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Scottish Sun
20 hours ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
I lost 9st on Mounjaro but was losing hair in clumps – I found a surprising solution that stylists don't usually suggest
Find out everything you need to know about fat jabs HAIR ME OUT I lost 9st on Mounjaro but was losing hair in clumps – I found a surprising solution that stylists don't usually suggest Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MUM who lost a staggering nine stone on a weight-loss jab says her hair started falling out in clumps, until she found an unlikely solution that most stylists would never recommend. TikToker Kelsey, known to her followers as @kelseymounjaroandme, has been documenting her incredible transformation after dropping nine stone since starting on Mounjaro last August. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Kelsey revealed she'd been experiencing hair loss on Mounjaro Credit: TikTok/ @kelseymounjaroandme 2 The Tiktoker found a solution to maintaining her locks Credit: TikTok/ @kelseymounjaroandme But while the pounds melted off, something else started to disappear - her hair. In an emotional post, the mum revealed: 'My hair loss was really, really bad. Like, it was coming out in clumps. I'd be in the shower, brushing it, and it was just everywhere.' Many women have reported hair thinning or shedding as a side effect of rapid weight loss or hormonal changes on medications such as Mounjaro. And for Kelsey, it hit hard. Rather than hide away, Kelsey took matters into her own hands. Read more on hair loss HAIR THIS I was blighted by Mounjaro hair loss & bald spots until I found a 90p solution Despite being fully trained in hair extensions and knowing the golden rule that they're usually a no-no when your hair is already shedding, she went for it. And it turns out, the gamble paid off. After asking her TikTok followers for suggestions, Kelsey decided to try a mix of hair-friendly supplements alongside her extensions. She invested in collagen, biotin, and a glow-up shake she gets from the TikTok Shop and says the results have been game-changing. She said: 'The hair loss is now minimal. I got my first maintenance on Friday and couldn't believe it. So much less coming out when I wash it.' Kelsey also swears by the Nutri Geek supplements she takes daily, praising the tiny, easy-to-swallow pills and tasteless collagen that goes straight into her morning shake. Ireland AM star Muireann O'Connell shows off fabulous new hair do 'I waited to see if it worked before recommending it, but honestly – I've seen a massive difference.' Experts say she might be onto something. Victoria Lynch, founder of ethical hair extension brand Remi Cachet and an expert in hair loss-friendly installs, told The Sun: 'Hair loss is hugely emotional. "It's not just about how you look, it's your identity. Extensions can be a lifeline for people if they're done safely and correctly.' She says that while extensions are often seen as a cosmetic luxury, they can actually help restore confidence for people dealing with hair loss, so long as the method is tailored to the client's hair health. 'You need to avoid anything too heavy or that adds tension to already fragile hair,' she explains. 'We recommend ultra-lightweight options like Injection Tapes or our Ultra Tips, which don't use heat or glue and are much kinder to the scalp.' And it turns out, qualified stylists like Kelsey can safely fit extensions if they know what they're doing. Lynch adds: 'The key is a proper consultation, ongoing maintenance, and gentle at-home care. Extensions aren't a cure, but they're a supportive, confidence-boosting solution.' Kelsey, for one, is thrilled she didn't wait for her hair to sort itself out. 'My confidence is so much better,' she says. 'It's hard enough going through a massive weight loss. When your hair starts falling out, it knocks you back. But this has helped me feel like me again.' So while most stylists wouldn't usually recommend extensions for someone battling hair loss, Kelsey's bold move might just be rewriting the rulebook. Everything you need to know about fat jabs Weight loss jabs are all the rage as studies and patient stories reveal they help people shed flab at almost unbelievable rates, as well as appearing to reduce the risk of serious diseases. Wegovy – a modified version of type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic – and Mounjaro are the leading weight loss injections used in the UK. Wegovy, real name semaglutide, has been used on the NHS for years while Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a newer and more powerful addition to the market. Mounjaro accounts for most private prescriptions for weight loss and is set to join Wegovy as an NHS staple this year. How do they work? The jabs work by suppressing your appetite, making you eat less so your body burns fat for energy instead and you lose weight. They do this my mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which signals to the brain when the stomach is full, so the drugs are officially called GLP-1 receptor agonists. They slow down digestion and increase insulin production, lowering blood sugar, which is why they were first developed to treat type 2 diabetes in which patients' sugar levels are too high. Can I get them? NHS prescriptions of weight loss drugs, mainly Wegovy and an older version called Saxenda (chemical name liraglutide), are controlled through specialist weight loss clinics. Typically a patient will have to have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, classifying them as medically obese, and also have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure. GPs generally do not prescribe the drugs for weight loss. Private prescribers offer the jabs, most commonly Mounjaro, to anyone who is obese (BMI of 30+) or overweight (BMI 25-30) with a weight-related health risk. Private pharmacies have been rapped for handing them out too easily and video calls or face-to-face appointments are now mandatory to check a patient is being truthful about their size and health. Are there any risks? Yes – side effects are common but most are relatively mild. Around half of people taking the drug experience gut issues, including sickness, bloating, acid reflux, constipation and diarrhoea. Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and clinical consultant at said: 'One of the more uncommon side effects is severe acute pancreatitis, which is extremely painful and happens to one in 500 people.' Other uncommon side effects include altered taste, kidney problems, allergic reactions, gallbladder problems and hypoglycemia. Evidence has so far been inconclusive about whether the injections are damaging to patients' mental health. Figures obtained by The Sun show that, up to January 2025, 85 patient deaths in the UK were suspected to be linked to the medicines. Mounjaro Hair loss Many GLP-1 patients might notice hair loss as a common side-effect. The jab itself isn't to blame, it's the vitamin deficiencies caused by extreme calorie cutting while on the injection that can wreak havoc on your scalp. Trichologist Samantha Stewart explains: 'We're seeing patients experiencing hair loss which we conclude to be due to their extreme calorie deficit caused by the injections.' As your body drops weight fast, it can fall short of vital nutrients like zinc, iron and B vitamins which are key building blocks for strong, healthy hair. Without them, hair follicles are pushed into a resting phase too early, causing excessive shedding and slow regrowth - a condition known as Telogen Effluvium. Samantha added: 'Those who have been on crash diets often experience reflective shedding. "It's the result of the body lacking the resources to maintain hair health.' And the effects can be emotionally devastating. The expert recommends a 92p-a-day hair capsule. Hair Gain Capsules are packed with nutrients like biotin, zinc and organic pea shoot extract, are now being recommended by hair pros to tackle the sudden shedding linked to rapid weight loss from jabs like Mounjaro. Meanwhile, a young woman has taken to social media to share how she got her hair growing back in just a few months using a bizarre ingredient. Elsewhere, Moniquem Rapier, who struggled with bald patches and hair loss, has revealed a budget-friendly hack that helped her hair grow back.
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘The upsetting thing is, I enjoyed it', admits Ireland AM Muireann O'Connell as she gets domestic in brand-new home
IRELAND AM star Muireann O'Connell has been revelling in her new phase of life after she bought her first home with her fiance. The property back in May after four years of gruelling house hunting. 2 Muireann O'Connell shared the domestic chore she's 'enjoying' 2 Muireann joked she 'didn't realise she was doing it' renovations or revamps. But, one thing the popular presenter didn't anticipate was her desire to do house chores once she had her own home. In a clip posted to "The last time I did this I was living in my parents house and I was paid pocket money to do it and let's be honest, I took the money and I never did it." READ MORE IN IRELAND AM The Irish host joked that she "didn't even notice" she was doing it and added: "All of a sudden I was standing there with an iron in my hand." Muireann sighed as she asked: "Is this what happens when you get a house?" She then put her hands over her face and confessed: "The upsetting thing is, I enjoyed it, oh my God." The breakfast show host made sure to note that she was "hugely privileged" to have afforded her own property. Most read in News TV Since she began revamping her new home, the star has said she's With the moving boxes unpacked, Muireann has now turned her focus to decorating and renovating the space to add a bit of her own touch. Muireann O'Connell takes over from Kathryn Thomas on air The host has been bringing her fans along with her on the journey and often shares her different ideas. Muireann revealed she's had a change of heart in the colour scheme after getting inspired by some gorgeous homes . 'I'M A SHEEP' She told her followers: "I was thinking of doing something very against my personality and painting the walls with lots of colour. "There'd be pinks involved, invisible whites, greens. That is not like me, bar the time that I painted my entire room to be like Monica and Rachel's apartment in Friends. Yes, it was purple and yellow, Jesus Christ. "But I went to two of the most stylish houses I've ever been in in my life today and there was just a lot of white and then the cabinetry and the furniture did the talking. "So now I'm rethinking everything because I'm a sheep essentially."
The Irish Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘I'm rethinking everything' admits Ireland AM star Muireann O'Connell as she reveals major house renovation update
IRELAND AM star Muireann O'Connell has said she's "rethinking everything" while renovating her home. The Virgin Media host moved into her lavish new pad this month after saying their Advertisement 2 Muireann has changed her mind about her home's colour scheme Credit: Instagram 2 Muireann moved into her house this month Credit: Instagram and her fiancé, who she got engaged to in 2021, were on the hunt to for four years before finally securing the keys to their forever home this year. With the moving boxes unpacked, Muireann has now turned her focus to decorating and renovating the space to add a bit of her own touch. The Limerick native has been bringing her fans along with her on the journey and often shares her different ideas. Yesterday Muireann revealed she's had a change of heart in the colour scheme after getting inspired by some gorgeous homes. Advertisement read more muireann o'connell She told her followers: "I was thinking of doing something very against my personality and painting the walls with lots of colour. "There'd be pinks involved, invisible whites, greens. That is not like me, bar the time that I painted my entire room to be like Monica and Rachel's apartment in Friends. Yes, it was purple and yellow, Jesus Christ. "But I went to two of the most stylish houses I've ever been in in my life today and there was just a lot of white and then the cabinetry and the furniture did the talking. "So now I'm rethinking everything because I'm a sheep essentially." Advertisement read more on the irish sun Exclusive And last week another one of Taking to her Ireland AM star Muireann O'Connell shows off fabulous new hair do She posted a snap of the TV awkwardly wedged in the corner of the room, admitting it wasn't quite working. Explaining the struggle, she said: "Now we need to figure out what in the awkward space to do with our telly. I know the answer is smaller telly. I love my big telly." Advertisement The Virgin Media star then revealed that some followers had been pushing the idea of placing it above the fireplace - but Muireann wasn't a fan of this. She added: "I know you're gonna say above the fireplace, and lads, a telly above the fireplace gives me the ick." MUIR'S MOVE In a follow-up post shared to her page today, Muireann addressed the strong reactions, joking that she may have offended people by saying she didn't like the look. She said: "Hey I fear I've offended some people because of something I don't like in house design and it is this." Advertisement She then joked: "It gives me the ick but some people on stories it feels like I've taken their granny outside, punched her in the face and then drowned their kitten. "If you like this, that is fantastic. What the hell do I know? Also I just can't be staring up that way. I'm too old. My neck doesn't go that way." Muireann also said that many people had messaged suggesting "those TVs that have frames and they look like a piece of art" - but that didn't sway her opinion either. She said: "No. Again, I just don't want to look up that way. But again, if you like this, that's fabulous. Advertisement "What the hell do I know about house design? I'm sure everything in this house is going to be icky to most people. So I am very sorry. If you like this, you do you."
Irish Independent
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
‘Sixty what?' – Ireland AM host's on-air slip-up goes viral
The TV personality and panto star was hosting Virgin Media's breakfast show, Ireland AM, alongside Muireann O'Connell. While speaking about Currans Service Station's 'Big Boy' nine-inch 99 ice cream cone, Hughes mixed up his numbers. When addressing the viewers directly, he said: "How much is a 69 in your area?' After his co-presenter spotted his mistake and asked: 'Sixty what?', Hughes quickly corrected himself and added: 'No, a 99! Sorry, 99 in your area.' We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. As the duo couldn't stop laughing, O'Connell added: 'Okay. Oh, it's very early. What time is it? It's 7.30,' before the show went to an ad break. The clip of the slip-up has gone viral on social media and was shared by the British TV critic and broadcaster Scott Bryan. His post had nearly 500,000 views on X by Thursday afternoon.
The Irish Sun
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Ireland AM star Muireann O'Connell reveals clever fix for hair struggle as she shows off ‘fabulous' new do
IRELAND AM star Muireann O'Connell has revealed the clever way she manages her greys while showing off her "stunning" new look. The popular presenter documented her latest trip to Norma Jean's hair salon, where she got a new treatment done called "grey blending". Advertisement 2 Muireann documented her latest trip to the salon Credit: Instagram 2 She showcased her new hairstyle Credit: Instagram Instead of using root spray, she'd been using Colour Wow powder to keep her colour fresh in the meantime. The The Advertisement READ MORE ON MUIREANN "So it's all about dying the salt and pepper of the grey, so as that they're not clashing or as noticeable and then you dye whatever natural hair colour I've got left." Showing off the final result, Muireann joked: "My favourite point of the whole process is when she chops all my hair off." The Virgin Media star opted for a fresh bob cut with bright blonde tones that blended perfectly with the lighter shade around her roots. She added: "I just love having shorter hair." Advertisement MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN The 41-year-old shared the final look at the end of the video and said she was "delighted" not to need another salon visit for another nine weeks. Muireann captioned her post: "Grey blending @normajeanhair. Started going grey at 15. Ireland AM fans 'dying with laughter' after Muireann floored by Alan's cheeky blunder "I haven't a notion about what's going on but it's nice not to be in the hairdressers every bloody week." 'STUNNING' Fans and friends flocked to the comment section to share their love for her post. Advertisement Anne said: "Brilliant idea and it's fabulous on you. Keep going. Worth it all in the end." Mary wrote: "It's lovely, getting mine done next week." Claire gushed: "Absolutely stunning." Ann commented: "It's lovely." Advertisement Another added: "I love it, wow."
