Chemical absorption myth First, it is not true that whatever you put on your skin gets absorbed in to you body. Skin is designed to keep things out of your body. It is an excellent barrier to almost all chemicals. This is why doctors still have to give you shots or you have to take pills […]
Brushing It is better to use a comb than a brush – a comb is easier on your hair. Vigorous brushing weakens your hair by removing some of the hair’s cuticle. Brushing may break hair off of the cuticle The constant traction, pulls the hair out. Sharp bristles will also scratch your scalp. Brushes […]
Nutrition The significance of diet and the way it can affect your hair should not be underestimated. Numerous problems can arise from either a deficiency or an excess of nutrients, and in some cases nutrition alone can be the cause of a hair loss problem. Often a simple change in diet will have a beneficial […]
What Causes Balding? Many people experiencing hair loss may wonder what the most common cause is. Androgenetic Alopecia accounts for almost all cases of hair loss in men and women, approximately 95% to be exact. In men, this is more often referred to as Male Pattern Baldness. It is known for causing a receding hair […]
I see many patients that have, or think they have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Hair loss can be an early indicator Do you think you have PCOS? Here are the signs to look out for. Period problems: PCOS often comes to light during puberty, as 75 per cent of those with the disease will experience period problems where […]
Some people wonder if the food they eat could be causing their hair loss. It is actually true, somewhat, that eating too much fast food can contribute to hair loss. Processed foods and fast food alike usually provide little to no nutrition required for healthy hair growth or the physique in general. Too much fast […]
Contrary to popular belief, dandruff (pityriasis capitis) is not dry scalp. Most dandruff is oily so there is no point in putting on oil and rubbing it in, to cure your dry scalp – it will only make the oily flakes oilier – and stickier. Pityriasis capitis affects most people at some time in their […]
Vegetarians and hair loss.
Every day in the clinic I see vegetarians, and while that is their choice it is not a good one for hair.Vegetarians don’t necessarily have less hair, but many people who make the transition to vegetarianism or veganism experience some hair loss because of the shortage of some nutrition or other factors. Diet does play […]
Do you really know how to shampoo your hair?.
