How to Stop Hair Thinning! Dermatologist’s Secrets for Hair Loss | Dr. Shereene Idriss

[@Spikypotato.]

THANK YOU for mentioning that minoxidil is toxic to dogs and cats❤ it is so important to know!

[@dianeerickson7212]

Yes! 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@harmonandrews2849]

Is it toxic to rabbits?

[@Ilive_420]

​​@@harmonandrews2849I would think so, if it's toxic to dogs and cats I think it's toxic to other fragile pets, it's just that cats and dogs are most common, so people only specify those two. Ik I'm not letting that near my parrots 😅

[@shandel499]

YES! Almost no where does it state IN BOLD about pets. Anywhere your head touches could harm your pets.. blankets, pillows, clothing. I am losing most of my hair @ 37 and would do almost anything; but harm my pets.

[@tiffanymorgado7300]

Is Even toxic for humans and give you headaches

[@blackbear52able]

I can tell that you are not as bubbly as you usually are and understandably so. I hope that any family or friends you have in Lebanon stay safe.

[@r.i.t.i.k.a]

​@@evarkf Wild guess : you like stealing homes don't you?

[@Laenerysp]

@@evarkfstay safe

[@annarise33]

I noticed the same thing. Be well, Shereene. Sending you love. You have a community here that cares for you. You are not alone. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@therabbithat]

Thinking of people in Lebanon every day. May they and all their civilian neighbours be safe and please please please let there be peace soon.

[@Dogandcatmom51]

How toxic is minoxidil to cats and dogs? Is it toxic to them once it’s dry on your head or on an object like a pillow or hat?

[@sophiadc]

I'm so glad you recorded this episode! As a person who always struggled with thinning, brittle hair, I went down the rabbit hole of hair care. My journey has begun exactly 2 years ago when in Poland (when I'm from) "włosing" ("hairing") trend grew big. It's all about the right techniques of taking care of one's hair and learning how to read product ingredients. With a very few changes to my normal routine my hair started to grow and stay on my scalp. If I had to pick only one thing that was a game changer, it's massaging my scalp for a minute when I wash my head. Not hair, just the scalp. The foam will drip down your hair washing it, no need to "laundry" your hair. I have not been consistent with enzymatic peelings on my scalp which usually helps with hair growth. I have not been consistent with with applying the proper scalp product either because the good stuff is easily available in Poland and I can bring back only that much to the US in my luggage. And I do have this lovely red LED helmet but my husband uses it more regularly than me. Regardless of this, the very fact I massage my scalp has transformed my hair! Also, I don't use a towel to dry my hair. Use a cotton t-shirt to minimize the damage. Use a hairbrush (wet paddle brush) to distribute your conditioner. Use a silk pillow and silk hairbands. For curls, I recommend silk curlers. That's all you need to really improve the look of your hair once you choose the right products that suit you. To sum it up, HOW you apply is as important as WHAT you apply.

[@shereeneidriss]

❤❤❤ thank you for sharing your tips!

[@thatmagicalbeing]

Curious to know about your age and how often you massage your scalp?

[@sophiadc]

@thatmagicalbeing 37. I wash my hair (and massage my scalp) usually every day in the morning. 2-3 times a week I also massage in some scalp cosmetics but I'm not very consistent with this. I had high TSH, hypoglycemia, tetany, and high-stress levels for a long time but around COVID lockdowns I started to sleep longer (as in starting working remotely) which improved my overall health so it's also a factor. But I (and my hairdresser!) noticed a difference after I implemented the changes I wrote about. I hope thet helps!

[@thatmagicalbeing]

@@sophiadc Thank you for sharing! Brushing hair (the scalp) helps to stimulate the scalp so massaging it definitely works the same. I don’t brush, wash and putting serum on my hair everyday, I try to but very so often miss a day or so in between. Seeing your experience encourages me there is still hope to grow back some of the losing hair. My friends and I are starting to notice our hair loss in our 30s, and constantly working on the issue. It’s definitely something what age do to us, so we could only do what we could to slow down the process.

[@k.s.9736]

Dziękuję za informację, a jakie produkty używasz na skórę głowy?

[@fijibeach1992]

hey shereene idriss, im so sorry that youve had a tough time, i send you the best energy and warmth, its really helpful to watch your videos and you contribute to peoples well being.

[@lizakhan3509]

U r the most honest and true dermatologist I have ever seen such a informative video this is... Thank you so much

[@shereeneidriss]

Thank you so much ❤

[@ammonitelight]

I'm almost 47 and perimenopausal and prone to hair shedding thanks to hypothyroidism. I don't have thick hair to begin with so I'm always nervous about losing too much hair. I noticed that my hair seemed a little thinner and my hairline seemed to have gotten a little further back. Despite this, my hair still grows quickly and doesn't have breakage, so at least I don't have to deal with those issues. I started taking Verisol collagen (5 gms of the powder) for my skin and joints three months ago, not really expecting anything for my hair, and, after about 8 weeks, I started to notice that my hair part looked narrower and my hair looked thicker at the roots. The side of my hairline where it had thinned more looks like it's filled in a little, which is exciting. My overall hair quality looks really good lately- just extra shiny and healthy looking. So, that might be worth trying if you have midlife hair thinning.

[@niamhbyrne4036]

Which brand?

[@foreveryoursunconditionally]

Can you please tell us the brand?

[@shalon4jc2]

Verisol collagen powder? Where do you buy it?

[@zerotoleranceforsataniceli4794]

Is Verisoll Collagen superior to other Collagen ? If so, what's in it that males it a better product ? Thanks

[@pansylo7587]

​@@zerotoleranceforsataniceli4794o

[@StephanieOprandi]

Kerastase leave in heat protectant is hands down the best. I’m a hairdresser for 13+ years and switched over to be a nurse and now a nurse practitioner for the last year. So you’re speaking my lingo in regards to art and science. Give it a try you won’t regret it. There’s an orange one and a green one. Orange is more hydrating and the green is more for protein and breakage. The product is specifically called thermique

[@mariahsmom9457]

I tired Kerastase shampoo and lost loads of hair with it. Many people have had similar problems with Kerastase.

[@kookootrix1978]

Would the Thermique benefit me if I never heat style or blow dry? Thanks 💙

[@adrianadetrinidad901]

"When it comes to medicine there's an art, when it comes to science there's an art. And that's why sometime with scientific things you have to see it through the lens, of not just the scientific information, but also through the lens of the patient and how you're going to make that patient best adhere to a protocol. And that's where the art comes in." Bravo Dr. Well said.

[@leemccray3908]

Would you please do a video discussing the male-pattern hair thinning/loss for those of us women who suffer from PCOS & how to address that to regrow hair? Thank you for everything that you do!!😊❤

[@arianeorr4148]

Exercise increses blood flow. My hair grew out once i starting working out last year.

[@anniesimone]

Thank you dr Idriss for not only great tips! (always!), but also being honest about your own journey! You're the real deal!🌸

[@shereeneidriss]

❤❤❤❤

[@Cathangel]

If you’re still testing out products to help with hair thinning/hair loss, the Pura d’Or shampoos & their serum specifically targeting hair thinning concerns helped me reduce a great deal the amount of hair I was shedding every day. The original gold label that has 17 DHT blockers is the one I would recommend for those with advanced hair loss and/or coarse hair. Otherwise, for those like me who are in the beginning stages of hair thinning/hair loss and/or have medium to fine hair, I would go with the blue label that still has like 15 DHT blockers but is not so heavy on the hair. As for the rest, well, nutrition wise, testing your vitamin D, iron, zinc, folate & B12 levels to see if you need to specifically supplement with something is not a bad idea. If you’re colouring your hair, a good hair mask for the first 2 washes following your hair appointment will help strengthen your hair & limit the loss of density due to cumulative breakage because colouring is a drying process for your hair. And finally, a good leave in conditioner & a good bonding oil for your ends after a hair wash helps to strengthen your hair health on a regular basis.

[@KPJ923]

This! Also- Routine Wellness shampoo and conditioner are some other good ones. Agree about the vitamins- makes a huge difference. Also, maybe using products best for your hair type. I asked ChatGTP (haha) for best products for type 1A, fine, high-porosity hair & it gave me some good weekly mask recommendations!

[@shaimaya1117]

are you still using the shampoo and serum you mentioned and how is it going please update us

[@Cathangel]

@ I’m still using all of it. My hair is growing back and density is coming back. It’s a long process because I have years of damage to repair due to coloring & contracting Covid twice in the past few years.

[@sc5829]

Thank you for being so honest. You'd think what you went through, you wouldn't have any hair left, but I'm glad you do. I admire your resilience. It makes me realize we all have our crosses to bear.

[@BEABE4242]

I'm watching this video right in time,in the middle of my stress hair loss and all the drama that it brings.

[@kellybrown6963]

Same

[@elizabethwilk9615]

When it started for me I didn’t even want to go to a salon. I was so embarrassed to have thinning hair now I see how silly that was. I used red light therapy and the caffeine shampoos, rosemary oil and dandruff shampoo. All of the at has helped but I never went back to my original hair but it’s better. I will try minoxidil yet I can’t afford to shed any hair at first.

[@miraalhomoud]

Ladies I think we are all in this together but please don't let it bring you down instead use this as a motivational push and start with your regain hair back journey, it is long but will pay off. I have been adding daily tonic to hair, rosemary shampoo and nizoral alternating massaging hair everyday via tonic using wooden wide comb and avoiding blowdrying as much as possible and 2 times a week oiling hair (my own home made mix of all good oils- rosemary,castor,mint, black seed oil, sesame oil, fenugreek oil and adding actual sage leaves, bay leaves and some cloves if you have hemp seeds throw some in too. I swear by this oil started during covid but was not consistent but was for my mom who was 70 then and by time she passed I promise she had the thickest braid ever. Also taking vitamin E, pumpkin seed oil pills and vitamin D.

[@Bennasibikariyimyaw]

Stress can be gone. But once you have hsir loss bc of health probs or hormonal problems it's too hard to fight. I almost cry missing my dense hair and doctors don't understand me. When i see girls with dense and long hair i just don't want to go outside and stay at home all day... but i have university to go.

[@Bennasibikariyimyaw]

​​@@miraalhomoudavoiding blowdry is not a good thing i think. Cause it's not straightening your hair with heat. It just helps your hair to get less frizzy and hinders headaches and even more.

[@Dubbah08]

Hi Dr. Shereen, With the ongoing events at your home country of Lebanon, it is no surprise that you’re not your usual energetic self. And it’s ok to not to be okay. But I just wanted to take this opportunity to genuinely thank you for taking the time to still educate us Nerds, you’re truly a gem. Sending you lots of love. Praying that Lebanon and Gaza stays safe ♥️🤍💚

[@tokyonobara]

Well they would be if they’re weren’t islamistic terrorists 🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱

[@michaelagurska387]

Oh, i didn’t know Dr.Shereen was lebanese ❤

[@selya-v9d]

Dont worry. She doesnt give a f.

[@harmonandrews2849]

@@selya-v9dYep. She seems like such a shallow person.

[@NN-zk4uz]

"Stay safe"? People are slaughtered in the thousands with the help of the U.S. (as per usual)

[@zinatm9530]

Everyone’s journey and experiences are different- I’ll just share what I’m doing and works well for me and helps me to at least maintain. I can’t help the hair thats broken off, but I am using the bond repair products and I think they help. I’m focusing on growing new thicker hair also. I increased my protein intake. Work on scalp health with taking omega 3, zinc and vitamin D from supplement and sun bathe for 15 a day (which also helps my mental). I’m using ammonia based hair dye to minimize hair damage- for my root touch ups. Have considered minoxidil, but I am liking and feeling good about this route and want to avoid drugs if I can. 50 y/o peri menopausal, with psoriasis , and fellow doc here. Thank you for sharing and Good luck to all on your hair journey ❤

[@vickierotell4995]

Great video. I was extremely low in vitamin D for 3 years or more. I was shedding so much I created hair balls on my carpet in the bedroom. I've been taking 3000 IUs for 2 years and my vitamin D hit 400. I'm seeing new growth slowly. I'm post menopause. Can't wait for next week's facial hair seems like they're I lost on my head the more o grew on my face

[@muchasalud2011]

Careful, that is a very high level. Too much pro hormone D (it is not a vitamin) is harmful.

[@AffirmationTavern]

Your skin is looking the glowiest and smoothest I've ever seen it. Could you make a video of what you have been doing to get such beautiful glass skin?

[@lovelifeandothers6784]

Please take care that’s an awful lot of stress for one person ❤

[@Juulieeee__1]

Thank you Shereene. Praying for your beautiful Lebanon and all of your loved ones 🙏🏼❤️🇱🇧

[@mariaprice5972]

Thanks so much for the info Doc!! For a woman hair is so important it’s your glory

[@susanheffley3748]

Mixed reasons for hair loss here as well. Oral minoxidil helped me as well. Took 6 months to notice a change. I’ve added oral finasteride now as well because I still have sparse frontal loss. Still waiting for that to improve. I take b12 , D , and iron. Covid infections more times than I can count have also taken their toll. Plus menopause…yay. Best wishes to you and everyone with hair loss. It’s a bummer.

[@iamsotiredofliving]

Women can take finasteride?

[@MariaMLoBalsamo]

Hi how many mg's of oral minoxidil?

[@eliseraifman4766]

I have been experiencing hair loss over the past few years (I’m 64 years old) I have been on Rogaine, the men’s version, for the past year. It is definitely helping. I have also incorporated The Ordinary serum for hair density in the am. I tried Nizerol but had the worst allergic reaction of my life. Surprisingly not as bad to my scalp but the itch and burn on my neck lasted a week! I now use Viviscal shampoo and conditioner and they are making my hair look fuller. I now have long silver curls that I am always getting compliments on.

[@g911g]

This was amazing!! More hair loss videos please!

[@emkn1479]

Great to know that Nizoral has side benefits. I use it for scalp issues from time to time…gonna use it more often now. It’s the only “dandruff” style shampoo that doesn’t cause nasty buildup with my hard water.

[@leasanders3902]

Thank you so much for this video. I have been now for approximately 2 years on minoxidil pills. I will never stop! The first 3 to 6 were really frightening. I thought I’d go bald. I had been warned and then comforted by my dermatologist that it is a passing phase. I’m so glad I stuck to it. I have now a lot of hair again absolutely love it! I also experience more hair growth around my mouth and chin. It is annoying but easy to shave it off. Thank you for the tip to use the pill only 4 times a week. I will try it! Thank you so much for informing us!

[@genevievepiquette966]

do you have a brand name for the minoxidil pils ? thanks

[@leasanders3902]

@@genevievepiquette966 minoxidil is rogaine same stuff. It's an hyper tension medication that has been on the market for a long time.

[@SCK222]

Thank you for another great video!!!! ❤I saw a video 8 months ago and left a long comment. I was "new" to this whole hairloss topic and I have to say, not much has changed and I'll probably now start oral Minoxidil, even though I really didn't want to initially. The last hair clinic I went to said they'd put me on Minoxidil and something else and 25 sessions of laser therapy. That was were the selling part started again (if you buy now, you safe 900€ and only pay 2000€ but you have to sign until tomorrow!) and I lost all my trust. I read they gave patients free upgrades or extras in return for 5* reviews written in front of them and I think, if they really helped people, they wouldn't need to do that. It's probably the Minoxidil that does the trick and not the expensive laser sessions. I'm now thinking of rather buying the iRestore laser helmet device instead and would love to know what you think about it, as it is really expensive. If you or anyone else here has experience, please share 🙏

[@kittyflint5446]

I have stick straight hair which is a mixed blessing, but I cannot use conditioner, it weights my hair down and makes me look as though my hair is thin which is not the case, I have lots of hair. In desperation I tried what my grandmother used to rinse my hair when I was a very small child. Five parts water to one part cider vinegar pour through your hair after washing and messaged into your scalp and then thoroughly rinse. It detangles your hair and does not weigh it down, it doesn't damage your color, and leaves hair soft and shiny. Works for me!

[@e.d.3729]

I'm sorry about what's happening to Lebanon. Sincere condolences.

[@hoesmad8445]

Lmao tf is this comment

[@adrianacanavati8212]

As well as Gaza

[@bar1338]

​@@adrianacanavati8212at least Gazans didn't get kidnapped and kept as hostages (including kids and BABIES) for over a year now, like happened to Israel.

[@subhashchandra3318]

Please make a video about grey hair for both men and women. Also discuss Prey mature greying of hairs in today's generation

[@myri5447]

Yees !! They should do some statistics on it cause it's so commun these days , maybe it's because of our diet!!

[@pippasergeant]

Just dye it, rather grey than none 🤷‍♀️

[@HealthWealth-sy2jq]

Yes please! I’m getting more and more grays every month. Is there anything we can do to prevent or stop this?

[@drebae95]

I've been using pumpkinseed oil mixed with doterra rosemary and peppermint essential oils and ive seen a lot of growth 🙌 And sometimes i will rub coffee on my scalp. Caffiene stimulates hair follicles

[@mareehartley2700]

Does this make your scalp oily? How often do you use this?

[@Ilive_420]

Rosemary with peppermint made me shed definitely less. I don't know if it's genuinely those oils or something else that stopped it without me knowing, but my hair did stop falling out so much after I started using those.

[@elizabethwilk9615]

@@Ilive_420with what do you mix rosemary oil because it is very strong or have a strong smell

[@chosenandblessed9040]

What's the ratio

[@alisasiddiq9182]

​@@chosenandblessed9040😂No one is going to reply. Ask Gemini!

[@hexmaniacciaran]

so I've been on a mix of finasteride and minoxidil in pill form, I take that daily with biotin and I derma-stamp twice per week with a hair serum - I've started reversing loss on my crown and my hairline is starting to grow back - as someone that's been losing hair since 17 I feel so much better and I can't wait to see where I am in the next year

[@ytuseracct]

If it's in pill form won't you grow hair on the rest of your body?

[@HannahShayan-fd2rt]

Finalyyyyyy! Thank you. I have been suffering so much despite being "famous" for my hair when I was in my 20s and 30s😢

[@ppyli]

This happened to me too, I had so much thick hair and two years of illness made me loose more than half of it. Minoxidil is not working much but I’ll keep trying 😢

[@HannahShayan-fd2rt]

@@ppyli oh no, I am so sorry. That sounds serious. All the best, I am sure you will get better!

[@ppyli]

@@HannahShayan-fd2rt thank you 🌷🌷🌷

[@kellyvendrasco1945]

Same Sis! Same! I was Maid of Honour in my best friends wedding August 27th 2022. The most gorgeous long blonde thick beautiful hair. Fast Forward 2 years later. Been diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia and lost so much hair I have to wear cheap wigs. I hate going out in public!!!! Hugs to you and all those suffering with hairloss! It is the devil!!! 🫂🙏🏻💕

[@kellyvendrasco1945]

I too was "famous" for my hair!😭

[@melindavalle173]

Thank you and WOW, just WOW! I’ve spent this entire week looking into products to reduce hair thinning in my bangs. I even splurged on a Dyson hair dryer which dries hair without heat (still in the box). I’ve been only using Nizoral since your recommendation months ago. My rogaine remains in its pkg bc I read about the hair shedding which I don’t want. I will try the living proof - sounds good. I’m also going to order Spoiled Child which has rosemary in it. My next splurge is the I restore helmet. About the supplements, will talk to my oncologist. I cannot tell you how surprised I was to wake up to your video. I think that’s called serendipity. I remember you talking about your hair loss months ago and I’ve been watching your hair get thicker and thicker. I’ve wanted to tell you so but it was always off topic. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for helping us Nerds and lightening our days in stressful times. You are a true gem.❤❤❤🥰

[@Stephanie_Elizabeth]

Thank you so so much for this video!! I'm 40 and have been struggling with frontal hair loss for years. I tried Viviscal and had success but went through job transitions and stopped buying it- wow did the hair loss come back HARD and FAST so you are absolutely a queen for mentioning first off that this is something we will have to do for the rest of our lives. I went straight to Nutrafol per your recommendation and it's working great but I will go back to Viviscal because I can get 3 months worth for the price of 1 month of Nutrafol so if you haven't tried that one yet- I highly recommend it :) thank you again!! 💕

[@thatmagicalbeing]

Are you only taking the Viviscal supplement or do you also use any of their products like the serum? 🤍

[@Stephanie_Elizabeth]

@@thatmagicalbeingI only used the pills :) had great success! But we can't ever stop them or the hair loss comes back quickly. Hope it works for you too! I saw results in the first month 💕

[@cynthialopez2084]

@@Stephanie_ElizabethViviscal has worked amazingly for me also!

[@AreebaGilani]

Always so on point Dr Shereene 😍😍. Could you pls also talk on hair frizziness and dry n brittle hair that could be so great too .

[@emsyloulou2164]

I have this problem which seems to just get worse over time. Someone said a real silk pillowcase or silk sleeping caps. I haven't tried yet but has anyone had an improvement in frizz and brittle hair using these?

[@anniesimone]

​@@emsyloulou2164It works! You get shiny soft hair if either put a silk hat at night (I prefer that)or a silk pillowcase.

[@AutumnElaine]

With everything going on, I want to thank you for tending to your needs, let alone sharing a little piece of Dr Idress with us. Just a reminder that you do not have to do that, but we appreciate when you do. If there's a way for the community to be supportive of you, please let us know. Be well. Or as much as you're able to. 💛

[@lisacarter963]

I feel so seen when you greet us as little nerds 😂 I’m 54 been on hrt for the last year and half but I can see my hair starting to thin… so the timing of this is great thank you!

[@annem5890]

I am 57 and about to start HRT/ do you think your hair is thinning from the HRT?

[@lisacarter963]

@@annem5890 no not at all - on the contrary I think without it I might be seeing more thinning - although I’m not a doctor, that’s just an educated guess! I have a family history of hair thinning, and as someone with quite fine curly hair anyway, always had those little baby hairs at my temples.. I just see those areas broadening a little. I’ve been taking collagen supplements and nutrifol for the last month so I’m going to add the anti dandruff shampoo and see if that makes a difference. I think we have to be prepared to wait at least 3 months before seeing a difference. If I don’t see an improvement I will maybe add minoxidil I’m happy for you to be starting hrt - it was a game changer for me! ☺️

[@karziflora]

I wa son HRT for six months and my hair was shedding wildly. I stopped HRT and took different vitamins like Vit D, Vitamin b complex and minerals and my hair gre back.

[@TDAEON]

​@karziflora I'm hoping that works for me too. Vit d deficient, so on a weekly prescribed high does and working on being consistent with taking my multi vitamins.

[@shereeneidriss]

❤❤❤

[@carlygrace2]

I have PCOS & endo among other health problems. My hair is getting thin but I’ve always had a lot of body hair. Minoxidil scares me cuz I don’t want anymore body hair. I wonder how many other gals have the same issues. This video is so timely for me.

[@kah-c2y]

The body hair gets worse with minoxidil, it did for me.

[@carlygrace2]

@@kah-c2y thanks. that’s what I usually hear. sucks

[@hope9457]

May I know since how long you had pcos? I was diagnosed with pcos 6 months ago and I'm experiencing huge amount of hair shedding since 2 months😭

[@carlygrace2]

@@hope9457 I’ve had pelvic pain for 15 years. About 4 years ago a blood test showed I had high testosterone levels and I was given the diagnosis of PCOS. I also have endo, pelvic congestion syndrome & pudendal neuralgia. It sucks.

[@hope9457]

@@carlygrace2 oh, do you have other symptoms of pcos too? Do you get periods?

[@laurahopetregurtha7392]

As someone with a few chronic conditions one if which is autoimmune. Skin care is my escape when my pain levels are extremely high Thank you for the content you put out there ❤️❤️ i would love a video on how chronic/autoimmune illness impacts the skin. I have ehler danlos and ankylosing spondilitis and do have some skin symptoms particularly after i started immune suppressants ❤❤

[@Mangalsews-sp5ux]

100℅ Please Dr Idriss?

[@teejay1650]

You might want to investigate Healthy Keto. I cured my ulcerative colitis (an autoimmune disease). Watch Dr Berg and Dr Mindy Peltz.

[@laurahopetregurtha7392]

​​@@teejay1650 always nice to get recommendations but ive actually tried keto as well as a barage of other diets(all of which i did for atleast 6 to 8 months, these helped me identify foods that aggrevate things that was the only benefit), as well as trying all alternative therapies i have access to in New Zealand. In addition i have three other chronic conditions which play a part aswell.

[@Allisonf948]

Yes please!!

[@annadixon2078]

Please!!!! Absolutely yes!

[@sunscreenhoarder6558]

Deepest condolences for what’s happening in Lebanon right now, Doc. I hope any family and friends you have there are safe and as well as can be expected right now.

[@nely279]

I lost a lot of hair due to covid and going thru menopause. Scalp massage or brush with a special oil blend with castor and rosemary oil, along with scalp prp was amazing

[@dsmith9796]

Dr Idriss, what about red light treatment - please address that next time?

[@maggie1128]

This was the best video on this topic I’ve seen. Very informative.

[@raeperonneau4941]

I have super fine, dry, hair and found that there was waaaaaaay too much protein in the products I was using and it was causing a lot of breakage. I have now replaced all of the protein “repair” products for moisture products and have hopefully turned a corner.

[@ivoted-5489]

I went thru that and then had the same issue with the ‘moisture’ products and am having some luck with just using ‘volumizing’ products. Best wishes!

[@YoungMulaBabies]

This came right on time! I'm about to start experimenting with rosemary oil for hair growth and it was nice to hear you thoughts on this topic. You rock bro

[@alicec.6195]

Early this year I was losing a ton of hair. After a blood test the doctor decided to give me B12 and Vitamin D supplements. A month after starting my hair loss almost disappeared and it was like that for another 4 months. Around a month after the treatment was over I starting losing a lot of hair and it's still pretty bad. I've used minoxidil years ago and it's really good. I might to back on it, despite hating how sticky my hair gets.

[@forreal1276]

I didn’t know you can apply the k18 mask directly onto the scalp?? It says it is for repairing damaged hair but nothing about applying on the scalp to increase blood circulation…. It just says to apply from ends to roots! I’m usually very careful of what I put on my scalp Also COLORWOW is a heat protectant!

[@swatipai168]

I left oral monoxidil and spironolactone due to severe side effects, palpitations, night sweats headaches etc. Started PRP. Have done 9 so far and going well. I derma roll inbetween treatments at home and seems to be working well.

[@lindaforshaw2091]

Thanks Dr Shereen, as a 61 year old woman who 1st experienced hair loss 1 1/2 years ago (and just started seeing a dermatologist) I'm extremely grateful that you share your own hair -,loss journey with us ♥️. Am personally waiting for my next appointment to see what's going on. God bless 🙏👌

[@beckywagner3973]

I have used generic minoxidil through Walmart for a year now. I use the liquid twice a day but I also wash my hair every day. Yes it took about four months before I saw results but I could not be more pleased with how much thicker my hair is now. I will never stop using this product!

[@melindavalle173]

@beckywagner3973 Hi there. When you say you took the liquid twice a day are you referring to topical or oral minoxidil? TY❤❤

[@jillkemp5521]

Love and best wishes from Europe ❤

[@josie3571]

I have been doing peptide therapy with my dermatologist, I think it has improved hair density and reduced hairloss.

[@Metxblue]

Damn, a collab between my 2 favorite skin experts. I honestly can't wait !

[@supergran1702]

Very, very helpful, especially because you've shared your personal experience. Thank you.

[@becky4012]

Hi Dr Shereen, thank you for your information. I would advise you look into the endocannabinoid system - by balancing this naturally everyone’s hair growth and quality should definitely improve 🙏🏻

[@kellyvendrasco1945]

My current life at 49 3 years postmemopausal. Angrogenetic alopecia and hirsutism. I hate my life!!!! These videos are life saving.! Thankyou so much @drIdriss. You are also in my thoughts and prayers!🙏🏻🫂💕

[@karenlemire5159]

So sorry for all your struggles. I so enjoy your videos and wish you all the best. Thank you for always giving us such good information.

[@sireyck]

Sebitar with salicylic acid has been a godsend for me. For years my hair had been falling out in handfuls, every time I washed my hair my shower wall was plastered with big clumps. My scalp was always itchy except for the day I washed it, second day my scalp would start developing like a tacky substance and the itching would begin. After years and years of trying various things (and doctors being disinterested) I tried sebitar and it provided immense relief even the first time I used it. It's a shampoo and conditioner with not just pine tar but also salicylic acid. it has completely stopped the itch and the hair loss, and my hair is thickening back up. For anyone who might want to try it you can buy it from pharmacies over the counter in Australia but hopefully it's available in other countries too.

[@leeregalado8326]

Can you do another video on all you are testing out Dr ? I appreciate you sharing your knowledge & experience ✨

[@banannaco6]

Thank you for a very informative video! Would love to hear your product recommendations for haircare routine: shampoo, conditioner, styling products, hair masks, oils, etc.

[@adi2009bm]

I hope your family stay safe and peace will come with no terror 🙏🙏🙏

[@BonnieNilsson-xi7vd]

Dr Idriss, bless you for sharing your knowledge.

[@branjc]

Sorry about IVF failing, but you had kids, had no idea... Would love to know more about your journey if you ever feel like sharing more! Love your videos!!!

[@annkelly0072]

Thank you so much for this! I'm going to try the Nutrafol. My hair is thick & I've always had a rather strange hairline, but this past year, to me, it looks like it's thinning. My husband, my sister & my daughter think I'm crazy but I see it! I'll be 48 on Halloween & I never thought my hairline would thin. I have zero members of my family with baldness. In fact, my 75 year old Dad has a head of hair that you wouldn't believe! Perhaps it is just me, but I know my hair & I can see it. It really is devastating & somewhat depressing to see my hairline move back & my forehead get bigger. Thanks for the recommendations!

[@lavayuki]

My hair is fine, but I am a family doctor and get so many patients with this issue, plus my mum so your video is super useful. I sent it to my mum. I also recently saw Dr Sam Ellis just do a video about this topic too, it's great to have such great doctors that also go out of their way to share their knowledge on youtube

[@harenhallharfoot]

Having waves that only pop by a beach and look stringy in the city is the validating statement i never knew I needed to hear! Thank you :)

[@scf124]

Thank you for taking the time! All of your videos are so educating!!!

[@shereeneidriss]

Thank you for watching! So glad you found this helpful ❤️

[@bluelavender7773]

Hi Shereene, i hope your family is well. My husband is lebanese, but we live in other country. Its a tragedy what is happening there... God bless Lebanon and its brave people ❤

[@MariannD-vl9sl]

I hope all is getting better for you!! With regard to hair loss Consideration should be given the laser therapy - it can be expensive but does have benefits.

[@livingonaclaud]

Dr Idriss have you tried natural solutions like making your own rosemary rinse with water or rosemary oil with your carrier oil of choice? I know people who swear by this but I haven't tried it myself. Apparently rosemary helps to stimulate circulation in the area and can lead to more hair growth. I'm not a very DIY person myself so I have been looking for products on the market that contain rosemary but I haven't seen many. Something to explore! Also hope your family and loved ones are safe and well. Your hair is beautiful BTW! If you prefer it being straight rather than naturally wavy you could also try a keratin treatment, or another one I can't remember the name of that is newer and healthier for the hair. You would only need to do it once every 6 months or so and it keeps your hair straight and shiny (so you can eliminate heat treatments). My sister and a good friend get keratin treatments for their curly hair and they swear by it!

[@Marikah-ko9sm]

Was literally just thinking about my hair . Thanks for posting 😭💜

[@Hey-Nikki]

15:37 is the Sam Villa Pro Results Double-Barrel Hair Waver Iron with Variable Temperature Settings

[@dianeerickson7212]

What your opinion of red light therapy? I’m surprised you didn’t mention or try it, it’s everywhere. Thanks

[@diarp7]

Thank you Dr Shereene for this video. Can you also review Low -level Laser light therapy cap use in hair growth whether it can be useful in case of androgenic alopecia patient or not.

[@amyamy8177]

Can you talk about minoxidil causing accelerated ageing? i have heard so many people talk about how it has permanently and significantly aged their face even after only using it for a couple of months. - i get it over 10 years because that is probably just regular ageing but if someone notices a serious difference in ageing to their face after using it for 3 months? that's scary (it does seem like for most people it doesn't resolve after discontinueing use)

[@silaguney1823]

Is it true? My forehead lines becoming more visible last a few weeks. I was thinking other reasons until I saw this comment.

[@amyamy8177]

@@silaguney1823i don't know but i hope someone smarter than me will talk about it soon :/ (pensmithsskicare promised to do a video on it so for now i am waiting on that video. I do still hope more people will talk about so i can figure out once and for all if it like the rosemary oil scam or like the prosteglandin anoalogs thing)

[@WhoSam-f5e]

Dr. Shereen please give us your feedback on red light therapy for hair.

[@annetteatwood8272]

Have you tried light therapy for the scalp to promote hair growth? I'd be interested in your thoughts abt. Light therapy for skin and scalp.

[@schanychamemphis1327]

Thank you for all your wonderful videos. I have learned so much. WE love you.

[@sharonscott1776]

I’ve had chronic Telogen effluvium for years. I started oral minoxidil January 2023 I lost a lot of hair for 8 weeks then it slowed down. My hair has continued to shed. But I’ve grown new hair so I know I won’t go bald. I have been short of breath for a few years and just been told I have enlarged heart. I’m dreading them telling me to stop the tablet. My hair has grown in, it will never be as thick as it was 20 years ago. It’s not hair loss from PCOS I saw a Dermatologist a month ago it’s chronic TE the hair sample showed. Yes I have hair arms, hair and face, which I shave my face since I use Tretinoin so can’t wax etc.

[@MichelleLyn84]

I’ve used Living Proof dry scalp serum, I have some Seborrheic dermatitis and I love that stuff!! It has Niacinamide and have been using it for years. I’ve seen that other serum but wasn’t sure if I wanted to make the purchase. Think I might have to do it now!!

[@Soireb]

Would love your opinion on The Ordinary’s Hair Density Serum.

[@annakirshenbaum1458]

Made me lose hair.

[@VivienTodd-h5e]

it's highly efficient for telogen alopecia

[@VivienTodd-h5e]

@@annakirshenbaum1458 this is IMPOSSIBLE, the are NO ingridients that could cause a hairloss

[@Ashley-lb7ut]

Also minoxidil can have alcohol which leads to drying and irritation. There’s some brands that don’t have it!! Don’t give up on finding one that works for you

[@SheriApproved]

Red light therapy helped me with hair loss alot!!!

[@pennyphipps6915]

Thanks. I have lost hair from weight-loss surgery in 2020. I now know what you avoid and look forward to other informative talks. BTW, I did not realize the alternative use for minoxidil. Thanks. 😊

[@GmaMom]

I appreciate you sharing your own experience with thinning hair. I’ve only recently noticed huge gaps of hair loss . I’m going through a stressful time right now….i think that may be contributing to my hair loss. I’ve been using Minoxidil for about 4 weeks, consistently every night. I have an appointment with a dermatologist in November. I’m hoping to get the minoxidil pills. Thank you for your help.

[@ashshyamala6133]

Dr. Please do a video on the effectiveness of other treatment methods such as hair transplant, mesotherapy, stem cell hair follicle regeneration

[@ThatLionessGirl]

Right on time lol as always, just got on tret thanks to you 3 weeks ago once a week and my skins transforming already i love it. thank you and I just got worried for my hair and i needed this!

[@dianeMillang]

Please do video on shower water softeners…makes a difference!

[@tatjanadjukic4513]

What do you think about ordinary peptide hair serum? Worth trying?

[@chelseagow993]

Dr idriss I’m surprised you didn’t talk about red light/ LED therapy for hair loss. Is there a reason? I thought that was a popular method as well

[@evelynbarry5046]

She was talking about what she used personally for her hair

[@evelynbarry5046]

@chelseagow993 noo you actually asked why she didn't talk about it. Those were your actual words.

[@rmh691]

@@evelynbarry5046 you’re an oddball

[@corislonaker]

Thanks for always leading with education. 💜

[@MimiJules]

Dr Idriss, thank you for this video. I have been watching your videos for years and cannot express my deepest gratitude in sharing your wonderful self and expertise on the internet. I really look up to you and as Lebanese girl from Australia, I feel like I have someone I can relate to. I have been on the fence and so hesitant about taking oral minoxidil for years and think I may give it a go as my dermatologist’s has persistently recommended this. Can I please ask what dose you’re on? And do you take it 4 consecutive nights or do take it every second day? Your response would be so very much appreciated. Kind regards, M (I also had a severe reaction to topical minoxidil and had to stop using it)

[@judithbeltran-reyes6105]

How about LED and lasers being on some hair tools. What’s your take on those?

[@lorijean1487]

What about the helmets for hair loss (iRestore, Capillus etc)? Do they help at all?

[@meepneeks]

Before I got prescribed minoxidil, I had been using an iRestore helmet since November (black friday sale) and it's been amazing, and has worked really well. Its been the best, most effective product I've tried, and totally worth the cost but there are plenty of coupon codes or sale days that pop up, usually around holidays.

[@melindavalle173]

@@meepneeks 🙌🏼 THANK YOU ❤❤❤

[@rmh691]

The bad news -i used irestore helmet for 18 months and it did absolutely nothing The sorta good news - when I told the company I wanted to return it after 12 months they told me to keep it another 6 months and I could return it at that time if still no results So I used it consistently, every other day for 18 months, and in that entire time I only missed four nights not using the helmet. My hairdresser actually thinks my hair loss got worse. From what I understand the hair loss worsening was not from the Irestore. It was just whatever my body is doing losing hair and Irestore could not help it. I am bummed, though that I used that thing so consistently and I got nothing out of it except a big waste of time. And I restore does not give you all of your money back. I paid slightly more than $900 for it and got $700 refund. So I think the influencers who say you can get all your money back and there’s no risk that’s not really true because you’re not gonna get all your money back but for me it was $200 to try it but in the end it was a total fail for me

[@starlitmakeupchick]

@@melindavalle173i got itestore during blackfriday last year and it has helped a lot

[@mariescott2820]

How would you use the Living Proof hair serum if you are using foam Minoxidil? Would love more hair health videos! It would also help to cover things that won’t work since this is a GROWING problem with more and more products. What about red light for scalp?

[@annam8310]

Thank you for sharing your extensive research! You're the best!!

[@shereeneidriss]

Aw thank you for watching! 🫶

[@szesze-bw8fz]

Dr Idriss, you are the best!!! Please also share your experience on overcoming all those personal challenges and maintaining good mental health!😊

[@oops7086]

Thank you for talking about this. I'm trying to figure out what to do about my 22 yr old son who has lost hair due to the rubbing of his headset on his head. We have changed out his headset and am currently researching what we can do to help the hair grow back.

[@monicasomesan2432]

Hey Dr. Idriss, I had covid 3 years ago and my hair fell out a lot all of a sudden, my luck was that I had very very thick hair before so even though a good part of it fell out, afterwards I had normal thickness hair (before covid I always had an undercut to be manageable, my hair was that thick). The problem is that after about 6 months I suddenly started to grow a lot of new hairs and so I had hair of 2 completely different lengths. I barely managed to grow it out so I have only one lenght but a few month later once again my hair started to grow a whole new set of hair and once again I had 2 lengths. Now I'm on the third "wave" of growth and it looks like I have a halo around my head, in direct light it looks like I have a motorcycle helmet because of the thousands of strands that are only 1-2 inches. I'm desperate to start over, it's so frustrating 🫤 In between periods when I'm growing a lot of strands my hair falls out normally, it doesn't feel like more than usual and the density of my hair at the mids and ends doesn't seem to change either. Do you have any advice for what to do with these new strands? Or if there's anything I can do to make these new hair growths constant, not coming in waves every few months? I think my hair is simply going back to that extreme density that I always had but I would like to know if there is anything I can do to "calm" these strands, I can't keep getting a pixie cut every few weeks. The fact that I have wavy hair doesn't help, the new baby hairs tend to be pretty curly

[@MariaDiazskn]

I've been using topical minoxidil for about 3 years now. Only on the hairline and eyebrows. the areas are much fuller and the hair doesn't fall so much. I suffered from the same irritation you mentioned but after using a sulfur shampoo for a few days it disappeared and now I'm perfectly fine. I can't say with certainty that it was the shampoo or not. It just happened.