How Does Hair Grow? The Stages

Many people agonize over the growth rate of their hair. Let's face it, nothing grows out slower than a bad haircut! What most people don't realize though, is that your hair is constantly going through 3 stages of growth. Once a hair falls out, it doesn't mean that that's it for that particular spot where that hair came from. Your hair is constantly going through the 3 steps - growing, shedding and fresh new growth. When you shed a hair, it's not the first step toward baldness, but it's just a continuation of an ongoing cycle.

Anagen Stage
We'll start with the anagen stage where hair is just growing, getting longer. For some people a hair will continue growing for about 2 years, but for others, it could be as long as 6 years. The length of time that hair grows depends on how old you are and your genetic makeup. The growing or anagen stage is a lot longer for a teenager than for someone who is middle-aged. Your genetics also have a lot to say about how long your hair continues growing.

Catagen Stage
The second stage of hair growth is called the catagen stage. This is when the papilla (the factory for producing hair cells for growth) shuts down. This process generally takes between 2 or 3 weeks. When that happens, the follicle (the skin surrounding the hair root) begins to shrink.

Telogen Stage
The last step in this cycle is the telogen stage. During this stage the papilla (the hair growth factory) takes a rest and the follicle hangs onto the hair for about 2 or 3 months. The hair could fall out during this stage during combing/brushing or during shampooing. It won't necessarily come out because it was dislodged, it could also be pushed out by the new hair that is starting to grow in the papilla.

In any given time, about 85% of your hair is in the longest stage, the anagen or growing stage. The other 15% is either in the catagen (shutting down) or telogen (shedding) stage. Because of that, you will loose between 50 and 200 hairs per day. It's perfectly normal to lose and shed hair.

If everyone goes through the same 3 stages of hair growth, why do some people seem to be able to grow hair much faster than others? This is because the papilla (the hair growth factory) produces hair cells a lot faster for some people than for others. Also, the anagen, or growing stage, lasts a lot longer for some than for others. So if one person has an average rate of producing hair cells, and the growing stage lasts 2 years, s/he will have a lot shorter hair than the individual who papilla produces hair cells very quickly and whose growing stage lasts 6 years. But don't be alarmed. When you lose your longer hairs, they are just finished growing and will very quickly be replaced by the other hairs that are longer and have been growing for some time.

Remember - 85% of your hair is in the growing stage and only 15% in the catagen (shutting down) or telogen (shedding) stage. It's not going to fall out all at once!

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How Long Does Hair Grow in a Month?

This number is wrong! Wrong for many reasons, first it is an average and second averages do not represent an individual. Here is what I mean: If subject A grows hair at a rate of 3 inch a month and subject B grows hair at a rate of 1 inch a month, the average of the two is 2 inches a month which is not a correct representation of each individual. Likewise the average of 1-2 inches is also a false representation and should be taken with a grain of salt.

Fact is, you can grow your mane long and it is possible to do so with the tips I will now share with you.
The first step is to take care of your body and mind. A healthy body usually means healthy tresses. So to make your mane healthy do the following:

-Consume at lest 30 grams of protein in addition to your regular diet. Your mane is made of keratin which is protein, so the more protein in your diet, the faster hair will grow.

- Trim your mane every 4-6 weeks. If you do not have split ends or frizzy hair then you can cut less than half an inch. If on the other hand it is very damaged you might need to cut off some more. Do not avoid trims as avoiding trims will usually prevent the growth of a longer mane.

-Avoid combing your hair when wet as it causes damage. Use a wide toothed comb when combing hair as it prevents damage and can stimulate new hair growth.

- Use a loose hairstyle like braids or tying your mane in a ponytail. Such hairstyles will allow your mane to grow faster,

- Get rid of split ends! And you do this by not using flat irons, curling irons and blow dryers etc. every day.

- Use an oil called Mira hair oil; it has all the right herbs proven by science to grow hair long!

- Avoid shampoos that contain chemicals and especially avoid conditioners. If you do choose to use them apply them on your hair and not scalp. Shampoos contain chemicals that poison the scalp.

In summary, whiles it is true that there are quite a few variables that can determine how long you can grow your mane. You can guarantee extra length by taking good care of your mane with the tips I just shared with you!

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Sugaring hair removal, a natural and effective

The method of hair removal which is a very economical, safe, convenient and very popular is sugaring hair removal. Sugaring hair removal is very popular, because it is kinder to the skin inexpensive, results last some weeks in many cases and easily done at home.

There is scarcely any pain make the sugaring hair removal method win over the costly trip to the salon.

Sugaring hair removal is a natural and effective alternative to depilation with cream, waxes, razors, electrolysis treatments and let aside the laser today. It's generally more kind to the skin because sugaring hair removal using natural ingredients.

Technique of sugaring hair removal is originated in Egypt. Primarily of sugar made a paste which is applied to the skin surface, then the sugaring removed taking the hair along with it. The level of hair growth generally influences sugaring hair removal lasts between 4 and 6 weeks. Sugaring hair removal even has properties of healing.

There is less discomfort when sugaring paste adheres, because only to the hair done it. The temperature sugaring paste used is slightly warmed or room temperature.

Sugaring haring removal paste on the skin is completely gentle and natural, and also easily cleaned up with water. It is kinder to the skin whereas waxing preparations often contain harsher chemicals when some prefer sugaring hair removal over waxing.

Take this tips and suggestions note for optimum results, if sugaring hair removal is your choice for getting rid of unwanted body hair. The tips and suggestions is:

- All creams and oils must be removed.
- Before starting hair removal sugaring, hair must be clean and dry.
- In the direction of the hair growth apply the sugaring paste, and
- Be sure not to allow water into the paste if using hot water to warm the paste container.
- At least 1/4 inch or 6 mm long to remove the hair by the root.
- Leave a small section at the end free so it will be easy to hold when pulling back, when pressing the cotton strip on top of the paste.
- To help ensure a very thin layer is applied using a spatula to apply the paste, not the flat side but use the edge.
- Do not lift the strip up or out away from the skin, but pull the strip back sharply against the direction of the hair growth.
- While you pull the strip back sharply with one hand, hold the skin firmly with the other hand.

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Threading hair removal methods

Unwanted hair growth is a problem for a great number of people. Hair on areas like the hand, foot and face is normally not desired by men and women. In this case people often go for various hair removal methods.

There are temporary and permanent methods of hair removal. Threading is an old method of hair removal. This method involves the use of thread for removing hair. The practitioner rolls twisted cotton threads over untidy hairlines and plucks the unwanted hair. Eyebrow threading technique is healthy since it does not result in in-grown hair.

Threading, inspite of being an ancient method, is still being used in some parts of the world like India and the Middle East. In Arabic this method is called khite whereas in Egypt it is called fatlah. In some western countries also there are beauty saloons that use threading hair removal method. Threading is used to remove hair from entire face including eyebrows, upper lip, chin, sideburns and cheeks. Sometimes it is also used to remove hair from belly button to pubic bone and toes.

While using threading to remove hair from the face, the practitioner holds one end of the cotton thread in his/her teeth and the other in left hand. While doing this the middle part of the cotton is looped through the index and middle fingers of the right hand and the loop is used to trap unwanted hair and pull them from the skin. In some cases some devices can be used to hold the thread during the procedure. Eyebrow threading is a delicate process and requires a professional to perform it. If not done properly, threading scan result in pain and can also cause hurt to the skin.

Eyebrow threading technique is an inexpensive method of hair removal. The process is done comparative fast and is less painful compared to plucking, another hair removal method. The effect of this method of hair removal lasts up to two to four weeks. This method can be used even on sensitive skin. Threading also takes less time to perform. To get both brows done it takes around 15 minutes. It is a safe method since it does not involve use of any chemical.

One disadvantage of threading is that it takes an expert to perform this treatment. It is also hard to find a practitioner of this method. The method can have some side effects like folliculitis, a bacterial infection, skin reddening and changes in skin pigment.Another problem with threading is that it can be performed only on flat surfaces and it is difficult to be done on body areas that are not flat like the bikini line and the knee.

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Keratin hair treatment side effects

An article in 2007 by Allure magazine caught my eye concerning the use of Formaldehyde, which is a carcinogen, known to cause cancer, and which is used in keratin hair treatment products. It mentioned a connection of a woman's death by asphyxiation to the possible and continued exposure to the treatment, and the Brazil's National Health Surveillance Agency was quick to offer a rebuttal, which argued the two incidents were independent of each other, and that the whole incident was lacked a "link".

More recently in Oregon, there were incidences of complaints from consumers experiencing nosebleeds, difficulty in breathing and irritation of the eyes from being exposed to the keratin hair treatments. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) conducted tests on random samples from beauty salons and a shocking result was that some of the products contained a high amounts of Formaldehyde, way exceeding the 0.2%, which is the accepted content in keratin treatment products.

Keratin is the quintessential structural protein that forms hair and nails. Just like any other component of the body, it is susceptible to wear external conditions, for example sunlight and heat. Keratin treatment serves to correct the exposure of hair to these conditions that gives a dull look and makes hair brittle, by providing the "silky radiance" or luster that every woman craves for. However, more products in the industry are causing more harm than good due to manufacturers incompetence, and increasing quantities of sub-standard keratin treatment products, which disregard the safety attributes of products well guaranteed in the customer bill of rights.

A common keratin treatment hair treatment side effect from consumers who have undergone the treatment is irritation of the eyes, which is caused by the harsh qualities of the chemicals used in the product. There have also been widespread cases of hair loss within two a week of treatment which is a real nightmare to women, infact this reason is the penultimate cause of decline in sales of keratin treatment products.

A vital way to protect your hair after treatment is to use a well-tested moisturizer which acts as a bridge to "seal the deal" before and after the treatment. Some stylists also claim that the use of shampoos known to have chemicals that contain "salt derivatives", significantly reduce the life span of the treatment. Most of the complications and severe hair loss which causes the "thinning" of the hair density, is caused largely by use of keratin treatment products that have a high formaldehyde content, although this is the very agent that is also credit with longevity of the treatment-up to 4 months.

A matter of concern is also the cases of allergic reaction to products. These would manifest in the form of itching and irritation and it is important to let your stylist know if you have a history of allergic reactions as well as seeing your dermatologist, who will give the proper advice on which products to steer clear from.

The treatment is fairly expensive and consumers should take time to do product research in order to get the best product that will them the most sought after, healthy, silky and shiny hair, at no expense to their safety.

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Coconut oil for hair, Using The Oil As A Conditioner

I get a lot of emails about natural remedies for hair loss and shedding. One specific item that I'm starting to get a lot of questions about is coconut oil. This remedy comes up a lot, but for different reasons. There are basically three ways that folks use this product to help with hair and shedding. I'll discuss all three in the following article.

Coconut Oil As A Natural Thyroid Remedy: I'm certainly no medifast expert, but you probably already know that thyroid conditions or issues are a common medical cause of shedding and hair loss. Unfortunately, many of the medications prescribed for this actually make the problem worse or don't stabilize or help it any. So some people would prefer to try natural things that can achieve a similar result without all the side effects. Coconut oil is one such example of this. Some folks use this is a sort of supplement (which they take internally by consuming it with food) meant to raise body temperature which can help some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism, including hair loss. Many feel that in order to get best results, you should use a very high quality virgin oil.

Coconut Oil As An Inflammation Reducer For The Scalp: Many see this oil as an anti inflammatory of the scalp. Like many oils (emu, jojoba, tea tree, etc.) it has healing properties and helps to soothe and repair skin and tissue. Although this treatment can be very effective, you have to dilute the oil because it's very thick and it can clog your hair follicles if you don't take the necessary precautions. But, you can also use it as a carrier oil for many hair and scalp stimulating herbs like lavender, rosemary, or cedar wood.

Using The Oil As A Conditioner For Volume And Breakage: Some chose to use this as a sort of conditioner applied directly to the strands. This product does offer nourishment and pliability to your hair which can help to keep it from breaking off and can give it more volume if you rinse it out properly. This method doesn't really apply to loss or shedding, unless you're only having problems on the ends of your hair. However, it can improve the appearance of the individual strands. Again, because this is a pretty heavy substance, you'll want to perhaps use the oil first and then shampoo second so that you aren't leaving a lot of build up or you aren't making your hair look weighed down, greasy, limp, or stringy.

The bottom line is that when you are able to correctly determine how coconut oil could be applicable to your situation, you may find that it helps somewhat. Most people don't see it as an all out cure, but it can help when combined with a working regimen designed for your particular situation.

How do I know all of this? Because I lived it. I learned all of this because my own hair was shedding and thinning. Coconut oil was one of the things I tried and one of the things that helped somewhat. At the end of the day though, I had to figure out why I was losing hair to really fix the problem. It was a long, hard, frustrating journey which all but wrecked my self esteem but I finally found something that helped quite a bit.

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Hot oil treatment for hair, What Are The Benefits

Pollution, humidity, and various other environmental issues as well as regular brushing, and the use of hair products such as curlers, steamers, straighteners and dryers, can result in damaged hair. Brittle or dry hair can result from environmental issues, over cleansing or product use; breakage or split ends can result from the use of hair products to achieve the desired style. No one is immune – dry or damaged hair simply is a part of life. Hot oil hair treatment is an especially good choice for dry hair or hair that's damaged, chemically treated, or subject to excessive heat styling. If your hairstyle demands blow-dryers, curling irons, straightening irons, or hot rollers, hot-oil treatments can help counteract the daily damage. It's very easy to give hot oil treatment to oneself. Choose the oil that gives the best nourishment to your type of hair and heat it in a microwave or stove. Take care not to boil the oil. The oil should be warm enough to soothe the scalp and not burn it. Now gently massage this oil on your scalp. Never pour the oil directly on your scalp. Instead, use the fingertips and apply a little pressure to massage the scalp in circular motions. Use this treatment daily and you will have smooth, shiny, and luxurious hair. To know more on the benefits of hot oil hair treatment, read the article given below. What Are The Benefits Of A Hot Oil Hair Treatment?

- Hair products that are applied to the hair cause a number of damages to the hair. This can be minimized through a hot oil treatment.
- Sometimes hair loses their shine due to the change in weather or due to the use of artificial products. Hot hair treatment is very effective in bringing back the lost shine.
- Massaging the scalp with hot hair oil increases the circulation of the blood. As a result, the scalp remains healthy and free of dandruff.
- Massaging the scalp with hot hair oil is also very effective in reducing the hair fall.
- It also stimulates the growth of new hair that is thick and luxurious. Applying hot hair oil treatment regularly is a very good way to ensure that the hair remains thick and healthy.
- Hot oil treatments also result in a softer and nourishing hair.
- Using tea tree oil in hot oil treatment is very good as it has various antiseptic properties. Therefore, this treatment is very effective in warding off problems caused to the scalp and hair by bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Hot tea tree oil treatment is very effective in controlling dandruff and also regulating the oiliness or the dryness of the scalp.
- Hot oil moisturizes the scalp, which increases the blood circulation. This helps the scalp to ‘breathe'.
- Hot castor oil treatment on a regular basis prevents the loss of hair and also increases the hair growth. It is one of the best oil treatments to combat thinning hair.
- Hot coconut oil hair treatment makes the hair thick, dark, and shiny.
- Hot hair oil also strengthens the hair and so prevents it from getting brittle or developing split ends. Hot oil saturates the hair and so it is also able to mend the hair breakages and coat it with a film that protects the hair from any harmful environment.
- Another hot oil treatment is the use of rosemary oil. It is extensively used in aromatherapy, and is also excellent for the hair.
- Hot hair oil treatment is also very effective in mitigating the effects of hair dyes. Hair dyes contain a lot of chemicals which on continuous use can severely damage the hair. So, regular hair oil treatment will protect the hair a lot.

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Hot oil treatment for hair, The best way

Ever heard of hot oil treatment for tresses and planned to try it out? Hot oil treatment is a routine in good hair care which is very useful for people who have dehydrated, weak tresses. Just a single treatment of hot oil treatment can turn almost any hair, that's extremely damaged because of chemical substance application as well as damaging hair routines, into lustrous tresses. You can find numerous types of hot oil treatments which includes purchasing a hot oil treatment product via the local drugstore, going to a salon and even whipping up your own hot oil treatment formula in your home.

The best way to have hot oil treatments will be to visit your preferred beauty parlor or some other beauty salon close to your place. While specialized treatments can provide you confidence, you are very likely to spend much more since they are highly priced. It will probably range between $30 to over $75. This can vary in accordance with various conditions such as the products they are applying, the hair dresser's working experience and the quantity required for you tresses that can be determined by your hair's quantity and fullness. Common treatment program comes with some rubs for your head, neck an shoulders.

If you do not wish to spend too much for your therapy, you may buy store-bought hot oil treatment merchandise. You can buy these items and do your own hot oil treatment for hair in your house. These products can be bought in nearly all drugstores and are priced from $15 and above. Generally, they can be bought in 4 or 5 tiny containers. Every single container is enough for one procedure unless of course if you've got lengthy or thick tresses. What you need to do would be to warm the jar of oil inside warm water and make use of your hands to rub all the oil to your moist locks fully. What's important will be to ensure that the hot oil is massaged perfectly to all strands within your hair. After that, wear a shower cap and then leave the hot oil on for the highly recommended time frame printed at the merchandise's usage guidelines. Should you wish to treat your hair, you can also try a heated towel. After patiently waiting it out, rinse off the oil and followed by shampoo your hair. Your hair ought to instantly really feel healthier and smoother.

Almost all hot oil treatment products sold in the marketplace are produced from essential oil coupled with natural oils. For this reason, if you wish, you are able to practically blend your own personal hot oil treatment product in your home. Do-it-yourself hot oil treatment for locks are effortless to produce. You can use essential olive oil, avocado oil or perhaps natural jojoba oil and combine it with honey or canola oil. Warm up the oil blend by simply putting them in a little container and after that leaving it on very hot water for a little bit. It's also possible to use microwave oven but then it's best not to heat it up excessively or you could injure your self. Using the home made hot oil treatment mix, massage it into your tresses just like a commercial product.

The most suitable hot oil treatment for tresses ranges for completely different individuals. It is recommended that you try various varieties to find the one that suits you the best whether or not it actually is self-made, store-bought or hair salon treatment method. If you consistently do hot oil treatment for tresses every week, you'll experience attractive and healthful hair.

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Saw Palmetto hair loss, The science behind this treatment

Chances are you have heard of saw palmetto. Hair loss is probably the last thing that you expected saw palmetto to be associated with, but as of late there have been many treatments out there that have been designed to alleviate the symptoms of losing hair and help re grow hair and this is just one of them.

It has been known to grow wild in some areas of the southern United States. It is known scientifically as Serenoa Repens, and was not always used by those losing hair. It has been known to have other health benefits, but was never thought to help with hair re growth.

It is still in its experimental stages in some forms, but more and more studies have been showing a positive link between hair regrowth and the plant that begs investigation and is giving hope to many people who are suffering from the loss of their hair.

The science behind this treatment is that it blocks the production of a type of hormone called DHT that has been known to contribute to hair falling out. If you have heard of the plant before, it is probably in relationship to some of the other things it has been known to help treat, such as prostate cancer and to contribute to the health of the prostate in general. It is only recently that it has been used in this respect, but it has proven a very worthy ingredient in many excellent treatments these days.

How did it come about as a treatment? For some time it has been used to treat prostate cancer and to promote the health of the prostate in many men. After some time, men began to notice that when they took the treatment they noticed that they were experiencing less baldness and even starting to grow hair in places where they thought they were going bald.

Science had to take advantage of this, and now things are in the works with it that are aimed at treating male pattern baldness. Nothing is for sure yet, but some treatments involving it have proven to be rather helpful and it is one of the least expensive types of treatments on the market today.

If you are looking for a new way to treat hair falling out, this just may be the thing for you. There are many different ways to go about treating hair loss and it is true that it is only in its experimental stages, but it is important to give different things a try to see what can work for you. These treatments are on the up and up; finding whether or not this can work for you is all that is left.

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Saw Palmetto hair loss, is the most effective methods?

The internet provided both men and women different resources as well as hair care products on how to prevent hair loss. However, it has been proven that some of the solutions presented online can be somehow ineffective. Wearing a wig is one of the solutions suggested, but synthetic hair can be easily distinguished from natural hair. Another option that is presented to the public is surgery – although this can be very effective, it can also cost a fortune, and is not really practical. What you need is an effective method of treatment that will help us resolve this common problem – an example of this is the Saw Palmetto hair loss treatment.

Saw Palmetto hair loss treatment is known to be one of the most effective methods to treat alopecia, or baldness in layman's term. DHT or Dihydrotestosterone is the hormone that usually causes baldness in both men and women – and with the said treatment, DHT is blocked in order to avoid hair loss. What is this treatment and is it safe for everyone to use?

Basically, saw palmetto is a herbal plant that is used to cure different forms of diseases over the years. Recently, it has been discovered that it can also be used to alleviate and cure hair loss, which is common in men but may also occur in women. Because of this discovery, a lot of individuals who have been suffering from baldness tried Saw Palmetto hair loss products and treatment and are happy with the results.

There are other hair loss treatment products that are well known to prevent alopecia. However, most of these treatments may be a bit more expensive than Saw Palmetto hair loss treatment. Prescription pills are an example – and you can only get a hold of these pills only if your physician prescribed this to you, and only if you have the budget to buy these products. And because Saw Palmetto hair loss products are made from natural ingredients, you can expect that there are minimal to no side effects compared to other products that are released in the international market.

Before, saw palmetto is being prescribed to those individuals to prevent cancer; some people on the other hand find it as an effective treatment for urinary infections. Over the years, further researches and studies were being conducted in order to bring out and maximize all the wonderful effects of this amazing herbal plant. And today, different manufacturers specializing in hair care and skin care products have started to include this herb in order to come up with a product that can treat baldness for both men and women.

The powerful herb that blocks DHT is most often incorporated in shampoo, conditioner and other hair care products so individuals can actually enjoy all of its advantages. Since a Saw Palmetto hair loss treatment is mostly used in shampoos and conditioner, it is proven to be effective with regard to targeting the root and hair tips to further prevent baldness. And unlike other forms of treatment, many individuals choose this hair care product because it is practical to everyone's budget, and it doesn't contain any harmful ingredients or chemicals that can cause more damage to the hair and scalp.

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Saw Palmetto & Hair Loss, why is it not in wider use?

Saw Palmetto & Hair Loss, A Novel Use Of An Intriguing Botanically Derived Ingredient. Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), commonly called pattern hair loss shares a striking degree of hormonal factors with other diseases including benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Over several decades, multiple European research studies have examined the use of saw palmetto in the setting of BPH. Until recently however, saw palmetto was not considered as a tool against hair loss. There are several reasons for this disparity.

To begin, a definitive biochemical connection between BPH and AGA was not fully worked out until quite recently. Also, inasmuch as saw palmetto is available in a number of forms and concentrations, it has been difficult to test its activity in a standardized dose. For another thing, saw palmetto, in its most concentrated form, LSESr (liposterolic extract of Serenoa repens) is notoriously difficult to combine with hydrophilic (water loving) materials, such as those desirable in hair treatment formulations. This limitation has tended to render the available dosage forms of LSESr less than ideal. Finally, saw palmetto, when exposed to the air, tends to oxidize readily, leading to rapid inactivation.

Despite these caveats, saw palmetto extract represents a genuinely exciting substance for incorporation into hair loss treatment compositions. Saw palmetto extract is like a biochemical stew, comprising multiple fatty acids and sterols, some, including betasitosterol, have been shown to block the enzyme 5 alpha-reductase (5AR) a key precursor of BPH and AGA.

Because 5AR is a critical feature of BPH and AGA, it has represented a highly attractive drug target for both disorders. Pharmacologic 5AR blockade has proven to be efficacious against AGA as well as BPH. Unfortunately, 5AR inhibiting drugs like finasteride and dutasteride have been linked to quite serious negative side effects, including feminizing birth defects. Fortuitously, this has not proven to be the case with saw palmetto.

So if saw palmetto represents a useful nutraceutical tool against hair loss, why is it not in wider use? Another interesting question is 'why aren't all saw palmetto-containing hair loss treatments equally effective?'. Clearly, they are not --- and here's part of the reason why. To begin, the macromolecules which make up the fatty acids and sterols in saw palmetto do not lend themselves to easy transport across the gastric mucosa (stomach lining) or the stratum corneum (outer layer of the skin). This tends to limit the utility of saw palmetto in the hair follicle, because one can either ingest saw palmetto or apply it to the scalp --- there's really no other way to get it into the hair follicle.

So, in order to deliver the key molecules to the target tissue, carefully chosen chaperone-substances must be used; and, indeed, these have proven to be extremely valuable in getting saw palmetto to work against hair loss. Certain botanically-based hair loss treatments, such as those successfully tested in placebo-controlled research, have been formulated with this key understanding in mind.

As has been learned through more than ten years of hair loss related research, saw palmetto, while not an ideal hair loss treatment 'in and of itself', constitutes a genuinely effective tool in careful combination with other substances. The art and science is knowing how much of each material to use, how to combine finicky substances like saw palmetto extract with other reagents, how to keep the admixture in solution, how to maintain potency, and other challenges.

The good news is that for the most part, these challenges have been solved --- at least in our lab. Published medical research supports this assertion. As time passes, newer and better hair loss treatments will undoubtedly be put together in our lab and other dedicated facilities. For the foreseeable future however, it is likely that saw palmetto will continue to play an interesting role.

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The best receding hairline treatment

The best receding hairline treatment is one that regrows hair quickly and safely. Finding a product like this can be tough. It can be hard to distinguish between the scams and the quality products that will produce good results. Here are 4 things to look for when trying to find an effective receding hairline treatment.

Tip #1 - Find out if the product is FDA approved to regrow hair. This is very important because you don't want to waste your time and money on a product that has never even been evaluated by the FDA.
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Tip #2- Are there customer testimonials? If the product has many testimonials that are positive it helps ensure that you are getting a quality product that is proven to work. If there are no customer testimonials on the website then RUN! This is a sign that they are trying to sell you a bogus hair loss prevention product.

Tip #3- Are there before and after photos? These photos are also a good sign that a product really does deliver good results. When someone is willing to let the company take a picture of their before and after hair loss photos it shows that they are confident that the product can help prevent hair loss.

Tip #4- Do they offer a guarantee? This is a BIGGIE! Hair regrowth products that don't offer a guarantee are 100% garbage. Don't purchase anything that doesn't offer you at least a 30 day money back guarantee. If the product really does work then they should have no problem being up front about a guarantee.

By using these 4 tips you should be able to find an excellent receding hairline treatment.

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Receding hairline treatment, bring out a more confident

Receding hairline can be very embarrassing, especially if you do not know of any receding hairline treatment. What one needs are good dht blockers to alleviate the problem of receding hair. Fortunately, there are only three simple steps when it comes to treating a receding hairline to bring out a more confident you without the worries of your hair going bald. Read on ahead to know more about how you can take matters in your own hands and put a stop to your problem with receding hairline.

Receding hairline treatment is very important (especially for men) because statistics show that having receding hairlines top the list of self-confidence killers in men. You can get receding hairline at any age – starting in puberty, even. The good news is that there are effective receding hairline treatment options out there that you can try. One such treatment would be dht blockers. Dht blockers are the new word of mouth among those searching for ways to treat receding hairlines. The chemical dht is responsible for shrinking hair follicles, so it is important to try a product that will prevent this from actually happening.

The first step in the receding hairline treatment is to preserve what hair you have left through dht blockers. DHT production-stoppage is the main goal because it is the number one cause of receding and falling hair. There are two ways to this first step: through finasteride and through minoxidil. The first one is usually known as Propecia, which is a very potent dht inhibitor and comes in a pill form. Taking dht blockers such as Propecia has very few side effects. These side effects are present in less than two percent of patients and include sexual side effects. These are prescriptions pills, by the way.

The second option in the range of dht blockers is minoxidil, which is more often known as Rogaine. It is an external treatment which is rubbed onto the head two times a day. It is also quite effective in 85% of its users. You do not need a prescription to avail of dht blockers such as Rogaine and it is also quite cheap. After this, the second step involves re-growing hair as much as you can, which can be both hard and easy. It's easy because the dht blockers do it for you, but it also takes time for the effects to take place (around one year for finasteride and within three to six months if you use minoxidil).

And finally, the third step is to spot the hair that did not grow back and replace it. You might have some bald spots and thinning hair even after using minoxidil and finasteride; these gaps are quite easy to fill up using hair replacement systems or hair transplant. Today's technology enables patients to undergo hair transplant surgery and leave them with amazingly natural-looking results. Moreover, the treatments are now more affordable than ever so more people can avail of it.

So there you have it – three simple steps in getting back that mane you once had. It might not be as lustrous as you remembered it, but it sure beats looking bald and awkward at your age!

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Receding hairline treatment, gain knowledge of the different

Receding hairlines can make men feel very frustrated. Scalp hair plays an important role in one's overall look, and a thinning hairline can be a serious blow to one's self esteem. Many men get tired of trying fancy hair care products that promise to stop hair fall. Most men get lured by television commercials and try new anti-hair fall shampoos or gels, but end up being very disappointed when they see no results. Although male baldness is an irreversible process and cannot be cured, one can still slow this condition down with hormone doses that can inhibit the process of receding hairline in men. A hormone called ‘5-alpha-reductase' is mainly responsible for causing hair follicles to die slowly. Certain medications have been developed that can trim down or hold back the effect of this hormone, thus halting receding hairlines. To gain knowledge of the different receding hairline treatments, read on.

Treatment For Receding Hairline

- Hair replacement surgery is probably one of the most effective surgical treatments for receding hairlines. Hair replacement surgeries include ‘micro grafts', ‘mini grafts', ‘slit grafts', ‘punch grafts', and ‘strip grafts'. Depending upon your pattern of baldness, cosmetologists will suggest a procedure that is best suitable for you. You may also opt for ‘tissue expansion', ‘scalp reduction', or ‘flap techniques', although these techniques are not very common and are quite expensive.

- ‘Hair plug surgery' can be another receding hairline treatment. In this treatment, small plugs of hair are taken and are surgically implanted on bald spots.

- If you are suffering from frontal and mid scalp hair loss, your doctor might recommend ‘finasteride', which is a synthetic anti-androgen drug that works by blocking ‘type II 5-alpha-reductase hormones'. This hormone is responsible for converting testosterone to dihydrotestosterone or DHT which is responsible for receding hairlines. The drug blocks this enzyme, thus controlling baldness in men.

- ‘Minoxidil' is another similar drug that helps in controlling receding hairlines in men. This drug can also be effectively used for treating frontal hair loss. The drug contains DHT inhibitors and works similar to finasteride by blocking the production of DHT.

- Prescription medication such as ‘rogaine' and ‘propecia' can assist in hair growth as well. However, consult your physician for a recommended dose.

- Combing hair using a ‘laser comb' is said to reduce hair loss. The laser comb is one of the latest products available in the market that has been designed specially to treat hair loss. Many people suffering from hair loss have claimed to have benefitted from this comb significantly.

- Advanced shampoos and conditioners stimulate and aid hair growth thus slowing down hair fall, if not completely stopping it.

Tips

- Many people prefer alternative methods of cutting and styling hair. For example, going completely bald or styling your hair in a different pattern can help conceal your receding hairline.
- If you want to avoid surgery, you can buy quality hair extensions.
- Most men don't take action until it's too late. Unless you are okay with your appearance or want to keep yourself hassle free, you need to take some measure to control your receding hairline. Act as soon as you notice early signs of receding hairline to avoid complete baldness later on.

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Hair loss after pregnancy, though a major concern for many women

Hair loss after pregnancy, though a major concern for many women, is a common side effect. It is known to affect almost 50% of the women. However, this hair loss, just like the other changes that occur during pregnancy is temporary in nature and there is no real hair loss cure for this. The cycle will return to normal on its own, so women need not worry about it. The frequent time period of excessive hair loss is roughly three to five months following the birth of the child, after which, the cycle gets back to the usual level within six months to one year.

Pregnancy brings about an increase in the level of the hormones progesterone as well as estrogen. This rise in hormones is the reason that keeps away pregnant women from losing hair. Therefore, at the time of pregnancy, larger amounts of hair go into the resting phase, as compared to the hair that would go into the resting phase in a non pregnancy state. Studies reveal that nearly 60% of the growing hair goes into the resting phase during pregnancy. Post delivery the level of the hormones fall and they are at a decreased level, subsequent to which the hair in the resting stage, begin to fall out. It is majorly due to the lower level of estrogen that the hair fall begins. In a non pregnant state, the resting hair fall at an interval of two to three months, and thus new hair grows, but due to pregnancy, this hair falls does not occur. In simple words, the regular hair loss that was postponed due to pregnancy causes this excessive hair loss. Thus, it can be stated that hair loss after pregnancy is due to the hormonal changes in the woman's body.

Hair loss can be associated with other reproductive health issues, and hair loss may well be caused by anything that calls for an alteration in the level of the estrogen hormone. Several women consume oral contraceptive pills so as to delay pregnancy, and when they wish to get pregnant, they discontinue the pills. This cessation of intake of birth control pills is a major reason for hair loss. Also, discontinuing of any other hormonal sort of birth control technique used to postpone pregnancy causes hair fall. Moreover, miscarriage often leads to loss of hair and so does abortion.

Women need to take care of their diet, in order to have healthier hair, not only during pregnancy, but also post pregnancy. Having a diet rich in vitamins is surely one way to reduce hair loss after pregnancy and is also a natural hair loss cure. Excessive hair loss may be due to deficiency in vitamins or minerals. The vitamins for hair loss reduction include vitamin B complex and vitamin E. Additionally, consumption of Biotin, vitamin C and zinc, among others is very important. It is essential to remember that these vitamins be taken in suitable doses, in consultation with the doctor, as over dose can be harmful.

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Saw palmetto hair loss treatment

Saw Palmetto & Hair Loss, A Novel Use Of An Intriguing Botanically Derived Ingredient. Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), commonly called pattern hair loss shares a striking degree of hormonal factors with other diseases including benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Over several decades, multiple European research studies have examined the use of saw palmetto in the setting of BPH. Until recently however, saw palmetto was not considered as a tool against hair loss. There are several reasons for this disparity.

To begin, a definitive biochemical connection between BPH and AGA was not fully worked out until quite recently. Also, inasmuch as saw palmetto is available in a number of forms and concentrations, it has been difficult to test its activity in a standardized dose. For another thing, saw palmetto, in its most concentrated form, LSESr (liposterolic extract of Serenoa repens) is notoriously difficult to combine with hydrophilic (water loving) materials, such as those desirable in hair treatment formulations. This limitation has tended to render the available dosage forms of LSESr less than ideal. Finally, saw palmetto, when exposed to the air, tends to oxidize readily, leading to rapid inactivation.

Despite these caveats, saw palmetto extract represents a genuinely exciting substance for incorporation into hair loss treatment compositions. Saw palmetto extract is like a biochemical stew, comprising multiple fatty acids and sterols, some, including betasitosterol, have been shown to block the enzyme 5 alpha-reductase (5AR) a key precursor of BPH and AGA.

Because 5AR is a critical feature of BPH and AGA, it has represented a highly attractive drug target for both disorders. Pharmacologic 5AR blockade has proven to be efficacious against AGA as well as BPH. Unfortunately, 5AR inhibiting drugs like finasteride and dutasteride have been linked to quite serious negative side effects, including feminizing birth defects. Fortuitously, this has not proven to be the case with saw palmetto.

So if saw palmetto represents a useful nutraceutical tool against hair loss, why is it not in wider use? Another interesting question is 'why aren't all saw palmetto-containing hair loss treatments equally effective?'. Clearly, they are not --- and here's part of the reason why. To begin, the macromolecules which make up the fatty acids and sterols in saw palmetto do not lend themselves to easy transport across the gastric mucosa (stomach lining) or the stratum corneum (outer layer of the skin). This tends to limit the utility of saw palmetto in the hair follicle, because one can either ingest saw palmetto or apply it to the scalp --- there's really no other way to get it into the hair follicle.

So, in order to deliver the key molecules to the target tissue, carefully chosen chaperone-substances must be used; and, indeed, these have proven to be extremely valuable in getting saw palmetto to work against hair loss. Certain botanically-based hair loss treatments, such as those successfully tested in placebo-controlled research, have been formulated with this key understanding in mind.

As has been learned through more than ten years of hair loss related research, saw palmetto, while not an ideal hair loss treatment 'in and of itself', constitutes a genuinely effective tool in careful combination with other substances. The art and science is knowing how much of each material to use, how to combine finicky substances like saw palmetto extract with other reagents, how to keep the admixture in solution, how to maintain potency, and other challenges.

The good news is that for the most part, these challenges have been solved --- at least in our lab. Published medical research supports this assertion. As time passes, newer and better hair loss treatments will undoubtedly be put together in our lab and other dedicated facilities. For the foreseeable future however, it is likely that saw palmetto will continue to play an interesting role.

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While seborrheic dermatitis can easily be treated

There can be several disorders or diseases that result in hair loss. Hair loss is an indication that there can be a problem that is happening inside your body. One disorder that is related to the changes on the scalp is known as seborrheic dermatitis. This is a common inherited disorder and should be treated continuously and as soon as possible.

Seborrheic dermatitis is also often known as dandruff, eczema or cradle cap. When you have seborrheic dermatitis, you experience a change in the skin texture on your scalp. This will include either greasy or oily areas over the scalp or white flakes that are coming from your scalp. You are also likely to experience itching and redness in the scalp area, and also hair loss.

If you notice any of the above mentioned symptoms, then you may be having seborrheic dermatitis. For treatment, you can use a medicated shampoo for direct application on your scalp. Depending on the shampoo, it will contain a variety of ingredients that will help.

If the medicated shampoo fails to arrest your hair loss and scalp disorder, you can get a prescribed medication from a health care provider in order to get rid of seborrheic dermatitis. These shampoos will contain medications such as salicylic acid, coal tar, zinc, resorcin and selenium. The prescribed medications will have stronger amounts of these ingredients in them, as well as added ketoconazole and corticosteroids. You can also massage your head in order to get the balance in the scalp back to a normal condition. This is especially effective with children who are dealing with seborrheic dermatitis.

While seborrheic dermatitis can easily be treated with the right shampoos and care for the hair, it cannot easily be prevented. Once you have the symptoms, it will be likely that you may get them again. You will need to continue to use the shampoos that have the medication in them and take the necessary measures in order to prevent the problem from coming back.

In addition, make sure that you have an adequate supply of essential vitamins and supplements. As always, a healthy diet helps. Adopt good hair care tips to prevent more hair loss.

If you are having a difficult time from preventing this problem, then you can consult a health care provider about possible treatments. Having an understanding seborrheic dermatitis and knowing how to treat the problem will help you in maintaining a healthy scalp and hair.

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Nizoral hair loss treatment

Nizoral shampoo works well on dandruff and in turn prevents hair loss. There are two types of them. Nizoral mild shampoo contains 1% of ketkconazole, thus increasing hair volume and lessening hair fall. 2% concentration of ketkconazole is present in anti-dandruff shampoo for treating severe dandruff problem.

A study conducted found that Nizoral Shampoo users possess 20% less hair loss in comparison with other shampoo users. It was also seen that it increased anagen-phase hair follicles. On the whole, it is a known fact that hair loss is something no one can accept. Hair loss is emotionally disheartening and thus hair loss is a severe problem for most of the people. Particularly in women, this problem is considered to be really serious. A lot of people are worried about this fact that hair loss is unavoidable due to the diet we take these days.

Our diets are definitely not balanced and the genetically modified food is not healthy enough to ensure health. Therefore, a lot of people face problems like hair loss. There are few natural and synthetic combats to the problem of hair loss, which can save you from this awkwardness. They are one of the best ways to combat hair loss.

Nizoral shampoos are a dandruff treatment shampoo and are never advertised as a hair fall therapy shampoo. Studies prove that Nizoral Shampoo gives you a dandruff free scalp and thicker hair growth.

Nizoral successfully drives away itching, irritation and at the same time speeds up hair growth. This shampoo can be bought from leading online store and is the only shampoo in the market that can make dandruff disappear effectively and efficiently. It is a noteworthy shampoo that helps bring down the DHT level in the scalp as well as effectively treats fungal infection.

Nizoral Dandruff Shampoo successfully deals with dandruff and helps to defeat hair loss. Nizoral Shampoo if used regularly also helps in preventing its returning. It should be employed twice a week. This shampoo is free from perfumes and cleans the hair leaving them controllable and strong.

Nizoral shampoo effectively fights against hair loss, because it fundamentally fights injections caused by yeast or fungus. Despite the fact that, it cures fungal infection it is more popularly known as Nizoral anti-dandruff shampoo. It is also advised that people allergic to any of the ingredients present in Nizoral, children and aged people should consult their doctor prior to using this shampoo. Overuse of Nizoral Shampoo might possibly leave your hair look even more dry, dull and infertile.

These are few of the important points about Nizoral shampoos. This shampoo is a great help to those who are interested in finding a remedy to their dandruff and hair loss problems. In this way the hair loss issue can be dealt with permanently.

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In order to understand postpartum hair loss

There are numerous images in our society associated with the process of childbirth. Cravings for pickles and ice cream are passed off as a common side effect, but postpartum hair loss tends to hit new mothers as a surprise a few months after delivery.

In order to understand postpartum hair loss, it is necessary to observe the way hair behaves on a regular basis. At any given time, there are about 100, 000 hairs growing in the scalp and each day anywhere from 50 to 200 hairs are shed into the hairbrush, shower drain or just into the environment. The hairs that are not being shed, that make up about 85-95% of the head, are growing and these are the types that would cause pain to pull out. The rest are in a “resting stage”. During this stage, even a slight tug would cause the hair to fall out in order to make way for new hair to begin growing.

During pregnancy, this whole cycle changes dramatically and this change leads to eventual postpartum hair loss. The high hormone levels in a pregnant woman’s body increase the growing stage of each hair meaning that there are fewer hairs in the “resting stage”. Many women notice shiny, silky and thick hair during pregnancy that has no split ends and rarely falls out. After childbirth, the body goes back to a normal hormone level and all of the hairs whose development was lengthened now enter the “resting stage”. Therefore, postpartum hair loss occurs.

Postpartum hair loss is a temporary condition and tends to disappear about six to twelve months after delivery or two to three months after the hair loss begins. There is no need for treatment of postpartum hair loss, but excessive (but not vigorous) brushing may help remove the hairs that are ready to be replaced by new growth and therefore speed up the process. It is important to note that postpartum hair loss is natural and is nothing to worry about.

It is disappointing for a woman to have such symptoms when she thought the effects of pregnancy were already over. There are ways to feel better despite postpartum hair loss. One memorable tip is to get a nice haircut and style hair often having fun with it. Good quality shampoo and conditioner will not make a big difference to postpartum hair loss, but it will make the hair smooth and shiny while the process is taking place. There are also many products that can make hair look fuller in the meantime. It is also advisable to have a diet full of protein and consider taking vitamins.

It is important to note that postpartum hair loss should stop by the baby’s first birthday. If it continues past then, the hair loss may be related to any number of conditions such as hypothyroidism or anemia. It is very important to see a doctor if the symptoms continue for too long.

Postpartum hair loss can take quite a toll on a new mother. However, with the right attitude and a good regimen of care for the condition, it is possible to emerge at the other side healthy and worry free with beautiful hair.

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