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Treatment of Hair Loss and Thinning

Wednesday, February 18th, 2009

Hair loss is a cosmetic problems faced by people all over the globe. But from home remedies to surgical interventions, it is possible to treat hair loss.

A tried and tested remedy is to apply olive oil overnight, which can be washed the next day. Nutritional status is also a major factor, so ensure that your diet is sufficiently balanced. Any sort of systemic disease can affect your hair growth drastically.

But before you seek any treatment, try changing your hairstyle or reduce your hair length. If there’s a bald patch, comb in such a way that it covers the patch. Shorter hair appears thicker than longer hair. Even highlighting a part of your hair, to create a distraction can be done. In this regards, it is better to consult a barber or some styling professional.

Shampoos these days are suited for various hair types. Research a little and you’ll find one, which attends to your hair needs.

If none of these work, there’s still hope. Hair extensions and bonding are some procedures by which hair can be extended and made to appear fuller.

Hair loss concealer is a product, which builds the hair fibers. This results in denser hair growth in those parts where it is used.

Hair transplant, a recent method utilizes the concept of transplantation of hair from an active site of hair growth. Although it assures of permanent solution to hair loss, cost of the treatment is high.

Hair loss can occur due to many reasons, but with the advent of many procedures, it is no more a feared condition.

Treatment for Hair Growth

Wednesday, February 18th, 2009

Hair loss has been a sensitive problem for men, since times immemorial. The two main causes of hair loss in men are genetics and hormonal imbalances. 95% of men suffer from androgenetic alopecia or male pattern hair loss. But now the scientists have found out that the major cause of hair loss is DHT (dihydrotestostrone).

How DHT affects hair loss: DHT is a male hormone that plays an important role in the development of men in the initial stages. But it also has an adverse effect on the male hairline. It results in the shrinkage of hair follicle till it is unable to generate any new hair. Higher the level of DHT means smaller the size of hair follicle. In the end, the hair follicle becomes so small that no new hair grows. Hair follows a cycle of expansion, falling out and new expansion. With high levels of DHT, the time for expansion and falling out phases is reduced. This causes the hair on the scalp to thin.

Medical treatment for hair loss: The foundation of strong, healthy hair is good nutrition. To supplement it, the new formula Provillus was designed. It prevents DHT from reaching the body and supply necessary foods to the body. These foods are specially meant for healthy hair. Along with a healthy diet, Provillus helps you to get those lustrous locks.

Minerals and vitamins needed to grow new hair: Vitamin B6 is one of the major vitamins needed for growth of new hair. It is needed for good health and healthy hair. Protein is a major nutrient needed for hair and vitamin B6 plays an important role in metabolizing protein. Biotin, a portion of the Vitamin B complex is another major vitamin needed for healthy hair, scalp and nails. Magnesium is necessary for energy metabolism, protein synthesis, neuromuscular transmission bone structure and hair expansion. Zinc is necessary of fitness, boosting immune system, cell division and keeping every tissue of hair, nails and skin in excellent condition.