GIRL, you’re not alone! Started losing so much hair in the beginning of April and have lost 50% of my hair is not more. I had Covid and the flu probably two months apart, starting losing about 2 months after. Consistently shedding. Hate fixing my hair - but started taking nutrafol almost two weeks ago because it was most recommended to me too. It really helps knowing we are here going through it too. Shower days are the hardest for me, I seem to lose so much and honestly surprised I still have hair on my head. Love you and we will get through this ❤️
The fact that SO many women seem to be dealing with this right now seems like it is a post viral covid thing. The same thing is happening to me and all my labs are normal. It can be hard to make the connection to Covid because some people never even test positive for Covid and the hair loss starts 3-4 months later.
Highly recommend taking a silica supplement. A couple of years ago I had suffered a big hair loss. Lost half of my hair which was devastating. I was loosing hand fulls every time I showered. I switched to a natural shampoo, increased my iron and vitamin D intake and started taking silica. Silica was key in growing my hair back. Highly recommend looking into it. My hair has since all grown back even more than before. I have neck pains from how heavy it is now 😅. when I shower theres almost no hair in the drain. My mom suffered from hair loss too and I put her on silica and she doesn’t shed hair anymore. Silica is also great for collagen formation. I also have PCOS which can be associated with hair loss.
I lost 50% of my hair after I had a rough battle with mono for 3 weeks. My doctor said my body went through so much stress from battling the illness that it essentially shocked my system. I used olaplex religiously and my hair is now back to full density after 2 years of regrowth. Hang in there!!! It’ll come back I promise :)
Start iron. Everyone told me to take minoxidil but I went to three doctors and I had low iron storage. I have taken it for 7 months and huge results. You take iron with vitamin c. It helps it absorbs
I lost about half my hair due to low ferritin! It was more around the borders of my hairline, a ferritin infusion helped a ton, once your levels get so low infusions are the best! I also have lean PCOS, I highly recommend lots of protein from animal products, I haven’t needed anymore infusions for a long time. Wishing you the best Melissa!
I am watching this video and I can literally hear pain through the phone. I know what you have been going through with both hair and skin because I have same conditions, and I know what it feels like when it is like nothing helps and there is always something new! Fingers crossed it is something temporary and it does not continue. Sending you lots of love ❤
everytime I experience hair fall, I immediately start taking a supplement that contains 1050 mg silica + biotin+ zinc. It literally costs 6€ and my hairfall usually stops after a few days. I take it for a month straight. I‘m writing from Austria, so I don‘t know if you have anything like this in Canada
i came across your video and I wanted to tell you: a) you're absolutely stunning and b) you're going to get through it. I went through 4 rounds of telogen effluvium due to stress in 2 years - and i know how you feel. Thank you for speaking about this and making this experience visible
I have TF and Androgenetic Alopecia. Stress was the factor that triggered the TF.I have been taking Nutrafol for a year but it wasn't strong enough to retain my baby hairs. It's been < 2 years so it appears my hair shedding slowed down. After washing and blow drying my hair every other day, I massage coconut and peppermint oils to my scalp and ends. I saw my dermatologist for a follow-up and he prescribed finasteride pills along with my minoxidil pills. I'll wait after doing 2 more sessions of acupuncture before trying finasteride. I wish you and others on this hard journey to wellness.
I had telogen effluvium after taking and acne medication. My hair shed for around four months then slowly started to taper off. Even though I was loosing handfuls of hair it wasn’t noticeable to anyone else. It will be ok❤
I am so sorry you’re going through this. Just know that your feelings are valid and understandable and it’s ok if you need to express those emotions. Feel better soon, we support you! 💪🏼 💕
I admire you, I’ve followed you through your hair journey for years and I hate it that you have to go through this right now😞 I hope the hairloss magically stops😘
I can say that I shed all day every day. I had gastric bypass last year in Feb, and a major side effect is hair loss. I have not lost more than normal amounts of hair, even though it seems like it to me. I also am anemic. Your loss seems large to you, because you are super conscious of it already. 😉 get 80 plus grams of protein a day. And a multi vitamin. Hope your doc helps alleviate your worries and your supplements help.
So sorry this is happening to you. I’ve experienced telegenic effluvium since I was 13. I’m 51 now. I also have PCOS and female pattern baldness runs in my family too. Incredibly, I am far from bald, but choose to buy my hair. All that hair can and does grow back. Ensure you are healthy, but know there are alternatives and beautiful fake hair solutions. Best wishes to you.
I've had the same issue before. For me it was because of stress, which caused a type of dermatitis, internal inflammation and also made me lose my period. That gave me hair and period issues for around 4 years. Generally any form of heavy stress on your body can cause hair shedding, because hair is technically dead and the body gets rid of it first. But I can tell you the Ordinary density serum worked! Also for me it helped to wash it daily, the doctor told me it keeps the follicle's clean and that helps with the shedding. I also took Biotin, Zink and Folic Acid supplements. Now my hair has grown a lot and its doing great, but it took a while so I know the struggle. I used two brands named Tetesept and Kneipp, but they are European and you can generally buy them in Germany, Austria or Swiss. I hope my experience helps in anyway!
Nooooooooo! Sending you love and light, and all the hair growth (and retention) vibes in the world. PS. Rogaine foam (the kind you put directly on your head) *literally* stops hair from falling out, depending on what it's caused by.
I have been your fan for a long time. I have seen your hair journey forever, so I feel your pain. I have recently went through loosing so much blood due to having a sys in my uterus, ended up having a hysterectomy. Prior to that I lost SO MUCH hair for a few years, same amount that you showed. I freaked out big time, but I have so much hair I didn’t worry so much, but ended up loosing half of my hair. After the surgery, I stopped bleeding, so it took 6+ month to gain my hair. Definitely take iron supplement, but with that you need to get vitamin c (You would probably know that by studying nutrition) and no caffeine with Iron supplement. I have tons of hair back and strongest nails ever which I have NEVER had in my life. Take all the tests you can and go from there. I would not do anything (extension etc) until you have your healthy hair back. I know you want to look best for what you do, but YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT!!!! You won’t loose any true fan here because of your hair. Sending you a big hug and lots of love to you!!!!! Xoxo
Hey Melissa👋 I’m a fellow Vancouver girly and holistic nutritionist as well ❤ I know you went through your nutrition program too. But I always help my clients to take care of any absorption issues first (which stress greatly impacts as well) so you can actually absorb and use the nutrients you are taking in to support your hormones and everything else really. If you ever want to chat or get a different perspective I’m here for you 💕
This was my situation. My body slowed absorbing nutrition, hydration at a cellular level. Working with a Natropath-healing now. The set backs are less and less. I finally found help one year to the day of my first blood test. My stress level has dropped. That helps significantly too.
I had major hair loss after covid for a few months, it would come out in handfuls in my daily showers. i took 'new nordic- hair gro' pills and used the ordinary hair serum religiously. Helped a lot! This regime helped get me back to where it was before in 3-4 months.
I’m about to lose my hair as well, I got diagnosed with breast cancer at the end of March and last week had my first chemo treatment. I had long hair down to my butt and now have a pixie and soon will have to buzz it so I’m not traumatized when I comes out in clumps, then it will all fall out plus my eyebrows and eyelashes. So I know how you feel right now. Wishing you good vibes❤❤❤
@@stephanielake11 thank you!! Breast cancer I found out Isn’t just physical but also mental especially with chemo. Positive mindset is a must. I appreciate your positive well wishes💖💖
I had crazy hair loss after I had Covid for about 6 months… it’s so scary. I thought it was because I also went of birth control but I’m sure it was definitely from being sick 😢 It will stop eventually… it’s just so scary in the beginning. I use Redken acidic bonding concentrate line now and it’s finally starting to get back to being thick and fuller! Praying for a speedy recovery for you beauty ❤❤❤
I’m so sorry you are doing through this 😢 I’ve been on a hair loss journey since 2020, it sucks. My hair has always been very fine, and getting covid and stressing out over everything for the past few years made it worst. I lost so much confidence and just very sad when I look into the mirror. I’ve tried many things like red light therapy, hair growth treatments, and supplements, and nothing works. But recently ive been using men’s hair loss shampoo, it contains caffeine. Seems like it’s been working. Maybe you can try that in the future. I do hope you get better soon, I love watching your videos and contents.
I am going through this since February. Had an eyelid surgery back in Oct. Had a cold last September for a few days(Covid?) Then a break up in January. . That was sad for me. Anywho like you I am a person that would rather do nutrition herb and holistic. I too have a call in for a dermatologist hair care person. All the best to you!
When I lost weight before (in a pretty health way) I lost a lot of hair. I saw a doc and she said for some people the body just responds to stress with hair loss and it usually happens about 3 months after the stressful event. She ran a bunch of tests all were fine. The hair loss didn’t last too long, once I started maintaining my weight. Now whenever I need to protect my hair a bit more or respond to stress, I take the Olly gummies heavenly hair. It’s the only one that seems to help me, it contains keratin too.
A few years ago I lost a lot of hair to the point you could see a patch, biotin changed my hair so much! Thinking of you cause hair loss is heart wretching
There is a lot of advise and products on here already, but I have heard rosemary oil (I use one by Mielle), it’s the main ingredient in all hair growth oils, and also a supplement called biosil. Of course rule out other medical issues first ❤
Sorry to hear this Melissa! What a time. So as for iron with hormones, I was told to use Floridex iron liquid supplement (easy to take) since it won’t constipate you. If you have hormone stuff you want to make sure everything is getting out of the body.
I am so sorry you’re going through this. I’m pcos girly myself been watching you for years. If worse case comes, you’re absolutely gorgeous and have really good facial structure. You could totally pull off bald or very short hair.
I turned 40 during pandemic (never had covid) and one day I was showering and I kept seeing huge huge chunks of hair falling out in the shower. I'm 43 now. I learned that when you get older you just lose hair. I thought it was my shampoo or hair dye or whatever. I was like you finding things to blame or reason why this is happening. I lost about 40% of hair in the top of my head. I have fine hair and a lot. Back in the day when I wake up my hair was so high volume I had to use so much product to tame it. Nowadays I don't do anything . Im not bald, I just don't have volume anymore. I doubt its a covid thing girl. Don't make excuses. It's just part of aging bc I feel like you're trying to find a reason thinking there will be a solution to reverse it. You can't reverse aging. just deal with it.
Omg so sorry this is happening!!! I’ve had severe iron / feratin / hair loss issues since forever because of my period. My feratin used to be like 10 now it’s 45 and I use Feramax (you need a prescription though) and the best way to take it is after fasting like when you wake up or middle of the night if you go to the bathroom with a glass of orange juice and you can’t have food or coffee for at least 1.5 hours after taking it. This was life changing because I wasn’t taking my iron properly before and my body wasn’t absorbing it. Good luck ❤️❤️
Yes it would be as starts well after covid. Mine went in clumps after serious post covid as asthmatic. It has just put a spurt on after 3 years and is now linger again. I take a multivitamin for a couple of pounds every night. My hair is thin but at least no bald bits or anything. I was devastated but thankful it s back. I m 63 half and leave my hair be and do dye it but less than before just let it grow without running to haidressers..
I experienced hair-loss and receding hairline (on my temples) several months after getting off spironolactone. My derm said it was normal and that it would go back to normal eventually. She did recommend rogaine for men if it really bothered me. I decided to just focus on keeping a healthy lifestyle and stayed away from any additional supplements or topicals. After a couple months my hair is back to normal thickness wise and it is no longer receding near my temples.
I lost a shocking amount of hair about three months after having a temperature for a few days. The hair loss stopped after about a month or two and then I lost almost no hair for another month or two. My hair is back to its same thickness again quite quickly. Just wanted to give you some hope.
I lost a lot of hair due to hormonal changes. For me, it was pregnancy, which initially stopped any hair growth, and then after the birth of the child, when the hair fell out like crazy (what stopped during pregnancy, started falling out after birth). everything went back to normal when I stopped breastfeeding.
Hey lovely. I'm so sorry you're going through this, I'm unfortunately going through it too. It's awful to go through and so stressful, but it will pass x
Consider using henna on your hair once it has grown out, as it may not interact well with colored hair. I recommend trying the brand Light Mountain Henna & Conditioner, which I personally used back in 2020 to address a similar issue. This henna is organic and contains only four to five ingredients. I applied it every two weeks, and after two years, I began to notice positive results. While henna can leave your hair feeling dry, it's essential to oil your hair before each wash. Take inspiration from Indian hair care practices; they often have thick hair because they consistently nourish it with natural products. In addition to external care, consider taking vitamins to maintain healthy hair.
Hi Melissa. I too did lose a lot of hair after covid. That was two years ago. It has since stopped. It did take like 6 months for me to notice a reduction in hair loss. Key things i did. Natural juices made at home: kale, kiwi, pineapple, and orange juice. I increased my eating. Being underweight does not help hair growth. When i cut out a lot of food in college, i lost a lot of hair. So, i made sure to eat a lot of meat, beans, spinach, and dairy(milk and cheese). I tried to eat these foods mentioned daily. My hair got so strong and thick, i had girls asking me what i did at the gas station lol. Try it. I, too, was having bad days worrying about my hair. ❤
I hope you are able to find a solution to your hair loss. I often try to have ground chia seeds and walnuts for the vitamin E, beets for folate, and a cabbage wedge for overall gut health.
I had hair loss for 6 months after I had covid , it was awful! This was last year, and it’s been back to normal since , but honestly I was losing handfuls
I've been going through the same thing for awhile now! I think mine is related to excess testosterone and low iron but who knows... I'm looking forward to hearing about your panels and what they uncover.
How is it going with you hair? Mine started falling since a month ago and I’m starting to notice the difference 😢 every shower day I cry! How long does it take to get better? I’m already taking vitamins.
I think its best you see a reputable trichologist that can ask you these questions and run blood work. They'll be able to tell. I never knew what i had until i went and saw one to find out i have genetic hairloss. What helps me minimise shedding is taking Saw palmetto, collagen and silica. Plus i use Monxidil 5% and LED cap for 25 mins.
Ugh noo I'm so sorry!! :( Sending you lots of love! I had the same thing last year and it was rough so I had a big menty B too but I promise you you'll get through it! ❤
Ive struggled for years with phases of serious hairloss and shedding. I went to natures fare and was recommended oceans pure liquid sea kelp to help with thyroid and immune support. Ive tried everything under the sun for supplements, serums, shampoos etc. This has helped so much. Im on ny 4th bottle. I understood what your going thru. Its so hard.
Melissa, can you please do a video on learning to be okay being single and living alone? I broke up with my boyfriend of 5 years, and the thought of living alone is daunting. As a woman of 27 years old, I could really take any advice to not make any bad decisions and any tips.
So sorry Melissa!!! :( I’m taking spironolactone right now, and I know you recently were too. Hair shed is a VERY common side effect after stopping spiro, especially if it was abruptly. Definitely something to consider and maybe talk to your derm about. Spiro is also used to treat alopecia, in addition to acne. I’m NOT a doctor but maybe starting it again would be an option/way to stop the shed? Just wanted to share my thoughts. Good luck! ❤
In the past I have seen a Chinese Herbalist Doctor as I was losing A LOT of hair too.....the herbal tea I had to drink tasted disgusting but my hair came back pretty fast. Perhaps you can give it a try. Wishing you all the best, and sending you some love along with positive energy from Toronto!!
I'm still losing hair after 10 months .. I started losing hair since October last year and I thought it was because of winter now it's august and it's still shedding so much with every brush and wash day is terrible I lost it yesterday because my hair became apparently thin in the front and the volume is greatly reduced I'm honestly losing hope and fear what's gonna happen if it continues like this and doesn't stop... praying for you and myself.
I caught Covid in 2021 after about three weeks I notice a sink full of hair ….. I’ve lost 90 percent of my hair currently it’s 2024 and my hair is still shedding to the point now I have bald spots In my head . My advice is to try to get any help early don’t wait . I thought it was only going to last for 9 months butttt it’s been three years now and I’m still dealing with this heartbreaking situation. I recommend prayer and prayer . It can really break you down if you don’t talk to your mind . I was told it’s cause is from long covid …. Keep faith
Also had Covid in February and noticed my hair thinning/losing more hair lately! It was totally normal the first while right after having Covid but it’s only the last month or two I’ve noticed these changes!
Also to add! I tried bloodwork through my GP, minimal results/help there. I ended up seeing a Naturopath and I got a full panel of bloodwork and much more sources. Certainly expensive since most often it isn’t covered under insurance, but I was so tired of getting no answers elsewhere 😢😅
Hey Mel! I read that botox for forehead wrinkles can cause hair loss...has this been happening before or only after? Im sorry youre going through this! Xx❤
I would start by ensuring you're getting the right amount of vitamin D, Zinc, Biotin and Omega 3s to start (I'm not a doctor but been through similar situations!). There is a great Andrew Huberman podcast on hair and hair regrowth - check it out. Also, explore minoxidil 2.5% for women but keep in mind this is a long-term commitment if you choose to apply it topically. Stress is a big factor which can be tough to pinpoint but do your best to check out every day and meditate or relax despite life's rollercoaster. I have read that some women experience hair loss from various toxins (often related to surgery, botox, foreign chemicals in the body, etc.). Keep exercising and eating extremely healthy while you get sorted and good luck - it's temporary!
Birch Tar Shampoo saved my hair. Stinks but my hair was so thin and now 1 year after the hair loss its thick and long. Also supplements and enema (😅🤷♀️) and not thinking about it. Hope you find a solution. 🍀
I have this and it's likely due to my ferritin levels - my level is 7 and I lose a significant amount of hair per day. But doing my best with taking iron pills + vitamin c for absorption on an empty stomach!!
I never usually comment like this but I feel like maybe social media is giving you health anxiety... if something happens I know it's hard, but worrying or anticipating it is just stealing your joy. Remember that life is short, and if you're healthy and happy today- enjoy it.
The second time I had covid back in 2021, my hair loss… oh my goodness! I lost a lot of hair, my hair type is not thick nor thin but I have a lot of hair. It took me a bit to get it back to it’s normal fullness
I would stick with your supplements for atleast 6 months...And add a Bonnet for nighttime, it really helps protect hair at night. Also, I'm sure you are upset but your hair looks fine
Just to make you feel better, if it's because of covid - I lost like half of mine (but it was very thick), two of my friends had the same problem, but it's growing back totally normal. We all had it near the start of the pandemic and it was a known info, at least in my country, that it was one of the.. things that happens 😅
Hii mel can asking is the extension is one of the factor ? Im thinking to extension my hair and a lil bit scared that my hair Will fall out😢😢 thank you .. ❤
@@MelissaMerk It’s definitely the vax. I’m also a hairdresser and I’ve never seen so much anemia & hair loss in my life & it’s all attributed to that shot unfortunately 😢. I’d have your levels checked for anemia as well.
oh no! sorry to hear that you are going through this. Highly recommend following Abbey Yung for hair care tips. She's a tricologist and has transformed my hair and she has some tips for hair loss.
Hi, I’m here to hopefully shed some light on the hair loss. Wait until your blood work to start any supplements: which you’ve already taken. So it could throw off your “normal” levels prior to your blood tests. I have iron deficiency (my Ferritin was an 11 last I checked, which needs to be MUCH higher) and I was deficient in Vitamin D. Two of which will most likely cause hair shedding. When I don’t take my iron… my hair will look exactly like yours with the amount of shedding. I also had covid and about 2 months post covid I had shedding as well that ONLY lasted about a month. Stress - can also cause hair shedding but your labs should show honestly my guess is low iron. Or just a post trauma reaction to a sickness you had. It should resolve!!! (You also don’t wanna take iron if you aren’t low. Too much can make you sick!) So what I do to help it: TAKE MY IRON (if you are low find a good one) Take my vitamin d. I also used Hair, Skin & Nail gummy’s for a few months and that I swore helped. Which is basically just BIOTIN! So try that too! I hope this helped and your labs give you clear answers!!! ❤
Hey! I have been struggling with this thin hair problem for almost 10 years now... I am turning 29 soon. I always have been wondering if something is "wrong" with my health and causing this but my doctor does not seems worried at all and I did run some tests. My hair seems similar to you. It's thick in the scalp area but breaks off more and more as it gets long and the lenghts are ridiculously thin lol. I take a strand of hair and notice that almost no hair makes it to the longer lenght, its actually crazy! I am starting to wonder if it's just genetics and I should just accept it. I changed my products few times, took supplements, nothing really seems to work... Do you think it might just be our hair type that is more fragile and will always kind of be like this? I dont use heat at all and no chemicals either and those bastards still won't stay long. 😭😂 At some point I got so tired I cut them in a short bob. It was the healthiest looking back then but I dreak of having my hair long... The only thing that barely helped me is oiling my scalp and leave the oil in for an hour before I shampoo... But it pretty much always stay puffy and dry and falls off easily anywau... Sometimes I just wanna shave it. Ugh 🥲
For me I think it's partially genetic. My hair texture and thickness was much different when I was little so I also thing hormones and environment are factors. For a long time I thought my issue was breakage cause my hair doesn't grow past a certain length. Now I think it's a growth cycle/shedding problem
@@MelissaMerk I see what you mean. I also thought it was breakage but maybe you are right and it's actually something else... Will definitely stay tuned and I hope you will figure it out cause it is annoying... Have you seen a hair specialist? When I was a child and teen my hair was muchhh thicker and shiny and full lenght so theres definitely been a major change for me too since I am in my twenties, that's why I find it so odd and even was scared at some point.
I would suggest getting blood work done if you can, I literally just got diagnosed with PCOS last week - my hair started randomly falling out last year and the doctor said it was just stress, but I finally found a different doctor that was female she sent me to get a blood test for my hormones and came pack positive for PCOS - just an idea as that's one of many things it could be
this came at such a funny time, because i was just saying that ive never seen anyone in social media talk about this. i went through a really awful sickness that lasted all last year and ended in surgery, and during this time i lost so much hair. I have thin spots all over my head but my biggest issue is i lost it in my hairline, making my forehead look huge. I am so anxious and stressed about my hair constantly, so i feel your pain! im only 24 so to be so young and grab out clumps of hair is so stressful. I've been taking nutrafol for 3 months now so i cant say if its helping really since the hair sheds and grows in 3 month cycles, but i can say the "vegamor hair serums" help a bunch! i notice if i use it and then brush my hair, next to nothing comes out. I also switched to strictly a comb instead of a brush, so i can be more gentle on my hair instead of tugging. I am so sorry youre going through this, I hope your doctors can help find a situation that works for you, know you aren't alone!
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GIRL, you’re not alone! Started losing so much hair in the beginning of April and have lost 50% of my hair is not more. I had Covid and the flu probably two months apart, starting losing about 2 months after. Consistently shedding. Hate fixing my hair - but started taking nutrafol almost two weeks ago because it was most recommended to me too. It really helps knowing we are here going through it too. Shower days are the hardest for me, I seem to lose so much and honestly surprised I still have hair on my head. Love you and we will get through this ❤️
The fact that SO many women seem to be dealing with this right now seems like it is a post viral covid thing. The same thing is happening to me and all my labs are normal. It can be hard to make the connection to Covid because some people never even test positive for Covid and the hair loss starts 3-4 months later.
Highly recommend taking a silica supplement. A couple of years ago I had suffered a big hair loss. Lost half of my hair which was devastating. I was loosing hand fulls every time I showered. I switched to a natural shampoo, increased my iron and vitamin D intake and started taking silica. Silica was key in growing my hair back. Highly recommend looking into it. My hair has since all grown back even more than before. I have neck pains from how heavy it is now 😅. when I shower theres almost no hair in the drain. My mom suffered from hair loss too and I put her on silica and she doesn’t shed hair anymore. Silica is also great for collagen formation. I also have PCOS which can be associated with hair loss.
Wow that’s amazing! What Silica do you take?!
Any specific brand?
@@danaevega2802 brand is called eidon ionic minerals
I lost 50% of my hair after I had a rough battle with mono for 3 weeks. My doctor said my body went through so much stress from battling the illness that it essentially shocked my system. I used olaplex religiously and my hair is now back to full density after 2 years of regrowth. Hang in there!!! It’ll come back I promise :)
How they came back I lossed my hairs because of stress 😢 plz help me
Start iron. Everyone told me to take minoxidil but I went to three doctors and I had low iron storage. I have taken it for 7 months and huge results. You take iron with vitamin c. It helps it absorbs
I lost about half my hair due to low ferritin! It was more around the borders of my hairline, a ferritin infusion helped a ton, once your levels get so low infusions are the best! I also have lean PCOS, I highly recommend lots of protein from animal products, I haven’t needed anymore infusions for a long time. Wishing you the best Melissa!
I am watching this video and I can literally hear pain through the phone. I know what you have been going through with both hair and skin because I have same conditions, and I know what it feels like when it is like nothing helps and there is always something new! Fingers crossed it is something temporary and it does not continue. Sending you lots of love ❤
everytime I experience hair fall, I immediately start taking a supplement that contains 1050 mg silica + biotin+ zinc. It literally costs 6€ and my hairfall usually stops after a few days. I take it for a month straight. I‘m writing from Austria, so I don‘t know if you have anything like this in Canada
i came across your video and I wanted to tell you: a) you're absolutely stunning and b) you're going to get through it. I went through 4 rounds of telogen effluvium due to stress in 2 years - and i know how you feel. Thank you for speaking about this and making this experience visible
I have TF and Androgenetic Alopecia. Stress was the factor that triggered the TF.I have been taking Nutrafol for a year but it wasn't strong enough to retain my baby hairs. It's been < 2 years so it appears my hair shedding slowed down. After washing and blow drying my hair every other day, I massage coconut and peppermint oils to my scalp and ends. I saw my dermatologist for a follow-up and he prescribed finasteride pills along with my minoxidil pills. I'll wait after doing 2 more sessions of acupuncture before trying finasteride. I wish you and others on this hard journey to wellness.
I had telogen effluvium after taking and acne medication. My hair shed for around four months then slowly started to taper off. Even though I was loosing handfuls of hair it wasn’t noticeable to anyone else. It will be ok❤
I am so sorry you’re going through this. Just know that your feelings are valid and understandable and it’s ok if you need to express those emotions. Feel better soon, we support you! 💪🏼 💕
I admire you, I’ve followed you through your hair journey for years and I hate it that you have to go through this right now😞 I hope the hairloss magically stops😘
thank you ! 🤍
I can say that I shed all day every day. I had gastric bypass last year in Feb, and a major side effect is hair loss. I have not lost more than normal amounts of hair, even though it seems like it to me. I also am anemic. Your loss seems large to you, because you are super conscious of it already. 😉 get 80 plus grams of protein a day. And a multi vitamin. Hope your doc helps alleviate your worries and your supplements help.
So sorry this is happening to you. I’ve experienced telegenic effluvium since I was 13. I’m 51 now. I also have PCOS and female pattern baldness runs in my family too. Incredibly, I am far from bald, but choose to buy my hair. All that hair can and does grow back. Ensure you are healthy, but know there are alternatives and beautiful fake hair solutions. Best wishes to you.
I've had the same issue before. For me it was because of stress, which caused a type of dermatitis, internal inflammation and also made me lose my period. That gave me hair and period issues for around 4 years. Generally any form of heavy stress on your body can cause hair shedding, because hair is technically dead and the body gets rid of it first. But I can tell you the Ordinary density serum worked! Also for me it helped to wash it daily, the doctor told me it keeps the follicle's clean and that helps with the shedding. I also took Biotin, Zink and Folic Acid supplements. Now my hair has grown a lot and its doing great, but it took a while so I know the struggle. I used two brands named Tetesept and Kneipp, but they are European and you can generally buy them in Germany, Austria or Swiss. I hope my experience helps in anyway!
Nooooooooo! Sending you love and light, and all the hair growth (and retention) vibes in the world. PS. Rogaine foam (the kind you put directly on your head) *literally* stops hair from falling out, depending on what it's caused by.
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I have been your fan for a long time. I have seen your hair journey forever, so I feel your pain. I have recently went through loosing so much blood due to having a sys in my uterus, ended up having a hysterectomy. Prior to that I lost SO MUCH hair for a few years, same amount that you showed. I freaked out big time, but I have so much hair I didn’t worry so much, but ended up loosing half of my hair. After the surgery, I stopped bleeding, so it took 6+ month to gain my hair. Definitely take iron supplement, but with that you need to get vitamin c (You would probably know that by studying nutrition) and no caffeine with Iron supplement. I have tons of hair back and strongest nails ever which I have NEVER had in my life. Take all the tests you can and go from there. I would not do anything (extension etc) until you have your healthy hair back. I know you want to look best for what you do, but YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT!!!! You won’t loose any true fan here because of your hair. Sending you a big hug and lots of love to you!!!!! Xoxo
I was completely bald for 7 months because of chemo and ppl underestimate how heartbreaking it is
Praying for you. You are beautiful no matter what 💖
Hey Melissa👋 I’m a fellow Vancouver girly and holistic nutritionist as well ❤
I know you went through your nutrition program too. But I always help my clients to take care of any absorption issues first (which stress greatly impacts as well) so you can actually absorb and use the nutrients you are taking in to support your hormones and everything else really. If you ever want to chat or get a different perspective I’m here for you 💕
This was my situation.
My body slowed absorbing nutrition, hydration at a cellular level. Working with a Natropath-healing now. The set backs are less and less. I finally found help one year to the day of my first blood test.
My stress level has dropped. That helps significantly too.
I had major hair loss after covid for a few months, it would come out in handfuls in my daily showers. i took 'new nordic- hair gro' pills and used the ordinary hair serum religiously. Helped a lot! This regime helped get me back to where it was before in 3-4 months.
I’m about to lose my hair as well, I got diagnosed with breast cancer at the end of March and last week had my first chemo treatment. I had long hair down to my butt and now have a pixie and soon will have to buzz it so I’m not traumatized when I comes out in clumps, then it will all fall out plus my eyebrows and eyelashes. So I know how you feel right now. Wishing you good vibes❤❤❤
Wishing you a full speedy recovery from all the treatments!!
@@stephanielake11 thank you!! Breast cancer I found out Isn’t just physical but also mental especially with chemo. Positive mindset is a must. I appreciate your positive well wishes💖💖
Sending you lots of love and strength 🤍
@@laurenbx omg thank you so much 💖💖
Wishing you speedy recovery! You’re brave for sharing this
I had crazy hair loss after I had Covid for about 6 months… it’s so scary. I thought it was because I also went of birth control but I’m sure it was definitely from being sick 😢 It will stop eventually… it’s just so scary in the beginning. I use Redken acidic bonding concentrate line now and it’s finally starting to get back to being thick and fuller! Praying for a speedy recovery for you beauty ❤❤❤
It was probably coming off of birth control
I’m so sorry you are doing through this 😢 I’ve been on a hair loss journey since 2020, it sucks. My hair has always been very fine, and getting covid and stressing out over everything for the past few years made it worst. I lost so much confidence and just very sad when I look into the mirror. I’ve tried many things like red light therapy, hair growth treatments, and supplements, and nothing works.
But recently ive been using men’s hair loss shampoo, it contains caffeine. Seems like it’s been working. Maybe you can try that in the future. I do hope you get better soon, I love watching your videos and contents.
Any sickness or medication can cause hair loss 2 to 3 months later.. not just because it was specificly covid ... good luck hun ❤
I’m also in Vancouver and going through the exact same thing!! It’s fucking terrible. I am so sorry. You’ll get through it. Sending you 🤍
sorry you're going through it too 😭 manifesting the best hair ever after this 🤞🏼
Felt. Almost a month into shedding. I’m a curly girl and my hair is such a big piece of my culture and identity. Sending you love.
I am going through this since February. Had an eyelid surgery back in Oct. Had a cold last September for a few days(Covid?) Then a break up in January. . That was sad for me.
Anywho like you I am a person that would rather do nutrition herb and holistic.
I too have a call in for a dermatologist hair care person. All the best to you!
How is it now? Has the shedding slowed down?
I’ve been going through this for over a month with no signs of slowing down 😔
When I lost weight before (in a pretty health way) I lost a lot of hair. I saw a doc and she said for some people the body just responds to stress with hair loss and it usually happens about 3 months after the stressful event. She ran a bunch of tests all were fine. The hair loss didn’t last too long, once I started maintaining my weight. Now whenever I need to protect my hair a bit more or respond to stress, I take the Olly gummies heavenly hair. It’s the only one that seems to help me, it contains keratin too.
A few years ago I lost a lot of hair to the point you could see a patch, biotin changed my hair so much! Thinking of you cause hair loss is heart wretching
There is a lot of advise and products on here already, but I have heard rosemary oil (I use one by Mielle), it’s the main ingredient in all hair growth oils, and also a supplement called biosil. Of course rule out other medical issues first ❤
You are not alone, also I know you got your hair done a little while ago, check your purple shampoo! Olaplex was a killer for me
Sorry to hear this Melissa! What a time. So as for iron with hormones, I was told to use Floridex iron liquid supplement (easy to take) since it won’t constipate you. If you have hormone stuff you want to make sure everything is getting out of the body.
I am so sorry you’re going through this. I’m pcos girly myself been watching you for years.
If worse case comes, you’re absolutely gorgeous and have really good facial structure. You could totally pull off bald or very short hair.
I turned 40 during pandemic (never had covid) and one day I was showering and I kept seeing huge huge chunks of hair falling out in the shower. I'm 43 now. I learned that when you get older you just lose hair. I thought it was my shampoo or hair dye or whatever. I was like you finding things to blame or reason why this is happening. I lost about 40% of hair in the top of my head. I have fine hair and a lot. Back in the day when I wake up my hair was so high volume I had to use so much product to tame it. Nowadays I don't do anything . Im not bald, I just don't have volume anymore. I doubt its a covid thing girl. Don't make excuses. It's just part of aging bc I feel like you're trying to find a reason thinking there will be a solution to reverse it. You can't reverse aging. just deal with it.
Omg so sorry this is happening!!! I’ve had severe iron / feratin / hair loss issues since forever because of my period. My feratin used to be like 10 now it’s 45 and I use Feramax (you need a prescription though) and the best way to take it is after fasting like when you wake up or middle of the night if you go to the bathroom with a glass of orange juice and you can’t have food or coffee for at least 1.5 hours after taking it. This was life changing because I wasn’t taking my iron properly before and my body wasn’t absorbing it. Good luck ❤️❤️
I've had this too! In 3 months it will be better! Find the styles that hide it and push through.
Yes it would be as starts well after covid. Mine went in clumps after serious post covid as asthmatic. It has just put a spurt on after 3 years and is now linger again. I take a multivitamin for a couple of pounds every night. My hair is thin but at least no bald bits or anything. I was devastated but thankful it s back. I m 63 half and leave my hair be and do dye it but less than before just let it grow without running to haidressers..
I experienced hair-loss and receding hairline (on my temples) several months after getting off spironolactone. My derm said it was normal and that it would go back to normal eventually. She did recommend rogaine for men if it really bothered me. I decided to just focus on keeping a healthy lifestyle and stayed away from any additional supplements or topicals. After a couple months my hair is back to normal thickness wise and it is no longer receding near my temples.
Derm is definitely who you need to see for telogen effluvium!
They can’t do much for it
I lost a shocking amount of hair about three months after having a temperature for a few days. The hair loss stopped after about a month or two and then I lost almost no hair for another month or two. My hair is back to its same thickness again quite quickly. Just wanted to give you some hope.
I lost a lot of hair due to hormonal changes. For me, it was pregnancy, which initially stopped any hair growth, and then after the birth of the child, when the hair fell out like crazy (what stopped during pregnancy, started falling out after birth). everything went back to normal when I stopped breastfeeding.
Since I stopped using shampoo my hair is growing in thickness a lot it has been more than a year and I have noticed a big difference
Hey lovely. I'm so sorry you're going through this, I'm unfortunately going through it too. It's awful to go through and so stressful, but it will pass x
Consider using henna on your hair once it has grown out, as it may not interact well with colored hair. I recommend trying the brand Light Mountain Henna & Conditioner, which I personally used back in 2020 to address a similar issue. This henna is organic and contains only four to five ingredients. I applied it every two weeks, and after two years, I began to notice positive results. While henna can leave your hair feeling dry, it's essential to oil your hair before each wash. Take inspiration from Indian hair care practices; they often have thick hair because they consistently nourish it with natural products. In addition to external care, consider taking vitamins to maintain healthy hair.
Hi Melissa. I too did lose a lot of hair after covid. That was two years ago.
It has since stopped. It did take like 6 months for me to notice a reduction in hair loss. Key things i did. Natural juices made at home: kale, kiwi, pineapple, and orange juice. I increased my eating. Being underweight does not help hair growth. When i cut out a lot of food in college, i lost a lot of hair. So, i made sure to eat a lot of meat, beans, spinach, and dairy(milk and cheese). I tried to eat these foods mentioned daily. My hair got so strong and thick, i had girls asking me what i did at the gas station lol. Try it. I, too, was having bad days worrying about my hair. ❤
Glad it got better for you but unfortunately for PCOS girlies most of the food you mentioned is a NO for us :(
I hope you are able to find a solution to your hair loss. I often try to have ground chia seeds and walnuts for the vitamin E, beets for folate, and a cabbage wedge for overall gut health.
I had hair loss for 6 months after I had covid , it was awful! This was last year, and it’s been back to normal since , but honestly I was losing handfuls
I've been going through the same thing for awhile now! I think mine is related to excess testosterone and low iron but who knows... I'm looking forward to hearing about your panels and what they uncover.
I had the same issue after i got covid and also from excessive stress. the worst thing we can do is stress about it - makes it even worse.
Melissa, I had covid back when it all started. 3 months later, I started to shed, BAD! Got blood work too... it was a residual of covid! Give it time!
How is it going with you hair? Mine started falling since a month ago and I’m starting to notice the difference 😢 every shower day I cry! How long does it take to get better? I’m already taking vitamins.
Good luck with your hair journey 😊❤️☺️🥰🌴☀️🦩 hugs to Tika!
My friend had similar hair and hairloss than you and she ended up having some kind of fungus growing on her scalp. She has now much thicker hair.
I think its best you see a reputable trichologist that can ask you these questions and run blood work. They'll be able to tell. I never knew what i had until i went and saw one to find out i have genetic hairloss. What helps me minimise shedding is taking Saw palmetto, collagen and silica. Plus i use Monxidil 5% and LED cap for 25 mins.
Ugh noo I'm so sorry!! :( Sending you lots of love! I had the same thing last year and it was rough so I had a big menty B too but I promise you you'll get through it! ❤
Ive struggled for years with phases of serious hairloss and shedding. I went to natures fare and was recommended oceans pure liquid sea kelp to help with thyroid and immune support. Ive tried everything under the sun for supplements, serums, shampoos etc. This has helped so much. Im on ny 4th bottle. I understood what your going thru. Its so hard.
My hair has been falling out for two years now! it stopped for two months recently and now is falling out again! I am so fed up!
Melissa, can you please do a video on learning to be okay being single and living alone? I broke up with my boyfriend of 5 years, and the thought of living alone is daunting. As a woman of 27 years old, I could really take any advice to not make any bad decisions and any tips.
So sorry Melissa!!! :( I’m taking spironolactone right now, and I know you recently were too. Hair shed is a VERY common side effect after stopping spiro, especially if it was abruptly. Definitely something to consider and maybe talk to your derm about. Spiro is also used to treat alopecia, in addition to acne. I’m NOT a doctor but maybe starting it again would be an option/way to stop the shed? Just wanted to share my thoughts. Good luck! ❤
I know you mentioned collagen in the past. Do you still take it? It 100% promotes news hair growth.
In the past I have seen a Chinese Herbalist Doctor as I was losing A LOT of hair too.....the herbal tea I had to drink tasted disgusting but my hair came back pretty fast. Perhaps you can give it a try. Wishing you all the best, and sending you some love along with positive energy from Toronto!!
Have you tried colostrum? I've heard good things about the Armra brand.
I'm still losing hair after 10 months .. I started losing hair since October last year and I thought it was because of winter now it's august and it's still shedding so much with every brush and wash day is terrible I lost it yesterday because my hair became apparently thin in the front and the volume is greatly reduced I'm honestly losing hope and fear what's gonna happen if it continues like this and doesn't stop... praying for you and myself.
I caught Covid in 2021 after about three weeks I notice a sink full of hair ….. I’ve lost 90 percent of my hair currently it’s 2024 and my hair is still shedding to the point now I have bald spots In my head . My advice is to try to get any help early don’t wait . I thought it was only going to last for 9 months butttt it’s been three years now and I’m still dealing with this heartbreaking situation. I recommend prayer and prayer . It can really break you down if you don’t talk to your mind . I was told it’s cause is from long covid …. Keep faith
Also had Covid in February and noticed my hair thinning/losing more hair lately! It was totally normal the first while right after having Covid but it’s only the last month or two I’ve noticed these changes!
Also to add! I tried bloodwork through my GP, minimal results/help there. I ended up seeing a Naturopath and I got a full panel of bloodwork and much more sources. Certainly expensive since most often it isn’t covered under insurance, but I was so tired of getting no answers elsewhere 😢😅
Hey Mel! I read that botox for forehead wrinkles can cause hair loss...has this been happening before or only after? Im sorry youre going through this! Xx❤
I lost so much hair time and time again after covid I also have PCOS and took zinc and my hair is growing!! My bald spots are covering up!
I would start by ensuring you're getting the right amount of vitamin D, Zinc, Biotin and Omega 3s to start (I'm not a doctor but been through similar situations!). There is a great Andrew Huberman podcast on hair and hair regrowth - check it out. Also, explore minoxidil 2.5% for women but keep in mind this is a long-term commitment if you choose to apply it topically. Stress is a big factor which can be tough to pinpoint but do your best to check out every day and meditate or relax despite life's rollercoaster. I have read that some women experience hair loss from various toxins (often related to surgery, botox, foreign chemicals in the body, etc.). Keep exercising and eating extremely healthy while you get sorted and good luck - it's temporary!
I had Mono in December and in March I Started shedding Like crazy.
Vega protein with greens daily
Ouai or Living Proof density serums
Iron supplements....help a lot!
Birch Tar Shampoo saved my hair. Stinks but my hair was so thin and now 1 year after the hair loss its thick and long. Also supplements and enema (😅🤷♀️) and not thinking about it. Hope you find a solution. 🍀
I have this and it's likely due to my ferritin levels - my level is 7 and I lose a significant amount of hair per day. But doing my best with taking iron pills + vitamin c for absorption on an empty stomach!!
I never usually comment like this but I feel like maybe social media is giving you health anxiety... if something happens I know it's hard, but worrying or anticipating it is just stealing your joy.
Remember that life is short, and if you're healthy and happy today- enjoy it.
Go see a dermatologist, it happen's to my mother years ago and her hair come back just with a cream
Update ?
Thank you so much for sharing 🤍🙏
Fermented glutamine 5 grams on empty stomach ❤❤❤
The second time I had covid back in 2021, my hair loss… oh my goodness! I lost a lot of hair, my hair type is not thick nor thin but I have a lot of hair. It took me a bit to get it back to it’s normal fullness
u look much better without make up
I would stick with your supplements for atleast 6 months...And add a Bonnet for nighttime, it really helps protect hair at night. Also, I'm sure you are upset but your hair looks fine
Just to make you feel better, if it's because of covid - I lost like half of mine (but it was very thick), two of my friends had the same problem, but it's growing back totally normal. We all had it near the start of the pandemic and it was a known info, at least in my country, that it was one of the.. things that happens 😅
Hii mel can asking is the extension is one of the factor ? Im thinking to extension my hair and a lil bit scared that my hair Will fall out😢😢 thank you .. ❤
no I haven't had extensions in over a year
@@MelissaMerk i see .. its means fine to extension. Thank you Mel, Wish your hair growing better soon 😘😘
My sister is a hairdresser and has said she has never seen hair loss like this in clients ever before since after Covid vax 🤷🏻♀️ scary :(
I've had so many people message me saying they're experiencing the same thing! Crazy how many are having this happen 🥲
I've had this too for the last few months ever since I got sick in the fall😢 try the new Living Proof density serum..or Ouai they work!
Also lots of protein shakes! That helps a lot!
@@MelissaMerk It’s definitely the vax. I’m also a hairdresser and I’ve never seen so much anemia & hair loss in my life & it’s all attributed to that shot unfortunately 😢. I’d have your levels checked for anemia as well.
It's not the vax that is causing it. #conspiracy
oh no! sorry to hear that you are going through this. Highly recommend following Abbey Yung for hair care tips. She's a tricologist and has transformed my hair and she has some tips for hair loss.
You should see a qualified naturopath doctor! Make sure you get a copy of the bloods for them xx
Hi, I’m here to hopefully shed some light on the hair loss.
Wait until your blood work to start any supplements: which you’ve already taken. So it could throw off your “normal” levels prior to your blood tests.
I have iron deficiency (my Ferritin was an 11 last I checked, which needs to be MUCH higher) and I was deficient in Vitamin D.
Two of which will most likely cause hair shedding.
When I don’t take my iron… my hair will look exactly like yours with the amount of shedding. I also had covid and about 2 months post covid I had shedding as well that ONLY lasted about a month.
Stress - can also cause hair shedding but your labs should show honestly my guess is low iron. Or just a post trauma reaction to a sickness you had. It should resolve!!!
(You also don’t wanna take iron if you aren’t low. Too much can make you sick!)
So what I do to help it:
TAKE MY IRON (if you are low find a good one)
Take my vitamin d.
I also used Hair, Skin & Nail gummy’s for a few months and that I swore helped. Which is basically just BIOTIN! So try that too!
I hope this helped and your labs give you clear answers!!! ❤
Hey! I have been struggling with this thin hair problem for almost 10 years now... I am turning 29 soon. I always have been wondering if something is "wrong" with my health and causing this but my doctor does not seems worried at all and I did run some tests. My hair seems similar to you. It's thick in the scalp area but breaks off more and more as it gets long and the lenghts are ridiculously thin lol. I take a strand of hair and notice that almost no hair makes it to the longer lenght, its actually crazy! I am starting to wonder if it's just genetics and I should just accept it. I changed my products few times, took supplements, nothing really seems to work... Do you think it might just be our hair type that is more fragile and will always kind of be like this? I dont use heat at all and no chemicals either and those bastards still won't stay long. 😭😂 At some point I got so tired I cut them in a short bob. It was the healthiest looking back then but I dreak of having my hair long... The only thing that barely helped me is oiling my scalp and leave the oil in for an hour before I shampoo... But it pretty much always stay puffy and dry and falls off easily anywau... Sometimes I just wanna shave it. Ugh 🥲
For me I think it's partially genetic. My hair texture and thickness was much different when I was little so I also thing hormones and environment are factors. For a long time I thought my issue was breakage cause my hair doesn't grow past a certain length. Now I think it's a growth cycle/shedding problem
@@MelissaMerk I see what you mean. I also thought it was breakage but maybe you are right and it's actually something else... Will definitely stay tuned and I hope you will figure it out cause it is annoying... Have you seen a hair specialist? When I was a child and teen my hair was muchhh thicker and shiny and full lenght so theres definitely been a major change for me too since I am in my twenties, that's why I find it so odd and even was scared at some point.
Have you tried minoxidil?
It works for androgenic alopecia not telogen effluvium
@@KarolinaS-zt1klnot true
I got PCOS and my hair won't stop falling off :(
I definitely had hair loss after covid 🫤
Can you talk about getting your period back?
I have a podcast episode on this! spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/SiNwu6GD5Ib
but will dive deeper into it as well in a video
Please do, Melissa! Many of us will be thankful
Prp doesn’t help?
Try glutamine for your hair loss ❤❤❤😢
I would suggest getting blood work done if you can, I literally just got diagnosed with PCOS last week - my hair started randomly falling out last year and the doctor said it was just stress, but I finally found a different doctor that was female she sent me to get a blood test for my hormones and came pack positive for PCOS - just an idea as that's one of many things it could be
For me, hair shedding on a massive scale is linked to pcos and excessive testosterone :( really depressing
You should change your diet! When i dont eat red meat my hair falls out like that too!! Real meat its vital!!
this came at such a funny time, because i was just saying that ive never seen anyone in social media talk about this. i went through a really awful sickness that lasted all last year and ended in surgery, and during this time i lost so much hair. I have thin spots all over my head but my biggest issue is i lost it in my hairline, making my forehead look huge. I am so anxious and stressed about my hair constantly, so i feel your pain! im only 24 so to be so young and grab out clumps of hair is so stressful. I've been taking nutrafol for 3 months now so i cant say if its helping really since the hair sheds and grows in 3 month cycles, but i can say the "vegamor hair serums" help a bunch! i notice if i use it and then brush my hair, next to nothing comes out. I also switched to strictly a comb instead of a brush, so i can be more gentle on my hair instead of tugging. I am so sorry youre going through this, I hope your doctors can help find a situation that works for you, know you aren't alone!
Melissa, my birthday is only 5 days away!🎉🎉
The more you keep brushing and pulling and putting your fingers through it the worse it'll be! Try not to keep touching it so much