Reverse Thinning Hair: Here’s How I Did It!
Let’s talk about something no one really preps you for when you’re younger and carefree and your metabolism still works: thinning hair. Fun, right? Just one more glamorous perk of aging—right up there with random chin hairs, night sweats, and the slow betrayal of every joint in your body. But hair thinning? That one hit me hard.
It all started back in 2020, which was already a garbage fire of a year thanks to my pos ex-husband and Covid. But on top of global chaos, my oldest child was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Yep. Nothing like extreme stress and trauma to really kick your hair follicles into retreat mode. Thanks, cortisol.
Since then, it’s been me vs. my scalp in a battle of wills—and I’m not saying I’ve totally won, but let’s just say I’ve mounted a solid comeback tour. If you’re also noticing more hair in the shower drain than on your head, here’s what’s actually helped me slow it down, reverse some of it, and keep my sanity along the way (mostly).
Table of Contents
1. Supplements, Vitamins & Me Turning Into a Walking GNC
I’ve popped more supplements than a fitness influencer during a brand deal, and I have opinions. I’ve tried biotin (my favorite so far is Hair Abundance), collagen (gross but worth it, I add it to my coffee), and enough B-complex to light up Las Vegas.
But the real MVP? NAD+.
If you haven’t heard of it, NAD+ is basically like Red Bull for your cells. It supports cellular repair, energy production, and—bonus—hair regrowth. Since I added it to my supplement routine, I noticed stronger, shinier hair, better skin, and a little more “hey girl” in my step. This is ironic because I was taking it for better memory and brain health. You can imagine my delight when I realized I was growing new hair!
Is it expensive? Kinda. Worth it? Absolutely. I’ve taken a bunch of different brands at this point and I’ve even self injected it. Here’s my top 3 based on what I’ve tried.
- Tru Niagen: Clinically backed nicotinamide riboside (NR). Easy to take, high quality, and NSF certified.
- Elysium Basis: Combines NR + pterostilbene for cellular repair with a touch of bougie.
- ProHealth NMN Pro 300: Pure NMN, third-party tested, no fluff—just serious anti-aging energy.
2. Heat Damage? Not on My Watch (Anymore)
I used to fry my hair like it owed me money. Blow dryers, curling irons, straighteners—you name it, I was wielding it like I was prepping for the Met Gala. Every. Single. Day.
But eventually I realized I was basically slow-roasting my hair into oblivion. So, I made a shift: less heat, more health.
I cut way back on heat styling. I switched to a hair dryer that’s gentler on my strands (no, it’s not Dyson-priced, but it feels fancy), and I started embracing my natural curls with the help of curl creams and styling products.
Especially when I travel somewhere humid and glorious like Mexico or Panama, I let the curls run wild and free. They love the humidity—unlike my thighs in shorts.
Here are three hair dryers that are easier on your hair:
- Dyson Supersonic: Pricey but worth every penny. Measures air temp 40x/second to prevent heat damage. Fast, quiet, sleek—basically the Tesla of hair dryers.
- Shark HyperAIR: A fantastic Dyson dupe with smart heat control and curl-friendly attachments. Great for reducing frizz and drying fast without the sizzle.
- T3 AireLuxe: Luxe and gentle with ionic tech to boost shine and tame static. Five heat settings, gorgeous design, and it won’t roast your curls.
3. Hair Products I Swear By Now
Like any woman spiraling through a midlife hair crisis, I have tried all the shampoos and conditioners. If there was a brand promising “thicker, fuller hair,” it ended up in my shower.
Some made my hair feel like straw. Others made my scalp angry, nothing like finding out you are allergic to avocado oil. But my current holy grail? Rahua shampoo and conditioner.
They’re natural, luxurious, and they somehow manage to clean my hair without stripping it of every ounce of moisture and dignity. I swear my hair just looks thicker after using this. Plus, they smell like a rainforest and a spa had a baby—so that’s a win.
Another shampoo I’ve used I’ve liked are Better Not Younger’s Superpower Duo.
4. Goodbye Highlights, Hello Natural Hair (And No, I Don’t Miss the Foils)
Another plot twist in my hair journey: I broke up with my blonde highlights. After years of bleaching and processing, I finally looked at my sad, stressed-out strands and thought, “You deserve better.”
Going back to my natural color (which I now call “expensive brunette”) gave my hair the break it needed. Less breakage, less dryness, and more strength. Plus, fewer salon bills, and who doesn’t love a little extra cash for wine?
5. The Brush Is Dead to Me—Long Live the Hair Pick
I used to brush my hair like I was trying to win a gold medal in detangling. Turns out, all that brushing was just snapping off what little hair I had left.
Now? I’m a proud hair pick convert. It’s gentler, causes less breakage, and actually helps keep my curls and waves looking voluminous instead of sad and stringy. It’s a little switch, but it made a big difference.
6. Glutaryl Spray: My Secret Weapon Against Stress (And Possibly Life Itself)
Stress = hair loss. We know this. I’ve lived it.
But my daily secret weapon for combating stress and, hopefully, keeping my remaining hair attached to my head is Glutaryl spray, a transdermal glutathione. It’s basically a fancy antioxidant you spray on your skin that helps your body detox, fight inflammation, and chill out.
I use it daily—especially when I feel the “I’m about to scream into a pillow” vibe creeping in. I don’t know if it’s magic or science or both, but I’ll take it.
A Gentle Reminder: This Is a Marathon, Not a Blowout
Hair doesn’t bounce back overnight (trust me, I’ve waited). But over time, with consistency and a few tweaks, you really can make progress.
If you’re dealing with thinning hair, just know you’re not alone. Whether it’s stress, hormones, age, or just bad luck, it sucks—but it’s also something you can tackle.
You might not go back to your 22-year-old Pantene commercial days, but you can absolutely grow stronger, thicker, healthier hair. And who knows, you might even learn a thing or two about loving the version of you that’s grown through it all (gray hairs, wild hormones, and all).
Do You Have a Hair-Loss Hero?
Drop your favorite tip, product, or sanity-saving ritual in the comments—I’m always up for trying something new (except bangs. I’ve learned my lesson.)
Until then, I’ll be over here with my Rahua shampoo, NAD+, hair pick, curl cream, and Glutaryl spray—fighting the good follicle fight one day at a time.
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