Dubai Trichologist Feamle Hair loss Hair thinning Specialist
I have been asked many times my opinion about Moroccan Oil and I agree totally with this information from the brilliant Beauty Brains – www.thebeautybrains.com – cosmetic scientists who really know what they are talking about.
Is Moroccan Oil Good For Hair and Skin?
I was recently asked by a patient if they should avoid shampoos containing Sodium Laurel Sulphate?
Despite what you may have read, sodium laurel sulfate (SLS) does not cause or facilitate genetic hair loss. If this was true, every man and woman would be bald. This cheap ingredient may not necessarily be helpful to the hair, but it helps turn a shampoo gel into a gentle lather and is found in the majority of shampoos around the world.
Nizoral 2% contains active ingredient ketoconazole which has been found to be a “weak” inhibitor of DHT, the hormone responsible for female and male pattern baldness. Because it has been found to dry out the hair and scalp, it is recommended to use it no more than 3 times a week. There are better shampoos with more potent DHT blocking agents, such as Tricomax. You can alternate this with any other shampoo of your choice, one that does or does not contain sodium laurel sulfate.
Summer can be one of the most damaging seasons for hair. Long exposure to the sun and heat can quickly dry hair out in some cases will cause damage and hair loss. Here are our three tips for helping combat the elements: Continue reading “Summer tips for dry hair.”
Henna is an herb from India that is known for its coloring and health benefits. Henna can be used as a conditioner for the hair and can help with split ends and breaking. However, like any other conditioner, it will not fix hair loss that is caused by damage to the hair follicle or that is genetic. Some think that the anti-fungal properties of Henna may help with fungal infections of the scalp that can cause hair loss, but this is not scientifically proven. If you think that you are experiencing hair loss due to a fungus you should consult with your physician first before starting any treatment.
Conditioning with Henna may help your hair look healthy, but it won’t prevent most types of hair loss, nor would it help regrow your hair. If you think you are experiencing hair loss, see your Trichologist.
Hair loss can have a huge impact on a woman’s quality of life. It can present a large amount of psychological and emotional problems, and if others fail to recognize these problems it can greatly add to the effect. This can range from just a small decrease in self-esteem, to increased amounts of anxiety and yes, can even lead to depression. Continue reading “Hair loss can h…”