HAIR health can be optimized for growth and reduced shedding using a specific ingredient, revealed an expert. She shared a selection of beauty buys that are beneficial for achieving luscious locks. Carolina Goncalves is the Superintendent Pharmacist at Pharmica , a UK-based online prescription service.
Speaking to The U.S. Sun, she shared must-try tips for nurturing thinning tresses.
Goncalves said scientific research supports the use of biotin, caffeine, minoxidil, and kopexil in hair care. “Biotin helps in the production of amino acids that form part of the structure of keratin - a protein that makes up hair, thereby promoting stronger hair growth and reducing brittleness,” she said. “Caffeine, on the other hand, is thought to help stimulate the hair follicles, improve scalp blood circulation, and potentially extend the growth phase of hair.
” She revealed research into the use of caffeine in hair care is ongoing. “Minoxidil widens the blood vessels, allowing more oxygen, blood, and nutrients to reach the follicles, thereby increasing hair follicle size and strength,” she continued. “Kopexil has similar effects and can increase the elasticity of the collagen around the hair roots.
"It prevents hair loss by anchoring hairs to the scalp and contributing to the density of hair fibers.” Goncalves said several over-the-counter and prescription products can support hair growth. Among them is the high-strength topical medication minoxidil, which is sold as Regaine S.
