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Female
hair loss
Nearly 40 million females in the United States experience female pattern
hair loss, medically termed adrogenetic alopecia.
Andro is taken from the hormone androgen, which is not a sole trait of
males. Genetic- Female pattern hair loss is inherited from the mother
or father's side of the family. Either may carry the dominant gene, which
triggers hair loss. Couple these ingredients with a particular age when
your genetic alarm clock goes off, and female pattern baldness begins.
The
onset of hair loss
With an average head of hair containing over 100,000 individual hairs,
most women do not notice their hair loss until they have already lost
up to a fourth of the total number of hairs on their scalp. It is at this
point when
Low, Level Laser Treatments are most effective.
When hair loss is noticed, the panic light often goes on. Even though
it is normal to lose up to a hundred hairs a day, each lost hair now noticed
is often chipping away at one’s self esteem.
Many ask themselves the following questions:
Different
Traits
Female pattern hair loss exhibits different traits than the male with
the females hair loss being diffuse. Most women are fortunate enough to
be able to retain frontal hairlines. (Although no amount of hair loss
is desired.) Females do not usually exhibit totally bald areas as do their
male counterparts.
Other
causes of women's hair loss are pregnancy and menopause. At these times
the male hormones tend to have more of an effect because there's less
estrogen in a woman's body. Three to six months after delivering a child,
many women will notice some degree of hair loss.
Another
type of hair loss is called alopecia areata, sudden round bald spots will
be noticed. Its cause is believed to be an imbalance of the immune system.
Alopecia totalis is total hair loss of the scalp. Alopecia universalis
is loss of all body hair. For most, the hair will re-grow back on its
own. For more information on this and other types of hair loss Contact
us at 903-561-9697 for a free private consultation appointment.
Trichotillomania-
A obsessive compulsive disorder which involves the pulling out of one's
own hair. This condition is usually seen in pre-teen and teenage girls
and is often unconscious to the individual. The condition can effect women
of all ages. Trichotillomania can appear as alopecia areata and is in
fact, often mis-diagnosed as such. New medications and treatments are
available for the condition. For more information contact us at 903-561-9697
for a free private consultation appointment.
DIET-
Top Dermatologists state that diet plays a very minimal role in female
pattern hair loss. Any normal diet will insure you of enough proteins
and nutrients to adequately provide the nourishment needed for hair growth.
Diet will more likely effect the condition of the hair such as dry, dull,
shiny, etc.
AGE
& HAIR LOSS- As women age, they lose estrogen which stimulates hair
growth. More androgens are present as we age which again are the main
cause of the hair loss. As women age, longer hair becomes less flattering
and with it's increased weight, often makes hair appear thinner rather
than thicker. Stylists usually recommend shorter styles to add a thicker
look to the hair along with adding gels, etc. Unfortunately, even those
without female pattern hair loss begin to see changes in their hair as
early as their thirties. Grey hairs begin to sprout and hair begins to
gradually get dryer and thinner in texture as we age. With hair loss it
is especially important that precautions are taken to avoid excessive
exposure to the sun. Hats, caps & scarves offer much needed protection.
TIPS FOR HEALTHY HAIR-
- When hair is
wet it can be vulnerable to damage.
- Avoid sharp,
fine tooth combs when hair is wet.
- Wide toothed
combs are strongly suggested. In longer lengths always begin at ends
and work up to scalp while hair is wet.
- Avoid excessively
hot showers. (They dry out the scalp and promote dandruff).
- Don't share
combs and brushes with others.
- Use the appropriate
shampoo and conditioner.
- Texture and condition
are the two main essentials in determining your hair care products.
Texture is usually divided in three stages: fine, medium and coarse.
Hair that is chemically treated should be classified as dry.
- Condition also
is divided in three main categories: dry-normal and oily.
- Many experts
advise individuals to switch shampoo types periodically. One week
use a conditioning/moisturizing shampoo to treat dry, dull hair. The
next use a protein formula to add body to the hair.
- Avoid using
the highest heat settings on blow dryers.
- Avoid hair weaving,
tight pony tails or braids which keep a tension on the hair. (These
can cause permanent hair loss).
- Don't use regular
rubber bands in the hair.
Although
chemicals such as perms and colors do not cause hair loss they do damage
the hair. The less chemical usage the better for healthy hair. Consult
with a professional for perms, color, bleaches, etc. Always use patch
tests on the skin prior to chemical applications to insure against allergic
reactions.
If you are experiencing hair loss don’t wait! Take the first step
NOW!
Call or e-mail Positive Hair Systems TODAY and ask for your FREE consultation
with our hair loss expert. There are preventative measures available today
that were not available only a year ago. We offer solutions for ALL types
of hair loss. We have helped literally thousands of East Texas women heighten
their self esteem and once again… feel good about their hair.
Factoids-
In warm weather hair grows faster due to the blood circulation increasing.
Experts say the difference can be significant (up to 15% faster).
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