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What Does Damaged Hair Look Like? Common Signs

What Does Damaged Hair Look Like? Common Signs

Written bySian Ferguson

What does damaged hair look like? Learn the telltale signs, what causes damage, and how to get back to healthier hair in our guide.

Hair Care
Finasteride for Women: Can Women Use Finasteride For Hair Loss?

Finasteride for Women: Can Women Use Finasteride For Hair Loss?

Written bySian Ferguson

Doctors typically prescribe finasteride to men. But it can also help women with hair loss. Here’s everything you need to know about finasteride for women.

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What to Know About Rosemary Oil for Hair Growth

What to Know About Rosemary Oil for Hair Growth

Written byJill Seladi-Schulman, PhD

Rosemary oil for hair growth is a popular natural remedy on social media. Some research suggests rosemary oil may help hair growth, but more studies are needed.

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Is Minoxidil Safe for Women? Uses, Side Effects, & More

Is Minoxidil Safe for Women? Uses, Side Effects, & More

Written bySian Ferguson

Minoxidil is safe for women. It can be used to promote hair growth and help with hair thinning and hair loss. Here’s what you need to know.

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When Postpartum Hair Loss Doesn’t Stop: What Helped Me and What to Know

When Postpartum Hair Loss Doesn’t Stop: What Helped Me and What to Know

Written byGrace Gallagher

Still shedding long after birth? Here’s what prolonged postpartum hair loss could mean — and what finally helped one woman stop losing hair.

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15 Foods to Eat For Healthy Hair

15 Foods to Eat For Healthy Hair

Written byHadley Mendelsohn

Discover 15 everyday foods that can support healthy hair growth from the inside out — and how to incorporate them into your diet.

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Best Hair Loss Treatments for Women

Best Hair Loss Treatments for Women

Written by Jill Seladi-Schulman, PhD

Hair loss treatment for women isn’t one-size-fits-all. The best option for you depends on what’s causing it and how much hair you’ve lost.

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Hair Mask for Hair Loss: Does It Work?

Hair Mask for Hair Loss: Does It Work?

Written byJill Seladi-Schulman, PhD

Hair mask for hair loss? Scalp mask for hair growth? They’re good for hair health but won’t regrow hair. Here’s what’s proven to work.

Hair Loss
Musely vs. Hers for Hair Loss: How Do They Compare?

Musely vs. Hers for Hair Loss: How Do They Compare?

Written byVanessa Gibbs

Compare Hers vs. Musely for hair loss. Learn what to expect from each telehealth platform’s products, pricing, and subscription models.

Hair Loss
Hers vs. Nutrafol for Hair 2025: How Do They Compare?

Hers vs. Nutrafol for Hair 2025: How Do They Compare?

Written byGrace Gallagher

Compare Hers vs. Nutrafol for hair care in 2025. Learn what to expect from each telehealth platform’s products, pricing, and subscription models.

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Condition Guides

Scalp Psoriasis

Scalp Psoriasis

Written byAddie Ganik, MD, FAAD

Psoriasis is a common, chronic inflammatory skin condition. It affects an estimated 2-3 percent of the global population, about 125 million people worldwide.

Folliculitis

Folliculitis

Written byAddie Ganik, MD, FAAD

Folliculitis is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become inflamed due to infection, irritation, or blockage.

Itchy Scalp

Itchy Scalp

Written byAddie Ganik, MD, FAAD

Many people experience an itchy scalp at some point. It’s usually not a sign of a serious medical condition and can, in most cases, be successfully treated with home remedies, over-the-counter shampoos, and prescription treatments.

Ingrown Hair

Ingrown Hair

Written byAddie Ganik, MD, FAAD

Ingrown hairs are a common nuisance but rarely serious. They can develop on frequently shaved body parts such as the legs or pubic area.

Alopecia Areata

Alopecia Areata

Written byAddie Ganik, MD, FAAD

We may think of all hair loss as the same: hair falls out, leading to a bare patch or an area of thinning hair. However, there are many types of hair loss, one of which is called alopecia areata.

Dandruff

Dandruff

Written byAddie Ganik, MD, FAAD

Dandruff needs almost no introduction. If you’ve watched TV in the last twenty years, you’ve likely seen a commercial where a man finds the shoulders of his black T-shirt covered in white flakes and ponders what to do about it.

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Lifestyle Guides

How To Add Volume To Your Hair: Products, Styling Techniques, and Hair Habits

How To Add Volume To Your Hair: Products, Styling Techniques, and Hair Habits

Written bySara Harcharik Perkins, MD

Flat hair happens, whether it's due to your hair type, styling habits, or just a bad hair day. Good news, though — we’re about to go over everything you need to know on how to get volume in your hair.

How to Get Thicker Hair

How to Get Thicker Hair

Written bySara Harcharik Perkins, MD

For many women, a head of shiny, healthy, thick hair feels like a far-off fantasy. But, contrary to popular belief, you can actually make your hair thicker.

How to Take Care of Long Hair

How to Take Care of Long Hair

Written bySara Harcharik Perkins, MD

Gorgeous, healthy, long hair is a gift. If you’re lucky enough to have it effortlessly, well, congratulations — you’re one of the rare ones.

How to Prevent Hair Loss in Women

How to Prevent Hair Loss in Women

Written bySara Harcharik Perkins, MD

Hair loss is a frustrating fact of life for many women. Experts have long known that few women maintain a full head of hair across their lifespan — less than 45 percent.

Biotin for Hair Growth: Do You Really Need Supplements?

Biotin for Hair Growth: Do You Really Need Supplements?

Written byAddie Ganik, MD, FAAD

Biotin is a hot topic in hair care, often marketed as a miracle for hair growth. But what is biotin? And does it live up to the hype?

Natural Remedies for Hair Loss in Women: How to Regrow Hair Naturally

Natural Remedies for Hair Loss in Women: How to Regrow Hair Naturally

Written byAddie Ganik, MD, FAAD

Whether it comes on gradually or seems to occur suddenly, hair loss can affect your confidence.

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Women Report More Hair Loss Than Men At Every Age—Is Stress At Play?

Women Report More Hair Loss Than Men At Every Age—Is Stress At Play?

Written byMelissa Lavigne-Delville

Women of multiple generations are all experiencing more hair loss than their male counterparts. Their anxiety is also notably higher. Here’s why stress may be contributing to women’s lackluster locks—and what doctors say can help.

2/3 of Moms Report Being Shocked by Postpartum Hair Loss, So Why Is No One Talking About It?

2/3 of Moms Report Being Shocked by Postpartum Hair Loss, So Why Is No One Talking About It?

Written byMelissa Lavigne-Delville

Ask moms if they were shocked by how much hair they lost as a result of pregnancy and it’s likely they will answer with a resounding “yes!”

Women Lose Their Hair Too—and It Can Wreak Havoc on Their Mental Health: Advice from a Dermatologist

Women Lose Their Hair Too—and It Can Wreak Havoc on Their Mental Health: Advice from a Dermatologist

Written byAimee Paik, MD

Because hair is closely tied to women’s identity, research shows that hair loss can have a profound effect on self-esteem and body image.

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