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Masks for hair loss due to lupus. I have bald spots.

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Adak, AK
September 10, 2025
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Try coconut oil, rosemary oil and olive oil mixture. Wash your hair, apply the oils to your scalp then massage with fingers. Let it sit on your scalp 20 min then rinse out.

September 15, 2025
MyLupusTeam

Here are several gentle hair care approaches that can help with lupus-related hair loss and bald spots:

• Use coconut oil as a conditioning hair mask to reduce breakage
• Try baby shampoo and leave-in conditioners with sunblock
• Look for hair care brands like Biota and Pura D'or
• Avoid alcohol-based products and harsh Show Full Answer

Here are several gentle hair care approaches that can help with lupus-related hair loss and bald spots:

• Use coconut oil as a conditioning hair mask to reduce breakage
• Try baby shampoo and leave-in conditioners with sunblock
• Look for hair care brands like Biota and Pura D'or
• Avoid alcohol-based products and harsh chemicals
• Let hair dry naturally instead of using heat styling tools While managing the hair loss, there are several ways to cover bald spots:

• Consider clip-in human hair extensions (work with a hairdresser to match your color)
• Try wearing your hair in a new style to cover affected areas
• Explore wigs from brands like Raquel Welch that offer natural-looking, comfortable options
• Use scarves and hats for both coverage and sun protection

Remember to discuss any hair loss concerns with your doctor, as they may be able to adjust your treatment plan to help manage this symptom.

September 10, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

I have used rosemary and mint shampoo and conditioner before because it said it would help with my scalp problems but I ended up getting worse sores on my scalp and had to stop using it . I like the coconut oil and olive oil combo tysm for sharing ♥️

September 23, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

Ty for sharing this I have had some problems with hair loss i was really getting scared lol I was losing handfuls of hair every time I took a shower and then it just stopped and I am not sure what happened? But that’s been a couple years ago and now it’s back i have noticed i have been finding hair in my shower drain not as much as before but it’s starting up again 🥺 i use leave in conditioners regularly because I have hard water at my house and can’t afford to use a water softener i also get little sores on my scalp they feel like dry spots they are not sore unless I mess with them but both of these issues came back at the same time like a month ago 🥺

September 10, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

Thank you for the information.

October 13, 2025 (edited)

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