Firstly, let’s define what we mean by ‘hairxiety’. No prizes for guessing that it’s an amalgamation of the words ‘hair’ and ‘anxiety’. It’s been used in the media recently to describe the way people worry about the state of their strands. It’s a real thing, and it’s on the rise. In fact, studies have shown that hair anxiety is becoming increasingly common, particularly among young people. So, what’s behind this phenomenon, and what can we […]
A prominent American oncologist and cancer epidemiologist wrote in an article recently ‘that the fear of Alopecia does lead some women to refuse Chemotherapy or to choose sub-optimal chemotherapy alternatives.’ Most of us worry about hair loss at some point, but few of us would let that fear take hold of our lives to such an extent. Or would we? While the good doctor may have focused on an extreme example of hair loss anxiety, […]
Hair loss treatment doesn’t stop at Hair Transplants. If you think that’s stating the obvious, then you’re probably a bit more clued-up on the subject of hair restoration than the average person. You may be aware of Beard and Eyebrow Transplants, Microblading, and Platelet-Rich Plasma treatment but most people aren’t. It’s the same story with Micro Scalp Pigmentation (MSP); people are surprised when they hear about it. Here’s the funny thing, though. Once they know […]
Diabetes is a common health condition. It affects over 10% of the world’s population, a figure that is expected to rise to 12% by 2045. If you don’t have it yourself, you’re likely to have a friend, family member or work colleague who does. If that’s the case, you may be familiar with how it affects people. There’s a good chance, however, that you didn’t know diabetes can cause hair loss. It’s not a widely […]
If your hair isn’t in tip-top condition, don’t be too hard on yourself. It might not be your fault. We live in a world of environmental pollutants and contaminants that get in your hair and degrade it every day. It’s an uphill struggle, therefore, to keep your tresses shiny and healthy. That’s why you should avoid doing anything that makes the task even harder, yet many of us do just that. Poor hairstyle and haircare […]
While there is a good deal we have still to uncover about the link between exercise and hair, this much we know: regular, moderate exercise is good for us in so many ways. Aerobic activities such as walking, jogging, swimming and cycling increase our fitness, stamina and strength. They help us keep our weight in check by burning off calories. Just as importantly, they contribute to our good mental health by giving us that ‘exercise […]
The global market for dietary supplements is huge. Estimates for 2022 put it in the region of US$ 155.2 billion, with an expectation that this will rise to US$ 220.8 billion by 2027. The market sub-divides into various sectors according to type and function; athletes, for example, aren’t likely to require the same supplement as someone recovering from illness. Supplements for the treatment of hair loss form a small but growing part of this vast […]
Researchers from the University of the West of England (UWE) published a qualitative study in August that explores the experience of men with Alopecia Areata (AA). Designed with the help of Alopecia UK, the study sought the views of men with AA to determine how their experience of the condition differed from that of women. It is hoped that the findings of the work will help health workers provide better practical and psychosocial support to […]
Losing your hair is never a pleasant experience. That experience is made worse if the hair loss does not follow the usual patterns and if the experts struggle to explain why it’s happening. That is often the situation those losing hair from the sides of their head finds themselves in. We can all grasp that there are many causes of hair loss, but why does it thin on the sides and not on the crown? […]
We all get older. As we age, our body becomes less efficient at accomplishing routine tasks that didn’t present a problem when we were younger. That doesn’t just apply to physical activities such as running upstairs or unscrewing the lid of the coffee jar. It’s also true of the internal functions the body carries out. After we hit fifty, for example, the body’s ability to process important nutrients takes a nosedive. The result is that […]
If you’re experiencing hair loss and have considered having a hair transplant, you may have done some research on the subject. Good for you if that’s the case; information is power and all that. The problem is that information can come at you from so many different sources these days–some more reliable than others. If you get much of your information from social media, for example, you may not always be getting facts you can […]
A few years ago in an interview with Variety, British actor Hugh Laurie was asked about his thinning hair, something that had been picked up by the cameras when he was filming ‘The Night Manager’. He replied that, while it wasn’t something he was happy about, it wasn’t something he tried to conceal either, as ‘the only thing sadder than a man with a bald spot is a man trying to hide a bald spot.’ […]
Knowing about postpartum hair loss treatments would be right for you if you’re looking forward to finally meeting your new baby as your due date approaches. But another there’s one thing you might not want to give up: Your thick, lustrous tresses during pregnancy. It’s not a figment of your imagination. According to specialists, this is a normal occurrence that you should not be concerned about. Pregnancy thickens the hair of the majority of women. […]
In the majority of situations, postpartum hair loss is completely natural and nothing to be concerned about. On average, a person loses roughly 100 strands of hair per day. Even though these figures may appear alarming, they are quite typical. The postpartum period in women, on the other hand, is a cause for concern. The hair loss process that occurs after pregnancy is called telogen effluvium, and it can cause women to lose up to […]
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