Hair Loss
support for hair growth foundations, nutrient status, hormones and stress resilience
Skin and hair often reflect what's happening inside – Leyla considers the gut, hormones and nutrition behind the surface.
Overview
Hair Loss can affect daily life in ways that extend beyond a single symptom. At Highlands, we view hair loss through a systems-based lens, considering digestion, sleep, stress, hormones, metabolism, immune resilience, recovery and lifestyle context. The goal is not to offer a generic supplement answer, but to understand the broader pattern and provide practitioner-guided support that is appropriate for the individual. A personalised approach may include nutritional medicine, herbal medicine, targeted practitioner supplements and practical lifestyle foundations.
Common signs & symptoms
Common experiences may include:
- increased shedding
- thinning
- receding hairline
- brittle hair
- slow growth
Potential contributing factors
Possibilities commonly explored include:
- iron status
- thyroid health
- hormones
- stress
- protein intake
- inflammation
- postpartum changes
Common practitioner nutrients8 commonly considered, tap to explore
Practitioners may commonly consider nutrients such as the following. This is general education, not a recommendation, what is appropriate for you is determined through your assessment.
Iron where appropriate
Mineral central to oxygen transport, energy and red blood cell function. Requires assessment before use.
Zinc
Important mineral involved in immune function, skin health, tissue repair, hormonal wellbeing and gut integrity.
Biotin
Biotin is commonly considered by practitioners in this area. Researchers continue exploring its role; what is appropriate for you is determined through your onboarding.
Selenium
Trace mineral commonly discussed in relation to thyroid wellbeing, antioxidant systems and immune function.
Vitamin D
Fat-soluble vitamin central to immune function, bone health, mood and overall wellbeing.
Silica
Mineral discussed in collagen formation, connective tissue, skin, hair and nails.
Collagen
Structural protein source discussed in skin, joints, tendons, bones and healthy ageing.
Omega-3
Essential fatty acids commonly discussed in relation to brain, cardiovascular, skin and inflammatory wellbeing.
Common herbal ingredients5 traditionally used, tap to explore
Herbs traditionally used by practitioners in this area include the following. Traditional use and ongoing research are described for context only.
Nettle
Traditional herb commonly used in prostate wellbeing formulas.
Horsetail
Silica-rich traditional herb discussed in hair, nails, skin and connective tissue.
Saw Palmetto
Traditional herb discussed in prostate and androgen-related wellbeing.
Rosemary
Traditional herb discussed in circulation, hair and antioxidant contexts.
Withania
Withania is commonly considered by practitioners in this area. Researchers continue exploring its role; what is appropriate for you is determined through your onboarding.
Lifestyle foundations7 focuses, tap to explore
- skin barrier support
- protein intake
- hydration
- sleep
- stress management
- blood sugar stability
- trigger review
Understanding first. Products only if appropriate.
Highlands begins with understanding, not products. Your assessment gives Leyla the picture she needs to recommend practitioner-only supplements, herbal medicine or a bespoke formulation where appropriate, reviewed and signed off before anything is dispensed, with ongoing support as your needs change.
- 1Assessment
- 2Practitioner guidance
- 3Personalised plan
- 4Ongoing support
Personalised Compounds by Leyla
Share your picture in a short assessment and Leyla compounds it down to a few things made for you, with practitioner-only products only where a compound can’t fill the gap.
This information is educational and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Individual needs vary. Always consult your medical practitioner regarding health concerns.