Everything I’m doing for my hair loss including… Microneedling my scalp? [Dec 2023]

[@CassandraBankson]

*IMPORTANT NOTE* Ps- this was filmed back in December 2023. I’ve been reluctant to share it as I 1) dont want others to emulate this and 2) still have had my reservations about microneedling my scalp at home although I’m trained to do so. I have ainw uodates since thia video - includinf a lil hair color change thet ill be bringing you sooon 👀 PRODUCTS IM TRYINGGG: 3:19 iRESTORE Professional: howl.me/cmoG9zDPWtE 6:14 iRESTORE Elite: bit.ly/3VNCvOr Use BESTHAIR for $525 off Pro device Elite device: bit.ly/3VNCvOr Use HAIRSELFCARE for $625 off Elite device Comfier Scalp Massager: amzn.to/3Si1Igu 6:45 - Laduora Duo 4-in-1 Pod Based Scalp & Hair Care Device: howl.me/cmoHj7qXU5W 8:52 - The Inkey List Salicylic Acid Oily Scalp Treatment: howl.me/cmoG9zeuiUy 9:15 - nioxin Night Density Rescue Serum: howl.me/cmoG9yBS29p 9:19 - The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density: howl.me/cmoG9yvkxt8 9:45 - nioxin Ultimate Power Serum Leave-In Scalp Serum for Thinning Hair: howl.me/cmoG9yzOWmr 10:15 - Vegamour GRO Hair Serum for Thinning Hair: howl.me/cmoG9yG29pC 10:40 - KeraFactor Scalp Stimulating Solution: shop.mykerafactor.com/products/kerafactor-scalp-stimulating-solution 11:55 - Vegamour GRO Biotin Gummies: howl.me/cmoG9yFPJYb 13:35 - Regoxidine Minoxidil Topical Foam: howl.me/cmoG9y2D1m1 14:22 - Qure Micro-Infusion System: howl.me/cmoG9yVasmM 17:00 - Ritual Multivitamin for Women 18+ with Vegan Omega-3: howl.me/cmoG9zpzHNl 17:35 - NUTRAFOL Women's Vegan Hair Growth Nutraceutical: nutrafol.pxf.io/c/5169841/1940192/17065 19:31 - COMFIER Electric Scalp Massager: amzn.to/4bLdsRa Microneedling for Hair Loss: At-Home vs. Professional Results www.verywellhealth.com/microneedling-for-hair-loss-8379566 Pilot study A Randomized Evaluator Blinded Study of Effect of Microneedling in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Pilot Study www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3746236/ Comparison of Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) With PRP Microneedling in Androgenetic Alopecia pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36407242/ A publication on Cosmetic dermatology said pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34714971/ Schultz GS, Chin GA, Moldawer L, et al. Principles of Wound Healing. In: Fitridge R, Thompson M, editors. Mechanisms of Vascular Disease: A Reference Book for Vascular Specialists [Internet]. Adelaide (AU): University of Adelaide Press; 2011. 23. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534261/ Therapeutic strategy for hair regeneration: Hair cycle activation, niche environment modulation, wound-induced follicle neogenesis and stem cell engineering www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3706200/

[@mammuchan8923]

Colour is also a good idea I think. It makes the hair feel smoother and thicker and looks more shiny💜

[@lekun9211]

Ex-bald here! The only thing that works is oral minoxidil 5% or topical if you can handle the residue (not me) It’s been 6 months after I started it (after the topical 5%) and now I can swear by it. I Also use the current body helmet 😊❤❤❤❤❤

[@margaretmckay1281]

Hang in there. 🫶

[@lukastemberger]

I use the Panasonic Vitalift RF (EH-SR85) as my skincare device and it's phenomenal! They also have a hair brush. It's called Vitalift Brush EMS (EH-SP60). Sending love and I hope you feel better! Queer vegan brother here... I'm a trained masseur and I'd give you a skalp massage whenever you feel down! :) ❤

[@BarbaraReese-qx9zz]

I just got the RHRI scalp and hair mineral sunscreen spray. I've only used it once so far.

[@miafranco7821]

everyone has focused on what she isnt doing. everyone's criticizing. but u all missed the thing she wanted us to hear most: something in her life happened to the point where she cant even handle her own emotions. cassandra, im so sorry. im so sorry for what youre going through. please dont give up on yourself. i love you and believe in you and want you to succeed.

[@monalisa8504]

I agree! And on top of that: people are jumping her for NOT doing a, b of c or try out solution x. THIS WOMAN has tried SO many things. People seem to forget that every person has a breaking point, and limited time and resources. She is sharing these experiences and her knowledge with us and people should be less judgemental of her.

[@MrsLowndes]

What happened to her

[@samidekash]

Thanks for sharing and for being your authentic self and for all your great tipps. I used a dermaroller and I think you're right, its main effect is that it makes minoxidil and other substances enter deeper into the skin. After your tipp I won't use it anymore. I think a much better and harmless treatmant for home use ist scalp massage. I simply bought the segbeauty scalp massage brush. It "locks" onto you scalp and is great for long hear, I have long hair myself. And scalp massage feels great and reduces stress as opposed to microneedling. Don't stress yourself so much, dear Cassandra, take your time to be present in nature and enjoy the "now". But I think scalp massage is much better than microneedling if you want to do something yourself. There are even fewer sudies about the effect of scalp massages than there are about microneedling. Thank you for all your videos and for being such a wonderful person. Blessings from Germany. 💛🙏

[@GrungeGalactica]

Cassandra, I must say, finding your channel and becoming a skincare nerd helped my depression, a lot. It forced me to take better care of myself and the beauty treatments I loathed became rituals I keep up with, to regularly pour into myself. I really love how you teach the science too, makes me feel like I’m doing chemical experiments on my appearance daily. Trying to find the combo of potions that work for me 👩‍🔬🧙😂. Anyways stay strong bestie.

[@ameblum_art]

This is a super sweet comment🥰

[@EGGrun]

Cassandra, I love how transparent you are, I know how crappy issues with our body image can be and the frustration when stuff isn't working. Just know you are gorgeous and you got this ❤.

[@rsmac3509]

Thank you for always sharing you information to help those of us who suffer with this as well.

[@Noora2299]

Exactly, your willingness to be a Guinea pig of sorts for your own hair loss is really courageous even if you do not intend it to be because it educates so many of us out here

[@mirandascott3]

Friend, you are helping me so much. I'm a couple months in my regrowth journey and you really are helping me be patient and content during the process. I watch you while using my iRestore helmet (I watch other times too, but always when the helmet is on lol). Seriously thank you for opening up with us. You are so loved and appreciated!

[@KW-up2ox]

I’ve been struggling with hair thinning for 2 years & finding your channel is inspiring me to finally try minoxidil & some kind of red light therapy (starting with the brush, since the helmet is $$$). Thank your for sharing, I’m sure many of us can relate! I hope you figure out what works for you!!!

[@Merdragoon]

I totally understand the stress of the hair falling out. And having watched this journey had me looking at the (non-microneedling) Methods of regrowing hair if Mom is able to get this surgery for her cancer and she wouldn't be on Chemo anymore. Not going to lie it's been heartbreaking watching her deteriorate, so every moment of seeing any form of strength coming back have been a success, only to see it two steps back at times. I know this video was recorded on December of 2023, and this was before the other videos techeninelly, That was around the same time I was watching mom not doing good and before Chemo and we were both unsure what was going to happen. It sounds like though there is a small light at the end of the tunnel for you, and I'm hoping the surgery means the same for us. Excited to see the new update soon (as I'm guessing you decided to post the December 2023 video for context for the new one).

[@no-uc2mr]

Yes. 'they ' know you are losing your hair, have been waiting for the day, and look forward to your income, tears, and years of loyalty in supporting their endeavor

[@govzko]

ive been going through some hairloss too recently, you being so transparent is so helpful, im staying tuned for all the updates and product reviews!!

[@mnilbydntkt]

Suggestions: - increasing protein intake (my dietician made me have 30g/meal, so about 90g/day. But I was recovering from an ED). Best tasting vegan protein powder/best texture I've found is by Rapid Vegan. - DBT (type of therapy. Literally amazing. Usually done in group therapy sessions but some psychs are trained in DBT but also you can go through the manual and do the worksheets. - mindfulness (I'm so so sorry) and regular physical activity (again, so sorry) Also generally treating any psychological issue. There could be something that is undiagnosed and your therapist isn't picking it up. Sometimes a psychiatrist can be helpful. I'm aware that in the US, psychiatrists aren't affordable. I'm obviously only recommending this to you, not others who are reading. Okay that's it!

[@kristilambert3416]

I think your hair looks really good!! I'm so sorry you're going through this 😞

[@valeriesantos8178]

Same + same. But we’re nvr satisfied w/what we have, we always want what others have. For instance… I’d k/ll for her hair 😊

[@shheellbbyy6532]

I never watched someone so honest and open on KZbin were here on this journey with you don’t cry because your saving so many and giving us hope❤ sending you hugs ❤

[@chubbatheBOSS]

I’m 39, vegan, and have been getting a lot of grey hair and hair loss. People have been commenting that my hair is very red because of the henna I put on it- but really all that is grey hair because I cover it with henna. I feel your pain and struggle. I love that you are being honest and open and vulnerable and not “selling” anything. I can relate to your open emotional expression of crying too! Many vegans try to sell their lifestyle bt maybe it doesn’t work for everyone. With that said, your stress around your hair may also be causing it to fall out. Attachment to the body causes a lot of stress when it breaks down. Ironically people who don’t care about their appearance much end up looking younger over time. So stress management around this hair loss is also important. I wish you all the best and hope you find the solution! Much love

[@caseymarie292]

@ProfessorGothic sweetie there have been vegan and vegetarian cultures for centuries, and they are equally natural. Not abnormal to not want to eat animal based foods.

[@JosiePants76]

For maybe the majority of women, peri-menopause will cause at least some hair loss. You’re of an age this could be a possibility.

[@christoforosadamantiou2836]

​@@caseymarie292name a vegan culture, I am honestly curious

[@JA99]

​@@christoforosadamantiou2836Ethiopian and Eritrean, Indian, Egyptian Coptics fast vegan majority of the year....plenty out there

[@caseymarie292]

@@christoforosadamantiou2836 so the more obvious answer would be that india has the highest concentration of vegans due to wider culture vegetarianism propelled by religion, but it’s more that there is a high concentration of religious vegetarians who then have the highest number of incidental and occasionally purposeful veganism in the world. Similarly ethiopia has religious fasting days where the main animal food items are not allowed, honey being an exception. These are not stringent things obviously, there’s personal choice involved, just goes to show many millions of people historically and currently have been and are either vegetarian or vegan and are heakthy and fine..

[@Anonymous4444]

Cassandra, thank you for mentioning minoxidil for treating hair loss. I have to say that I was pretty disappointed in your last video about your hair loss journey because you didn't mention minoxidil or actual medical treatments for treating hair loss that most dermatologists typically recommend before trying other less studied treatments. I have alopecia areata and have also dealt with diffuse hair loss at times and treatments like corticosteroids (injections as well as solutions and ointments), oral and topical minoxidil, and immunosuppressive biologics were absolutely crucial and extremely effective for treating my condition. Corticosteroids (especially strong ones like Clobetasol and Kenalog) are some of the most rigorously studied and dermatologist recommended treatments for many forms of hair loss and I would personally recommend them to anyone experiencing forms of hair loss like alopecia areata, frontal fibrosis alopecia, or traction alopecia rather than relying solely on less effective treatments like supplements, serums, red light therapy, etc. However, they are not effective for conditions like androgenetic alopecia, so in that case minoxidil would likely be a much more better option. I think it's also important to note that if you have a condition like alopecia areata, time is really of the essence because this condition can develop rapidly and aggressively. This is why it is extremely important to see a dermatologist right away to start a treatment that reduces inflammation rather than wasting time with things like hair growth vitamins and hair serums to treat the condition at home. Things like hair serums, castor or rosemary oils and shampoos, and supplements will not be of significant help for AA and in the long run are just a waste of money. Cassandra, It seems like you may be suffering from multiple forms of hair loss and I'm wondering if you've gotten a biopsy to confirm the exact types of hair loss you are experiencing? This might be the best place to start to figure out what treatments would be the most effective for you. Additionally, I understand the desire to try every possible treatment for your hair loss for a greater chance at finding something that works, I did the same thing when I first started losing my hair. Something to keep in mind about this is just that if you are using so many treatments at a time, it can be difficult to determine what treatment is actually working for you. Not necessarily a bad thing, but it can definitely make recovery and future episodes more complicated if you aren't sure which treatment was actually doing all of the heavy lifting. Lastly, I just want to say that I totally understand all of the stress and anxiety that you're experiencing and wish you luck on your hair regrowth journey! Thank you for bringing awareness to this topic and sharing your experience so publicly, it takes a lot of courage and strength and that does not go unnoticed.❤

[@Anonymous4444]

I'd also like to add that it may be helpful to try using a Ketoconazole shampoo like Nizoral. I also have seborrheic dermatitis and treat it by lathering up Ketoconazole shampoo on my scalp and leaving it for a couple minutes before rinsing out. Seborrheic dermatitis can lead to excessive hair shedding and this has helped reduce the amount that I shed as well as help relieve scalp flaking and itchiness.

[@nathicana1349]

Menoxidil have side effects,when you stop using it all new hair that you grow fall out

[@Anonymous4444]

@@nathicana1349 Yes, it can have that side effect when you stop using it but it's not guaranteed. Personally, this did not happen to me after stopping Minoxidil.

[@irestar6]

What about medicine like oral Finasteride? i've been on that for 10 months now and also use the pink nizoral, then ICAN Rosemary Shampoo. Shedding has stopped, is less than it was before i got long covid, then had a second ectopic pregnancy and had my reproductive system removed. HRT wasn't helping much. Thankfully 5mg of finasteride and my hair care, i've now got almost 5 inches of new growth along with more and more new hairs. The new ones on my crown are coming back curly though. I'm just glad it's working.

[@charaelias6687]

CASSANDRA! Scalp suncreens! Yes! This is the whole reason I've been on a haircare journey. I sunburnt my scalp where my hair was parted (for space buns :)) when I went to Florida in Feb of 2023. The hair became more scarce and my scalp was visibly angry. It's become much better since I've been doing pure castor oil treatments almost every week. I haven't gone to the derm for this. Was hoping to fix it on my own. Maybe that's the next step for me? But so far I think the castor oil really helped restore my scalp health. Recommended by my hair stylist. All this to say- keep sharing your journey. Who cares what negative Nancy's and judgmental crazies have to say about it? It's your life. it's your hair. I'm enjoying learning about your process and the things you've tried. Keep at it, girl.

[@kim.young.]

Hi Cas just gonna say your hair looks beautiful! don't stress it out cause stress induce hairfall. it's beautiful! and you are working hard to keep your hair healthy. stay happy and stay healthy!

[@SarasBites]

The two things that have helped me tremendously are pumpkin seeds and Mary Ruth vitamins (not sure if it’s vegan). I found out low progesterone was the cause of my hair loss so I started eating pumpkin seeds every single day. Who the heck knew! I was losing more over the spring than I did post partum. Good luck babe ❤. And wishing you the best on lowering that stress. Single mom here with two littles and life just gets crazy sometimes. Hope things improve for you.

[@NinaWells-u8u]

Beautiful

[@NinaWells-u8u]

❤

[@aditii5150]

What vitamins from Mary Ruth’s did you get?

[@esrasoner1825]

Cassandra hi, thank you so much for your unfiltered genuine presence and sharing your personal journey. I watched most of your videos and I guess by now we know there is no deficiency but it's the depression. Recently a close friend of mine (also after me) had this, which shows itself ca 3 months after onset of the depressive episode. I just wanted to say your humorous skintellectual presence is giving so much to us here ❤ you are beaYOUtiful and resillient, and you are not alone. My friend and I were afraid of antidepressants but a correct prescription is a great support to help lift oneself up. It makes it easier to work on therapy and to be able to spend time doing things that bring you joy. Watching your videos are such things for me ❤ hope you recover your hair and feel amazing about it, take care girlie 😘

[@purplepixie1974]

There's some great tips there, thanks Cassie! I've lost loads of hair after rapid weightloss and like you, I'm throwing everything at it. Don't forget to focus on getting enough protein!!

[@Sidera17]

I wanted to share my story with you because very few dermatologists will talk about this. Usually the minoxidil/androgenic alopecia and nutrient deficiencies are discussed by derms. And they tend nit to talk about AUTOIMMUNE hair loss unless it looks like alopecia areata or is the result of an autoimmune condition like thyroiditis, etc. I contracted a virus 10 years ago and began to lose my hair. They considered it telogum effluvium until it never stopped. I also developed facial rosacea/seb derm stuff. A year into this nightmare, I ended up in the hospital where I was diagnosed with a rare immune condition which required IVIG immunotherapy. As soon as I received that, my hair began to grow in completely. To this day we don't know what the autoimmunity is to, but when I received IVIG treatments I got a full head of hair again. When they took it away because of a doctor quitting, not only did I become sick again, but my hair fell out *in the exact same pattern.* I recently learned that dermatologists have the ability to biopsy the scalp to check for autoimmunity but most don't offer it unless it looks like horrific alopecia areata. If you haven't requested and gotten a biopsy yet, autoimmunity could be the cause of this, which is why nothing else is working. Make sure the derms do their due diligence! I am sorry you are going through this.

[@Sidera17]

Also coming back to add if you notice your eyebrows also thinning/falling out in a weird way, I would again suspect autoimmunity.

[@ambds1975]

Aw, lady. Thank you for sharing your vulnerabilities. Also, thank you for sharing them in a way that educates us. I'm excited to see how this works out! Crossing my fingers for you! EDIT - Oh! It looks great yay!

[@Sileste17]

Hi Cassandra! It's not crazy at all! I heard that people have some amazing results with that! And I was today (what a coincidence that you post that video yesterday!), and my trychologist will perform an mirconeedling on me. I would never do that on myself, and I don't think it's safe to do it at home, but I'm happy to have that treatment in proffesional clinic :) Hope to have nice results! Thank you for sharing your story, and I hope your hair will be just better, and better :) PS: your hair looks amazing girl! So beautofull locks! You are a great inspiration that hair can be beautifull even if bothered with some medical issues. Keep calm and do your thing, it's working ;)

[@DD-my6gb]

Thank you so much for sharing your vulnerable journey with us. I look forward to seeing such videos and I also feel for you. I have tried all things you have, and although I have a different hair/scalp type and maybe even origin of the issue than you, I am trying the same techniques. I have an oily and a none sensitive scalp. As we know things start from the inside, so.... Things that have worked for me personally: eating an anti-inflammatory diet (or you could do the anti-candida diet), taking care of your gut (drinking broth, helping my digestion (I have a vata/kapha dosha so I need to mostly eat warm and heating foods to keep the fire in my digestion so things don't stack up and cause indigestion), eating according to the female body (hormonal levels), so eating pumpkin seeds, flax seeds oils, not intermittent fasting some weeks... Then above my diet I also put a waterfilter in my shower (to reduce hardness of waterm so that my scalp doesnt get irritated), not going too long without washing hair (greasey scalp may lead to inflammation), using rosemary essential oil with ceder essential oil on scalp twice a week, massaging my scalp (especially places with tension), massaging my shoulders with a shiatsu massager, (againg releasing tension so that everything in the body can flow more easily), doing yoga (while also focusing on postures that support blood flow, like standing on your head). Above this I also microneedle now for 2 years. And my most recent discovery, that may suprise you...Meditation. I don't suffer from too much stress, so I don't use it as a tool to relax myself. I use specific techniques to heal past trauma by identifying where it is stored in the body. I also use it to find a peaceful state of mind and seek happiness. Although this sounds crazy, if I do this sufficiently, I see an immediate effect of less fall out by 70 procent in the shower!!! I tried this originally for other reasons, but this was the effect on me, and it took me by suprise. I wonder (especially for women) if this thing we suffer from isn't effected by supressing ourselves, being afraid, and just a build up of old trauma.... which in its turn doesn't supply enough energy to the scalp to promote growth. Another fun tip: binaural beats :-). PS: good luck on your journey and can you please share HOW exactly you use the microneedling in combination with the serum? Before, after microneedling. Before or after a shower, .... Thanks, much love.

[@MS-yj9pl]

1.) oral anti-androgen (spironolactone, finasteride, dutasteride) 2.) oral minoxidil only thing that works for female pattern hair loss. Doing the laser light helmet, hair serums, supplements, high protein diet, prp, and good quality hair products will all help slightly with your hair and scalp health...but nothing really works but the medications. Be care of the snake oils ladies.

[@kishimoto234]

Love you Cassandra, love your content, understand what are you going through. Since I was 17 years old I was diagnosed with chronic depression, anxiety and OCD, psychiatric therapy and medication, now 32 years old. I still don't understand how somebody with any accute/chronic mental disorder has the physical and mental energy to record themselves during a mental breakdown.

[@ChrisArfath]

I’ve to say after seeing you after a while i can surely tell your hair line is definitely improved.

[@ToMeltdownTown]

I love you, Cass, you’re perfect 😍 you deserve all the happiness 🎉❤

[@mikom9917]

I work at an aesthetic clinic and we do Calecim scalp treatment. Which is basically a dermastamp (or dermapen) + the Calecim hair serum. You do it weekly for 6 weeks and the results I’ve seen are incredible:)

[@pedroabreu9222]

Saw no results with Calecim 6 weeks

[@briannaglancy4416]

I don't have any suggestions for hair loss, but I do identify with your story. For years, I have struggled with my mental health. I saw multiple therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists. I tried multiple anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications that would help a little but never address what I was dealing with. Finally, after 4 years of trying out different medications and therapists, I met with a psychiatrist who looked at me, gave me an ADHD test, and I left that appointment with my first dopamine stimulat because it turns out I have moderate/SEVERE ADHD. I will never forget the first day I took my new meds. The world was quiet for the first time in my life. After that, I had to go through over a year and a half of testing medication doses and combos to find something that worked, but I'm getting there. It's been hard because hormones and weather changes and life changes, but I can finally human for the first time in my life. I can actually DO THINGS! During this cycle, I got to the same point of, "Screw it! I'm tired of all of this! I'm willing to do ANYTHING and EVERYTHING." Once I got to that place, things stated getting better. Please keep going. Though I don't know perfectly how you feel or what has happened, I can identify with your story of struggle, despair, and pain. Please know that it will get better. Even if you can't believe that it will right now, if you can only hope that it will get better, hold onto that hope like your life depends on it. Because no matter how small that hope is, if you nurture it, it will grow until it becomes a belief and then into a knowledge that you will never be able to deny. ❤

[@Elysekiera]

So sorry you have been struggling so much Cass ❤ sending you strength

[@Amy-qe7ti]

I am BOMBARDED with Vegamour ads EVERY SINGLE DAY!

[@lorismithjennaway1547]

me as well and i did try it for several months and nothing.

[@TheChakka888]

So TIRED of Vegamour ads

[@lili1981sandoval]

I tried it and didn’t work

[@Looksthatkale]

I tried it for 3 months and it did nothing...although I'm not losing hair but I wanted to see if it would make my hair grow faster

[@wendywittmann]

Me too​@@lorismithjennaway1547

[@anushkabanerjee3698]

Your content is very relatable. Thank you for sharing.

[@silkenaria]

I am very pro microneedling scalp, yes, even at home. Microneedle stamp is the way to go. The issues with home use you've addressed. The other issue is people tend to overuse. You only need to Microneedle once a month, and only on the segments of scalp that are impacted. I discovered the benefits accidentally from Microneedle stamping my face, and noticed the hair at my hairline starting to grow very thickly. After treatment just sprayed some rosewater for cooling, soothing. I get that everyone is different, but it this helps someone I'm glad to share what I've learned.

[@angstbringer2992]

same. I've been fighting against my androgenetic alopecia for years now. I used to take finasteride and it did help but I stopped for multiple reasons. I then tried micro needling at home, since I had already started doing it on my face and I was hearing good things about it. I have to say, I think it made a difference. I definitely see more hair and back then I was only using a "natural" rosemary serum. I will start trying it with a minoxidil product I'm really liking right now, for maximum effect.

[@SleeplessinOC]

Question : was it hairline at the hairline that you already had originally but just lost at some point or was it hair you never had ? I’m trying to figure out if I always had a high hairline or if I lost hair . I barely have childhood photos or any photos of me with clear hairline showing so I’m not really sure . I’d love to grow some more hair at the hairline with needling but wondering if it would just be a waste of time and effort (and pain ).

[@silkenaria]

@SleeplessinOC hair I already had. Years of side swoop styling my bangs had caused the area to become sparse. After microneedling I noticed spiky baby hairs starting to grow in addition to what was already there. My spiky baby hairs are now bang length.

[@gabriellafield8978]

I missed your videos!! For some reason you haven’t been coming up in my recommended like before even though I always like your videos and am subscribed - so now I’ve had to go out of my way to search you up - idk wtf KZbin is doing !! But really sending all my support through these hard hard times !!

[@R5000-f9q]

I believe you! I just want to say your hair does look very pretty!

[@starsof1889]

totally watched this video while doing my iRestore helmet followed by Nioxin Power Serum, Nulastin Scalp Treatment, and finally Reviv HairMax. I do the helmet every other night and try to be super diligent with the serums/scalp treatments. I went through a life shattering breakup at the start of the pandemic, while also dealing with a spine issue that required a major surgery. The hair loss was REAL! The stress was no joke and my once horse-like mane became devastatingly sparse. I feel you on this. The hardest part is that it takes YEARS to see substantial results and even then there are the typical land mines that sometimes seem to set progress back. Best wishes to all of us going through it and trying to grow back all our delicate little hairs!!

[@andreaholamon5238]

I just wanna truly thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your journey. I started noticing my hair thinning in about 2017, and then it just kept going after pregnancy in 2018. I’ve REALLY noticed a ton of thinning since 2022. Like, tons of shedding. Using brown tinted sprays and root coverup to hide the thinning areas. It’s literally miserable. Every time I shower and more and more hair comes out I just wanna cry.

[@reesefranklin777]

Same 🫶🏼 it makes me so so sad and depressed and just I’m so unhappy and ppl say it’s just hair but ur hair is like ur force ur personality u love ur hair ya know i know i use to.

[@leesacoles9154]

No suggestions just solidarity. I’m dealing with hair loss as well. I’m so sorry for what you’re going through. 😫

[@lindacgrace2973]

Two things I suggest for managing chronic high cortisol: grounding (you can walk around outside barefoot, or if you're a tenderfoot like me, you can buy shoes that ground your body). The other is breathing exercises. Many many KZbins about both practices. Both will help you drain stress from your body. I'm eagerly following your journey, as I, too, am losing hair and want it to come back!

[@heidicook2739]

I’ve microneedled my scalp for awhile and it has helped my hair.

[@jessgale8687]

Such a beautiful soul ☹️ hoping and praying things get better for you. Some things that have helped me with hair loss and breakage is using jaw clips instead of hair bands, using a cotton t shirt to wrap up my wet hair instead of normal terrycloth towel and also using a silk bonnet or pillow case. dont know if these things will help but dont think theu have been mentioned yet. Take care of yourself ❤ you are very loved and appreciated xxx

[@peparonimacaroni]

I’m a 17 year old girl, once had thick dark dense wavy-curly Arab hair, and my hair has been thinning in the last 2 years, now even when my hair is textured the curls don’t stand on their own and fall so flat. I’ve never felt so heartbroken. I’d love it if you could review more affordable lifestyle hacks like rice water, hair oiling with different oils (rosemary studies aren’t accurate, so peppermint, castor, pumpkin seed oil that blocks DHT,) drinking spearmint tea which is beneficial for stress and, hairloss, and PCOS in women, high protein diets (best you can knowing you’re vegan), caffeine on scalp using the inky lists caffeine solution, or the ordinary caffeine solution, onion juice, and any other lifestyle hacks you can think of

[@valeriesantos8178]

I was ab to say nix ‘peppermint’ tea but I just realized that my hair was better b4 Covid when I used to frequently buy + drink it 😏

[@minacayy]

did you get your body checked? like hormones, thyroid, nutritional deficiencies like vitamin d, selenium, iodine, zinc, omega3, magnesium etc? also is your nutrition generally healthy or is it very oily and carb dense with little to no protein? nothing against carbs and oil, they are important too but usually a lot of the meals in our countries swim in oil

[@peparonimacaroni]

@@valeriesantos8178 I think everyones hair was sm better before covid, even mine was so dense and thick, covid ruined it for everyone

[@peparonimacaroni]

@@minacayyI avoid all oily processed, sugary foods, I've been doing so for almost a year now. fruits and veg and meats are really expensive here, but I do try to keep a good variety In my diet. I most likely might be iron deficient. I'm also concerned I'm not eating enough because of how expensive they are. i'd go and get checked up at a derm or blood tested, but it's been difficult to get medical insurance as an expat here :") especially difficult since my parents don't find hairloss to be a big issue, I've been trying to cope on my own.

[@reesefranklin777]

I feel ur pain honey 🫶🏼 I am abt to start the oral minoxidil im really scared

[@Raresammy]

Not a bad idea at all!! Also ive seen Vegamour everywhere lately but its SO expensive i cannot justify spending that $$$ yet. You got this Cassandra

[@idaniasanchez1603]

I use a Korean rosemary scalp detox and I've noticed a super clean scalp and tiny baby hairs

[@anova77]

Cassandra, many thanks for this video. I've been struggling with telogen effluvium since early July and it has definitely put me on a hair journey to say the least. I started Nutrafol shortly after the TE started and it has been my saving grace. I am seeing a lot of new hair growth and an improvement overall in the the health of it, and much less shedding. A few other things I have incorporated into my regimen are liquid biotin (with collagen peptides), a multi-vitamin, and some grape juice each day. On the grape juice, I had read on a blog that it can help with hair growth and thought it could not hurt to try it. I also recently read about melatonin being something that can help with growth and started taking it yesterday. I will be trying some of the things you recommended as well - your hair looks great!! ♥

[@ohsandybeach7907]

Cassandra, I suffered hair thinning/loss bc perimenopause. I have baby fine corn silk like hair, but had a lot of it. I was so depressed and it affected my self confidence. I tried everything and finally went to a dermatologist who suggested men’s strength minoxidil 3x per week. That helped with regrowth but didn’t stop shedding. Then we tried oral minoxidil which did nothing. I’m now in Dutasteride, which he prescribed and I have had a ton of new growth and the shedding is a fraction of what it used to be. Dutasteride is normally prescribed for prostrate issues, but it’s also prescribed for hair loss since it’s shown to regrow hair. While I don’t expect to ever have the head of hair I had in my 20s-30s, I have the best head of hair I’ve had since my late 40s/early 50s. (I’m 58 now) I just wanted to share this in case you haven’t tried this medication. I hope you see this message ❤

[@Basic6936]

Idk what’s different about your brows but they look so good!

[@kamm5280]

Hey Cassandra, so sorry to hear about this. I feel your struggle - hair has never been a strong suit (despite have a very good routine) but now I’m hit with a huge amount of unexpected breakage. Vegamour has been helping for me and my partner (male) - albeit slowly. However, the Act & Acre scalp serum feels wayyy superior and has shown results way faster with infrequent usage (3x a week) I would also recommend the Moon Juice SuperHair supplement- more budget friendly than Nutrafol and similar ingredients and results for me. I also felt better from a stress management perspective.

[@tylermoses7304]

I'm happy to hear that you are giving therapy a try! It can be a long journey but so helpful especially if your body is constantly staying in a crisis mode. I hope it helps with your mental and physical issues ❤

[@jaimiepearce2001]

I feel for you. I definitely think it gets worse when you stress about it too but it’s hard not to stress. You’re more aware of it, it will stress you out more because you are constantly thinking about it. I’m a hairdresser and to me it doesn’t even look bad but going through Hair loss and feeling chunks of your hair coming out can be so traumatic. I know personally that people don’t look at us the same way that we look at ourselves because we are our own worst critics. I hope this helps, I’ve definitely seen this trend on social media and I’ve been interested to try it myself. I hope that whatever is going on in your personal life gets better as well. Rooting for you

[@Betacancri7]

Good luck with it all. I have to say I tried retinol at 0.5 in the front of my hair and I'm convinced that made it shed faster. The rest of my hair that I used various tea sprays on started growing faster. But also I was having the most trouble with front and temple so I will just be using the same everywhere for the next few months

[@Betacancri7]

The tea spray is moringa powder, cloves, nettle, lavender, rosemary, lemongrass, bacopa monnieri, small amount of hibiscus. Boiled water and let it sit for a night. Then sieve and add a preservative and a few drops of grapeseed extract. Hair feels a little stronger. I spray it daily.

[@kd2533]

My hair grew back more easily once I stopped colouring it. I'm 41 and 10% grey. Now it's thick and healthy, way less hair fall. Despite currently suffering Gastritis, Long Covid and I have Ehlers Danlos/MCAS.

[@Sam-mi5vv]

Hair is keratin. Keratin is protein. Hair is protein. You may be lacking dietary protein. Since you make it very clear that you’ve been doing everything, please don’t be stubborn and consider it MAY BE a dietary factor. Vitamin D , thyroid levels etc matter but so does protein level, please do a total protein test.. saying this in the nicest of ways I adore you..

[@kir32]

Didn't she mention having only one kidney before? I wonder if she keeps a special eye on those because of that.

[@caseymarie292]

@Sam-mi5vv she has been vegan for a long time and also has done vegan specific blood tests (the things people normally start to lack when going plant based but not being careful about what they eat) and they always come bsck normal.

[@cccccccccccc242]

I was literally going to mention this...

[@rchhcsupernova]

In the 5 first minutes she said she does get blood tests to check those factors

[@Sam-mi5vv]

@@rchhcsupernovashe mentions Vit D, thyroid and iron. From other videos I also know she has tested for Zinc and other factors. I keep hearing everything but protein test. Hence the mention. Having been an ex vegan myself, my prior hair loss was purely a severe protein deficiency and all blood work came normal and doctors would say everything was normal but a protein test was never done. Until it was done for an unrelated ailment and boy o boy.

[@pipalittle5216]

One thing that helped me with my hair when it was shedding excessively was to do a green/black tea rinse. So just steeping the tea, adding it to an applicator bottle when it cools, and leaving it on your scalp for only 5 minutes before rinsing. Apparently the caffeine blocks out the hormone that leads to shedding. I hope this suggestion helps!

[@CandyDiva]

My dear girl... you are beautiful inside and out!! Remember when you are feeling down n struggling, those are just moments. I know it's cliche to say, but it too shall pass. For example, getting out and going on a walk (I've seen those SPF videos 😂) can be helpful. Re-center the mindset ❤. Just watch out for the bees 🐝!! They do seem to love you 😊. I just have to say ....I am absolutely thankful for all your videos and have learned so much from you. Those tips and tricks w skincare has helped me and my sensitive skins bum... and MOST importantly my kiddos acne as well!! Routine use is the key 🔑 ❤.

[@kellyflanigan6626]

I can feel your stress through your comments, and I just wanted to let you know you are smart, beautiful and will be ok. Hair or no hair, you are great. I know hair can be triggering for us women. But it is just a very very small part of you and does not define you. Do what makes you happy, take care of yourself and try not to let worry about you hair add stress.

[@kellybrown6963]

So glad you are sharing bc I'm trying everything I can

[@ShereeForeman-w8h]

Have been watching your videos & am in a similar dilemma with my hair I am older than you but have also been doing so many supplements, serums& am obsessed with my hair it is such a traumatic thing.please keep doing them I was thinking of the micro needling the roller type but am still hesitant.

[@noddygirl]

Omg she's actually FINALLY using a real FDA approved treatment for FPL. 🤯 That took *way* too long. You should've started minoxidil 3 years ago. Also, SPIRONOLACTONE. Throw all that other snake oil bs in the trash where it belongs. My hair was falling out in clumps like yours Cassandra and since I've started spironolactone my hair fall is miniscule. Such a difference!

[@SallaKaarinaS]

Yes, this! I mean this is clearly stressing her out so why waste time and money on all the bs snake oils when there is FDA approved working treatments...

[@Anonymous4444]

Agreed. I was also waiting for any mention of actual tried and true medical treatments for hair loss rather than products and treatments that have not been rigorously studied.

[@Sandy-of6gq]

She loves to stress she's a "medical" esthetician (whatever that means) but would rather fly to Korea for a medspa hairloss smoothie or use expensive poorly researched products instead of making an appointment with a literal regular dermatologist and starting a regular evidence based treatment. Makes sense

[@noddygirl]

@@Sandy-of6gq agreed 1000%

[@ohsandybeach7907]

Dutasteride has been a god send for me. My dermatologist prescribed it last year and my regrowth has been amazing and the shedding is now a fraction of what it was. I’m on Spironolactine as well but it was prescribed for hormonal/menopause acne. I don’t expect to ever have the head of or amt of hair I used to, but I have soooo much more than I did at the beginning of last year.

[@hermionegranger7184]

I've been through the exact same thing as you... devastating. I tried everything under the sun, and the ONLY thing that worked is 5% topical minoxidil foam, once nightly (I am a 31 year old female with hormonal acne/hair loss). After 3 years of religiously using this every night (generous amounts), my hair is back to its usual state, and I NEVER thought I would get to this point. Initially it shed a lot more in the first few months of use but I trusted the process. I found with the liquid version, I got a lot of hirsutism and also a forehead rash, the foam works much better.

[@loriwilson7666]

Which one do you use please?

[@wenzer2001]

Hi Cassandra! First and foremost, I think your hair looks great! I must say though, after listening to your video, I fully relate. You are obviously a very driven and achievement oriented person and like to solve your own problems (maybe to an excessive degree?) I get it, I am the same! I would advise you to continue experimenting with different approaches, but I think that until you are able to fully accept that there are ebbs and flows in life that are beyond our control, I am not sure how much progress you will see. I think IVF is a good example of this. I have heard so many stories of women that struggled on IVF for years before "giving up" and spontaneously getting pregnant. This is not to say that IVF does not work (obviously it does for many), but I think there is something to be said for "letting go and being at peace with whatever outcome may be". I had sudden onset severe rosacea in 2019 ( the postule type). It was so bad that I thought I would be permanently disfigured. I was experiencing extreme insecurity and fear for the future. I was able to finally find a solution after a lot of research, and today I can easily go makeup free. I do understand the desire to try the "kitchen sink" approach, but if you are still experiencing daily emotional distress from not seeing results I fear that the stress will delay your progress. A few things that were not mentioned that you could also consider would be head inversions (to increase blood flow), beef liver or pre-natal vitamins, also, and most importantly a diet rich in fat (including saturated fats) and protein. I have seen many people adhere to an uber clean diet and for whatever reason end counter intuitively up with thinning hair and nails. I wish you all the best, just remember that however difficult this time in your life feels, there will be a time in the future when you are not even thinking about this issue! (just like your acne journey)!!!

[@jennifermiller9061]

Thank you for sharing! I've been going through a period of stress and I've lost half of my hair to thinning its devastating. Now every time I try to Google I just get more frustrated and confused on how to fix it. Thank you for trying all the things and being honest!

[@superpinkyswear]

Years ago I tried hair growth supplements that contained biotin. I'm acne prone and had gone through a very successful oral isotretinoin treatment and my skin had been clear for at least 7 years by then. The supplements triggered breakouts and I stopped immediately and gave up on figuring out my hair thinning problem. I'd rather have my thin hair than having to deal with acne all over again. However, I got hit hard by post-partum hair loss when I had my daughter. My hair was falling out in clumps. Currently I'm doing rosemary oil pre-wash treatment, scalp massages and k-beauty scalp serums. It does help albeit slowly (hair growth cycle is about 12-14 weeks). Minoxidil is not a sustainable option for me. I don't need big voluptuous head of hair; I just want to look healthy.

[@TheHomeOwner-zs8lp]

The other problem with biotin is that it will make blood tests for Thyroid levels inaccurate. Anyone taking any Biotin supplements has to stop taking them for weeks if not longer before having blood tests for Thyroid.

[@mizzLopez]

Female dealing with hair loss for the last few years. Started with vitamins, vegamor and iRestore. Still had hair loss. Went to derm and it is androgenic alopecia. Started taking finasteride and using minoxidil topically. Not having good results so am going to switch to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Truly feel your pain Cassandra and so hope you find something that helps.

[@landhater]

Thanks for sharing. I have been taking minoxidil orally for almost two years now for hair loss. Although it has done very little if anything for my receeding hairline, it has significantly thickened my hair to the point that i cannot even feel my scalp through my hair. I am going to try microneedling similar to the gentleman that you reference. Wish me luck and i look forward to an update from you.

[@tiffanykurland7024]

I'm giving you advice based on someone who has previously had chronic pain and health issues including migraines and insomnia. I think you might need to focus on diet, and I don't mean to be preachy at all, but I think getting your iron, vitamin D, and B12 tested to see if you have any deficiencies is important, and supplementing if they are low. Also eating more vitamin-E rich foods (like almonds) can help with hair and skin. Also taking probiotics and thyro-support really helped me as well. Finally, getting your hormones tested by an endocrinologist if you are able to, because things like stress and sleep and hair loss all can be hormonally caused. I wish you luck

[@hihowareyou0000]

Your sooooooooo beautiful 😊, stop worrying everything is gonna be alright 👍

[@valkyrieskin]

The entire vegamour brand is amazing! My husband and I have both been using it for over a year after we had post covid hair loss. Our hair has completely transformed over a year! Definitely spring for Gro+ if you can - it’s significantly more hydrating!

[@msk-qp6fn]

My hair was thinning out after covid19. No surprise because I was really stressed and malnutritioned. I lessened the number of the times I washed my hair just to be safe, used dandruff shampoo (ketoconazole), and ate more vegetables, healthy fat and protein and occasionally had some multivitamin pills (focused on vitamin bs). It kinda did the job for me. It took me like almost a year to start to see some improvement though.

[@ojoslindos1002]

I have been vegan for 6 years and I almost went bald. In short, I am no longer vegan and I have the hair of a lioness that I had lost. My body did not get used to it. It changed my life in every way. We humans are not made to be vegan. It is in our DNA. Now I am aware of that it cost me a lot to get it right but my health comes first, good luck to the rest

[@Woo198]

Thank you for making this video. I've started doing the same thing with my skin and designed a whole routine to incorporate everything to get rid of my hyperpigmentation. No more using one thing at a time and being disappointed and I'm just going to keep going with it and stay consistent even if it takes a year 😅 I'm going to do the same with my hair. Use everything I can and just keep consistent. Even if some things make my hair sticky...I mean I put my hair in a bun anyway because I'm so embarrassed about it so I might as well continue while I try to regrow it. Also I can make use of clip in hair pieces to help protect my hair from styling etc. I hope you share your journey with us ❤ remember its a marathon and not a sprint xxx

[@shafahhanif2355]

50% castor oil, 45% coconut oil, 5% rosemary oil - create this mask at home and use it once a week. Leave it on for 30 mins minimum but the longer the better.

[@Pesky_demon]

Friends the answer that most derms will give you are: oral minoxidil + dht blocker (spironolactone is one example) and maybe ketoconazal. Most other things are supplementary

[@SummerBeautyc]

Thank you for mentioning the Laduora! I have it and forget to use it, but I did feel it was helping my hairline along with minoxidil late last yr when I was using it religiously! I had a client that did sessions of micro needling in person at a local place and she did have great results. Was a process, but worked!

[@nataliakozhukh1465]

Wheat sprouts are amazing for hair loss and very budget friendly. Take a spoon or two in the morning. You'll start seeing results within two weeks. It really does wonders for your hair!

[@juliafisherlmmortalbeauty9119]

I have had amazing results micro needling scalp at home. I have FPH. I have also used PRP and micro tox. I also take oral minoxidil. Got my hair back, l hope u have success darling xxx Julia from uk age 48 💖

[@daniellecolbeck1983]

YAS....I have been struggling with hair thinning for a few years now. This year has caused me to kinda freak out. Telogen Effluvium is real and the brutal cycle of stressing about it only contributes to the stress triggering the shedding. Fun! I have used the basic iRestore since 2020 and have thrown who knows how many different serums and shampoos. I am at the "desperate" phase....I am still resisting jumping on the minoxidil.

[@lorinrolens7564]

I used the Briogeo density serum for my postpartum hair loss because so many influencers were talking about it and the ingredients looked good. It worked pretty well for me, but I know that it's a totally different type of hair loss. Though stress and crying and hormones are something I definitely relate to. Love ya, Cassandra 🩷 Hang in there

[@kathrynsteele4543]

I am following this journey pretty religiously. I've started experiencing hair loss from a combination of stress and scalp psoriasis in the last couple of years. I would love if you did a video or two on good treatments for scalp psoriasis. My dermatologist and I are having the hardest time finding anything that works consistently.

[@gwengoll]

I've commented before sharing my sisters and mine experience being vegan for 3 and 6 years, but I'll share again. Despite eating iron rich plant foods, eating it with vitamin c, etc. I got anemia, and experienced other negative health effects. My sister's hair started falling out. Plant iron does not absorb as easily, or at all, compared to meat, and other animal foods. Some people simply needs the vitamins and minerals from animal based foods, meat, eggs, etc. for their bodies to function properly. I love animals and hate eating them, but if I don't my health goes down hill, no matter what plant foods, or supplements i eat.

[@ytaccount9050]

My hair used to be so much thicker and I didn’t know why I started losing so much hair. I had all my bloodwork done and nothing stood out for hair loss (ex: thyroid was fine). The only things that changed is I’ve been “training my hair” to go a week between washes. I’m wondering if my scalp is too oily to go that long between shampooing. Recently I’ve started washing my hair every other day 🤞🏼

[@GabiBrooks]

Same thing for me. I started going back to two washes a week recently and microneedling. Fingers crossed

[@larissarezende25]

I was losing a lot of hair for over six months and only thing that stopped it was red light therapy hat, really happy with that now, use it every day twice ~40 min! But didn’t go for these super expensive brands, bought a cheap certified version for 90 bucks haha but really considering doing micron. for some problematic spots! Thanks for the video! ☺️

[@jmarie419]

My hair has been falling out and it's been devastating. I got my blood taken and my Vitamin D was really low and my DHEA was really high. So I was put on a prescription for Vitamin D and Spironolactone. I'm hoping in time that it helps I also get that serum advertised but I figured it was because I've been looking things up about hair loss.

[@gardenia77]

Cassandra, thank you for sharing your journey so openly. I just want to gently suggest that if you are also experiencing other heakth symptoms, and things dont improve, please consider looking more deeply into the vegan diet and how you may be starving your body of essential nutrients. I hope you feel better soon!

[@TheReversJeans]

I suffered from hair loss after getting off hormonal birth control for about 7 years. It got better, it got worse, it was so straining. Last october I started taking an MSM supplement and my hair loss is literally gone. I'm not afraid to wash my hair, I have so many baby hairs around my face, I haven't had so much hair since I was a Teenager. MSM is relatively cheap, easy to use and doesn't have a lot of side effects, but isn't researched that well yet. But it made all the difference for me and I'll continue to use it.

[@sarahg2643]

I have used Bondi Boost system. Shampoo, conditioner, the 2 sprays also rosemary oil, castor oil and a shea moisture oil that helps shedding. My hair has grown back over my bald spots in about 2 months . Plus I take extra vitamins . My dr has prescribed me a medicine that will help my alopecia and rheumatoid arthritis hopefully. Thank you for your informtative video ! ❤❤

[@evad15]

As someone who was vegan for a decade. Please know this comes from the most loving place. It might be your diet. Before I was vegan I ate poorly (think big bowls of pasta and fast food). So when I went vegan I initially felt so much better because I was actually focusing on eating well. But I think after years of not having the adequate amount of protein my body finally started to feel it. I hit a low point in my health. I had hair loss among other symptoms. After seeing a TCM doctor he recommended that I eat animal protein. And wow it made such a difference. My hair is not back to its former glory but I would say It has gotten so much better.

[@lanycera]

It's almost impossible to be protein deficient in the Western world unless you really just eat junk food. In fact a study found that vegans / vegetarians eat almost 70% more protein than what they need on a daily basis. The only deficiencies that are common are iron + B12, and you can counter them quite easily with a balanced plantbased diet or supplements. I find your comment extremely uneducated and also very much not coming from a "loving place" - knowing that animal welfare is extremely important to her.

[@EdanGrey]

I've been used Regaine (the UK version) 5% foam for several years. The spray includes alcohol so don't recommend as it can make your scalp itchy. This product has changed my life. Yes you have to use it once a day, but I had such a change.

[@noligray5828]

When did you start to see the effects? I am using it for about two years and not sure if I can see the difference...

[@6-Sonic]

@@noligray5828I hate minoxidil. I like red light, not iripoff but panels and I believe micro needling alone did more than with minoxidil.

[@natashaf.8597]

ie tipping culture: YES! I was even in a clothing store the other day that had a tip screen.... Out of control. And I worked in restaurants for a long time making 6 dollars an hour so it's ingrained in my soul to tip well- but I would rather we just have a world where people can afford to live nomatter what they do for work

[@dat1ndnguy]

I know how this feels! I had thick, dense, heavy hair as a teen. We're talking a lions mane! I was paralyzed in a car wreck and my hair instantly fell out in big clumps because of the stress my body was under. Idk whats going on lately but its coming out/breaking more than usual and I ain't having it!

[@Tallie602]

I have trichotillomania and for some reason, I pulled in the area where my bangs are and it was so thin, I looked bald. I bought this powder on Amazon, Boldify Hair Line Powder (cruelty-free, plant-derived squaline per website), and it really looks like you have no hair missing. My sister even thought it all grew back so fast lol. I know it’s not a solution to the hair loss, but it can help cover it up until it does grow back. I hope this helps anyone who is experiencing hair loss as I know it’s really hard to feel like everyone notices your thin areas on your head.

[@AGfarAway]

Oh I feel you, i've been losing my hair for almost 4 years, and its so sad and frustrating to go through this :/

[@irestar6]

If you have insurance the best way is Finasteride or Spironolactone or both in combination. You will need to have a full blood panel first to rule out other possible reasons. If you suffer from depression and are being medicated for that, then you may need to keep track of your moods to ensure that it doesn't make your depression worse. I spent two years on supplements, biotin actually messed with my thyroid. I am now retired as I have another disability and i had a good job when I was working. But I still wouldn't want to be spending the huge amount of money for the light therapy helmets, and after much research, low level laser light therapy in conjunction works best to help stimulate the scalp. But the non fake options are more expensive than 16 and a half years of prescription Finasteride or similar. It is not available for women or men for hair loss on the NHS in the UK but I get a private prescription from my doctor and it's £!5 for every three months.

[@sj4890]

Hey Cassandra, I feel your pain. I have had a really bad hair fall since moving to the US. I have been vegetarian my whole life and the only thing that's worked for me so far is Marine Collagen by vital proteins taken with vitamin C supplement. I was apprehensive about it for a long time because of religious reasons and the fish smell. I tried lots of oils, shampoos, and supplements but this is the only thing that works. So I let go of religious principles a bit and took collagen for my sanity.

[@ciccioblue]

Capileov anti chute!!! That’s the one my dermatologist recommended to me. I’ve been using it for 5 years now. It works absolutely amazing!

[@alli992]

Have you tried coffee and crushed cloves? My husband stumbled upon it. He was using Chagrins coffee and clove soap to wash his hair. He noticed his hair started growing. He's very bald. I looked up coffee and clover and saw this KZbin star take one spoon of instant coffee plus spoonful of crushed cloves. Boiled it like a brew. Filtered. Then rinsed hair several times and wrapped hair up in towel to soak. I think this may have similar effect to what my husband was doing with his Chagrins soap.

[@melindahouston8419]

Coffee and clove hand soap bar? I couldn't find a shampoo bar on their website?

[@alli992]

@@melindahouston8419 yes. It's the bar soap. He's been using as a shampoo.

[@fear_not]

In last 13 years I had several episodes of hair thinning due to thyroid issues. In the past, I was using different types of supplements such as horsetail. It was working fine but last time, few months ago, I cut my hair up to my shoulders as they were really heavy and started using high strength biotin which works miracles on me and after few weeks my hair didn't only stop falling but I also I started to see millions baby hair all over my head! For a while I was using several scalp products (e.g., vitamins in spray, scalp masks and scaling cleansers) which I bough on holidays in Malaysia but had horrible allergic reactions to it such as breakouts all over my scalp. But I do absolutely love biotin!

[@Hoodiehinsch]

My hair was falling out like crazy…. So I went into my dermatologist & they put me on oral minoxidil,spironolactone (twice a day), an iron supplement (ferritin levels were VERY Low) & I also have been taking the Nutrafol. My hair thankfully has been growing back in slowly!

[@jolinalee3887]

Sorry I feel for you. I might have female pattern hair loss too( still need to check with the doctor) but unfortunately there is no cure for it only medication that you need to take forever to have your hair. I hooped ur hair gets better and that’s you can overcome ur traumatic experience ❤️

[@lorijean1487]

Started noticing hairloss at my temples pist menopause 2 years ago. Tried Minoxidil 5% foam. Worked ok. Saw a dermatologist. Started oral Minoxidil plus Spironolactone. That stopped my hair shedding. Follow up at 3 months, we added a topical foam compounded by a pharmacy. It is Minoxidil/Finasteride/Tretinoin. I apply it every night and dermastamp before applying 3 nights a week. Just had another follow up. Substantial growth on one side, not so much on the other. Talked about PRP and iRestore helmet. I bought the white helmet to try. Will follow up in 6 months. Dermatologist said other than trying Nutrafol, oral gummies, Biotin, Vit D, really doesn't help.