Earlier this year, I started to notice that the hair around my temples was much fluffier and sparse than it had been. So, I went to see, Laura Fowles, a Philip Kingsley consultant trichologist and hair expert. And it was eye-opening (you can read about my trichology consultation here). After a blood test, I found out that I was deficient in both iron and vitamin D, which may well have been contributing to the changes I’d seen in my usually thick hair. Going to see a trichologist means you can get to the root cause of your hair concerns, and receive a tailored treatment plan to deliver you results. This might involve prescription medication, a nutritional plan, hair care products, or a mix of them all for a holistic 360-degree treatment.
I’ve since pointed friends who are experiencing hair issues in the direction of a trichologist. However, it would be remiss of me to not acknowledge that seeing a trichologist isn’t always possible for everyone’s budget or location. So, I decided to ask fellow beauty journalists about their hair growth journeys and share the best hair growth products that really worked for them.