A lot of people ask me about hair supplements, so let’s talk about it.
First — biotin. We no longer recommend biotin for hair loss unless you’re truly biotin deficient, and most people aren’t. If you want to take a hair supplement anyway, that’s fine — it can be one more tool in the toolbox. But before you spend money on one, look at your nutrition first.
Hair is essentially protein, so getting adequate protein matters. But protein alone isn’t enough — you also need a balanced diet with antioxidants, healthy fats, carbohydrates, and fiber.
If you’re only eating one type of macro, your hair isn’t going to look thick and healthy no matter what you take.
If you do want a supplement, Nutrafol, Inner Glow, and Viviscal are some of the more popular ones dermatologists frequently recommend. I’m not saying one is better than the other — but they’re pricey, and most require taking three or four capsules a day. So before spending that money, make sure your diet is maximized first.
Want more on hair health and what actually works? A new episode of The Skin Real is up now — “I Fixed My Thinning Hair At 46, Here’s What Actually Works.” Watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts. #biotinhair #hairloss #hairthinning
First — biotin. We no longer recommend biotin for hair loss unless you’re truly biotin deficient, and most people aren’t. If you want to take a hair supplement anyway, that’s fine — it can be one more tool in the toolbox. But before you spend money on one, look at your nutrition first.
Hair is essentially protein, so getting adequate protein matters. But protein alone isn’t enough — you also need a balanced diet with antioxidants, healthy fats, carbohydrates, and fiber.
If you’re only eating one type of macro, your hair isn’t going to look thick and healthy no matter what you take.
If you do want a supplement, Nutrafol, Inner Glow, and Viviscal are some of the more popular ones dermatologists frequently recommend. I’m not saying one is better than the other — but they’re pricey, and most require taking three or four capsules a day. So before spending that money, make sure your diet is maximized first.
Want more on hair health and what actually works? A new episode of The Skin Real is up now — “I Fixed My Thinning Hair At 46, Here’s What Actually Works.” Watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts. #biotinhair #hairloss #hairthinning