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Scottish Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
I had bald patches at 21 & tried all the hair hacks – a viral Amazon buy reversed it and now my locks are thick & long
All recommendations within this article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click on a link in this story we may earn affiliate revenue. The hair expert also claimed a viral growth syrup was not worth the hype HAIR THIS I had bald patches at 21 & tried all the hair hacks – a viral Amazon buy reversed it and now my locks are thick & long Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WHEN Sofia started losing her hair at just 21, she turned to every viral TikTok hack and pricey hair serum out there but says that only one product actually worked. Now 24, the London-based hair researcher claims XXX buy has totally transformed her hair, helping her grow back thick, healthy locks after years of bald patches and self-esteem struggles. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Sophia began balding at just 21-years-old Credit: tiktok/@sofiahairhealth 2 She's shared the secret product that's landed her luscious locks Credit: Sophia said: 'I've tried every 'miracle' product on the market, and nothing compares." She claims Growplex's Vitafoam 5% Minoxidil gave her her hair back and gave it 10/10 for hair growth, ranking it the best on the market. The over-the-counter scalp treatment works by increasing blood flow to hair follicles, helping to stimulate growth. Sofia said she applies the foam formula to her scalp every night before bed and hasn't looked back since. What other hair-growth products has she tried? Her reviews as a trichologist are refreshingly honest, especially when it comes to viral hair care that just didn't deliver. Sophie gave cult-favourite Kerastase Genesis just 5/10, calling it 'glamorous but pointless' for actual hair regrowth. She said although the product might reduce a bit of breakage it "doesn't touch hormonal or genetic causes'. Another hyped-up TikTok pick, Seapuri Hair Growth Serum, scored a dismal 2/10. Sophia claimed the hype was all due to marketing, as it doesn't contain any clinically-proven ingredients to actually regrow hair. Surprisingly, she also slammed Hair Syrup, rating it just 1/10. The hair researcher called it a "total scam" and claimed it clogged her scalp pores and "made everything worse". My hair's so thin you can see my scalp but miracle £8 buy fixes it in seconds On the more positive end, she gave Champo's Pitta Growth Serum a 7/10, saying although it won't reverse baldness it will support overall hair health. Nioxin's Anti-Hair Loss Serum also scored fairly well with 7.5/10. Sophia explained that it activates hair growth by triggering an olfactory response — basically waking the follicles up with scent stimulation. She claims it's smart, but still not as effective as Minoxidil. Sophie's ultimate hair-growth hack She swears by combining Minoxidil with DHT-blocking supplements like pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto and stinging nettle root. She explained that DHT is the hormone that shrinks hair follicles and so stopping it is key if you want to stop the loss. Still, she insists: 'You can spend hundreds on shampoos, tonics and influencers' favourites, but nothing beats Minoxidil, DHT blockers and maybe laser therapy if you're serious about regrowth.' But behind all the testing and reviews is a much deeper journey. Sofia first realised something was wrong when she started noticing thinning around her hairline during university. 'I'd wake up and see more scalp than hair,' she recalled. 'Then I spotted actual bald patches.' Eventually, she was diagnosed with androgenic alopecia, a genetic condition more commonly found in older women but hers came on fast and early. At the time, she says she withdrew from friends, felt deeply insecure, and spent months researching solutions. Doctors warned there was no permanent cure, just ongoing treatments. That's when Sofia threw herself into learning about hair biology and testing everything she could get her hands on. Hair re-growth FAQs Anabel Kingsley, Consultant Trichologist and Brand President at Philip Kingsley spoke exclusively to Fabulous. How long does it take for hair to grow back? Hair grows, on average, half an inch a month. You cannot speed this up. Do rosemary oil and scalp massages work? Oils do not promote hair growth. In terms of rosemary oil, the current trend stems from one small study carried out on 50 men in 2015. No women were involved, and the study compared the effects of 2 per cent minoxidil to Rosemary oil. 2 per cent minoxidil doesn't do much for male pattern hair loss anyway, so the results were not very impressive. Oils do serve a purpose in conditioning hair treatments though. They help add shine and smooth the hair cuticle to lock-in moisture and improve combability. Scalp massages alone won't cure hair loss, but it can help relax you, aid in lymphatic drainage, exfoliate and help topicals penetrate. Are there any products or foods/vitamins you recommend someone using or eating to help with hair regrowth? To support healthy hair regrowth, if you are experiencing hair thinning we'd recommend our Density Preserving Scalp Drops clinically proven to help slow hair loss with continued daily use within three months. Telogen effluvium (hair shedding) due to nutritional deficiencies can often be simply treated with changes to your diet, and nutritional supplements such as our specially formulated Density Healthy Hair Complex and Density Amino Acid Booster. Iron and Ferritin (stored iron) in red meat, dried apricots and dark, leafy greens. Vitamin B12 in animal products and fortified plant-based foods. Protein from oily fish, lean meat, cottage cheese, tofu, nuts, chickpeas, and beans. However, there may be an underlying cause for their hair loss and rather than this being masked by using an off-the-shelf product, they should be encouraged to seek the advice of a specialist such as a Trichologist. Now, thanks to her routine and that game-changing Amazon foam, her hair is visibly fuller and healthier, and her confidence is back too. She's built a supportive following on TikTok where she shares advice, reviews, and encouragement with others facing hair loss. 'People message me every day, from teen boys to women in their 50s, saying thank you for being honest about what works and what doesn't,' she said. She says her comment section has become a "beautiful space where people just support each other".
The Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I had bald patches at 21 & tried all the hair hacks – a viral Amazon buy reversed it and now my locks are thick & long
WHEN Sofia started losing her hair at just 21, she turned to every viral TikTok hack and pricey hair serum out there but says that only one product actually worked. Now 24, the London-based hair researcher claims XXX buy has totally transformed her hair, helping her grow back thick, healthy locks after years of bald patches and self-esteem struggles. 2 2 Sophia said: 'I've tried every 'miracle' product on the market, and nothing compares." She claims Growplex's Vitafoam 5% Minoxidil gave her her hair back and gave it 10/10 for hair growth, ranking it the best on the market. stimulate growth. Sofia said she applies the foam formula to her scalp every night before bed and hasn't looked back since. What other hair-growth products has she tried? Her reviews as a trichologist are refreshingly honest, especially when it comes to viral hair care that just didn't deliver. Sophie gave cult-favourite Kerastase Genesis just 5/10, calling it 'glamorous but pointless' for actual hair regrowth. She said although the product might reduce a bit of breakage it "doesn't touch hormonal or genetic causes'. Another hyped-up TikTok pick, Seapuri Hair Growth Serum, scored a dismal 2/10. Sophia claimed the hype was all due to marketing, as it doesn't contain any clinically-proven ingredients to actually regrow hair. Surprisingly, she also slammed Hair Syrup, rating it just 1/10. The hair researcher called it a "total scam" and claimed it clogged her scalp pores and "made everything worse". My hair's so thin you can see my scalp but miracle £8 buy fixes it in seconds On the more positive end, she gave Champo's Pitta Growth Serum a 7/10, saying although it won't reverse baldness it will support overall hair health. Nioxin's Anti-Hair Loss Serum also scored fairly well with 7.5/10. Sophia explained that it activates hair growth by triggering an olfactory response — basically waking the follicles up with scent stimulation. She claims it's smart, but still not as effective as Minoxidil. Sophie's ultimate hair-growth hack She swears by combining Minoxidil with DHT-blocking supplements like pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto and stinging nettle root. She explained that DHT is the hormone that shrinks hair follicles and so stopping it is key if you want to stop the loss. Still, she insists: 'You can spend hundreds on shampoos, tonics and influencers' favourites, but nothing beats Minoxidil, DHT blockers and maybe laser therapy if you're serious about regrowth.' But behind all the testing and reviews is a much deeper journey. Sofia first realised something was wrong when she started noticing thinning around her hairline during university. 'I'd wake up and see more scalp than hair,' she recalled. 'Then I spotted actual bald patches.' Eventually, she was diagnosed with androgenic alopecia, a genetic condition more commonly found in older women but hers came on fast and early. At the time, she says she withdrew from friends, felt deeply insecure, and spent months researching solutions. Doctors warned there was no permanent cure, just ongoing treatments. That's when Sofia threw herself into learning about hair biology and testing everything she could get her hands on. Hair re-growth FAQs Anabel Kingsley, Consultant Trichologist and Brand President at Philip Kingsley spoke exclusively to Fabulous. How long does it take for hair to grow back? Hair grows, on average, half an inch a month. You cannot speed this up. Do rosemary oil and scalp massages work? Oils do not promote hair growth. In terms of rosemary oil, the current trend stems from one small study carried out on 50 men in 2015. No women were involved, and the study compared the effects of 2 per cent minoxidil to Rosemary oil. 2 per cent minoxidil doesn't do much for male pattern hair loss anyway, so the results were not very impressive. Oils do serve a purpose in conditioning hair treatments though. They help add shine and smooth the hair cuticle to lock-in moisture and improve combability. Scalp massages alone won't cure hair loss, but it can help relax you, aid in lymphatic drainage, exfoliate and help topicals penetrate. Are there any products or foods/vitamins you recommend someone using or eating to help with hair regrowth? To support healthy hair regrowth, if you are experiencing hair thinning we'd recommend our Density Preserving Scalp Drops clinically proven to help slow hair loss with continued daily use within three months. Telogen effluvium (hair shedding) due to nutritional deficiencies can often be simply treated with changes to your diet, and nutritional supplements such as our specially formulated Density Healthy Hair Complex and Density Amino Acid Booster. Iron and Ferritin (stored iron) in red meat, dried apricots and dark, leafy greens. Vitamin B12 in animal products and fortified plant-based foods. Protein from oily fish, lean meat, cottage cheese, tofu, nuts, chickpeas, and beans. However, there may be an underlying cause for their hair loss and rather than this being masked by using an off-the-shelf product, they should be encouraged to seek the advice of a specialist such as a Trichologist. Now, thanks to her routine and that game-changing Amazon foam, her hair is visibly fuller and healthier, and her confidence is back too. She's built a supportive following on TikTok where she shares advice, reviews, and encouragement with others facing hair loss. 'People message me every day, from teen boys to women in their 50s, saying thank you for being honest about what works and what doesn't,' she said. She says her comment section has become a "beautiful space where people just support each other".
Scottish Sun
05-06-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
I had been losing my hair for 2 years & my scalp was really bald – an £8 oil helped my locks grow back thick & fast
The TikToker shared her exact haircare routine and products used HAIR-MAZING I had been losing my hair for 2 years & my scalp was really bald – an £8 oil helped my locks grow back thick & fast Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A WELLNESS influencer has shared her top hacks on how to get fuller, thicker hair - following her own emotional hair loss journey. Beauty and health guru Gracie - aka TikTok's @thegraciecollins - has opened up about her essential daily routine after 'severely' losing her hair over the past two years. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The wellness influencer shared her hair loss journey Credit: TikTok/@thegraciecollins 3 The TikToker provided products she uses to care for her hair shedding Credit: TikTok/@thegraciecollins The US star spoke about her meticulous ritual which involves a penny-pinching hair-recovering product. Nature Spell Natural Batana Hair Oil can be bought from a variety of retailers, including Holland & Barrett for £8. The naturally effective cold-pressed pre-diluted hair and scalp oil claims to 'support your hair growth journey' and 'nourish the scalp and strengthen to reduce breakage'. The hair loss guru told followers: "I have been losing my hair severely for the past two years. I'm going to show you everything that I have done. "I use a five per cent minoxidil [hair loss medication] every single night. Not two per cent. Five per cent is way more effective. Two per cent will do nothing. "If you're looking to spend a bit more, Growplex [from £35] is an amazing minoxidil as well. Wash it out in the morning every single day. "Before I put my minoxidil on, I will Derma Roll my scalp two to three times a week. Then I'll put the minoxidil on top ansleep in it. "In the morning, I wash my hair every other day with Nizerol Shampoo [Holland & Barrett, £7.99]. This helps block the DHT on your scalp. "Overproduction of DHT causes you to lose hair and it to thin and shed. "On the days I'm not using this, I use a stimulating shampoo [Revita Hair-Stimulating Shampoo, £26]. I had the worst itchy scalp and dandruff so gave up washing my hair - it hasn't been shampooed for A YEAR "After I've washed my hair, I put this all over my scalp," she said referring to Nioxin Hair Fall Defense Intensive Daily Leave-In Hair Treatment, £57.50, from Boots. The TikToker takes supplements including Viviscal Hair Growth Supplements, £66.49, Holland & Barrett and Pumpkin Seed Oil with Saw Palmetto, Bloom & Bond, £29.99. She advised: "Also, please note that with minoxidil you have a dread shed phase. On the three, four week mark, you're going to notice a lot more shedding, but those are the hairs that were going to shed anyway, so once those are gone the stronger hairs are going to grow through. "Don't fear. Don't be worried. Just trust the process. Everyone goes through it. This is a routine that you have to be religious about. You can't do it two to three times a week and expect to see results." She concluded: "If you are losing your hair, it's more common than you would think. "I feel like in women, it's almost a shameful thing to talk about, and it's embarrassing which I get, but... hey, even if you're losing your hair, we can grow it back. "It can be strong, it can be healthy, it can be better than it ever was before." 3 The Natural Batana Oil comes in at just £8 from Holland & Barrett Credit: Holland & Barrett 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.
The Sun
05-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
I had been losing my hair for 2 years & my scalp was really bald – an £8 oil helped my locks grow back thick & fast
A WELLNESS influencer has shared her top hacks on how to get fuller, thicker hair - following her own emotional hair loss journey. Beauty and health guru Gracie - aka TikTok 's @thegraciecollins - has opened up about her essential daily routine after 'severely' losing her hair over the past two years. 3 3 The US star spoke about her meticulous ritual which involves a penny-pinching hair-recovering product. Nature Spell Natural Batana Hair Oil can be bought from a variety of retailers, including Holland & Barrett for £8. The naturally effective cold-pressed pre-diluted hair and scalp oil claims to 'support your hair growth journey' and 'nourish the scalp and strengthen to reduce breakage'. The hair loss guru told followers: "I have been losing my hair severely for the past two years. I'm going to show you everything that I have done. "I use a five per cent minoxidil [hair loss medication] every single night. Not two per cent. Five per cent is way more effective. Two per cent will do nothing. "If you're looking to spend a bit more, Growplex [from £35] is an amazing minoxidil as well. Wash it out in the morning every single day. "Before I put my minoxidil on, I will Derma Roll my scalp two to three times a week. Then I'll put the minoxidil on top ansleep in it. "In the morning, I wash my hair every other day with Nizerol Shampoo [Holland & Barrett, £7.99]. This helps block the DHT on your scalp. "Overproduction of DHT causes you to lose hair and it to thin and shed. "On the days I'm not using this, I use a stimulating shampoo [Revita Hair-Stimulating Shampoo, £26]. I had the worst itchy scalp and dandruff so gave up washing my hair - it hasn't been shampooed for A YEAR "After I've washed my hair, I put this all over my scalp," she said referring to Nioxin Hair Fall Defense Intensive Daily Leave-In Hair Treatment, £57.50, from Boots. The TikToker takes supplements including Viviscal Hair Growth Supplements, £66.49, Holland & Barrett and Pumpkin Seed Oil with Saw Palmetto, Bloom & Bond, £29.99. She advised: "Also, please note that with minoxidil you have a dread shed phase. On the three, four week mark, you're going to notice a lot more shedding, but those are the hairs that were going to shed anyway, so once those are gone the stronger hairs are going to grow through. "Don't fear. Don't be worried. Just trust the process. Everyone goes through it. This is a routine that you have to be religious about. You can't do it two to three times a week and expect to see results." She concluded: "If you are losing your hair, it's more common than you would think. "I feel like in women, it's almost a shameful thing to talk about, and it's embarrassing which I get, but... hey, even if you're losing your hair, we can grow it back. "It can be strong, it can be healthy, it can be better than it ever was before." 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.
The Irish Sun
05-06-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
I had been losing my hair for 2 years & my scalp was really bald – an £8 oil helped my locks grow back thick & fast
A WELLNESS influencer has shared her top hacks on how to get fuller, thicker hair - following her own emotional hair loss journey. Beauty and health guru Gracie - aka TikTok's @thegraciecollins - has opened up about her essential daily routine after 'severely' losing her hair over the past two years. 3 The wellness influencer shared her hair loss journey Credit: TikTok/@thegraciecollins 3 The TikToker provided products she uses to care for her hair shedding Credit: TikTok/@thegraciecollins The US star spoke about her meticulous ritual which involves a penny-pinching hair-recovering product. Nature Spell Natural Batana Hair Oil can be bought from a variety of retailers, including Holland & Barrett for £8. The naturally effective cold-pressed pre-diluted hair and scalp oil claims to 'support your hair growth journey' and 'nourish the scalp and strengthen to reduce breakage'. The hair loss guru told followers: "I have been losing my hair severely for the past two years. I'm going to show you everything that I have done. Read more "I use a five per cent minoxidil [hair loss medication] every single night. Not two per cent. Five per cent is way more effective. Two per cent will do nothing. "If you're looking to spend a bit more, Growplex [from £35] is an amazing minoxidil as well. Wash it out in the morning every single day. "Before I put my minoxidil on, I will Derma Roll my scalp two to three times a week. Then I'll put the minoxidil on top an sleep in it. "In the morning, I wash my hair every other day with Nizerol Shampoo [Holland & Barrett, £7.99]. This helps block the DHT on your scalp. Most read in Fabulous "Overproduction of DHT causes you to lose hair and it to thin and shed. "On the days I'm not using this, I use a stimulating shampoo [Revita Hair-Stimulating Shampoo, £26]. I had the worst itchy scalp and dandruff so gave up washing my hair - it hasn't been shampooed for A YEAR "After I've washed my hair, I put this all over my scalp," she said referring to Nioxin Hair Fall Defense Intensive Daily Leave-In Hair Treatment, £57.50, from Boots. The TikToker takes supplements including Viviscal Hair Growth Supplements, £66.49, Holland & Barrett and Pumpkin Seed Oil with Saw Palmetto, Bloom & Bond, £29.99. She advised: "Also, please note that with minoxidil you have a dread shed phase. On the three, four week mark, you're going to notice a lot more shedding, but those are the hairs that were going to shed anyway, so once those are gone the stronger hairs are going to grow through. "Don't fear. Don't be worried. Just trust the process. Everyone goes through it. This is a routine that you have to be religious about. You can't do it two to three times a week and expect to see results." She concluded: "If you are losing your hair, it's more common than you would think. "I feel like in women, it's almost a shameful thing to talk about, and it's embarrassing which I get, but... hey, even if you're losing your hair, we can grow it back. "It can be strong, it can be healthy, it can be better than it ever was before." 3 The Natural Batana Oil comes in at just £8 from Holland & Barrett Credit: Holland & Barrett Hair loss tips We can lose between 50 and 100 hairs a day, according to the 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 They also recommend using a gentle shampoo, and make use of leave-in conditioners.
