Hair help!

Mar 25, 2014

Shianne W.

How do you grow longer thicker hair? My hair is about medium length but very thin and flat. I'm wanting it linger and of course thicker, I heard of using a can of coconut does that really help?

Mar 25, 2014

Victoria R.

Hi! Yes coconut oil is awesome for your hair it moisturizers and prevents damage. I have the same problem and I cut 8 inches off my hair and wanted it back.
The most important thing to grow your hair is to take vitamins! They help so so much. I take a hair skin and nails and I also take biotin. These should help. Also, massage your scalp before you wash your hair!
Speaking of washing hair... Do it only 1-3 times a week. You don't need to wash your hair everyday. This should all help because these have helped me!
Xoxo Victoria

Mar 25, 2014

Sanjana N.

Biotin has lot of side effects.. You consult doctor before taking it... For more details ask kitty k

Mar 25, 2014

Sanjana N.

Jacqlyn w had recently posted about biotin I request all of you to please read it before simply taking biotin for hair growth..

Mar 25, 2014

Anissa J.

Biotin is bad!!
but otherwise massage your scalp with castor oil and use shampoos to make your hair stronger so they can get thicker

Mar 25, 2014

Victoria R.

Biotin is not bad! It had helped a lot. There are no bad side effects and you can't overdose on it. It's known to help strengthen hair and nails. Yes you should consult a physician before starting ANY supplement, but saying it's bad is not being factual

Mar 25, 2014

Kat A.

Don't take biotin without talking to a doctor. it DOES have side effects if you don't have a biotin deficiency. hair growth depends on genetics & the health of you & your hair. I can give you tips to keep it healthy, which promotes growth if you'd like?

Mar 25, 2014

Victoria R.

Incorrect. I do not have biotin deficiency. My hair has grown 3 inches in 2 months which is when I started taking it.
Diet is a huge part of outer appearance.

Mar 25, 2014

Kat A.

Yes, it is. which is why I said your health also has a lot to do with hair growth. but like I said, consult a doctor. people do/can get side effects if they don't need it. & if you don't have a deficiency, it's not going to do anything for you. I'd rather not turn this into an argument so let's agree to disagree.

Mar 25, 2014

Kat A.

Here's some tips in case I can't find this thread later lol
-drink a lot of water
-eat healthy
-get trims regularly
-coconut or castor oil as a strengthening treatment
-deep conditioner
-hair masks
-use as little heat as you can
-always use a heat protectant, I like Its a 10
-sulfate free shampoo & conditioner, I like L'oreal Everstrong :)

Mar 25, 2014

Kat A.

Oh & you can't actually make your hair thicker. just make it look thicker :)

Mar 25, 2014

Sanjana N.

Biotin Side Effects
Acne. Getting too much biotin in your system increases your risk of developing cystic acne on the chin and jawline. The reason why this occurs is unknown, but it is found that the acne fades a few weeks after you stop using biotin supplements. Make sure you take doses of biotin that are less than 2500 mcg or less each day and drink plenty of water while using biotin supplements to reduce your risk of developing cystic acne. You may need to experiment with different doses until you find the amount that works best with your skin.
Allergies. Allergic reactions to biotin are not common, but they are still possible. People that have known allergies to vitamin B12 cobalamin or cobalt tend to be allergic to biotin as well. If you are suffering from an allergic reaction to biotin you may feel nausea, develop an itchy rash, tightness or pain in your chest and swelling of the throat and face. If you start to develop these symptoms call your doctor for help immediately as some of these developments can be fatal.
Miscarriage. If you are taking high doses of biotin while you are trying to get pregnant it can increase your risk of suffering a miscarriage. The reasoning behind this is not clear, and no tests have been performed on humans to better determine the likelihood of this risk. Talk to a medical professional before taking biotin while pregnant to ensure your safety.
Interactions. Biotin negatively interacts with anti-seizure medications and medications that help lower cholesterol, causing these medications to work less effectively. While biotin is helpful in regulating your metabolism and blood sugar levels, it can have a distinct effect on the overall blood glucose level in your body. If you are taking medications like cholesterol medication or anticonvulsants or treating a condition like diabetes, taking biotin can have an impact on your symptoms. It is rare that people have a life-threatening experience while taking biotin. There is only one recorded case where a woman that suffered from heart and lung condition known as eosinophilic pleuropericardial effusion developed life threatening conditions while taking vitamins B5 and B7 at high doses. After she stopped using these supplements her symptoms stopped. It is currently not known what role each of these vitamins or the combination of the two had in her symptoms.