My hair was thinning, balding, dead and dry – thanks to a £10.99 beauty buy it’s now long, healthy and so shiny
A WOMAN has revealed that her hair was thinning and balding, but thanks to a cheap beauty buy, it is now long and healthy.
Martha Chavez, a brunette beauty, shared that the affordable product, which you can nab from a variety of high-street stores, including Boots and Superdrug, “restored” her locks.
Posting on social media, Martha shared snaps of her hair before and after its transformation, leaving many open-mouthed.
She shared her clip with the caption ‘My hair growth journey’ and praised the Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil, for “restoring my hair”.
She explained that prior to using the oil, which is currently just £10.99 from Boots and Superdrug, her hair was “balding, thinning, dead and dry”.
But now, she hailed her hair as “long and healthy” and “thicker and shiny” thanks to the bargain buy.
She advised those suffering with hair loss: “Use Rosemary Oil once a week.
“Massage scalp constantly to promote hair growth.
“Only leave the oil on your scalp for 30 minutes to one hour.”
The viral hair strengthening oil is made up of a nutrient-rich, intensive formula that supports a range of hair concerns.
From length retention and nourishing hair follicles, to smoothing split ends and preventing dry scalp, this versatile oil uses natural ingredients and more than 30 essential oils to deliver the results we all deserve.
It is cruelty-free and can be used for daily hair care or for specialised scalp treatments.
Rave reviews
The oil has long been raved about by beauty fans, and has now amassed over 1,100 positive reviews and an average rating of 4.7 out of five on Beauty Bay.
Many claimed that their locks now feel “stronger and shinier” and praised the attractive smell too.
It’s amazing, I’m already seeing new growth
Beauty Bay shopper
One person said: “A little goes a long way – smells amazing, hair feels shiny and nourished.
“Great scalp treatment too – would recommend especially if struggling with dry scalp or dry ends.”
Everything you need to know about hair loss
Marie Nieuwoudt, a Group Education Manager at CLOUD NINE told Fabulous everything you need to know regarding hair loss.
What are the common causes of hair loss?
Marie explained: “There are so many reasons why someone may face hair loss.
“The number one reason is usually hormonal changes or underlying health conditions (like thyroid conditions), and stress of
course also plays a big part in changes to your hair health.
“But another very common day-to-day cause is excessive damage to your hair created by mistakes in your styling routines – and this a
big one to be aware of for people who are regularly applying heat to their hair!
“It’s important to know the right temperature for your hair type when using styling tools, as this is essential in reducing unintentional heat damage.
“I also see a lot of people facing hair loss resulting from hereditary conditions, which are passed down from generation to generation.”
What are the best hairstyles people should try to reduce their hair loss?
According to Marie: “Less is more when it comes to hair loss! It’s important to be gentle with your hair, so a low-maintenance style that limits pulling on your scalp will be your best option.
“Putting your hair up in a tight ponytail or adding hair clips can cause stress points at the roots.
“Instead, try leaving your hair down, or out.
“You’re not limited in your options, but it pays to be intentional with your hair styling. Using tools which limit damage to your hair is vital.
“Discussing your concerns with a hairdresser or hair loss specialist is also a great way to find styles that suit your specific needs, whilst still making sure you look and feel your best.”
How long does it take for hair loss to stop?
If you’re itching to know when your hair will grow back, Marie confirmed: “Hair loss is a personal journey – and it’s different for everyone, so it’s very difficult to put exact timings on this process.
“Every head of hair is unique, and so too is your hair loss experience.
“As always, you can speak to a professional hairdresser or trichologist about your specific concerns and hair changes, and they’ll be able to help you manage those expectations.
“I can’t emphasise enough how important it is to be kind to your hair. Most people treat their hair quite roughly, and this is something you definitely want to avoid when dealing with hair loss in particular.
“Make sure you’re choosing products and styling routines that you know are good for your hair, rather than causing additional damage.”
Another added: “The hair feels stronger and shinier. I put a small amount on my scalp every day for two weeks and l definitely can see some results.”
A third commented: “It’s amazing, I’m already seeing new growth. It smells great and everything is great.”
Hair loss tips
We can lose between 50 and 100 hairs a day, according to the NHS.
It is not usually something to worry about, but occasional it can be a sign of a medical concern.
These include illness, stress, cancer treatment, weight loss and iron deficiency.
The NHS advises to book an appointment with your GP to see if you can get to the cause of it.
Experts at American Academy of Dermatology Association also recommend to eat healthy, limit curling irons and only use them for special occasions.
They also recommend using a gentle shampoo, and make use of leave-in conditioners.
Meanwhile, someone else claimed: “Even my hairdresser commented on the condition of my hair.
“I use this every night and it takes the frizz out of my hair and my hair looks thicker.”
More hair tips
In addition to this, Martha also shared her other haircare tips.
The content creator explained that she uses high quality shampoo and conditioner.
Not only that, but she also now only washes her hair twice a week.
So if you’re looking to stop hair loss, which is incredibly common in Autumn as a result of the changes in temperature and the seasonal hair growth cycle, you’ll need to ditch your own-brand products, stop washing your hair as much, and nab some rosemary oil.
The 4 stages of the hair growth cycle
Hair experts at Philip Kingsley shared the four stages of the hair growtn cycle are: Anagen, Catagen, Telogen and Exogen
Anagen Phase: Also known as the ‘Growth Phase’ or ‘Active Phase’, is when the cells in the root of your hair are most rapidly dividing so more new hair is formed.
During the Anagen Phase, hair grows around half an inch a month [about six inches a year], and faster in the summer than in winter.
This phase of the hair growth cycle lasts an average of three to five years.
Catagen Phase: Following the Anagen Phase, your hair cycle enters a short transitional phase known as the Catagen Phase, which signals the end of active hair growth and cuts individual hairs off from the blood supply and from the cells that produce new hair.
Approximately three percent of all hairs are in this stage at any time and it lasts for around 10 days.
Telogen Phase: The third stage of your natural hair growth cycle is the Telogen Phase, a resting period when strands remain in their follicles but are not actively growing.
An estimate of 10-15 percent of your hairs are in the Telogen Phase at any given moment.
The Telogen Phase lasts around three months or 100 days.
Exogen Phase: The final stage of the Hair Growth Cycle, when individual hair strands are released from their follicles and fall out.
Now the whole process begins again.
Beauty fans respond
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @marthas_makeovers, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly gone viral and has since racked up 4.4 million views.
Social media users were impressed with Martha’s hair journey and were eager to follow her advice, which many were keen to share in the comments.
One beauty fan beamed: “Thanks! I ordered this for thinning dry hair!”
A second chimed in: “I am going to try this out.”
Whilst another user penned: “Girl I’m trusting you.”