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Men’s Beauty
Hair Today...
At-home hair loss treatments if you’re worried your mane might be gone tomorrow.
Hair loss, among men or women, can truly cause a frustrating and stressful feeling. Whether hair loss is due to genetics, age, or hormones, it is hard to control from happening. However, there are ways to improve hair growth with various products.
Products can help stimulate growth within hair follicles and target individual needs. Many companies sell items that can help with growth, but which ones actually work? We have compiled a list of products that have proven to show improvement in hair growth. Along with these products assisting with thickening and growing hair, they can also help bolster your confidence!
by Stephanie Long and Amanda Harper
Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements
Many essential vitamins and minerals help support hair growth. Some fight off free radicals that may damage hair folicles. In general, most oral supplements will not totally reverse hair loss. However, many can encourage remaining hair to grow thicker and stronger.
OTC Shampoos and Creams
Hair loss treatments like Rogaine have been on the market for several years. Most users find that the rate of hair loss slows while others see hair regrowth.
Massage
Scalp massage may help stimulate new hair growth and improve thickness. Massage in aloe or coconut oil for added benefits!
Subscriptions
Subscription options have popped up in recent years that send whole kits to help you take care of hair loss at home. Do your research before you dive in!
Pure Biology Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo ($27.99) Keranique Shampoo and Conditioner Set ($39.97) Andalou Naturals Argan Stem Cell Shampoo ($9.99) Men’s Rogaine Foam ($23.40)
Nioxin Trial-Size System Kits Shampoo, Conditioner & Scalp Treatment, For Progressed to Advanced Thinning Hair ($29.99) HEETA Scalp Care Hair and Shampoo Brush with Soft Silicone Scalp Massager ($7.98)
TREATMENTS FROM PROS:
PRP
Platelet-rich plasma injections into the scalp area seem to encourage natural hair growth. Local health care professionals are seeing great results with PRP treatments in restoring hair loss, especially in spots where there is minor thinning.
Laser Therapy
The FDA has approved a laser device treatment for heriditary hair loss. Studies have shown that it helps improve hair density.
Hair Transplant
Hair restoration surgery comes with some potential risks and healing, but the end result is often impressive.
Prescription Treatments
Many strong hair loss drugs and treatments require a prescription. See your doctor to discuss your options.