prescription treatment and generally more potent than minoxidil, but it can come with more serious side effects for some (including lowered libido, erectile dysfunction, and mood changes). It’s available as both a pill and a topical spray, with the spray typically having fewer side effects because it works more locally. Make sure to always consult your doctor before starting any treatment.
You don’t have to pick just one. Minoxidil and finasteride work even better together, and some products now combine both into a single spray or pill.
NATURAL ALTERNATIVES?... DON'T GET YOUR HOPES UP
Natural remedies may sound appealing, but "natural" doesn't always mean better...
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Natural remedies may sound appealing, but "natural" doesn't always mean better... Most dermatologist-approved treatments are still made from biological compounds: they’re just formulated in targeted ways that actually address hair loss. Take rosemary oil: while one study found it performed similarly to a very weak 2.5% minoxidil (a strength not proven to grow hair). But you have to apply it twice a day for months, and many people find it leaves their hair extremely oily. Or natural supplements like biotin, is something else dermatologists are generally skeptical of. Biotin only helps if you’re truly deficient of the vitamin (which is rare). Taking high doses hasn’t been shown to boost hair growth. In some cases, it can even interfere with lab tests. Bottom line: natural supplements often aren't harmful but they're rarely as effective as evidence based treatments. But if all else fails... We will always have Turkey ;) |
