According to the Canadian Dermatology Association, shedding of hair is normal part of the hair growth cycle. We shed anywhere from 50 to 100 hairs a day with new ones normally growing back to replace them.

Hair loss can be caused by several factors that include genetics, stress, hormone levels and even aging.

Androgenetic alopecia, commonly known as female pattern hair loss is one of the most common causes of hair thinning in women. The condition causes hair follicles to shrink over time, which cause the hair to become thinner even though they might be growing.

Other factors that can contribute to hair thinning cause include medications, diseases, or even pregnancy.

Hair loss occurring from medications are usually only temporary. However, in some medications, the hair loss may be permanent.

Here are some of the most common medications that can cause hair loss:

• Isotretinoin (Accutane, Clarus, Epuris) are acne medications derived from Vitamin A
• Prescription antibiotics can deplete your Vitamin B as well as your hemoglobin, disrupting hair growth and leading to temporary hair thinning.
• In some rare cases, antidepressants and mood stabilizers can cause hair loss as well.
• Chemotherapy drugs which are used to treat certain types of autoimmune illness and cancer can cause a form of hair loss called anagen effluvium.

• Vitamins are an important part of ensuring healthy hair growth and in some cases can also help prevent hair shedding.
• The best vitamins include Vitamin B, Vitamin D, Vitamin E and Biotin.

The pack contains three different powerful elements that will promote natural growth of your hair

• Multivitamin with minerals: Includes Vitamin A, Vitamin B3, Vitamin E, Vitamin D, Folate, B12, Zinc, Iron and Selenium. These a play a crucial role in maintaining good health of hair, nails, eyes, skin, bones and more
• Probiotic: These play an essential role in regulating gut health, balancing hormones, fighting inflammation and reducing stress.
• Biotin: Supplemented alongside zinc, biotin can help maintain the body’s ability to metabolize nutrients. A factor in the maintenance of good health.

The results of treatments vary from person to person. Healthy hair growth is a slow process and it can take as long as 4 months of consistent use for peak hair growth. It’ll also depend on the strength or concentration of the medication you are prescribed. The higher the concentration, generally the more effective and quick the results.

Occasionally, people report increased hair shedding with use for about two to six weeks after starting the treatment. Do not worry, this hair loss is temporary. Please book an appointment with our medical team if you continue losing hair after six weeks of use.

You can follow your normal haircare routine while using these treatments. Do not shampoo your hair for at least four hours after applying. It is recommended to ensure that the scalp is washed thoroughly before applying hair colouring, permanents or relaxer.

Side effects for the treatment when used for hair loss treatments are uncommon. Any side effects that occur should disappear once you stop taking the medication.

In less common cases, the treatment can irritate the skin causing it to become red, dry, and/or itchy.

Make sure not to accidentally get the product on your face. These solutions are very good at encouraging hair growth, so make sure you are not applying it anywhere you don’t want hair. Allow the solution to completely dry for 3 to 4 hours before going bed.

If any of these symptoms happen, book an appointment with our medical team and you may be prescribed a lower dosage.

Hair growth resulting from the use of these solutions will only last as long as you are applying the solution. Within three to six months of stopping, the normal hair loss procedure will restart.

We don’t recommending starting a hair loss program while pregnant.

It is recommended to not shampoo your hair for at least 4 hours after applying the treatment.

1 dropper full (1 mL) of the treatment should be applied to the scalp two times a day, however our medical team may prescribe you a different dosage, based on your individual needs. It is recommended to apply the solution in the morning and the evening.

The solutions work by increasing the blood flow to the scalp, which helps enlarge the hair follicles that improve hair density, increases the rate of growth, and slows hair shedding.