SUPPLEMENTS FOR HAIR GROWTH| Q&A WITH DERMATOLOGIST DR DRAY

TODAY I DISCUSS SUPPLEMENTS FOR HAIR GROWTH (SAW PALMETTO, BETA SITOSTEROL, MARINE COLLAGEN, & VIVISCAL) THIS VIDEO IS NOT SPONSORED.
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[@Anuskhaguddi80]

There's much improvement in my hair. I have been using reactivate hair growth serum of liittllextraa for 4 months. It has become routine. Specially, very little hair fall that you can't even consider. Furthermore, my hair has now grown longer with new hair growth and volume has specially increased. I am really happy with the results.

[@Arya_28shah1]

After 40 days, I am now noticing new hair growth. I was just using cocooniion shampoo and Reactivate hair serum.

[@robin-raj-storm]

i m amazed with the results in hair growth i have experienced with this reeactivate serum and this cooconion shampoo. i previously tried many different products before, but nothing worked like reactivaate and the cocooniion

[@guyplay]

Thank you for making all these videos Dr. Dray. I know how much of your personal time and money is involved in making these. We appreciate you!

[@ImToastAlso]

She has put a lot of time and energy into this but don’t feel bad…with 1 million followers she’s getting loads of money for her time!

[@MrsCollVani]

You do know youtubers make money by each view they get!?

[@politereminder6284]

10:20 biotin 12:29 niacin /niacinimide topical

[@kiraal3619]

tyyy

[@FR-ud4ux]

Thank you, you saved 10 min of my life

[@II-iv3et]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@monicafaustino4002]

Thankss

[@Hae875]

Thanks

[@VKB85]

I love your honesty at the end about being thankful that viewers bring up questions, such as the topical Rosemary oil, and that you learn from viewers as well 👍 Thank you for being honest and humble.

[@mubafaw]

Topical Lavender oil too.

[@lisal440]

“Expensive, that’s always a side effect!!!” Hahahahaha so true! Very few people have excess money! I am going through a hard time and I appreciate you tubers who acknowledge that not everyone has money to throw around! Love you Dr. Dray!!!

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Friday!

[@lightningandthunder2861]

@@DrDrayzday please do a review on vegamour and nutrafol 🙏🏼

[@elmariefourie6905]

Hi Dr. My hubby is on Minoxidil and Propecia treatment with Dr. Alexander at the Hairloss clinic in Bedfordview South Africa. I am on Minoxidil treatment now for 21 yrs (varying between 7% and 11% as I will never be able to stop treatment. The quality of our hair is fantastic .

[@ssei7247]

I am so afraid of using minoxidil

[@patriciap3547]

Hi Elmarie, your minoxidil is 7% strength? Through a prescription? I currently use 2%, but would love to know more about the higher strengths.

[@d.e.p.5624]

Wow, I didn't even know 7% Minoxidil existed

[@DM-gu9ik]

Hi hun, I am also using minoxidil 5% for about 7 months, do you have dry scalp? If so, how do you manage it? I’ve been applying oils and creams and medicated shampoo, which is helping, but wanted to know if you ever had this side effect? I cannot stop using this, since it has helped so much.

[@susanmcf1]

Thank you! This is really helpful. I take a multivitamin for hair, skin and nails and it seems to have helped with hair loss. Also, Kenra thickening shampoo has been a game changer as has Living Proof Perfect Hair Day 5 in 1 and Night Cap. They add diameter to my hair. No one would look at my hair and know that it had become thin and fine with age and loss of estrogen.

[@acarnevale01]

Does the night cap give the appearance of thicker hair?

[@denisegovender9735]

I've been living with alopecia Universalis for around 15years now with no regrowth since completely losing all body hair accept for the eyelashes which is a blessing 😀 my dermatologist recommended a wig 😂.

[@mati261000]

That's easy enough! Some great wigs out there!

[@lavanderpham6677]

Three years after and there’s a medicine to regrow hair for those who have alopecia universal and areata! They say it works! I just wish there would be something effective for pcos hair loss and androgenic

[@nayemalaboni8318]

16:44 lol she's so cute and real

[@demonsandlords]

I love how you back up your facts in the description. You’re the best!!

[@sherryreis5888]

This was stellar information and worth taking notes for reference. I’ve been taking a collagen supplement for a few months and have seen improvement in my thinning hair on the top of my head. Thank you for all time you put into this video, it’s so appreciated. Enjoy your Friday evening. Hugs,..Sherry

[@sable7114]

Which collagen supplement do you take if I may ask?

[@TheKrrangg]

I've been taking bovine collagen. Is marine collagen better for hair loss??

[@hbelle3997]

Hey which collagen did you use?? Marine?

[@oohmylinda]

I took Viviscal for 3 months, and my hair grew out so much!!

[@Pr1ncefan]

Started taking Viviscal about a 10 days ago...I hope I will see a positive change in 3 to 6 months.

[@lisativas3583]

Do you take 2 together or 1 in am..1 in the pm..how do you take them?

[@oohmylinda]

@@lisativas3583 I only took it once a day, although the directions on the package says twice a day

[@Pr1ncefan]

@@lisativas3583 -- I take one at breakfast and the other at dinner.

[@pumpkinspice231]

after you stopped taking it, did your hair fall out again?

[@416t.o5]

I love when you say “well hey guys”

[@BenjaminJay]

Got a bad haircut so I’m here now - great timing!

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Friday!

[@pierremamoucheka988]

😂😂

[@lightningandthunder2861]

Dr Dray do you recommend Nutrafol vitamins? I have severe thinning and shedding for past 4/5 years. Minoxidil doesn’t works for me

[@jamestowey792]

Lol i cut my hair real short and realised, im def a guy who needs hair.

[@jenniferpeterson5206]

Just found out that I'm biotin deficient. Been losing my hair for years. Now I'm on a supplement. I really hope it helps! Thanks for the info!

[@cassvii9954]

How did you find out you were deficient. What made your Dr test this? I'm just curious because I recently had a host of labs. Thyroid, iron and autoimmune and everything came back normal which is great but I can't figure out what's causing extreme fatigue as well as hair loss just to name a few of the symptoms I'm having 😟

[@anirbasi]

cassvii me too!!!

[@jadelemusic]

@@cassvii9954 B12?

[@elizabethk2072]

@@cassvii9954 did you ever find out?

[@pennierushing7547]

Dr Dray, Thanks so much for taking the time to do these very informative videos. You’re very kind. Menopause sucks! I also love that you sourced the studies. Next time, will you share your sources as links so we can click on them and read them please? Again, thank you so much for everything you do out of the kindness of your heart.

[@elarfaouizeineb7560]

can you please do a video about skin care and fasting as Ramadan is right around the corner plzzzzzzzz sending lots of love 💖💟💗

[@21972012145525]

Great idea! Would love to see it dr.dray!

[@marim7784]

I do intermittent fasting and it's vastly improved my rosacea, acne, and scars. I fast 18-24 daily.

[@suzanne4396]

I have Androgenic Alopecia..... I take 10,000mcg. of Biotin daily, and have been using Great Lakes Hydrolysed Collagen powder in my coffee, for the past 6 weeks. Wow--- my hair is so thick! Hair thinning in the temple area has stopped and my nails are so thick and strong, grow quickly. I AM seeing an endocrinologist in late May; it takes Forever to get in!!!

[@aliciam7774]

I heard biotin will increase hair growth everywhere ..not just on your head.. did this happen to you?? I dont want my facial and body hair to get thicker

[@kbear1275]

I use a product called Estrosense. It regulates estrogen levels in the body. I am from Canada and I don’t know if this is a product available in the US. I’ve taken it on and off over the past 20 years and when I entered perimenopause a few years ago it stopped all the symptoms I was having. Hair loss was a major issue as was severe cystic acne on the chin and hairline at the back of the neck. Cystic acne was gone within a month. The hair took longer to grow back, maybe a couple of years, but regrowth started within the first month of using. As with other products, it is more expensive and things will return to the way they were before if stopped but I’ve made adjustments in other areas to continue using it. It has made a huge difference and I look and feel like my pre perimenopausal self again.

[@belindacarter6872]

Speaks of hair, YOURS is looking fantastic!

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks!

[@jessicalynn7903]

Please do a review of the brand Clinique! It’s really hard to find reviews that dive into the ingredients as in depth as you do. I’d love to see your ingredient analysis on products from them for sensitive skin

[@vfran838]

I love Dr. Dray and all your videos are so very helpful. Honestly - please don't recommend any product with shark cartiladge products - this is a brutal thing that is responsible for brutal treatment of sharks where fishermen catch them -cut off their fins and throw them back to suffer. I personally would not recommend ever using anything with shark fins - including the soup.

[@moominmay]

Re Viviscal, I’ve had thinning hair since my teens and I’m in my forties now. It got so bad I’ve had to use hair pieces since my early twenties. I’ve used Viviscal for approx 2 years now and it’s made a huge impact in increasing the density of my remaining hair. Yes results are slow and yes I wish it wasn’t expensive but I do t drink or smoke and it’s worth prioritising your funds for this if like me it actually started defining me re no confidence or self esteem. Definitely worth a try.

[@xsavalos]

Moomin Mai which one are u taking? Pro version or the one OTC red/maroon packing

[@moominmay]

Sonia A. Apologies only had the notification of your reply just now! I take the regular red OTC one twice per day 😊

[@xsavalos]

Moomin Mai thank u. I started the red one about month ago. Finally gave in. Well patiently wait on results. Literally 26 days in. Hopeful. 🙏

[@suegz139]

Mai, thanks for your review, I need help for my hair and considering it. In Canada the supplements for hair are not as wide as the States so I find it hard finding a good one but guess Viviscal is available...

[@perettelear6603]

Sonia A. I’m curious how it’s going with your hair. I’m experiencing hair loss in patches now and am curious about this product. Thanks.

[@yazosoyo]

I am using Nourkrin Women and it is MAGICAL! I noticed results by the hair that falls when I shower after 2 weeks! That covers the “losing hair” part. I am now looking at what I can do to awaken the hair follicle so I can increase the amount of hair in my head! I am looking at the laser helmet, but it is so expensive! I used to take Aminoter and it does work, but it contains Vit B and that was causing acne. My mom uses rosemary washes on her hair and at 80 years she has more hair than I do.

[@cristinadriviera8144]

Did you keep using Nourikrin? Did it regrow hair?

[@yazosoyo]

@@cristinadriviera8144 yes! It’s wonderful and so effective

[@ruthiebeaut3]

❤️ thanks for sharing. Can I ask what type of hair loss you were experiencing? I think mine is covid related and having extreme shedding.

[@sherryreis5888]

The Collagen supplement I am using is Great Lakes Gelatin ...Collagen hydrolysate ...my Trader Joe’s sells it and so does Amazon.

[@goldcherry103]

How does it work? Do you notice less hair shedding or an increase of thicker hair? Thanks in advance.

[@endureandsurvive]

I love trying new sunscreens. So today I went to the drug store and saw Banana Boat faces, 3oz. Right next to it was a 6oz bottle of the same exact thing but it just didn't say the word "faces". Exact ingredients on both of them. Faces was more pricey too. Marketing is such a huge deal....wow.

[@indiandiva93]

Could you do a video on nutrafol and your thoughts on that supplement system for hair growth?

[@onceuponavow]

Seconding this.

[@DISASTROPHOLOGY]

I started losing hair because I was anemic. It started growing back as soon as my iron levels were up. I have also heard that the tocotreinol form of vitamin e can help regrow hair.

[@karrrot]

same!! iron levels are so important for women. also taking b12 and d3 in higher dose has helped me as well as the iron supplements (research correct type and dosage for hair loss, consult with doctor)

[@AmazingPaladin]

I started taking saw palmetto and other DHT blocking supplements for issues relating to my prostate and have seen a great deal of hair regrowth. But I think my case is atypical because I’m still young and the main issue wasn’t hair loss.

[@tinat5484]

Viviscale worked wonders. You have to be patient; my hair grew and texture was softer including down there lol

[@mehnaz3182]

did you use viviscal professional or the regular red one?

[@MargieMedina]

I'm so happy I found your channel. I can always find informative videos.

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching!!

[@laurieparis2203]

If you are considering cataract surgery you may want to forgo saw palmetto. A possible side effect is "floppy iris syndrome", which can complicate the surgery.

[@jenniferannfox2316]

A DHT blocker called Prophidren, you can get through Amazon showed a signficant improvement in my hairloss. My mother has it bad so I new the excess shedding was perhaps genetic. I was on zinc and biotin already and a significant change didn't occur until taking the dht blocker supplement. Kinda expensive but worth it. I had tried another brand DHT supplement and didn't see improvement as I did with this Prophidren brand. I know they are not regulated so I gave another brand a try. Interesting about rosemary oil.

[@kimroesch4503]

Jennifer Ann Fox did you have any of your hair grow back???

[@ekaterinakozlovskaia8082]

Hi dr Dray! Very interesting. Had no idea that marine collagen supplements can have such an effect. But yes, they are expensive. Thank you so such useful info. Have a great weekend!

[@oldandstillhere]

I’m so happy for this video! Upon your suggestion, I recently got the masks from Amazon, and now I know exactly what I’m gonna do with them next! SKII is no longer on my list. Well, it really wasn’t on my list, but now I have this knowledge. You rock! 😘

[@marianne6373]

Jasön salysylic acid + rosemary (and sulphur) and zinc pyrithione shampoo forever! ❤️

[@JordanStar7]

Marianne where do you purchase?

[@angelmuscledoc]

Where do you buy ,and cost please?

[@1406Bell]

Marianne which Jason shampoo, they have several. Could you please provide full name? Thank you so much!!

[@ladytiger921]

Follow

[@jbgodsgirl5381]

Marianne you use 2 shampoos?

[@roll96shreyashimukherjee32]

Thank you for busting myths but please include more solutions or guide us on how to reach an outcome.

[@ammoh36]

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density ... can you give advice on serums like this one

[@deborahbertolino9314]

Yes, also Sisley fortifying scalp serum.

[@lisagardner4814]

I have that too and haven’t tried it yet nervous 😬

[@Willowy13]

I used it. Did not work.

[@PandaA-cv3mm]

Could you use The Ordinary’s Niacinamide plus Zinc serum on scalp I wonder? Anyone try this? Hmm 🤔

[@nattanpires]

Up

[@itsmidtrib1569]

Good question

[@_quimpossible]

Up

[@blessedwifeandmama]

I wonder...

[@polytan6993]

up

[@marylawman8603]

Very interesting topic, Dr Dray. Thanks so much for keeping us so well informed. 😁

[@thisisme2681]

If by rosemary oil you mean rosemary essential oil please know it can trigger contractions in pregnant women. I learned this the hard way after rinsing my daughter's hair with a tea mixture with rosemary oil. I kept getting contractions after giving her a bath. At first I thought it was just giving her a bath, but wasn't getting them doing other physical activities. Looked it up and learned pregnant women can't handle rosemary oil 😯

[@Kellybird12]

I’d love a video on oral phytoceramides and skin improvement! Thanks.💗

[@shaboom812]

one side effect of viviscal is that it can cause cystic acne for people with acne-prone skin. can you do a video reviewing hairtamin supplements?

[@sallys9632]

I had to take biotin supplements when I was taking a medication that had known hair loss side effects. The medication ended up not working out, but boy did my hair look and feel so thick and amazing after a month. While I agree biotin may not be necessary in the absence of a biotin deficiency, it does appear at least anecdotally, that overexpression does have an additive effect. My hair had never felt so strong and healthy. Unfortunately, I stopped taking it when I stopped the medication, but I may try it again as I'm going through age related thinning right now.

[@acidbats]

Sally S If you don't mind me asking, was it over the counter biotin supplements or a prescription? I'm 21 and have bad hair loss and thinning from a medication as well😭

[@sallys9632]

@@acidbats it was OTC, needs to be at least 5000mcg and you have to take it every day. Since it takes your hair about a month to reach your scalp from your roots, you won't notice anything until a month into it. Keep taking it consistently past the month to keep the hair coming out nice and strong. Your nails will look great too as an added side effect! Good luck, I know hair loss can really mess with our self esteem 😔

[@acidbats]

Sally S thank you so much!!☺️

[@banthony8545]

I started taking Actine: generic name Risedronate Sodium a few years ago for a bone loss and I immediately noticed that my nails and hair grow stronger and faster now. Sometimes I almost feel like I can feel my nails grow. Very odd, I know. Been on vacation - so playing catch-up with you.b

[@banthony8545]

Honestly Siri corrects when I’m not even wrong- I take Actonel not Actine. Got to keep an eye on that girl Siri and Check up on her Spelling corrections

[@bullitt0713]

Thank you SO much for sharing this. I have lost at least half of my hair through the years and it has caused me terrible depression. What do you think about nutraful?

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching! it is a supplement w/ saw palmetto and marine collagen, similar to many others out there

[@Shelja2000]

Big love Dr.!!!! When are you updating us with your updated skincare routine??? Your skin look so much better now. Please make a review on ayurvedic skin care( forest essential and kama ayurveda). Thank you!!!!

[@CM-bx4ut]

I used to have the most beautiful hair, very lush and thick, now, not so much. I reckon I have another year before I have to shave the whole lot off. Getting older absolutely sucks. 😣😣😣

[@pertelote4526]

C M Me too, unfortunately. It seems that I have been following in my mother's footsteps for quite a while now. The people who have not seen me for a few years look at me and ask "what's happened to your lovely hair?", how nice of them ;-)

[@ccm800]

be sure to have your thyroid checked.

[@ccm800]

@@pertelote4526 you too. Have your thyroid checked.

[@karrrot]

and get iron levels checked if female, my hair loss was from anemia and improved when I started taking iron

[@claudesanchez6947]

Dr Dray! You have an avid fan in The Philippines, and that is meeeeeee!!!!!!!!

[@MiChelleAF]

Same 🇵🇭

[@monica2757]

I looove that you cite your sources, --really helpful!

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks

[@monica2757]

@@DrDrayzday (---a large benefit from this is not only do I actually learn, which is valuable in and of itself, -I can actually advise friends and family. I haven't found a lot of channels that actually cite sources ...which is disappointing. This makes it almost impossible to know who to believe.) --so thanks:)

[@julieannafoss6819]

Dr. Day, i love your video! It was very informative. I do think that it would be easier for listeners if you summarize at the end. I think you do that in your recent videos but i still wanted to let you know. I appreciate your thorough expert advice!

[@lisagrandinetti2523]

I'm considering trying saw palmetto and beta sitosterol to treat my hair loss. Is it safe for women? If so, what brands/dosage would be best?

[@CynVee]

So informative. Your wealth of knowledge on any given subject and your willingness to pursue issues that matter to your fans amazes me. I am very thankful and so happy I found your channel. As another poster already remarked, before purchasing any product I scrutinize the ingredients list and actually understand it now thanks to you! Going to look into the Jason dandruff shampoo. Thank you again Dr. Dray. I wish you had been around when I was a young woman but better late than never. BTW, your skin and hair look absolutely glowing and so healthy. Happy Friday. Hope you have a great weekend with your adorable mom and Tybee❤️

[@mariaasher9880]

Biotin supplements broke me out horribly. I started taking a collagen powder supplement for my joints and my hair grew so much.

[@ninalou4629]

Which collagen powder was it?

[@mariaasher9880]

@@ninalou4629 Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides at first but it's expensive, so I buy the slightly cheaper version called Sports Research Collagen Peptides. You just have to get used to the taste and either blend it with a smoothie shake or mix it into a hot beverage,

[@ninalou4629]

@@mariaasher9880 thank you! 😁

[@shutendo_jiro]

Yay!!! Just the video I was waiting for!!!!

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching :)

[@glynisjones8128]

Please review Nutrafol supplements.

[@josephinenakamura8317]

Hello dr. Dray. Following your videos everyday. Your recipes, aloe vera reviews and today . 😊 Thank you a thousand times . I maybe not commenting every videos, but always give it a thumbs up. By the way , just to inform you that amazon customer service just refunded the colorscience 3 in 1 product. Thanking them for the nice gesture. Have a nice day 😊

[@Devanbree]

I have noticed your hair is getting long and really looks pretty on you 😊.

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks!

[@o0Avalon0o]

I lost over half of my hair volume over the past year; it started when I got an IUD installed & went through a separate stressful event (where I stopped eating & going to the bathroom for days), so I'm not sure which is the main cause. At first I liked how much lighter my head felt but now I'm really hoping this is reversible. Even if it doesn't work, I appreciate being able to learn from an expert.

[@GonzE1993]

That happened to me! I got on the IUD and a started losing my hair! The doctor says my hair loss has nothing to do with the IUD.!

[@DrDrayzday]

I hope things improve. It can be very devastating to go through hair loss

[@o0Avalon0o]

@@DrDrayzday Thank you for your thoughtful comment. I appreciate people such as yourself, who honestly just want to help educate others.

[@sharischmidt4712]

Catching up with you this evening, interesting topic , really enjoyed it. I take the biotin gummies from Costco,for hair, skin and nails, have no idea if they do anything at all. My fingernails are my nemesis, l can't grow them beyond my finger tips, grrrrrr! Happy Friday, enjoy your weekend 🙂🍁

[@sarahteunissen5016]

Shari Schmidt try collagen, I take it in my morning coffee. Definitely helps, I can’t grow them long but they lift/break less and the skin next to my nails doesn’t crack anymore!

[@marinagarcia3439]

Hi Shari, don't know if this is too late, but I use white, decolourized iodine on JUST the nail tips. Available in Target, Walgreens. It is clear, so no staining. I swear by this. My nails now actually have to be shortened and are significantly stronger. Much less breakage. Use a.m and p.m for the first few days, then just at night a very few times weekly. Then not at all. You may be tempted to overuse. Don't! Too frequent usage will actually make the nails more brittle. I also use cuticle oil to masage my nails... every day is best or as often as i remember. Especially with frequent handwashing. I also leave my nails polish-free at times.....and of course, do not use your nails as tools. I try to use gloves to wash pots etc. It took some getting used to, but i have been rewarded with great results. When filing the nails, be gentle and i find that the more square the better, current trends notwithstanding. I love, love, love pretty nails and of course, cleanliness is key, so i use and disinfect my nail brush as well. I used to have acrylics done at the salon but of course that's not terribly good for nail health, and is very time consuming. I have learnt to enjoy looking after my nails myself, as I find it therapeutic and my wallet is much happier for it. Yes, I am not salon perfect but it'll do nicely . I have been doing this for a long time. I only recently about 2 months ago began taking a biotin supplement and this has helped as well. I began taking it for my hair, but i think its still too soon for that bit. Good luck and i hope this helps. Marie

[@sharischmidt4712]

@@marinagarcia3439 WOW!!! Thanks for the information 😊 My nails are in no better shape than they were when l first posted😢 I'll try your suggestions, thanks 😊🌷

[@marinagarcia3439]

@@sharischmidt4712 you're welcome. I've just done my feet, polish is drying and was wondering if you'd seen my post :) . My fingernails are going to "breathe" polish free for a day or 2 more. Just applied iodine and cuticle oil. Good luck.

[@sharischmidt4712]

@@marinagarcia3439 😊🌷

[@Em-qc2dm]

Thank you for this info. I am experiencing sudden, rapid hair loss 2.5 months after having covid illness. I think it's related because I went from thick, long hair to a lot of nonstop thinning in just a couple weeks. I'm even losing multiple eyelashes after washing my face or showering. I'm hoping it's temporary.

[@yeseypznlv2230]

Em . Don't worry you may be having a effluvium telogen which is temporary, months later you may see your hair growing back

[@jasneet6569]

I too started loosing hair countinously after 2-3 months of COVID infection.. but it stopped a month back.. thankfully ! Could be related ! IDK !

[@lynnrose7562]

I never really knew how supplements worked with supplements for hair growth. This was very interesting. Have a nice weekend. :)

[@mirall9302]

How about Nutrafol? Same story as other supplements? Thanks! You are great Dr.

[@DaskaiserreichNet78]

9:40 I tried rosemary oil for one year with daily application without results. After reading many articles I came across one that stated that the study did not use rosemary oil but that they used Rosemary extract. I have not yet tried rosemary extract to see if I get a different result.

[@claireboskovich8953]

Hello Dr Dray 🌻🌻🌻 I was wondering if you could do a video on trichotillomania with eyelash and eyebrow hair. Love your videos! Thank you ❤️

[@michaelaf6580]

Please please!! This is a different type of hair loss. The scalp gets more sensitive after extended pulling. i feel like there is so much information about products to use and it is hard to know. Like is there a mask or oil that would help the hair and scalp? PLEASE PLEASE 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@mariellerubeor261]

Trichotillomania is actually a psychological disorder, rather than dermatological one. It's typically associated with anxiety and can be a response to stress. Not saying she shouldn't do a video, but another professional might be more knowledgeable. :)

[@alexandrafredrickson42]

Latisse! I pull eyebrows and eyelashes. It's a game changer

[@phaj1823]

I suffer and if I didn't pull my hair growing it will not be a problem:(

[@bigbird3970]

Waterman's grow me shampoo, conditioner and serum have saved my menopausal hair.. I can highly recommend. Available from Amazon or directly from Waterman's website 🙂

[@carolineobrien3770]

Hi, do you know active ingredients?

[@bigbird3970]

@@carolineobrien3770 sorry, not off the top of my head..ask Google..the font of all knowledge! 😇 I'm still using it and loving the results 😊

[@travelfoodielove]

Hi doc I am on birth control - I think it’s attributing to my hair loss. Can I take prenatal vitamins to help grow hair thank u

[@lisaostreim1794]

With your green tea information, is that in regards to drinking it or topically applying it somehow?

[@Soriyou3]

Dr. Dray this is very helpful. Can you please do another video like this to keep us updated? Also, do you think retinol helps with activating sulfotransferase enzymes similar to Retin A (tretinoin)? I would love to hear your opinion. Thank you.

[@barbarasettle1782]

Great information, Dr. Dray. Thank you for sharing the studies on this subject!

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks Ms Barbara :) HOpe you have a great Friday

[@lightningandthunder2861]

@@DrDrayzday please do a review on Nutrofel

[@bnb0510]

I use Andrew Lessman’s hair skin and nails vitamins and I really like them. You definitely have to be careful of buying vitamins. Most don’t have the correct dose, or even the correct ingredients. I do know that there’s definitely biotin in the AL ones because i had labs drawn and got a call from My Dr about my biotin results. Lol

[@guyplay]

bnb0510 I use many of his supplements including this one. It’s fantastic & I recommend it to everyone

[@dollpartz4u]

To bnb0510 and guyplay , I’ve been debating wether I should purchase Andrew Lessman’s vitamins. I have a list and they’re expensive, but people claim they’re good. What I’m worried about is if I need some of the vitamins I’m interested in. 😔

[@aleksandr7284]

Dr. Dray, Love your videos, thank you so much. What do you think about Nutrafol?

[@jamestowey792]

I take saw palmetto, biotin and omega 3s (i take double the reccomended dose of both) over the space of 8 days ive seen a noticeable difference. I dont know which is really helping or if its only effecting growth and not density. But its like steroids for my hair. Disclaimer i also take NMN which may be having an effect.

[@manhac7541]

What do u think about taking msm powder plz do a video on its benefits

[@marina56]

I’m taking biotin. My hair looks better but my thyroid test had my dr in a panic..ready to send me to a specialist. Tried telling him it was biotin but didn’t believe me. I had him google it. Retook test after a few days without biotin & everything’s normal. You need to do your own research sometimes.

[@sable7114]

Wonder if the biotin would make someone who is abnormal look normal though? Can you ask your doctor?

[@roselandpetals]

The CDC advises that Biotin affects blood test (and you can get misdiagnosed!) Best to stop Biotin at least 3 days before a blood test for there not to be any interference.

[@a.h.2667]

Biotin and collagen both make my nails grow fast and strong, but I need more time to see the overall impact on my hair.

[@ericarice4588]

Same. It never did anything for hair, just nails. I am so far having some results finally with rosemary oil. I get an oil that comes already diluted and made to massage on scalp before washing.

[@ruhammacristinapayano5374]

I LOOOOVE VIDEOS WITH REFERENCES, THANKS!!!

[@TheWatyfly]

Love this kind of videos, very helpful, now I know what to look for in a shampoo or in supplements!

[@b.j.7837]

Thank you for listing the citations. As for the zinc pyrithione shampoo, was it used daily?

[@laurel800]

I use the shampoo and conditioner from Pura D’or which has really helped with my hair falling out. I also have to use Ketoconazle 2% shampoo and Fluocinonide 0.05% topical solution in combination twice a week because for some reason I get really bad dandruff in the spring and that clears that up. The rest of the year I’m dandruff free (weird).

[@Lilohme]

I tried this brand, and it actually made my hair shed even worse. Glad it worked for you.

[@Germany-qo6ko]

If anyone considering a facelift don’t have a brow lift. Dr standerfer, Dallas, TX, USA, did not tell me that I would lose a lot of hair and I have bald spots! He laughed. Don’t let any doctor talk you into a brow lift.

[@Hecatai27]

Dr.Dray !!!!! You look amazing! Wavy Greek goddess hair!!!

[@danielegagnon7920]

My father had this problem and I remember that he used to place his hair with a hairspray. I think that this has always been very difficult for him to accept. At the beginning of his adult life, there was no solution except for "grandmother's remedies"... lol! And, we know that these were rather part of the popular belief! We saw several miracle solutions appear in the newspapers that did not give positive results. Today, there are solutions, but the person must find the ones that will work bestI I believe this video will help people to better understand the problem and make an informed choice of method to use. Thank you for this video!

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching :)

[@el-batoul-store7382]

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[@Mr1991kid]

I've been looking for alternatives to help with hair loss I was obsessing today and saw you put up a new video. Thank you so much!

[@lisagardner4814]

Mr1991kid have you found anything that helps you ? I’m desperate

[@BaByCaKeZ106]

Lisa Gardner I take saw palmetto, pure gelatin, and spearmint supplements. Topically I make my own serum. Mix rosemary oil, lavender oil, panax ginseng, peppermint oil, lard, niacinamide, and caffeine extract. I also put the leftover retinol from my hands after applying it on my face to my scalp. Has been helping a lot! My androgen levels are elevated so I'm also waiting for hormone therapy to see if it helps stop the dht from going crazy on my scalp. Oh also probiotics have helped me! Hope this helps as I know how heartbreaking this issue is

[@nmj3735]

I take California Gold Nutrition CollagenUp Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen everyday. I ordered from iherb, my hair stopped falling. Now no fear when washing or brushing hair.

[@rishrish5484]

N MJ how long did it take you to see any changes? Pls helpppp

[@jeremychoo934]

I know I’m late to this Q&A but has anyone heard about melatonin as a supplement or a treatment for alopecia? A friend’s dog was diagnosed with alopecia and the vet prescribed topical melatonin which after about 3 months, there’s been visible fur regrowth. Wonder whether it works for humans too?

[@etherealintoxicatedcanary9296]

Dr dray, your hair is so pretty!

[@lavellnutrition]

What is the upper limit of Saw Palmetto and Beta-Sitosterol for a 65 yr old 135 lbs woman?

[@nicolegoodwin7875]

What are your thoughts on using minoxidil as far as stopping then start using a Rosemary concoction since Rosemary essential oil is compared to minoxidil?

[@maryannbrowning5126]

I feel like I should get CME when I listen to your channel. :)

[@lenadahling]

Can you please talk about New Nordic Hair Volume & their new Hair Gro? Active ingredients are millet, apple extract, horsetail (silicone), and a special form of vitamin E. Is this legit?

[@glynisjones8128]

Dr. Youn has a vid. on hair growth. He said the supplemt. Nutofol is good. Your thoughts? Tysm for this info.

[@pencilfriendpaperscribbler6032]

Thank you for doing so much research!

[@cindystewart121]

Hi Doc, how are you and your mom doing? I really learned alot from this video, but I always learn so much from you. Thank you for all you do. Take Care and God Bless You and Your Mom 😇💞🐶

[@samiabenaziza7132]

Hi, Is Saw Palmetto effective for young women’s hairloss ans safe for our health in general. I read it blocks estrogen production. That scared me from taking it. Thanks.

[@rishrish5484]

Hey did you find the answer to your question?

[@nab239]

Thank you for sharing this great information! Were the studies done on Viviscal using the Professional version or the Extra strength? Professional is not sold in store and they’ve stopped carrying it on Amazon

[@rebelista19]

My dermatologist said to only take the professional version because studies were done only on that version. I'm about to start taking it and I'm really looking forward to it.

[@suzanmohi]

@@rebelista19 where did you purchase it from? Amazon sells it as well for alot cheaper! But not sure if there the same or counter fit.

[@magdapalacio2769]

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[@cathywebb285]

@@rebelista19 how do you get the professional version? Do you have to go to a dermatologist?

[@michellek7933]

Year later...did it work? Where did you purchase? Thank you!

[@pnevlud]

Great video. I just bought rosemary oil from Maple Holistic. It has many good reviews but after I purchased it I saw one review where the lady said it made her hair fall out smh I bought this to put a few drops in my shampoo as my hair is thinning. Maybe she applied directly to her scalp without diluting it? Now I’m scared to try it lol. Thoughts?

[@alexislb123]

What are your thoughts on Nutrafol?

[@brendagorman6666]

Yes my dermatologist suggested Nutrafol. How do you feel about this compared to visical?

[@thesundaytarot625]

Can u make a video on redensyl? Sharing ur thoughts on how effective it is and side effects it can have. Especially for pattern baldness like female pattern/ diffused hair loss. Also if the hair lasts unlike minoxidil. Thankyou.......love from India ❤️

[@rubyharris7261]

Hello Doc! Really enjoy your videos, and have learned a lot from you. One thing I am not sure about (and I bet others wonder as well): I love to swim, but know that the chlorine is doing damage to my hair. I will sometimes use a swimming cap, but find that it tugs out a lot of my hair. I can't afford to lose any! So, now I just put on a heavy conditioner before I swim, but don't know how much it helps. Do you have a suggestion about how to handle swimming for skin and hair health? Thank you for all that you do!!

[@montanalacy1195]

Hey Dr. Dray! Hope you have a great weekend thanks for the video!