Beauty > Hair Tips > Thin HairFebruary 23, 2011

Treatment for Thinning Hair

Would anyone know how to thicken my thinning hair? I am 60 years old, so I know I am not going to have young hair again, but it is really embarrassing. My scalp is showing, but my hair is thick at the back. It is also grey which is not a problem. I use a full body shampoo, but it doesn't solve the problem. Many thanks.

By Helen from UK

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02/24/2011

I was getting thinned out hair on one side of my head due to years of using my blow dryer. Someone told me about CoQ10 and it works! CoQ10 is a natural over the counter supplement and it's meant for heart health. I Googled it before using and there is nothing I found on the internet about hair growth but this person that told me about it was so sure that it works.

Sure enough, after about a month of use, I had new hair sprouts where it was thinning! I was shocked.
I suggest a 60-100mg pill once a day. You should check with your doctor first, of course.

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02/23/2011

Consult your doctor to see if there is a reason for the thinning. There are remedies that you can buy over the counter but the thing is when you quit using them you lose the hair again and sometimes more than before. I have the same problem and know of lots of other women that have the same problem and we just go with the flow.

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Remedy for Unexplained Hair Thinning

I am a 19 year old girl. My hair has become too thin within these last 8 months. I don't know the reason behind this, so I need some tips to make it healthy.

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By Alyie 06/11/2011

I know when your protein intake changes it can cause hair thinning. If you are taking any medications, those can cause hair thinning. I have this problem due to my medications, sometimes worse than other times. My doctor told me to try Head and Shoulders or if you want something stronger than try Nizoral or Neutrogena T/Gel. Even though these shampoos are for dandruff issues they really help with thinning hair. I have oily hair so you wouldn't think my scalp is dry but the hair follicles themselves need help. A couple of things to keep in mind... don't brush your hair when wet or you could try a shorter hair style, use brushes and combs with widely spaced bristles and teeth with smooth tips.

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I am 60 and my hair is thinning. Would anyone have a treatment for this?


My hair is weak and thin and does not look healthy. It also appears to be noticeably falling out. Please help me.

By Mona from Pakistan


RE: Treatment for Thinning Hair

Have you seen your doctor to have your thyroid tested? Are you taking vitamins or on chemo? These are the first health thoughts concerning hair loss I have is that your body may be lacking in some deficiency.

The next idea is genetics. Has anyone else in your family experienced this? I would see a doctor to find out what's causing this if genes are ruled out. (03/02/2010)

By Lorelei

RE: Treatment for Thinning Hair

I've started taking Biotin, a vitamin, which I buy at Walmart. It has helped my thinning hair a lot. (03/03/2010)

By Kathryen


I am 50 years old, and used to have very thick hair. Is there anything out there, preferably natural that will stimulate my hair follicles.


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