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Hair Loss Study: Almost Half of African-American Women Have Experienced Hair Loss

African-American women are prone to hair loss, and new data presented at the American Academy of Dermatology's 74th Annual Meeting in Washington illustrates the scope of this problem, which often goes undiagnosed. Certain styling practices may increase the risk of hair loss in this population; women who are concerned about losing their hair should consider different styling practices and see a dermatologist if they notice any signs of hair loss.

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY EXPERT

Information provided by board-certified dermatologist Yolanda M. Lenzy, MD, FAAD, clinical associate, University of Connecticut, Farmington, Conn.

CAUSES OF HAIR LOSS

According to Dr. Lenzy, the No. 1 cause of hair loss in African-American women is a condition called central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA), a disorder in which inflammation and destruction of hair follicles causes scarring and permanent hair loss. She says this population is also prone to traction alopecia, a type of hair loss caused by styles that pull the hair too tight. In addition to these conditions, she says, African-American women also may be affected by other hair disorders like female pattern baldness.

Hair Loss Study: Retailers Charging Women More Than Men For Common Hair Loss Medication

Women pay an average of 40 percent more than men for minoxidil foams -- a hair loss remedy most commonly known as Rogaine -- according to a new analysis from researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. The price difference appears despite the fact that the men's and women's version of the products -- which are branded and marketed differently -- contain the same drug strength and inactive ingredients. JAMA Dermatology published the findings online.

"Gender-based consumer price differences are well-documented, but we believe this is the first analysis comparing the pricing of medication along gender lines," said Jules Lipoff, MD, an assistant professor of Dermatology and the study's lead author.

An estimated 50 million men and 30 million women in America have androgentic alopecia -- otherwise known as male-pattern or female-pattern baldness. With men, it usually presents as a receding hairline, while in women, it usually causes thinning of the hair. A recent study found the global market for treatments of this condition will reach $11.8 billion by the year 2024.

Hair Loss Study: Male-pattern Baldness Associated with Risk of Early Heart Disease

Male-pattern baldness and premature greying are associated with a more than fivefold risk of heart disease before the age of 40 years, according to research presented at the 69th Annual Conference of the Cardiological Society of India (CSI). Obesity was associated with a fourfold risk of early heart disease.

Hair Loss Study: Seasonality of Hair Loss

A new British Journal of Dermatology study explores the relationship between seasonality and hair loss at a population level using Google Trends data. Across all eight countries analyzed in the study, summer and fall were associated with greater hair loss.

The findings support previous studies that were constrained by small sample sizes or homogeneous populations in limited geographic locations. The physiology of hair loss as related to seasonal variation is unknown, however.

"This study synthesized digital epidemiological data from both hemispheres to confirm the clinical suspicion that the summer and fall seasons are associated with greater hair loss," said senior author Dr. Shawn Kwatra, of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. "This finding is clinically relevant for patients presenting in the summer and fall months with worsened hair loss and has implications in assessing the effectiveness of therapies. Future research will further clarify this association and examine the physiology of the hair cycle."

Story Source: Materials provided by Wiley.

Wiley. "Seasonality of hair loss." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 24 October 2017. <www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/10/171024103031.htm>.

Hair Loss Study: Researchers Develop a Method for Large-scale Preparation of Hair Producing Tissues

Researchers have developed a method for the mass preparation of cellular aggregates, also known as 'hair follicle germs (HFGs)', that may lead to a new treatment for hair loss.

Although hair loss is not life-threatening, it troubles a substantial number of individuals all over the world, particularly in aging societies. Hair regenerative medicine has emerged as a new therapy to combat the problem. The therapy involves regenerating hair follicles, the tiny organs that grow and sustain hair. One of the more challenging obstacles to hair regenerative medicine has been the preparation of hair follicle germs, the reproductive source of hair follicles, on a large scale.

The paper, published in the journal Biomaterials, reports the successful preparation of up to 5000 HFGs simultaneously and reports new hair growth from the HFGs after transplantation into mice.

"The key for the mass production of HFGs was a choice of substrate materials for culture vessel," says the corresponding author Junji Fukuda, Professor, Yokohama National University. "We used oxygen-permeable dimethylpolysiloxane (PDMS) at the bottom of culture vessel, and it worked very well."

The research group further evaluated the feasibility of this method by transferring the prepared HFGs from a fabricated approximately 300-microwell array, called "HFG chip," to generate hair follicles and hairs on the mouse body. The group confirmed black hair generation at both the back and scalp transplantation sites. The regenerated hair exhibited the typical hair cycle of murine hair.

"This simple method is very robust and promising. We hope that this technique will improve human hair regenerative therapy to treat hair loss such as androgenic alopecia," adds Fukuda. "In fact, we have preliminary data that suggests human HFG formation using human keratinocytes and dermal papilla cells."

Story Source: Materials provided by Yokohama National University.

Yokohama National University. "Practical hair regeneration technology: Researchers develop a method for large-scale preparation of hair-producing tissues." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 1 February 2018. <www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/02/180201142853.htm>.

Types of Hair Loss

 

There are many types of hair loss, also called alopecia:

Involutional alopecia.

This is the natural thinning process in humans, where the hair follicles stay in the resting phase longer. Hair also does not grow as long and sheds more often.

Alopecia Universalis.

This condition is due to an autoimmune disorder. All of the hair on the body is rapidly lost and can occur at any age. There is no known treatment.

Telogen effluvium.

This is a natural and normally temporary condition where a large number of hair follicles enter the resting phase of the hair growth process. A large number of hairs enter the resting phase at the same time, causing hair shedding and subsequent thinning. Hair can typically grow back within a year.

Androgenic alopecia.

This genetic condition affects both genders at different ages. Men typically suffer from androgenic alopecia in their late teens to early 20s and is characterized by pattern baldness and receding frontal hairline. Women don't typically see symptoms until their 40s and experience general thinning all over the scalp. Minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved drugs that can slow this genetic condition, but more severe conditions require hair transplant surgery. 

Alopecia areata.

Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that occurs when your body’s immune system mistakenly attacks your hair follicles.  The damage to the follicle is usually not permanent. Experts do not know why the immune system attacks the follicles. Alopecia areata is most common in people younger than 20, but children and adults of any age may be affected. Women and men are affected equally.

Scarring alopecias

 \Inflammatory skin conditions  (cellulitis, folliculitis, acne), and other skin disorders can result in scars that destroy the ability of the hair to regenerate. Hot combs, tightly woven hair can also result in permanent hair loss. Result in permeant hair lose.

 
At Apollo, we had both surgical and nonsurgical options to help you with your hair loss. We are the world leader in hair loss solutions; even if you travel abroad, Apollo will be there for your hair loss needs. A free consultation is a phone call away. 
 

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Try Peppermint Essential Oil for Hair Growth

Why Peppermint Oil?

Peppermint contains a compound called menthol. Menthol is a vasodilator, and vasodilators improve blood flow. Peppermint oil stimulates hair growth because of the increase blood circulation around the scalp when it is applied to the scalp.

Sometimes hair loss can occur due to starved blood flow to hair follicles. Increasing circulation with a vasodilator like a peppermint  essential oils could potentially improve hair growth and even prevent some hair loss

 

 

How to use Peppermint oil for Hair Growth

  1. Purchase a shampoo or conditioner with Peppermint oil: Read the label you are looking for 3% peppermint oil as determined in the Toxicological Research study.
  2. Make your own hair care product: Add 1 to 2 drops of high-quality peppermint essential oil to your hand add your shampoo or conditioner mix and apply and shampoo/condition as usual.
  3. For a quick treatment add 2 drops of a high-quality peppermint essential oil to one tablespoon of coconut oil. Rub the mixture into the scalp and leave for at least 30 minutes.

NOTE: A light scalp tingle is what we are going for but a burning sensation or too much tingling may mean the oil is too strong.  If the oil is too strong rinse immediately. If burning or irritation continues, a person should see a doctor. Try a small test patch on your skin to make sure you don’t develop any skin irritation or burning.

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Hair Replacement: What Is It and What Can It Do for You?

Hair Replacement: What Is It and What Can It Do for You?

According to the American Hair Loss Association, hair loss affects nearly 85% of men by the time they’re 50. Women, though less likely to make their hair loss known, make up more than 40% of hair loss sufferers across the US.  Fortunately, there are solutions.  are nonsurgical replacements for hair that help men and women regain the self-confidence that comes with a full head of hair. Available at Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Fort Worth, Apollo Cosmetic Reconstruction (ACR) is a hair system that is custom-designed for both men and women.

What is ACR? 

At Apollo Hair Replacement (ACR), we understand that even the greatest innovations and technological advances are meaningless without the personal attention that gives you the great look you want.  From the moment you walk in the door, your desire to have hair that looks and feels natural is our number one goal.  Sure, we have the best technology in the business, the most recent innovations, and 30 years of experience. But, what does this mean to you? It means we will be here when you need us.

More importantly, we have the people who will give you the personal attention you want and the look you desire. 

ACR, the next generation of non-surgical hair restoration. For you, that means hair that looks great and feels great with service that makes you feel like the most important person in the world. Because, at Apollo, you are. This system utilizes the greatest innovations and advancements in hair replacement technology. Created to fit your hair loss needs, ACR can restore your hair to its original condition.

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Are Your Eating & Sleeping Habits Causing Hair Loss

The effects of poor eating and sleeping habits on hair loss
Having healthy hair, in whatever style one prefers, is a big part of feeling confident. Unfortunately, many people around the world suffer from some degree of hair loss. Lack of sleep and poor diet are two very prominent reasons for poor scalp and hair health. 

Many Americans suffer from one degree or another of lack of sleep. If a person isn't getting enough sleep, this can put stress on your body of the emotional, physical and mental sort. When combined with a poor diet, this one-two punch can mean an escalation of hair loss or can set a person up for future hair loss problems. 

The good news is that there are several things a person can do to try to help sustain or renew their scalp and hair health. Getting adequate sleep and eating the right food, and how these two things can help, will be explored below. 

Getting adequate sleep is one of the most crucial building blocks in living a healthy, and long, life. In the hair health arena, getting the needed amount of rest every night helps your body in absorbing the necessary nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals, that will not only make you healthier and stronger overall, but that will aid your body in producing and circulating essential scalp oils as well as in supporting strong and healthy hair follicles. 

You need to get those nutrients into your body before it can make use of them during your slumbers, which leads to the second item in this short list of two of the most crucial foundations for living a healthy life. Eating right is a proactive decision you can make to help in restoring, or maintaining, your hair and scalp health, as well as working to allow you to reap the many benefits of living a healthier lif, such as having plenty of positive energy and avoiding sicknesses. 

There are several foods in particular that can aid in improving both your overall health and the well-being of your scalp and hair. Hair is made of protein, so be sure to eat enough protein-rich foods like meat, poultry and fish. If you're a vegetarian, look towards eating enough of your favorite beans, including highly beneficial legumes like lentils and chickpeas. Nuts, eggs, quinoa and broccoli should also be mentioned. These foods will aid your body in absorbing and producing iron, a critical mineral everyone needs, especially in one's efforts to support vigorous hair health. 

Vitamin C is essential for reducing the effects of bodily stress and also is said to contribute to a lowered risk of cancer. It is also crucial for hair follicle health. Vitamin C is a common supplement, but can also be absorbed from foods such as broccoli, cantaloupe, strawberries, citrus fruits and dark leafy greens such as spinach.

 

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