Displaying items by tag: American Academy of Dermatology

How you wash your hair and the products you use can go a long way toward maintaining smooth, shiny hair. Follow these simple tips from dermatologists to maintain healthy hair.

• Wash oily hair more frequently. How often you wash your hair should be based on how much oil your scalp produces.
• If your scalp is oily, you may need to wash it as often as once a day.
• If you have chemically treated hair, your hair may be drier, so you may want to wash it less frequently.
• As you get older, your scalp makes less oil, so you may not need to shampoo as often. But if you see flakes in your hair, you may not be shampooing enough. This can lead to dandruff and other scalp diseases.
• Concentrate shampoo on the scalp. When washing your hair, concentrate on cleaning primarily the scalp, rather than washing the entire length of hair. Washing only your hair can create flyaway hair that is dull and coarse.
• Use conditioner after every shampoo unless you use a “2-in-1” shampoo, which cleans and conditions hair. Using a conditioner can significantly improve the look of damaged or weathered hair by increasing shine, decreasing static electricity, improving strength and offering some protection from harmful UV rays.
• Concentrate conditioner on the tips of the hair. Because conditioners can make fine hair look limp, they only should be used on the tips of the hair and not on the scalp or length of the hair.
• Choose a shampoo and conditioner formulated specifically for your hair type. For example, if you color your hair, use a shampoo designed for color-treated hair. If your hair is damaged or chemically treated, consider a “2-in-1” shampoo. Regardless of cost, many shampoo and conditioner brands provide the same benefits.
• Protect hair when swimming. Protect your hair from the damaging effects of chlorine by wetting and conditioning your hair before swimming. Wear a tight-fitting swim cap and use a specially formulated swimmers shampoo and deep conditioner after swimming to replace lost moisture.

If you have questions about caring for your hair, you should make an appointment to see a dermatologist.  If you are losing your hair or experiencing thinning hair contact Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas-Fort Worth. Apollo  has been specializing in  hair loss solutions for more than 30 years -  call us today for a free consultation (800) 339-4247

The American Academy of Dermatology
The American academy of dermatology is the largest, and most representative of all dermatologic associations. With a membership of over 13,700, it represents virtually all-practicing dermatologists in the United States. While the AAD is not specifically a hair loss organization they do support the furthering of hair loss awareness and have many hair loss experts in their membership.

International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons
The International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons is a consumer organization that selectively screens skilled and ethical hair transplant surgeons. The IAHRS does not offer an open membership policy to doctors practicing hair transplantation, and is the only group that recognizes that all surgeons are not equal in their skill and technique. Its elite membership seeks to represent the best in the discipline, the true leaders in the field of surgical hair restoration. The IAHRS' goal is to provide a safe place for prospective patients to choose a surgeon based on skill and not on their ability to buy public opinion through advertising. The International Alliance of Hair restoration Surgeons (IAHRS) is the only organization in the world whose membership is limited exclusively to state-of-the-art hair restoration surgeons. The IAHRS is the patient's advocate, the ethical physician's voice, and the standard for the profession.

National Alopecia Areata Foundation
The mission of the National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF) is to support research to find a cure or acceptable treatment for alopecia areata, to support those with the disease, and to educate the public about alopecia areata. The mission is accomplished by: Funding research and research workshops that add to the scientific knowledge about alopecia areata, its causes, and different treatments. Providing local support and education for people with alopecia areata and their families informing the public about alopecia areata. Advocating the concerns of people affected alopecia areata. Creating and distributing educational materials to health professionals as well as those affected, so that all may better understand alopecia areata.

Children's Alopecia Project
The goal of the Children's Alopecia Project is to improve upon the lives of children suffering from any form of Alopecia by:

• Funding a children's support group i.e., a place where they can go and feel supported and comfortable discussing their difficulties and coping mechanisms in dealing with their disease.
• Raising money to send children who might not be able to attend the annual conference of the National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF)
• Donating monies for research on a regular basis
• Promoting public awareness through community based events

The Bald Truth
Airing live from CBS studios in Los Angeles, and heard coast to coast, Spencer Kobren's The Bald Truth is the only radio program that openly deals with the emotional, and societal difficulties faced by men and women suffering with hair loss. Kobren’s weekly on air support group has been nationally syndicated for more than 8 years, bringing to light how emotionally devastating living with hair loss can be in today’s appearance obsessed society. Whether you’re new to hair loss or have been suffering for 20 years, Spencer Kobren’s The Bald Truth is your safe place to learn about effective hair loss products and treatments and to openly share your thoughts, your humor, your hope and your strength with others struggling with this silent epidemic.

Rapunzel Project
The Rapunzel Project is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping chemotherapy patients keep their hair during treatment. Funds raised by The Rapunzel Project will be used for two related purposes: first, to create awareness that hair loss during chemotherapy can be prevented through the use of specialized cold caps, and second, to purchase specialized freezers, cold caps and related equipment to facilitate this process.