Castor oil has a long history of medical use dating back to the early days of ancient civilization. This oil which is extracted from the seeds of the castor plant, scientifically known as Ricinus communis, is one of the most commonly used plant extracts all over the world.
With its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties, it is of no wonder that castor oil has been used for centuries as a traditional holistic treatment for a range of conditions, such as the following: arthritis, epilepsy, gall bladder inflammation, liver conditions, headaches, scleroderma, appendicitis, colitis, intestinal disorders, neuritis, toxemia, and even hair loss problems.
In fact, when it comes to hair loss treatment, castor oil has long been recognized as one of the finest alternative remedies to help prevent hair thinning problems as well as encourage the growth of healthier hair. This oil is an excellent source of omega-9 fatty acids which help moisturize, nourish, and condition the scalp and the hair follicles to prevent dry, brittle, and easily damaged hair.
With its high concentration of essential fatty acids, castor oil promotes fuller, stronger, and shinier hair. It also contains ricinoleic acid, an anti-bacterial and anti-fungal element which effectively treats scalp conditions. This unsaturated omega-9 fatty acid helps prevent the onset of dandruff, scalp infection, and scalp inflammation which are contributing factors to hair fall, hair loss, and hair thinning problems.
The following are some beneficial effects of using castor oil for hair loss treatment:
- prevents and lessens hair damage due to harsh chemicals present in hairstyling products
- eliminates dandruff, hair dryness, and brittleness
- encourages the growth of fuller, shinier, and healthier hair strands
- nourishes, conditions, and moisturizes the hair follicles and the scalp
- strengthens the hair follicles
- repairs frizz and reduces the possibility of split-ends
The step-by-step method of using castor oil for hair loss treatment:
Mix 1/4 cup of castor oil with 1/4 cup of water.
Apply the mixture to the roots of your hair and massage it on the scalp using your fingertips.
Make sure to distribute the oil evenly on the scalp.
Cover your hair with a shower cap or wrap it in a soft clean towel.
Let the oil stay in your hair for at least 15–20 minutes or leave it overnight for intensive hydration treatment.
In the morning, wash your hair with warm water and a mild shampoo to remove the remnants of the castor oil.
Note: You can mix the oil with other oils like jojoba, almond, or coconut to lessen its consistency and to normalize its unpleasant scent.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Monday, April 2, 2012
Gone today, hair tomorrow: The bald truth behind celebrity hair transplants
Friends of the Britain’s Got Talent host have suggested his barnet is down to revolutionary pills that stimulate hair growth.
One type of tablet could be celebrity favourite Propecia, the £1-a-day prescription pills “increase the growth of hair on the scalp and prevent hair loss in men with mild to moderate baldness”.
But the Geordie TV star isn’t the only star to tackle his tresses.
Here’s the bald truth behind these celebrity hair transplants…
Wayne Rooney
The Manchester United star decided to take action against his receding hairline after teammates nicknamed him Bobby Charlton.The 26-year-old underwent follicular unit extraction at a clinic in Harley Street, which cost an estimated £13,500, and proudly shared the news on Twitter.
Posting a picture of his bloodied scalp, he wrote: “Just to confirm to all my followers I have had a hair transplant. I was going bald at 25 why not. I’m delighted with the result.
“It’s still a bit bruised and swollen when it dies down u will be first to see it. Anyone ¬recommend any good hair gel. Haha.”
Louis Walsh
The X Factor judge splashed out £30,000 on a hair transplant after Simon Cowell told him he was going thin on top.The 59-year-old had the procedure done at Hair Restoration Blackrock (HRBR) in Dublin by Dr Maurice Collins who specialises in Ultra Refined Follicular Unit Transplantation (URFUT).
The Irishman said his fellow judges all knew about the secret op, adding: ““I keep telling Gary he needs it next.
“I always clock him glancing at my hair on the show. I’m giving Gary the number so hopefully he can get that bald patch at the back of his head sorted out.”
James Nesbitt
Fellow Irishman James also visited HRBR after his hair loss became an “obsession” which he felt would impact on his career.The Cold Feet actor underwent two hair transplants at the clinic and was so pleased with the results he even appeared in a video testimonial.
The 47-year-old said: “Several years ago, I began losing my hair and like a lot of men it was a major concern to me, in fact it was practically an obsession.
“Since then I have had two hair transplants and I am very pleased with the results. In fact, I’d go as far as to say they’ve changed my life.”
Gordon Ramsay
The TV chef’s attempt at a subtle hair transplant was foiled when he suffered what appeared to be an allergic reaction to the anaesthetic used in his procedure.The 45-year-old was snapped leaving the Alvi Armani centre in Beverly Hills wearing a black surgical cap around his head. He was later spotted in LA with a swollen face.
It is thought the foul-mouthed foodie was given the same follicular unit extraction treatment as Rooney by hair transplant guru Dr Antonio Armani.
He reportedly spent 12 hours having follicles removed from thicker patches of his scalp which were then reinserted into his thinning hairline.
Rob Brydon
The Gavin and Stacey actor was pictured with a mysteriously thicker head of hair in 2009, fuelling rumours he’d had a hair transplant.Although he had never confirmed whether or not he has had treatment, when asked about the rumours he joked: “For some time now my head has been feeling a lot warmer but I was unable to put my finger on the reason why.”
Jason Gardiner
After years of hiding under hats, the Dancing on Ice judge forked out £30,000 for a hair transplant last yearThe 40-year-old was delighted with the results after undergoing a lengthy treatment process, which included an eight-hour operation the waiting almost a year for the results to grow through.
In a bid to raise awareness of hair transplants, the star’s second procedure was broadcast live on the internet as part of Spencer Kobren's hair loss show The Bald Truth.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Male dandruff and hair loss – a real headache!
In the same way as the skin, hair also renews itself every 20-30 days. But when the machine goes into overdrive, the scalp can behave badly… dandruff and falling hair are the most common problems.
Hair hygiene and dandruff?
While some cases of dandruff can be caused by endocrinal disorders or an allergy, pollution, stress, fatigue and unhealthy eating are common aggravating factors. All of these factors can cause the scalp to shed, in other words cause dandruff.
In men with oily hair, the dandruff is often also linked to hair loss. This type of dandruff appears on oily scalps, forming stubborn yellowy scabs, which are often quite itchy. Dry dandruff is those pesky little white flakes with fall like snow from the head and are easily noticed on the shoulders. Dry dandruff is easier to treat than oily dandruff, which is more difficult to get rid of.
Simple anti-dandruff advice
If you are going through a difficult or highly stressed patch, try, as far as possible to stick to a healthy lifestyle:
* Balanced eating;
* Sufficient sleep ;
* Physical exercise.
Look after your hair by washing it at least once a week, using an adapted anti-dandruff treatment.
If your dandruff is accompanied by rashes or itching, it could be seborrhoeic dermatitis or psoriasis. If in doubt, it’s advisable to consult a dermatologist to get a professional diagnosis and a suitable treatment.
The male curse of hair loss
Hair is constantly growing, with some dying and falling while others are born or in a growth phase. Every day we naturally lose between 20 and 100 hairs, which is a normal phenomenon, but which can go amok under certain circumstances. Summer and winter are times of the year when the hair is more easily aggressed by the elements – sun and sea in summer, heating and hats in winter.
Stress, a surgical intervention, prolonger fever or an overly restrictive diet can all provoke hair loss over the following months. In many cases, the lost hair will grow back naturally, but if you are unlucky enough to suffer from androgenic alopecia, your hair will not grow back.
By looking after your hair and lifestyle, you can fight against such occasional hair loss. You’ll need to be patient, as it’s only 3-4 weeks of care (diet, adapted hair product etc.) that you will see a turnaround. So make a little effort and your crowning glory will be back in full force.
Androgenic alopecia and permanent hair loss
Behind this medical term hides a common phenomenon: total or partial baldness, which currently affects millions of British men. This hair loss, also known as male-pattern baldness is due to an over activations of male hormones in certain hair follicles. Genetics play an important role in this male baldness, and in many cases, all the men in a given family will suffer from baldness. In certain severe cases, this permanent hair loss can begin in a young man’s late teens, ending up in total baldness a decade later.
The hair loss will normally start around the temples and then the crown of the head. While there no miracle cure for this hair loss exists, despite what all the marketeers may tell you, if the problem is treated from very early on, the treatment is generally more efficient.
If you are feeling worried about an increase in hair loss, or hair loss that is ongoing, don’t hesitate to speak with a dermatologist, who will be able to prescribe you more specialised products that those that you’ll find in the supermarket or OTC at the chemist.
Hair hygiene and dandruff?
While some cases of dandruff can be caused by endocrinal disorders or an allergy, pollution, stress, fatigue and unhealthy eating are common aggravating factors. All of these factors can cause the scalp to shed, in other words cause dandruff.
In men with oily hair, the dandruff is often also linked to hair loss. This type of dandruff appears on oily scalps, forming stubborn yellowy scabs, which are often quite itchy. Dry dandruff is those pesky little white flakes with fall like snow from the head and are easily noticed on the shoulders. Dry dandruff is easier to treat than oily dandruff, which is more difficult to get rid of.
Simple anti-dandruff advice
If you are going through a difficult or highly stressed patch, try, as far as possible to stick to a healthy lifestyle:
* Balanced eating;
* Sufficient sleep ;
* Physical exercise.
Look after your hair by washing it at least once a week, using an adapted anti-dandruff treatment.
If your dandruff is accompanied by rashes or itching, it could be seborrhoeic dermatitis or psoriasis. If in doubt, it’s advisable to consult a dermatologist to get a professional diagnosis and a suitable treatment.
The male curse of hair loss
Hair is constantly growing, with some dying and falling while others are born or in a growth phase. Every day we naturally lose between 20 and 100 hairs, which is a normal phenomenon, but which can go amok under certain circumstances. Summer and winter are times of the year when the hair is more easily aggressed by the elements – sun and sea in summer, heating and hats in winter.
Stress, a surgical intervention, prolonger fever or an overly restrictive diet can all provoke hair loss over the following months. In many cases, the lost hair will grow back naturally, but if you are unlucky enough to suffer from androgenic alopecia, your hair will not grow back.
By looking after your hair and lifestyle, you can fight against such occasional hair loss. You’ll need to be patient, as it’s only 3-4 weeks of care (diet, adapted hair product etc.) that you will see a turnaround. So make a little effort and your crowning glory will be back in full force.
Androgenic alopecia and permanent hair loss
Behind this medical term hides a common phenomenon: total or partial baldness, which currently affects millions of British men. This hair loss, also known as male-pattern baldness is due to an over activations of male hormones in certain hair follicles. Genetics play an important role in this male baldness, and in many cases, all the men in a given family will suffer from baldness. In certain severe cases, this permanent hair loss can begin in a young man’s late teens, ending up in total baldness a decade later.
The hair loss will normally start around the temples and then the crown of the head. While there no miracle cure for this hair loss exists, despite what all the marketeers may tell you, if the problem is treated from very early on, the treatment is generally more efficient.
If you are feeling worried about an increase in hair loss, or hair loss that is ongoing, don’t hesitate to speak with a dermatologist, who will be able to prescribe you more specialised products that those that you’ll find in the supermarket or OTC at the chemist.
Monday, February 20, 2012
Exposing The Major Myths About Hair Loss
Over the last few decades, the topic of hair loss has become prominent because of how many people that it now affects. Since this is such a widespread phenomena, there is quite a market base for this gigantic industry. With all of the interest, a great deal of hype has manifest as a result. In essence, it is hard to believe who has the truth about this problem. The little bit that you do find that does work can actually help you This article focuses upon what is true and false in the industry of hair loss products and remedies.
First of all, male pattern baldness can occur in many people. Most people that lose their hair, even women, believe that this may be happening to them. If you are losing your hair, it does not mean that you will go completely bald at some point. Each person loses hair from their head every day – this is something that naturally occurs. If your hair falls out, and then grows back, everything is fine.
The main focus of the topic of “hair loss” is whether or not the hair comes back or not. So if this hair loss continues, it could actually be a medical condition that will need some type of remedy. Most of the time, hair loss is something completely normal that you should not have any concerns about.
Let’s now take a look at whether or not hair loss is reversible by using supplementation. Hair loss has many possible causes making this a difficult question to answer. Malnutrition is definitely one possible component that may lead to hair loss later. If a person, let’s say, goes on a diet that has very few calories, this may actually cause an eating disorder. Places where extreme poverty resides may also cause this situation to develop. The way around this problem is to take supplements in your diet that can help your hair regrow.
For your body to be healthy, you must ingest the necessary natural foods like whole grains and veggies that will give your body what it needs. Genetic hair loss is not something that can be fixed, however, by taking vitamins and minerals.
Hair loss – can it be attributed to stress or trauma? Rapid hair loss and the graying of your hair may be the result of extreme stress. If you get through this traumatic part of your life, more than likely your hair will return as it was before the incident. If you feel stressed for a long duration, this constant production of certain hormones in your body can actually make your hair fall out. Most people that go bald usually are genetically inclined to do so. It is a family trait. Most people that go bald do not do so because of stress or lifestyle problems, but because of genetics that they are predisposed to have. People that get gray hair early may actually have this because of smoking. They could also lose their hair.
In conclusion, there are many reasons why people start to lose their hair. While it’s usually a symptom of getting older, it can occur at any age. Some of the widely held beliefs people have about hair loss are simply false. Others are true some of the time, but not all of the time. In order to know what’s causing your hair loss, you have to understand if it’s caused by pattern baldness or something else.
First of all, male pattern baldness can occur in many people. Most people that lose their hair, even women, believe that this may be happening to them. If you are losing your hair, it does not mean that you will go completely bald at some point. Each person loses hair from their head every day – this is something that naturally occurs. If your hair falls out, and then grows back, everything is fine.
The main focus of the topic of “hair loss” is whether or not the hair comes back or not. So if this hair loss continues, it could actually be a medical condition that will need some type of remedy. Most of the time, hair loss is something completely normal that you should not have any concerns about.
Let’s now take a look at whether or not hair loss is reversible by using supplementation. Hair loss has many possible causes making this a difficult question to answer. Malnutrition is definitely one possible component that may lead to hair loss later. If a person, let’s say, goes on a diet that has very few calories, this may actually cause an eating disorder. Places where extreme poverty resides may also cause this situation to develop. The way around this problem is to take supplements in your diet that can help your hair regrow.
For your body to be healthy, you must ingest the necessary natural foods like whole grains and veggies that will give your body what it needs. Genetic hair loss is not something that can be fixed, however, by taking vitamins and minerals.
Hair loss – can it be attributed to stress or trauma? Rapid hair loss and the graying of your hair may be the result of extreme stress. If you get through this traumatic part of your life, more than likely your hair will return as it was before the incident. If you feel stressed for a long duration, this constant production of certain hormones in your body can actually make your hair fall out. Most people that go bald usually are genetically inclined to do so. It is a family trait. Most people that go bald do not do so because of stress or lifestyle problems, but because of genetics that they are predisposed to have. People that get gray hair early may actually have this because of smoking. They could also lose their hair.
In conclusion, there are many reasons why people start to lose their hair. While it’s usually a symptom of getting older, it can occur at any age. Some of the widely held beliefs people have about hair loss are simply false. Others are true some of the time, but not all of the time. In order to know what’s causing your hair loss, you have to understand if it’s caused by pattern baldness or something else.
Thursday, February 9, 2012
What Actually Causes Hair Loss In Guys?
Hair thinning is a thing that’s going to affect most men in due course throughout their lives. Mainly because you won’t lose some or all of your hair in your 20's or 30's does not imply that you won’t lose a number of the hair later. for that matter greater than 85% in all men will be affected from hairloss somewhat throughout their life – it is not an instance of “if” but “when”. for many guys this pattern of balding starting for their later teen years and then for others they might not experience any volume of hair thinning until they’re well in 60s. there isn’t any specific date when the head of hair loss will start.
Now although there isn’t a specific date for your baldness to begin with there usually is usually a cause that could be consistent to all men dealing with the loss of hair. At the conclusion of the afternoon the main cause for everyday sort of hairloss that face men is hormonal anyway. whenever a child grows into his teenage years his body will begin producing more testosterone. With only a certain age, that varies from one man to another, this normal testosterone gets transformed into a more potent version called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). when it changes into such a hormone it may then start causing major alterations in that guy’s body and in many cases is definitely the first step in hair loss becoming a natural part of that person’s everyday life.
DHT in the male body could potentially cause a procedure called miniaturization in the strands of hair therefore the hair follicles learn to grow shorter and finer hair followed by stop producing hair altogether. Similar strands of basically go dormant so when they stop producing hair bald and thinning patches are displayed on the scalp of a typical man in that stage of hairloss.
The great thing is that there is a whole array of new hairloss treatments available that will handle DHT including Propecia. and in combining treatments as being a regimen these DHT treatments can stop including turn back hairloss having happened – and some amazing causes certain instances. So don’t lose heart when considering stopping your hairloss then there’s new treatments kicking off at all times.
Now although there isn’t a specific date for your baldness to begin with there usually is usually a cause that could be consistent to all men dealing with the loss of hair. At the conclusion of the afternoon the main cause for everyday sort of hairloss that face men is hormonal anyway. whenever a child grows into his teenage years his body will begin producing more testosterone. With only a certain age, that varies from one man to another, this normal testosterone gets transformed into a more potent version called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). when it changes into such a hormone it may then start causing major alterations in that guy’s body and in many cases is definitely the first step in hair loss becoming a natural part of that person’s everyday life.
DHT in the male body could potentially cause a procedure called miniaturization in the strands of hair therefore the hair follicles learn to grow shorter and finer hair followed by stop producing hair altogether. Similar strands of basically go dormant so when they stop producing hair bald and thinning patches are displayed on the scalp of a typical man in that stage of hairloss.
The great thing is that there is a whole array of new hairloss treatments available that will handle DHT including Propecia. and in combining treatments as being a regimen these DHT treatments can stop including turn back hairloss having happened – and some amazing causes certain instances. So don’t lose heart when considering stopping your hairloss then there’s new treatments kicking off at all times.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Finding a Hair Loss Remedy that works
There are lots of new improvements obtainable on the subject of treating baldness. Every of those new baldness therapies incorporate on the skin with utilized objects, supplements within the capsule type and even surgery is an possibility for example physique hair alternatives. Before evaluating which therapy method is best for you, talk with a dermatologist or doctor who focuses on balding. The very first thing that should be executed is a scientific inspection. This naturally follows given protocol because it might be an underlying scientific trigger on the explanation behind your shedding hair. In cases like this, the medical professional ought to deal with the issue. Primarily based on what the disadvantage is, locks might build back normally after the remedy. One example is, when your surgeon controls a vitamin deficiency and may shoulder the blame, when you right the shortfall you must have a look at a benefit in development of hair. More often than not the rationale for loss of hair will never be a dysfunction or illness but instead it is going to be a familial tendency or hormone problem that is to blame. Familial tendency propensity and hormone levels fluctuations are the primary triggers of hair loss troubles. It is strongly recommended to pick the best hair loss treatment to your personal sex and in addition the construction of balding you happen to be managing. Confer together with your doctor or other medical professional about all of the new hair loss therapy which might be available.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Cold laser: the fountain of youth?
Regardless of whether we understand what the acronym “LASER” stands for (Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation ) or even means, we have all seen the destruction that laser light can dispense in movies and maybe in person… cutting through metal, disintegrating an object. This same destructive power of laser has been applied in laser hair removal treatments or certain laser treatments for surface skin conditions. This is the “hot” side of laser.
But there is a kinder, gentler side of laser that has provided exceptional medical therapeutic breakthroughs. This is “cold” laser, which has been shown to encourage normal tissue regeneration, reduce scarring, reduce recovery times from surgery or injury, resolve infections, reduce pain and swelling, restore normal vasculature and resolve chronic ulcers… and treat alopecia (hair loss) in men, women and children.
No one would really be surprised to learn that 70 per cent of all men in their 70s suffer from alopecia. More surprising is likely that 20 per cent of men in their 20s suffer from alopecia. Since the cause of men’s hair loss stems almost exclusively from one cause, it has been possible to develop medications to assist in treatment. Other options for men: surgery and the razor.
The most surprising increase in hair loss however is occurring in women. Fifteen per cent of women before they reach menopause have some degree of androgenic alopecia. Over 30 per cent of women in their 50s suffer from some form of hair loss. While most of men’s hair loss can be attributed to a single factor, women’s hair loss has a multitude of causes which has made treatment by other methods, such as medication, almost impossible.
For men, women and children, laser therapy is a welcome solution. It has no side effects, unlike medications. It is non-invasive (no pain), unlike surgery. It can even be used when taking other medications such as for thyroid conditions (a known cause of hair loss).
Cold laser… the new fountain of youth?
But there is a kinder, gentler side of laser that has provided exceptional medical therapeutic breakthroughs. This is “cold” laser, which has been shown to encourage normal tissue regeneration, reduce scarring, reduce recovery times from surgery or injury, resolve infections, reduce pain and swelling, restore normal vasculature and resolve chronic ulcers… and treat alopecia (hair loss) in men, women and children.
No one would really be surprised to learn that 70 per cent of all men in their 70s suffer from alopecia. More surprising is likely that 20 per cent of men in their 20s suffer from alopecia. Since the cause of men’s hair loss stems almost exclusively from one cause, it has been possible to develop medications to assist in treatment. Other options for men: surgery and the razor.
The most surprising increase in hair loss however is occurring in women. Fifteen per cent of women before they reach menopause have some degree of androgenic alopecia. Over 30 per cent of women in their 50s suffer from some form of hair loss. While most of men’s hair loss can be attributed to a single factor, women’s hair loss has a multitude of causes which has made treatment by other methods, such as medication, almost impossible.
For men, women and children, laser therapy is a welcome solution. It has no side effects, unlike medications. It is non-invasive (no pain), unlike surgery. It can even be used when taking other medications such as for thyroid conditions (a known cause of hair loss).
Cold laser… the new fountain of youth?
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