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As a lover of high ponytails, my heart literally sank when I looked in the mirror and saw that my hairline on the left side was noticeably thinner than the right. I should have known better that all the tension would eventually get to me. (As a chronically stressed person who strongly advocates eating McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets weekly to improve my mood, it certainly doesn’t help.) Since noticing my hair was thinning, I’ve made some lifestyle changes and switched to the right hair loss products to address the thinning areas. Of all my recent solutions, though, the skin-approved method has become my personal favorite. Behold: Rolling needles promote hair growth.
Dermatologists’ Favorite Hair Growth Roller
Beauty Ora Microneedling Facial and Full Body Roller Set
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For the uninitiated, microneedling is a form of microneedling, but for the scalp, it’s hoped to promote hair growth. Hope Mitchell, MD, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Mitchell Dermatology, explains that this handheld tool with a fine needle creates tiny micro-injuries that promote blood flow and collagen production, creating a more supportive environment for hair follicles to grow. “You can increase blood flow to the scalp and help ‘wake up’ sluggish hair follicles,” says Dr. Mitchell.
Marisa Garshick, MD, a board-certified dermatologist at MDCS Dermatology, adds that dermarollers can increase the penetration of topical treatments for hair loss, such as minoxidil or peptide-based scalp serums, allowing them to work better.
Not all dermarollers are created equal, and when it comes to treating hair loss, you want to use a dermaroller that will give you real results. Here are the best microneedle rollers for hair growth, based on the opinions of experts and yours truly.
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Best overall performance: Vegamour GRO+ Advanced Microneedle Roller
- Why we love it: This dermaroller from Vegamour is a top-notch product that’s loved by experts and editors (especially me). It’s made from 1,200 stainless steel needles that gently prick the scalp to stimulate blood flow and promote hair growth. Dr. Garshick recommends using this microneedling roller with a topical hair loss treatment, such as Rogaine’s 5% Minoxidil Foam or Neutrogena Hair Restore Advanced Growth Scalp Serum, for best results.
- Editor experience: “The universe works in mysterious ways. Just when I was noticing thinning around my hairline, I got in a meeting with the Vegamour team to learn about their microneedling roller. It intrigued me enough to give it a try, and after a few weeks of consistent use (and paired with Vegamour’s GRO Conditioner, a healthy diet, a reasonable amount of sleep, and managing stress), I immediately noticed that areas of thinning hair started to look less thinner. It’s easy to do and definitely worth the extra step in your skin/hair care routine—as long as you stick with it.” Audrey Noble, Contributor
- Needle length: 0.25mm
- Needle material: Medical grade stainless steel
