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If you’ve been scouring the Internet for the best possible hair growth treatments out there, you’ve likely landed on the name Minoxidil. The topical medication is meant to stimulate new growth on balding patches and slow shedding, and while it’s mostly been used by folks 40 years and up in the past (Rogaine, anyone?) that hasn’t stopped users of all ages attempting to reap its benefits lately. In fact, one search on TikTok will serve you up countless videos of people speaking on the matter. 

Minoxidil works in several ways to transform thinning scalps; it increases blood flow around hair follicles, it extends each follicle growth phase and it increases the strength of future follicles. Basically, the potent ingredient ensures future strands come back healthier and stronger, resulting in fuller locks.

There are several places on the web to purchase a Minoxidil serum, but for those seeking affordability and fast delivery, Amazon has plenty of options available. The Elevate Minoxidil 5% Hair Growth Spray is a prime example; it has a 4.3-star rating and is currently 40 percent off.

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Elevate Minoxidil 5% Hair Growth Spray

The spray-on serum contains 5 percent Minoxidil, vitamin B5 and ginseng that bring fast-working results to thinning areas. It’s been clinically proven to show changes within 12 weeks of use on those with brittle strands, pattern baldness and strands with low elasticity. The brand recommends using it twice per day by spraying it directly onto areas of loss or all across the scalp and letting it dry before styling—shoppers confirm it doesn’t leave a greasy film on the hair. 

If you want a visual of just how well the spray works, one person left a before-and-after photo alongside their review which read “This product works great for me. Just be patient and use daily. I was using 2x daily as directed by my doctor, and now I’ve cut back to once daily. I’ve seen the most significant improvements in the last 30 days (see pics!), about 1.5 months into treatment. It’s a great price for the peace of mind of hair regrowth.”

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A second reviewer wrote that after experiencing “hair loss and thinning due to previous health issues,” they’ve witnessed “so much new growth and sparse spots filling in already” after three weeks of using the Elevate spray. 

“I have two spots on the side of my temple that seem to be getting fuller, and my part in the middle doesn’t seem as wide,” shared a third person.

If no other hair growth treatments have offered the results you’ve wanted, consider giving Minoxidil a go. Scoop the Elevate Minoxidil Hair Growth Spray while it’s down to $30 right now.

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I don’t know anyone who gets a period and thinks, wow, this is really fun. But it’s a part of life for many of us and, you know, just biology. But something strange is going on in today’s society and we seem to be going backwards in terms of period equity and stigmas. Since 2020, August has been working to change that with its “period-positive” period products. It’s not just about pads and tampons (though the brand nailed those) but about changing the way we talk about periods.

Founder Nadya Okamoto set out to “reimagine periods to be powerful,” as well as create a community of people who menstruate. We’d say she did just that. August has more than 336K followers on TikTok and Okamoto has more than four million. Through both channels, she and her team advocate and educate about periods for everyone and anyone who menstruates.

Because it’s not just women. And they aren’t “feminine products.” And period products should be free in all school bathrooms. And kids should absolutely be allowed and encouraged to talk about periods at any age. (Sorry, not sorry, Ron DeSantis.)

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Pads, tampons and liners might not be free in all public bathrooms (yet), but you can shop August’s sustainable, fragrance-free, organic cotton, BPA-free leak-proof products easier than ever. They’re now at Target! Grab them below.

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August Super Tampons

Get 16 super-absorbent, BPA-free tampons that fans swear are the most comfortable out there.

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August Night Pads

This 16-pack features super-absorbent pads with eight layers of protection.

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August Regular Tampons

Get 16 “regular” tampons designed for moderate flow.

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August Panty Liners

Grab this pack of 16 organic cotton panty liners and you’ll have one when you need it.

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August Day Pads

This 16-pack contains breathable, absorbent, 100 percent organic cotton pads.

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August Day and Night Pads

Shop this 16-pack and get eight “day” and eight “night” pads. The night ones are a bit bigger and more absorbent for a leak-free night.

Summer House Season 7 Episode 7 Fashion

According to the previews, it seems like a lot is happening in the Summer House this week for the girls. One of the things happening is arguing pole dancing fab fashion. And I’m sure that nobody would argue with me on that. Which is why the fact that we gathered some of it up along with similar styles below will totally have you happy dancing.

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

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Amanda Batula’s Denim Print Mesh Confessional Top

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When I was first diagnosed with terminal cancer, I had the mistaken idea that I would have professionals who would help me understand what was happening and what I/we would do about it. I felt I needed someone to hold my hand and lead me along.

Who Gets to Create My Health Care Team?

It was confusing to know if my primary care doctor was involved or not. As it turns out, he is sympathetic and is available to me, but not really a main player in my cancer treatment. The medical oncology department maybe was my go-to now? While staff there is friendly and efficient for appointments, getting answers in between appointments can be frustrating.

I Do!

I finally realized I was going to have to educate myself and become my own advocate. Once I figured that out, I started asking for what I needed and I organized my own care. I have cancer related forums and the internet and medical family members who have helped me see what I need.

Here’s what I’ve learned.

Primary Oncologist

I will say that my primary Oncologist is less than helpful in managing my overall care. I am trying to stop complaining about his lack of communication, but it is a challenge at times. Now, I have learned to ask for the services that I need. He is willing to give me referrals when I ask for them. And he can prescribe the treatments that I need so for that, I am thankful.

Urologic Oncologist

A second opinion, not local, gave me the confidence to stay local and to accept my diagnosis. That particular doctor, a national expert in urologic oncology, has continued to be a support to me through telehealth appointments and some procedures.

He has told me that I have put together a good team and that they are there to help me. He is kind and responsive and his nurse gets back to me, sometimes in minutes.

Physical Therapy

Early on, I asked for a physical therapy referral. I had a terrible pain in my hip and I hoped that physical therapy would be beneficial. I went for several weeks, but nothing really helped. I finally learned that my pain was from a cancerous lymph node that had wrapped itself around a bundle of nerves. No physical therapy was going to change that. I chose to stop PT on my own. No one quizzed me about it.

Palliative Care

Next, I asked for a referral to palliative care. Our daughter-in-law has a board certification in palliative care and hospice, and she educated me that palliative care can happen at any point of need. You don’t have to be ready for hospice to tap into palliative care expertise. My experience is that the palliative care team has been the closest I have gotten to care coordination. They are available, responsive, and they communicate that they care.

Just yesterday, I had a new need for palliative care, and the nurse who responded to my portal message was someone who had helped me six months ago. “It’s so good to talk with you!“ I told her. “I know,” she replied, “but I always think that if I haven’t talked with you that means you are doing well and that is a good thing.” The simple fact that she remembered me was a comfort.

Whatever need I have had for pain management, and at times, a listening ear, palliative care has been there. I have a nurse, a nurse practitioner, and a doctor all on my team if I need them. They might be my favorites! When I need hospice, they will be my first call.

Urology

My cancer is bladder cancer so urology is another specialty important to my care. Unfortunately, my confidence in my local urology options is low. Fortunately, I have a nurse practitioner here who knows me and is responsive. The doctor in Chicago, the specialist, is a go-to for me with urology procedures as they arise.

Infusion Center

During months of attempting chemotherapy, I got to know the nurses in the infusion center. There are a lot of them, and they were all knowledgeable and kind. One day I was having a mini-meltdown (mainly prompted by the lack of communication from the oncologist) and one of the nurses knelt beside me, heard me deeply, and told me to be in charge of my care even if it meant changing doctors. I am deeply grateful to her and I’ve told her so. She boosted my confidence to be in charge of my own care.

Radiation Treatment

After chemo didn’t work, I was referred to a radiation oncologist so I could start radiation along with immunotherapy. My first appointment with him, which was mostly informational, was scheduled for an hour, as a recall. Really? That had never happened before. He was thorough and kind and smart.

At an early meeting with him, he said, “We need to do something about this kidney of yours.” From the beginning, my left kidney had been enlarged but no one had commented on it beyond my scan reports. I wondered what we might do? Well, he explained, they could put a drain in it. “So, can you make that happen?” I asked. Indeed, he could and he did.

Interventional Radiation

Within a few days, I had an appointment with Interventional Radiation and had a tube in my back that drained that kidney into a bag. A nephrostomy. Why no one else had thought it important is mystery to me (and adds to my belief that I need to be my own best advocate).

Medical Oncologist

At one point, I tried to move my care to a medical oncologist in Chicago (I’m in central Illinois, so a 2.5-3.5 hour drive, depending on which clinic) but she told me it doesn’t make sense. I can get the care I need, albeit with less personal connection, here, locally, and that is worth a lot.

She would not do anything differently than what I get here, and she is available to me anytime. She has even called me randomly to check on how I am doing and told me to consider her a team member. I’m content here near home again, after my appointment with her.

All of This Is Why Building My Own Health Care Team Is Essential

Educating myself and asking for what I need has made a huge difference in my mental health. If other needs arise, I am confident I will find a way to meet them. So, I am content and grateful to stay close to home for regular care now that I have built a team and know I can access them for what I need.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

Have you had to build a health care team on your own? Did you find helpful professionals? Did you lack communication? How did you solve any issues that arose and how did you manage to get what you need?

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Do you spend plenty on your skincare regimen, yet opt for the cheapest formulas possible when it comes to hair care? Adding first-rate options to your shower can only benefit the health of your hair both short term and long term. Trust me, it’s worth splurging a little more on shampoo for higher-quality ingredients, especially if your locks are feeling thin and brittle. 

According to reviewers, one option is worth every penny for just such concerns: Rene Furterer’s Tonucia Replumping Shampoo. A gem in a stacked line-up of luxury products from the French brand, the gentle shampoo protects against the effects of aging by restoring density, stimulating the scalp and rejuvenating thinning locks from roots to end. Per the brand, users should witness thicker, stronger hair follicles that not only feel revived, but appear more youthful-looking.

Right now, shoppers can snag a bottle for less during the brand’s Friends & Family sale. Score 20 percent off orders $85+ with the code GIVEME20 through the end of today.

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Rene Furterer’s Tonucia Replumping Shampoo

“From the moment you put it on in the shower, it feels like it’s bulking your hair up,” confirms one shopper. “It takes brittle, thinning hair and gives it body and form. After a good blow dry, my hair acts like it’s 10 yrs younger!”

This newfound body and form is the result of a handful of fast-acting ingredients: tamarind seed extract (plant-based hyaluronic acid) helps to plump each hair fiber; orange essential oil and vitamins B3, B5, B6, B8 & B7 soothe the scalp; wheat microproteins fill in gaps between hair cuticles for fuller locks; cimentrio complex combats further damage from environmental aggressors. 

“This shampoo really does thicken my normally fine hair,” shared a second. “I’m over 60 and my hair had started to thin, especially in the back. Now it feels thick and full again. I definitely recommend this for those with a similar problem.”

For the best results, Rene Furterer recommends massaging the product into the hair in circular motions from the nape of the neck to the top of the head. Leave it on for one to three minutes to allow the ingredients to work their magic before rinsing well. 

Ready to revamp your haircare regimen? Start by adding the Rene Furterer’s Tonucia Replumping Shampoo into your cart.