Hair

The Ludwig scale of female pattern hair loss is a system used to measure the stages of hair loss found in women, which is different than patterns found in men. There are four scales ranging from 1-3, the fourth being…
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Hair loss, also known as baldness, is the consequence of deficiency in vitamin A, vitamin B and vitamin E. Thus, to help prevent hair loss, one should ensure that one is getting the right amounts of these vitamins in their…
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Contracting alopicia totalis, or total head hair loss is a frightening thought to a large percentage of us. There are any number of theories as to why this occurs, but I am here to help catch it before this point….
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Hair loss, also commonly known as balding or baldness, is the consequence of deficiency in vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin E and biotin. Thus, to help prevent hair loss in anyone, one should ensure that one is getting the foods…
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Hair loss has always been a huge concern to women and men alike. Once any form of thinning is noticed we usually seek immediate solutions to the ‘problem’. While most people may rush out to buy the latest hair loss…
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Chemotherapy. Cancer Treatment. One set of words that we do not always associate with chemotherapy is a very common side effect known as hair loss. Generally, the individual will experience some type of hair loss but each person is different….
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Many men are embarrassed or ashamed of the fact that they are going bald for some reason, although there really is nothing to be afraid of at all. Although the thing to remember is that male pattern baldness is genetic…
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For a woman (and some men), hair is a crowning beauty. Knowing that chemotherapy will cause that hair to fall out causes extra anxiety in patients. Not all chemotherapy will cause hair loss, but if you have the kind that…
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I started to loose my hair (alopecia areata) about twenty or thirty years ago. In fact I remember at school my hair seemed to be getting thinner. At first when I became aware of it, I wasn’t at all happy…
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Excessive hair loss experienced by pregnant women is very common, and not abnormal. Sometimes the hair loss occurs during pregnancy and for some women it can occur after having given birth. These types of hair loss are not only normal…
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Hair loss can happen for many reasons and it can also happen at different ages. When you say hair loss most people think of male pattern baldness, but did you know that significant hair loss can happen for other reasons?…
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Everyone loses some hair everyday, and this is normal. Hair loss is considered “excessive”, or abnormal when the loss which occurs is greater than about one hundred hairs per day. This is when it is time to find out exactly…
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Plagued by hair loss, you want nothing more than to have some sense of control over the matter. Hair loss is caused by many factors such as medications, stress, pregnancy and your genes, but there are some treatments available to…
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Inherited genetics is the main culprit for hair loss, which will usually begin at an early age. It is quite normal to lose about one hundred or so hairs per day, but if you notice that you are losing more…
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So, you’re suffering from excessive hair loss (more than one hundred hairs a day), and you’ve taken all of the initial steps in attempting to tackle what can be a physiologically devastating malady, and you want to get back what…
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We all lose hair from our heads each day, approximately one hundred or so hairs, and this is the normal turnover rate of the hair reproduction process. When there is more than this amount of hair loss, or when the…
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DHT is the acronym for Dihydrotestosterone, an adrogen, or male sex hormone.   It is produced mainly in the testes, hair follicles, adrenal glands, and the male prostate gland by combining with an enzyme named 5a-reductase.  DHT is the main factor in…
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Pregnancy is a trying time for women, both physically and psychologically. The initial step to be taken when pregnant is to find an obstetrician with whom you feel comfortable talking with, and who is willing to take the time to…
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The excessive loss of hair is something that will effect all of us if we live long enough, so losing more hair than is being replaced through the normal hair growth cycle can be a gradual process which may go…
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If you enjoy wearing a hat the thought that doing so may contribute to future baldness may concern you. There are many myths, as-well as facts circulated about the causes of hair loss, and hat wearing is a controversial one….
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Shampooing your hair can be dangerous to your health. Unless you know that your shampoo is made from all natural ingredients you could be taking the risk of exposing yourself to dangerous chemicals. Many of the shampoos on the market…
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Lasers have been used for awhile in the treatment of hair loss, and the results are mixed, but they do seem to work for some.  The FDA has approved a product named the “HairMax LaserComb” to be sold as a…
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Getting a perm is suppposed to be a fun and beautifying experience for a woman, right? After all, nobody gets a perm put into their hair hoping that they are going to wind up with a big mass of frizz…
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If you thought hair loss was only for those in their 40’s or 50’s, well think again. Hair loss has been reported in as low as 20 years. Watching your hair fill the sink every morning or hearing your spouse,…
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While cleansing the hair and scalp may seem rather basic, there are still correct procedures to follow. Properly cleansing the scalp prevents many issues such as dandruff, excessive oiliness and poor hair growth. Fortunately, cleansing the scalp and hair is…
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Preventing hair loss in men is a continuing clinical study and will continue for many years. There have been many remedies  that have come and gone. Some have had good results and others not so good.  Hair restoration clinics  for…
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Make your own herbal shampoo for great hair. Homemade herbal shampoos may not lather like commercial shampoos unless foam agents are added. Herbs help to improve hair and scalp. A good base for an easy homemade herbal shampoo and for…
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Sometimes having thick hair isn’t as good as it is made out to be. The ends of thick hair are prone to frizzing and breaking and the sheer bulk of them can ruin an otherwise sleek hair style. But you…
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What a BIG plus for You!Discount hair care products are a perfect retail market for budget-savvy consumers. Those who can’t afford salon prices or simply just don’t want to pay the prices can benefit from the great affordability of a…
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Women spend a lot of time and money choosing their shampoo and conditioners. But very few of them know how to use them effectively. Shampoo and conditioner are the tow most basic elements of hair care but if you know…
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