Health & Wellness

Viviscal Review: Before & After Treatment

Many hair loss sufferers are quick to resort to the latest treatment, especially at times when they feel no other product has met their expectations for fuller, thicker hair. One of the newest hair supplements on the market is Viviscal, a line of topical treatments designed to shift hair loss in two ways: stimulate follicles for regrowth and minimize the appearance of existing bald spots. All treatments are applied directly to the scalp, appealing to hair loss patients who prefer a topical product alone. However, Viviscal also offers oral supplements in conjunction with their topical treatments, which cost $50 for every month’s supply, or 60 tablets total. Unfortunately, Viviscal hasn’t been on the market long enough to prove long-term or substantial results. While the providers of Viviscal claim 20 years of research in support of their product, actual long-term results are still unknown. One study reviewed a small sample of 20 patients, three of whom left the study before finishing treatment. Because of the lack of data in support of the product, many medical professionals are uncertain of the Viviscal’s effectiveness in the treatment of male and female hair loss. Instead, the more common non-invasive treatments for hair loss include Rogaine and low-level laser therapy (LLLT). Common hair loss treatments Minoxidil, or the common brand Rogaine, has been used as a topical treatment for decades. The topical foam is applied twice daily, and more severe cases of hair loss can opt for the Extra strength formula. Plus, it only costs $30 to $40 per month, which is significantly less than the full package of Viviscal treatments. Surgical hair restoration is also commonly referred to hair loss patients as a permanent, proven treatment. While hair loss surgery has been around for ages, transplants have surpassed previous technology. The procedure was once called “hair plugs” and appeared much more obvious than today’s standards accommodate. Follicular unit extraction allows precise grafts of 1 to 3 hairs at a time, resulting in a more natural reconstruction of the hairline. What’s more, the procedure is now minimally invasive and more comfortable than in the past. LLLT: an option for everyone Low-level laser therapy has revealed itself to be a substantial solution for thinning or shedding hair in both men and women. Capillus™ laser caps are designed to help patients reduce the appearance of thinning and shedding while promoting follicles to grow new hair. Additionally, Capillus™ improves scalp health and treats androgenic alopecia, also referred to as male pattern baldness. And, for individuals who prefer a multi-faceted approach, low-level laser therapy is safe to use in conjunction with other treatments. The safety of low-level laser therapy allows hair loss sufferers to tackle their issue from multiple fronts, if they so choose. Whether you suffer from minor or more progressive hair loss, you can be stimulating hair regrowth through the use of Capillus’ line of low-level laser therapy treatments. Capillus™ caps are FDA-cleared for both men and women, prompting many hair loss physicians within our network to offer these caps to clients who suffer from androgenetic alopecia.

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