From Supplements To Lasers And PRP, Here Are The Best Remedies For Hair Loss
A guest post by Dr. Doris Day
Guest writer and esteemed dermatologist, Dr. Doris Day (you can follow her on instagram too) addresses women’s hair loss.
From Supplements To Lasers And PRP, Here Are The Best Remedies For Hair Loss
Thick, lush, healthy, silky smooth, shiny hair—it’s every woman’s dream. For men, it’s simpler, but the same idea—a thick, full head of hair. As a cosmetic dermatologist, hair loss and thinning are among the most emotionally difficult concerns patients come to me with.
Hair is anything but superficial. Hair is deeply tied to our self-esteem. When patients ask me what options are available to them to grow their hair, I explain their many options. From over-the-counter products to in-office treatments and home-use lasers, here is a breakdown of the options you have if you suffer from hair loss.
Over-the-counter
These are options that are available at your drugstore or online. They often contain the FDA-approved active minoxidil, alone or in combination with other ingredients. Your dermatologist may also custom-make a formulation adding in prescription-strength ingredients that are not otherwise available.
Note from Robin: I used Minoxidil on my eyebrows as per Dr. Day’s advice and it was amazing.
Minoxidil
Minoxidil is FDA-approved to grow hair in both men and women and is available in various concentrations at drugstores, your dermatologist's, or online. The ones dermatologists carry typically also include other supporting ingredients.
Antioxidants
These are helpful in creating healthier scalp skin and hair follicles, improved circulation, and stronger hair. They work well with other components of a hair growth program to support and optimize results. Esteem botanical hair loss solution is one I created as part of my hair growth kit, and has a mix of natural actives to help support hair growth.
Low-Level Laser Therapy
This is an area where I’ve seen excellent advances in quality, efficacy, and ease of use. Hair growth lasers work in three steps:
1. Stop hair loss.
2. Make existing hair thicker and fuller.
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