Hair Growth + Hair Removal Must Haves!

Hair is a funny thing. We want more of it in some places, and less of it (or NONE of it) in others. Whether male or female, in the past, present, or future, we all seem to have a different idea of what the perfect quality and quantity of hair looks like.  Eyebrow blindness is the perfect example - if you haven't heard of it, go have a laugh about it on TikTok and leave a comment here with your thoughts!!

​I'm not here today to give advice about current trends in brow, beard, or hair styles, but rather to tell you about some great products available to help you achieve the hair you want - from hair growth serums to painless permanent at home hair removal devices!

​Small disclosure first: this post is sponsored by Responsival and does contain some affiliate links, noted with ** (as an Amazon associate, I earn commission from purchases made after clicking affiliate links).

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Hair Loss Reversal + Hair Growth

​From folitin hair growth serum to beard renew and elixir serums to scalp massager and microneedle dermaroller, Entera Skincare has got you and your hair regrowth covered! 

The Folitin Hair Regrowth Serum, for example, is a concentrated proprietary blend of active peptides, designed to reverse hair loss, stimulate hair regrowth, strengthen hair, and promote scalp health! You simply apply to your scalp and massage in for 30 seconds 1-3 times a week, though they do recommend using red light or grounding therapy to increase circulation and reduce systemic inflammation, as well as dermarolling or microneedling for deeper penetration. Curious to learn more? Check out this article about peptides for hair growth on Men's Journal.

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At Home IPL Hair Removal Device

​Hair on my head and brows? YES PLEASE!! Hair on my chin, arm pits, bikini area, legs... we all feel differently about those, but for me, NO THANKS!! Sure, we can shave at home. We can get professionally waxed or sugared or lasered, but that takes a lot of time and money if doing it regularly!

​I had professional IPL (intense pulsed light) done on my arm pits at a salon in Japan over a decade ago with amazing results - 99% of the hair gone! It hurt though, like hot snapping rubber bands, and I had to go back to the salon several times over the period of a few months. But these days, there are many at home IPL devices on the market and they're an amazing alternative!! They're not quite as powerful, but this also means little or no pain (depending on the setting you use), and are much more budget friendly than professional treatments!

What's more?? You have it at home for touch ups if needed. In my experience, with each treatment, some of the hair follicles are destroyed and hair doesn't come back, while others are simply "paused" or damaged and hair is gone for a few weeks and grows back in a bit thinner, needing to be zapped again. I've been using mine here and there for about 9 months now and am really happy with it. Results definitely vary though. I've heard some say their results are much quicker and permanent, others saying it did nothing. User error, hormone levels, skin color, and hair color can all play a role in how well these work for each individual.

​I've actually reviewed 2 brands (both sent to me), and I would say they're pretty equal in results and being painless. You can see my demos below. The Lubex Glow 6A+ Sapphire Ice Cooling IPL device** has more customizations through their app, and they email you reminders for when it's time for your next treatment, which is nice (you need to do it every few days in the first month and then back down to every 2 weeks and finally monthly or just as needed)! But if you tend to get overwhelmed with technology, Ulike Air3 Ice Cooling IPL device** might be a better choice - only 3 power levels, nice and simple!

If you want to learn more about IPL Hair Removal, watch the the video below left "IPL 101" or read my IPL blog post here!

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At Home Hair Cutting + Dying

Not sure if you knew this about me, but I've been cutting and dying my hair at home for many years now! It started when I impulsively cut my own bangs back in 2017, it opened the floodgates so to speak! I was chronically unhappy after getting professional cuts - just not thrilled with the results, the price tag, or the time invested. And now, doing my own hair?? Well, definitely happy with the price tag LOL!! Sometimes love the results, sometimes have a hilarious whoopsy moment, but never a regret! If you want to be inspired or have some laughs, be sure to check out my YouTube channel "It's Just Hair with Heather"!!

And I'll finish it up with a few of my "must haves" for at home hair cuts and colors:

• 3 Way Trifold Hanging Mirror** (so you can see the sides and back)
• Shear Guru Professional Barber Kit** (decent scissors are a must!)
• Beard King Bib** (see video below; for easy cleanup cutting your bangs, hair, or beard)

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So what do you think? Going to try any of these products? Do you prioritize hair regrowth or hair removal more in your current phase of life? How's it compare to your younger years?? I'd love to hear from you in a comment below!!!