Feb 18

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Laser Hair Regrowth Therapy is all the rage these days. It is the latest in a long line of Hair Loss cures and therapies promising those suffering from Hair Loss a more natural looking appearance at a fraction of the cost of other Hair Loss treatments.

Since being approved in 2007 for Hair Regrowth, Laser Hair Regrowth Therapy is now one of only three Hair Loss Treatments approved by the FDA. Scanning the Internet, it is simple to find glowing accolades testifying to how effective Laser Hair Therapy performs in the battle against Hair Loss:

‘Within the first few treatments I noticed a significant reduction in my hair loss and then hair regrowth all over my head. I am 100% pleased. This treatment has changed the way I feel about how I look.’ – Evelyn S. Baltimore MD

‘My scalp began to show improvement quickly and I have experienced new hair growth. My existing hair has become thicker and fuller.’ B.T

Even though Laser Hair Regrowth Therapy has been around for quite sometime, there are many that are still unaware or unsure of its effectiveness in treating Hair Loss. Quite often, those who suffer from Hair Loss will accept their hair loss, shave off their remaining hair or wear some type of nonsurgical Hair Replacement system. Others will take a more aggressive approach and go for surgical Hair Restoration, spending anywhere from three to twenty thousand dollars on the later two Hair Loss Treatments.

The Laser Hair Loss Therapy program, aside from being painless, is simple and cost effective. Normally your program will consist of a treatment plan of 30-minute sessions. You have the option of going to a hair loss clinic or studio to receive this service or you’re able to perform the session yourself in the privacy of your own home.

The most important aspect of Laser Hair Regrowth Therapy is that it is completely safe, painless and there are no known side effects aside from growing more hair.

It may seem strange to hear about a laser being used for Hair Regrowth, but this type of Hair Loss Treatment has been around for some time and was discovered accidentally by a scientist in Hungary in 1967. Forty years later and after hundreds of clinical trials Laser Hair Therapy Treatment has now been proven as an effective hair loss treatment by many scientific studies. In 1982 a report was published called ‘The Growth of Hair Under Laser Influence of the HE-NE Beam’. In the study, patients with Alopecia Areata responded with positive results after only 6 to 8 twice-weekly treatments.

In the past few years clinical studies tested lasers at different wavelengths and pulsing the laser to find the most effective laser configuration for treating Hair Loss. The most common Laser Hair Regrowth Therapies now operate at a wavelength in the range 650-670nm, measuring how far the light needs to penetrate the scalp. 650nm is the accepted standard wavelengths approved by the FDA. Also, the more laser diodes or little lasers making up the laser, the better. Most state of the art hair loss lasers have 110 – 160 laser diodes.

More recent Laser Hair Therapy studies have revealed why and how laser light therapy helps stimulate hair regrowth. These studies have shown that Laser Hair Therapy increases the levels of a chemical compound called adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is known to stimulate living cells including the hair follicles. Laser Hair Therapy also has the effect of increasing the circulation of blood to the hair root that delivers the nutrients to cells. The increased blood flow is also thought to help improve the scalp environment to slow down thinning hair and to promote new hair growth.

Within the past few years the Laser Hair Loss Therapy technology has progressed so far that one version of the laser device is portable and comes in the form of a brush/comb that can be used in the privacy of your own home or office. Again, more diodes the better looks for 5-9 lasers on the newer models.

While the manufactures claim that users experiences and overall results will differ, 45% of users will see results after roughly eight weeks while another 45% will see the benefits of using the Laser Hair Therapy after ten to sixteen weeks.

Kevin Harding, 46 from Ocala, FL recently noticed that his hair was thinning on top even though hair loss was not an issue in his family. An executive for a large corporation, he did not want to come in with a full-density Hair System on Monday morning and hope that no one noticed. He opted for the Laser Hair Regrowth Therapy. He performed his due diligence research and found that it was going to be more beneficial for him to buy the smaller version of the Laser and attack his hair loss in the privacy of his own home rather than visiting a Laser Hair Loss Clinic. Six months into his treatments, Kevin happily reports that, ‘ My hair has stopped thinning and there is definite regrowth’.

Success of Laser Hair Therapy differs from person to person, as does the patterns of Hair Loss. Each person will achieve his or her own results from voluminous to minimal. Laser Hair Therapy results will depend on how far advanced the occurrence of hair loss is but most studies show well over 90% regrow their hair. One thing for sure, those with thinning hair will minimally find that it halts, or prevents further hair loss. And there will be those who will find that it not only halts, but actually grows back most of the hair that has been lost.

We have come very far in our quest for a full head of hair. We have colored, glued, sewn and implanted everything we could to create that perfect head of hair. Now, with Laser Hair Regrowth Therapy we can stimulate our scalp to get back on track and start producing hair again.

By: Ray Treadwell

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Ray Treadwell is a freelance journalist with specialized knowledge of the Hair Loss industry with an emphasis on Laser Hair Loss Therapy. Contact Ray at laserhairloss@gmail.com for more information. Laser Hair Loss Treatment.

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Feb 12

Cosmetic Options To Camouflage Hair Loss

Hair Loss Concealers

nioxin & hair loss treatmentIn recent years, several new hair loss cosmetic products, which mask thinning hair by providing an appearance of more density, have become available. I have tried all of these products personally, and they are a great option whether you use them permanently or just as your hair begins to grow in after a transplant. I hope my experience provides a helpful review of each product, and perhaps will assist you in choosing the right product for yourself.

Electrostatic Fibers

Products are sold that are a complex of tiny, micro fiber "hairs" that blend with your own hair. Toppik fibers, derived from the keratin in wool, are made of the same organic keratin protein as your own hair. The fibers change thin, "vellus" hair into hair that appears more thick and full. Toppik is applied by holding the custom container over the thinning area, and shaking it gently while thousands of tiny color-matched hair fibers intertwine with your own hair. Charged with static electricity, they bond so that they will stay in place all day and night. There are many companies that make this product now – Super Million Hair, Toppik and Organin to name a few. All of these are great products, differing from each other only in the length of the fiber.

Serums

Lotions, made of a sesame seed emulsion, can be dabbed on and are not greasy or sticky. They won’t rub off or stain, even during exercising, perspiring, or swimming, and are easily removed with shampooing. I have tried them and I’m not a big fan. On close inspection, your hair appears greasy and a little unnatural. My suggestion is to try them – you might like the result. I have seen many patients who love these products.

Hair Powder

One hair powder product is called DermMatch and is a hard-packed powdered cosmetic that coats thin hairs to make them thicker and helps them to stand up and spread out for increased fullness. It also colors your skin to match your hair color, causing the scalp to disappear. It’s the only product you can fade to mimic a hairline. DermMatch conditions your hair and moisturizes your skin. You are able to brush your hair and swim with it. It is applied with wet sponge applicator. I have tried this as well, and it wouldn’t be my first pick. I don’t like how it colors your scalp, and it does not look completely natural.

Sprays

These products are colored hair thickening sprays that makes your hair look naturally thicker and fuller in seconds, not only covering thinning areas, but by adding texture and volume to thinning hair. I had one patient, an actor from New York, who would not go on stage without applying this product. It definitely gives your hair a very full appearance, but again, on close inspection it looks a bit unnatural, so it isn’t my first choice. The two name brands for this product are ProTHIK and Fullmore.

Hairpieces

Regardless of the euphemism – hair prostheses, hair systems, toupees, strand-by-strand insertion systems, hairpieces, etc. – all are terms referring to one product option on the market, and all are made in a similar way using the same materials and are usually produced by a select few manufacturers. The cost and quality of appearance varies widely according to the materials used and the quality of craftsmanship.

Hair System Bases

The base of the hair system is simply the foundation of the prostheses in which the hair is either tied or injected. There are two types of hairpiece bases on which hairpieces are built. The first is a Mesh fabric base, which is typically made of polyester or nylon and is usually used to create the fine hairline of a good product. In some cases, this base is used throughout the entire system, which provides a natural, life-like appearance, but it is impractical for long-term use.

The second is a polymer base. The polymer base is made of either silicone or polyurethane and is used to create a material that mimics the appearance of skin or a scalp. The more durable systems use this material. Many use it in areas where the hairpiece is to be attached to protect the unit for long-time wear.

Basically, the mesh fabric base is more natural looking and more expensive, but less durable. While the polymer base is less expensive and more durable, it provides a less natural appearance.

Hair Used in a Hairpiece

The most expensive hairpieces are made from European hair that was grown naturally in the colors and styles available. Less expensive are natural-hair hairpieces, produced in Asia, which are made from dark straight hair that is dyed and bleached to offer various colors. Asian products, though they may appear attractive when first purchased, often begin to look fuzzy after a short time. The lowest quality hairpieces are constructed from low quality human hair, animal hair or even artificial fibers.

All hairpieces are quite fragile – they need regular maintenance, no matter how expensive they are, and all will need to be replaced with time.

Fastening a Hairpiece

Keep in mind that the way you attach your hairpiece will greatly affect the hair that may be directly under it or adjacent to it. A hairpiece can accelerate hair loss on the part of your head that is directly underneath it.

This type of hair loss occurs especially with those hairpieces that are attached by bonding – a strong, glue-like adhesive – or ones that are attached by the weaving process. Clips cause minimal hair loss.

Semi-Permanent Attached Hairpieces

Hairpieces that are semi-permanently attached are not designed to be removed, except by a hair technician or stylist, usually once every six weeks.

In most cases, they are affixed to the scalp by various liquid adhesives. This process has many names – polyfuse, natural bond, polybond, or just plain bonding – for the same result, gluing a hairpiece on your head.

They can be very unhealthy for you, your head, and your hair. Shampooing can’t remove the natural accumulation of flaked-off skin cells, oil, shed hair, and other organic debris that accumulate between the hairpiece and the scalp.

Even if you have this kind of hairpiece, whether it’s attached by bonding or weaving (the hair is woven into the bottom of the hairpiece to secure it to your head), it should be loosened or removed at least once every five days so that you can properly clean the scalp underneath.

Temporary Adhesive-Attached Hairpieces

Double-sided tape is used to attach the hairpiece. This is an easy kind of attachment, and you can remove it any time and then reattach it. However, you will need to wash off after handling it. The tape can come unglued when you perspire heavily, and swimming loosens the tape as well.

Clip Attachment

Metal clips that are securely attached to the underside of the hairpiece fasten to your own hair that is either under or adjacent to the hairpiece. These are secure but very easy to remove, just like tape attachments.

By: Dr Robert Jones -

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Dr. Jones is a hair transplant surgeon west of Toronto, Canada. He’s president of International Society of Follicular Unit Surgeons, and member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgeons, Board Certified by the American Society of Hair Restoration Surgeons. www.torontohairdoctor.com

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