Nicotine & Hair Loss
There is a wide array of factors that can contribute to hair loss, some more obvious than others. When examining health issues that can contribute to hair thinning, it is worth considering whether there is a link between smoking and hair loss. First of all, this is really a question about nicotine intake. These days […]
What’s the Difference Between a Mature Hairline and a Receding Hairline?
When it comes to hair loss, there is a lot of terminology used that can be confusing to those not versed in the particulars of the subject. One of these points of confusion is between two seemingly similar, but quite different, terms: mature hairline and receding hairline. As part of Hairstyle Appreciation Day, we would […]
How Stress Can Cause Hair Loss
It’s undeniable: stress is hard on our bodies. Stress can have a negative impact on all the body’s major systems: cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, nervous, endocrine, and reproductive. It can even affect our appearance, wreaking havoc on our skin and hair. In observance of National Stress Awareness Month, we will examine how stress harms our […]
Can Drinking Just One Glass of Soda Lead To Hair Loss?
We’ve all heard how what we put into our bodies can have an impact on our overall hair health. Different kinds of foods and medications can affect our blood vessels – which bring nutrients to our hair follicles as well as our skin. Many fried and oily foods can be linked to poor health, which […]
Why More Men are Getting Hair Transplants
It’s an astounding statistic: According to the International Society for Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), 1 in 13 men will have a hair transplant during his lifetime. Hair replacement, like other cosmetic procedures, is gaining in popularity every year and truly has gone mainstream.
Tea Tree Oil and Hair
Tea tree oil is good for a lot of things from pimples to dry skin… but is it good for your hair? Sometimes it’s nice to be able to answer questions with a resounding, “Yes!” That said, tea tree oil is not for everyone. The smell is strong, and some people find it unpleasant. It […]
Normal Shedding or Hair Loss: What Is The Difference?
You’re brushing your hair and, when you’re done, there is a significant amount of hair that is now on your brush and not your head. You wake up in the morning to find loose hairs on your pillow. In these (and similar) circumstances, thoughts often stray to the possibility of hair loss. However, there is […]
Does Hair Loss Affect Your Career?
For many of us, our careers are one of the single most stressful aspects of our day-to-day lives. Our financial futures, health insurance, where we live, and much more are determined – to no small degree – by the jobs that we hold. This leads us to closely examine what may or may not help […]
Post-Restoration Tips for a Healthy Scalp
Hair loss is inevitable for most people. In fact, about half of the population will be affected by male or female pattern baldness during their lifetimes alone. Once you include other forms of baldness, it’s easy to see how most people will experience hair loss eventually. While some of those forms of hair loss – […]
Saw Palmetto and Hair Loss
There are many treatments available in today’s battle against hair loss, and for the average person, it can be a lot to keep track of – topical medications, high-tech solutions ranging from platelet-rich plasma therapy to robotic hair transplant, and a bewildering array of dietary supplements. In order to clear things up a bit, let’s […]