Weight Loss Drugs and Hair Loss
With the current popularity of weight loss drugs (like Wegovy and Ozempic), some people are reporting that the weight loss aids also cause hair loss. Yet doctors say weight loss medications have no impact on hair growth while confirming that people taking those medications are sometimes experiencing hair loss. Sound contradictory? The reason is actually […]
How Does Melatonin Affect Your Hair?
Melatonin is naturally produced by the human body. It’s also taken a popular dietary supplement and a natural sleep aid. Safe, non-addictive, and easily found over the counter, it has been proven to have multiple positive effects on the body and possesses few side effects – but is hair loss one of its rare side […]
What Are 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors?
The enzyme 5-alpha-reductase is present in the prostate, liver, and skin. In childhood and adolescence, it plays a crucial role in prostate and hair growth. Unfortunately, in adulthood, it can lead to an overabundance of dihydrotestosterone which – among other issues – contributes to androgenic alopecia (also known as male pattern baldness).
Does Shampoo Really Thicken Hair?
So many myths exist about thinning hair or hair loss, as well as distortions, and even more of them about hair thickening products. There seems to be an almost endless array of things that claim to end or reverse hair loss, and many – if not most – of them are worthy of skepticism. In […]
What Are Hair Fibers?
If you are experiencing thinning hair and aren’t ready to consider undergoing a hair replacement procedure… hair fibers are a cost-effective, minimally invasive way to camouflage hair loss and to give the appearance of thicker, fuller hair.
Do Antihistamines Help Alopecia?
There are many causes for hair loss that are instigated by different factors including illness, stress, and genetics. For the vast majority of us, hair thinning or loss is a reality that we will have to face at some point… whether it be temporary or permanent. One form of hair loss caused by illness is […]
Can a Mayonnaise Hair Mask Promote Hair Growth
A hair mask is a treatment used to strengthen and hydrate dry and damaged hair to help restore balance and shine. Hair masks are more concentrated than your typical conditioner and left on your hair for much longer (20 minutes to several hours). They can be bought in stores… though there are many homemade masks […]
Are Saltwater Pools Better for Your Hair?
Folk wisdom states that swimming in the ocean is good for your hair. Many people make a point of soaking in saltwater pools or the ocean with just this aphorism in mind. How much of this idea is based on fact, and how much on fancy? Let’s take a closer look at the effects of […]
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 […]
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 […]