Monday, September 15, 2008

Hair Loss and Natural Treatment

Losing hair on a daily basis is normal. However, losing excessive hair can lead to baldness. If you are losing hair more than usual, it is best to take prevent measures so that you do not go bald. You should take advantage of natural hair loss remedies that will help to tackle the hair loss problem without resorting to any medical procedures.

Natural hair loss remedies works well for some people while for others it does not. If you do not want to use chemicals, then it is best you try out these natural hair restoration products. If one method or product does not work for you, move on to the next one. Remember different people have different scalp and hair. What works for one person need not necessarily work for you.

Types of Natural Hair Loss Remedies:

• Massage: This method of hair restoration improve the blood circulation to the hair follicles in body and scalp. This in turn helps to provide the follicles with all the necessary nutrients and prevents hair loss while facilitating hair growth.

• Rosemary Leaves: Make an infusion of rosemary leaves by boil it. Strain the solution and discard the leaves. Use the liquid to wash your hair daily. This method is deemed to be very effective against hair loss.

• Olive Oil: Massage your scalp with olive oil, which is rich in vitamin E. This will facilitate growth of new hair and stop hair loss.

• Uncooked Egg Yolk: Massage an uncooked egg yolk into your scalp. Leave it for an hour and then wash your hair thoroughly. This will stop hair loss, promote hair growth and nourish your hair.

source: keralaonline.com

Hair-loss pupil in cap ban

The mother of a 13-year-old boy who suffers from a rare form of alopecia has criticised his school after it banned him from wearing a baseball cap.

Dale Platts was diagnosed with bronchiolitis, a respiratory virus, when he was five-months-old. As a result he contracted alopecia universalis and lost his hair, toenails and fingernails.

Since attending secondary school the youngster has worn his New York Yankees baseball cap to protect his bald head and eyes, which don't have any lashes.

The blue cap also protected him from bullies who have called him names such as "slap head".

His mother Kenina Platts, 41, of Collingham, Newark, criticised Robert Pattinson School in North Hykeham, Lincolnshire, after he was told the cap broke its dress code.

The school originally allowed Dale to wear a beanie hat but during last summer term relented and allowed him to wear his cap as the hat made his asthma and eczema worse in the heat. But when he returned to school on the first day of term he tried to wear his cap because the hat continued to inflame his eczema and bring on asthma attacks.

He was then told he would either have to take it off, stay at home or be taught in isolation. At present he is staying at home and missing classes.

Mrs Platts said: "It makes me feel angry and hurt. A lot of my friends and family have been saying that it would be different if he had coloured skin. The school would never have been allowed to get away with it.

"Dale is upset about it. He just wants to be at school with his friends, getting on with school. We have had problems with previous schools and I have threatened to go to the press but Dale has asked me not to. But this has been a step too far. He just feels beaten by political correctness, red tape and silly rules."

Stuart MacFarlane, head teacher of the school, said: "We cannot comment of individual cases. We are always open to further discussions with parents on any issue."

source: ukpress.google.com

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Before You Shampoo & Conditioner

There are literally 100s of shampoos & conditioners on the market. So how to pick the best ones for you? Here we break down the key points to consider....before you buy.

Expensive vs. Inexpensive
Is there really a difference between a $2 shampoo and a $20 bottle from your salon? Well yes, and no. Some cheap shampoos contain foaming agents which can dry out the hair. This is good for oily, limp hair. If your hair is sun-damaged, chlorine-damaged or color-damaged then you should invest in a more expensive shampoo. You really should see if the inexpensive shampoos & conditioners work for you and if they don't, or if your hair still appears limp or damaged, you should try a salon product.

The Right Ingredients
The many names of ingredients on bottles can be confusing. But it's true the right ingredients make all the difference. Rather than pay attention to the names on the bottles, pay more attention to the ingredients. Does the shampoo include a mild cleanser like sodium laureth sulfate or a stronger one like ammonium lauryl sulfate? See this article for exactly what to look for in your products.

Children's Shampoos

Forget the cute bottles and pretty colors. That is the last thing that should concern you. Instead, look at the product. You want it as free as possible from coloring and fragrance. Those ingredients are not necessary. And just because a product claims to be mild, does not make it so. Look at the ingredients.

Dandruff Shampoo
The best remedy for dandruff is to rotate three over-the-counter dandruff shampoos -- one containing salicylic acid (to exfoliate), one containing selenium sulfide (to soothe) and a third containing pyrithione zinc (an anti-inflammatory) interspersing them with regular shampoo. A trio of treatments is most effects because if you use only one the fungus could adapt and become immune to it.
Colored Hair
If your hair is colored, you really should consider a shampoo that is specially designed for colored hair. This is because the shampoos are made to be more gentle on your hair & will contain ingredients to preserve color.

source about.com

Does It Really Matter What Shampoo You Use?

We get this question a lot and we've read a variety of answers. Some experts say don't waste your money on a fancy bottle of shampoo when you can get Pantene at the grocery store. Others plug their favorites (and we have ours, as well). But you have to wonder if these 'experts' have some ties to the beauty industry and get some sort of kick backs. Some advice we do buy:

1. Watch the ingredients You want the most gentle shampoo possible, therefore you can't go wrong with a basic baby shampoo. Prefer a regular shampoo? Check bottle labels to see if shampoo contains the lathering agent sodium laureth sulfate. According to the April, 2006, issue of 'Ladies Home Journal,' this product is incredibly drying and will leech moisture from your hair. While you can't tell how much is in the bottle, your best option is to buy shampoos without any of it, or others billed as 'gentle cleansers.'

2. Don't bother with shampoos for colored hair We've read these shampoos can actually strip hair of color because of the harsh ingredients. Again, you're better off opting for a shampoo and conditioner touted as 'gentle'.

3. Supposedly the description on the bottle matters While we're skeptical that shampoos that promise to reduce breakage, boost shine or add body, actually deliver, the experts overwhelmingly insist they do. So we bow to the majority and say abide by the descriptions. If a shampoo bottle says it's moisturizing, volumizing frizz-reducing or shine-enhancing, assume it is. We'll alert you the minute we hear otherwise.

4. If in doubt, go with what you like. If you like a shampoo and the way your hair feels then something must be working. Hold on to it. If your hair is limp, frizzy or dried out like hay, chances are you need a haircut, a deep conditioning or new products that will combat the frizz. Shampoo may not be the culprit.

source about.com

Saturday, April 12, 2008

Procerin Hair Loss Product

Procerin is a hair loss supplement, a blend of herbs, vitamins and minerals specially formulated to block production of DHT , the primary cause of hair loss in men. Procerin is an all-natural DHT inhibitor to use internally to stop hair loss and promote the regrowth of new hair.

Procerin - 2in1 Product

Procerin comes in a convenient tablet form and topical solution (Procerin XT Serum) that are used daily for the treatment of male hair loss. This is the most complete product to fight hair loss. Procerin XT Serum is very effective hair loss solution for external use. In combination with Procerin Tablets, it is everything you need to stop hair loss.

Since Procerin is a non-prescription solution to hair loss, it's available without a prescription.

Male hair loss is caused by a chemical called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). A naturally occurring enzyme in your body (5 alpha-reductase) transforms the male hormone testosterone into DHT . This DHT is the main cause of thinning hair and receding hairline in men.

Certain herbs and minerals, in the proper mixture, can bind with 5 alpha-reductase and prevent it from transforming the testosterone into DHT . Supplements with the correct ingredients can halt the effects of DHT , and even assist in the regrowth of hair, particularly in men ages 18-40.

Procerin - DHT BLOCKER


Procerin blocks the DHT without reacting with testosterone, like some prescription medications. This reduces, and can even halt, the further loss of hair from the scalp, without causing the sexual side effects of prescription drugs like Propecia (finasteride). The most common cause of male hair loss is androgenetic alopecia. It is the type of hair loss that Procerin is designed specifically to combat.

Procerin and Side Effects

Procerin hair loss treatment is free from most of the side effects associated with other medications and supplements. A small minority of men report mild stomach discomfort in the first few days of use. The solution, if this occurs, is to take Procerin with food. Taking Procerin with food will not affect Procerin results.

There are some possible side effects of the Saw Palmetto in Procerin : If you are sensitive to the Saw Palmetto , there may be some mild dizziness, vomiting, constipation or diarrhea.

Procerin and Results

Because hair grows so slowly (about 1/2 inch a month), it is recommended that you use Procerin for at least a month or two before you expect to see results (although some Procerin users reported improvement in only two weeks). The results from Procerin are much faster than Rogaine ® (4 months) or Propecia ® (6 months). Procerin results vary from individual to individual, but many users report experiencing positive Procerin results within the first 3 months of use. Conclusion - Procerin results occur within several weeks for some users, but other users must take Procerin for a period of several months before Procerin results are satisfactory.

source: http://www.procerin-hair-loss.com/?gclid=CIef7ens1ZICFQl3MAodgw0E7A