Hair Growth
How hair grows, and what nutrition, habits and popular remedies may or may not do for it.
The hair cycle, explained
Every hair on your scalp grows, pauses and rests on its own schedule. Knowing the three phases makes daily hair fall easier to understand.
Can you make hair grow faster? What actually helps
Searching for ways to make hair grow faster? Here is what actually affects hair growth, which popular tips have some evidence behind them and which are mostly myths.
Which vitamin deficiencies are linked to hair loss?
Low iron, vitamin D, zinc and other nutrients have all been linked to hair shedding. Here is what the evidence says, which tests may help and why more supplements are not always better.
Hair growth serums: which ingredients have evidence behind them
Hair growth serums and tonics are everywhere in Malaysian pharmacies and online shops. Here is how to read the label, which ingredients have published evidence and which claims to treat with caution.
Biotin for hair loss: do you need it?
Biotin is one of the most heavily marketed hair supplements in Malaysia. Here is what the evidence says, who might actually be low in it, and why it can affect some blood test results.
Vitamin D and hair loss: what studies suggest
Low vitamin D is surprisingly common even in sunny Malaysia, and studies have linked it with some types of hair loss. Here is what the research does and does not show.
Zinc and hair loss: deficiency, supplements and caution
Zinc deficiency can contribute to hair loss, and zinc is a common ingredient in hair supplements. But too much zinc has its own risks. Here is a balanced look.
Protein and hair: does your diet have enough?
Hair is made mostly of protein, so it is natural to wonder whether eating more protein helps. Here is when low protein matters, when it does not, and what a sensible Malaysian plate looks like.
What to eat for healthy hair: a Malaysian plate
No single food will stop shedding, but a varied diet gives follicles what they need. A practical guide to eating for healthy hair in Malaysia, including popular 'hair foods' and what the evidence says.
Hair supplements in Malaysia: how to judge the claims
Hair supplements are everywhere in Malaysian pharmacies and online shops. Here is how to read the label, what the evidence supports, and when a supplement is unlikely to help.
Collagen for hair: what the evidence supports
Collagen drinks and powders are marketed for skin, nails and hair. Here is what research shows about collagen for hair, and how to decide whether it is worth your money.
Does shaving your head make hair grow back thicker?
Many Malaysians believe shaving the head, or a baby's head, makes hair grow back thicker. Research says otherwise. Here is why the myth feels true, and when shaving can still be a good choice.