Hair loss | hair thinning | hair health

Dr. Sophie Shotter Dr Sophie and Fiona discuss: • What causes alopecia? • Genetic hair loss • The role of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) • The role of diet and medications • Over-processing / styling • Traction alopecia / braids • Dyson’s new range of dryers and straighteners • The role of hormones: childbirth, (peri)menopause, PCOS • The role of stress • Trichotillomania • Hair loss caused by auto immune disease • The work of Angela Christiano • JAK inhibitors • The role of the immune system • Isolated white patches of hair / trauma / shock • Gut health (see study info below) • COVID and hair loss • Hair re-growth after chemotherapy • Treatments – including… • Minoxidil • Finasteride • Laser therapy • Home LED devices • PRP • Stem cell therapy • The Trichotest (advanced DNA testing) • Blood tests to check for micronutrient deficiencies • The Keravive by HydraFacial • Hair transplants • Biotin • Viviscal Hair Growth Supplements • Do hair growth shampoos work? • How often should we wash our hair? • Scalp massage • Products available • Olaplex and lilial (what we know so far) • Dr Sophie’s favourite hair products and hairdresser Find out more by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/ Follow Dr Sophie on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/drsophieshotter/?hl=en …and Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophieshotter?lang=en This podcast was produced by https://thepodcastpeople.co/ Dr Sophie and Fiona mention a few brands, people, and studies – all the links are here (press ‘episode website’ for the full list): The Manta hairbrush Dyson’s range of products Luke Hersheson’s products Philip Kingsley’s Tricho 7 Scalp Drops More on the work of Dr Angela here: https://magazine.medlineplus.gov/article/close-to-home-nih-researcher-and-alopecia-patient-seeks-a-cure#:~:text=Treatment%20breakthroughs-,Dr.,But%20not%20all%20people. There have been reports linking hair loss to dust mites, cytomegalovirus, or Epstein-Barr virus – and the role of the microbiome. Read more: https://www.actasdermo.org/en-alopecia-microbiome-a-future-therapeutic-articulo-S1578219021001487 Dr Sophie offers: The Trichotest (advanced DNA testing) Calecim Professional stem cell therapy Viviscal Hair Growth supplements (has around 10 published clinical studies) She highly recommends https://giellygreen.co.uk/ in London – especially Jordan Favier Dr Sophie recommends: MONPURE’s Follicle Boost Hair Density Serum The K18 hair range Dr Sophie also mentions… KeraHealth that uses a patented technology ingredient Philip Kingsley's PK4 – a soya-based supplement Nue Co's hair growth supplement More on the Olaplex story here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-64662934 The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast. Mentioned in this episode:This show is sponsored by Primeadine – a clean, natural, and science-backed spermidine supplement – proven to up-regulate a range of health markers. Buy now at https://oxfordhealthspan.com/ and use the discount code DRSOPHIE for 20% off. This show is sponsored by Microbz – harnessing good bacteria directly from UK soil which means more diversity and at least 15 strains of good bacteria in every shot. Buy now at https://microbz.co.uk/ and use the discount code SOPHIE20 for 20% off.