Tips That Allow For Thicker Hair Growth

It can be a really tough task trying to turn thin hair into a beautiful head of lustrous thick hair. A lot of times it's the products we use on our hair that ends up causing us to lose our hair earlier than we expect.

Before you dive into the tips outlined in this article, there are some things you need to know in order to ensure you thicken your hair effectively. Like I mentioned before it's often times the types of hair treatments we use that affect hair growth.

For instance take note of how shampoo can be devastating to your hair. Over 90% of them contain additive chemical agents that are there for the sole purpose of alleviating oils and dirt from the hair and scalp. Now there is nothing wrong with wanting to keep your hair clean. That's part of good hygiene.

The problem lies in using just anything that's cheap or whatever you can get your hands on. And for all of those shampoo products out there that contain all of those additives, this can spell disaster. Many of them strip the hair out over time. You won't see it today or tomorrow, but it will happen as long as you're using that product.

What you may want to do is aim at using natural, herbal shampoo agents. These are not only safe for your hair, but they contain the exact chemical properties needed in order to make your hair grow back thicker.
One little tip that a friend of mine revealed to me for instant hair thickening involves baking soda. Take a few tablespoonsful of it and add it to your shampoo. This will coat the strands and give them that body that they need. There are a ton of things you can do for more hair growth as well as hair that's thicker. You just have to know where to look for the best help.

Thinning Hair in Women: Warning Sign of Underlying Health Issues

Hair is probably a woman's most important feature. Signs of thinning hair can take the sail out of almost any woman's day. It may seem vain to pay so much attention to hair, but signs of thinning hair are really the first signals of such conditions as hormonal imbalance, vitamin deficiency, excessive stress or poor nutrition, all symptoms of declining health status. Paying attention to hair can reveal developing conditions before they get out of control. When you have restored your hair to a full head of vibrant healthy strands, chances are the rest of your body will also exhibit vibrant health.

Nutritional deficiencies may be signaled by thinning hair

Your hair loss may be caused by vitamin D deficiency. Studies show that a large segment of the American population is deficient in this essential nutrient, with hair loss being one of the primary symptoms of this deficiency.

The vitamin D receptor (VDR) is expressed in numerous cells and tissues of the body, including the skin. Studies of mice and humans lacking these functional receptors have demonstrated that absence of the VDR leads to the development of alopecia, a fancy word for hair loss. Hair loss may be an early warning that you are at risk of other maladies linked to a deficiency of vitamin D. The list includes diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease, depression, multiple sclerosis, gum disease, seasonal influenza and tuberculosis.

Lack of exposure to the sun almost guarantees vitamin D deficiency. Researchers have mapped the U.S. and found that the farther north a person lives, the more likely she is to have vitamin D deficiency. If access to the sun is not an option, supplementing vitamin D with cod liver oil, or capsules of D3 will help. It is now suggested that women receive a minimum of 2,000 units of vitamin D per day. Many cutting edge practioners advocate 10,000 units per day, the amount obtained from a day wearing a bathing suit in the summer sun.

Omega 3 fatty acids affect the biological process of vitamin D. They are responsible for producing cholesterol and at the same time for removing its excess, as well as for most other bodily functions. In order to manufacture vitamin D, the body needs cholesterol. If the diet does not contain enough essential fatty acids, the body can't produce its own vitamin D. In addition to containing usable vitamin D, cod liver oil also provides omega 3 fatty acids.

Hair loss may also be the result of deficiencies of the amino acid lysine, copper, and zinc. However, if your diet is comprised of a wide selection of whole foods including daily servings of fresh vegetables and fruits, this may not be the cause of your hair loss, especially if you are getting enough protein. Hair stands are composed of protein, but if the diet is short on it, the wisdom of the body will divert its use from making hair to sustaining more necessary bodily functions. Taking a whole food supplement such as bee pollen, spirulina or chlorella will help with getting and assimilating needed amounts of the full spectrum of nutrients.

Thinning hair may reflect hormonal imbalance

A woman's hormones can begin to decline and lose balance as early as the 30's. One of the most shocking examples of this imbalance is hair growth appearing on the upper lip or chin, or a coarsening of hair on the rest of the body while the hair on the head thins. This is most likely the result of excessive dihydrotestosterone (DHT) conversion. Although estrogen is the primary hormone of women, they also produce testosterone and other androgens such as DHEA. As the body ages women may begin to convert these androgens to DHT just as men do. Women with a history of polycystic ovarian syndrome tend to have higher levels of testosterone and DHT than other women, and may be more susceptible to this excessive conversion.

To find out if hormonal imbalance is causing hair loss, full range hormone testing can be done. Physicians who administer bio-identical hormones can provide this testing, as well as physicians who specialize in anti-aging medicine. If this is not an option, there are reliable laboratories available online that receive specimens of saliva by mail and provide complete hormone testing results.

Supplements of saw palmetto prevent the excessive conversion of androgens to DHT. It is an herb that comes from the flowers of a beautiful palm tree known as saw palmetto or sabal palm. A dosage of one 160 mg. capsule daily should effectively block this conversion and get the hair back on head and off the face. Saw palmetto has been demonstrated to be safe for prolonged use. If hormone testing is not an option, another way to find out if excessive DHT conversion is causing hair loss is to take a saw palmetto supplement for a period of three months. If hair loss stops where you don't want it and starts where you do want it, your question will be answered.

Excessive levels of hormonal conversion to DHT are highly associated with prostate abnormalities in men and may be a cause of prostate cancer. Saw palmetto has been documented to increase prostate health. The health effects of this conversion in women are not yet fully documented, yet common sense suggests that reducing excessive levels of DHT in women may be helpful in assuring breast and ovarian health.

Declining levels of thyroid hormone can also spark hair loss. It's estimated that forty percent of American women are suffering from significant hair loss related to low thyroid hormones, with redheads particularly at risk. The hormones produced by the thyroid are responsible for metabolism, the sum of all the physical and chemical processes. The thyroid hormones control the efficiency and speed at which cells work. Every cell in the body including the hair depends on proper thyroid function for development. If thyroid production is insufficient, hair growth will slow and hair will eventually thin.

Other symptoms of declining thyroid function are dry skin, sensitivity to hot and cold, unexplained weight gain, missing outer third of eyebrows, constipation, brittle nails, high or low blood pressure, susceptibility to infections, muscle weakness, osteoporosis, joint or muscle pain, cystic breasts or ovaries, chronic sinusitis, slow heart rate, TMJ syndrome, dental problems, headache, and increased cholesterol levels. This list reveals how critical proper thyroid function is to well being.

The good new is that low thyroid can easily be corrected by supplementing the body with bio-identical thyroid hormones. Armour thyroid is the natural form of thyroid hormone. For more information about the thyroid and hair see http://www.naturalnews.com/024388.html

Too much stress can cause hair to thin

Hair loss may be the first indication that your stress level is taking a toll on your body. Stress is nothing less than epidemic today, and this high level can actually cause hair loss along with many more serious health problems. Excessive physical or emotional stress associated with illness, injury, and trauma may cause the hair to stop growing and enter a period of dormancy which is followed two or three months later by the hair falling out. When physical or emotional equilibrium is regained, hair will again begin to grow, usually about 6 to 9 months later.

A more serious situation develops when stress is constant and almost unrelenting as it is for many people in this society. Hair thinning will continue unless effective means of dealing with the stress are put in place and calmness can be restored. Prolonged hair loss caused by chronic stress is a warning that other bodily systems are in jeopardy.

Cortisol is the stress hormone that gives the body its fight or flight response to stressful situations. It is an important hormone secreted by the adrenal glands and involved in maintaining proper glucose metabolism, regulation of blood pressure, insulin release for blood sugar maintenance, immune function, and inflammatory response. When stress is constant and prolonged, cortisol levels stay elevated and the body enters a state of chronic stress.

Higher and prolonged levels of corisol in the bloodstream have been shown to have negative effects, such as impaired cognitive performance, suppressed thyroid function, blood sugar imbalances, decreased bone density, decreased muscle tissue, higher blood pressure, lowered immunity, heightened inflammatory response, and increased abdominal fat. If no steps are taken to reduce the stress level, heart attack or stroke may follow.

To keep corisol levels healthy, the body's relaxation response should be activated. Learn to relax the body with various stress management techniques and make changes in your lifestyle to minimize the stress. Eat a diet of whole food that emphasizes vegetables and fruits. Take supplements like bee pollen, spirulina and chlorella to make sure nutrition is complete. Add alfalfa to keep your body fully mineralized, as stress raises the need for minerals. The B complex vitamins as well as vitamin C are needed to support the adrenal gland while dealing with chronic stress.

Hair products containing toxic chemicals promote hair loss

Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) is the dominant ingredient in almost all shampoos sold in traditional outlets such as supermarkets, drugstores and discount centers. In addition to having toxic effects on your immune system, SLS has been shown to corrode hair follicles and impede hair growth. It has been blamed for many cases of hair loss. The Material Safety Data Sheet provided by the U.S. government says exposure to SLS can lead to burning, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting. The American College of Toxicology says SLS stays in the body for up to five days and maintains residual levels in the heart, liver, brain, and lungs.

Over-treated hair is another cause of hair loss in women. Hair dyes, permanents, and relaxers do serious damage to the hair and scalp whether they contain lye or not. They are made with toxic chemicals that must be detoxified by the liver, and are identified by the immune system as foreign invaders. Thus health of the liver and the immune system are compromised by use of these products. When the liver is busy trying to detoxify an onslaught of foreign chemicals, estrogen metabolism may not be properly completed and breast cancer may be promoted. An immune system busy fighting off an invasion of foreign chemicals may not be able to prevent infection or identify and destroy abberant cells. Damage from dyes and relaxers can only heal when those potions are no longer used on the hair.

The Truth about your Hair

There are many misconceptions about hair and its care. Once one knows the truth, the solution for hair challenges becomes logical, not a hidden secret to be discovered.

The most widely held misconception concerning hair is that is alive, and, therefore, its condition can be 'permanently' altered by using some newly discovered commercial potion. The truth is that hair is only living matter at its base below the surface of the scalp. Like the tip of one's finger nail, hair is dead matter, and can be clipped shorter and discarded. This fact alone brings us to two important conclusions about how one may maintain stronger, healthier looking, shiny hair.

Conclusion #1:
We must be concerned with preventative maintenance by creating a healthy environment below the surface of the scalp, where hair is germinated or born. Since hair in its basic form is 100% keratin (protein), our diets should consist of a good balance of easily digested protein, i.e. - dairy products, poultry and meat. For those of us who are vegans, good protein alternatives are nuts, beans and the old stand-by - peanut butter. I suspect that with the popular emergence of low-carbohydrate/high-protein diets, we in turn will begin to see more heads of hair with less frizzies and easily split ends.

Now, how do we ensure this quality protein gets to the living roots of our hair? Just as we stimulate quality muscle growth through exercising and bringing protein-laden blood to specific body parts, we can do the same for our hair. This is easily achieved by simply massaging your scalp, once a day, while you shampoo and condition your hair. You'll not only have cleaner and more thoroughly conditioned hair, but you will have stimulated protein-supplying blood to feed the germinating roots of your hair. Be careful to use only the pads of your fingers in small circular motions as you gently massage your scalp. Never use your fingernails for this purpose as you can cause abrasions to your scalp that could lead to infection and possible skin disorders.

Conclusion #2:
Since the hair we visually see above the surface of the scalp is essentially dead matter, how can we repair it from external environmental and/or chemical damage? First, we must realize that any product remedy we might add to our hair is always a temporary fix, no matter how good it is at initially solving certain hair challenges. Any product that is effective at controlling frizzies must be used periodically to continue to be effective. Some haircare products work for longer periods between uses, while others must be used every day to overcome challenges like split-ends. 

This brings us to several fallacies concerning the shampoo and conditioning of hair. One of which is that a shampoo alone can increase the overall health of the hair. Shampoo, no matter what exotic or expensive ingredients are added to it, is designed to perform one single task - to cleanse the hair of excessive sebum (natural oils), body sweat and environmental impurities. It is a scientific contradiction that cleansing the hair alone will keep it healthy, once you have stripped it of all of its natural protective properties, like sebum. The longer your hair is, the less the chance is that these natural hair oils will reach the mid-shaft to ends of your hair with daily shampooing. This leaves the older and more vulnerable sections of the hairshaft exposed to further damage from heated styling appliances and chemical processes, such coloring or permanent waving. 

Therefore, the mid-shaft to ends of your hair do not need the same intense daily cleansing as the first few inches of hair closest to the scalp. The remedy is very simple - as you gently massage your scalp while shampooing, only apply and focus your shampoo within the first 2 - 3 inches of hair closest to your scalp. When you rinse the shampoo from this base section of the hair it will quickly pass though the mid-shaft to ends of your hair, thus providing these areas with the lighter cleansing they require.

Many people have the misconception that daily conditioning (protection) of their hair will cause flatness or added weight. This challenge is easily resolved by, first, knowing how to physically condition the hair and, second, by understanding the different intended uses of the main 3 types of conditioners, i.e. - rinses, daily and deep conditioners.

Daily conditioning (protecting) any type of hair, from thin & fine to thick & frizzy, is basically the same. It is simply the reverse concept of shampooing hair as discussed above - considering that throughout the course of the day the first 3 inches of hair closest to the scalp will receive an adequate supply of naturally-occurring hair oil (sebum). Therefore, if you condition this area with a crème rinse or daily conditioner it can become over-conditioned, heavy & less manageable. The solution is to apply your conditioner from the mid-shaft (3 inches from scalp) of the hair to the ends. Then using a wide-toothed comb and holding onto the ends of your hair, gently comb the conditioner from mid-shaft to ends for even distribution, detangling and sealing split ends. By the time you finish doing this, the conditioner will have remained within your hair for the appropriate 3 to 5 minutes to be effective in temporarily repairing any damaged or frizzy areas. 

The concept for applying deep conditioners is the same as above, however, the time the conditioner is left within the hair must be extended up to 20 minutes to allow penetration into the inner (cortical) layer of the hairshaft - only 10 minutes if your wrap your hair in a moist, hot towel. Deep conditioning should be done sparingly - once per week for most hair types. Deep conditioning the hair more than this is could cause the opposite intended effect. If you over-use a protein-based deep conditioner to strengthen and add body, it could cause the hair to become dry and brittle. If you over-use a moisturizing or oil-based deep conditioner, it could cause your hair to become limp and lifeless.

Notes about detangling hair and hair loss:

Many people are misinformed that it is safer to detangle the hair while it is dry. One must understand that the hair can stretch up to 50% of its length while wet without breakage, however, while dry, hair will break before it stretches 25% of its length. It is best to keep a wide-toothed comb within your shower to detangle & seal split-ends, as described above, while using a low pH (3.5 to 5.5 acidic) crème rinse or daily conditioner.

On the subject of misperceived hair loss - many people turn fearful upon seeing their hairbrush & shower drain filled with an inordinate amount of their hair. I wish to relieve some of this fear by stating the fact that each strand of hair has a lifespan of 2 to 7 years before a new hair begins to grow in its place, pushing it out to end up in one's brush or shower drain. This means everyone sheds 50 to 80 hairs from their head everyday. If one has longer hair it may give the false appearance that they a shedding more hair daily than the average amount. One should only be concerned if the hair being shed daily is not being replaced by new hair growth, however, this is the subject of a future article.

The Hair Facts

Our hair is an integral part of our body as well as our personality, and also reflects health & fitness. Our style statement depends mostly on our hair. So it is necessary for us to take proper care for our hair. Though we are often in the habit of neglecting this. And the result is that we often suffer from gray hair, hair fall, hair loss, dandruff and scalp problems, split ends etc. The fact is that our hair needs proper nutrition for growth and to shine with health. Though hair loss does have some genetic connections but still there are many reasons, which are responsible for hair problems, like diet, general health, hormonal deficiencies, excessive use of hair dyes and hair colors, physical and mental stress, etc. also lead to different hair problems. However, it is not much difficult to control these problems, which ultimately leads to premature hair fall among individuals.

The first and foremost factor is undoubtedly the role of diet. We should always be conscious about our diet chart. A perfectly balanced diet is necessary for the proper growth and health of the hair. Our hair gets its nutrition from its root, which is the only living part of our hair and is situated under the scalp. Thus the scalp provides the necessary nutrition to the hair. So it is essential for us to nourish the scalp. Therefore, it can be said that a healthy scalp is the key to healthy hair. Moreover, scalp protection is further essential for controlling the dandruff problem. Actually, dandruff is nothing but dead skin cells which develop on the scalp. It is a natural process and is caused by the flaking of the dead skin cells. But when this is increased by an excessive rate we call it the dandruff problem. And if proper attention is not paid in time it may also result in hair fall, as the scalp cannot breathe under the thick layer of dead skin. So the scalp plays a vital role in the nourishment of the hair.

A large part of hair is made of protein. Therefore protein is much essential for the growth of hair. All animal products are rich in protein and it is also found in a lower percentage in all vegetables. Vitamins A, B, C are especially beneficial for our hair. But excessive intake of these vitamins may have adverse effects. About 20% of our hair is composed of water. Therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, especially in the summer. Minerals like iron, copper, calcium, zinc and silica are essential for the growth of our hair.

Here goes the diet matter that we should keep in mind if we are doing hair care. Besides this there are some other facts that should also be kept in mind. For example shampooing every alternate day is essential to keep hair clean. Along with shampoo conditioners should also be used. Proper conditioning is necessary not only for the health of our hair but also it enriches our style statement. Using coconut oil at regular interval is also essential as it helps in hair growth. Thus a proper care should be taken for the growth and development of our hair.

The Care and Feeding of Long Hair

Healthy, beautiful long hair offers so many rewards! Getting there isn't difficult, but it requires a partnership between you and your stylist.

Step One - Handle with Care!
The number one obstacle to growing healthy long hair is damage - and most of it is self inflicted. Hair should always be handled gently - especially when wet. Detangle with your fingers, then a wide tooth comb. Avoid metal barrettes and rough elastics - plastic clips and hair sticks are just as versatile and much healthier. If you heat-style, try to reduce the heat, and use leave-in protectors before applying the heat. A little extra time and care will really pay off.

Step Two -Get the Right Help
To successfully grow and maintain long hair, you need a stylist who shares your goal. Many women have had unhappy encounters with a "scissor-happy" stylist who imposes her own will. But other more subtle stylist behaviors can sabotage your desire for long hair. Take the time and effort to find a stylist who respects your wishes and will work with you. Insist on a consultation before having any services performed - this is an excellent time to assess the stylist. Does he listen to you? Have a plan to help
you grow and maintain long hair? Does he seem interested in your needs - or is he patronizing, anxious to impose his vision?

When you feel comfortable to proceed with a trim, observe how he treats your hair. Look for gentleness and respect - not a hurried, rough approach. Ask to look at the back of the hair together - and be sure you
agree on precisely how much should be trimmed. If you can see that you really do need some length trimmed, and are comfortable with it, then accept the short-term loss for the long-term gain.

Your stylist should not use damaging cutting techniques, such as slide-cutting or razoring. These approaches damage the hair's cuticle beyond repair and won't allow you to grow it long and healthy.

Step Three - Products Matter
Long hair has special needs - it's older and more porous. Your shampoo should be gentle, but not overloaded with conditioners that prevent proper cleansing. Alternate conditioning with moisturizers and deep protein treatments. A Cream Rinse should be used after every shampoo - it's not the same as a conditioner! It will gently detangle your hair and smooth the cuticle without building up.

 You will need to experiment with styling products to find the right ones for your special needs. Look for those that accomplish your goals without building up or drying you out.

Step Four - A Healthy You
Hair always reflects your overall health - so pay attention to your nutrition and exercise. Give your scalp a boost by brushing dry hair daily starting at the roots. Use a natural boar bristle brush, with a wooden base. This will stimulate the roots of the hair and massage the muscles of the scalp.

Step Five - Learn to Enjoy It!
Long hair offers many different looks. It is truly much more versatile than short hair! Ask your stylist for a lesson on quick changes using clips and hair sticks. There are many books and videos to help you learn
basic or advanced braiding. When you learn to easily handle your length, you'll find you enjoy it so much more.

The best hairdo for your face

A woman's hair is her crowning glory. It frames her face and completes her appearance. She can talk with her hair, and there are so many ways that a person can tell about her by simply looking at her hair. It is therefore very important for a woman to take care of her hair, to keep it clean, moisturized and trimmed, so that it would remain soft, shiny and neat.

Most women cut their hair to different styles in an attempt to enhance their looks. Some like their hair long and straight, while others like to wear their hair long and with abundant curls and ringlets. There are others who go for the minimum, no-fuss look and always have their hair cut short and simple, while others wish to strike a balance between femininity and practicality and keep their hair at mid-length. And there are still others who like experimenting on color and highlights, not just with the length and cut of their hair. 

Unfortunately, not everyone can wear the same hairstyle and look good in it. Some hairstyles look great on some women, but sadly look like bombs on others. Many things can be taken into account as to why this is so, but mostly it is because the hairstyle does not flatter the face. 

The way you do your hairdos must flatter your face and enhance your best features. After all, that is what the hair is supposed to do, aesthetically speaking � to frame your face and to help bring out your best features. Whether a hairstyle will look good on you or not depends on the shape of your face. 

There are many, many types of hairstyles out there, but not all will look good on you unless the hairstyle fits the shape of your face. Below are the different hairstyles that are considered most flattering for each shape of face. 

An oval face
The oval face is the perfect face. Almost any hairstyle will go with it, whether it is long or short, straight or curly. If you have an oval face, you will do well with having layers near your chin or cheekbones to draw attention to them. However, try to avoid hairstyles that add volumes to the top of your head � it will make your face look longer. 

A long face
If you have a long or oblong face, you should create the illusion of width to balance it out. You can add width to your face by doing your hair with long, side-swept bangs or chin-length bobs. You will also do well with curls and waves that frame the face.

If you have a long or oblong face, you should avoid letting your hair grow extremely long or having your hair cut extremely short. Such extreme hairstyles will take the width from your face and emphasize its length. 

A round face
If people with long faces need to add width to their faces, people with round faces need to take some of the width and bulk off by adding length. If your face is round you need to create the illusion of length, and to do this, you can have your hair cut just below your chin, or in graduated layers. Do not do your hair in short, one-length, blunt cuts, as it will only draw attention to the roundness of your face. 

A square face
Having a square face means having an angular jaw. The hairstyle trick with having a square face is drawing attention away from that jaw. This is done by putting texture to your hair. Short curls do exactly this, as well as long layers that start just below the jawline. If your face has a square shape, you should try not to have your hair cut in one-length bobs or wear bangs that are cut bluntly. It will only emphasize the squareness of your face. 

A heart-shaped face
Heart-shaped faces are pretty Valentines, but the pointed chin draws attention away from the eyes. If you have a heart-shaped face, you could bring focus to your eyes by wearing side-swept bangs, a fringe on your brow or long layers at the top. Or you could let your hair grow and have it done with layers that touch your cheekbones.

The Best Care for Curly Hair

Naturally Curly is the place to be for anyone with naturally curly hair. Whether you're a woman, man or child, the largest online community for curly headed people has what you need to make your curls and coils look their best.

If you have curly hair, chances are your hair tends to be dry, coarse and brittle. It also tends to frizz up, doesn't it? Here, we show you how to care for your curly hair. Curly hair, whether it be long curly hair or short curly hair can either be natural or curse for anyone. It's very difficult to take care of curly hair. It’s very important to use right curly hair products for the curly hair to control these problems. Learn how you can make yourself keep beautiful with curly hair with these curly hair care tips.

Good Hair Dress: At first main thing is choosing good hair dresser for curly hair. And it’s best to get recommendation from the people who have the same hair type as yours. Get it trim every 6-8 weeks to keep your hair looking best. Creamy Shampoo:  Creamy shampoos are better for curly hair. Wash your hair once in a weak with deep conditioner. Don't wash your hair every day because for curly hair oil message is very important.

Most brushes and combs tear up curls and cause frizz, so it’s always better to style your hair using your fingers or a pick. Never use an old-fashioned brush with tons of soft bristles. These brushes will turn even the slightest curl into instant kinky frizz. Whenever possible, allow hair to air dry. Giving your hair a break from heat styling will keep it healthier. When you do blow dry your hair, use a diffuser. After drying your hair use GHD straighteners for your hair.

Before drying your hair, scrunch a little styling gel into your curls and then do not touch your hair until it is completely dry. Once dry, run your fingers gently through your hair to separate curls. If needed, use a small barreled curling iron to touch up a curl here and there. To control frizzy hair, use an anti-frizz serum to smooth the frizz, add shine and condition your hair. Most serums contain silicone which sits on top of the hair shaft and protects hair from heat.

Keep in mind that many envy your curls. This made the ionic curling iron popular. The first thing you need to do is to appreciate what you have. When you do that, taking care of it will come naturally. It is best to seek help from professionals when styling your hair. Although it is difficult to find one for curly hairs, knowing an expert is worth the trouble. You should also know the basic hair care tricks for your hair. Use shampoo and conditioner designed for your hair. Cut it in a flattering style while keeping it long. In addition, remember that you hair is not a fan of heat. Keep the blow dryers away as much as possible.

Teen Hair Loss

Starting to lose your hair when you're young and fit can be worrying. That just happens to older people, right? There are many reasons for hair loss, even in young people. It can be due to poor diet (lack of protein, vitamins and minerals) and not enough exercise. Other causes are hormone imbalances, diseases and stress. Also, some medication can have an affect, such as acne medicine and diet pills.

If you're worried about hair loss, you can do something about it:

1) See a doctor, to rule out any medical conditions. Also, to check that any medication you're currently taking is not the cause.

2) See if you can improve your diet and exercise more.
3) Find ways to reduce stress.
4) Change your hair care products. Some shampoos can be harsh on your hair. Using too much styling product could be damaging your hair.
5) Reduce the use of hairdryers and other styling equipment. The heat could be damaging your hair.

Generally, the most common cause of hair loss is called adrogenetic alopecia, to give it it's medical term. Adrogenetic refers to the influence of androgens (male hormones). Both men and women produce these hormones. The most common one is DHT ( dihydrotestosterone, androsteinedione, testosterone). In men, it is produced in the testicles and adrenal glands. In women, it's produced in the overies and the adrenal glands. These hormones are important for both sexes, though men produce a higher quantity than women.

IIn a person who is susceptible to adrogenetic alopecia, over a period of time, exposure of the hair follicles to the hormone DHT, leads to baldness. The process can be slow or rapid, and there is no exact age for it to occur, though it usually starts at late teens. Genetics can be the reason for some people being more susceptible than others, hence the term hereditary hair loss. Even if any family members are balding, it is not enough to predict that you will also become bald. It is very hard to predict.

However, if you were to discover that you were one of the millions of people who suffer from hereditary hair loss, there is no reason to despair. There are many products and treatments available to help. Some of these products actually help you to re-grow your own hair.

Stars in Your Hair

Yes, there are those who are so obsessed with stars that they allot specific time of the year stars viewing. With the use of powerful telescopes, star lovers aim to always look at the stars most of the night time. There are others who worship them and pay great amount of money in traveling to the highest peak just to view the most beautiful or biggest star in a particular season.    
 

But all stars need not to be in heavens just to be viewed. These days, fashion designers and cosmetic artists make use of these stars as hairstyle decorations. Yes, stars can be used as hair accessories.

  

As a matter of fact, hair stylists offer great hairstyles for them to accessorize your hair. Boutiques are making use of these stars power in creating iconic hairstyles that appeal to the feminine class. Some of the easily available star hair accessories come in silver and crystals in various colors. With the use of state-of-the art technology, start hair accessories are designed with various sophisticated crystals, luscious colors of gold, purples, sapphire blue and emerald green colors just to add up to their marketability and value. 

Children and women alike are fond of decorating their hairs using various hairstyle accessories. Thus, the use of stars as hair accessory is not a new idea at all. The use of stars as hair decoration actually has to be used with caution. Make sure that you accessorize your hair with stars accordingly, and not overdoing it especially if the occasion does not call for it. Some of the highly recommended hair styles for star accessories are hair braids and cornrows. You can actually request for these styles when you visit a boutique. Make sure you communicate your hair needs to your hair stylist, tell him or her that you prefer to use stars as your hair accessories and wallah! You will definitely love the outcome. 

In purchasing stars as hair accessory, make sure you pick the best among the rest. There are cheaper star hair accessories but identifying the valuable crystals and colorful star accessories. You don’t have to be a Hollywood actress to make use of the colorful and star-gazing hairstyle. The use of appropriate star hair accessory would accentuate your beauty and taste of fashion. The choice of right hair style commends your hair accessories so much.

In choosing the right star hair accessory, it is important that you scout for the best priced and best designs. Many star hair accessories are boxed in pairs of five to eight. Not only that these hair accessories are sophisticated but even their boxes are fascinating. What’s more interesting is that you can also purchase a wig with stars on it. You can also request for hair extensions and enhance the extension with stars. As a woman, you can elevate your personality and beauty using hairstyle that fits your personality and preference. Add those stars to your hair and you will be looked up as an icon.

Some Useful Pieces Of Advice To Treat Hair Dropping Out In The Fall

Everybody knows that all hormonal changes of the organism are increased throughout summer. So, it is reasonable that your hair also grows much faster in this period of time. Nevertheless, being affected by dangerous summer rays hair loses its splendour, it becomes fragile and dry, especially on ends. That is why hair will need a special care as fall begins.

Because of harmful influence of ultraviolet rays, frequent washing and contact with sea water, hair drops out more rapidly at the beginning of autumn than in any other time. If average hair loss makes commonly from 40 up to 70 hairs a day, in the fall these numbers are much higher - from 70 up to 120 hairs a day. Thus, you should give a helping hand to scalp and hair, if you don’t want to face the problem of hair loss. For this purpose the best option is to discuss the issue with your doctor in order to think over a unique plan for treating hair loss specially for your hair. In any case, there are some well-known options to restore your hair at least in some way that can be of help for practically anyone.

First of all, you should sacrifice the ends of your hair. After you have cut off overdried ends that may split and, as a matter of fact, differ in color you will make your hair-do look rather good. An in case hair bulbs are in bad state, it will be easier for them to keep shorter hair and to provide it with vital nutritious elements.

Hair experts recommend to wash hair inclined to fragility with the use of a shampoo diluted with mineral water. And in general it is better to wash and rinse your weakened hair with boiled water, as chlorinated tap water dries up your hair along the full length gradually. Truly, burdock, nettles, almond, nut oil, shampoos are the best option for your dry hair. During grey autumn days it is quite useful to wash out your weak and damaged hair with beer dissolved fifty-fifty with boiled water.

In case your hair is drastically dried out as a result of of hazardous summer rays, take in 3 spoons of corn oil throughout the day. By doing this, you will bring back nice quality and color of your head-skin and hair. Healing masks with vegetables and fruits, saline solution, aloe, honey, work wonders in case of fragile hair.

Say No to Surgery: Non Surgical Hair Loss Treatments

So, you find yourself loosing your hair? Don’t worry your not alone. In fact two out of three men and approximately one out of five women suffer some degree of baldness. Still not comforted by those facts? Are you considering hair loss treatments but are afraid to go under the knife? Don’t fuss there are a lot of tried and tested non-surgical hair loss treatments. A few of them are as follows:

Medical Treatment

Medicine has come a long way since the time your granddad used his Olde Tonic on his hair to keep it from falling off. Today, you have more choices than you could possibly care for. The most popular medical interventions for hair loss are growth stimulators. Minoxidil – popularly known as Rogaine is a great example. Growth stimulators work by revitalizing the hair follicles and encouraging them to grow. Other popular medical hair loss treatments are anti-androgen, DHT inhibitors and SODs (Super Oxide Dismutase). DHT Inhibitors and Anti-androgen drugs work by countering or blocking the hormones that cause baldness. SODs on the other hand work by augmenting the immune system to prevent further hair loss.

Herbal Meds

Herbal medications are also great non surgical hair loss options. They work the same way as classic medical remedies, but they are milder to the body because of their herbal nature. These herbal remedies have slowly grown in popularity over the last decade or so. They may not work for everybody, but they have great results when they do.

Camouflage

Camouflage is one of the easiest non surgical hair loss treatments. All you have to do is go to a wig store and pick out a hairpiece perfect for you. Just keep in mind that you need to match you chosen hairpiece with you real hair. That way it blends in seamlessly and it won’t be so obvious that you are wearing a wig. But, mind you, it isn’t always that easy. It can take weeks and even months before you are able to find the perfect hairpiece.

Laser Therapy

Low level laser therapy for hair loss has been hailed as a breakthrough by more physicians and plastic surgeons. It has been called one of the best hair loss treatment methods available today. It is non invasive and patients don’t have to go through a daily routine of putting on and taking off wigs. Laser therapy works by stimulating the minute (small) blood vessels of the scalp, thus improving circulation and blood flow to the hair roots.

Manual Stimulation

The myth that poor circulation causes hair loss has been disproved. But, it doesn’t follow that good circulation doesn’t help hair grow. In fact, it is the complete opposite. Stimulating you scalp by gently massaging it with your hands or a massaging tool can help improve blood flow to your scalp. Improved blood flow means more nutrients for your hair roots, thus making them stronger. Eating nutritious foods may also help, but in a very minimal level.

Be Patient

With any hair loss treatment, be it surgical or not, patience is Key. You need to be patient enough because you may have to wait a short while before results kick in. Even with the camouflage method, you may have to spend long hours and days just to find the perfect wig.

Saw Palmetto Keeps Prostates Healthy and Helps Prevent Baldness

"Saw Palmetto", Mayo Clinic Tools for Healthier Lives.
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Saw palmetto may be a man's best friend. It's the primary herb helping men maintain prostate health that's very popular throughout Europe for its ability to relieve symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), otherwise known as enlargement of the prostate. In the U.S. where pharmaceuticals are the standard of care for prostate problems, saw palmetto is gaining popularity following several recent studies showing it provides relief from short-term urinary symptoms and other symptoms of BPH, as well as relief from inflammation of the prostate and cell proliferation. It also promotes hair growth in men with thinning hair or baldness. It provides these benefits safely, naturally and with no noted side effects.

Saw palmetto, botanically known as Serenoa repens or as sabal palm in Europe, is a magnificent palm tree that grows naturally in Florida, Georgia and Mississippi. The therapeutic compound comes from the berries of the plant. Historical use of the herb can be traced in the Americas to the Mayans who used it as a tonic and to the Seminoles who took it as an expectorant and antiseptic.

Saw Palmetto prevents conversion of testosterone to DHT

The herb possesses several mechanisms of action, with the primary action relating to prostate health being its ability to inhibit the 5-alpha reductase enzyme which converts testosterone, the male sex hormone, to a more potent metabolite, dihydrotestosterone (DHT). In addition, it blocks receptor sites on cell membranes required for cells to absorb DHT. An excess of DHT is believed one of the primary causes of prostate problems as well as the cause of male baldness.

Recent research documents the health benefits of saw palmetto

In a study reported in the Journal of Urology, men with BPH obtained significant short-term symptom relief with saw palmetto. Ninety-two men between the ages of 49 and 75 with lower urinary tract symptoms were divided into two groups, one treated with two soft gels of saw palmetto, and the other treated with a placebo. Both groups were treated for a twelve week period. Maximum urinary flow was significantly higher in the treatment group compared to the placebo group, and urinary resistance was significantly lower. Yet mean prostate volume was comparable in the two groups.

The American Family Physician journal reported a diagnosic and management review of BHP. They found that through its ability to inhibit 5-alpha reductase, saw palmetto as well as rye grass pollen extract, and pygeum relieved symptoms such as urinary hesitancy, weak stream, nocturia, incontinence, and recurrent urinary tract infections.

A review of literature published in Archivio Italiano di Andrologia found that saw palmetto, lycopene and selenium, the three most widely used compounds in treatment of the prostate, have a common feature which may be a dual activity on proliferative disorders as well as on inflammatory conditions at the level of the prostate gland.

A study reported in Anticancer Research investigated the effect of an extract of saw palmetto on hormone sensitive and insensitive prostate and breast cancer cells, and urinary bladder, colon and lung cancer cells in order to assess its growth inhibitory abilities. They found that saw palmetto extract induced a dose-dependent anti-proliferative effect on all the human malignant cells tested.

Saw Palmetto reduces male pattern hair loss

Male hair loss can often be attributed to the conversion of testosterone to DHT promoted by the 5-alpha reductase enzyme. DHT causes hair thinning by shrinking the follicles in the scalp, which results over a period of time in the follicles being far too small for hair to grow, resulting in baldness.

The link between DHT and hair loss has been well established, with numerous clinical studies and surveys concluding that this hormone can be directly linked as a cause of as many as 95% of all cases of hair loss. The studies have shown that this condition is genetically linked, with excessive production of DHT being passed from generation to generation. It is this condition that is targeted by pharmaceutical products such as propecia (finasteride), and rogaine (minoxidil).

While the testosterone to DHT conversion creates hair loss on the head, it also promotes the growth of hair in places where it is not wanted. By preventing this hormonal conversion, saw palmetto is showing in research to be effective in the treatment of male hair loss. It is able to get the hair off men's backs and back on their heads. Some studies have shown it to be as effective as Propecia and Rogaine. This aspect of saw palmetto was discovered by people using it for prostate issues who started reporting the regrowth of hair on their heads.

Shampoos and lotions containing saw palmetto are available at health food stores and on line. Saw Palmetto is available as a supplement. The dosage amount for men is 300 to 500 mg. per day. Saw palmetto has been shown in research to be non-toxic and safe for extended use.

Saw Palmetto is not the only herb able to influence prostate health

Several other herbs and plant compounds are potentially useful in maintaining prostate health, including pygeum, nettle, beta sitosterol, and carotenoids such as lycopene. Health of the prostate gland is heavily influenced by the overall health of the body. It's hard to find a sick prostate gland in a body otherwise possessing excellent health. Following the basics for general health will go along way in promoting prostate health.

Pygeum is an African plum tree found in tropical Africa. An extract from the bark of pygeum has been used in Europe as a prevention and treatment of prostate disorders including BPH. More recently in the U.S. pygeum has been marketed along side saw palmetto for prostate health and cancer prevention and treatment.

An interesting study reported in Endocrine tested the anti-cancer potential of pygeum in vitro and in vivo. In tissue culture, pygeum extract inhibited the growth of cancerous cells, induced appropriate programmed cell death and altered cell kinetics, down regulated ER-alpha and PKC-alpha protein, and demonstrated the ability to bind with estrogen and androgen receptors. Mice fed with pygeum showed a significant reduction in prostate cancer incidence of 35% compared to controls. Researchers concluded pygeum is a useful supplement for men at high risk of developing prostate cancer.

Pumping Up Men’s Hair - Tips & Secrets

One of the HairBoutique.com male reps recently stopped by with some new line sheets and asked if I could help him out with some advice about his hair.

Of course I was willing to try and was curious what his challenge involved It turned out he was dealing with fine, thin hair that was getting thinner by the year. He wanted, in his own words, “to pump it up as much as possible” and wanted to know “all” with stress applied to all, my tricks to adding lots of volume. Luckily he did not have a combover but his hair did have a lot of gel which made it look stiff.

I offered to make him a cheat sheet he could review at his leisure. I also suggested products he might try that I knew worked for other men I knew.

Karen’s Cheat Sheet For Getting A Fat Head Of Hair

1. Shampoo in lukewarm water only.
   
   
2. Avoid using moisturizing of heavy shampoos that will weigh down strands and make them appear thinner than they are. Either use a volume enhancing shampoo designed to plump up the strands OR consider using a diluted version of your fav which cleans without weighing strands down. Volumizing shampoos that work for many men I have talked to: PhytoVolume Shampoo, Matrix Amplify.If you want to try the diluting trick…take 1/8 teaspoon of shampoo and apply to a clean quart sized bottle of warm water. Shake the bottle to get suds. Wet hair well and then drizzle the suds over the top of your head and pat into your hair. Swish suds around to make sure you remove any dirt or oils and then rinse well.
   
   
3. Skip the rinse out conditioning step completely. It will flatten thin, fine or thinning strands.
   
   
4. Finish with a blast of cool/cold water. Yes it feels cold but it works to plump up strands. A good trick is to have some cool rinse water in a clean jar, bend over at the waist and pour water so it only hits your hair. Then jump out of the shower and towel blot.
   
   
5. Blot, blot, blot. Do NOT rub.
   
   
6. For lots of root lift apply a volume root enhancer. PhytoVolumeActif works wonders. So does Matrix root lift.
   
   
7. Use a medium barrel round brush and a blow dryer with a concentrator attachment to avoid blowing hair all over the place. Separate hair into 1-2 inch sections. Use the round brush to lift the section and direct the blow dryer air DOWN the hair shaft from the roots to the ends. his ruffles the cuticle and make them appear fuller.
   
   

   • Optional Trick #1: Yes, you can try bending over at the waist and blow drying your hair upside down. It will help to plump fine strands. Not everyone likes to do this but what the heck, if fat strands are your goal, give it a shot…with the blow dryer that is.
     
     

   • Optional Trick #2: Use a blow dryer with a cool/cold air setting OR a cold shot. Cool/cold air will help to plumpen up natural strands. Also, blow drying on a slow setting rather than the fastest one, will provide hair will a more finished and fuller look.
     
     
8. After you have finished blow drying, use your fingers to style. A brush or comb may deflate some of the newfound blow dryer fullness. Is your hair too fluffy? Apply a spritz of Phyto hairspray to your fingertips. No, not on the hair. Take the newly sprayed fingers and lightly “fingerpick” your dry strands. This will provide control of the fluff without weight all that new volume down. If you still feel too fluffy, spritz the hair very lightly with a firmer holding spray. Do NOT use any shine products.

Other notes to consider:

If you can’t give up your gel, use a gel designed to provide lift and fullness. A good friend of mine who fights thinning strands swears by the PhytoVolume Shampoo, PhytoVolumeActif root spray AND a tiny dab of Matrix Amplify Gel.

In fact, he hords all three products in fear they might disappear (they won’t but whatever makes him feel better). After he applied the PhytoVolumeActif to his roots, he puts a tiny dab of gel into the palms of his hands, rubs them together and then lightly finger picks through the middle and end sections of his hair to get a little more control.

I must admit, his hair always looks full and well groomed. He has a bald spot on the top of his head but the hair around it is full and you really don’t notice that he is balding because the rest of his hair looks so good.

Of course there are lots and lots of volume enhancing products on the market. I am just reporting on those that I have had direct feedback about. Yes it is also important to mention that not all products work for all people and their hair.

Natural Hair Growth Rate

Since birth, or actually even after conception in the womb, every part of the human body grows. But while the body stops growing at a certain age – specifically when a person reaches his 21st year of life — there are certain parts of the body that continue to grow such as the nails and hair.

Hair grows differently in every person. Hair also varies in texture and color. Some are straight, some are wavy and some are curly. Some are black, brown, brunette and blonde. Some people are lucky to have thick hair while others suffer from hair loss problems even at an early age. Many of us even associate hair loss and baldness with men but in reality, this condition can affect both men and women regardless of age.

Hair does not grow fast as we expect it should. Normally, hair grows at about half a millimeter each day, about one-half inch every month or approximately six inches (15 cm) in one year. It may be a slow process but when well taken care of, the rate hair grows can be hastened.

Hair growth goes through several phases. The growth cycle or phase refers to the production of new cells inside the hair follicle for a specific period of time. What follows is the rest stage during which the hair stops growing. After that, the hair starts growing again.
 
You may have observed some hair strands fall from your head when you shampoo or brush your hair every day. This is a natural process of shedding and takes place during the hair’s rest phase. During this phase, the hair shaft breaks resulting in the falling out of the existing hair and the growth of a new hair.

Depending on where they’re located in the body, hair growth rate is not the same. The hair follicles on the head are meant to allow hair to grow for many years the reason why the hair can grow very long. On the other hand, the hair on the arms and legs stops growing every two months which is why they remain short.

The rate hair grows is dependent on various factors such as age, genetics, condition of the hormones, stress, nutrition, climate and lifestyle. If you wish to have longer hair, then you better be aware of these factors.

Nutrition plays a crucial role in hair growth as it is in the growth and development of the entire human body. You have learned since you started school that eating the right foods help boost human growth. This is what people should keep in mind even until reaching their adulthood because a balanced diet indeed provides a lot of benefits.

Proper nutrition means eating the right amount of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and minerals. Eating fruits and green leafy vegetables as well as fish, meat, oats, wheat, milk and eggs among many others on a daily basis can make a person live longer, not to mention healthier.

Other than nutrition, proper hygiene assures healthy hair growth. In other words, just like how we take care of our body, we should also keep our hair clean every day.

10 Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss and Regain New Hair Volume

Losing your hair is no laughing matter. When it comes to hair loss and regaining new hair volume, the most important thing is to take action early and not wait till you start balding.

On average, a normal person can lose up from 50 strands to 100 strands of hair each day. But things become serious when you lose more than that amount, especially when our hair only grows about one inch every four to eight weeks.

There are plenty of hair loss treatments in the market now. Not all solutions are effective which is why you should do some research to see if it will be effective for you before using it. If you are serious about stemming hair loss and regrowing new hair, then you need to make use of the information here to help yourself.

Here are a few ways on how you regain new hair volume and prevent excessive hair losses.

1. Use herbs like saw palmetto and pygeum as they can inhibit the activity of DHT.
2. Eat foods that are high in biotin because biotin can promote healthy hair follicles.
3. Reduce stress because too much pressure and strains can lead to hair loss.
4. Drink green tea as it contains powerful antioxidant that can help you deal with DHT.
5. Massage your scalp daily with a hair thinning lotion.
6. Sleep at least 8 hours each day to get enough rest for healthy hair reproduction.
7. Limit the use of hair care products like dyes or shampoos that contain sulphate.
8. Try out pharmaceutical treatment like Minoxidil.
9. Avoid ingredients like propecia because it can cause side effects.
10. Do not rinse your hair with hot water as it can cause follicles breakages.

And now, I want to share with you an all-natural, dermatologist-formulated solution to help slow thinning hair in both men and women. This wonderful hair loss remedy helps stop hair loss and stimulates healthy hair growth so you can grow new hair naturally.

How to Stop Hair Loss and Stimulate Hair Regrowth Quickly Now - The Most Excellent Hints Revealed!

Do you deal with baldness and wish to pick up the greatest methods that you can utilise to prevent the condition permanently? Make sure you read this article now. In this article, I will share with you some of the greatest and most effective methods that I've personally applied to contain hair loss and promote new hair regrowth.

 The Main Element of Baldness
The superior factor of thinning and falling hair is actually DHT or dihydrotestosterone, a hormone that inclines to cleave itself to your hair follicles and other receptor sites. Ultimately, your hair follicles get bound, recoiled and clogged thus causing loss of hair and baldness.
For this reason, it is most effective that you concentrate more if not all of your effort on getting rid of and controlling DHT. There are many very effective methods you can practice to attain that goal:

• Utilize the power of drugs to stop DHT.
• Use the nature's most preventive herbal plants. Herbal solutions like saw palmetto and stinging nettle are good natural dihydrotestosterone blockers that work just as capable as, if not better than most drugs, medicine and treatments.
• Make several modifications to your daily diet and eating habits. Drink more water and avoid foods that contain excessive amounts of fats and sugar.
• Get enough sleep daily and control excessive stress. Not getting enough sleep every day and excessive stress cause your body to create and secrete more baldness-causing DHT.

Stimulating Wholesome Hair Growth While blocking further hair loss is very essential in treating the condition, so is inducing healthy regrowth of the hair. To attain a better and much healthier hair regrowth, you can try these tips:

• Eat more healthy foods. Consume more fruits and vegetables.
• Consume a wholesome biotin supplement. Reports and feedback demonstrate that biotin is capable of bettering the growth and density of the hair.
• Do not leave out iron, zinc and magnesium. These beneficial minerals are all needed for your body to develop substantial strings of hair. To make matters easier for you, you can take a good multi-nutrient supplement.

How to Regrow Thinning Hair - Advice For Women

I often get emails from women asking me how to make drastic improvements in the appearance and volume of their thinning hair.  There is a gross misconception that hair loss is something that only men have to deal with, but this is absolutely not the case.  Hair loss in women is incredibly common and the numbers are growing. 

Worse, it's often more difficult for women to be treated and taken seriously.  A lot of money, time, and research has gone into men's hair loss, but, as of now, the same is not true for women.  I suspect that this will change over time, but, for right now, women are pretty much left to research and to try to pinpoint treatments on their own, unless they are lucky enough to find a great specialist.  The following article will offer some tips on how to treat thinning hair is you're a female.

First And Foremost, Determine The Cause Of Your Thinning Hair:  Many women will get little help from their doctors and then they will just eventually figure that their hair is something that is affected by aging and that they can do little about this. Once you've given up in this way, you're pretty much conceding that you aren't going to be able to improve your hair, so that you've lost before you've even gotten started.  Don't give in this way until you've examined every possibility.

Sometimes the thinning is hereditary and is due to aging, but there are still ways to treat these conditions. Sometimes, your body has undergone some changes that are going to affect your hair and you have control over fixing this.  Sometimes, your thyroid or adrenals may be struggling.  Your hormones may be changing.  Your body may have had a recent illness.  You may be taking a medication that is affecting your hair.  You may be having issues with your scalp or suffering from bacterial or yeast infections.

There are numerous things that can cause hair loss, thinning, or your ability to regrow healthy and thick hair.  And it's important to rule out as many of these as you can to help you pinpoint exactly why your are suffering hair loss or thinning hair.  Until you know the cause, finding the most appropriate treatment is going to be hit or miss and you don't want this because it wastes time and makes it harder to recover.

Next, you need to ask yourself if you're experiencing an increase in shedding, if it's your regrowth that is affected, or both.  See, some people just have a shedding issue and if they can stop this, their hair should recover because there is nothing that is affecting their regrowth. So, if they can stop the shedding or accelerated loss, then they should get their hair back because they are able to regrow healthy thick hair.

Some people are losing normal amounts of hair and aren't shedding but their regrowth has become miniaturized and is much more fine. So the hair that is replacing the shed hair isn't of a good quality and doesn't provide enough coverage or density (so that the over all affect is one of thinning.) In many cases (but not all), this is the hallmark of androgenic alopecia (AGA) or genetic thinning.

And, some people have a combination of both the shedding and the miniaturization, which of course is a double whammy that is going to be more difficult, but not impossible, to over come.  If you have this type of hair loss, you have to be aggressive with both stopping the shedding and fixing your regrowth.

Things You Can Do While Figuring Out Which Category You Fall In: While you are evaluating why you are having hair loss, there are some general things that you can do to make sure that your scalp and your hair are as healthy as you can make them.  First, you should combat inflammation.  Most types of hair loss go hand and hand with inflammation which can make the problem worse. Sometimes, the inflammation is due to androgens and sometimes it's due to reactions, infections, or the process of rapid or relentless hair loss.  Whatever the reason, there are many ways to treat it.  I prefer natural and gentle ingredients first because sometimes the "treatment" will cause even more of a reaction and only begins an additional inflammatory cycle.

 Second, it never hurts to stimulate your scalp as best you can to support your regrowth.  Even folks who are only shedding should do this because it certainly can't hurt. Again, there are many ways to do this including scalp message, laser therapy, herbs and oils, and other topicals.  Again, you need to start any treatment very gradually so that you can watch for any reactions and know the immediate cause.

Never Give Up: Figuring out the cause of your hair loss and thinning and then effectively treating it will likely take a bit of time and trial and error.  But, you are never out of the game until you give up.  Keep trying different things until something works. Always keep your scalp clean, stimulated, and free of inflammation.  Take advantage or products and powders to hide the loss, but always remember that your ultimate goal is to be aggressive with this so that you'll have to rely on this camouflage less and less.

How to find the perfect hair style

Finding the best looking way to wear and/or style our hair is a common problem we all share at one time or another. Fortunately your hair grows and replaces itself, so almost anything you do will "not be permanent". 

As a result trying a new length, shape, or hair color should be a fun experience rather than a scary one. It's all part of the self-discovery process. 

Regardless of how you style your hair now, changing the length and shape periodically can help you keep up with the "natural changes" your hair and facial features under go with time. What once worked well when you were young may not work as well as you age. 

It may come as a surprise but if you look closely you'll find that many of the classic hairstyles are the result of what each hair type does naturally and uniquely. With few exceptions, I've found that almost everyone's natural hair type suits them best when "cut-shaped-styled" to bring out its hidden beauty. 

The secret to finding the "perfect hairstyle" is to simply work with what the hair does naturally and design your style around it. With a custom shaping you can easily dress it up or simply shampoo, comb and go. You'll save time and always look good even when you don't have time to style your hair. However, the shape and length must also complement your face shape and most importantly your unique facial features. 

The most important thing to remember is do the best you can with what you have. If you're not happy with what your hair does, or looks like naturally there are countless ways to change it. But keep in mind that none of these things are permanent. Your hair can be one your most unique features. I always suggest trying to work within the boundries you've been given rather than trying to break those boundries.

How Often Should I Color My Hair?

Another pressing beauty issue...
"It depends on the growth rate of your hair," says colorist Giselle of the Pierre Michel salon in Manhattan. "You should go in for a highlight application every two to four months, and single process color application about every six weeks."

Giselle, who has pumped up the blonde in such actresses as Sharon Stone and Renee Zellwegger, also says, "During the summer hair grows faster, but it also naturally lightens up, so you don't have to get your highlights done as often as during the winter."

Home Remedies for Hair Growth

Are you one of those having hair growth problems? Are you also one of those who have tried various products just to improve the growth of your hair? If you’ve been frustrated for quite some time now in trying to find the best solutions to your hair woes, how about going the natural route?

Yes, there are natural remedies available and these are the same ones that your grandma has taught your mothers. They have been found to be effective in enhancing the condition of one’s scalp and hair. And the best thing about these remedies is that you don’t have to spend so much just to get them. 

It’s time you learn what these natural home remedies are and what the ingredients you will need. You can use them on your scalp and hair on a regular basis to gain the benefits. 

Regular massaging of the scalp stimulates the hair follicles and enhances blood circulation. This promotes healthy hair growth so make sure to massage your head at least 10 minutes each day. Use the balls of your fingers and make gentle motions. 

Rosemary is known to improve the quality of hair by opening the scalp’s blocked pores. Just mix one-half cup of rosemary with one cup of water and then mix the solution to half the amount of your shampoo. Use this mixture to clean your head in the same way that you use a shampoo. 

Another option is to boil rosemary leaves in water and then use the liquid in washing your hair every day. You can also spray the liquid to your hair every morning. Rosemary helps in fighting dandruff which causes hair loss. 

A combination of coconut oil, olive oil and castor oil is also an old remedy. Heat the solution and then apply it on your hair roots. After application, massage your head gently to stimulate the hair follicles.

Aloe vera is an effective plant when it comes to promoting hair growth. If you have this at home, get one leaf and then peel off the skin. You will see the gel-like substance inside and that is what you will apply to your hair. Massage it on your scalp and leave for 10 minutes or even overnight before rinsing.

Coconut milk can also be used as is. Apply on scalp, massage gently and rinse or leave it on your head for 10 to 15 minutes.

Apple vinegar can be used to rinse hair. All you have to do is mix one liter of cold water and one teaspoon of apple vinegar. The solution not only helps improve the hair’s condition but makes it shine as well. 

Lemon juice is a common remedy. This can be mixed with egg and beaten before applying on hair or mixed with curd and mustard oil. Leave it for about half an hour and then rinse well. Lemon is ideal for those with oily hair. 

For dandruff plagued scalp, add three to four drops of tea tree oil to a small amount of shampoo and use this to clean your hair.