Hair loss treatments can range from over-the-counter remedies to prescription medications and surgical procedures. Here’s an overview of some common options:
- Over-the-counter treatments
- Prescription medications
- Hair transplant surgery
- Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy
- Low-level laser therapy (LLLT)
- Scalp micro-pigmentation (SMP)
Home Based Treatments
- Use of Tea Oil
- Home made onion oil
- Dandruff Treatment with Curd or yogourt
- Egg application on hair Roots
- Use of Amla
Over-the-counter treatments:
Minoxidil (Rogaine): A topical solution that is applied to the scalp. It’s available without a prescription and is FDA-approved for both men and women. It’s thought to increase blood flow to the scalp and stimulate hair follicles.
Nutritional supplements: Some supplements, such as biotin, may promote hair growth and improve hair health, although evidence is limited.
Prescription medications:
Finasteride (Propecia): A prescription medication for men that comes in pill form. It works by inhibiting the conversion of testosterone to dihydro-testosterone (DHT), a hormone that contributes to hair loss in men with male pattern baldness.
Dutasteride: Similar to finasteride, it inhibits DHT but is not FDA-approved specifically for hair loss.
Hair transplant surgery:
Follicular unit transplantation (FUT) and follicular unit extraction (FUE) are two common techniques. In FUT, a strip of scalp is removed and hair follicles are transplanted to the balding area. In FUE, individual hair follicles are extracted from a donor area and transplanted to the recipient area.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy:
This involves injecting concentrated platelets from your own blood into areas of the scalp with thinning hair. Some studies suggest it may promote hair growth by stimulating hair follicles.
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT):
This treatment involves using laser devices or combs to stimulate hair follicles and promote hair growth. Its effectiveness is still under investigation.
Scalp micro-pigmentation (SMP):
SMP is a non-surgical procedure where specialized pigments are tattooed onto the scalp to mimic the appearance of hair follicles. It can be used to create the illusion of a fuller head of hair, especially for those with extensive hair loss or who prefer a shaved look.
It’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional or a dermatologist before starting any hair loss treatment to determine the underlying cause of hair loss and the most appropriate treatment option. Additionally, individual responses to treatments can vary, so what works for one person may not work for another.
It’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional or a dermatologist before starting any hair loss treatment to determine the underlying cause of hair loss and the most appropriate treatment option. Additionally, individual responses to treatments can vary, so what works for one person may not work for another.
