How I Stopped my Hair Loss - MASSIVE Hair Growth Update + Tips for Hair Growth

Today I'm sharing what I've done in the last several years to stop my hair loss and actually get new hair growth! Here's more info on the system I have used for over 2 years now: glnk.io/kx65/m... and if you use MARLENA at checkout, you will save money if you decide to try this system out too. This along with changing my diet and finding out my gut issues has been a life saver!
I've struggled with hair loss since about 2012 when my hair suddenly just fell out and I lost 50% of my hair. I saw many doctors and did enough tests to qualify as a science project.... I connected with IRestore to see if their system would work for me and after about 5-6 months of consistent use, saw good results! I also cleaned up my diet, saw holistic doctors to find out what nutrients I was missing, and I cut out starches and sugars. It took a bit to see results after making these changes, but I'm in SO much better spot than I was back in 2012.
PLEASE don't give up on your journey and remember that hair is only ONE of many beautiful aspects about you. Hair does not define your beauty. Sending you all so much love! xoxo
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[@kerryd1478]

My hair loss was definitely hormonal. I was recommended a book, Cleanse to Heal, it's not for everyone but I had to completely change my diet and started taking supplements. After over a year my excessive shedding has finally decreased significantly. Thoughts and prayers to everyone that is going through this, it can be very hard on your confidence 💕

[@chipschneipps609]

What did you eliminate on this diet?

[@lizaw.7313]

What supplements do you take?

[@kerryd1478]

@@lizaw.7313 A lot to be honest. Curcumin, L glutamine, MSM, folate, magnesium, vitamin C, Co Q 10. For liquid B12, Nettle, ashgawanda, and iodine. Spirulina, chaga, barley juice powder and dulse in my smoothies

[@gabbiegdl]

@@kerryd1478 wow! Thank you so much for all the recommendations! In addition to changing my diet I’m also starting PRP hair treatments ooof! 😭

[@kerryd1478]

@@gabbiegdl Happy to help. I did PRP too It helped a lot but the front part of my hair took the hardest hit

[@heenahere35]

I had COVID that lasted a good 12 days. I thought I was ok until I started to notice a loss of more hair than usual. After doing some research, I am realizing it’s from the stress my body had during that time period and also the shampoo I had been using. So I started doing meditation, yoga everyday and changed my shampoo and conditioner to littleextrraa coooconion anti hair fall kit. And now i dont face any hairfall. Thanks for this video! I feel so much better.

[@Suryansh218Chd]

As per my feedback, Cocoonioon shampoo is people who are experiencing hair fall from using low quality shampoo because it effectively reduced my hair fall. This shampoo is natural, but the smell is average at best, and that’s just my personal opinion. The shampoo gave a nice feel without a waste of money. I purchased it at a low price. Keep in mind this review is just my opinion, and it could be different for you.

[@dianamonroy710]

Thank you. I'm 26 and have started losing my hair more and more and it really has affected my self esteem. I try to make jokes about it but I sucks and want to find out how to stop it so thank you for this video because it lets me know I'm not alone.

[@dopehat868]

AIP diet, I’m telling you! I’m 33 and started losing my hair in chunks. When I implemented AIP it all grew back (and the chronic pain condition I have eased dramatically). It’s life changing and I couldn’t recommend it enough. The main culprits for people seem to be gluten, sugar and dairy.

[@Carolina-rd3gh]

@@dopehat868 I have pain on my scalp and I barely eat any sugar or dairy. Worst thing I eat is bread and I still lose hair. You simply cannot regrow hair with diet if the cause is genetic (which is for most people with AGA, the most common hair loss). You have no idea what the cause of hair loss of this person is so it is super irresponsible to be recommending random stuff that worked for you, especially when you could be wasting the person's time by trying out for months something that would never work unless they have your exact problem.

[@marcterstegen1990]

Have you improved??? Has your hair stopped falling out???

[@miaash3870]

Make sure your shampoo is sulfate-free and it contains biotin. Messaging your hair with (rosemary oil + castor oil) every 10 days and leaving it on for some 12 hours is also recommended. Adding MSM to your supplements would be helpful too. Do not forget chicken broth! IT IS GOOD FOR EVERYTHING!

[@nomadesseasmr9715]

@@dopehat868 how long were you on the AIP diet before seeing results? Considering trying!

[@TerryElisabeth]

I feel you, sis! It's like losing your "crown" when you lose your hair. I lost my hair twice and mine came back, and abundantly, through the AIP paleo diet. Reducing stress has also been super important for me as it was the culprit for the autoimmune issues I developed which led to one of my symptoms being hair loss. Thanks for sharing your journey! It's great to see your improvement!

[@MarlenaStell]

I’m so happy you found something that helps!! Love hearing your story too! Xoxo

[@plume1639]

Extreme Stress is what caused my hair loss.

[@staceyb.5878]

What's AIP?

[@TerryElisabeth]

@@staceyb.5878 Hi Stacey! It stands for Autoimmune Protocol. It's a diet designed for people dealing with autoimmune issues. The first phase involves eliminating all foods which are commonly known to cause inflammation and autoimmune reactions. Then, once you experience considerable healing, you reintroduce foods one at a time to see which ones are your triggers. I've been on it since April 2019 and it's the absolute best thing I ever did for my health. I've gotten my life back. If you search AIP paleo you can find lots of info. The book "The Paleo Approach" goes into detail about, not only the diet, but lifestyle changes as well. I don't know if you have autoimmune concerns but I thought I would answer in full for anyone else who might be curious. If you do deal with autoimmune issues, I am glad to answer more questions for you ❤

[@TerryElisabeth]

@@plume1639 Sorry to hear! Same here as well as one of my friends. She lost her hair in entire patches. I lost mine evenly all over my head making it a little easier to camouflage. But we both have our hair back now!

[@shimaass32]

My dear , i have AGA , found out at the end of 2019 , i had such fine hair and tried rogiene but stopped cuz i didn't like applying it two times a day Now in 2022 i have grown my lost hair by 70% (it took time) but i am happy that i pulled through using essential oils methods ( it works but more slowly than other options) also used hair tonics sprays two times a day Changing diet is SO IMPORTANT as you said Green vegetables is such important factors Also i take my vitamins regularly Goning sulphate free in shampoo & conditioner Using silk bonnets I hope my journey hepls anyone You may be sad , but with hard word , it will improve Also your hair doesn't define you , Distract yourself with other things like sports Go STRESS FREE by using less social media , trying other hobbies like knitting (my current) will help reduce so much stress

[@MizAdaV]

Thank you for this Marlena. I’ve been a subscriber of yours for over 10 years and have followed you along your hair loss struggle and have been waiting for this video from you. Unfortunately I am experiencing hair loss and have been thinking of doing red light therapy. I will definitely be looking into this company. For all of those ladies out there going through hair loss you’re not alone! ❤️

[@cphtec]

I came down with the delta variant of covid. Was sick in bed for two weeks. Anyway at the three month mark my hair started to fall off. I mean half of a what you'd say a FULL THICK SET OF HAIR. I ended up with only half. It's been horrifying to me because like I said. I used to have a full set of hair. I've been trying hone remedies of rosemary, aloe vera and coffee and it seems to have helped. Thanks for the inspiration you give. God bless you. I've been following you since what about 12 years ago. Before you had your tummy tuck and your divorce. I love who you are. You're real not fake.

[@nicolettemiller8222]

Okay SAME from delta too

[@elli6117]

Me, my mom and my grandmother too after covid.😢 Please do you have a special recipe with these ingredients? It would help us a lot. Thank you🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@wendymac423]

What an informative and important video Marlena. I have been following you from the very beginning. I love that you are sincere and your genuine caring personality shows through. I have joined you both in tears and in your celebrations. Losing hair for a woman is so traumatic. I have had fibromyalgia for over 20 years. I am 64 and recently cut 4 inches off because I was losing handfulls of hair - it's so emotional. I am rocking a much shorter cut. I have lost 60 pounds in the last number of years and I have changed how I eat. I actually went 1 full year with no sugar. Thank you - this video gives us hope! So much love to you and your beautiful family!

[@cherbizzle]

So glad someone is addressing diet, we literally have the worst food! I'm in my 40's and my body is changing in ways that I hate so decided to take some action. I have recently started gluten free, dairy free, very low sugar, no processed food and no refined oils. I don't know what is working it's magic but I'm feeling good! My libido is coming back, I can go #2 daily (sorry tmi) and finally I can go several showers without cleaning hair out the drain! I bought a red therapy light for my thyroid so I guess I can bend over and stick my head on it haha.

[@dorilyons2286]

I'm closer to 50 now and notice that my hair is much thinner. (I stock up on that Loreal spray!) The only time I really experienced hair loss was after my daughter was born. It came out in massive clumps. I was terrified. My doctor said it was due to stress and hormones. Eventually, within a year, it grew back. I feel for anyone who is dealing with hair loss, it is very traumatic, but I definitely agree, it does not define beauty 💖

[@dossmb]

I definitely am going to look into enzymes!! I have been losing my hair for ten years and I’m 31 now. I am deficient in multiple vitamins and supplements but it’s still a battle. It took me YEARS to not bawl when I just went for a trim. Thank you so much for sharing your journey and being you! 💕 I adore you!

[@anneelias5610]

I know exactly how you feel xx

[@susanb4213]

I have recently had a huge episode of Telegen Effluvium as the result of a Covid-like illness (tested negative but Dr. thinks it was false negative). When I went for a trim, I nearly had a heart attack as my stylist has really bright lights and the truth of the situation was revealed. It was all I could do to not have a hysterical crying jag. Some people scoff and say "Oh for God's sake, it's just hair." NO, it's absolutely devastating and yourare NOT vain or shallow to be heartbroken by this. I'm betting most of the people who are so disdainful of the anxiety this condition produces have never experienced it.

[@marcterstegen1990]

Have you improved??? Has your hair stopped falling out???

[@marcterstegen1990]

@@susanb4213 Have you improved??? Has your hair stopped falling out???

[@susanb4213]

@@marcterstegen1990 For now, yes. I'm seeing a fraction of the hair on the bathroom floor after drying my hair (we have white tile and my hair is dark brown) and in my hairbrush. I've had two consultations with specialists and they say I probably have some degree of hereditary female pattern hair loss AND and episode of Telegen Effluvium, which based on my history of several bouts of this is actually a chronic form of Telegen Effluvium. I have been advised to try a course of oral drugs to battle the chronic TE and the genetic pattern. It's scary to think of taking drugs (and if they work, would need to be for life). I only take one med, and I don't really like the prospect of taking more, but I do not want to go through life with severe hair loss. I don't have Jada's figure and perfect bone structure to pull that off, lol. Thanks for asking. My hairdresser has been a real friend through this-he cuts my hair on his day off so the salon is empty and he took all my photos that the specialists asked for (also on his day off in the empty salon), stored them for me in his drop box, then deleted them from my phone so I wouldn't have to be traumatized by looking at them. What a gem. Thanks for asking.

[@madi7596]

i shaved my head last year and i have never regretted anything more. still trying to get it to a decent length. it truly is like losing your “crown.” thank you for this luvbug, God bless ❤️

[@stampinprn]

Thank you for this video. I have been very sad about my hair loss and this gives me some ideas for things that may help. Thank you also for talking about integrative health. It is so important and many times people do not look beyond traditional doctors for help with their health issues. I am a nurse who is studying to become a functional nutrition counselor.

[@amberfarr9119]

Marlena, you are such a beautiful person inside and out. I always have felt like such a close friend just because of how open you are and how you talk to us and feel like you genuinely care. You could put up a video about anything and I would watch because I love just hanging out with you!

[@foxybrown3857]

I'm struggling with stress hair loss, and it stresses me out even more 😫

[@gillianchanga-nj4lm]

So heartfelt. I can totally relate and to be fair, I really began to notice the hair loss at the age of 48. So not a bad run. I have always had fine straight hair, but 2020 and menopause really decimated my hair. Many moons ago, my grandma used to just rock her wigs. She was never bothered by her hair loss; I have to say I don’t have her confidence for sure.

[@sundaysommers1476]

I’ve been using the IRestore professional helmet for about a year and a half. It has made a huge improvement in thickness and ability to growth length I was looking at wig videos but bought, no I don’t want to give up yet, so I bought the I Restore. I started seeing results after several months. I will never be without it

[@sharamafiz3441]

I’ve been thinking of getting that. How long do you wear the helmet for and how many times a week?

[@sundaysommers1476]

@@sharamafiz3441 I do one or two or cycles AM and PM. Each cycle is 20 minutes. I keep it next to my bed.

[@LydiaKrow]

I also tested negative for Celiac disease (yay!), but when we tested my stool, my naturopath suggested going gluten-free for three months because the gluten was causing other issues (I'm afraid I can't remember the specifics). Turns out, that was the key to my seemingly uncontrollable inflammation. I had gone through some treatments for SIBO, but we weren't able to crack the other issues until I eliminated gluten. In fact, after about 6-8 months I was able to slowly re-introduced eggs and dairy back into my diet, and had no issues with MOST of it (a few issues with skim milk and soft cheese, so I don't eat those). Thanks for the update on your hair, glad you are finding solutions!

[@-TotallySaneCatLady-]

Wow, thank you for sharing your tips. I’ve been dealing with hair loss for the past 5 years. It really humbles you. I’ve been adding vitamins to my system etc.

[@biogirl1381]

i used to have the thickest and most beautiful hair, but i’ve had over 40 major surgeries and allllll the anesthesia took such a toll on my hair, and it started falling out in chunks. then i had a complete hysterectomy in my early 30’s and my hair just stopped growing completely. it’s extremely depressing and i cannot count how many times i’ve literally cried myself to sleep because of it. i drink a ton of water, changed my diet to have zero sugar and no gluten whatsoever but nothing’s working. thank you so much for posting this video.

[@duffgurl85]

Marlena I got really sick in 2020 right when Covid hit. After many hospitalizations I was finally diagnosed with autoimmune cirrhosis of the liver. Then in 2021 Jan I was hospitalized because how low my platelets were. I had to get my spleen removed because of that I had to take blood thinners for clots. When I started that medication in March 2021 I began to lose so much of my hair. It was really hard on my self esteem. Since that happened I’m still struggling trying to get my hair back. My braid literally lost about a inch in width. I just started doing this fenugreek spray for my hair and I already can see my hair growing back and a change in my hair texture for the better. I’m not saying nothing else can help but just saying this after everything I had been trying I can see some changes and thought I’d share. Love ya Marlena 😘♥️

[@Vicki1951]

I absolutely understand what you were going through and working on. Hair does not define all our beauty but as a woman it can become too important. We know this because we spend a lot of time and money attempting to find the perfect hairstyle and color that we want to portray. Thank you for your tips. I have been losing hair for a long time. It keeps growing back in but the amount growing in can not keep up with the amount falling out. I’m sure it has a lot to do with my lifestyle since I am disabled and retired. ❤️

[@Merc2007]

It’s amazing how much diet affects things.

[@MakeuporBreakupBlog]

After basically pestering my doctor about my hair loss, turns out blood test revealed vitamin D was low (due to us being more indoors due to pandemic and not exposed to sunlight). Was prescribed D3 and the massive clumping and shedding stopped! Went off it and the hairloss happened again! Went back to doc to get new prescription of it. I took the double dose vax since then and my hair continues to grow and gain volume. I continue to work on a haircare plan by reducing stress and doing things that make me happy and healthy. I continue to eat my veggies and drink water. Slowly incorporating exercise and take melatonin to help me sleep better. I’m also careful with a towel on wet hair and just blot my hair then wrap in a special hair towel to help dry it gently. My hair has stopped breaking and is more manageable. Have patience and listen to your body. Doctors may laugh but you know your body best too.

[@Ashley-yr5rq]

How long did you take the vitamin D for you to notice the stopping of shedding?

[@MakeuporBreakupBlog]

@@Ashley-yr5rq probably a month or so in. Taking the pill once a week. I didn’t see any more clumps until I stopped the Vitamin D and the clumping was back in two weeks. Went back to doc to renew and clumping stopped in two weeks. That’s when I was like oh 👍🏻

[@cjw8817]

You don't need a prescription for vitamin d3. Also it needs to be taken with k2 for absorption. D3 did nothing for my hair loss

[@tomato0101]

Thank you Marlena!! I would love to see more videos on your diet to help with hair regrowth. I’ve also suffered from hair loss so thank you for sharing this content.

[@TishInTennessee]

Can I just say I adore you. You are so honest and stayed so true to who you are. Your one of 3 KZbinrs I followed a long time ago and out of all of the ones since you are the only one I still so.

[@Agpals]

I was vegan for 3 years and it completely ruined my gut and ability to tolerate certain things. During it and after I began losing a LOT of hair. Turns out my body wasn't absorbing the same vitamins you were deficient in. I just recently began supplementing with the things I need! However I think I damaged my gut just by doing an unhealthy diet. I feel better in just the few days I've been adding in vitamin d and iron :)

[@bethventuresx8283]

Hey, I went through the same thing! I was vegan and I’ve just left that behind because my gut is ruined also. And I’ve noticed my hair thinning..I feel soooo ☠️

[@mcmc8556]

I dont know if you still a vegan but bone broth, low carb- processed free diet can help restore your gut flora. Probiotics can help too. Best wishes and hope you heal

[@charlieg5529]

My dr thinks I have androgenetic alopecia, and last month I had cov.. so what hair I had cov took a third of that .. I’m wearing hair toppers now.. I had to do something to regain my confidence 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’m never going to look the same but I can like the way I look now.. sending you love

[@Jan-kf7bt]

I’m sorry! It’s a heartbreaking thing to go through but you’re still beautiful! Stay strong!

[@rangelchronicles296]

I too had Covid in April and lost so so much hair. Very little has grown back 🥺

[@MarlenaStell]

There’s nothing wrong with doing whatever we can to build our confidence! I’m glad you are healthy now after Covid and are on the other side! Sending you lots of love xoxo

[@veeg.9437]

Your not alone im going though the same thing right now. Ive been looking at wigs all week.

[@charlieg5529]

@@veeg.9437 before I use to get by with extensions.. during cov I panicked purchase a human hair wig and toppers. I’m not “out” about it but I’m not going to lock myself in my house anymore. The quality of these wigs are amazing though. I think that helps with the insecurities

[@akemischofield2726]

I'm so gland that you reached out to the holistic health practitioner and got to the root cause instead of bandaging the symptoms. In the long run, treating symptoms only goes so far, whereas dealing with the root cause, you can reverse the condition in most cases. I had my own health issues in the past and took a similar approach as you and ended up being a holistic nutritional practitioner myself. LOL!

[@TheFolkyboy]

Marlena, you are such a good person. Thank you for showing your vulnerability and being honest and helping people

[@bobbienami7981]

Thank you so much for doing this. I'm crying watching you. I'm or I was 62 when this happened. I own a tattoo studio and a customer recommended a hair dresser who was just starting out and I like giving people a chance and I was like it's just hair it will grow back😂😂😂😂 I was so stupid. That girl broke my hair so bad I lost about 11/2 feet of hair immediately then I had to get more cut off because it kept breaking. It's been a year and it's still breaking and falling out plus whatever she put on my hair made it's way thru my body and my eyelashes fell out. Omg I would have tried anything so when you talk about doctors not being able to help and reading and trying and nothing is working I feel you totally so hearing you today has given me so much hope there aren't even words to thank you but thank you ❤

[@ashleylauren3448]

I have had a lot of stomach issues for many years. I have noticed when my stomach is acting up with IBS etc...my skin appears more dull than normal I break out more my hair looks dull etc...What I have realized with myself is stress and general unhappiness had a huge effect on my stomach health. You forgot to mention one of the biggest things that contributed to healing of your body...your happiness ❤

[@pancakesandtea]

I just had the biggest health revelations with gut being super important to general health and how it is the root of many problems, I used to hear about it but didn't really pay attention to it until I started having gut issues which started contributing to what seemed like other unrelated symptoms. And it's so true stress just exacerbates gut problems, so to fix gut problems, managing stress is a big must

[@Southerncomfort420]

Thank you for this... I'm 47 and post menopausal and have lost so much hair over the last year... hormones are not helping. Onto the next.

[@RealMexFoodShouldntGiveUDrrhea]

My hair started falling out in middle school. I had some condition when I was a toddler in which I had patches of extreme dryness followed by hair loss on said patch. My mom took me to the doctor and he gave me some cream that got rid of it. But then around puberty my hair was falling out in chunks but my lab work came back ok. Flash to me being 33 and my hair hasn’t gotten better at all. It can grow quite long and strong but the density is still quite low. I also did change my diet and started taking supplements but it doesn’t help. I don’t care too much about it most days but sometimes I catch a reflection of myself and nearly cry from how much of my scalp you can see.

[@miaash3870]

Make sure your shampoo is sulfate-free and it contains biotin. Messaging your hair with (rosemary oil + castor oil) every 10 days and leaving it on for some 12 hours is also recommended. Adding MSM to your supplements would be helpful too. Do not forget chicken broth! IT IS GOOD FOR EVERYTHING!

[@leahmiranda8359]

Thank you Marlena! I've been experiencing hair loss as well. It was terrible this past summer! I wasn't getting enough calories (I'm guilty of overdoing everything), though my diet is excellent. I started using Hair Restoration Laboratories Hair Restore Shampoo and conditioner. It isn't minoxidil or any other drug that you have to use forever. It has an ingredient that blocks DHT. My hair stopped falling out almost immediately...I just have the normal 50-100 hairs per day loss. As a super plus, the conditioner is excellent! I don't have to use a second conditioner for softness! I have BACKUPS!!!

[@dollymartin9191]

Try taking zinc. My son has alopecia. Lost all his hair even eyebrows when he was 5. Drs didn’t think it would come back.someone told me to give him zinc. All hair came back in 2nd grade. Still gets a small bald patch once in while. Nothing huge. He’s now 31.

[@GhosstRyder]

My hair totally changed after I had my kids! It used to be thick and wavy. Now it’s thin, pin straight and falling out in chunks. I also use root cover ups but it’s not enough. I started wearing toppers but am at the point where I have to start wearing wigs. I also can’t eat anything with gluten because it makes me very sick. I should try to find a holistic doctor that can help me. Thank you for sharing. It means a lot. ❤️❤️😘😘😘

[@1Aneesa.Zahra1]

Get a blood test and see if your deficient in anything. After a baby they say your will fall out but should grow back.

[@LenaSheppard]

Thank you for doing this! It is a struggle for many. I am so very grateful that you are here keeping us company !

[@Learnandgrow211]

This journey is so hard! It’s hard to leave the house! Thank you, I️ don’t feel so alone.

[@janehuey6960]

I lost my hair twice going through chemo. Excited for it to grow back

[@uskitin]

Hope you're healthy now after your chemo! That must've been really tough to go through

[@janehuey6960]

@@uskitin It was hard on the body but I have a strong faith so that is what kept me going. Thanks for you comment

[@connieruggiero4621]

Thanks for those tips. I’ve struggled with hair loss for years.

[@Dani_sister4peace]

I'm so happy for you I've been losing a bit on top and in the front. Part was age of course and my birth control. But since my iron dipped really low and my calcium. Now I'm auto immune and have Gerd. I swear gerd is a big deal. I'm trying to do less gluten and keto lite. Sugars are so bad for everyone. You're doing it right. Good work and good for being open about it all.

[@egyptianmz]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! I have struggled for about 10 yrs w hair loss myself. I appreciate you sharing your story. ❤☺🥰

[@abbynormal7525]

I have been subscribed for years. Thanks for the update on your hair . That is awesome.

[@sayuriisme9728]

Marlena you are the kindest most lovely person. It is incredible how transparent you have been in order to help others. To me you have always looked Gorgeous, always so well put together. I have followed you for years because of the invaluable information that you share. God bless you and your family throughout the new year

[@tdsollog]

Thank you for sharing. So many of us lose hair so many reasons. I’ve been GF since 2006, and it’s helped.

[@beverlybrumbaugh2567]

I had covid the end of August, about a month ago I started losing my hair. I have always had alot of hair, maybe that is a good thing. I have done some research and found that alot of people have had hair loss after getting covid. I am hoping that it will run its course and be done soon. Thank you for your video.

[@emmawagner471]

Same here. Had covid in Sept., now losing alot of hair ☹️

[@carmenh.2518]

Same I had it in Aug and I’m loosing clumps daily. If this keeps up I will be bald by Feb😞

[@kjan83]

Me too!!! It's so scary to see all the hair, especially after a shower

[@jaimwilson]

I had Covid in July, started losing my hair in October it stopped falling out in the end of November and now it’s finally starting to grow back. I lost like 60% of hair, it was so upsetting, I cried every single time I washed it. But it does stop & grow back. Hang in there!

[@kdevore]

I lost like half my head of hair from covid as well! I have crazy obvious bald spots. Definitely embarrassed but hoping it'll grow back 🤞

[@marlynevelazquez3016]

Crying watching this 😢 thank you for the video 🥹🥹

[@readingsbycara]

Marlena: Thank you for being vulnerable. And sharing ! 💕💖❣ You are beeautiful. 💯 #staywell 💚

[@readingsbycara]

You're right about diet, the triggers (gluten etc), and enzymes. Powerful cocktail of goodness.

[@readingsbycara]

All good things in 2022. 😍❣💝

[@MalenkyGoblin]

Have you tried Platelet-rich plasma therapy? Basically the doctor draws your own blood, extracts the plasma from it, and injects it into your scalp which can promote healing including for androgenic alopecia.

[@ahadabdelmoneim4771]

Hey Marlena, glad you have found a solution! Much love. Try hair plasma treatments PRP as well those help alot!

[@redheaddetective8424]

Those root cover up’s really need to take into consideration that redheads need that shit too. It’s really frustrating trying to find something other than brown or blonde. Growing up, I hated my color, and just wanted to blend in. It took till my mid 30’s to appreciate what i was born with, and I’ve had issues with it falling out for the past few years. Even getting extensions is difficult because you have to buy either blonde or brunette and color them to match the color my hair naturally is. It’s not easy to do that. I’ve even considered buying a wig, but again, there really aren’t any wigs that match my natural color.

[@michellekelly2937]

I really like the "Joan Rivers Great Hair Day Fill-In Powder." It's available in many shades, and they do have a RED shade that you may want to try. I don't have red hair, but I've been very happy with the shade I chose. I find it very natural looking. You can find videos on You Tube to see what it would look like and how to use. I hope you find something that works for you. I feel your frustration. ♥

[@redheaddetective8424]

@@michellekelly2937 Thank you!! I’ll have to try it out!!

[@curiousobserver97]

Redheads are rare gems.

[@redheaddetective8424]

@@curiousobserver97 Thank you!! I don’t head that often, but it’s always nice to hear!!🥰🥰

[@sagecomora3232]

Wow she made me cry I have really been a struggling

[@samantham4033]

Hope you feel better soon 🙏

[@MQS11]

Happy New Year sweetie 💕 Thank you for everything you do, your MUG for over 10 yrs ! 💕

[@sueellenb8353]

I had weight loss surgery and though my hair was thin/fine anyway it was just falling out and brittle and I finally got a really short cut and it’s growing back so slowly. I need to take vitamins but it’s hard. Thank you for sharing your journey

[@Songs-ls2pr]

I’m on the journey too! Green tea rinse seems to be helping reduce shedding. Diet is key for sure. Plus supplements

[@anonymouse6703]

I just bought a clip on bangs human hair topper from Temu for like $3. I can't believe how natural it looks, it helped myself esteem instantly. I've been spraying Fenugreek seed water (soak the seeds in water for 8hrs & refrigerate) into my hair and hoping that'll work. If not, I'm just going to plop down the money for a hair transplant.

[@PetiteLapinChouette]

When I cut out animal products and gluten my hair started bouncing back also helped my skin so much I also added in a probiotic and plant based omega 3! I have tons of new baby hairs now which can get annoying but I can’t complain because it’s new growth!!

[@evelynmelian-glick436]

I am a HUGE fan of you Marlena! You are an inspiration! Thank you for your vulnerability- I suffer from hair loss too! It’s devastating. Sending much love 🌸💕

[@yogitasingh3166]

Somebody once rightly said " Hair dosent grow from the head, grows from the gut "!

[@wendilafever7357]

We love you and your truthfulness Thank you for sharing all that you do. Happy New Year to your beautiful family

[@EnjoyBeauty7]

Your wonderful. Thank you for your tips,genuine kindness, and honesty.

[@karenfarrell6158]

About 4minutes of scalp massage has helped restore my hair. The l’Oreal hair treatment has so many toxic ingredients. Apparently a healthy scalp is important for hair growth. I use Nutrafol shampoo and love it. Following a low inflammatory diet is improving (ie the Mediterranean diet). Integrative MD Mark Hymen’s wife went to Italy, ate their pasta and had no health issues. The Roundup (glyphosate) apparently damages the BBC lining of the gut causing a m

[@MrsMamaBear27]

I LOVE your hair!! You are so beautiful Marlena! :)

[@CharmingGuru]

That's a powerful video to share, and full of great tips.

[@kam0406]

I started using 5% Rogaine about 10 years ago, but stopped over the past few years. My hair loss dramatically restarted. I just resumed using minoxidil and within about a month, my hair stopped shedding. Within 3 months my hairline was vastly improved and filled in. The only thing I've noticed this time around is that I have an increase in peach fuzz on my face as well as on my body! That is easily removed, so I cope with it. I also use my red light face mask on my head for 20 minutes. Together, this seems to be doing the trick. Even though the mask doesn't cover my entire head, I am still seeing results. It covers the majority of the front and sides of my head as well as the crown area. My hair isn't only not falling out, it is actually growing longer! I recently cut the ends off that were so thin due to all the hairs being different lengths. Since the red-light mask can be used for both the face and the head and its the correct wavelength to help anti age and treat hair loss, the investment in the mask was well worth it.

[@daniellep1251]

Thank you so much for this video ❤️ This is why I adore you! I feel like we are girlfriends and just chatting. Im dealing with a lot of these issues and lots of grey hair and it’s been upsetting me to be honest. Im glad I’m not alone and that you aren’t afraid to keep it real. You are always trying to help others and I appreciate that. Have a wonderful New Years! 😘 xoxo

[@Karinachavez1403]

Marlena!!!! I adore you and I will miss Makeup Geek more than you know. Thanks for this vid, struggling with hair loss at the moment

[@MrzBadaBing]

Omg girl when I lost weight at 18 I lost about 30 lbs but I lost so much hair I used to have coke bottle thick hair and it was so thin you could see my scalp . It did grow back eventually but not as thick and I gained weight I’m 33 now and been struggling with my weight ever since I finally lost 50 lbs but I’m losing so much of my hair again but mostly on my front right side of my head it’s sooo thin I already seen doctors and there’s nothing it’s so frustrating. I’m going to try to see a natural doctor because there has to be something triggering this hair loss. It’s depressing I mean my hair looks thick cause it’s long but when I grab my hair y’all it’s like a string . I really hope my hair gets to the thickness it used to be I tell everyone never complain about your thick hair cause I used to complain when I was little how much I hated my thick hair …

[@abbiejoliec3133]

Happy New Year Marlena!!!

[@lizeth101702]

Thank you for this video! I can literally reach thru this video and feel the love. I needed this

[@nickylanahensel2682]

Yes red light therapy is amazing 👏 I also suggest rosemary oil , peppermint oil. Stimulate scalp just boosting thickness. Helps Try it too

[@Reallychris_]

Sis you are absolutely stunning!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@budgetingwithkate]

Thank you for this video Marlena!

[@robinkrieger8003]

My first stop was the dermatologist ….I have telogen effluvium….I am doing everything. …nutrafol, juice plus, fish oil, red light therapy and rogaine. I also had my gallbladder out ….it does seem to all help. The red light has a money back guarantee (irestore)

[@lornakurien7962]

After I had typhoid and a relapse in the 90s my beautiful luscious hair fell rapidly. I've given up after trying every damn thing under the sun. You name it, I tried it, except for minoxidil. I am searching for virgin hair extensions, and I'm home free.

[@elsabevanrensburg2538]

Thank you for this video. I have been struggling with this. I also went to see a holistic doctor this year that told me the same thing (gluten, diary and sugar cause so much problems). I feel most videos out there is just apply this and drink this and everything will be ok. They don't look for the cause

[@snudder.s.m.l.5026]

Happy new year to you and your family and fur baby's. Big hugs from Stine from Denmark 💖💝🎀🎊🌹🥰

[@jujubunnybea]

You ~ and ~ your hair look BEAUTIFUL 🥰 Happy New Year 🥳

[@abeer_nawaf_sul]

Thank you! Very informative and spreads hope🥺❤️

[@jenniferreynoso8231]

After menopause and weight loss surgery I've lost 50% of my fine hair. I'm so sad about it.

[@1liberaldem]

Not about hair, but it seems that since you've been living in Texas, you've added "you all"! How soon will it just be "y'all"?!! Love you Marlena!

[@LuvsSno]

Health issues, medications (such as anti-depressants), stress, pregnancy, too many hair products, not brushing your hair daily.. are only a few of the things that can lead to hair loss.. hair regrowth serums only work as long as you keep using the product, BUT the hair comes right back out once you stop because the follicle is not being stimulated..

[@cleopatra72]

I really appreciate this video! I had hair transplant surgery that cost 7,000 that led to “hair shock” which made more of my hair fall out. I went to Bosley in Boston. I am very low on vitamin D and sometimes anemic, also gut issues! Which I’m going to now see a holistic dr because of this video. I was going to buy this red led cap from a professional drs office but it is 3,000 and I need to get my body under control so until then I use my red led face mask 😂 on top of my head after I use it on my face, it’s the omnielux which is flat and flexible. I’m getting another biopsy next month and I’m going to try veagmore (spelling sorry) . It really is embarrassing and your confidence definitely takes a hit! I also use topix for year , it’s a fiber powder and the revlon spray but I’m starting to think the more I’ve used it the more I’m losing ….I think it might be clogging my follicles (just a thought)! Thank you again and I’m going to order those supplements asap …wish you left a link but I’ll find them ..xxxx

[@jennymoser8577]

Thank you so much! You made my day!💖

[@JENNI72651]

I almost bought this today on Amazon. It’s around $1k. I started taking Dr. Mercola’s Hair, Skin & Nails supplement last week and hoping this will start helping soon. The Root Magic spray is fantastic! I’ve used it for a couple of years but recently, my husband had to use it due to an “oopsie” that happened during a side trim that I was involved in…. He turned his head towards me slightly, which caused the uneven electric razor gash. He’s about as “caveman” as they come and even he appreciated the coverage that root magic offered. LOL 😁 You’re smile is so perfect! Please, never consider veneers. Your smile is perfection! Sei bellissima💕

[@inkyapron1862]

Doctors do not warn patients about how destructive gallbladder removal can be. I lost my health after the surgery, and went through a decade of malnutrition before arriving to many of the same solutions you have found. I still have chronic fatigue and migraines but not losing so much hair.

[@Remyredd007]

In addition to hair loss, does anyone’s scalp feel itchy? Like an allergic reaction?

[@jaimeh761]

I was diagnosed with environmental. alopecia. So my hair has receded from my forehead. My 3 head turned into a 5+ head. 3 dermatologists gave me the same diagnosis and all of them prescribed clobetasol which is a strong topical medicine. It wont bring it back but is supposed to stop it. I dont see much difference. Funny I started moving my Dr Dennis Gross led mask up to my hairline. Ill be interested to see if it does anything. I tried bangs to hide my receding hairline but i hate having hair in my face. It sucks because since its my hairline, sprays and stuff don't work as camoflage for me.

[@neny1009]

Ooh im here for this

[@poo9305]

I've been losing hair quit a long time but I do onion juice, aloe, massage, hair thickening products you name it I have been doing EVERYTHING... I checked all blood work, all negative no issues with me nut I can't ignore that I have been going through massive stress and depression.. I used to have too much hair and people always gave me compliments about my hair but now I have lots of skin started showing with so little hair left... I just order Rogain...I think I should try the laser tool..it's expensive plus what if it doesn't do any improvements to me... I am even scared of washing my hair..

[@betyourbottomdollar7]

Thanks Marlena💕

[@djmindy]

Marlena I'm so happy you share your journey with us. I love that you took action and sought out integrative/holistic/functional medicine. That is great you got to deep dive and find out the source and causes of your hair loss. I know it's not simple but you're hair results and improvement shows. I've had a co-worker who uses that Irestore as well and heard from a doctor that it does work but it must be used consistently and overtime just as everything else in life is. I wonder if you ever looked into PRF injections to assist with hair growth it's autologous (from your own body) so it's natural. But love your story and tips. Love all that you do and stand for ❣️👏

[@KathrynRoberts60]

I was REALLY Sick for 6-weeks with SARS-COV-2 (the virus the BATS had) from 12/21 to 01/22, part of it in the hospital in Isolation. I began losing my hair while I was sick, now fast forward over 5 months later I have lost 80% of it and it continues to fall out. AND, I am still dealing with multiple, ongoing virus symptoms. This is one of the most traumatic things I have ever gone through... I use to be the one stylists had to take so much time with because I had sooo much hair 😢

[@catmama54]

Can you mention the brand if the enzymes. I’m so sick of them giving me meds. I’m giving up the same things gluten dairy sugar and follow low fat diet.My GB was removed a few years ago and I’m still suffering with similar issues. Hair looks fabulous

[@lindsaylopez-segura9317]

Thank you! You inspire hope!

[@Sillygrammy]

May I ask the name of your teasing brush you mentioned? I looked on your amazon page and only saw reg paddle brushes. Your hair looks BEAUTIFUL today, never would have known all you been through!

[@zahe87]

Congratulaciones y que buenas noticias! Felicidades y espero lo mejor para todas ustedes mujeres bellas de este canal! Dios las continúe bendiciendo!

[@StyleChatter]

Thank you so, so much for this video, Marlena! I have been losing hair too, and it's definitely genetic because my mom has lost a lot her hair too from a younger age. I am going to try these tips, in addition to seeing an integrative doctor. How did you find that doctor? Did you call your insurance? Also, what did you do regarding washing/shampooing your hair while you were doing these other things as well?

[@RichelleLynn504]

I really want to grow my hair long down to my butt. Do u think the irestore is good for length growth or is it only for thickening?