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Mon Apr 17, 2006 6:52 am  |
Recently, I noticed that the hair on the top of my head and around my forehead has gone considerably thinner. Even my hairdresser commented that whilst my hair is thick at the back of my head, the hair on the top is much less 
On desperate impulse, I bought this bottle of "PROCYAN" advanced hair formula that promises thicker hair. It wasn't cheap - USD 80.00
Well, I am "pleased" to announce that it had an extremely pungent medicated smell. My young daughter came into my room and exclaimed "What's with the smell, Mom?"
I cannot imagine what Hubby will say later...Needless to say, I am having second thoughts of applying this every single night for the next 6 weeks.. 
If anyone has some good hair growth lotion to recommend that does NOT smell..., please, let me know....
TIA
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Mon Apr 17, 2006 8:14 am |
I've been using Nioxin shampoo, conditioner and concentrate for the last 2 years. It definitely has made a difference in the amount of hair that shows up in the shower drain, and the hair at the back of my head *feels* fuller.  The shampoo and conditioner are minty while the concentrate has a mild herbal smell that disappears quickly. Even DH who has allergies has tried it with no complaints. HTH |
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Mon Apr 17, 2006 3:25 pm |
| I really like Triaxon, no scent at all, has worked great for me. You can get it online in Canada atwww.theshoppingchannel.com. hths |
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Mon Apr 17, 2006 6:11 pm |
| I think the only thing that gives instant gratification are hair extensions (the ones that just clip on.) A couple of those, and your're all set! |
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Mon Apr 17, 2006 6:27 pm |
| Thanks, Gina! Did you have an issue with thinning hair at the forehead hairline? Would Triaxon be a remedy for my receding hairline? I'm afraid to go off the Diane 35 because my hair was thinning so badly before I went on it. |
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Mon Apr 17, 2006 9:08 pm |
| i also use nioxin shampoo to help with my thinning hair. I think it works pretty well, as my hari does not get any thinner. |
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Mabsy
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Mon Apr 17, 2006 10:48 pm |
| I'd recommend Nioxin as well. I see a difference in terms of hair loss when I use it. |
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Tue Apr 18, 2006 1:23 am |
Thanks everyone for the tips. I will check out Nioxin and Triaxon. THe hair extension suggestion is a good one, but I think I will try other methods first. Mabsy, did you just use the shampoo or the conditioner and serum as well?
TIA
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Tue Apr 18, 2006 1:13 pm |
| Hi, I had lots of hair loss after my last child, esp. on top . The triaxon worked great, they do have a 6 month money back guarantee I believe. My hair has improved greatly, I am still using it now as a preventative. I am very pleased with this product. |
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Tue Apr 18, 2006 6:28 pm |
Jenny,
Have you had your thyroid levels checked? I went through a similiar experience a few years back. I went to my derm and he checked my thyroid (came back fine). He was no help after that and said that it ws probably due to stress. Turns out he was right as I developed cystic acne as well I did try Nioxon and I "think" it helped. What worked even better for me was getting rid of the stress--which I did. My hair eventually went back to normal. Also hormonal imbalances can cause hair loss. Check outwww.dermadoctor.com for great articles and products that help with hair loss. |
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Thu Apr 20, 2006 7:00 am |
| Thanks for the useful website, Lifeplyr01. Anyway, I don't think I have thyroid but will sure keep that at the back of my mind |
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Thu Apr 20, 2006 11:25 am |
| I use nioxin as well although I didn't see more hair but I can definetely say my hair loss is less |
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Thu Apr 20, 2006 1:21 pm |
| I just saw a news report that basically concluded that rubbing Saw Palmetto on your scalp is very effective in promoting hair growth. (It was about a new prescription product aimed at balding men-- and the report concluded the same results could be achieved using rogaine + saw palmetto) Hope this helps! |
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Sun May 07, 2006 8:28 am |
| recommending nioxin, as suggested by all the posts earlier. this really works well in controlling the oil production as well as helps to curb hair loss. |
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Sun May 07, 2006 8:46 am |
Jenny,
Read up on this. They have products that have been PROVEN to help with hair loss. I mean a lot of info and actual studies behind which is more important than just claims. Testimonials as well.
Their idea is to help the SKIN around the follicle to help the follicle flourish.
Makes so much sense.
http://www.folligen.com/
Also chekc out their discussion forum.
http://healthyskin.infopop.cc/groupee/forums/a/frm/f/1990018252
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