The Sun
I wasted £1000s trying to fix shedding hair - a £7 Boots buy made it thick again
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TikTok Hair Loss Expert's AI Research Tip Divides Audience
London, UK – A recent TikTok video by creator "HairlossResearcher📄💇🏻♀️" (sofiahairhealth) has garnered significant attention, with over 1.7 million views, as she shares her personal battle with hair loss and the methods she claims led to successful hair regrowth. The video, uploaded on August 20, 2025, details her journey from spending "hundreds if not thousands of pounds" on ineffective treatments to discovering what she believes are scientifically-backed solutions. The creator, who showcases before-and-after glimpses of her scalp, advocates for treatments such as minoxidil, DHT blockers, specific supplements, laser therapy, derma rolling, and PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin). She stresses the importance of focusing on methods with scientific evidence, stating, "A lot of ingredients that are promoted for hair growth have not been proven scientifically to actually grow hair, so you should always start with what has the most scientific evidence." However, a key recommendation in her video has ignited debate among viewers. The creator advises those navigating the complex hair loss market to "use tools like ChatGPT and Google to really research the products that you're spending money on." This suggestion drew immediate criticism in the comment section, with several users expressing skepticism about relying on AI for medical or product advice. One user commented, "was invested till i heard use chatgpt to research 💀," while another stated, "I wish minoxidil wasn't so toxic to pets [tears]." The discussion also touched upon the safety of minoxidil for pets, a common concern among users. Despite the controversy surrounding the AI research recommendation, the video highlights a widespread concern about hair loss and the public's search for effective, evidence-based solutions.
The Scottish Sun
I wasted £1000s trying to fix shedding hair - a £7 Boots buy made it thick again
A WOMAN has revealed she wasted thousands of pounds using fancy shampoos to try and fix her shedding hair, until she discovered a £7 Boots product. A…
The Irish Sun
I wasted £1000s trying to fix shedding hair - a £7 Boots buy made it thick again
A WOMAN has revealed she wasted thousands of pounds using fancy shampoos to try and fix her shedding hair, until she discovered a £7 Boots product. A…
