Retinol is considered one of the most effective ingredients in anti-aging cosmetics. Beautyholics have found that it’s not only good for the skin, but also for the hair. Certainly, it was not without nuances.
TikTok spawns a slew of new beauty trends. Thus, for the past few weeks, videos on retinol and hair loss have been multiplying on the platform. Beauty enthusiasts have found that a face cream with tretinoin (one of the derivatives of retinol) strengthens hair, accelerates hair growth and heals the scalp.
At first glance, it looks like the new way to use retinol in skincare is really ingenious. First of all, many people use cosmetics with this component before going to bed – so why not also apply a little cream to the hairline? You don’t need to buy anything new! And secondly, the effect of tretinoin on hair quality has a scientific basis: in 2019, a study was conducted, as a result of which He revealedthat combining retinoids with over-the-counter hair growth products is 43% more effective than using similar energizing products alone.
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Nevertheless doctors are the advice to use retinol face cream in the head area is no less skeptical than to replace eye cream with hemorrhoids.
The scalp is very different from the skin of the face – in that it is in the area of the hair roots that a large number of blood vessels are located. Retinol and its derivatives have a strong effect on the cardiovascular system. Thus, harmless use of a cream containing tretinoin can lead to a sudden deterioration in well-being, increased pressure and arrhythmia.
Experts do not deny the benefits of retinoids in the fight against hair loss. However, to begin with, it is better to consult a specialist and find out whether this method is suitable for you. And if so, should other health support medications be used preventively during such therapy?
