
We are excited to now offer our patients the LOCKrx product line. We are constantly evaluating and reviewing the latest developments on the treatment of female hair loss and based on some of the latest research we felt like we had some holes in our treatment offerings. Specifically, when it came to gut health and at home micro-needling.
We have always believed that supplements and vitamins need to play a role in any hair loss treatment plan, however, the supplements we offered did not have a strong enough focus on gut health. Over the last couple of years, research has shown how important gut health is to hair health. One of the main product offerings that LOCKrx has is their Defense gut health powder. Improved gut health allows for proper absorption of the nutrients needed for healthier hair.
Over the past few years, we have seen an increase in the popularity of at-home micro-needling devices due to the promising research on the effectiveness of micro-needling as a treatment for hair loss. As we searched for an option for our patients, we had two requirements of an at-home system. First, the device had to be a stamper. Too many at-home devices are rollers, which can catch the hair and cut it. Secondly, it needed to come with a growth factor topical to micro-needle into the scalp. The second part is really important, because the promising research on micro-needling was conducted on a specific needle depth of 1.5mm, which you really cannot find at home. The purpose of at-home micro-needling is to mimic what is done in the office, but since you cannot get to the depth needed to activate the growth factors, you need a topical solution to introduce these key ingredients to the scalp and follicle for healing and rejuvenation. The LOCKrx Growth Factor 3x Serum and micro-needle stamper met all of these requirements and should be a great at home option for many of our patients.
The last piece of the LOCKrx offering is their Guard and Block hair loss supplement. LOCKrx split their supplement into two main focuses, the Guard, which focuses on the conditions necessary to support healthy hair and decrease shedding, and the Block, which focuses on supporting healthy hair and blocking the conversion of testosterone to DHT, which is involved with the shrinking process of hair follicles. By splitting the supplements into two different pills, it allows for maximum flexibility, in not only in cost to the patient, but in how we develop our treatment plans.
As our offices are closed due to the current situation with Coronavirus, we have worked out a special program with LOCKrx for Medi Tresse patients. Our patients will be receiving a special 10% discount. If you are interested in learning more about these great treatment options reach out to our office.
Below is more information on the each of the products and how the key ingredients can be beneficial in the treatment of hair loss.
Defense Gut Health Powder from LOCKrx
- Prebiotic supplement that includes mineral-rich blue green algae and proven anti-inflammatory botanicals curcumin, aloe, licorice and beta-glucan to address gut health in powdered form.
- Key Ingredients:
- L-Glutamine
- Shown to block bacterial infiltration during digestion
- Helps to boost immunity and prevent infection and inflammation
- Soothing to gut
- Licorice
- Plant based ingredient with "adaptogenic" properties, which help to improve the body’s ability to accommodate physical and emotional stressors that may play a vital role in gut health in some individuals
- Known anti-inflammatory, calming to scalp tissue
- Turmeric
- Anti-inflammatory
- Reducing inflammation may help to ameliorate the causes of hair loss and encourage growth
- Inhibits the 5-AR enzyme known to play a part in androgenetic alopecia
- Adaptogenic properties may help the body heal and recover more quickly from conditions that may negatively affect hair follicles and scalp tissue
- Spirulina
- Mineral dense blue-green algae superfood
- Powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial properties within the gut
- Aids in healthy digestion
- Rich in chlorophyll, so it’s great for retaining and restoring good digestion
- Encourages and supports the growth of healthy bacteria in your stomach, thus helping to keep candida overgrowth under control
- Boosts the absorption of vital minerals
- Supplies the nutrients needed to cleanse and replenish total body health, which may:
- Boost your immune system
- Destroy bacteria and viruses
- Help speed up hair growth, while reducing hair loss
- Improve conditions of dry, itchy scalp
- Aloe Vera
- Prebiotic
- Healing, soothing to gut
- Anti-inflammatory
- Beta-Glucan
- Recognized as an important modulator in assisting a healthy gut
- Powerful immunity booster
- Anti-inflammatory
- Piperine
- Aids digestion
- Enhances absorption of a variety of nutrients and anti-oxidants
- Promotes a healthy GI system
Block Hair Loss Supplement from LOCKrx
- A follicle enrichment supplement formulated with the LOCKrx proprietary blend of botanicals, adaptagens, marine collagen and Saw Palmetto, known to support hair growth and help to block the conversion of testosterone to DHT, which is involved with the shrinking process of hair follicles. This uniquely designed formulation stimulates hair growth and decreases hair loss.
- Key Ingredients:
- Saw Palmetto
- Improves hair growth by blocking 5- alpha-reductase, an enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT, the molecule responsible for hair loss in androgenetic alopecia (pattern baldness)
- Ashwagandha Root
- Improves scalp circulation, strengthens the hair, and may help to heal conditions like dandruff, psoriasis, and eczema on the scalp
- Anti-greying properties
- Adaptogenic properties supports the body’s ability to accommodate to varying physical and emotional stresses
- Resveratrol
- Provides protection against injury or bacterial, fungi, ultraviolet damage
- Powerful anti-inflammatory
- Helps to Increase the lifespan of the follicle and promote healthy scalp tissue
- Increases blood flow to the follicle, thus supporting healthy hair growth
- Adaptogenic properties supports the body’s ability to accommodate to varying physical and emotional stresses
Guard Healthy Hair Supplement from LOCKrx
- A premier blend of complexed super vitamin B and Biotin in supplement form. Vitamin B Complex and biotin are known as ingredients necessary to promote conditions to support healthy hair. The most crucial element of LOCKrx B Vitamin Complex is its reduced form (methylation) which allows immediate bioavailability for rapid assimilation and metabolizing without over accumulation.
- Key Ingredients
- Complexed Vitamin B with "Quatrofolic" Folate and Biotin
- High potency, biologically active form of dietary components in the form of B complex vitamins
- Provides important adrenal support for better systemic stress management
- Provides hormone support which is imperative for healthy hair, skin and nails
- Contributes to the support of a longer hair cycle which means less falling hair (Biotin deficiencies are a known cause of hair thinning and hair loss)
Posted by Your Medi Tresse Team