Green Tea For Hair Loss

Green tea is known as one of the most common and the most therapeutic beverages on earth. This tea originates from China and it is extremely popular in Japan and other nations of the Far East. Many people love and drink green tea very much, and some actually hate it. It is considered one of [...]

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Effective Tips For Hair Loss Prevention

The problems of hair loss, weak or brittle hair and ineffective hair care are among the most topical issues in modern beauty care society. Nowadays, a great deal of women started experiencing serious hair loss right after the age of 25-30, caused by numerous personal and environmental factors. For most of them, this problem turned [...]

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Top 7 Reasons For Hair Loss In Women

Nowadays, a great deal of women start suffering from hair loss in pretty much young age, and it’s quite hard to find a woman in her early 30s, who would never have to face this problem. In our times, hair loss in women is something very common, and there is a great deal of studies [...]

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Tips For A Proper Hair Care

If you are among the ones who are fighting against such problems as thinning hair, hair loss, hair greying and brittle hair, you should consider the following recommendations and suggestions of experienced hair care specialists which can assist you in your efforts and make your hair looking great and gorgeous again.

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Top 5 Tips On How To Prevent Hair Loss In Women

Hair loss is a very familiar problem both for modern men and women. Till recently, it was considered that men are usually more affected by this embarrassing condition, however, nowadays more and more ladies start developing this problem in quite early age. It is a known fact that such issues as aging, hormonal changes, environmental [...]

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Short Hair: How to Choose a Good Haircut

Posted by kelebek on April 7th, 2009

square-faceIt is considered that short hair is associated with less problems for the owner of such type of hair. It is easier to wash such hair, it gets dried faster and is not connected with spending a lot of shampoo, conditioner or other hair care products. Therefore, having short hair helps to do some sort of economy. In addition, such hair can be styled in many different ways and in smaller amount of time than it is usually takes to style long hair. Finally, shorter hair makes us feel more comfortable and enjoyable in hot weather. However, having short hair is linked to one important issue, namely choosing a good haircut which will match your face shape.

Experts define several most common shapes of face. Those include oval, round, triangular, rectangular, diamond, heart, etc. Undoubtedly, when choosing a haircut it is absolutely necessary to take into consideration the shape of your face since not all cuts are compatible with all face shapes. In order to avoid a mistake and not to make a wrong choice, do not hesitate to use an advice or opinion of professional hairdressers or hair stylists, who can give you an idea which hair style can be good for your particular situation.

oval-faceThe faces of oval shape have high foreheads and quite narrow round chin. This shape is the most common and the most balanced, so almost any type of hair style will work great to the people with oval faces. The people with round faces also have quite wide freedom in choosing a haircut, but they should prefer some style which will have a certain fullness over their ears. Those who have a square shaped face should opt for a tall haircut with a lot of hair at the crown.

triangular-faceTriangular faces are characterized with a great wideness of chin and narrowing top of the head. A layered haircut with a good volume can be recommended for the people with triangular faces, as well as for the ones with heart-shaped faces. The people with diamond shaped faces should avoid tall hair styling and prefer more fullness over their ears. Finally, if you have a rectangular face with high forehead and quite massive chin, you should go for something like a shoulder-length style, preferably with some fringe.

Simple Hair Care Tips for All Modern Women

Posted by kelebek on March 21st, 2009

long-hair-careUnfortunately, it is quite common among today’s women not to take a proper care about their hair. This happens not only due to a usual lack of time and numerous other problems that we all have to solve in our daily life. In addition to our daily activities and stresses, not every one of us has all necessary and correct information about the most effective techniques of proper hair care. Below, there are some pieces of good advice from the experts to everyone, who wants hair to look gorgeous and fresh all the time.

  • Even if you have long hair and do not visit your hairdresser frequently, you should cut the edges of your hair every 3-4 months. Ths should be done regularly in order to avoid too weak and split ends, as well as to make your hair look better.
  • If you are the one who does not use any sort of coloration, time to time use hair color rinse or just an old-fashioned henna to deepen and sharpen the color of your hair. It will assist you in making your hair look shiny and refreshed. Do not forget to wash your hair regularly and keep your scalp in a proper condition.
  • When you choose a shampoo for yourself, do not look for something cheap. Choose a shampoo according to your hair type. Try using spray on hair conditioners, they are supposed to be more effective for making your hair more rich, flexible and easy to comb.
  • Comb your hair minimum 2 times a day with a wooden comb or special brushes with plastic tops.
  • At least once a month do various hair masks: nourishing, moisturizing or restorative. Do not forget to protect your hair against sunlight using hats or special sprays with SPF-filters.

Saw Palmetto Helps to Prevent Hair Loss

Posted by kelebek on February 28th, 2009

Saw PalmettoSaw Palmetto (Sabal serrulata or Serenoa repens) is a unique herb, which is used in a great number of effective products for hair loss prevention. Black berries of Saw Palmetto have been used in Europe for decades for their therapeutic properties to ease the symptoms of cell proliferation, inflammations and benign prostatic gland enlargement. However, in the U.S., this natural remedy has been used since the times of ancient civilizations. For example, the Mayans used Saw Palmetto for its excellent tonic and antiseptic properties. Now, Saw Palmetto plants grow naturally in Georgia, Florida and some other Southern states.

The main advantage of Saw Palmetto products for hair loss prevention is its natural ability to block the 5-alpha reductase enzyme responsible for testosterone conversion to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This conversion is considered to be one of the main factors causing the progression of hair thinning and hair loss (Androgenic Alopecia), both male and female patterns.  DHT causes shrinking of hair follicles in men, that results in slowed down hair development, hair thinning and baldness. In addition, it was reported that in many cases the conversion of testosterone to DHT promotes hair growth in the places where it is unwanted.

Saw Palmetto SupplementNowadays, Saw Palmetto is among the most effective ingredients of many products designed for hair loss treatment. It is possible to name, first of all, Provillus, one of the most popular and demanded natural treatments for hair loss. Also, it is possible to purchase various anti-hair loss shampoos and lotions containing Saw Palmetto extracts. In addition, you can benefit from miraculous therapeutic properties of Saw Palmetto by using it as a nutritional supplement. This herbal remedy should be used by every modern man, who is concerned about his health, good look and well-being.

Saw Palmetto products are consided to be quite safe and non-toxic. However, it is recommended to consult a health care specialist before using Saw Palmetto supplements, extracts or pills on a regular basis. There are certain unwanted side effects, which include constipation, nausea, stomach pains, as well as more serious health conditions in rare cases. However, in the majority of the situations using Saw Palmetto lotions or shampoos (externally) is not connected with the stated side effects. Finally, pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid using this natural remedy.

Natural Hair Loss Solutions from Your Kitchen

Posted by kelebek on January 27th, 2009

HerbsMany people prefer looking for natural solutions for their ailments and health concerns believing that our Mother Nature has keys for any problem of ours. Nowadays, natural remedies, such as plant extracts and tinctures, various brews and teas, are extremely popular and demanded. Natural remedies have numerous advantages: using them is connected with less side effects and pain. Besides, natural remedies can help us avoid extra expenses, unlike modern advanced medical treatments. However, if you rely on natural remedies only, you should be patient as it takes longer to receive stable positive results.

There is a great deal of natural treatments for hair loss, which include mostly herbs and essential oils. They can be easily prepared and used by everyone at home. Moreover, did you know that many effective hair loss solutions can be found right away in your kitchen? Below, there are some natural remedies for hair loss reduction and prevention, which are frequently used by today’s housewives and must be available at every kitchen:

  • Red Pepper. You can use red pepper as a poultice and apply directly to the balding spots. The main effect is to cause a little skin irritation and stimulate blood flow to your head, which, in turn, is supposed to encourage hair re-growth.
  • Onions. A solution of onion juice can be rubbed into the scalp before shampooing. Also, onion juice can be used as a component of special hair masks and poultices.
  • Garlic. It is very effective to do scalp massages with some drips of garlic juice before applying shampoo to your hair. However, garlic odor will be left for some time, no matter what kind of shampoo is used.
  • Sage and Apple Vinegar. A mixture of 4 ounces of apple vinegar and 10 drops of sage essential oil improves the condition of your scalp and helps to create a very good environment for hair re-growth. Rub this mixture into your scalp and keep it for 30 minutes, then use your shampoo. Remember that this procedure can have some slight drying effects on your scalp.
  • Rosemary oil. It is a very strong hair growth stimulant, which can be massaged directly into your scalp (if you have sensitive skin, you can add some Jojoba oil) after washing your hair. It is quite safe remedy (which, however, must not be used by pregnant women) and in few months its effects must be noticeable.
  • Safflower Oil, Lavender Oil, Bay Oil or Cedar oil. These essential oils stimulate blood circulation and allow more nutrients to be delivered to your scalp. Also, they have positive effects on the skin, heal and clean it, make it smoother. Rubbing essential oils into your scalp regularly is a great treatment to control hair loss, especially for women.

Medicines Which Can Cause Hair Loss

Posted by kelebek on December 19th, 2008

MedicationsIt is a known fact that using certain medicines is one of the most important causes of hair loss. A number of popular pharmaceuticals can interfere with the hair cycle and become a reason of hair thinning and falling out. Usually, medications trigger such types of hair loss as telogen effluvium and anagen effluvium. Sometimes hair starts falling out very soon, in 1-2 weeks after taking medicines, sometimes it takes 3-4 months to notice the problem. Fortunately, specialists are convinced that hair loss caused by medicines is reversible (especially in women), however, it is absolutely necessary to be very attentive and consider all possible side effects of the drugs we take.

Such medicines as cancer treatments (Chemotherapy)and antineoplastic drugs are closely linked to hair loss. Antidepressants (known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) like Prozac, Celexa, Lithium, Zoloft, Paxil and others are also very common drugs which damage hair follicles and cause hair loss. This problem is associated with amino acid and protein depletion while taking these medicines, as a result of which our hair receives less amount of necessary proteins and nutrients for proper growth and development. Accutane (isotretinoin) is one more quite common medicine associated with hair loss. It is an acne treatment, which is reported to cause hair loss symptoms, mostly in teenagers and young people. The patterns and severity of hair loss caused by Accutane are strictly individual in every person.

A very important group of medicines frequently causing hair loss includes the pharmaceuticals, which affect our hormonal balance: various types of steroids and birth control pills are the most common drugs of this group. Sometimes, hair can start falling out after taking medicines with high content of Vitamin A in large doses. Finally, the following groups of medicines can also put you at a higher risk of having hair loss as a side effect: cholesterol and thyroid medications, diuretics, blood-thinners and the medicines for blood pressure regulation, anti-coagulants, gout and seizure medications, diet pills and so on.

It is possible to find online many detailed lists of the pharmaceuticals or substances that can possibly cause hair loss and other related problems. Certainly, every particular medicine from those lists can affect normal development of your hair in different degrees, from common to quite rare. In order to prevent possible hair loss as a side effect of using such medicines, you need to learn which pharmaceuticals cause hair loss and avoid taking them. Talk to your doctor and look for effective alternative treatments. If you are already suffering from hair loss caused by taking a medicine, do not panic and try effectice natural treatments for this problem, such as Provillus Hair Loss Treatment.

How Much Hair Loss Is Normal: Hair Loss Evaluation for Women

Posted by kelebek on November 6th, 2008

Beautiful Hair StyleHair loss is a problem familiar to many modern women, and the majority of them regularly experience hair loss to a certain degree. Some women notice their hair left on the comb or hairbrush, some see their hair falling out while they are combing, and some find their strands on the clothes and pillow. Sometimes, such hair loss lasts for months. When the problem does not seem to resolve itself naturally and, probably, can be stopped only by some medical treatment, women start thinking about visiting a trichologist. We all know that there are acceptable amounts of hair falling out, but how to understand, whether your hair loss is normal, or it is already the time to see a doctor?

Specialists argue that losing from 30 to 100 hairs a day, depending on your age, current health situation, your hair’s life cycle and the type of skin, must be considered normal. However, under effects of such factors as dieting, excessive weight loss, intense stresses and worries, illnesses, taking medications, aging, iron deficiency, and others, your hair loss can increase, but still remain normal. Finally, such factor as seasonal hair loss must be taken into consideration. Experts warn that in autumn our hair achieves the final stage of its maturity cycle, that is why during the period from October till December we can start losing hair more actively.

The Pull TestSeveral tests can be done in order to check out the seriousness of every particular hair loss problem. Some specialists recommend the “pull test”: take a wisp of about 60 hair strands and pull it firmly, but gently. If more than 5-7 hairs came out easily, you really need to see a doctor. Another test I am going to offer is more effective and precise, and it allows women with any type of skin to evaluate their current hair loss situation. Wash you hair the way you usually do, dry it and leave for 12 hours to rest (you can do this before going to sleep, for example). In 12 hours after washing, comb your hair well (but nor aggressively) and check out, how many strands fell out (on the floor and on your clothes). Count the hairs: if there are less than 40-50 of those, you have no reason to worry and your hair loss is quite normal.

Finally, sometimes women confuse hair falling out with hair breakage, which is usually caused by hair mistreatment (chemicals, heat damage, hair over-processing, etc.) and is not connected with serious internal problems you need to worry about. However, if you are really distressed about the situation with your hair, consult a trichologist, who can make serious diagnostic tests (including blood test, skin test, skin and hair scrapings, hair mineral analysis test, etc.), determine the actual condition of your scalp and hair, and, if necessary, recommend several effective hair loss treatment options, which are available in a great variety nowadays.

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