??HELP??? Thinnng spots..what can I do PLEASE HELP???

[CurlyGirl1996]

My hair has been thinning for a while now which is one of the reasons I decided to go natural. I have seen my dermatologist and she says it's a form of alopecia and my hair will not grow back. I do not accept that. "Faith without works..." and I am trying to find something to help regrow my hair in those areas. I believe if i do my part God will step in and finish the job.So ladies please help find something that will work.

thanks a bunch!

 

[angenoir]

So sorry to hear about what you are going through.

I had some bald spots earlier this year. not thinning - BALD!!

But they filled in and now the hair is growing nicely.

I used the following:

1) Phytophanere vitamin supplements
2) Phytospecific growth serum - phyto also has a similar one: http://www.gorgeousshop.co.uk/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=668_673&products_id=2751
3) Megatek mixed with oils (but wasnt so regualr with this)

The first two products really helped me and I really saw a difference.

Due to my bald spots and overprocessed hair I decided to go on a long stretch and I am really seeing a big difference.

PS - you have beautiful hair

 

[CurlyGirl1996]

So sorry to hear about what you are going through.

I had some bald spots earlier this year. not thinning - BALD!!

But they filled in and now the hair is growing nicely.

I used the following:

1) Phytophanere vitamin supplements
2) Phytospecific growth serum - phyto also has a similar one: http://www.gorgeousshop.co.uk/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=668_673&products_id=2751
3) Megatek mixed with oils (but wasnt so regualr with this)

The first two products really helped me and I really saw a difference.

Due to my bald spots and overprocessed hair I decided to go on a long stretch and I am really seeing a big difference.

PS - you have beautiful hair

Thanks for the info. Are their any less expensive versions of these products or something else that you know of? My funds are extremely low so I have to watch how I spend my money.

 

[angenoir]

Thanks for the info. Are their any less expensive versions of these products or something else that you know of? My funds are extremely low so I have to watch how I spend my money.

Maybe you could try the small bottle or jar of MT and mix it with some nice oils.

Hey... Neith had a nice thread about how she had a lot of success with castor oil. Also another member mention success with castor oil! I think that is a really good option Castor oil + daily massages to the areas

 

[LaidBak]

I have something that may help. I PM'd you.

 

[CurlyGirl1996]

Maybe you could try the small bottle or jar of MT and mix it with some nice oils.

Hey... Neith had a nice thread about how she had a lot of success with castor oil. Also another member mention success with castor oil! I think that is a really good option Castor oil + daily massages to the areas

Thank you so much for your help. LHCF Ladies rock!

 

[Br*nzeb*mbsh~ll]

Hi Toyia, God is Able. He sees your faith.
The Waistlength Cocktail http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=288413&goto=newpost has helped me regrow my thin hair which resulted from alopecia as well.
Additionally, I stopped relaxing (big step of faith for me) and used ayurvedic powders and oils.

You can pm me for more info.
Blessings,
~Br*nze

 

[beans4reezy]

Try Black Castor Oil with Essential Oils mixed in. I have been using this for my edges and they are growing back nicely.
Be sure you are messaging the area to get some circulation going.

 

[Makenzie]

Hi Toyia, God is Able. He sees your faith.
The Waistlength Cocktail http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=288413&goto=newpost has helped me regrow my thin hair which resulted from alopecia as well.
Additionally, I stopped relaxing (big step of faith for me) and used ayurvedic powders and oils.

You can pm me for more info.
Blessings,
~Br*nze

I second going natural and the cocktail. My thin spot filled in very nicely.

 

[laurend]

I have hypothyroidism so I use the HairMax laser comb and take the following:
Herbs for Hair Loss


It wasn't until his mid-fifties that my father started losing his hair. I remember the boxes of lotions, creams, heating massage pads that kept coming to his house (much to my stepmother's chagrin). But his hairline kept receding and a decade later, only a well-greased tuft remained on the crown of his head.
Genetics had a lot to do with his situation. My older brother, almost 60 now, is showing the same pattern of thinning hair. But, unlike my father, he has a lot more treatment options at his disposal.
Causes for hair loss can run the gamut from genetics, medical treatments like chemotherapy, skin eczema or allergies, excessive stress, poor nutrition, hormonal changes like menopause and "andropause", under-active thyroid, immune disorders to trichotillomania, a psychological
disorder in which people are compelled to pull out their hair. A study in England has also shown a direct connection between smoking and hair loss. It also showed that smokers were 4 times more likely to have gray hair than non-smokers.
Some conditions can be treated medically through drugs like minoxidil and corticosteroids. Others might require something more drastic, like follicular hair transplant, a form of surgical hair restoration that does provide lasting benefits. The cost, however, can be prohibitive.
But for us normal folks in our 30's, 40's, even 50's, who are just starting to notice our thinning hair, what preventative measures or supplementation can we take to minimize hair loss?

Because healthy hair is dependent on the health of the scalp (hair requires a plentiful supply of nutrient-rich blood to nourish the hair follicles in the scalp) it makes sense that eating nutritionally balanced meals will promote healthy follicles and healthy hair growth. In a recent interview, Dr. Shari Lieberman Ph.D CNS, a nutrition scientist and exercise physiologist at the University of Bridgeport, CT, claims that crash diets have been responsible for many cases of hair loss:

"I'm seeing a lot of women not eating enough protein. A lot of them are eating vegetables; they're eating carbs. They've really gone off a lot of protein and sometimes I'll see hair loss in women for that."
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There is no doubt that a daily diet rich in protein, good carbs and essential fats is important for hair health. Hair is very sensitive to vitamin or mineral imbalances in the body. A flaky scalp can be caused by too little vitamin A; however, too much vitamin A can also bring about hair loss. Supplements, when taken on a consistent basis, at the average or standard dosage suggested below or at a dosage recommended by your physician, can be a strong deterrent to premature hair loss. Consider the following:

1. Evening Primrose Oil and Flaxseed Oil
   Both of these are rich in omega-3 fatty acids which are essential for strong, healthy hair. Evening primrose oil contains a special fat called gamma-linolenic acid( GLA) which the body converts to hormonelike compounds called prostaglandins. The GLA in evening primrose oil is directly converted to anti-inflammatory prostaglandins which are effective against eczema and skin allergies. Taking evening primrose oil (1000mg 3 times a day) will prevent hair loss that is caused by excess flaking and shedding of skin on the scalp.
2. Flaxseed Oil
   Flaxsee oil (14 grams a day) provides substances called lignans wwhich may help fight cancer, bacteria, viruses and fungi. Flaxseed oil boosts the health of hair and nail and speeds the healing of scalp lesions that may contribute to hair loss. A recent study involving ten men between the ages of 20 and 70 in varying stages of male pattern baldness ( AGA) showed that 8 of the subjects reported modest improvement of their hair loss condition, one reported much improvement and one subject reported no effect. Throughout the study, the daily numbers of hair loss decreased and 50% of the subjects noticed a decrease in oil secretion in their scalp.

Zinc
Zine (30 mg) can boost thyroid function and reduce hair loss that comes from an underactive thyroid. Zinc must be taken with its companion Copper (2 mg a day) in order to maintain proper mineral balance in the body. Copper also contains melanin, the pigment that colors hair and skin and can help reverse or delay premature graying. Zinc can also affect the levels of androge
Biotin
Biotin (1000 mcg) a day and Vitamin B-50 Complex (1 tablet twice a day) can also reduce the oiliness and flakiness of the scalp and strengthen the condition of the hair.Other preventative procedures could include a weekly scalp massage to stimulate blood flow and reduce stress which can contribute to hair loss, wearing a hat to protect hair and scalp from sun damage and avoiding abrasive hair treatment like permanents or coloring.


A runner for 27 years, retired schoolteacher and writer, Mary Desaulniers is helping people reclaim their bodies. Nutrition, exercise, positive vision and purposeful engagement are the tools used to turn their bodies into creative selves. You can visit her at www.GreatBodyat50.com.
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ns, the hormones involved in some form of genetic hair loss.

 

[beana]

Thanks for the info. Are their any less expensive versions of these products or something else that you know of? My funds are extremely low so I have to watch how I spend my money.

If you dont already take a multi vitamin, i HIGHLY recommend Rainbow Light's Women's daily multi w/ probiotics... I've been taking them for the past 5 months and notice the qulaityof new growth is nicer than usual.

Also, saw palmetto is very cheap at vitacost.com and is said to help thinning by blocking the DHT from attacking the scalp.

 

[Sade']

I also suffer from hair loss in the crown. Its so bad that I usually keep my hair pinned up. Don't lose hope and do not dwell on it. Treat it! I use Phytophenare Vitamins and plan on purchasing the serum as well. Watch what you eat and drink. What u put in is what u will get on the exterior. Use Ayurvedic Powders (Bhrami, Bhringraj, etc.) to keep the scalp sebum free. U want to provide that area with maximum room and a healthy environment to grow. Those powders and oils(Amla & Shikakai)cleanse the scalp well. Shampoos that contain SLS are a def no-no as u prob know. and use only essential oils. Read labels for mineral oil, mink oil and petrolatum ingredients. Leave those on the shelf! Once u begin the vitamins, powders and oil regimen STICK to it. U have to remain consistent in order to begin to see any results. Again DON'T give up. It took my hair years to get in this condition and its gonna take time to get it back healthy. Patience is a virtue and determination will get u results. HTH good luck!

Ayurvedic Powders can be purchased here or on Amazon:

http://www.theindianfoodstore.com/health---beauty-hesh-herbal-powders.html

 

[CurlyGirl1996]

Thank you all for your help, I appreciate it!