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About Hair Transplants
A hair transplant is an excellent way to battle hair loss, but you need to know what to expect before choosing this expensive method...
Ageing and Hair Changes
Understanding the changes that occur in our hair as we age can help us to keep it looking younger - and healthier - for longer....
Ageing and Hair Loss
Just as your body slows down as you get older, so does the growth of your hair. One way to restrict your hair loss is by enhancing your protein intake....
Alcohol and Hair Loss
The effects of excessive alcohol intake on the body are well known, but not many people know how alcohol damages hair. Here are the different ways in which alcohol can contribute to hair loss....
Anaemia and Hair Loss
A guide to different types of anaemia, how this condition can affect your hair, and what you can do about it....
Asking Your Doctor About Hair Loss
Why it's important to discuss your hair loss with your doctor, how your doctor can help, and how to prepare for your appointment....
Astressin-b Peptide Treatment for Hair Loss
An exciting new development in the treatment of chronic stress could lead to highly effective treatments for some types of hair loss....
Bald and Proud
Hair loss can be socially embarrassing or an opportunity to embrace a new look. Become one of millions who are bald and proud by taking care of your bare scalp....
Baldness and Warrior Traditions
The importance of baldness in military tradition, why it's important and how it marked out warriors....
Beard Growth Disorders
A guide to the reasons why some men struggle to grow beards and others experience sudden loss of beard hair....
Body Building and Hair Loss
Why do body builders suffer from hair loss and what can be done about it?...
Can Hair Care Products Cause Hair Loss?
Not all hair loss is caused by genetic misfortune or hard-to-treat illness. Sometimes you need look no further than your own bathroom for the culprit, as products designed to help have the opposite ef...
Can Hair Loss be a Sign of Other Ailments?
Sudden hair loss can indicate the onset of certain medical disorders. Know how to recognise these disorders and when to seek medical attention....
Can Hair Products Cause Hair Loss?
Hair products may seem like a style necessity to some people. However, the wrong products can lead to hair loss....
Can Head Lice and Parasites Cause Hair Loss?
What types of parasite infestation can lead to hair loss, and how can they be treated?...
Can I Apply Heat To My Wig?
You can style your wig with heated hair styling products if you use the proper tools and techniques. Find out how here....
Can Poor Hair Care Cause Hair Loss?
Poor hair care due to traction alopecia and other skin disorders is common. Careful maintenance following a hair care program on a regular basis can prevent such unnecessary hair loss....
Can Scalp Massage Stimulate Hair Growth
Scalp massage increases blood circulation so that your hair follicles receive more of the nutrients they need for optimal hair growth....
Can Surgery Cause Hair Loss?
Worried about losing your hair after surgery? Find out why hair loss can occur after surgery and how to cope if it does happen to you....
Can Vitamin Supplements Prevent Hair Loss?
Vitamin supplements may not be able to prevent hair loss, but they can increase the health of your hair and promote optimal hair growth....
Can You Prevent Male Pattern Baldness?
Male Pattern Baldness doesn’t pose any physical problems but can psychologically demanding. A number of prescriptive, surgical and cosmetic treatments are available which are safe and help prevent th...
Can You Treat Alopecia?
Alopecia, an autoimmune skin disease that causes hair loss, cannot be cured. However, depending on the severity of the condition, treatment for the disease is available....
Cancer and Hair Loss
Cancer is a very difficult disease to face and conquer. And the hair loss that results from its treatment can be just as emotionally challenging for many patients....
Caring for Brittle Hair
A guide to caring for brittle hair, helping it to recover and reducing the risk of long term hair problems....
Caring for Human Hair Wigs
You can make your human hair wig last much longer and look much better if you learn how to take care of it the way a professional would. It's easier than you might think....
Caring for Oily Hair
Looking after oily hair requires special consideration and can be a lot of hard work, but the results are worth it....
Caring for Your Scalp
A guide to looking after your scalp and protecting against dry skin, flaking, minor infections and skin cancer....
Causes of Corkscrew Hair
Corkscrew hair is an unusual, fragile hair type that can signal serious health problems. Learning to identify it may help you get the assistance you need to reduce the risks....
Causes of Hair Loss in Women
By understanding the causes of hair loss in women you can take steps to prevent the condition or reduce its severity....
Causes of Losing Body Hair
Skin conditions, hormonal disorders, medical illnesses, diet, and stress can all be causes of over all body hair loss....
Causes of Temporary Hair Loss
The causes of temporary hair loss are long and varied. By understanding these causes, however, you can help protect the health of your hair....
Coping with Hair Loss for Men
Coping with hair loss or thinning hair can be frustrating. However, once you educate yourself about the condition and surround yourself with understanding people, you can learn to live with and maybe ...
Coping With Hair Loss for Women
Female hair loss can very hard to deal with. However, by learning some basic coping techniques you can work towards acceptance and take your condition in your stride....
Coping With Hair Regrowth
When hair grows back after a period of baldness, it can be difficult to know what to do. What should you expect, how should you care for it, and how can you make the most of it?...
Coping With Thinning Eyelashes
What are the causes of thinning eyelashes and what can you do to solve the problem?...
Coping With Trichotillomania
Coping with trichotillomania can be easier when you have the proper tools and resources....
Could Water Change Cause My Hair to Fall Out?
Both well water and prednisone can lead to hair thinning in some instances....
Creating a New Look When Losing Your Hair
Rather than losing confidence in the way you look as you lose your hair, why not reinvent yourself and develop a flattering new image?...
Dealing With Negative Reactions to Hair Loss
How to deal with other people's prejudice and the unsupportive attitude they may have in relation to your hair loss....
Diabetes and Hair Loss
Losing your hair can be an early warning sign of diabetes, but once you're getting help with your illness, what can you do to prevent further hair loss?...
Diet and Hair Loss
Altering your diet to include the proper nutrients and vitamins can help you avoid hair loss and reduce existing hair loss or shedding....
DNA Tests for Hair Loss
What could a DNA test tell you about your prospect of losing your hair, and what should you know before taking one?...
Dreadlocks and Hair Loss
Can dreadlocks cause hair loss? Can dreadlocks conceal hair loss? How can you care for and style your dreads to reduce the risk?...
Electric Pulse Treatments
Electric pulse treatments can be very effective for reversing hair loss. However, their effectiveness depends on the type of hair loss being treated....
Follicle Injection to Help Treat Hair Loss
Follicle injection is the new treatment set to revolutionise the world of hair restoration. It can help you grow a new head of hair - from your own cells....
General Hair Care
To achieve healthy hair, you need to choose proper shampoos and conditioners, as well as avoid simple mistakes while styling your hair....
Genes and Hair Loss
The genetics behind hair loss are more complicated than you might think, but recent discoveries make gene therapy a possible future cure....
Hair Dye Allergies and Hair Loss
How hair dye can cause hair loss, what to do about it, and what are safer ways to colour your hair....
Hair Extensions and Weaving
Hair extensions and weaving can improve the look of thinning hair, however they can also cause increased hair loss or hair strand damage....
Hair Integration Pieces
Hair integration pieces are a great choice for people who want to improve the look of thinning hair or find a more comfortable, attractive alternative to a wig....
Hair Loss and Cancer Risk
Certain types of hair loss have been linked to increased cancer risks, but knowing what to look out for means that even if you're unlucky you have a high chance of coming out of it okay....
Hair Loss and Depression
A look at the ways that depression can cause hair loss, the truth about hair loss and anti-depressants, and how to cope with depression caused by hair loss....
Hair Loss and Relationship Stress
Hair loss can lead to all sorts of relationship difficulties. How can you approach them in a constructive way?...
Hair Loss and Smoking
In recent medical studies smoking has been linked to an increased risk of premature hair loss....
Hair Loss and the Media: How Bald Became Sexy
The history of bald celebrities and how they made being bald not only acceptable but highly desirable....
Hair Loss and the Menopause
The facts about how menopause affects the hair, how hormone replacement therapy can influence this, and how to manage the situation in a way that works for you....
Hair Loss and the Pill
Sometimes hair loss and the pill go hand in hand. However, by understanding this condition you can better prepare for its occurrence....
Hair Loss and Thyroid Problems
How can thyroid problems cause hair loss? Is it true that medication can damage your hair too? What can you do to improve your health and restore your hair to good condition?...
Hair Loss in Adolescence
For some unfortunate people, adolescence marks the start of hair loss problems. Understanding the specific issues that young people with hair loss face is the key to helping them cope....
Hair Loss in Young People
A guide for young people and for those who help them when they have to deal with hair loss....
Hair Loss Linked to Tooth Infections
New research shows that sudden hair loss may be linked to tooth infections. Scheduling an appointment with a dentist may help you halt and reverse unwanted hair thinning....
Hair Loss Myths
When dealing with hair loss concerns it is best to search out the more common balding myths and get the facts so you can begin hair loss prevention....
Hair Loss Support Groups
Facing hair loss alone is tough, but the right support group can make it much easier for you to adjust to your situation and face the future with confidence....
Hair Loss Types in Different Ethnic Groups
Your ethnic background can tell you a lot about your risk of hair loss and what do to in order to improve your prospects....
Hair Loss: A Hidden Epidemic
Facts and figures about hair loss. How many people does it really effect? Is it common in women as well as men? How does it change with age?...
Hair Treatments to Avoid
How to make sure that the hair loss treatment you choose is safe for you, and how to avoid getting ripped off by rogue products and treatments....
Hair Volumiser Tips
Hair volumisers can help you to make the most of the hair you still have, disguising its thinness and making it look great....
Having Your Wig Cut to Suit You
You must have a good stylist that understands how to work with wigs if you want to have your wig cut to suit you....
Hereditary Hair Loss
Hereditary hair loss is a genetic condition that affects both males and females. Fortunately, many treatment options are available that can help this bothersome condition....
Hormonal Changes and Hair Loss
Some hormonal changes, such as childbirth, thyroid problems and menopause, can lead to hair loss. Fortunately, this hair loss is usually temporary in nature....
How Often Should You Wash Your Wig?
How often you wash your wig will depend on your lifestyle and the type of wig that you have purchased....
How to Dye Your Wig
A guide to colouring, dyeing, streaking and highlighting wigs to get exactly the look you want....
How to Handle Hair Loss in Children
Handling hair loss in children can be emotionally draining and hard to cope with. However, with a few suggestions you and your child can begin to accept the loss and work towards a better future....
How to Style Receding Hair
Here are some of the many ways to make a receding hairline look better, whether you prefer to hide it or want to make it work for you....
I Lost My Hair to Cancer: A Case Study
An interview with a leukaemia survivor who talks about the damage chemotherapy and radiotherapy did to his hair, and how he coped with it....
Infant Hair Loss
A guide to the leading causes of infant hair loss and what you can do to help your child....
Inflammation and Hair Loss
Inflammation is a common factor in many hair loss conditions. How can you identify and treat it?...
Infrared and UV Light Treatments
Infra red and UV light treatments can be very effective for controlling hair loss. However, these treatments are not right for everyone or for every type of hair loss....
Lumps on the Scalp
What could it mean if you find a lump on your scalp? Learn about the common causes of lumps and what you should do....
Lupus and Hair Loss
What you need to know about lupus and hair loss. How lupus can cause hair loss, how lupus medication can affect your hair, and what you can do about it....
Make-Up to Help You Look Good Bald
A guide to how you can alter your make-up style to make the most of being bald....
Medication for Hair Loss
Medication can be an excellent option in fighting off hair loss, as long as you understand how it works....
Medication That Causes Hair Loss
How commonly used drugs can cause hair thinning and baldness, with advice on what to expect and what you can do about it....
Muslim Women and Hair Loss
A look at the distinct hair loss issues faced by Muslim women, how to prevent hijab-related hair loss, and what Islam advises for women dealing with hair problems....
Natural Remedies for Hair Loss
There are many choices when it comes to natural remedies for hair loss. Many of which are very effective and side effect free....
NHS Help With Wigs
Could you be eligible for an NHS wig or fabric support? It's easier than you think and there are lots of different options....
One-sided Hair Loss
The strange phenomenon of one-sided hair loss and what it can indicate about your general health....
Other Surgery for Hair Loss
Traditional hair transplant surgeries do not have to be your only choice for the treatment of baldness. Scalp reduction, scalp stretching, and flap surgery techniques can all be very effective for the...
Overdoing Hair Care
Can you have too much of a good thing? When it comes to hair care, the answer is yes, but understanding the risks can help you to get the balance right....
Partial Hair Loss
What can you do when you lose just part of your hair? How can you cover thin or bald patches without damaging your remaining hair?...
Permanent Hair Loss
By learning about the causes of permanent hair loss you can get help for your condition and seek the necessary treatment....
Piedra and Hair Loss
Piedra is a fungal infection that can damage your hair and cause it to break. Learn to recognise the symptoms and you can stop it in its tracks....
Poisoning and Hair Loss
Poisoning can happen surprisingly easily in the modern world and hair loss is often an early symptom. It's important to take it seriously and to look out for other signs that could point to the cause....
Pollution and Hair Loss
Pollution can sometimes be a significant factor in triggering hair loss. How can you tell if this is affecting you, and what can you do to combat it?...
Pregnancy and Hair Loss
Pregnancy can cause many changes in the hair growth cycle. Before you become concerned with hair loss during pregnancy it is best to understand all of the facts....
Protecting Your Hair When Swimming
Having the right hair care routine can protect your hair from damage while you have fun swimming....
Pseudopelade and Hair Loss
Pseudopelade is a progressive condition that can lead to permanent hair loss. Early diagnosis is important if treatment is to be effective....
Radiation and Hair Loss
Radiation can take quite a toll on your hair, but why does it happen this way and is there anything you can do to reduce the damage?...
Ringworm and Hair Loss
Ringworm can cause sudden and devastating hair loss, especially in children. How can you identify this common infection, what causes it, and how can you get rid of it?...
Scalp Damage and Hair Loss
Impact injuries, burns and infections can cause serious damage to the scalp, but how does this affect hair growth and what are your chances of recovery?...
Scalp Reduction Surgery
Drastic but often highly effective, scalp reduction surgery can extend healthy hair-producing skin across bald areas of your head to disguise hair loss....
Seasonal Hair Loss
Can your rate of hair loss be affected by the time of year? If so, how does it happen and what does it mean for people with other hair loss conditions?...
Shampoos for Hair Loss
When researching shampoos for hair loss it helps to understand exactly what these products can do, which active ingredients work best, and what conditions they each work best with....
Sikh Men and Hair Loss
Why does hair loss disproportionately affect Sikh men and what are the culturally appropriate solutions?...
Starting to Wear a Wig
A guide to navigating that difficult period when you're just starting to wear a wig and you'd prefer no-one noticed it's not your real hair....
Stem Cell Science and Hair Regrowth
Stem cell research is producing great results when it comes to the treatment of permanent hair loss. With continued research a cure for this frustrating condition is definitely in the foreseeable futu...
Stress and Hair Loss
Stress and hair loss can go hand in hand. The key to avoiding this unpleasant symptom of stress lies in learning how to relax....
Structure of the Hair
Understanding the structure of your hair can help you maintain healthy hair and prevent unnecessary breakages....
Styling to Protect Hair
A guide to styling your hair in ways that place it under minimum strain and help to keep it in good condition for longer, despite hair loss problems....
Styling Tricks to Camouflage Thinning Hair
Thinning hair is not a problem if you know the right way to style it. An good hairstyle, haircut, and accessory use disguise thinning hair and give you the volume, thickness and fullness you long fo...
Styling Your Wig
There are many ways to style your wig but first you must understand your options and the limitations of human hair and synthetic hair wigs....
Tattooing Your Bald Head
If you want to do something dramatic with your new hair-free look, a tattoo is the boldest statement of all....
Temporary Hair Loss
Temporary hair loss can have many causes. Luckily the symptom of hair loss is usually easily resolved....
The Difference Between Real Hair & Synthetic Wigs
There are quite a few differences between human hair and synthetic hair wigs. Before you shop you need to understand the pros and cons of each wig type....
Tips On How To Wear Your Wig
Tips on how to wear your wig in order to get the best fit and the most natural looking placement....
Transgender People and Hair Loss
What kind of hair loss issues do transgender people face? How can transitioning affect hair loss and what solutions are available?...
Types of Alopecia
There are many different types of alopecia. Depending on the cause and characteristics of the condition, options may be available to treat the resulting hair loss....
Understanding Hypotrichosis Simplex
A rare hair loss condition that tends to run in families, hypotrichosis simplex is gradually revealing its genetic secrets....
Using Hair Patches
How hair patches can help to cover bald spots and make your hair look healthy all over....
Using Wigs and Toupées
The purchasing of a wig or toupée is an important decision. Before buying, research your options in order to ensure that you choose the best hairpiece for your condition and lifestyle....
Waking Stem Cells
An exciting discovery about stem cells may lead to a cure for many common forms of hair loss. Waking the body's own sleeping stem cells could enable them to develop into follicles that generate hair n...
Wearing a Wig Over Thin Hair
wig, thinning hair, scalp, follicles, wash, caring, custom, semi-custom...
What Causes Alopecia?
Alopecia, a condition characterised by hair loss, can have many natural and unnatural causes....
What Causes Male Pattern Baldness?
Male pattern baldness appears to have two main causes- genetics and hormones. By understanding the causes you can be better prepared to deal with the condition....
What is Alopecia?
Alopecia is a condition that results in some degree of hair loss. Since there are many types and causes of alopecia it is best diagnosed by a doctor....
What is Folliculitis
How to recognise and understand this major cause of hair loss, plus the information you need to get the right treatment and prevent long-term damage....
What is Hair Loss?
Learn the basics about hair loss so you know how to avoid it, and how to treat it if it happens to you....
What Is Kerion Celsi?
Kerion celsi are damaging lesions which can be extremely painful and can lead to permanent hair loss. Prompt action and diligent treatment are necessary to minimise the problem....
What is Male Pattern Baldness?
Gene inherited male pattern baldness leads to partial or complete baldness. It accounts for over 95% of hair loss in men. Early diagnosis and FDA approved drugs inhibit loss and assist hair growth....
What is the Normal Cycle of Hair Loss and Regrowth?
The normal cycle for hair loss and regrowth follows a very specific pattern for each hair follicle....
What is Trichotillomania?
Trichotillomania is a medical condition that causes the obsessive pulling of one's own hair. Although there is not a currently a cure for this disorder, it can be controlled with treatment....
When to Seek Medical Help?
If you are suffering from hair loss, you may need to seek medical help. By understanding the cause of your hair loss you can determine if treatment is necessary or warranted....
Where To Find A Suitable Wig or Hair Piece
Finding the perfect wig or hairpiece is difficult so you need to know what to look for before you go shopping....
Why Has My Hair Grown Back Differently After Cancer Treatment?
Why radiotherapy and chemotherapy can change the way your hair looks, and what you can do to repair some of the damage....
Wigs and Allergies
Information on the types of allergy that can be caused or compounded by wearing a wig, what you need to know, and what to do about them....