The Truth About Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Sunday, 11 December 2005
Male Pattern Baldness
On average, there are 90,000 to 150,000 hairs on the scalp. The
hairs grow from roots called follicles. Blood vessels at the
base of each follicle provide nourishment vital for hair and
hair growth. Hair growth in each root occurs in a cycle
independent of each other. At any time about 90 percent of the
hairs on the scalp are in the growth phase, while the other 10
percent are in the resting phase. The growth phase can last an
average of up to five years, after which the follicle goes into
a resting phase, which can last upto four months. At the end of
this phase, the hair falls out and is replaced by a new hair.
This is all a perfectly normal part of the growth cycle. In
fact, on a typical day, up to 150 hairs can be lost. Baldness
occurs when hair is lost at an unusually high rate and hair
replacement occurs at an unusually slow rate and/or when normal
hairs are replaced by weaker, smaller ones.
What is Male Pattern Baldness?
Almost all cases of hair loss is the result of Male pattern
baldness (or androgenetic alopecia. Male pattern baldness occurs
much more frequently in men than in women. Even in mild cases It
affects roughly 50 million men in the United States. Balding may
begin at any age after puberty. While some types of hair loss is
reversible, male pattern baldness tends to be permanent. It
occurs in a very typical pattern on the scalp.Hair loss usually
begins at the temples and at the top of the head toward the
back, causing a receding hairline and a bald spot.Sometimes
progressing further until the two sections become joined,leaving
a horseshoe pattern on the sides and back of the head. Male
pattern baldness progresses slowly and is not associated with
any physical discomfort.
What causes male pattern baldness?
Male pattern baldness is thought to be a combination of
hormonal and genetic factors. Testosterone and its more potent
derivative dihydrotestosterone (DHT) are the contributimg
factors of the degree of balddness. Whatever the exact causes of
male pattern baldness may be, it is hereditary. A tendency
toward baldness on either side of a man's family(mother or
father) indicates The speed, pattern,and degree of the balding.
Usually, the earlier it begins, the more severe the hair loss
will be. Balding is not caused by wearing a hat,you cant regrow
hair by Massaging or brushing,or excessive shampooing stimulate
hair growth. These are thought to be false. Stress may
contribute to a form of hair loss,but normal everyday stress
does not contribute to balding
What are the treatment options for male pattern
baldness?
-Herbal Shamppos
-Herbal Remedies
-Specialty Shampoos(for example Helsinki Formula)
-Wigs
-Transplants
-Medication(Propecia,Minoxidil etc)
-Home Remedies
-Others
Hair transplantation
In hair transplants, healthy live follicles are removed from a
donor site on the scalp and transplanted to the balding area.
The follicles are commonly taken in "plugs" of one hair to two
hairs (micrografts) from the sides or back of the head and moved
to the balding area, with the hairline being slowly
reconstructed. Larger plugs may be used. Donor sites with full
hair make transplants more successful. Some scarring may occur.
Transplanted follicles are usually permanent. Synthetic hair has
also been used for transplants but has been known for to have a
high rate of infection and has been been banned. As with any
surgical procedure, hair transplantation present certain
risks.If you are considering a transplant, consult your doctor.
Wigs
A hairpiece can be custom made to cover a balding area.
Hairpieces may fade and over time. It is important to clean the
scalp under the hairpiece regularly.Another option is a weave,
in which fake(synthetic) hair is sewn into existing hair.
This just a quick run down of what happens when most men reach a
certain age. Here are a couple of sites that we have found that
will educate and inform and give you everything you want to know
about Male Pattern Baldness. The reviews are very positive and
even might give you possible solutions to this problem that has
afflicted almost every man for generations.
About the author:
Submitted by Mr Andy Casasanta. Author of this article and the creator of a tremendous health and pharmacy website. Please visit www.medheadquarters.net
Facts About Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Sunday, 11 December 2005
The causes of hair loss are plenty including diseases,
nutritional deficiencies, hormone imbalances, and even stress.
But, one of the most common ones is adrogenetic alopecia.
Alopecia, is in fact, the term for hair loss. Androgenetic is a
reference to the fact that factors such as a genetic
predisposition to balding and the influence of male
hormones-androgens-play a part. There is also a third
aspect-aging. Let's look at these in brief: Genetics Genetics is
a complicated thing and not easy to understand or predict the
behavior of. The case with balding is also the same. Simply the
presence (or absence) of balding in one's parents, on either,
the mother's or father's side, is not necessarily predictive of
one's likelihood of balding. It's very hard to accurately
predict who will go bald and how rapidly. Androgenic Hormones
All normal men and women produce "male" hormones. The most
common of these are testosterone, androsteinedione, and
dihydrotestosterone (DHT). These hormones are quite important in
both sexes, but occur in different concentrations, being much
more predominant in males than in females. This, in part, is
responsible for the typical differences between the genders. It
is the exposure of the hair follicles to DHT, in a genetically
susceptible person, over a period of time, which leads to
androgenetic alopecia, or male and female pattern baldness.
Aging Age and balding are not proportional in any manner
imaginable. It is a process and this fact should not be ignored.
Like any process, it can be rapid or slow, it can begin toward
the end of life or in the late teens, and it can progress in a
predictably inexorable fashion, or it can stop and start,
seemingly stabilize, and then begin again. But what exactly does
happen? Assuming we have a genetically predisposed person, then
as the follicles are continuously exposed to DHT, an interesting
phenomenon occurs. The anagen phase, or active growth phase of
the hair becomes gradually briefer and briefer, and eventually
the hair becomes finer and shorter, and less deeply colored.
This is called "miniaturization" of hairs. This is also the
point at which hair loss tends to be noticed first. It's not
that there are fewer hairs on the head, but that their caliber
(cross-sectional area), color and length are so diminished that
they no longer provide "coverage" for the scalp beneath.
About the author:
Jane Preeter is a hair stylist who has great interest in her
profession. She has studied many hair loss treatments, different
methods of hair removal, and a wide variety of hair treatments.
All The Fuss About Hair Growth Products
Posted by Admin on Sunday, 11 December 2005
If you are losing your hair and you are afraid that you will go
bald, there are many different kinds of hair growth products on
the market. When choosing the hair growth products you need, one
thing that you should look at it is the product‚s ability to
accelerate hair growth and rejuvenate dead hair follicles. Most
men and women like to choose products made of herbs because they
don‚t like using the products that contain chemicals that could
cause harmful side effects.
You have to read the information about the hair growth products
that are available. Any product that claims to inhibit hair loss
is making invalid claims. There are no legitimate products on
the market with the ability to do this. One remarkable product
is a hair growth pill that you can get without a doctor's
prescription, but you should check with the doctor before you
take it. Even though many of these pills are herbal, there are
still side effects. Women should avoid using this hair growth
product because it does cause hair growth all over the body- not
just on the head.
If you don‚t want to visit your doctor for a prescription for a
hair loss product, you should check the pharmacy for many
generic hair growth products or check online. When you check on
line for a listing of these hair growth products you can read
about the research and clinical studies that prove they work.
You just have to remember that whether you use a shampoo, a
topical solution or a hair growth pill that what works for one
person may not work for you. Everyone is different and you
should search for the causes of the hair loss first.
Some hair growth products are topical treatments rather than a
hair growth pill. To use this type of product you have to apply
it to the scalp when you wash your hair. You apply it directly
to the scalp twice a day. Most users do this in the morning and
then before they go to bed each night. You have to be very
careful that you don‚t get it on the skin of any other part of
the body and doctors tell you to avoid this hair growth product
is you are pregnant or nursing. The active ingredient in this
product is the same one used in medications that lower high
blood pressure, so it is important to make sure your doctor
checks out your medical history before prescribing this hair
growth product.
Have you ever heard the saying 'Bald is beautiful'. If you are
experiencing hair loss why not avoid hair growth products and
let nature take its course.
Hair growth products do work, but not for everybody.
About the author:
For a website totally devoted to hair loss and hair replacement
visit Peter's Website The Hair Replacement Guide at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/ and find out about
Male Hair Loss, Female Hair Loss and more, including Hair Loss
Treatments and Hair Transplant Surgery and more at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/sitemap_1.html.
Hair Loss Remedies - How Do You Choose?
Posted by Admin on Sunday, 11 December 2005
Hair Loss Remedies are big business, especially on the internet.
However not all hair loss remedies are equal, and before you
decide that it‚s time to tackle your hair loss problem, you
might like to think a little more about whether you need to seek
out a hairloss remedy, and if so how.
The first thing you need to do before even thinking of looking
for hair loss remedies is to consult your doctor. Not all hair
loss is permanent. There are various medical conditions and
medical treatments which cause hair loss. But when the condition
or treatment is over the hair naturally grows back.
So it is essential to pinpoint the cause of your hair loss
before you start on any search for hair loss remedies. Your
doctor can advise and tell you whether you need to follow up and
consult a specialist. Your specialist can advise specifically on
what hair loss remedies are available to you.
However there is another step you need to take before you start
on any hair restoration campaign using any of the multitude of
hairloss remedies that can be found. Decide how important it is
to you to do something about it if the verdict is that you have
some form of permanent hair loss.
Hair loss is not a disease of itself. It is usually a normal
condition that for many men, and some women, is a part of life.
Just as some people get sick and others don‚t, some suffer from
hair loss and some don‚t.
And as it is not a disease of itself it does not necessarily
need to be treated. Whether you decide to look for some form of
hairloss remedy is purely a personal decision based on personal
and aesthetic considerations. Some people seem to see hair loss
as a condition that needs to be treated as cancer needs to be
treated, simply because it is there.
However that is not to say that you shouldn‚t consider some form
of hair loss treatment, just that you need to think about it and
weigh up all the factors. And there is no rush. It is very rare
for hair loss to happen fast. It is usually gradual and you have
some time to think about your options.
Spend as much time as you feel you should to educate yourself
about all the various hair loss remedies on the market. Don‚t
feel that you need to rush in and make a choice. You have time
to educate yourself so that when you finally do decide to do
something about it you know exactly what your options are.
And if you do finally decide to seek out the best hair loss
remedies then you should be well educated and able to
differentiate the snake oil from the real and very effective
hair loss remedies that are available on the market. Because
there are some very good ones out there. And some very bad ones.
Make sure you know which is which.
So, if you are suffering from hair loss and are worried about
it, take your time and take stock. Find out what the cause is.
Find out whether you need to seek professional help or not. Find
out what hair loss remedies are out there, how they work, (if
they work), what they do, what they cost, what any possible side
effects are and how likely they are to work for you.
And once you have spent some time investigating all possible
avenues, considering all the factors involved, and investigated
the particular products and options available to you, then you
can make a calculated informed decision about whether, and if so
how, to treat your hair loss.
You‚ll be glad you took the time to think about it well. Then
you should get the result you want. There‚s no rush.
About the author:
For a website totally devoted to hair loss and hair replacement
visit Peter's Website The Hair Replacement Guide at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/ and find out about
Male Hair Loss, Female Hair Loss and more, including Hair Loss
Treatments and Hair Transplant Surgery and more at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/sitemap_1.html.
Female Hair Growth Products
Posted by Admin on Sunday, 11 December 2005
Women have problems with thinning hair and baldness, just as men
do, but usually not to the same extent. It is quite common for
women to look for female hair growth products to help them
preserve the hair they have left and to try and stop the hair
loss. Most of the female hair growth products on the market are
suitable for men to use as well, but the reverse is not true.
The hair growth products advertised specifically for men are not
suitable for women because many of them cause hair to grow on
parts of the body, such as the face, chest and back, that would
cause other problems ˆ psychological as well as social.
Before purchasing female hair loss remedies, a woman that is
experiencing thinning hair or is noticing significant hair loss,
should look for the underlying cause. The female hair growth
products are often not successful in preventing further
hairloss, because there is an underlying cause that needs to be
treated first. The first visit should be to the doctor for a
check up rather than to jump in and buy a female hair growth
product. Sometimes the reason for the hair loss could be severe
stress. Research into this field proves without a doubt that
hair loss is a direct result of stress that destroys the hair
follicles. Once the stress problem is solved, normal hair growth
resumes without the need for any female hair growth products.
Everyone experiences some amount of hair loss on a daily basis.
You should not be alarmed at hair coming off when you wash your
hair or groom it. It is when you notice bald spots starting to
develop that you need to worry. The doctor will run a regimen of
tests to determine if the cause could be a deficiency in the
diet. Quite often a deficiency of zinc leads to hair loss and
simple female hair loss remedies in this case involving adding
more zinc to the diet. A lack of vitamins, such as iron and B12,
are often the culprits responsible for hairloss. Save your money
and do not run out and purchase loads of female hair growth
products until you find out for sure what is causing the hair
loss. You probably won‚t have to change your normal shampoo. The
remedy could include not curling your hair as often. This is
another leading cause of hair loss in females. Just remember a
bad hair day is better than a no hair day.
Female hair growth products aren‚t the first step, see what your
doctor says first.
About the author:
For a website totally devoted to hair loss and hair replacement
visit Peter's Website The Hair Replacement Guide at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/ and find out about
Male Hair Loss, Female Hair Loss and more, including Hair Loss
Treatments and Hair Transplant Surgery and more at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/sitemap_1.html.
Hair Loss In Women
Posted by Admin on Sunday, 11 December 2005
Hair loss is widely accepted as a man's problem and it is quite
common to see bald men. However, hair loss in women is just as
common, but it is more devastating for the individual when it
does happen. The psychological impact of hair loss in women is
much greater because many women see their hair as the main part
of their beauty and take great pride in their appearance.
However, this problem does not usually result in total hairloss
as it does in men.
Hair loss in women has various different causes. It could be
hereditary, but this is very rare. Also, the hair loss treatment
for women is different from that of men because many of these
treatments cause hair to grow on other parts of the body such as
the face, back and chest. For hairloss in women, many doctors
prescribe treatments of estrogen, but there are no proven
studies that show that a lack of estrogen does lead to hair loss
in women.
Androgenic alopecia is a condition that affects about 2% of the
population, resulting in total hair loss all over the body.
There is no cure for hairloss in women or men who have this
condition, but doctors can prescribe treatments to help lessen
the symptoms. Some of these hair loss treatments for women
include glucocorticoids, topical treatments, of which Minoxodil
is the only one recommended for women, or anthralin. Mild cases
of hair loss in women respond better to these treatments than
more severe cases.
Patterns of hairloss in women are different than in men. Rather
than experiencing total hairloss, women usually have small
patches of baldness and the hair thins only in those areas. Such
things as severe stress, an illness or even surgery can cause
sudden hair loss in women. Many women experience hair loss
following giving birth and some medicines can also bring this
on. In these cases, once the situation is resolved the hair
follicles start to grow again and the hairloss process is
reversed.
When a woman consults her doctor about a hair loss problem, the
doctor will look for the root causes. Once the cause is
identified then he/she will be able to prescribe the proper hair
loss treatment for women.
Hair loss in women is more common than you may realise, but can
often be treated.
About the author:
For a website totally devoted to hair loss and hair replacement
visit Peter's Website The Hair Replacement Guide at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/ and find out about
Male Hair Loss, Female Hair Loss and more, including Hair Loss
Treatments and Hair Transplant Surgery and more at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/sitemap_1.html.
Womens Hair Loss - What Should You Do?
Posted by Admin on Sunday, 11 December 2005
Womens hair loss is almost as common as mens, and more common
than many realise. And as her hair is a more important part of
her look, womens hair loss can cause more severe psychological
distress for women than for men.
For men, hair loss can be a normal, if unwanted, part of life.
Many men just choose to live with it. But womens hair loss can
be very distressing. Hair loss can be socially acceptable for
men, even fashionable, but for women it is not.
There can be many reasons for womens hair loss. Some of them can
be the same as for men. Certain diseases can cause hair loss, as
well as certain medications, for example. These can be similar
for men and women.
And then some womens hair loss can be caused by conditions
specific to women. Menopause for example.
And women can suffer from inherited hair loss, just as men do.
Female pattern baldness exists just as male pattern baldness
does. Womens hair loss caused by inherited factors will usually
take a slightly different form. Inherited womens hair loss tends
to manifest itself in different ways and different places than
for men.
Women usually maintain their hairline, and suffer from thinning
hair, whereas men tend to lose their hairline and often all hair
in certain places.
It is not generally understood in the community that womens hair
loss is almost as common as mens. It is often less visible, and
women can cover it up often so it is not noticed as often.
And womens hair loss can be the cause of more severe
psychological reactions in women than men and so women can often
benefit from some forms of counselling.
So if you are suffering from womens hair loss what do you do? It
is vital to understand that you can only take the appropriate
steps to attempt to control or reverse your hair loss once you
know what is causing it. Visit your doctor and if necessary your
doctor will refer you to a specialist.
Then you know why you are losing your hair. You should receive
some clear instructions from your medical professional on the
options open to you, the likelihood of success, the possible
side affects if any and the cost. Only then can you make an
informed decision on how to deal with womens hair loss as it
affects you.
Different causes of womens hair loss are treated very
differently. Many of the treatments available to women are the
same as those available to men, some are different.
So, if you are suffering from womens hair loss do something
about it now. Don‚t ignore it and worry. Visit your doctor and
find out why, whether you need to do anything about it and if so
what.
About the author:
For a website totally devoted to hair loss and hair replacement
visit Peter's Website The Hair Replacement Guide at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/ and find out about
Male Hair Loss, Female Hair Loss and more, including Hair Loss
Treatments and Hair Transplant Surgery and more at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/sitemap_1.html.
Hair Loss Prevention
Posted by Admin on Sunday, 11 December 2005
Since baldness is hereditary, many people think that there are
no methods of hair loss prevention available for them. According
to geneticists, a male whose maternal grandfather was bald will
more than likely carry the gene for hairloss as well. However,
modern day science has developed ways of reversing the hair loss
process, opening doors for many men and women to regain their
full head of hair. The first and foremost method of hair loss
prevention is to take care of your hair. The over use of hair
dyes, curling irons and hair dryers is one of the leading causes
of hair loss in both men and women.
New hair loss news will tell you that you should never color
your hair more often than 6 to 8 weeks and for hair loss
prevention, letting your hair turn naturally gray is the best
thing you can do. Many women stretch the hair by braiding very
tightly and this can lead to significant hairloss as well.
Eating the right foods is something else you can do for hair
loss prevention. Having enough calcium in your diet is very
important to strengthen the hair follicles and roots in the
scalp. Illnesses and taking antibiotics often causes hair loss,
so keeping yourself in good physical condition enables you to
counteract the effect that these have on your hair.
When you wash your hair, you should use a good shampoo and hair
conditioner. Keep the split ends trimmed and avoid using hair
dryers whenever possible. According to new hair loss news,
wearing a cap for long periods of time also leads to hair loss.
If your hair loss is caused by a condition called androgenic
alopecia, there are no hair loss prevention methods that you can
use, because there is no cure for this condition. However, there
are many new treatments that can help. New treatments such as
Proscar and Rogaine have been getting a lot of attention in the
news regarding hair loss. You have to get a prescription from
the doctor for both of these and neither one of them are
recommended for women. However, it is unlikely that either one
of these will work for total baldness. They are generally
successful in cases where some hair is left on the back and the
sides of the head.
New hair loss news about hair transplants and hairloss
prevention regale the results of this treatment with men, The
results are not as promising for women and many women who have
not been able to find a suitable hairloss prevention method turn
to wigs they can style so that they look perfectly natural. If
you are starting to lose your hair and there is no medical
reason, don‚t despair. You don‚t have to start worrying about
putting sunscreen on your head because there are solutions out
there.
Hair loss prevention is not necessarily about expense, it can
also be simple things.
About the author:
For a website totally devoted to hair loss and hair replacement
visit Peter's Website The Hair Replacement Guide at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/ and find out about
Male Hair Loss, Female Hair Loss and more, including Hair Loss
Treatments and Hair Transplant Surgery and more at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/hair-transplant-surgery
.html.
Hair Loss Shampoo
Posted by Admin on Sunday, 11 December 2005
There are many shampoos on the market that are advertised as
hair loss shampoo. If you notice that you hair is thinning, you
may wonder if this is what you should be using to help stop any
further hairloss. The advertisements that accompany most hair
loss shampoo products cite clinical experiments to prove that
they do actually work. However, as the old saying goes „the
proof of the pudding is in the eating‰, you really have to try
them yourself to see if they do work.
Some of the shampoos, advertised as hair loss shampoos and hair
growth shampoos, claim to contain active ingredients that block
DHT production. This is a hormone that the body produces that
results in follicles ceasing to produce new hair growth. Hair
rejuvenation formulae in these hair loss shampoo are expected to
stop any hair loss within a week. You can order these products
online and receive a three-month supply. Many people claim that
they do actually work, but you do have to keep using them. Once
you stop, the hairloss starts again.
One type of hair growth shampoo, claims that it will actually
help your hair start to grow back by as much as 45%. This hair
loss shampoo is rich in amino acids and botanicals, which are
important for a healthy scalp. It is good for any type of hair,
whether it is thinning or perfectly healthy. It is ideal for
helping hair that has been damaged by hair dyes and curling
irons by restoring it to its original shine.
One thing to remember about all types of hair loss shampoo and
hair growth shampoo is that taking care of your hair is as
important as taking care of your health. Often the two go hand
in hand. You should wash your hair and try to avoid chemicals
that could damage your hair and scalp. Regular massage of the
scalp will also help to keep the hair follicles and the pores of
the scalp free from clogging. Proper nutrition and getting right
amount of sleep are also factors involved in hair loss. If you
start to experience hairloss while taking medication or while
you are under severe stress, the hair loss will more than likely
reverse itself when the conditions are resolved. While most
people grumble about having a bad hair day, people with thinning
hair or bald spots wish they could say the same thing. Hair loss
shampoos may help.
Hair loss shampoo, certainly worth a try to see if it helps you.
About the author:
For a website totally devoted to hair loss and hair replacement
visit Peter's Website The Hair Replacement Guide at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/ and find out about
Male Hair Loss, Female Hair Loss and more, including Hair Loss
Treatments and Hair Transplant Surgery and more at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/sitemap_1.html.
Women's Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
The topic of hair loss is a big one that affects many people in
the population. We have all seen the commercials and late night
advertisements promising balding men a re-growth of hair. We‚ve
seen the commercials that make you think when you re-grow your
hair you will get all the beautiful women and be more
successful. But most of us know that this is just a marketing
scheme to sell product.
But what about the women that suffer from hair loss? We don‚t
see that as much on TV. But women‚s hair loss is a very common
problem although it may not be talked about as much. It is
estimated that 1 in 4 women may suffer from some type of hair
loss at some time in their lives.
While this hair loss may be a very common thing, it can still be
very traumatic to a woman who is losing her hair. So if you are
experiencing something like this, then what should you do? Well,
the first thing you should do is learn as much as you can about
women‚s hair loss and try to learn what may be causing your hair
loss.
If you can determine what may be causing your hair loss, or at
least rule out what is not causing it, then you will be closer
to finding a successful treatment. You might also want to take
some time to consider why your hair loss bothers you. Is it
severe? Or does it only seem severe to you? Do you have thinning
all over or do you have hair loss in patches? These questions
will help you determine your hair loss treatment options and
help you decide which is best for you.
When looking for an effective treatment, you need to know that
some treatments do not help you re-grow hair that has been lost.
Some treatments will help stop hair loss. There are some
remedies designed to cover up hair that is lost. There are
natural remedies if you worry about what you might be putting in
or on your body.
Essentially, there is a treatment for almost anyone. The key is
just finding the treatment that works for you. You might also
find it helpful to talk to other women who may be experiencing
hair loss or who have gotten treatment for their hair loss in
the past. This can help you feel better about your own
situation.
You do not have to go through hair loss alone. There are many
people out there going through the same thing. There are many
resources to help you and many people who understand exactly
what you are going through. If you have the internet, then there
are just more ways for you to connect with people who have
experienced what you are going through. With the internet, you
have a wealth of information literally at your fingertips and
you should take advantage of it whether it be regarding women‚s
hair loss or other issues in your life.
Causes of Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Hair loss, in both men and women, can be a difficult matter to
face. Most of the time, the individuals who are dealing with
hair loss focus solely on the prevention/treatment of hair loss
rather than the origin, which may aid in the
prevention/treatment of hair loss. Although hair loss causes
vary from person to person, there are a few main factors that
cause hair loss, such as heredity and aging.
In men, the most common causes of hair loss are heredity,
hormones and aging. These contribute to the potential for men to
lose hair. In women, some common causes of hair loss include
poor circulation, hormonal changes after menopause or having a
baby, and poor diet. A few other causes of hair loss include
high stress, diabetes, certain drugs, chemicals and hair dyes,
vitamin deficiencies and poor nutrition, and so on.
In the case of losing hair based on genes, there may not be much
that men or women can do in the way of prevention. Chances are
that if a parent or close relative, or many close relatives,
suffer from hair loss, these individuals with also have hair
loss caused by heredity. In these instances, hair loss acts like
a genetic based disease or trait that carries itself in DNA.
However, not all hair loss is heredity based. In fact, some
individuals may experience hair loss, while their parents and
close relatives have not. Usually, this means that another
factor is causing the hair loss, like high stress or poor
nutrition.
When individuals experience hair loss at early ages or in
drastic amounts, this generally indicates that these persons are
sustaining an agent that is contributing to the hair loss. As
aforementioned, along with others, causes of hair loss,
especially in premature and/or drastic cases, are heredity, high
stress and weakness from overworking, hair dyes and other
chemicals, diseases, and so on.
Depending on the reasons for hair loss, there are different
methods to attempt to treat this condition; however, it is
important to first recognize the cause of hair loss in order to
discern which type of treatment to use, if any. For example, if
the cause of hair loss is a disease, or treatment for a disease,
like in the case of using chemotherapy to treat cancer, then a
treatment may not aid in the prevention of hair loss. Yet, if
the cause of hair loss is from stress, then attempts may be made
to prevent stress and treatment products may be used to repair
already damaged hair.
Overall, hair loss, no matter what the cause, is a difficult
matter to confront. Knowing the cause of hair loss, however, may
contribute to the prevention/treatment of hair loss. Individuals
may not have control over why they are losing hair ˆ from
heredity to aging ˆ yet they may find the necessary means to
attempt to treat the damaged hair. The multiple factors
contributing to hair loss make the task of undertaking the
treatment of hair loss difficult, but not impossible. Even in
the most extreme cases, there is usually a solution for the
cause.
Author: Karen Brown
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Hair Loss in Women
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
When people think of hair loss, most often it is balding men
that come to mind. However, women lose hair as well. Although
hair loss is less known in women, there are many options for
prevention and treatment as with men. Sometimes the cause for
hair loss is heredity ˆ in both men and women ˆ and other times
the causes differ. Most often with women, hair loss occurs due
to hormonal changes. A few months after giving birth, starting
birth control pills, or ending menopause are various ways in
which hormonal levels in women change. These changes lead to
symptoms, including hair loss. Even though not all women suffer
hair loss due to hormonal fluctuations, there are enough cases
that triggered the markets to provide hair loss prevention and
treatment options for women. In fact, hair loss in women is
relatively common and more and more of these women are choosing
to take action against hair loss by purchasing products that
help prevent and/or treat hair loss.
On the market, there are products for hair loss geared toward
men and women. For example, a hair loss prevention product for
men, like an oral pill, may be offered to women in a lesser
dosage. Hair loss vitamin supplements are available and are
generally the same for men and women, considering that the
nutrients that produce hair productivity ˆ growth, repair, and
healthiness ˆ are similar in both men and women. Often times, if
the cause of hair loss for a women is a change in hormones,
altering the hormonal level may stop the hair loss. For example,
when taking birth control pills, after a few months, women may
notice hair loss. By not taking those pills, or switching to a
brand with lower amounts of hormones, the hair loss may be
prevented. This may also work for women who lose hair after
having a baby. Once the body adjusts to the hormonal changes
after a pregnancy, the hair loss may naturally stop. However,
preventing hair loss, sometimes even in these cases, may not
occur naturally. This is when hair loss prevention products help
or hormonal regulations, such as pills and vitamins.
Overall, hair loss in men seems to be socially acceptable,
whereas in women, it seems not to be as socially acceptable.
Therefore, having available hair loss prevention and treatment
products may help those women who are suffering from hair loss
gain a sense of relief. Even as hair loss in women becomes known
ˆ becomes a common thing in society as many women suffer from
hair loss ˆ it may not reach the same socially accepted standard
as male baldness and hair loss. The outcome, then, being that
many of these women with hair loss will find means to treat this
condition, rather than ignore the issue. Since the majority of
hair loss in women is reversible, finding treatment and dealing
with hair loss is generally a relatively easy task for women;
and therefore, in most cases, they do not have to face the
notion of becoming bald versus men who may not be able to
reverse hair loss.
With the multiple types of treatment and prevention of hair
loss, along with the fact that most cases of hair loss in women
are reversible, many women are able to overcome hair loss, or at
least attempt to overcome hair loss. Therefore hair loss in
women may be a temporary condition, occurring during different
phases of life ˆ from young adulthood to old age ˆ and may be
caused by different sources ˆ hormonal or heredity. Generally,
women dealing with hair loss are doing so due to hormones and
these women are able to find treatment. Those women suffering
with hair loss due to genes may have a more difficult time in
preventing hair loss. No matter the cause of the hair loss
certain actions may be taken to prevent further damage to the
hair, including using hair chemicals and tools, like hair dryers
and curling irons, in moderation. Seeing as there are multiple
factors in maintaining a healthy head of hair, women attempting
to avoid or treat hair loss would benefit to watch out for
harmful actions, like high stress and hair chemicals.
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Hair Loss Prevention
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Most of the time, hair loss occurs due to heredity. Therefore,
it may not be possible to prevent hair loss. However, there are
a few things in which individuals can do to prevent hair loss or
further hair damage, in the event that the hair is lost due to
heredity and other means.
In preventing hair loss, it is important to know what causes it.
Knowing the cause allows individuals to avoid those
circumstances, unless it is related to genes. Sometimes hair
loss occurs because of high stress or chemicals and hair dyes.
In these instances, individuals may choose not to use hair
chemicals or avoid high stress situations so that hair loss may
be prevented. Although it may be difficult to know exactly why
hair loss is happening, it is a beneficial idea to avoid certain
possible harming agents, such as stress and hair chemicals. Even
if these agents are not the direct cause, they be contributing
to the overall damage of hair and hair loss. Proper nutrition
and healthy living also aid in the prevention of hair loss.
Without certain nutrients, damaged hair does not have the
potential to repair and this leads to further hair loss.
Hair loss prevention may or may not be an option for those
losing hair. However, by taking good care of the body and hair,
hair loss, or any further hair loss, may be prevented. Overall,
hair loss prevention relates to the cause of hair loss and the
care of the body and hair.
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Women's Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
The hair care industry is a billion dollar industry. „A perm,
relaxer or color ranges in price from $65 to over $100 and most
women get their hair retouched every 2-3 months. That‚s a lot of
money spent per year!
The models that grace the pages of magazines and on television
commercials shaking their heads to show off their fabulous locks
is one of the major reasons that the industry is doing so well.
Women want to look their best and will find any means to do so.
Why wouldn‚t anyone want to look fabulous! We see our favorite
celebrities do it so why not us.
However, there is one area of the hair industry that is not
publicized as much, and that is hair loss in women, which has
become very common in many women. This can be an incredibly
devastating experience for many women. The loss of hair can lead
to feelings of embarrassment and shame. <b>A three-year study of
women suffering from loss of hair in the late 1990‚s had
identified iron deficiency as the cause of hair loss</b> in 72%
of pre-menopausal women. This loss of iron could lead to anemia.
But women should not wait for their doctor to diagnose them with
having anemia (defined as too little iron in the blood). They
should focus on maintaining a healthy diet. <b>Here are some
recommendations:</b> Try to get your recommended daily iron
intake. Some women with iron deficiency have experienced many
strands and sometimes handfuls of hair going down the drain when
washing their hair and they were not pregnant (note: pregnancy
can sometimes cause premature loss of hair). So, your best bet
is to avoid these nightmarish experiences and <b>increase your
iron intake on a daily basis.</b> Make sure your diet contains
enough meat, fish, eggs, cereals, peas and beans. Try eating
more dried fruits, legumes and dark leafy greens, which are very
high in iron content. If you are experiencing hair loss, contact
your doctor immediately. If you are taking any medications your
doctor should be able to determine if this may be the cause.
There are many factors which can cause hair loss ˆ iron
deficiency is only one of them.
About the author:
Janice Johnson is the founder of the
<a href="http://www.CurlyHairSalon.com" CurlyHairSalon.com</a>. An online multi-ethnic curly hair magazine that offers
information, tips and advice to care for curly hair.
Care Of Dry Hair
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
For many, dry hair becomes a big problem. Loss of moisture in
hair leads to this problem. The normal moisture content in hair
is approximately 10%. When it drops below this, hair becomes
rough, cracked or even it may wear off.
Some people may have naturally dry hair, while some may develop
dryness due to several reasons. Washing too frequently or
vigorously may damage hair. Even constant combing and brushing
are not good for hair. Blow dryers and other similar styling
implements, dyeing, bleaching, perming and straightening
contribute to dryness in hair. Regular swimming in saltwater can
also cause dryness in hair.
The key to bring back life to dry hair is to increase the hair‚s
ability of attract and retain moisture. You can do it by using
moisturizers. Good quality moisturizers contain "humectants"
that effectively replaces lost moisture. It also attracts
moisture and retains it in the cortex of the hair. Essential
fatty acids (EFAs) work great as moisturizers. An easily
available and cost-effective option is safflower oil, which is
rich in EFAs. You do not need to apply a lot of safflower oil in
your hair. Just place 1 or 2 drops of it in your palms and rub
them together. It is enough if it makes your hands "shine" in
the light. Then "scrunch" the small amount of oil to the ends of
the hair first and work toward the scalp.
It is better to avoid washing hair regularly unless the scalp is
oily. While washing, use a conditioner containing proteins and
humectants, including glycerin, quaternium-22 and panthenol.
Apply conditioner to the ends only if your scalp is oily. Do not
rub your hair vigorously, while drying it. Just squeeze out
excess water gently with a towel. Comb it gently, as hair
remains weakest when it is wet.
Health of your hair also depends on your food habits. It is good
for hair if you take vitamins and drink a lot of water. Oily
vitamins such as vitamin E, omegas and primrose oil help develop
moisture in hair. The B vitamins are water-soluble and they can
help you maintain health of your hair. Avoid stress, as it can
make your hair dry and even cause falling.
You can take care of your dry hair by using certain products.
However, they cannot permanently repair damaged hair. The only
way is to wait for new hair to grow out and take proper care of
them.
About the author:
My name is Marquetta Breslin and I own the #1 hair braiding
resource online, www.braidsbybreslin.com. I sell the world‚s
most informative instructional hair braiding and weave DVD's. I
also offer professional website templates to up and coming
braiders that are ready to get their business on the internet.
1-on-1 braiding and weaving training is also available.
Treatment of Excessive Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Sudden hair loss often disturbs the sleep of many and brings
with it great anxiety triggered by undesired baldness. Women
find it even harder to bear. While the problem of hair loss is
not common in women, they may suffer from this problem because
of hormonal changes. Menopausal women are more prone to losing
hair at an unnatural rate than the others are. However, hair
loss among women who are in mid-twenties and thirties has also
raised alarm. The first thing you should do is to visit a
dermatologist to undergo scalp check-up.
Problems may arise out of imbalance in secretion of hormones
like thyroid, testosterone and progesterone. Female hair loss
may also result from poor nutrition, anemia and serious illness.
In some women, the problem of hair loss is noticed a few months
after they have had the baby. Medicines like blood thinners,
blood control pills, antidepressants and the ones used in
chemotherapy often contribute to hair loss.
You would have surely come across the term „common baldness‰. It
is a typical condition related to male-pattern baldness. This
type of baldness generally occurs because of hereditary trait.
The hairline recedes with baldness occurring on the top of the
head. Female-pattern baldness is characterized by thinning of
hair over the whole scalp.
Before devising a treatment for your hair loss, you will have to
know the underlining cause behind it. If the problem has
triggered because of hormonal imbalance or medicinal effect it
can be corrected. You can slow down development of baldness by
applying minoxidil (brand name: Rogaine) on your scalp. While
minoxidil is available even without prescription, you can get
finasteride (brand name: Propecia) under prescription. If you do
not find adequate treatment of hair loss for you, you can also
think of hairpieces, wigs and hair weaves as substitutes.
About the author:
My name is Marquetta Breslin and I own the #1 hair braiding
resource online, www.braidsbybreslin.com. I sell the world‚s
most informative instructional hair braiding and weave DVD's. I
also offer professional website templates to up and coming
braiders that are ready to get their business on the internet.
1-on-1 braiding and weaving training is also available.
Are You Losing Your Hair
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
While you may think baldness to be a problem associated with
men, it is not so altogether. It is surprising to note that half
of the women folk above 40 years old undergo excessive hair
loss. Women over 65 years are at an even greater risk of losing
their hair at an alarming rate. To find the strands of hair in
the sink just after combing is a quite natural. Hair loss is not
a gender specific problem. However, its cause may differ in
males and females.
Even though hair loss is a common problem, its underlying reason
may vary. Androgenetic alopecia has been diagnosed as the most
common type of hair loss. This is also called pattern-baldness.
A hereditary problem, which is also influenced by factors like
the age at which hair loss takes place, its extent and its
speed. It can affect both men and women.
Washing your hair regularly does not aggravate the problem.
Thus, to think so is a common myth associated with alopecia. If
you tease or brush your hair, you are running the risk of losing
it at a faster pace. For fuller look, a layered styling of hair
is the apt choice. You should avoid weaving but can very well go
for perm or color.
Apart from androgenetic alopecia, you may even experience
temporary hair loss out of some other reasons. Pregnancy is one
such cause. The hormonal imbalance during pregnancy may
adversely affect your hair. Another factor that also worsens the
problem of hair loss among women is the use of birth control
pills. Thus, for the sake of healthy, lustrous hair, you have to
be a little cautious and you should opt for a proper remedy, the
first time it comes under your notice.
About the author:
My name is Marquetta Breslin and I own the #1 hair braiding
resource online, www.braidsbybreslin.com. I sell the world‚s
most informative instructional hair braiding and weave DVD's. I
also offer professional website templates to up and coming
braiders that are ready to get their business on the internet.
1-on-1 braiding and weaving training is also available.
Effects of Stress on Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Physical well-being ensures a healthy scalp and normal, radiant
hair. Physical and emotional stresses affect your hair and may
even make it lifeless and dull. Your hair serves as a good
indicator to show if you have a balanced body. Your hair may
become waxy if the sebaceous gland becomes hyperactive. Factors
like strong medication, illness, nutritional imbalances reflect
quite early in your hair condition. Chemically treated hairs are
more prone to adverse effects of cold tablets and
over-the-counter allergy pills.
To keep your hair in good condition you have to keep stress
under check. You have to identify the underlying cause of stress
then only you can remove it. Do you know that stress in itself
can be habit-forming? Thus, it may be triggered without your
consciously thinking over it. Some of the common methods to deal
with stress are -
?Dissociate yourself with the problem. Over involvement in a
problematic situation does not yield any concrete result and
causes you to suffer from excessive stress thereby affecting the
condition of your hair. ?Physical activities as light exercises
counteract stress and help you to keep away from it. ?When you
relax letting your nerves ease, you can ward off the ill effects
of stress. Sometimes, inadequate sleep stresses you
unnecessarily. Thus, go for a sound sleep to keep off stress.
?Diet plays a major role in combating stress. A balanced diet
containing essential nutrients, carbohydrates, fats and proteins
is good to fight the onslaughts of stress. Besides, excessive
intake of caffeine rich beverages often aggravates the problem
of stress so it is better to take it within normal limits. ?Food
rich in oil content also add up to your stress woes.
Thus, maintaining stress is vital in preventing abnormal hair
loss and the various prevention measures may help you to ward it
in a better way.
About the author:
My name is Marquetta Breslin and I own the #1 hair braiding
resource online, www.braidsbybreslin.com. I sell the world‚s
most informative instructional hair braiding and weave DVD's. I
also offer professional website templates to up and coming
braiders that are ready to get their business on the internet.
1-on-1 braiding and weaving training is also available.
The Truth About Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
It is normal to shed hair every day and the truth is we loose
between 100-125 hairs on any given day. Hair that is shed falls
out at the end of growth cycle. At any given time 10% of our
hair is in what is called a „resting phase‰ and after 2-3 months
resting, hair falls out and new hair grows in its place. Some
people, however, experience more hair loss than is normal.
As we get older, both men and women experience some hair loss.
It‚s a normal part of the aging process. Called Androgenetic
Alopecia, it accounts for 95% of all hair loss. Androgentic
Alopecia often runs in families and affects some people more
than others. In men it is often referred to as Male Pattern
Baldness. It is characterized by a receding hair line and
baldness on the top of head. Women, on the other hand, don‚t go
entirely bald even if their hair loss is severe. Instead, hair
loss is spread out evenly over their entire scalp.
Hormones play the dominant role when talking about Androgenetic
Alopecia. Simple put, both men and women produce testosterone.
Testosterone can be converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) with
the aid of the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase. DHT shrinks hair
follicles causing the membranes in the scalp to thicken, become
inelastic and restrict blood flow. This causes the hair
follicles to atrophy. As a result, when a hair does fall out, it
is not replaced.
Needless to say, men produce more testosterone than women and
experience more hair loss.
While Androgenetic Alopecia is the number one reason why
individuals experience hair loss, it is not the only one.
Medical conditions such as hypothyroidism, ringworm and fungal
infections can cause hair loss. Certain medications such as
blood thinners, gout medication, birth control pills and too
much vitamin A can cause sudden or abnormal hair loss as can
following a crash diet, sudden hormonal changes, chemotherapy
and radiation.
Emotional stress, pregnancy, or surgery can also cause our hair
to fall out and is usually not noticed until 3-4 months after
the stressful event has taken place. Stress can cause a slowing
of new hair growth because a larger number of hair follicles
enter into the resting phase and no new hair growth is
experienced.
Another way in which individuals experience hair loss is due to
mechanical stressors on the hair and scalp. Wearing pigtails,
cornrows or tight rollers that end up pull on the hair can scar
the scalp and cause permanent hair loss. Hair products such as
hot oil treatments and chemicals used for permanents can cause
inflammation to the hair follicles which can also result in
scarring and hair loss.
Note: Hair loss may be the early warning sign of a more serious
disorder such as lupus or diabetes, so it is important to talk
to your doctor.
Recommendations For Wellness
If you are taking prescription medications, talk to your doctor
and find out if your medication is contributing to your hair
loss.
Avoid mega-doses of vitamin A. Too much vitamin A can cause your
hair to fall out.
Exercise, do yoga, meditate or find some other practice that
will help to reduce your anxiety and stress levels.
If you are a women, have your female hormones tested. If they
are imbalanced, talk to your health care provider about
bio-identical hormone replacements.
If you wear pigtails, cornrows, use a curling iron, hair dryer
or hot rollers, try changing your hair style to one that puts
less pressure and stress on your hair and scalp.
If hot oil treatments or chemicals such as those used in
permanents are causing inflammation to the scalp, discontinue
their use, or reduce the number of times you are using them.
Use gentle shampoos and conditioners to avoid any unnecessary
damage to your hair.
In men, herbs such as saw palmetto and licorice root help block
the formation of DHT. The same holds true for supplementation
with zinc. As an added benefit, studies show that these
supplements can also help prevent prostate enlargement.
Massage your scalp with rosemary oil in an olive oil base. Both
rosemary oil and massaging the scalp can stimulate the
circulation in the scalp and promote hair growth.
Again, if you are experiencing hair loss, check with your doctor
to ensure that a more serious disorder isn't the cause.
About the author:
Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Rita Louise, Ph.D. is the author of
the books 'Avoiding the Cosmic 2x4' and 'The Power Within'. It
is it is her unique gift as a medical intuitive and clairvoyant
that illuminates and enlivens her work. Medical Intuition &
Energy Medicine Certification training classes are now forming.
Visit http://www.soulhealer.com or call (972) 475-3393 for more
information.
Female Hairloss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Research shows that up to two thirds of women experience hair
loss at some stage in their life and this can often be a very
stressful time for women and is an integral part of their self
image.
The most common causes of hair loss in women is not related to
inherited genes but usually associated with other factors such
as pregnancy, stress, chemotherapy, certain diets, thyroid
hormone deficiency, some drugs or infections. Unlike men the
hair loss in this case is usually temporary and healthy
re-growth can occur over time.
Unlike men, women rarely go bald but may experience significant
thinning and reduction of the hair shaft diameter around the
forehead and crown of the scalp as they age.
If you are one of the millions of women who suffer from hair
loss the most important factor is to understand why you are
losing your hair before you seek out a remedy or solution.
Causes of hair loss:
1. Genetics: The most common cause of hair loss is rooted in
your genes also known as androgenetic alopecia, hereditary hair
loss can begin any time after puberty, but usually sets in
before the age of forty and may accelerate around the time you
reach menopause.
2. Pregnancy: A large amount of oestrogen is produced during
pregnancy causing the hair follicles to go into their growth
phase. Once the birth is over the hormonal balance is restored
and the opposite happens with the hair follicles going into a
hair loss phase.
3. Alopecia areata: The reasons for this are relatively unknown
but research has shown that the cause is thought to be an auto
immune disorder where the body mistakenly attacks the hair
follicles. What follows is an inflammation of the follicles and
surrounding hair structures. This causes the hair follicles to
retreat into the deeper layers of skin shutting off an important
nutrient supply, the follicles starve and the hair starts
shedding followed by a dormant period. 4. Stress: Another common
reason for hair loss in women is stress as known as Telogen
Effluvium. What happens is that the growing healthy hairs enter
the resting (telogen) phase of hair growth. The hairs matrix
appears to stop dividing causing the hair to begin falling out.
Women in their 40‚s to 60‚s will be affected by this kind of
hair loss. 5. Drugs or Supplements: The most common drug
treatment that causes hair loss is Chemotherapy. This kind of
medication attacks the hair cells of the matrix causing 90% hair
loss from the scalp. Prescription drugs are also known to thin
hair out. These can be Blood thinners, high blood pressure and
cholesterol drugs. Some dieting supplements can also be causes
of hair loss. 6. Hair pulling: Also known as trichotillomania.
Unlike other types or hair loss this is not a medical but more a
psychological disorder. There are literally millions of people
around the worlds that suffer from this condition. These are
mostly adult women that suffer from low self esteem, anxiety,
depression or are dissatisfied with their bodies. This condition
can be treated with counselling.
About the author:
Grant Marwick is a freelance writer and owner of
www.no-gray-hair.com that provides solutions and advice on the treatment of gray hair and
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What causes Gray Hair
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
At some stage in our lives, both men and women will experience
the on set of Gray Hair. Contrary to popular belief Gray hair is
not always related to ones age. Gray hair can occur as young as
in our teens and range into our late 50‚s and even older.
Everybody is different but the pigment of our hair is generated
in the same way. The cells in our hair follicles called
„Melanocytes‰ generate pigments the main one being Melanin. This
gives our hair its „Color‰. When these Melanocytes stop
producing the pigment the result is a transparent hair. The
transparent hair against your healthier darker hair gives the
appearance of Gray hair. In reality the hair is not Gray but
transparent.
The main reason for our hair behaving this way is heredity. If
your mom or dad started going Gray at a young age then the
chances are you may also suffer from premature Gray hair. This
is not always the case. Age does play a large part in the
graying process. The pigment in the hair shaft is generated from
cells at the base of the root of the hair and as we get older
these cells start producing less pigment until there is no
pigment at all in the hair and we end up with the transparent
hair.
Gray hair can also be the result of a medical condition. If you
are deficient in B12 or suffer from a thyroid imbalance it can
also cause your hair to go Gray.
The sudden appearance of Gray hair is not due to psychological
shock or trauma. Studies have shown that if this does happen
then it‚s typically due to Alopecia areata. What happens here is
that the thicker, darker hairs stop growing before it effects
the growth of Gray hairs, giving the impression of Gray hair
overnight. Alopecia areata eventually causes round shaped
patches of hair loss or complete hair loss.
About the author:
Grant Marwick is a freelance writer and owner of
www.no-gray-hair.com that provides solutions and advice on the treatment of gray hair and suggestions for a
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Know About Hair
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
In order to treat hair loss successfully, it is necessary to
know about hair. This article discusses general facts about
human hair, hair structure and growth.
The average human adult body has an astounding 5 million hairs
of which 100,000 to 150,000 are on the scalp. True blondes have
more hair on the scalp - 140,000 hairs than brunettes (105,000
hairs) or redheads (90,000 hairs). Hair is made up of a protein
called Keratin. Keratin is also a constituent of our nails.
* Hair around the world
Hair color and texture differ around the world. Asians have
jet-black hair whereas Scandinavians have varying shades of
browns and reds to the pale blonde. There are generally three
racial groups with three types of hair.
1.Oriental - People from Japan and China have straight and black
hair.
2.Caucasoid - This group is varied and a mixture of several
racial groups. The hair colors range from black to blonde. The
hair can be wavy or straight.
3.African - African people have black hair that is tightly
curled. It is woolly and dry. Heat or chemicals can easily
damage this type of hair.
* Hair structure
Some part of hair is hidden under the skin, while the rest is
seen outside the body. The part of hair hidden under the skin is
the hair follicle. There are tiny blood vessels at the base of
the follicle that provides nutrition to the hair.
Sebaceous glands secrete sebum that keeps the hair shiny and
waterproof to some extent. At the root of the hair follicle is
the papilla, which is where the hair grows. Hair follicles are
formed when the baby is still in the womb.
After birth, there is no new growth of hair follicles. The hair
strand itself consists of three layers. The outermost layer
called the cuticle is thin. The middle layer called the cortex
is thick. The cortex provides the hair its strength, color and
determines whether hair will be wavy or straight.
* Hair Growth
The hair grows at the rate of 12 millimeters every month. Hair
grows the best between 10 AM to 11 AM and again between 4 PM to
6 PM. It is also generally known that hair grows faster in
summer than winter. Hair grows the best between the ages of 15
to 30 and slows down from the age of 40 onwards. Both genders
start natural hair loss in 50s.
Hair rejuvenation takes place on a daily basis. Hair grows and
sheds. You normally shed 50 to 100 hairs per day. Any loss above
that or visible patches of baldness are a cause for worry and
can be classified as hair loss.
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ideas for effective hair loss treatment. For lots of valuable
information and articles, click
http://www.hair-loss-treatment-101.com/
About the author:
Rachel Stepsen suffered hair loss from her mid-20's. In an
effort to find treatment, Rachel learned all there is to know
about hair. She's written a series of articles to help others
learn about hair, and how they can most effectively reduce their
own hair loss with the right treatment.
Prevent Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Hair loss is universal problem and millions of people worldwide
are suffering from some degree of hair loss. There are several
cures for hair loss.
However, they do not work on all. Some types of hair loss or
baldness do not respond to the treatments. Nevertheless, hair
loss is preventable and good care and regular maintenance of
hair can go a long way in preventing hair loss. Here are some
tips to take care of your mane -
#1 Keep it Clean
Dirt and excess oil in the scalp can clog the pores, making it
difficult for the hair root to receive nutrition and grow. This
is a major reason for hair loss. Frequently shampoo your hair
and use clean combs. Trimming of split ends is essential to
prevent major hair damage.
#2 Take Care Of Diet
Ultimately, the hair, like any other body part, requires
nutrition to stay healthy and grow. Malnutrition and imbalanced
diet can be a major reason for hair loss. Include vitamins and
minerals like calcium, magnesium, chromium, iodine, potassium,
zinc and Vitamin A in your diet.
There is no need to take mega doses because they can at times be
counterproductive. Evidence suggests that excess of Vitamins A
and E can actually contribute to hair loss.
#3 Do Not Overdo It
Excessive exposure to heat and chemicals such as hair colors,
styling products, hot iron and blow dryers can cause damage to
hair and result in severe hair loss. You should use these
products sparingly.
Instead of blow dryers, make time to allow your hair to dry
naturally. Get your hair styled in a manner that does not
require any of the above-mentioned procedures. #4 Give Yourself
A Head Massage
A gentle head massage with a hair oil helps to improve blood
circulation to the hair roots and prevent hair loss.
Aromatherapy recommends creating hair oil using equivalent parts
of thyme, rosemary, lavender and cedar wood.
#5 Avoid Stress
Stress is damaging for the hair. Get adequate sleep and follow
stress reduction techniques to prevent hair loss.
#6 Be Careful Of Medication
Certain medications such as anti-depressants, some drugs taken
for epilepsy, cancer have hair loss as a side effect. Consult
with your doctor before taking medication to prevent hair loss.
#7 Hormone Tests
Thyroid disorders can cause hair loss. Get hormone tests for
thyroid on a regular basis.
It is rightly said that prevention is better than cure. By
adopting the above-mentioned methods, you can prevent hair loss
and maintain good health of your hair.
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out what causes hair loss, and discover latest techniques and
ideas for effective hair loss treatment. For lots of valuable
information and articles, click
http://www.hair-loss-treatment-101.com/
About the author:
Rachel Stepsen suffered hair loss from her mid-20's. In an
effort to find treatment, Rachel learned all there is to know
about hair. She's written a series of articles to help others
learn about hair, and how they can most effectively reduce their
own hair loss with the right treatment.
Remedies for Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Millions of the people worldwide suffer from hair loss and this
is the reason why hair loss remedies are a billion dollar
industry.
The answer to the million-dollar question of how to get hair
back is to know how you lost it in the first place. You can
determine the correct remedy for hair loss only after you know
the exact cause of hair loss.
#1 Get Your Hormones Checked
Specific problems with the hormones such as thyroid and
pituitary is a cause of hair loss. Consult your doctor to
conduct relevant tests and rule out this possibility. If a
hormonal imbalance were the reason for hair loss, the doctor
would recommend a course of appropriate drugs to solve the
problem.
#2 Anti - Androgenic Therapy
Excessive amount of DHT (which is a component of the male
hormone) causes hair loss and baldness. If DHT were the problem
and causing hair loss, the doctor would put you on drugs that
form a part of antiandrogen therapy. In women, the treatment is
called CPA (cyproterone acetate) with ethinyl-estradiol. The
therapy typically lasts for a period of one year.
#3 Some Wonder Drugs - Over the years, researchers have invented
certain drugs that work very successfully for hair loss. This
includes minoxidil (more popularly known as Rogaine) and
finasteride. However, finasteride is not for good for hair loss
among women.
#4 Keep the Scalp Clean
Clean the scalp of dirt, dandruff and excess oil can help
prevent hair loss.
#5 Hair Transplant
Hair transplant is surgical method to treat hair loss. It
involves operations that extract parts of the scalp from the
sides and back of the head where the hair grows well. It is then
implanted on those regions of the head that are going bald.
Hair re-growth is possible because the hair follicles in the
side and the back of the head are immune to the hair loss
problems. However, It is an expensive procedure. It costs
approximately $15,000 and takes 1-2 years to complete.
#6 Hair Weaving
Hair weaving is not a surgical method for hair loss. This
cosmetic procedure attaches extensions of natural or synthetic
hair.
#7 Tissue Expansion
In this procedure, silicone bags are inserted beneath hair-
bearing skin to expand the tissues. This is then transferred to
the areas with a hair loss or baldness.
#8 Other Solutions
Some other solutions camouflage the hair loss or baldness
problem. These include using wigs or toupees and getting a smart
haircut to hide thinning hair or bald patches. For this process,
you need the services of a skilled barber.
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Find out what causes hair loss, and discover latest techniques and
ideas for effective hair loss treatment. For lots of valuable
information and articles, click
http://www.hair-loss-treatment-101.com/male-hair-loss.html
About the author:
Rachel Stepsen suffered hair loss from her mid-20's. In an
effort to find treatment, Rachel learned all there is to know
about hair. She's written a series of articles to help others
learn about hair, and how they can most effectively reduce their
own hair loss with the right treatment.
Hair Loss?
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
You do not usually end life with the same bunch of hair that you
grew up with when you were born. Unlike the eyes or nose, your
hair keeps regenerating, shedding and growing.
As you turn older, you start experiencing hair loss. This
natural process of ageing starts when you turn 50. However, for
some people the process starts much earlier. This article
examines the various causes of hair loss in men and women.
#1 Stress and Lifestyle
The fast and hurried lifestyles of today make many compromises
on your diet. Emotional upheavals can cause health complications
that have an adverse impact on the quality of your hair. Lack of
cleanliness of the scalp and excessive dandruff problems can
also cause hair loss.
#2 Hormonal imbalances
Hair growth and health depends on hormones such as thyroid and
pituitary glands. Any disorders in these glands can cause hair
loss. The excessive presence of a component of the male hormone
- DHT can also cause hair loss. This is a genetic
predisposition.
#3 Genetic factors
Inherited causes of hair loss effect the unlucky that have a
family history of premature balding. In men, it is called Male
Pattern Baldness, in which the hair starts receding first at the
temples in a classic 'M' shape. In women, it is called Female
Pattern Baldness. This is less common. It starts at age 30 and
is characterized by overall thinning of hair.
#4 Side effects
Certain drugs taken for other purposes can cause hair loss as a
side effect. The following is a possible list of medicines and
drugs that could cause hair loss.
Cholesterol-lowering drugs Ulcer drugs Anticoagulants Agents
for gout Drugs derived from Vitamin A Anticonvulsants taken for
epilepsy Antidepressants Blood thinners Anabolic steroids
Chemotherapy Drugs
However, not all prescription drugs under these categories have
hair loss as a side effect. This has to be checked with the
doctor.
#5 Other factors
Research is being continuously conducted on the causes and
solutions for hair loss. Recently, Japanese scientists concluded
from studies that excessive sebum could clog the hair roots and
cause hair loss. An excessive intake of some nutrients such as
Vitamins A and E can actually promote hair loss.
There is no dearth of solutions, prescriptions and treatments
available for hair loss. Every once in a while, a new 'wonder'
drug such as Rogaine will enter the market. Not every solution
will cure hair loss. The correct diagnosis has to be made before
deciding on a course of action for hair loss.
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out what causes hair loss, and discover latest techniques and
ideas for effective hair loss treatment. For lots of valuable
information and articles, click
http://www.hair-loss-treatment-101.com/
About the author:
Rachel Stepsen suffered hair loss from her mid-20's. In an
effort to find treatment, Rachel learned all there is to know
about hair. She's written a series of articles to help others
learn about hair, and how they can most effectively reduce their
own hair loss with the right treatment.
Natural Hair Loss Remedies
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
There is again no sure-fire way to prevent all hair loss;
however, there are some methods that have been used that work on
some people.
Massage and aromatherapy have been used with some success. In
minor cases of temporary hair loss, hair growth can be
stimulated by massage, since blood and oxygen flow to the scalp
must be healthy in order for hair to grow.
A blend of six drops each of lavender and bay essential oils in
a base of fourounces of either almond, soybean or sesame oil
massaged into the scalp and allowed to sit for 20 minutes has
been used by aroma therapists to stimulate the scalp.
Once the mixture is in the scalp for 20 minutes, wash your hair
and scalp with your normal shampoo mixed with three drops of bay
essential oil. Massaging the scalp in general for a couple of
minutes a day can stimulate blood flow to the hair follicles and
in mild cases stimulate some hair growth.
Studies have shown Saw Palmetto extract is an effective
anti-androgen and therefore there is promise for its
effectiveness as an effective treatment for hair loss
prevention. Women who take Saw Palmetto should cease doing so
when taking oral contraceptives or hormone therapy.
Nettles are rich in vitamins A and C, several key minerals and
lipids that can be beneficial to the hair. Nettle Root Extract
has been used successfully in Europe as an inhibitor of 5-alpha
reductase in treating BPH. As mentioned earlier, 5-alpha
reductase is a key component in turning testosterone into DHT,
the substance that causes the atrophy of hair follicles.
Therefore there is great promise in its use as a component in
natural hair loss treatments. Nettle Root Extract is available
at health food stores over the counter, and has few side effects.
Rosemary and sage are two herbs that have shown benefit
traditionally when used externally. It is suggested that to
promote a clean scalp, stimulation of the hair root, and
thickening hair one should boil together in water rosemary,
sage, peach leaf, nettle and burdock. Then strain the loose
herbs from the liquid and use the liquid to wash the hair daily.
Aloe Vera has been used by Native Americans, Indians and many in
the Caribbean to promote healthy hair and prevent hair loss.
Aloe‚s positive effects on the skin are well known, and likewise
it can help the scalp by healing it and balancing the pH level
of the scalp while cleansing the pores. A common preparation of
Aloe Vera gel with a small amount of wheat germ oil and coconut
milk is used as a shampoo and has traditionally shown great
benefit.
Of course, if you do not want to go through the trouble of
concocting your own formulas, similar products, or products
containing these ingredients, may be found in the health food
store if one does some searching.
About the author:
Ken Shorey is owner of http://vibranthealthnow.com
VibrantHealthnow.com provides ebooks and information to help you
improve your health.
Gray Hair Remedy
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Many of us will experience the onset of Gray Hair as we get
older. It will happen at different times and can start as early
as in our 20‚s.
None of us want to go Gray but we have to accept some of us will
at some stage be affected by it. Your hair will go Gray for
several reasons:
?Heredity: If there is a history of family members going Gray
then you may find you will follow and go Gray as well. ?Smoking
can cause your hair to go Gray. ?Lack of B12 and Omega 3‚s in
your diet.
So how do we go about finding a remedy to combat the onset of
Gray Hair? There are a few options open to us. The first is
diet. A lot of what we eat contributes to how our bodies produce
healthy producing cells in our hair. As Gray Hair is usually dry
and brittle it may be that you are not eating properly. As
mentioned before the lack of B12 and Omega 3‚s are major
contributors to your hair going Gray.
Even if we are on a good diet it does not necessarily mean you
will be immune to Gray Hair. As mentioned if it is heredity then
your best bet is to use a very good shampoo that will treat the
hair and keep it in good condition. Some Shampoos are designed
specifically for the treatment of Gray Hair and contain things
like Omega 3‚s such as Emu oil. These oils actually treat the
hair follicle and rejuvenate the pigment generating cells called
Melanocytes. After repeated use you may find that your hair will
revert back to its original color. If you are happy to stay Gray
then make sure you treat your hair as no one said that Gray Hair
can‚t look good.
You can always dye your hair. This is the most common. You can
use dyes that will gradually change you hair color over time or
you can go for an immediate effect. This usually works better
for women. As they do look great with different hair colors.
If you do want to prevent or reverse your Gray Hair then you can
take a tablet called Melancor. This is a new product on the
market and works in two ways. Firstly when you get Gray Hair you
have a genetically based tendency to produce less melanin as
body pigments. Melancor triggers Melanocytes which helps
overcome this tendency by increasing you body‚s ability to
produce melanin pigments.
Secondly Melancor exerts a profound „Mleanocytes‰ action whereby
it mobilizes stored melanin, moving it out of the hair cell and
thereby increasing the number and size of the hair strands and
pigments in your natural hair color.
Melancor also stops male pattern baldness by blocking increased
levels of DHT. This is the hormone that is responsible for male
development in the early stages, and is a major contributor in
hair loss as men get older. DHT shrinks the hair follicle until
it no longer produces visible hair.
Do your research, find out why you may have Gray Hair and find
the best solution to remedy it.
About the author:
Grant Marwick is a freelance writer and owner of
www.no-gray-hair.com that provides solutions and advice on the treatment of gray hair and suggestions for a
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Natural Hair Loss Remedy in Apples
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
The news spread like lightning across the Internet...
In Japanese clinical trials, a safe, natural polyphenol compound
from apples was proven to promote new hair growth in men with
male pattern baldness.
In the first double-blind clinical study, 29 balding men were
treated with the apple procyanidin solution. After 6 months,
researchers reported that both vellus and terminal hair growth
were "significantly greater" than placebo control group subjects.
(Vellus hairs are short hairs, only a centimeter or two long.
The follicles that produce them never produce any other kind of
hairs. Terminal hairs are the long hairs that grow on the head.)
Increased Number of Terminal Hairs
The next study involved 21 men in various stages of hereditary
hair loss. After 12 months of topical treatment, researchers
reported that "71% of subjects showed an increased number of
hairs." They also noted "a clear trend towards increased number
of non-vellus hairs."
A "Potential Cure" for Male Pattern Baldness
After 12 months of study, the scientists concluded that
"procyanidin therapy shows promise as a potential cure for male
pattern baldness."
In a third study of 29 balding men, this time for 4 months,
78.9% showed an increased mean value of hair diameter. Increased
ratio of thicker hairs was "significantly higher" than placebo
controls and the increase in the number of total hairs was
"significantly greater."
200% Better Than Minoxidil
Seven different published studies now confirm the profound
hair-growth promoting effects of apple procyanidins. In tests on
human hair cells, apple chemicals proved twice as effective as
minoxidil to promote hair growth. The apple extracts were also
clearly superior to less potent grape and grape seed extracts.
Procyanidins Activate Hair Follicle Growth
The richest known source of procyanidin B-2 is the skins of
immature (baby) green apples. Polyphenols from apples have an
astonishing range of health effects, and may be nature's perfect
antioxidant. Many people taking apple procyanidins in pill form
notice faster hair growth, stronger fingernails, and softer,
smoother skin.
In every study, apple procyanidins have proven completely safe
for humans and animals. There is no toxicity, no irritation, and
no side effects. This natural hair loss remedy may be nature's
best option for millions of people who suffer from thinning
hair, falling hair, and male pattern baldness.
About the author:
David L. Kern is a researcher and publisher of New Health &
Longevity, a newsletter devoted to the latest advances in
medical nutritional science. Get the full story on this new
natural hair loss remedy now at
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Hair Care
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Love your hair like you going to lose it. Hair is delicate,
growing stuff which need to be handled with care. A lot of care
will make your hair healthy, shiny and also beautiful. Beautiful
hair is an asset for any woman. Some are gifted with naturally
beautiful hair while others have to really work hard on it. But
essentially everybody has to work on hair either for improving
or for maintaining them.
Hair has been called as „crowning glory.‰ That‚s because hair is
covering our head like a crown which can influence our
appearance. Sure, your appearance will be good if you can make
your „crowning glory‰ looks good, shinny and healthy. That‚s why
you need to do your hair care diligently. Don‚t wait until you
have damage hair to make your move.
Tips for Your Hair Care
To help you taking care of your hair, here are a few hair care
tips which might help you:
- Understand your hair type. Being understand your type of hair,
such as, oily, dry, natural, curly, straight, kinky or what
ever, you can correctly treat your hair with product that is
useful to your type of hair..
- Pick shampoo that give benefit to your type of hair. Apply
shampoo from root to tip - gently work down the hair. Don‚t pile
up hair while lathering! Rinse thoroughly under running water.
- Choose conditioner that works with your shampoo Always
condition after shampooing. Apply conditioner from tip to root.
Comb your hair while condition through hair to ensure
distribution and penetration. Use as much conditioner as your
hair can absorb.
- Dry your hair gently. Do not rub your hair especially if it is
very long. Take time to dry it slowly with a gently patting or
wringing action. Don‚t overdrying your hair.
Start to Care Your Hair
Okay, those tips surely will give you awareness how to treat
your hair basically.
Followed here are tips for you who feel that looking after your
hair is important to its health. Healthy hair looks better and
holds the style you want. These tips include the following:
- When you put your hair in a braid or ponytail don‚t use any
plain rubber band, always use a specially treated band like
bungee or similar. This will prevent hair breakage and hair
loss.
- Don‚t sleep with your ponytail or in tight braid. You will
breakage your hair and it turn into hair loss.
- If you plan on trying out a new hairstyle such as a braid,
updo or twist, for a special event then practice the new
braiding style several times before the big event arrives. This
will guarantee great results.
Now, another tip is finding the right place for your hair care
products. Although all hair care products available almost
everywhere, but the best place to find for your hair care
products is in Internet. It so convenience shopping online since
you will check all the products, compare each product, order so
easily and you can return after purchase if you feel not
confidence with the products. Easy isn‚t it? Okay, enjoy your
tips here!
About the author:
Loraine Lesley is editor for some Website concerning women. She
wants to help women to look beautiful, that‚s why her object
features practical articles and tips on Skin Care, Hair Care,
and more. To discover more of her advice, visit <A HREF=http://www.myskincareonline.com>http://www.myskincareonline.com</A> and
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Causes of Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
The normal cycle of hair growth and loss means that some amount
of hair loss will occur in every individual‚s life. It is said
that at any given point in time, about 10% of the hair on our
scalp is in a resting phase which sheds after a couple of
months, giving way to new hair growth. This growing phase lasts
for 2 to 6 years when each hair grows about 1 centimeter per
month. Hence, almost 90 percent of the hair is growing at any
one time. Regular hair shedding is part of this cycle; however,
some people experience excessive hair loss.
Excessive hair loss, however, is cause for concern. A number of
reasons may lead to excessive hair loss. Any major illness,
fungal infections or surgery may be major reasons. Hormonal
problems like hypo or hyper thyroidism or male (androgens) or
female (estrogens) hormones imbalance leads to hair loss. Post
pregnancy hair loss is also common as a hormone imbalance occurs
at this time as well. Medicines for ailments like diabetes,
chemotherapy, lupus, gout, blood coagulation, birth control and
anti-depressants can cause hair loss too. Improper hair care can
also lead to hair loss. Excessive use of chemicals or
blow-drying for hair styling leads to hair loss as it scars the
scalp, sometimes leading to permanent damage. Common baldness
usually refers to male-pattern baldness. It is the most common
type of inherited hair loss trait in men where hair loss
typically results in a receding hairline and baldness on the top
of the head. Female-pattern baldness in women leads to hair
thinning over the entire scalp. It is important to determine the
exact reason for your hair loss. Check on your diet first.
Switch over to a healthy diet of fruits, green vegetables and
fibers to be washed down with at least 2 liters of water each
day. Cut down on fried and fatty food. Follow a hair care
regimen of hot oil treatment, massage, conditioning and
shampooing on a regular basis. If you're a woman, check the
regularity of your menstrual cycle, pregnancy status and
menopause. The only way to deal with hair loss is to learn the
causes, look for the right remedy, then come to a decision on
what you want to do, and go for it. One should also take steps
to prevent hair loss from recurring in future.
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Facts About Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Alopecia. A dreaded word for any man, or woman, who know it's
true meaning and who have experienced it first hand. I'm talking
about hair loss. Although alopecia, or hair loss, can occur
anywhere on the body, it is most upsetting when it happens on
the scalp where the loss can be embarrassing and difficult to
cover up.
Any number of factors can be attributed to excessive hair loss
such as an illness or major surgery, or the stress related to
these. Some medications can contribute to hair loss. For women,
hormone fluctuations, such as pregnancy can cause hair loss.
Hair loss attributed to any of these causes is generally only
temporary.
Most female hair loss occurs over the entire scalp. Women's hair
loss generally begins at any age through 50, or later, and may
not have any hereditary association. If you are a woman
experiencing hair loss it is best to seek advice from a
professional in hair restoration. Be aware that sometimes hair
loss can be a sign of illness.
For some women, improper care, or being "hard" on the hair can
cause hair loss. This would be most common for women who wear
their hair in pigtails or tight cornrows. The pulling and
tugging can cause hair loss and can promote scarring of the
scalp. If the pulling and tugging are stopped hair will usually
grow back normally. Years of this type of abuse can cause
permanent scarring which can prevent regrowth of hair.
It is believed that approximately 35 million men in the United
States suffer from hair loss that is called male pattern hair
loss. This hair loss usually starts at an early age and develops
into more extensive baldness. This is an inherited trait. This
hair loss in men is caused by what is called DHT, which is a
hormone in men that causes the hair follicle to shrink.
There are many, many treatments that claim to help with hair
loss. Natural shampoos with natural algae and botanicals,
shampoo with natural DHT inhibitors and nutrients, and some
treatments that combine essential oils with a pulsed
electromagnetic field. Minoxidil is a cream that is applied
directly to the scalp several times a day. Propecia is a pill
taken once daily which is advertised to be safe and effective
for male pattern hair loss. This is one of the hair loss
remedies that claims to halt the effects of DHT -
dihydrotestosterone - the reason men have thinning and hair
loss. Another of these products is Avodart.
When looking through the treatments and remedies available it is
important to remember that hair loss in men and women are caused
by different factors and to choose accordingly.
About the author:
This article courtesy of
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The Causes of Hair Loss
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Very few people, especially those suffering from alopecia, or
balding, know that Julius Cesear and Napolean both dealt with
hair loss. Yes, it's a fact; balding is part of our genetics,
our history and our future. It's here to stay, for now at least.
In the meantime, it's best to understand alopecia and learn
about the condition so as not to feel the embarrassment usually
associated with balding; it's a normal occurrence.
Male pattern hair loss, also known by the term Androgenetic
Alopecia, is a genetic condition. Another, not so common fact is
Andorgenetic Alopecia is not just restricted to males; females
also experience this type of hair loss. In the past, the general
consensus was that the genes were inherited from the mother's
side. However, new research is finding that it can be passed on
from either mother or father.
In addition to genetics, the condition is associated with
hormones and age. As a person ages, male or female, the hair
follicles become more susceptible to a normal chemical reaction.
The reaction occurs when testosterone is exposed to an enzyme
called 5-alpha reductase. The resulting product is DHT.
DHT is known for its role in male pattern balding and increased
growth of ear and nose hairs. In women the levels of 5-alpha
reductase are lower, thereby decreasing the amount of hair loss
experienced in the head region for women.
Alopecia can be caused by other reasons as well. Chemotherapy
patients usually lose their hair although many times it will
eventually return. In some cases, stress will trigger hair loss.
Stress may be mental, emotional or physical - the body senses a
need to reserve all of its energy for survival and thus
decreases hair growth which is unnecessary to staying alive. In
these instances, the hair usually returns once the stress factor
has been removed.
In some cases, hair loss can signal the first sign of a major
disease. As such, hair loss that does not follow the normal
horseshoe shape of male pattern balding should be looked at
closely and followed up with a doctor or health care provider.
About the author:
Rachel Dayer runs and operates <a href="http://www.mustask.com">MustAsk Network</a> , a health related portal.
Ways to Treat Baldness
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
So, you've just looked in the mirror and realized that your hair
line is receding. You can no longer ignore the layers of hair on
your pillow each morning and you can't blame the shower clogging
on your significant other any more. You're losing your hair!
You're going bald! How will you deal with it?
It's normal. Yes, it may be a bit embarrassing at first, and
probably a blow to the ego. However, just be glad you live in
the 21st century. You won't be relegated to sporting a shiny top
for the rest of your life; there are options - and one to surely
fit your lifestyle and budget.
First off, most everyone who has a TV can't help but to have
heard a commercial or two about Minoxidil (Rogaine) and
Finasterida (Propecia). Both of these prescription medications
have been used quite effectively to slow down the loss of hair.
In some individuals, Rogaine has helped to actually stimulate
hair re-growth but this exciting phenomenon doesn't occur in all
cases. The key to using both of these medications is early
detection.
Hair transplants and surgical procedures are another, albeit
more expensive and drastic, form of treating baldness. Some
individuals choose to use a hair graft, taking sections of the
scalp skin containing hair and moving them to regions without
hair.
Others opt to have a scalp reduction performed thus decreasing
the amount of scalp that is hairless. The areas with hair are
then stretched to cover up the regions where the hairless scalp
was removed.
Other less invasive and expensive forms of living with baldness
include hair weaves, hairpieces, specific styling techniques and
hair care products.
In today's day and age there are enough options for alopecia
that anyone with this condition who so desires can choose one
that's right for them.
About the author:
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Hair Loss Is a Cause for Concern
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Losing hair is not only a cosmetic problem though it can‚t be
denied that it can bring down your self-confidence and self
esteem to a worrying degree. Hair loss can be indicative of more
serious problems as well. So, the sooner we do something about
it the better it is.
Let‚s begin by understanding what it is and how it is caused.
Baldness or alopecia is a state of losing excessive hair. You
must know that losing 50 to 100 hairs in a day is considered
normal. It‚s when you lose more than that you should sit up and
take note of the problem. Baldness can be the result of
heredity, certain medications or an underlying medical
condition. Anyone˜ men, women and children ˜ can experience hair
loss. However, in most cases it is caused by today‚s stressful
lifestyle, long working hours, pollution, poor diet, combined
with alcohol, drugs and smoking.
There‚s not much you can do about factors like heredity, but you
can correct the other factors and improve the quality of your
hair. Remember, hair loss is not an irreversible process. Hair
is a bi-product of blood. Therefore to treat the hair and scalp,
you cannot obtain a good result by using topical lotions alone.
You cannot feed the hair externally. If you could, the shampoo
or conditioner would do wonders. It is logical therefore to take
care of your scalp and the composition of your blood. The
composition of your blood and state of your scalp determine the
quality and growth of your hair.
Your overall diet affects your blood. You must supplement your
diet with live enzymes to help absorb vitamins in the body. They
are normally only found in raw fruit and vegetables and uncooked
food. You should drink lots of water also. Never comb your wet
hair and never use a thin comb. Also avoid hot air dryers; let
the hair dry naturally.
Stimulating the scalp is another way to tackle the problem of
hair loss. You should massage your scalp with a tangy lotion to
increase the blood flow around the hair follicles. Nourishments
reaching the hair follicles will stimulate the hair to grow much
fuller, shinier and healthier.
If you are losing large amounts of hair, see a physician. Hair
loss may be caused by some health conditions such as high
cholesterol levels. Often the hair grows back when the cause is
corrected
If hair loss occurs at an age when you can afford to let it be,
you should let your hair loss run its course untreated and
unhidden. However, if it happens when you‚re still too young to
go around with a baldhead you may either cover it up with
hairstyles, makeup, hats or scarves or choose one of the
medications and surgical procedures that are available to treat
hair loss. But, before pursuing any of these treatment options,
talk to your doctor about the cause and best possible treatment
for your hair loss.
About the author:
Joseph Then operates a Health Portal and you can visit him at
http://www.thehealthyportal.com
Medical Hair Restoration
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Author: Kathy Jones
Medical hair restoration in the literal sense includes the hair
loss treatment which depends upon the use of medicines. Unusual
hair loss both in men and women is caused by the alterations in
the androgen metabolism. Androgen is a male hormone which has a
major role to play in regulation of hair growth or hair loss.
The dermal papilla is the most important structure in a hair
follicle which is responsible for hair-growth. It is the dermal
papilla, the cell of which divides and differentiates to give
rise to a new hair follicle. The dermal papilla is in direct
contact with blood capillaries in the skin to derive the
nutrients for the growing hair follicle. Research has shown that
dermal papilla got many receptors for androgens and there are
studies which have confirmed that males have more androgenic
receptors in dermal papilla of their follicles as compared to
females. The metabolism of androgen involves an enzyme called 5
alpha reductase which combines with the hormone
androgen(testosterone) to form the DHT (Dihydro-testosterone).
DHT is a natural metabolite of our body which is the root cause
of hair loss. Proper nutrition is critical for the maintenance
of the hair. When DHT gets into the hair follicles and roots
(dermal papilla), it prevents necessary proteins, vitamins and
minerals from providing nourishment needed to sustain life in
the hairs of those follicles. Consequently, hair follicles are
reproduced at a much slower rate. This shortens their growing
stage (anagen phase) and or lengthens their resting stage
(telogen phase) of the follicle. DHT also causes hair follicle
to shrink and get progressively smaller and finer. This process
is known as miniaturization and causes the hair to ultimately
fall. DHT is responsible for 95% of hair loss. Some individuals
both men and women are genetically pre-disposed to produce more
DHT than the normal individuals. DHT also creates a wax-like
substance around the hair roots. It is this accumulation of DHT
inside the hair follicles and roots which is one of the primary
causes of male and female pattern hair loss. Blocking the
synthesis of DHT at molecular level forms the basis for the
treatment of MPHL ( male pattern hair loss) and FPHL ( female
pattern hair loss). There are many natural DHT blockers and a
number of drugs which are used for medical hair restoration. Let
us see the main drugs which are available for medical hair
restoration in men and women. Minoxidil Minoxidil has the
distinction of the first drug being used for promoting the hair
restoration. This medical hair restoration treatment drug was
used earlier as an oral antihypertensive drug, but after its
hypertrichosis (excessive body hair) effects were noticed, a
topical solution of the drug was tested for its hair growing
potential. Minoxidil was then approved as medical hair
restoration treatment drug for men by the US Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) in 1988 as a 2% solution, followed by 5%
solution in 1997. For women, the 2% solution was approved in
1991. Though 5% solution is not approved for women, it is used
as a medical hair restoration treatment by many dermatologists
worldwide. Both solutions are available without a prescription
in the US. Mechanism of action Minoxidil is thought to have a
direct mitogenic effect on epidermal cells, as has been observed
both in vitro in vivo. Though the mechanism of its action for
causing cell proliferation is not very clear, minoxidil is
thought to prevent intracellular calcium entry. Calcium normally
enhances epidermal growth factors to inhibit hair growth, and
Minoxidil by getting converted to minoxidil sulfate acts as a
potassium channel agonist and enhances potassium ion
permeability to prevent calcium ions from entering into cells.
Thought the exact action of minoxidil preventing the formation
of DHT has not been shown but the drug has been shown to have a
stabilizing effect on the hair loss. The result of the drug
takes about few months time to be evident since it is the time
which is necessary for restoring the normal growth cycle of hair
fibers. Use of Minoxidil has approved by FDA for men (Norwood
II-V) and women (Ludwig I-II ) older than 18 years. It is used
as a medical hair restoration treatment either for frontal or
vertex scalp thinning. It brings about an increase in density
which is mostly caused by conversion of miniaturized hairs into
terminal hairs rather than a stimulated de novo re-growth. The
hair loss becomes stabilized after continued use of drug, which
takes about a year‚s time for the medical hair restoration
treatment to show its complete results. Hair loss restoration
treatment with 0.05% betamethasone dipropionate and 5% topical
minoxidil are found to be superior to minoxidil alone. Topical
minoxidil is very well tolerated and adverse effects are mainly
dermatologic. The most frequent adverse effect is an irritant
contact dermatitis. Though minnoxidil does not have any effect
on blood pressure, it should be used with caution in patient
with cardiovascular diseases. It is also contraindicated in
pregnant and nursing mothers. Finasteride The drug finasteride
was earlier used as treatment for prostate enlargement, under
the medical name Proscar. But in 1998, it was approved by FDA
for the Medical hair loss restoration in MPHL. Mechanism of
Action Medical hair restoration treatments with Finasteride
depends upon its specific action as an inhibitor of type II
5α-reductase, the intracellular enzyme that converts male
hormone androgen into DHT (Dihydro Testosterone). Its action
results in significant decrease in serum and tissue DHT levels
in even in concentration as low as 0.2mg. Finnasteride is able
to stabilize hair loss in 80% of patient with Vertex hair loss
and in 70% of patients with frontal hair loss. Most of these
patients are able to grow more hair or retain the ones they
have. The peculiar thing about Propecia is that its effect is
more pronounced in crown area than in the front. The hair that
grow after the medical hair restoration treatments are better in
texture and are thicker, more like the terminal hair. The best
thing about medical hair restoration treatment with the
finnasteride is that it is well tolerated and has minimal side
effects. Sexual dysfunction (decreased sex drive, erectile
dysfunction, and decreased semen volume) are observed in about
3.8% of cases. But these side-effects subside within few months
of Medical hair restoration treatments or disappear within a
week‚s time as soon as the treatment is stopped. It generally
requires about 6 to 12 months for the m edical hair restoration
treatment to be apparent but the side effects appear earlier. So
even after the medicine is stopped, there is no possibility of
loosing the hair that has been gained, but the side effects are
sure to disappear. Many hair restoration surgeons find Propecia
(finasteride) to act as an excellent adjunct to the surgical
hair restoration. There are several benefits of this kind of
combination therapy. As the Medical hair restoration with
Propecia brings about a hair re-growth in the crown area, it has
a complementary action; it allows the surgeon to have more donor
hair to be available for frontal hair transplant and design the
hairline at his own will. Since finasteride has no effect in the
frontal area of the scalp, it does not have any interference
with the surgical hair restoration.
Combination Therapy There are reports which say that use of
finasteride and topical minoxidil combination therapy as a
Medical hair restoration treatment is of more advantage in cases
of mild to moderate MPHL. Further studies are in progress. Many
hair restoration doctors have already started the use of
combination therapy in order to obtain better hair growth. Anti
Androgen Therapy For women with hyperandrogonism( with increased
levels of androgen) who do not respond well to minoxidil,
antiandrogen therapy is another option of Medical hair
restoration. In UK the most commonly used anti-androgen for
women is CPA (cyproterone acetate), which is used in combination
with ethinyl-estradiol. However, in United States, where CPA is
not available, the aldosterone antagonist spironolactone is the
alternative choice of hair restoration doctors. Flutamide
Medical hair restoration with flutamide has shown improvement as
hair loss restoration treatment in women with hirsutism. For
hyperandrogenic premenopausal women, flutamide is a better
medical hair restoration agent than both the CPA or finestride.
Hair loss restoration management is a structured process which
depends upon many factors along with the medical hair
restoration. For more details on the topic you can refer to
section medical hair restoration or article on male pattern hair
loss or female pattern hair loss at our site
hairtransplantadvice.com.
Treat Common Baldness
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
The term "common baldness" usually means male-pattern baldness.
Male-pattern baldness is the most common cause of hair loss in
men. Men who have this type of hair loss usually have inherited
the trait. Men who start losing their hair at an early age tend
to develop more extensive baldness. In male-pattern baldness,
hair loss typically results in a receding hairline and baldness
on the top of the head. Women may develop female-pattern
baldness. In this form, the hair becomes thin over the entire
scalp. One person that can help you is perhaps your doctor. It
could be related to your diet, any medicines you're taking,
whether you've had a recent illness and how you take care of
your hair. For a woman, it may be related to your menstrual
cycle, pregnancies and menopause. The doctor may want to do a
physical exam to look for other causes of hair loss. Finally,
blood tests or a biopsy (taking a small sample of cells to
examine under a microscope) of your scalp may be needed.
Depending on your type of hair loss, treatments are available.
If a medicine is causing your hair loss, your doctor may be able
to prescribe a different medicine. Recognizing and treating an
infection may help stop the hair loss. Correcting a hormone
imbalance may prevent further hair loss. Medicines may help in
slowing down or preventing the development of common baldness.
One medicine, minoxidil (brand name: Rogaine), is available
without a prescription. It is applied to the scalp. Both men and
women can use it. Another medicine, finasteride (brand name:
Propecia) is available with a prescription. It comes in pills
and is only for men. It may take up to 6 months before you can
tell if one of these medicines is working. If adequate treatment
is not available for your type of hair loss, you may consider
trying different hairstyles or wigs, hairpieces, hair weaves or
artificial hair replacement.
About the author:
Jane Preeter is a hair stylist who has great interest in her
profession. She has studied many hair loss treatments, different
methods of hair removal, and a wide variety of hair treatments.
Revitalize Your Hair
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Revitalizing shampoos, hair-care products aside, great nutrition
is by far the most effective way of getting great-looking hair!
Like your body, your hair too needs a balanced, nutritious diet
to stay healthy.
Water
One of the most important fluids you could ever have, water
makes up one-fourth of the weight of a strand of hair. Moisture
makes the hair supple; so ensure you get plenty of fluids. A key
point is not to wait until you're thirsty. If you're thirsty, it
means your body has already lost more water than it should have,
and it's urging you to refill the tank! Water not only hydrates
your body, but also helps keep your hair silky and shiny.
Ideally, you should drink between eight and ten glasses of water
a day.
Protein
Protein is the building block of hair, so a diet for healthy
hair contains an awful lot of protein! Protein will give the
shaft of your hair more strength, and will reduce the
possibility of damage through snapping and splitting. You can
get protein from foods like fish, meat, milk, cheese and cereals.
Minerals
In addition to water and proteins, minerals are equally
important. Remember, your hair, like the rest of your body
thrives on the natural resources. * Iron helps to carry oxygen
to the hair. Without enough iron, hair and its follicles get
starved of oxygen. This means that the 'goodness' in the root of
your hair is much less effective along the length of the strand.
You can increase your iron intake by eating red meat and dark
green vegetables, or by iron supplements. * Zinc builds hair
protein, which helps to prevent hair loss. Meat and seafood are
the foods highest in zinc. * Copper is involved in the
pigmentation of hair. You can optimize your natural color with a
diet with plenty of copper. Shellfish, liver, fresh vegetables,
nuts, seeds and meat are all high in copper.
Vitamins
* Vitamin A will give you a healthy scalp, because it's great
for the skin! You can get vitamin A from foods like
vegetables-in particular, carrots. * Vitamin B and C is
important for good circulation, hair growth and hair color. If
you ensure that you have enough vitamin B and C, you'll have
strong, supple strands of hair that do not split. You can get
these vitamins from eating foods like fruit, vegetables,
cereals, eggs, milk and bread. Just follow this good food guide
to healthy and great looking hair. You could do without all the
artificial chemicals.
About the author:
Jane Preeter is a hair stylist who has great interest in her
profession. She has studied many hair loss treatments, different
methods of hair removal, and a wide variety of hair treatments.
Male Hair Loss Treatment
Posted by Admin on Saturday, 10 December 2005
Male hair loss treatments are big business. That is because for
many men, losing their hair as they age is a devastating
experience. It can happen at any age following puberty and has a
number of causes. For these reasons there are huge numbers of
men looking for an effective male hair loss treatment. If you
are looking for a male hair loss treatment what options do you
have?
The first thing you should do before even considering buying a
male hair loss treatment is to consult your doctor. A doctor can
ask all the necessary questions to try and determine the cause
of your hair loss. There are many causes of male hair loss which
are reversible and not a cause for worry. And pinpointing these
causes is the first step before even considering any form of
male hair loss treatment.
For example there are both medical conditions and medical
treatments which can cause hair loss. Often when the medical
condition is treated the hair can grow back or when the medical
treatment is stopped the hair can grow back. In both cases the
use of any form of male hair loss treatment is unnecessary.
However it is true that the vast majority of cases of male hair
loss are caused by hereditary factors ˆ male pattern baldness.
Currently there is no prevention for male pattern baldness. Men
who are diagnosed with this condition may need to consider some
form of male hair loss treatment.
However there are some preliminary decisions to make. How
concerned are you about losing your hair? There are large
numbers of men who lose their hair and are not sufficiently
concerned to seek treatment. And baldness is almost a fashion
now. This may have started with Yul Brinner, but a bald head
makes a statement.
And how prepared are you for the downside of using various forms
of male hair loss treatments? They can be invasive, expensive,
impermanent and for many men just do not work.
Notwithstanding, there are many men who still want to find
methods of replacing their hair. And there are male hair loss
treatments which work, but not for everyone.
The effective male hair loss treatments can be broken down into
types. Firstly there are the topical applications. There is
minoxidil, which is known by various trade names. It is applied
directly to the scalp, and slows hair loss or promotes hair
growth in some, but not all men. There is also finasteride which
is taken as a tablet and also has an effect on slowing hair loss
and promoting hair growth in some but not all men.
It should be understood that these results only continue as long
as the product is used and so many question whether they are a
really effective male hair loss treatment when it is realised
that to continue to receive the benefits it is necessary to
continue on the product indefinitely.
Then there are the surgical methods. They are all a form of
plastic surgery. You can opt for hair transplant surgery where
individual hairs are taken from the other parts of the head and
replanted onto the affected areas. Or scalp reduction which is a
method of taking out a small part of the affected area, or flap
surgery which takes an area of scalp with good hair growth and
over time stretches it to take over from areas which are
affected by the hair loss.
All are effective male hair loss treatments when done correctly
but are not suitable for all men. And they are usually expensive.
So, if you are suffering from male hair loss, see you doctor and
find out the cause. Next, spend some time thinking about how
prepared you are to live with it. And for those who are
sufficiently motivated to do something about it find out more
about effective male hair loss treatments. They do exist, they
do work, but not for everyone.
About the author:
For a website totally devoted to hair loss and hair replacement
visit Peter's Website The Hair Replacement Guide at
http://www.the-hair-replacement-guide.com/ and find out about
Male Hair Loss, Female Hair Loss and more, including Hair Loss Treatments and Hair Transplant Surgery and more at
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Hair Loss - The Top 7 Causes
Posted by Admin on Friday, 09 December 2005
Hair loss is always something people do not want to deal with.
Perhaps seeing extra hair in the shower or on the brush is what
alerted them to their hair loss. Or, maybe a friend or family
member has made a comment as to how thin the individual's hair
has become. Regardless of how it came to be noticed, hair loss
means something. Here are a few things to look into regarding
why hair loss happens and if there is something that can be done
about it.
1. Medicines are often a large cause of hair loss. Such
medicines as blood thinners, birth control pills, and
antidepressants can cause hair loss. Chemotherapy drugs, gout
drugs, and even high doses of vitamin A can cause it. To stop
the hair loss, the drugs must be stopped. Usually normal hair
growth will return at this point.
2. Hormones are a large cause of hair loss as well. Often this
will be due to the over-activity or the under-activity of the
thyroid gland. This creates an imbalance of such hormones as
androgens and estrogens and leads to hair loss. Treatments for
thyroid disease often fix this problem and hair loss stops.
3. Pregnancy. Often times, the levels of hormones in the
pregnant women's body are so high that they do not allow the
normal growth cycle of hair to continue. This means that during
pregnancy, women lose less hair. About 3 months after pregnancy,
though, many women experience high levels of hair loss that is
just the hair that never fell out during pregnancy. Hair loss
will soon stop and regular hair cycles will begin again.
4. Illness and Surgery. Often times, 3 or 4 months after a major
illness or surgery, people will experience hair loss. This is
due to the stress that the body was under. It is usually
temporary.
5. Infection. Fungal infections of the scalp are also a cause of
hair loss. Treatment here is antifungal medications. This is
often found in children.
6. Underlying Disease. Diseases like lupus and diabetes often
have early symptoms of hair loss. For this reason alone,
individuals at a risk of these diseases should contact a doctor
right away if they are losing hair.
7. Improper care can also lead to hair loss. People whose hair
is pulled back tightly such as in pig tails and cornrows often
experience hair loss. The hair will grow back if the pulling is
released before scarring can occur. If scarring has occured, it
may be permanent.
Lastly, male pattern baldness is the most common cause of hair
loss in men. Unfortunately, it is hereditary. Men normally
experience hair loss at the top of the head and develop a
receding hair line.
About the author:
John Howard runs an information website at Smart Hair Loss Choices. You can find up to date information on hair loss, its causes, and treatments at his website.
© 2005 John Howard. All Rights Reserved.
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