August 8th, 2017
Health & Fitness
The number one thought on most people’s mind during and after chemo is how quickly will hair grow back and what will it look like. Though I became quite fond of my bald head, the day chemo was over, I threw that love to the wind and put all my energy into regrowing my hair. After about a year and a half later I have some valuable insight to share with you. I will let you know what helped grow my hair, when you can dye your hair and how to style it at all those awkward stages along the way.
The first step post-chemo is to start taking some kind of hair growth supplements. Look for something with a high level of Biotin (2,000 mcg is ideal). If you find the straight Biotin tablets break you out, experiment with a fast dissolving tablet or the Olly Undeniale Beauty gummies, which I LOVE. I started taking Biotin on my last day of chemo (with my doctor's approval) and I was so amazed by the results. My hair grew like weeds. Don't be surprised though if you quickly have hair sprouting up everywhere on your body (including your face). You may need to experiment with the dose of Biotin to find the perfect about for your body.
The next steps is to look for inspiration. With trends ever changing, short hair is currently in and the internet is filled with pixies, bobs, and buzz cuts. Look to other cancer survivors as well. Finding someone at a similar stage of hair regrowth with a similar texture can be extremely helpful. You can also get great ideas on Instagram by searching hashtags like #chemohair #chemocurls #hairgrowth and other similar phrases.
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