A CERTIFIED trichologist revealed the best steps to take to prevent bald patches in thinning hair.
She revealed some of the best haircare products to invest in, including a budget Boots buy.
In her viral video, TikTok user Abbey Yung (@abbeyyung) talked her followers through the best steps for preventing thinning hair.
She explained that symptoms like breakage and bald patches are key signs that your locks are in trouble.
To counteract this, Abbey recommends avoiding brushing your hair while its wet.
Instead, she advised her audience to detangle with their fingers first, explaining that this action prevents strands from snapping.
She also suggested investing in the Wetbrush Original Detangler, available for £8 from Boots.
For her next product recommendation, Abbey showed her audience the K18 Biomimetic Hair Science Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask, which retails for £45.
She explained that she combines the bonding product with the Living Proof Triple Bond Complex and the Red Kinestic Bonding Concentrate.
However, it was her final suggestion that made the real difference in strengthening her locks.
The OGX Damage Remedy Coconut Miracle Oil is available for £6.66 from Boots.
Abbey explained why the coconut oil plays such a vital role in the haircare process.
“Lengths and ends are the most fragile part of your hair so start applying a coconut based hair oil all over those areas before washing,” she advised.
She recommended skipping coconut oil on bonding days to allow the product to properly penetrate the strands.
Abbey explained that her advice works for hair that is already thinning as well as to prevent it.
However, she clarified that thinning near the scalp is a different issue to address.
Her followers shared their thoughts on the hacks in the comments section.
The experts at Now Patient shared the benefits of using coconut oil on your hair.
They explained that the oil works by penetrating the strands and helping to kill some kinds of fungi that can infect the scalp.
While it helps to prevent damage, it can also stop your hair from losing protein.
It also moisturises and smooths your locks as well as adding strength and shine.
“OK, thank you, hair queen,” wrote one impressed TikTok user.
“The oiling before washing has helped my thin dry bleached hair SO MUCH,” said another viewer.
“I can probably do all of it besides the hair mask cause when I last did a hair mask it made my hair poof up,” commented a third person.
“Love the advice! Also, nutrition is a key part of healthy hair,” pointed out another follower.
“Getting enough calories, protein, and healthy fats during the day!”
