A HAIR restoration surgeon has revealed the little-known tips for rapidly stimulating hair growth. A 10-minute daily habit, products formulated for nurturing locks, and dietary supplements, are among Dr. Munir Somji’s hacks.
2 Dr. Munir Somji shared his expert tips for stimulating hair growth (stock image) Credit: Getty Dr. Somji is a hair restoration surgeon and the Chief Medical Officer of the UK-based aesthetics clinic Dr.
Medispa . Speaking to The U.S.
Sun, he shared the most underrated methods of promoting hair growth. VALUABLE MINUTES Dr. Somji said it’s important to first speak to a healthcare professional to rule out underlying medical conditions that could compromise hair growth.
“There are a number of reversible causes of hair loss that you may need blood tests for such as B12, folate, vitamin D deficiency, and iron deficiency,” he said. “Stress, lifestyle, poor nutritional intake, poor sleep, and raised cortisol levels can all impact hair growth too.” He revealed a relaxing daily habit could make a huge impact on the health of tresses.
“I feel that one of the most underrated tips is to massage the scalp daily,” he said. “This improves circulation and stimulates blood flow and stimulates the hair follicles. Most read in Hair & Beauty 'NOT GOING TO DENY IT' Club chief admits he's 'working on move' for Rangers star HAVING A 'BAL Rangers 'in advanced talks to sign Man Utd wonderkid in stunning loan deal' DONE DEAL Celtic 'seal move for Bernardo on cut-price deal as contract length revealed' STREET DRAMA Armed police swarm Scots village as fearful locals describe 'carnage' manhunt “The scalp is very good at regenerative capacity so you can regenerate it yourself by massaging it daily for around 10 minutes, even if it's in the shower whilst washing your hair or with some oil.
” POWERFUL PRODUCTS Dr. Somji advised against using products that contain chemicals such as sulfates, parabens, silicons, and formaldehyde as they can trigger shedding. I'm a hairdresser and red flag means your stylist is lying about your thin hair He said permanent hair loss can also be caused by using strong waxes and gels that “starve” locks and cause tractional alopecia.
“In pharmacies, you can find 2% minoxidil for females and 5% minoxidil for males, this is a topical solution that stimulates hair growth,” he said. “There are also hair and scalp care products that can help such as products containing keratin that can help coat the hair. “Hair tonics can also help with hair loss.
” TERRIFIC TREATMENTS Dr. Somji said it’s possible to improve scalp health and reduce hair loss with treatments such as Keravive and microneedling. However, it’s important to consider the impact styling habits such as heat tools, dyeing, and bleaching will have when trying to grow tresses.
One of the biggest causes of tractional alopecia leading to hair transplants in patients coming to my clinic is the use of hair extensions. Dr. Munir Somji “The use of heat when styling the hair is extremely damaging,” he said.
“They damage the outer cortex of the hair shaft and the constant pulling can also lead to tractional alopecia.” He said there are new low-level laser combs that help stimulate microcirculation within the scalp and help with a variety of hair conditions. “One of the biggest causes of tractional alopecia leading to hair transplants in patients coming to my clinic is the use of hair extensions,” he said.
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT Dr. Somji said genetics is going be responsible for up to 60-70% of the way your hair is going to look. As well as genetics, he said blood tests are crucial for identifying any nutritional deficiencies that may hinder hair health.
A deficit can be treated with “good quality multivitamins” and dietary changes. Read more on the Scottish Sun LOTTO SHOCK Heartbroken Postcode Lottery winner plans new life in Spain with share of £2m 'BEST TIMES' Forgotten Scottish football cult hero spotted at Killie Euro clash “You want to ensure you have a diet containing all of your necessary vitamins and minerals,” he said. “Vitamin B12, folate, iron supplements, vitamin D supplements, are essential as well as omega 3 antiacids within your diet.
” 2 Dr. Somji said massaging the scalp daily stimulates blood flow and hair follicles (stock image) Credit: Getty.
