This article was co-authored by Courtney Foster. Courtney Foster is a Licensed Cosmetologist, Certified Hair Loss Practitioner, and Cosmetology Educator based out of New York City. Courtney runs Courtney Foster Beauty, LLC and her work has been featured on The Wendy Williams Show, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Late Show with David Letterman, and in East/West Magazine. She received her Cosmetology License from the State of New York after training at the Empire Beauty School - Manhattan.
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While hair loss is very common, we know that you’re looking to regrow some thicker locks. While there are many false home remedies for re-growing hair online, there are a lot of things you can do that might have an effect. Unfortunately, if your hair loss is genetic, there isn’t much that home remedies can do to help. Luckily, there are medications and minor procedures that can replace your hair, so see your doctor if home remedies don’t work for you.
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QuestionHow can I regrow and thicken my hair naturally?Courtney FosterCourtney Foster is a Licensed Cosmetologist, Certified Hair Loss Practitioner, and Cosmetology Educator based out of New York City. Courtney runs Courtney Foster Beauty, LLC and her work has been featured on The Wendy Williams Show, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Late Show with David Letterman, and in East/West Magazine. She received her Cosmetology License from the State of New York after training at the Empire Beauty School - Manhattan.
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- Sudden hair loss could be from an underlying medical issue, so see your doctor for an exam as soon as possible.⧼thumbs_response⧽
- Niacin is a popular remedy for hair loss, but there is currently no evidence that it’s effective. Skip this one.[30]⧼thumbs_response⧽
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To regrow your hair naturally, avoid washing it every day, which strips away your hair's natural oils, and use sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner on the days when you do wash it. Cut down on your use of heat-styling tools as much as possible to prevent damage that disrupts healthy growth. Also, massaging your scalp for a few minutes each day can stimulate blood flow around your hair follicles and encourage growth. For tips on using essential oils to stimulate growth, read on!
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