Hair Today... Gone Tomorrow

The Truth About Thinning Hair

Are you shedding more hair than a Cocker Spaniel in July? Does your shower drain feature more follicles than a ZZ Top beard?

If you answered yes to these questions, you're in good company. More than 80% of the U.S. male population has concerns about hair loss. And while there may not be a guaranteed method for restoring your dome to its glory days, there are ways to gracefully hold onto the loyal strands of hair that have stuck around.

CAUSES OF HAIR LOSS

Hair loss is thought to be a result of several things, with these three schools of thought at the front of the pack:

•  Blame It On Mom: Hair loss is hereditary and passed from maternal chromosomes. Many believe hair patterns reflect those of a man's maternal grandfather.

•  Illness /Medication: Sickness or high-powered medications can temporarily alter the hair growth pattern, often resulting in sudden hair loss.

•  DHT: Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a scalp buildup that blocks the flow of blood to your scalp, damaging existing hair follicles and giving new ones less room to grow.

HAIR LOSS SOLUTIONS

Whatever the reason for your hair loss – and it could be a combination of several above factors – here are some helpful avenues to explore:

•  Scalp Cleansers/DHT Blockers: With little or no downside (unwanted side effects) and lots of upside, scalp cleansers/DHT blockers are a great way to go. In essence, these products    concentrate on the “root” of hair loss – the scalp. With little effort on your part, they go to work on making your scalp a clean and comfortable place for new hair to grow – while also reversing the effects of DHT and other scalp conditions. Most of these products are topical treatments and can also double as your daily shampoo and conditioner.

•  Pharmaceuticals: Products like Propecia and Minoxidil have proven effective at curbing hair loss. Many of these these products require a physician's prescription and sometimes carry a few undesirable side effects. If you choose this route, make sure to ask your physician about any and all potential risks.

Commons Sense/Old Wives' Tales:
Why not give these methods a chance?

•  Don't wear extremely tight-fitting baseball caps

•  Chill out! Stress often leads to hair loss

•  When shampooing, gently massage your scalp to increase circulation

•  Be gentle when towel drying your hair

•  Change your pillow case weekly

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