Natural Hair Supplements: Biotin And Collagen
July 2023
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Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing
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TLDR Biotin and collagen may improve hair health.
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5 / 5 resultsresearch Biotin Beware: Perils of Biotin Supplementation
Taking biotin supplements can be risky and often lacks evidence of effectiveness for skin, hair, and nail issues.
research Evaluation of Biophysical Skin Parameters and Hair Changes in Patients with Acne Vulgaris Treated with Isotretinoin, and the Effect of Biotin Use on These Parameters
Biotin supplementation during isotretinoin treatment for acne may help maintain skin hydration and improve hair growth.
research Efficacy of 2.5 mg Oral Biotin Versus 5% Topical Minoxidil in Increasing Nail Growth Rate
Minoxidil increases nail growth more than biotin.
research The Role of Vitamins and Minerals in Hair Loss: A Review
Some vitamins and minerals like vitamin D and iron can help with certain types of hair loss, but more research is needed for others.
research Advanced Glycation End-Products Inhibit Mesenchymal-Epidermal Interaction by Up-Regulating Proinflammatory Cytokines in Hair Follicles
AGEs may cause hair loss by increasing inflammation in hair follicles.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity Update march 14th-july 16th topical Min 2mg a day, oral fin 1.25mg a day, but switched to homemade topical microdose at the beginning of july due to sides. Keto shampoo 2x a week, biotin/collagen/coffee seed oil shampoo and conditioner every other day, 5000 biotin pill everyday, dermaroll 1mm sunday
User shared progress pictures of hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride (later switched to topical), keto shampoo, biotin supplements, and dermarolling. Hairline improved slightly, considering a hair transplant for further results.
community Shampoo for a thicker appearance
A user recommends a biotin collagen shampoo for making hair appear thicker and feeling nice. Another user mentions using a similar product with argan oil from Walmart.
community Fin 3 Month Progress
A 23-year-old noticed crown thinning and started using 1.25mg finasteride, biotin supplements, biotin/collagen shampoo, and 1% nizoral shampoo. After 3 months, they reported improvement and side effects that subsided after 2 months.
community Am I a Hyper Responder or is this Normal Growth
The user experienced significant hair regrowth in 5 weeks using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, biotin, collagen, derma stamping, and a mixture of oils, leading others to label them a "hyper responder." Some users advised caution with microneedling frequency to avoid potential scarring.
community My way to recovery and advice - Hope this helps (m20)
A 20-year-old shared their experience of reversing hair loss without using minoxidil or finasteride, instead relying on supplements like biotin, collagen, fish oil, saw palmetto, and various vitamins. They emphasized the importance of a balanced supplement schedule and noted improvements in hair health without experiencing additional shedding.
community 2 months into new routine - Microneedle and minoxidil
The user is two months into a hair loss treatment routine using Minoxidil 5%, microneedling with a 1.5mm needle once a week, Finasteride, and Biotin+collagen supplements, reporting thicker hair. Another user suggests microneedling is very effective, and a question is asked about the timing of Minoxidil application after microneedling.
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