Male-pattern baldness (Androgenetic alopecia) will affect almost 70% of males. It causes hair follicles to shrink over a period of your life, ultimately shedding those hairs and never growing back. This hair loss is due mostly to your genetics and hormonal reasoning, but hair loss can be caused by stress, poor diet, and multiple other health factors. 

Most likely, if your extended family is bald or has noticeably thinning hair, then male-pattern baldness runs in your family and you’re at risk. Over time, your hair growth cycle essentially begins to lessen and die, shrinking the follicles and producing finer and finer hair until it doesn’t produce hair at all. 

The severity of male-pattern baldness is also hereditary. However, there’s a scale called the Norwood Scale that shows you what type of male-pattern baldness you’re experiencing. Your hair loss can begin in the front toward your forehead or on the crown of your head. Many people think that only the crown balding is male-pattern baldness, but a receding hairline could also be male-pattern baldness. 

Because male-pattern baldness is hereditary, it’s difficult to combat. But there are preventative treatments. 

At a basic level, you can change your hairstyle to cover any baldness or scalp-showing. This is probably the easiest solution. If that doesn’t work, you can try biotin pills that you get over-the-counter and any pharmacy. You can also try minoxidil (Rogaine), which is a topical treatment that you apply to your scalp. It stimulates the follicles and encourages hair growth. Finally, concerning medicines you can take, there’s finasteride. Finasteride is an oral pill that is prescribed by a doctor that helps hair growth by blocking hormones that cause hair loss. There are multiple other treatments for male-pattern baldness such as wigs or hairpieces, transplant surgery, or ultimately just shaving your head. 

At Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Fort Worth, we specialize in all of these treatments and counseling. We offer free consultations to diagnose the type of hair loss you might be experiencing and offering solutions that fit your needs and budget. 

Get your hair back. Get your life back!

Summer is here and, for a lot of us, that means dry, flat hair due to the humidity over the hotter months. And depending on your hair (thickness, length, heritage, etc.), it may be harder for you to get the volume and body you want in your hair over the dog days. Well, here are a few ways to get your hair to stand up and stand out, and stop lying flat and lifeless on your head during the summer. This is… The Body Issue! 

Let’s start with the quickest fix: dry shampoo! Dry shampoo is a volume building and grease removing method of taking care of your hair without having to shower! Sometimes your hair may get oily over 2-3 days, and you don’t want to wash your hair every single day not only to keep it healthy, but because that takes a lot of work. That’s why some genius discovered this amazing product. Apply dry shampoo by spraying it into your hair, starting with the roots and the layers underneath to get rid of excess oil and add body! You don’t even need to wait 2-3 days to add it to your hair. Don’t be afraid to spray it in after your blowdry your hair to create even more volume. Just don’t use it every day! Too frequent of usage can cause hair damage and even hair loss. See more about dry shampoo and hair loss here. 

You could also go bodybuilding. But not lifting weights and getting rub-on tans. Get a volume-building shampoo and go wild. It’s actually impressive how a good volume-building shampoo can make your hair stand out and give it that fluffier, fuller look. A couple tips for these volume shampoos are to get something clear or translucent. Also, make sure it has a conditioning treatment included! 

Another technique to add volume to your hair is to tease it! You probably already knot this, but back-brushing your hair (gently, I might add) can really boost and “unstick” hairs from each other. If you do this on the under-layers, you’ll get a full-bodied look with zero flatness! 

Also, after you get out of the shower, try blow drying your hair upside down. No, don’t hang from the ceiling. Just lean over, whip your hair over your hair toward your feet, and blow dry it that way. This also adds crazy volume and still makes your look healthy, shiny, and full! 

Are none of these tips working? You may be experiencing the starting phases of hair loss. If you’re noticing thinning hair, bald spots, or chunks of hair shedding, Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Fort Worth can help! We offer free consultations to figure out how to properly treat what you’re going through. Call us today to schedule your free consultation. 

Get your hair back. Get your life back!

Keeping healthy hair through the colder months of the year can be a task. Some people are well aware that cold temperatures is damaging to your hair, but a lot of people have no idea! Queue this blog.

Let’s talk about what cold weather does to your hair. First off, a brisk 50 degrees isn’t bad for your hair. And that’s cold to us Texans. But if you’re traveling outside of Texas into those below freezing states, we recommend just staying no to that, and snuggling up with your dog on the couch while eating all things peppermint bark. But if you absolutely must go somewhere uncomfortably cold, keep in mind that those temperatures can and will affect your hair in one way or another. But Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Fort Worth has your back… err... head.

Dry/itchy scalp

The thing about winter is that it calls for two things: layers and dark clothing. We aren’t fashion experts. But we know a thing or two from binge watching Netflix shows based out of colder areas of America. Layers upon layers upon thermals. That’s what winter is all about in terms of clothing. Typically during this time, dark clothing is a classic, fashionable trend. But this isn’t a fashion blog, so where am I going with this? Cold weather can quickly turn your healthy head into a snowglobe of dandruff. The lower temperatures dry your skin out, and your scalp is no exception. With a dry scalp comes and itchy scalp. The last thing you want is to be wearing a black peacoat with bright white flakes all over your shoulders when it isn’t snowing outside. This is not flattering for you at your significant other’s work holiday party. So what can you do? The best thing you can do is keep your scalp moisturized with a dandruff shampoo. You can still use whatever your normal shampoo and conditioner are, but consider massaging some Head & Shoulders into your scalp after using your regular product. Let it sit for a minute, then wash it out. Do this every other day to keep that scalp from flaking all over the place during chilly temperatures! Most people don’t know that Head & Shoulders isn’t just a dandruff fighting shampoo, but it also keeps your hair healthy and strong.

Beanies

So, it’s cold outside and you don’t want to spend the time doing your hair. Or maybe your hair is thinning, and you want to wear a beanie or a hat so people don’t notice. Totally understandable. But be aware that although the cold weather can cause your scalp to dry out and damage your hair, wearing tight beanies or hats frequently can permanently damage your hair and even cause excessive thinning. Think of it this way: Put a brick on some nice St. Augustine grass during the summer. Leave it there for the entire day. Now pick it up and look at the grass it was sitting on. It will be smashed, matted down, and discolored. If you keep that brick on the grass over time, that grass dies. This is how wearing a beanie constantly affects your healthy St. Augustine-esque hair. Be mindful of how often you wear hats and beanies, and think about how that can damage and thin your hair over time.

If you had too much spiked eggnog last night and you woke up late this morning, throw that beanie on to save time. Then call Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Fort Worth so we can hook you up with healthier, rejuvenated hair for next year. Worth it!

Contact us now for a free consultation! Get your life back for the holidays!

Hair Loss Study: Scientists reverse aging-associated skin wrinkles and hair loss in a mouse model

A gene mutation causes wrinkled skin and hair loss; turning off that mutation restores the mouse to normal appearance.

Wrinkled skin and hair loss are hallmarks of aging. What if they could be reversed?

Keshav Singh, Ph.D., and colleagues have done just that, in a mouse model developed at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. When a mutation leading to mitochondrial dysfunction is induced, the mouse develops wrinkled skin and extensive, visible hair loss in a matter of weeks. When the mitochondrial function is restored by turning off the gene responsible for mitochondrial dysfunction, the mouse returns to smooth skin and thick fur, indistinguishable from a healthy mouse of the same age.

"To our knowledge, this observation is unprecedented," said Singh, a professor of genetics in the UAB School of Medicine.

Importantly, the mutation that does this is in a nuclear gene affecting mitochondrial function, the tiny organelles known as the powerhouses of the cells. Numerous mitochondria in cells produce 90 percent of the chemical energy cells need to survive.

In humans, a decline in mitochondrial function is seen during aging, and mitochondrial dysfunction can drive age-related diseases. A depletion of the DNA in mitochondria is also implicated in human mitochondrial diseases, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, age-associated neurological disorders and cancer.

"This mouse model," Singh said, "should provide an unprecedented opportunity for the development of preventive and therapeutic drug development strategies to augment the mitochondrial functions for the treatment of aging-associated skin and hair pathology and other human diseases in which mitochondrial dysfunction plays a significant role."

The mutation in the mouse model is induced when the antibiotic doxycycline is added to the food or drinking water. This causes depletion of mitochondrial DNA because the enzyme to replicate the DNA becomes inactive.

In four weeks, the mice showed gray hair, reduced hair density, hair loss, slowed movements and lethargy, changes that are reminiscent of natural aging. Wrinkled skin was seen four to eight weeks after induction of the mutation, and females had more severe skin wrinkles than males.

Dramatically, this hair loss and wrinkled skin could be reversed by turning off the mutation. The photos below show the hair loss and wrinkled skin after two months of doxycycline induction, and the same mouse a month later after doxycycline was stopped, allowing restoration of the depleted mitochondrial DNA.

Little change was seen in other organs when the mutation was induced, suggesting an important role for mitochondria in skin compared to other tissues.

The wrinkled skin showed changes similar to those seen in both intrinsic and extrinsic aging -- intrinsic aging is the natural process of aging, and extrinsic aging is the effect of external factors that influence aging, such as skin wrinkles that develop from excess sun or long-term smoking.

Among the details, the skin of induced-mutation mice showed increased numbers of skin cells, abnormal thickening of the outer layer, dysfunctional hair follicles and increased inflammation that appeared to contribute to skin pathology. These are similar to extrinsic aging of the skin in humans. The mice with depleted mitochondrial DNA also showed changed expression of four aging-associated markers in cells, similar to intrinsic aging.

The skin also showed disruption in the balance between matrix metalloproteinase enzymes and their tissue-specific inhibitor -- a balance of these two is necessary to maintain the collagen fibers in the skin that prevent wrinkling.

The mitochondria of induced-mutation mice had reduced mitochondrial DNA content, altered mitochondrial gene expression, and instability of the large complexes in mitochondria that are involved in oxidative phosphorylation.

Reversal of the mutation restored mitochondrial function, as well as the skin and hair pathology. This showed that mitochondria are reversible regulators of skin aging and loss of hair, an observation that Singh calls "surprising."

"It suggests that epigenetic mechanisms underlying mitochondria-to-nucleus cross-talk must play an important role in the restoration of normal skin and hair phenotype," Singh said, who has a secondary UAB appointment as professor of pathology. "Further experiments are required to determine whether phenotypic changes in other organs can also be reversed to wildtype level by restoration of mitrochondrial DNA."

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Materials provided by University of Alabama at Birmingham. Note: Content may be edited for style and length.

Journal Reference:

1. Bhupendra Singh, Trenton R. Schoeb, Prachi Bajpai, Andrzej Slominski, Keshav K. Singh. Reversing wrinkled skin and hair loss in mice by restoring mitochondrial function. Cell Death & Disease, 2018; 9 (7) DOI: 

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University of Alabama at Birmingham. "Scientists reverse aging-associated skin wrinkles and hair loss in a mouse model: A gene mutation causes wrinkled skin and hair loss; turning off that mutation restores the mouse to normal appearance.." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 20 July 2018. <www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/07/180720112808.htm>.

Be Kind to Your Hair 

Things that reduce your hairs’ strength and elasticity, and cause it to break more easily include, chemical processing (such as bleaching and highlighting), keratin straightening treatments, the suns UV rays, salt, chlorinated water, perms and the overuse of heated styling aids can result in hair damage and breakage. Luckily, for most of these issues, the hair grows back or the loss can be reversed with medical treatments. But it is important to see a professional if there seems to be something wrong, because the sooner treatment is started, the better the chances are for improving your growing season. Here are a few tips to curb hair breakage:  

• Don't brush your hair too often
• Apply a pre-shampoo conditioning treatment to your hair at least once a week
• Gently remove tangles with a wide-tooth comb, starting at your ends and gradually working up towards the roots 
• Use a heat protective serum before blow drying
• Don't pull your hair back too tightly when you style
• Try not to wrap hair ties too tightly around your hair. This can cut into the hair shaft and cause breakage.
• Protect your hair from the sun in the summer
• Limit your use of hair straighteners, hot roller or curling irons to twice a week
• If you bleach your hair, try not to overlap previous applications
• Trim split ends - if you leave them they can break further up your hair shaft

Here at Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Ft. Worth, our hair restoration specialists offer a number of treatment options to fit your specific needs. From hair regrowth for women, hair transplants, chemotherapy wigs, and laser hair therapy—we are your number-one resource for hair replacement services in the Dallas and Ft. Worth areas. 

Apollo Hair Reconstruction (AHR) is a proprietary nonsurgical hair replacement technique that not only restores your hair and natural appearance but also can restore your self-confidence and improve the quality of your life. Contact Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas, Fort Worth today to inquire about AHR for men and women, or to learn about any of our other customized hair loss solutions to solve virtually any hair loss condition.

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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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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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It may seem like your hair is falling out at a rapid pace, and it can be alarming to see dozens of hair strands fall out within a very short period of time. However, it is normal for a healthy individual to lose dozens of hair strands daily. If you believe that your hair loss situation is much more significant than this or if you feel that new hair is no longer growing, you may understandably be concerned. After all, your hair is one of your more noticeable physical features. Hair loss can impact how self-confident you feel and how others perceive you to be. It can affect your personal and professional lives. While there are many causes of hair loss in men and women, stress is a common cause that could be contributing to your current issue. Understanding the stress-related hair loss conditions is the first step to take to restore hair on your head. 

There are two primary conditions that describe hair loss caused by stress. The first of these conditions is called telogen effluvium. This condition is caused by excessive emotional or physical stress. If you have this type of hair loss condition, the hair will stop growing for approximately two to three months. Because new hair will not grow to replace natural hair loss, it may seem like your hair is thinning. Typically, hair will start growing back on its own within six to nine months. 

The other condition is known as alopecia areata. This type of hair loss condition can be much more pronounced. Hair may fall out in patches over a relatively short period of time. It is caused by white blood cells targeting hair follicles. With a serious case of alopecia areata, hair across the entire scalp may be affected. In fact, body hair can also be affected. This condition may improve on its own over time, but in many cases, professional treatment is required. 

It can be difficult to determine what type of hair loss you have on your own. At Apollo Hair Replacement, we understand how challenging it can be to deal with hair loss, and we know that you are looking for an effective way to resolve your issue. We will meet with you personally to learn more about your hair loss issue and to recommend a restoration treatment that may work well for you. If you are dealing with hair loss, now is a great time to reach out to us for assistance.

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Hair will always be an enormous part of personal style. It’s no secret that both men and women spend an endless amount of time and money maintaining their hair. And although hair trends will come and go, healthy hair will always be in style.  Unfortunately, hair loss isn’t something that’s talked about in the mass media. Although some men may take it in stride, women face societal pressure by covering their hair loss with extensions or hairpieces to maintain the level of femininity they once felt. 

It should come as no surprise that hair loss is a sensitive and stressful issue for men and women. And since the topic of hair loss is rarely discussed, many people don’t seek treatment, which not only results in additional hair loss, but it also has a negative impact on their self-esteem and overall happiness. In order to move forward, we must first understand what causes hair loss. Genetics can play a role, but other factors can contribute to hair loss. 

Types of Hair Loss

• There are several different types of hair loss, which include:
• Telogen effluvium - Hair follicles go into a resting phase
• Alopecia areata - The body’s immune system starts to attack the hair follicles
• Trichotillomania- Individuals have the urge to pull their hair out

Hormones
Fluctuation in hormonal levels can also cause male and female hair loss. In fact, hormonal imbalance is one of the main reasons for thinning hair and excessive shedding. When your hormones are balanced, your hair grows and sheds at a normal rate. However, a woman's hormones dramatically change after childbirth and menopause, which can lead to hair loss. 

Furthermore, if you produce testosterone but not enough estrogen, you may also experience hair and skin problems. The same holds true for men. In addition to genetics playing a major role, male pattern baldness is often associated with hormone levels. 

Weight Loss
Another reason for hair loss is diet and weight loss. To keep hair healthy, you must consume specific amounts of vitamins and minerals. If your diet is too restrictive, you may start to experience hair loss. Eating a heart-healthy, low-fat diet, rich in fruit and vegetables helps you lose weight and a grow healthy head of hair.

Anemia
Certain medical conditions can also lead to hair loss. Anemia, for example, is a very common medical condition that is easily corrected. If your iron levels are too low, you can experience hair loss. For some women, iron-deficiency anemia can be a direct result of dietary choices or menstrual cycle. 

Psychological Causes
Physical conditions are not the only contributing factors when it comes to hair loss. The most common psychological causes of hair loss are stress and anxiety. 

Change in Medication
Medications have an impact on your body’s chemistry, so any sudden change in your medication regimen can create hormonal imbalances, which in turn, can cause hair loss. This is sometimes seen in those who discontinue the use of birth control. Hair loss associated with hormone imbalances usually normalizes itself once hormone levels are back to baseline.

Regardless of the reason, seeking advice about hair loss is the best route to go. Stopping hair loss early is the best way to maintain the hair you have and stop further loss.

The Real Facts About Hair Loss

Hair will always be an enormous part of personal style. It’s no secret that both men and women spend an endless amount of time and money maintaining their hair. And although hair trends will come and go, healthy hair will always be in style.  Unfortunately, hair loss isn’t something that’s talked about in the mass media. Although some men may take it in stride, women face societal pressure by covering their hair loss with extensions or hairpieces to maintain the level of femininity they once felt.  It should come as no surprise that hair loss is a sensitive and stressful issue for men and women. And since the topic of hair loss is rarely discussed, many people don’t seek treatment, which not only results in additional hair loss, but it also has a negative impact on their self-esteem and overall happiness. 

In order to move forward, we must first understand what causes hair loss. Genetics can play a role, but other factors can contribute to hair loss. 

Types of Hair Loss
There are several different types of hair loss, which include:

• Telogen effluvium - Hair follicles go into a resting phase
• Alopecia areata - The body’s immune system starts to attack the hair follicles
• Trichotillomania- Individuals have the urge to pull their hair out

Hormones
Fluctuation in hormonal levels can also cause male and female hair loss. In fact, hormonal imbalance is one of the main reasons for thinning hair and excessive shedding. When your hormones are balanced, your hair grows and sheds at a normal rate. However, a woman's hormones dramatically change after childbirth and menopause, which can lead to hair loss. 

Furthermore, if you produce testosterone but not enough estrogen, you may also experience hair and skin problems. The same holds true for men. In addition to genetics playing a major role, male pattern baldness is often associated with hormone levels. 

Weight Loss
Another reason for hair loss is diet and weight loss. To keep hair healthy, you must consume specific amounts of vitamins and minerals. If your diet is too restrictive, you may start to experience hair loss. Eating a heart-healthy, low-fat diet, rich in fruit and vegetables helps you lose weight and a grow healthy head of hair.

Anemia
Certain medical conditions can also lead to hair loss. Anemia, for example, is a very common medical condition that is easily corrected. If your iron levels are too low, you can experience hair loss. For some women, iron-deficiency anemia can be a direct result of dietary choices or menstrual cycle. 

Psychological Causes
Physical conditions are not the only contributing factors when it comes to hair loss. The most common psychological causes of hair loss are stress and anxiety. 

Change in Medication
Medications have an impact on your body’s chemistry, so any sudden change in your medication regimen can create hormonal imbalances, which in turn, can cause hair loss. This is sometimes seen in those who discontinue the use of birth control. Hair loss associated with hormone imbalances usually normalizes itself once hormone levels are back to baseline.

Regardless of the reason, seeking medical advice about hair loss is the best route to go. Stopping hair loss early is the best way to maintain the hair you have and stop further loss.

Call us now for a FREE consultation! Get your life back!