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The dictionary defines waxing as: ‘a temporary method of hair removal which removes the hair at the root New hairs do not grow back in the waxed area for three to eight weeks Almost any area of the body can be waxed, including eyebrows, face, bikini area, legs, arms, back, abdomen and feet’ But don’t be fooled into thinking that waxing is for women only. Today’s fashion trends have men waxing their bodies for cosmetic reasons, and many athletes such as bodybuilders and swimmers have been waxing for years. Most waxes are comprised of some proportional mixture of paraffin or beeswax, natural oils or fats, and a specially designed resin to help the wax adhere to the skin. Some brands of wax add Vitamin E or other supplements. If you think that you might want to try waxing, the first step, whether you are a male or female, is to decide if you want to use the ‘hot’ or ‘cold’ wax technique. The hot wax method involves heating the wax to a comfortable temperature. A thin layer of wax is spread onto the area to be treated in the direction of the hair growth. Once the wax is cooled it is quickly torn off, in the opposite direction of the hair growth, and the hair is removed with it. With the cold wax process, strips of cloth are pre-coated with wax. You apply the strips to the area to be treated, rub the strips in the direction of hair growth, and then pull the strips off quickly in the opposite direction. Although hot waxing techniques are a bit more messy than cold wax ones, many people find that the hot wax gives better results You can apply a non-perfumed moisturizer to the treated area if you want to

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What does ancient horsetail have to do with hair loss treatment Horsetail is only one of the oldest forms of plant life on the planet This simplest of plants, a pale green reed, grows all over the world in damp ditches and moist ground Some have taken it from the wild and transplanted it for its primitive appeal, but there is more to it than its arty profile in the garden, especially if you’re suffering from any form of hair loss. It is perfectly hollow as a drinking straw, with a moist and silky interior lining. This is where the natural silica lies, along the inside lining, pale green to glistening white. Because of the extra-fine silica within horsetail, it has been effective in strengthening hair growth, nails and teeth. The body easily absorbs the microscopic silica. Usually, it is not a singular treatment for hair loss but is added to enrich natural hair loss formulas that are taken orally. It is present in several hair restoration complexes that have impressive records of success and replenishment. In taking horsetail, one needs to be careful not to ingest too much tea or tablet, because it is a source of nicotine. Presently, the freeze-dried capsule is the most potent form of this reed that was brushing the toes of the dinosaurs. Liquid extract is also available and should be diluted in water and drank. Some prefer to make a tea from dried horsetail: one Tablespoon of crushed herb to one Cup of hot, not boiling, water A scant teaspoon of sugar is said to aid the release of silica Whereas Horsetail was traditionally used in homeopathic medicine as a bone-strengthener, Flaxseed Oil has a different story It is a rich source of lignans. Lignans are a substance that has corrected Prostate problems, specifically benign enlargement. Lignans are known to positively affect hormone-related problems-and that includes Male Pattern Hair Loss (MPHL). Male Pattern Hair Loss is often caused by a specific hormone problem, when Testosterone morphs into Dehydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT usually plagues the hair follicles of men who are experiencing serious hair loss. Flax seed oil is thought to be an inhibitor of DHT. It has not been proven in a laboratory study, but some bright, investigative type will discover the evidence soon. Scientists in clinical studies have found that certain drugs, which are excellent in treating the enlarged benign prostate, are also effective in halting hair loss. That is, they make good hair loss treatment remedies. Medical scientific research has yet to pay close attention to the fact that there are quite a few natural herbals that have proven most effective in treating prostate enlargement. Homeopathic apothecaries and pharmacists believe that if a natural drug works to correct hormonal alterations and aberrations, including BPH (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia), then they may also stop Male Pattern Hair Loss.

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Vena

Ok so you know someone, you are someone, or you’ve seen someone who sports excessive unwanted hair in the manner of an overgrown creature from a B-grade fright flick It’s not only men that can suffer from excessive unwanted hair, but women as well 30000 years before there were New York laser hair removal centers, Manhattan natives were most probably far hairier than they are now, but times change… slowly. It was still as recently as 1977 that Saturday Night Fever showed us how sexy a hairy chested man could be, “not that there’s anything wrong with that”. Today we all still have body hair to varying degrees, but for an increasing number, it seems to be far more fashionable to have the sleek smooth hairless look. The caveman (I just came back from a big hunt and I’m sweating) look seems to be on the decline…So maybe you live in Manhattan, you’re a successful professional with back hair and maybe you’re comfortable not being as smooth as a dolphin. On the other hand you might be the type who doesn’t want to take your shag carpet to the gym and unleash it on the beautiful fashionistas and you’re looking for the best New York laser hair removal options. Likewise, maybe you’re an aerobics instructor in a swank uptown gym and you’re tired of waxing or shaving to keep the Amazon rainforest in check and you want to find out more about laser hair removal New York style. Whatever you case is, here is a brief introduction to permanent hair removal by laser and how laser hair removal works. In a nutshell laser hair removal works by using special types and frequencies of laser light to destroy hair follicles. The process works because the laser light targets melanin, which is the pigment in hair follicles. Laser light heats up the melanin destroying structures in the follicle without damaging surrounding tissue. Various types of lasers are used in the process and may include the Nd:Yag CoolGlide laser and the GentleLase alexandrite laser Laser hair removal is generally regarded as a hair reduction technique and usually takes several treatments to get best results This is because the hair follicles must be treated when they are in their growth phase As hair grows in cycles, typically only 30% of hair cells will be growing at any time. Darker course hair tends to respond best, with blonde and red hair generally not responding as well to treatment. Costs of using New York laser hair removal centers don’t tend to be any higher than any other cities in the U. S. Prices will depend on what area you are getting treated and more importantly the size of the area.

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Arletta

What is hair weavingIt’s the science of weaving or braiding human or synthetic hair to the roots of existing, healthy hair so that it grows along with natural hair, thus giving the impression of a thick growth It’s also called hair integration or hair intensification It’s a procedure appropriate for people with thinning hair. It’s not something that requires a hospital visit; it’s usually done in salons as a temporary procedure. How does it work. Two or three shafts of hair natural or synthetic are woven into the root area. Some of the natural hair is woven or braided together to act as an anchor, to which the add-on tufts are sewn, woven, knitted or glued. The extensions have to be repositioned every five or six weeks as the natural hair grows out. Sounds Complex. It is. Apart from the sheer tedium of repeated ‘surgeries’, the procedure stresses the existing hair as well. Also, keeping the scalp and hair clean is a problem, as vigorous washing could loosen the new hair. The American Hair Loss Council advises the procedure only for people with plenty of healthy hair, and that too, for periods not longer than a few weeks A patch test is essential to ensure the person undergoing the procedure is not allergic to any of the adhesives or implants used Implants For the hair A non-surgical implant is the dressed-up term now used for a simple procedure that has been upgraded over the years. Actually, a non surgical implant describes the attachment of a hair system to existing hair with surgical glue, and subsequent trimming to ensure the add-ons blend with natural hair. What about more long-term solutions. Hair Graft. This is the most popular surgical method, but it can be done only on people who are partially bald. The results are permanent and can be achieved in four or five sittings. The procedure involves removing hair follicles from the back of the head (where the growth is the most persistent) and implanting them on the pate. This hair grows naturally, requiring no follow-up action. It’ll never resemble a thick mane, but it’s presentable. Tissue ExpansionIt involves implanting silicon balloons with hair bearing skin on either side of the head.

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Loriann

The boom in alternative medicine has not passed by the market for baldness ‘cures’: there are now more tonics available than ever, with advertising shouting of ‘natural’, ‘herbal’ and ‘aromatherapy’ Many people’s first response to hair loss is to purchase a tonic, and it is always possible that, from amongst the vast and varied range of tonics available in the shops and by mail order, you might be lucky enough to come across one that does some good Many, however, make wildly exaggerated claims, which they ‘prove’ with testimonials and ‘before and after’ photographs with changes of angle, exposure and even hairstyle to create a false impression of hair growth Scientific proof requires controlled double-blind trials - that is, trials in which one group uses the product and another uses a placebo, and neither they nor their doctor knows until the trial is over which they used. Of course, we do not generally require such a high level of proof before we make everyday decisions (nor are double blind trials easily applied to testing the individualistic prescriptions of much alternative medicine), but given the price of some tonics it is a good idea to question what ‘proof’ means in their advertising: it may mean little more than that the advertising standards people haven’t caught up with this one yet. If in doubt, you could contact the company asking for more evidence to support their claims. Testimonials may, of course, be falsified, or selectively edited; in any case, many types of hair loss can cure themselves spontaneously, and even the loss leading to male pattern baldness can stop for a few years of its own accord. If the treatment being sold involves rubbing the scalp, or requires more frequent washing, it may be this rather than the product that is having the beneficial effect - hence the use of double-blind trials. Before you buy a tonic, check the ingredients (mistrust any that insist on the secrecy of their formula) and see whether you cannot in fact produce something similar at home for a fraction of the cost. Also check whether the tonic actually claims to promote growth: many ‘tonics’ contain alcohol (though it may be hidden - for example, herbal tinctures are made with alcohol), which has a drying effect that may irritate more sensitive scalps and coarsens the hair; these are in fact simply intended as a sort of emergency shampoo. Unfortunately, although alcohol does dissolve the oils that make hair greasy, it does not remove them, merely spreads them along the hair shaft - which is unlikely to improve the appearance of greasy hair. Dry shampoos are a better alternative.

Until Next Time,
Thresa

Hirsutism is a condition where too much hair grows on your body or face It can occur in both males and females, but usually women consider it more of a problem As a rule, when women have hirsutism they have thick, dark hair on their back, chest, face and abdomen Women from certain ethnic groups are inclined to have more body hair than others. Even though they do have excessive hair, it doesn’t mean that they have hirsutism. Hirsutism is a different type of hair than the fine baby hair that is usually found on a woman’s body. The male hormone androgen occurs in both males and females. When it occurs in abnormally high levels in women, they are more prone to hirsutism. Other symptoms of high hormones in women are irregular menstrual periods, acne, deeper voice and increased muscle mass. If you are overweight, losing weight will reduce the number of hormones in your body that cause increased hair growth. Of course, shaving is the safest and fastest method for removing hair. Skin can become irritated when you shave often, so you are advised to apply a small amount of 1% hydrocortisone cream. There can be underlying health reasons for women having hirsutism such as polycystic ovary syndrome and Cushings Disease. Women can also experience hirsutism as a result of hair follicles that are overly sensitive to male hormones Medicines such as birth control pills, anabolic steroids and hormones also are known to cause excessive hair growth in certain women

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Karleen

Whether you’re male or female, at some point in your life, hair removal becomes an issue to come to terms withThere are people who choose to allow all of their body hair to just grow, wherever, however Then there are people who don’t want hair on some part(s) of their body at all so they elect to undergo the expensive, extensive and painful experience of electrolysis - The only hair removal process that has been proven to be permanent Between these two ends of the spectrum of what to do with body hair, most people remove hair from some part(s) of their body and, depending on the body part, hair and skin type, employ a variety of processes to do so. Let’s start at the top, shall we. For those males, and females, who enjoy having a bald head, there is no better hair removal process than shaving. And while there are those within this group who get very satisfactory results with one of the newer tri-blade razors, true aficionados of the smooth, shiny and healthy looking scalp say there is nothing to compare with the results achieved with a straight edged razor - Once you know how. Shaving, either with a wet razor or an electric shaver, is the traditional way most males remove their facial hair. Although today, there are wet and dry shavers that are gaining in popularity. For some males, convinced they’re really female and committed to becoming one, the process of electrolysis is sometimes employed to eradicate the facial hairs hormone treatments don’t affect. Just as many females endure electrolysis to remove unwanted hairs on their face. But again, most females and transsexuals opt for alternatives such as tweezing or depilatories specifically formulated for the face, as opposed to electrolysis. For these people seeking a smooth and hairless face, shaving is not an option. When it comes to chest hair - Some females seek electrolysis, but most often simply tweeze hairs from around the areola, (about the nipple of the breast) But because males have such a large area to contend with, electrolysis really isn’t a viable hair removal process Neither are laser hair removal treatments simply because of the cost and time involved So most males who desire to remove their chest hair often go to a salon and get it waxed. Or regularly apply a depilatory or shave. This applies to the back as well. Although to effectively use a depilatory or razor/shaver on his back, obviously a male needs a friendly accomplice. While we’re still dealing with the upper part of the body, there are the armpits, for which shaving is the most popular process. Depilatories are not recommended because the caustic chemicals can be too easily absorbed. And waxing, well, it’s an option, but not a popular one because it’s s-o-o-o painful to have hairs yanked from this super sensitive area. For those males and females who choose to remove hair from their pubic areas - Yes, some people do elect electrolysis, but most employ alternatives. The most used hair removal alternative to electrolysis is the handy-dandy wet razor. One cannot say that it’s the most popular because of the inherent dangers of wielding a razor sharp blade around this area and because the skin is so sensitive, the results are more often than not uncomfortable after the first few hours, but still - Millions of people around the globe repeatedly remove their pubic hair with a wet razor. Research reveals that a sizable group of people pay the high price for laser treatments to remove hair in the pubic area, but it’s a bit of a mystery why. Because it takes several sessions over a period of time to remove all the hair, and by that time, the hair has already started to grow back in where it was first removed. Not to mention the side effects along the way that can leave one feeling quite raw and sore. There is waxing, but only for those with a high pain threshold . Although many can endure bikini line waxing as it’s a small area that can be done in about 15 minutes at a salon, so one could say it’s a popular hair removal process. But - It’s recommended that the skin be allowed to heal a few days before “agitating”, it. Depilatories are only suitable for use strictly along the bikini lines. Again, the harsh chemicals that “melt”, the hair could cause severe problems if allowed anywhere else. There is a rumor that there are those who tweeze their pubic hair - But that one’s too painful to even consider. When it comes to legs - Well, shaving beats out all other alternatives to electrolysis.

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Jeanett

Millions of Americans are affected by thinning hair and hair loss, called alopecia Typically we think of men with the most common form of hair loss, male-pattern-baldness, as having a trait that is inherited from family members But hair loss is not just a male problem Hair loss can also affect women and children for a variety of reasons. Hair Loss CausesThinning hair and sudden hair loss can be caused by any number of very different reasons. Stress related to illnesses can bring about a sudden change in one’s hair and even affect a temporary hair loss. Hormone imbalances due to illness, even pregnancy and childbirth can cause another temporary form of hair loss that typically lasts only a brief period of time and is rather characteristic. We all are familiar with hair loss from chemotherapy treatment, and there are other drugs related to hair loss, as well. Male-pattern-baldness, the type we associate with familial ties, is typically blamed on the paternal lineage, but there is an increasing body of scientific evidence supporting the idea that this type of hereditary hair loss may in fact be a product of the maternal lineage. A complex array of hormonal issues is to blame for male baldness of this type. Hair loss is best discussed with a physician who can work with you to determine the cause characteristic to your case and explore the various treatment options available. Hair ReplacementA popular and very viable treatment option for hair loss, especially in men with male pattern baldness, is surgical hair replacement. Healthy hair follicles are literally harvested from the back of the scalp and transplanted to the hairline and top of the scalp. A good portion of this treatment is determined on a patient-by-patient basis and is part medicine, part artistry on the part of the physician ProductsFor many though, including women and children, hair loss may not be treatable with surgical replacement methods In these cases, there are scads of products on the market, some viable, some downright hokey Rogaine, or minoxidil, was originally developed as a treatment for high blood pressure. A documented side effect, though, was an increase in hair growth on various parts of the body. Since the drug was not very effective at treating its initial problem, researchers developed it instead as a treatment for hair loss.

That’s All Folks,
Augustina

Discovering you have a bald spot on the top of your head could really shock you if you didn’t know or understand what type of condition it is This may leave you in a bit of a shocking situation looking for answering right away Just knowing that you are not alone with this problem may help you overcome some of your fears and questions right away This specific disease is called Alopecia and it affects millions of people every day. This particular disease called Alopecia affects the hair growth in your scalp and other places. Generally this type of hair loss is a cause of great concern to those affected, since hair is considered as a part of the total personal image. Alopecia can occur in everyone, especially so in children and teenagers. It can also occur in old age as well. The probability is equally split among adult men and women. Alopecia usually occurs on your head, though it is also seen on the beard in men and eye lashes, and eye brow in women. Alopecia can create serious emotional and psychological stress among those affected women. A spot of Alopecia can create social embarrassment to a woman who is affected very badly. Though there are different types of Alopecia, most of them are non contagious and are usually related to those reasons which are not disease specific. Alopecia Areata is one form of hair loss that is more disturbing socially than anything This type of hair loss will likely result in people whose family also suffers from other autoimmune diseases such as thyroid disease or rheumatoid arthritis The hardest part about the affects of Alopecia Areata is not knowing what will happen next Some people experience full re-growth of their hair while others continue to loose patches here and there. Not knowing what will happen next and if you will continue to experience hair loss is one of the hardest things to overcome. If the hair does grow back there is a small chance that it may come in white and then slowly go back to your original color or it may just grow back in your original hair color. While some people never experience hair loss again others may continue to see bare patches on their scalp. For young teenagers or adults learning how to cope with this form of hair loss is one of the toughest challenges.

Thanks for reading,
Janice

Millions of Americans are affected by thinning hair and hair loss, called alopecia Typically we think of men with the most common form of hair loss, male-pattern-baldness, as having a trait that is inherited from family members But hair loss is not just a male problem Hair loss can also affect women and children for a variety of reasons. Hair Loss CausesThinning hair and sudden hair loss can be caused by any number of very different reasons. Stress related to illnesses can bring about a sudden change in one’s hair and even affect a temporary hair loss. Hormone imbalances due to illness, even pregnancy and childbirth can cause another temporary form of hair loss that typically lasts only a brief period of time and is rather characteristic. We all are familiar with hair loss from chemotherapy treatment, and there are other drugs related to hair loss, as well. Male-pattern-baldness, the type we associate with familial ties, is typically blamed on the paternal lineage, but there is an increasing body of scientific evidence supporting the idea that this type of hereditary hair loss may in fact be a product of the maternal lineage. A complex array of hormonal issues is to blame for male baldness of this type. Hair loss is best discussed with a physician who can work with you to determine the cause characteristic to your case and explore the various treatment options available. Hair ReplacementA popular and very viable treatment option for hair loss, especially in men with male pattern baldness, is surgical hair replacement. Healthy hair follicles are literally harvested from the back of the scalp and transplanted to the hairline and top of the scalp. A good portion of this treatment is determined on a patient-by-patient basis and is part medicine, part artistry on the part of the physician ProductsFor many though, including women and children, hair loss may not be treatable with surgical replacement methods In these cases, there are scads of products on the market, some viable, some downright hokey Rogaine, or minoxidil, was originally developed as a treatment for high blood pressure. A documented side effect, though, was an increase in hair growth on various parts of the body. Since the drug was not very effective at treating its initial problem, researchers developed it instead as a treatment for hair loss.

Have a nice day,
Setsuko