“Get Yourself Collagen and Biotin”: Rachel John Opens Up About Hair Loss, SA Relates
- Dutch author and humanitarian, Rachel John, went viral for sharing a raw and vulnerable glimpse into her daily life in South Africa
- The creator opened up on TikTok about her health struggles, including a back injury and a minor mental breakdown caused by hair loss
- Social media users loved the vlog and flooded the comments with support, offering advice on how to manage hair loss while expressing their fondness for the content creator
- Briefly News spoke with Cape Town salon owner and stylist Lusanda Tyawana about the viral discussion surrounding Rachel John's hair loss journey
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A popular humanitarian, rumoured to be dating Siya Kolisi, recently shared the highs and lows of her daily routine with her followers.
In a video shared on TikTok by @racheljohnie on February 2, 2026, she documented a busy day that started with work at a local café, where she used ADHD relief music to stay focused.
The woman detailed her ongoing recovery from a lower-back injury, visiting a physiotherapist to keep up with her essential exercises. After a day filled with intense food cravings, which she attributed to her menstrual cycle, she enjoyed a mix of jollof rice and homemade pizza bread.
Rachel opens up about health struggles and plans
During the vlog, TikTok user @racheljohnie mentioned a call from her coach regarding a potential fight in April, but the mood shifted when she experienced a mental breakdown. The author noticed significant hair loss while showering, causing her to worry about her health before she composed herself to collect her mother from the Durban airport.
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Watch the TikTok video below:
A stylist’s take on supplements for hair health
The Briefly News team sat down with Lusanda Tyawana to discuss why internal health is just as important as external products and what her clients should keep in mind before trying viral hair plugs.
We asked what her opinion was on the advice given to Rachel to use collagen and biotin for hair loss. She responded:
“I think it is wonderful that she is being so open because hair loss is a very sensitive topic for women. Collagen and biotin are like the building blocks of your hair. While we spend a lot of time in shampoos and oils, what we put into our bodies is often the real secret to growing strong, healthy strands from the root.”
We asked what her top piece of advice is for South Africans who want to try the hair plug to restore their own hair. Lusanda said:
“My advice is to be patient and consistent. Just like most remedies, you won't see a change in one week; you usually need to take them for a couple of months to see the real results. Also, make sure you are still using gentle, sulphate-free products on the outside so you don't break the new hair that is growing in. It’s a team effort between your diet and your stylist.”
SA shares advice for Rachel’s hair struggles
The clip gained massive traction, amassing 125K views and many comments from social media users who enjoy Rachel's honest content. Many viewers advised her on what to use to prevent more hair from falling, suggesting products such as collagen and biotin. Some followers expressed their fondness for the humanitarian, sharing that they find her videos relatable. Others admitted to facing the same hair struggles, noting that such experiences often cause a great deal of worry.
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User @Nonhlanhla Mkhize advised:
"Get yourself collagen and biotin."
User @.SHESAYSWHATSHESAYS said:
"Your hair is beautiful. "
User @Siya shared:
"Makoti wethu omtsha (our new bride)❤️."
User @Somie commented:
"Hehe, bruh, you’re like my Dutch colleagues here in Austria. This is how their weekend goes every weekend😂."
User @tasmiyahseedat said:
"I also lose an insane amount of hair! I'm so worried 😞."
User @bhekiwejabulilema
"You are such a beautiful and amazing soul. I love watching your content. You are soul-inspiring❤️🫶🏾."
User @Shanice33🇿🇦 advised:
"Get the Vitatech collagen peptide supplement. It really helps with hair loss🙂."
3 Briefly News Siya Kolisi-related articles
- Dutch author and content creator Rachel John went viral after sharing a heartwarming video of her playing with children in a local township shortly after being romantically linked to Siya Kolisi.
- The Springboks captain gained widespread praise for his grounded attitude during a humorous question posed by a Xhosa woman in a field.
- Springbok captain Siya Kolisi was caught in a spontaneous and joyful moment with a young fan that left everyone smiling and praising him for his humility.
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