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Hair loss : by Ray Sahelian, M.D., herbs for hair loss, natural options HAIR loss Natural Options for Hair Loss or Thinning Hair S ubscribe to a FREE Supplement Research Update newsletter by Ray Sahelian, M.D . Hair originates in the dermis, the skin layer just below the surface layer (epidermis). Baldness (alopecia) , or severe hair loss, is much more common in men than in women. It canresult from genetic factors, aging, local skin conditions, and diseases that affect thebody generally (systemic diseases). Some medications, such as those used to treat cancer,also cause hair loss. Hair loss treatment Most types of baldness have no cure. A person with male-pattern orfemale-pattern baldness may undergo hair transplantation, in which hair follicles areremoved from one part of the body and transplanted. Some medications or hair loss products, such as topical minoxidil, may promote hair growth in a small percentage of people. The oral drugfinasteride may also promote hair growth. Finsateride is available as Propecia 1 mg, or asProscar 5 mg (used for enlarged prostate). It is cheaper to buy Proscar 5 mg and bite offabout a fifth a day instead of buying Propecia since Proscar is only slightly moreexpensive than Propecia but it has 5 times as much finasteride. Minoxidil may also be helpful at 2% for womenand 5% for men, used topically. Natural Hair Loss Remedy -- may be helpful for healthy hair growth I'm not sure whether fish oils would help, perhaps they may since they thin the blood and improve circulation. I'm not aware of a hair loss vitamin that would be useful since most Americans are not severely deficient in any particular vitamin. A molecule produced in the intestine when soy is digested stops a hormone which can fuel prostate growth or cause baldness. Writing in the journal Biology of Reproduction, they said the finding could explain why Japanese men, who eat more soy, rarely have prostate cancer. They said the molecule could be used as a treatment for cancer and baldness. The team found that the molecule, equol, "handcuffs" the male hormone DHT - a by-product of testosterone. Equol is a metabolic product of the flavonoid daidzein. The researchers say this could be particularly important for men who have been diagnosed with either an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia), or cancer of the prostate. DHT has also been implicated in research into the causes of male pattern baldness. Saw Palmetto extract is also involved blocking DHT in prostate tissue, whether it does so in hair tissue is not clear. One small study indicates the combination of saw palmetto and beta sitosterol could be helpful (see below). Dr. Sahelian has formulated a product for prostate tissue health which contains saw palmetto isoflavones such as genistein and daidzein along with beta sitosterol. Whether this product helps with hair growth has not been evaluated. Prostate Power Rx 60 Capsules Physician Formulas Formulated by Ray Sahelian, M.D. With Saw Palmetto, Beta Sitosterol, Pygeum, Stinging Nettle, Quercetin, & 9 Key Ingredients for support of normal prostate size & urine flow Prostate Power Rx is carefully formulated with important herbs and nutrients to provide optimal prostate health. Significant clinical research on benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) has been conducted on the potent ingredients in Prostate Power Rx. This formula has been designed to support: Normal prostate size Urine flow Against oxidants and cellular damage in the prostate Supplement Facts Serving Size 2 Capsules Servings Per Container 30 Amount per Serving: Saw Palmetto extract - 640 mg* (standardized to contain 45% fatty acids - serenoa repens fruit) Stinging Nettle 4:1 extract - 100 mg* (urtica diocia root) Quercetin -100 mg* Rosemary 4:1 extract - 100 mg* (Rosemarinus officinales leaf) Beta Sitosterol - 60 mg* Pygeum 4:1 bark extract - 50 mg* (Pygeum Africanum) Daidzein - 10mg* (standardized to contain 40% isoflavones) Genistein - 10mg* (standardized to contain 40% isoflavones) Lyc-O-Mato Lycopene - 10 mg* (Lycoperscion escatatum fruit) Directions: For maximum results, take 2 capsules a day before breakfast or lunch. Retail: $29.95 Sale Price: $16.95 Click Prostate-Power-Rx to order or to see a complete list of products at Physician Formulas Subscribe to a FREE Supplement Research Update newsletter. T wice a month we email you a brief abstract of several new studies on various supplements and natural medicine topics, including hair regrowth, and their practical interpretation by Ray Sahelian, M.D. Male-pattern baldness is the most common type of hair loss affecting men.It's rare in women and children because it depends on the presence of the male hormones(androgens), and levels of these hormones are high in males after puberty. Baldness runsin families. The hair loss usually begins on the sides, near the front, or on the top ofthe head toward the back. The hair loss can begin at any age, even in the middle teenyears. Some people lose only some hair and develop a bald spot in the back or a recedinghairline; others, especially people whose hair loss begins at a young age, may gocompletely bald. Researchers have found that variations in a gene related to male sex hormones may be at the root of male-pattern baldness, the most common form of hair loss. The culprit is the androgen receptor gene, and it dwells on the X chromosome, which all men inherit from their mothers. Other, yet-unidentified genes are likely involved in male-pattern baldness, possibly including ones handed down by fathers. But the new findings highlight the importance of mom's side of the family when it comes to a man's hairline. Female-pattern baldness or female hair loss is less common than male-pattern baldness.Usually, this condition causes the hair to thin in the front, on the sides, or on thecrown. It rarely progresses to total hair loss. Gray Hair Hair goes gray when melanocytes become depleted. The scalp contains a reservoir of adult stem cells that provide a continuous supply of these color-making cells. But as the body ages these cells become depleted and sometimes begin to develop in the wrong part of the hair follicle. Hair Research Update A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial to determine the effectiveness of botanically derived inhibitors of 5-alpha-reductase in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia. J Altern Complement Med. 2002 Apr;8(2):143-52. Prager N, Bickett K, French N, Marcovici G. Clinical Research and Development Network, Aurora, CO, USA. One contributing factor to androgenic alopecia is the conversion of testosterone (T) to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) via the enzyme 5-alpha reductase (5AR). This metabolism is also key to the onset and progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Here, we report the first example of a placebo-controlled, double-blind study undertaken in order to examine the benefit of these botanical substances in the treatment of AGA. The goal of this study was to test botanically derived 5AR inhibitors, specifically the liposterolic extract of saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol, in the treatment of androgenic alopecia. Subjects: Included in this study were males between the ages of 23 and 64 years of age, in good health, with mild to moderate AGA. RESULTS: The results of this pilot study showed a highly positive response to treatment. The blinded investigative staff assessment report showed that 60% of (6/10) study subjects dosed with the active study formulation were rated as improved at the final visit. Melatonin increases anagen hair rate in women with androgenetic alopecia or diffuse alopecia: results of a pilot randomized controlled trial. Br J Dermatol. 2004 Feb;150(2):341-5. In addition to the well-known hormonal influences of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone on the hair cycle, melatonin has been reported to have a beneficial effect on hair growth in animals. The effect of melatonin on hair growth in humans has not been investigated so far. OBJECTIVES: To examine whether topically applied melatonin influences anagen and telogen hair rate in women with androgenetic or diffuse hair loss. METHODS: A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study was conducted in 40 women suffering from diffuse alopecia or androgenetic alopecia. A 0.1% melatonin or a placebo solution was applied on the scalp once daily for 6 months and trichograms were performed to assess anagen and telogen hair rate. To monitor effects of treatment on physiological melatonin levels, blood samples were taken over the whole study period. RESULTS: Melatonin led to a significantly increased anagen hair rate in occipital hair in women with androgenetic hair loss compared with placebo. For frontal hair, melatonin gave a significant increase in the group with diffuse alopecia. The occipital hair samples of patients with diffuse alopecia and the frontal hair counts of those with androgenetic alopecia also showed an increase of anagen hair, but differences were not significant. Plasma melatonin levels increased under treatment with melatonin, but did not exceed the physiological night peak. CONCLUSIONS: To the authors' knowledge, this pilot study is the first to show that topically applied melatonin might influence hair growth in humans in vivo. The mode of action is not known, but the effect might result from an induction of anagen phase. Emails regarding hair loss Q. I read you article on Serenoa repens ( saw palmetto ) and hair loss.... What is your opinion ( I know research is lacking ) on combining Finasteride with Serenoa repens ( saw palmetto ) ---given the former is a type 2 inhibitor whereas the Serenoa repens ( saw palmetto ) is a dual inhibitor would you speculate there may be a beneficial effect on hair loss or an adverse one involving hormonal feedback loops ? A. You ask a good question. i don't see any obvious harm adding saw palmetto to finasteride, but I honestly don't know whether there would be a synergistic effect. I still am not convinced daily use of finasteride for hair loss or prostate enlargement is safe in the long run. Finasteride may blunt sexuality, but more research is needed. Q. I know you probably won't be able to answer me, but I am desparate. I am a 43 year old woman and took a 25 mg. DHEA supplement recommended by my doctor. He was not really clear about how long I should take it, nor did he give me any warnings about possible side effects. Unfortunately I took it for 6 months and now am experiencing pretty severe hair loss. I have lost 50% of my hair in the last 2 months. I really had NO IDEA what I was taking and feel very stupid for not researching this before I took it. My levels were tested on June 23rd and were high (260 in a scale of 14-244). I have stopped the supplement as of 3 weeks ago. Can you give me any hope (at all!) about regaining my hair once the DHEA level drops? I know you won't recommend treatments but if you could direct me to some information I would be grateful. This is causing me unbelievable anxiety. A. Unfortunately we have had many emails regarding hair loss associated with misuse of DHEA. There is hope that some of the hair, maybe most or all could grow back, but it is impossible to predict. Perhaps some of the herbs as mentioned above could be tried or your doctor could prescribe finasteride for hair regrowth, at least for a few weeks or months. Q. Is there a way to test if you are an equol producer? ie.. I'm an average joe taking red clover twice a day (for hair loss) but also for prostate health. I would like to know if it's beneficial to me to keep taking this. Also, after reading a couple of the daizden articles, I believe I have experienced my first "hot flash" the other night. It felt as though I was going to be sick, I got real hot then sweat on my forehead. I just thought I had caught a touch of the flu. Anyhow, I'm now thinking that I had a hot flash, becasue I'm taking too much daizden? hard to say, there aren't any guidelines for how much to take. Are the "herbal" drug companies any closer to creating an over the counter equol supplement so us thinning hair people can combad male pattern baldness? A. You ask good questions and we just don't have enough knowledge at this time to make any firm recommendations. Q. I receive your Supplement Research Update . Thank you for this free information. Another drug to add to the list of harmful pharmaceuticals is Propecia (Merck) for hair loss. More and more people, myself included, are suffering from the long-term, potentially permanent side-effects of this hair restoring drug. The finasteride side-effects include impotence, loss of libido, hormonal imbalance, and problems with mental clarity. In my opinion, this is the next drug that the public will "blow the lid off of." I hope that Dr. Sahelian would comment on this further in upcoming newsletters. Furthermore, I was wondering if Dr. Sahelian has any recommendations for people who've been affected by Propecia. Is there a way to correct the hormonal imbalance that this drug has caused? Has he helped others with this issue? Is there hope? I belong to a web forum called finasteride-side-effects.com. A brief look at the messages posted here show that hundreds of people (on this site alone) have been affected. Thanks again for your resource. Any help that you can provide would be a great blessing to many who are dealing with this devastating problem. A. Even though long term ( 5 year ) studies thus far do not clearly indicate significant side effects from finasteride, I suspect that we will encounter some problems as you mention. A couple of options for improving libido include Passion Rx or Tongkat Ali . For mental clarity, Mind Power Rx is an option. Q. I am 38 and searched the internet for info on herbalremedies to prevent hair loss. I found anecdotal references on benefits of saw palmetto , zinc , and vitamin B6 p-5-p (pyrodoxal, not pyrodoxine). All three were indicated to fightthe effects of DHT's reaction with 5-alpha reductase which can have a harmful effect onhair follicles and cause hair loss. Have you heard anything more "official" onthese three supplements for stopping hair loss? A. As far as I know, there are, as of now, no proven herbalor nutritional therapies for androgenetic hair loss. Some over the counter hormones, suchas DHEA , androstenedione, and pregnenolone may cause hair loss or hair thinning in some individuals. I am hoping that future research will indicate that certain herbs or supplements are helpful. Saw palmetto apparently blocks DHT in prostate tissue, it is not clear whether it does so in hair tissue. Fish oils can improve circulation, but I'm not sure if they would be helpful. Q. What are your thoughts on finasteride for hair growth. Does it have any side effects? A. Finasteride is a 5alpha-reductase inhibitor approved for the treatment of male pattern hair loss. It was originally approved in 1992 for the treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy. Finasteride's approval was expanded in 1997 to include the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men at a dose of 1 mg/day. Finasteride inhibits 5alpha-reductase, thereby prohibiting the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that in high amounts accelerates hair loss in some men. Reduction in DHT results in a significant improvement in hair growth and density. Finasteride is usually well-tolerated. The most common side effects are reduced libido, decreased ejaculate volume and gynaecomastia (enlargement of breast tissue). For those who feel they need to rely on finasteride for hair regrowth or to prevent further hair loss, but wish to minimize the side effects, you could consider taking half a 1 mg pill daily as opposed to a full pill. To boost libido, try Passion Rx (see link at top for ray sahelian) Q. I believe that hair loss can occur due to increased DHT when a male is using testosterone replacement cream. If a person is unable to tolerate finasteride due to the side effects, what would you suggest is the next best solution to this type of hair loss? A. We're not aware of any good natural options at this time for hair loss. Q. I am a 56 year old woman. I have come through menopause but lately noticed that my hair is thinning in the front crown area of my head. Do you sell anything that might help it to thicken my hair again? A. I have been looking into a good hair raising formula and thus far I have not yet found a product that I feel works effectively. But I actively looking, and if I do come across a hair raising formula, I will mention it in the newsletter. Q. I read your newsletter with great interest. Something puzzles me: you do not mention the effect of biotin on hair growth. I am seventy, a woman, and afflicted with male pattern baldness. A dermatologist recommended 5mg (milligrams) of biotin three times a day. I confimed this with my internist, was told it was all right, but am still a bit uncomfortable with such a high dose. I would appreciate your thought. A. We have not come across any reliable research regarding biotin supplementation leading to hair growth for those with age related hair loss. If your doctors have such information, we would be glad to review it.

Celebrity Hair Style Trends

Ending Hairstyle Struggles » Celebrity Hair Style Trends | hairstyles, hair designs, hair style advice -- Celebrity Hair Style Trends (Ending Hairstyle Struggles) Ending Hairstyle Struggles Home | About Barb | Contact | Enter email to subscribe to new articles View Articles About • A hair design for your lifestyle • Celebrity hairstyles • Choosing the right hairstyle • General information • Hair care • Hair coloring • Hair industry news • Hair styling tools • Hair types and texture • Hairstyles and your face • Hairstyling tips and techniques • Troubled hair • What’s hot in hairstyles • You and your hair stylist Recent Articles Wedding hairstyle picture gallery Long hair? Getting a haircut? Sally Beauty Best Tressed 2005 Survey Add volume or length to your hairstyle Long eye lashes latest trend Till you drop Designer Shoes at Zappos.com Women's apparel bargains on Amazon 300+ top designer brands at YOOX Gifts $10 & under at eBay's Half.com Find hard to find items on eBay! ClassicCloseouts for famous designers Blair.com: Gifts Under $20 Birkenstock footwear Folica.com my favorite beauty store! Celebrity Hair Style Trends Hat Tip to Fox News for this update on the trends of the celebs. What About Bob? Thursday, October 13, 2005 By Catherine Donaldson-Evans PHOTOS Click image to enlarge STORIES ARCHIVE BACKGROUND • New York Fashion Week Offers Peek at Spring • Fall Fashion Muse: The Lady in Black • Schoolhouse Frocks: Back-to-School Fashion • ‘Lollipop Head’ Starlets Start Fashion Trend NEW YORK — After several seasons of fussing with their long, layered locks, Hollywood stars and their copycats have been looking for a shortcut. Many have found it in an updated version of a classic favorite: the bob ( search ). “Bobs are definitely hot in Hollywood right now,” said Glamour magazine beauty writer Stephanie Huszar. “They’re really gorgeous, they’re really versatile and they’re easy to style.” Celebrities who have gone all bobby lately include Charlize Theron ( search ), Paris Hilton ( search ), Nicole Richie ( search ), Britney Spears ( search ), Maggie Gyllenhaal ( search ), Kirsten Dunst ( search ) and J-Lo ( search ), among others. The traditional bob is a short, sleek and sometimes severe cut with hair that’s all one length (save for the possibility of bangs), falling somewhere between the chin and the shoulders. 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Leg Hair Removal

Hair Removal -- -- -- KidsHealth > Teens > Your Body > Skin Stuff >Hair Removal As you browse the aisles of your local drugstore, you may feel a little dizzy. There are hundreds of products devoted to making the hair on your head more lustrous, clean, fragrant, and full - and just steps away, dozens more promise to get rid of your unwanted hair just as easily. Which ones work best? How do they work? And do you need any of them? Different Types of Hair Before removing hair, it helps to know about the different types of hair on our bodies. All hair is made of keratin , a hard protein that's also found in your fingernails and toenails. Hair growth begins beneath the surface of your skin at a hair root inside a hair follicle, a small tube in the skin. You have two types of hair on your body. Vellus hair is soft, fine, and short. Most women have vellus hair on the chest, back, and face. It can be darker and more noticeable in some women than others - especially women with darker complexions. Vellus hair helps the body maintain a steady temperature by providing some insulation. Terminal hair is coarser, darker, and longer than vellus hair and is the type of hair that grows on your head. When a teen reaches puberty, terminal hair starts to grow in the armpits and pubic region. On guys, terminal hair begins to grow on the face and other parts of the body such as the chest, legs, and back. Terminal hair provides cushioning and protection. In some cases, excess hair growth, called hirsutism (pronounced: hur -suh-tih-zum), may be the result of certain medical conditions. In girls, polycystic ovary syndrome and other hormonal disorders can cause dark, coarse hair to grow on the face, especially the upper lip, and on the arms, chest, and legs. Some medications, like anabolic steroids , can also cause hirsutism. Getting Rid of Hair Shaving How It Works: Using a razor, a person removes the tip of the hair shaft that has grown out through the skin. Some razors are completely disposable, some have a disposable blade, and some are electric. Guys often shave their faces, and women often shave their underarms, legs, and bikini areas. How Long It Lasts: 1 to 3 days Pros: Shaving is fairly inexpensive. All you need is some warm water, a razor, and if you choose, shaving gel or cream. You don't need an appointment - shaving is a do-it-yourself endeavor, resulting in smooth, hairless skin. Cons: Razor burn, bumps, nicks, cuts, and ingrown hairs are side effects of shaving. Ingrown hairs occur when hairs are cut below the level of the skin. When the hair begins to grow, it grows within the surrounding tissue rather than growing out of the follicle. The hair curls around and starts growing into the skin, and irritation, redness, and swelling can occur at the hair follicle. Tips: Look for blades that have safety guard wires - they minimize nicks and cuts. Also, you'll get a closer shave if you shave in the shower after your skin has been softened by warm water. Go slowly, change your blades often to avoid nicks, and use a moisturizing cream to soften the hair. Although most people shave in the opposite direction from the hair growth, if you want to avoid ingrown hairs it can help to shave in the direction the hair grows. If you have an ingrown hair, try exfoliating (removing dead skin cells with a loofah), sterilizing a pointed pair of tweezers with rubbing alcohol, and attempting to pluck out the ingrown hair. Plucking How It Works: Using tweezers, a person stretches the skin tightly, grips the hair close to the root, and pulls it out. How Long It Lasts: 3 to 8 weeks Pros: Plucking is time-consuming because you can only remove one hair at a time. However, it's inexpensive because all you need are tweezers. Cons: Plucking can be painful, so it's best to do it only on small areas, such as the eyebrows, upper lip, and chin. If the hair breaks off below the skin, a person may get an ingrown hair. After plucking, you may notice temporary red bumps because the hair follicle is swollen and irritated. Tips: Make sure you sterilize your tweezers with rubbing alcohol before and after use to reduce the chance of infection. Depilatories How They Work: A depilatory is a cream or liquid that removes hair from the skin's surface. They work by reacting with the protein structure of the hair, so the hair dissolves and can be washed or wiped away. How Long They Last: Several days to 2 weeks Pros: Depilatories work quickly, are readily available at drugstores and grocery stores, and are inexpensive. They're best on the leg, underarm, and bikini areas; special formulations may be used on the face and chin. Cons: Applying depilatories can be messy and many people dislike the odor. If you have sensitive skin, you might have an allergic reaction to the chemicals in the depilatory, which may cause a rash or inflammation. Depilatories may not be as effective on people with coarse hair. Tips: Read product directions carefully and be sure to apply the product only for the recommended amount of time for best results. Waxing How It Works: A sticky wax is spread on the area of skin where the unwanted hair is growing. A cloth strip is then applied over the wax and quickly pulled off, taking the hair root and dead skin cells with it. The wax can be warmed or may be applied cold. Waxing can be done at a salon or at home. How Long It Lasts: 3 to 6 weeks Pros: Waxing leaves the area smooth and is long lasting. Waxing kits are readily available in drugstores and grocery stores. Hair regrowth looks lighter and less noticeable than it is after other methods of hair removal, such as shaving. Cons: Many people mention that the biggest drawback to waxing is the pain when the hair is ripped out by the root. A person may notice temporary redness, inflammation, and bumps after waxing. Professional waxing is also expensive compared to other hair removal methods. People with diabetes should avoid waxing because they are more susceptible to infection. Also, teens who use acne medications such as tretinoin and isotretinoin may want to skip the wax because those medicines make the skin more sensitive. Teens with moles or skin irritation from sunburn should also avoid waxing. Tips: For waxing to work, hair should be at least 1/4 inch (about 6 millimeters) long, so skip shaving for a few weeks before waxing. Waxing works best on legs, bikini areas, and eyebrows. Electrolysis How It Works: Over a series of several appointments, a professional electrologist inserts a needle into the follicle and sends an electric current through the hair root, killing it. A small area such as the upper lip may take a total of 4 to 10 hours and a larger area such as the bikini line may take 8 to 16 hours. How Long It Lasts: Permanently Pros: Electrolysis is the only type of hair removal that is permanent. Cons: Electrolysis takes big bucks and lots of time, so it's usually only used on smaller areas such as the upper lip, eyebrows, and underarms. Many people describe the process as painful, and dry skin, scabs, scarring, and inflammation may result after treatment. Infection may be a risk if the needles and other instruments aren't properly sterilized. Tips: Talk to your doctor if you're interested in this method. He or she may be able to recommend an electrologist with the proper credentials. Laser Hair Removal How It Works: A laser is directed through the skin to the hair follicle, where it stops growth. It works best on light-skinned people with dark hair because the melanin (colored pigment) in the hair absorbs more of the light, making treatment more effective. How Long It Lasts: 6 months Pros: This type of hair removal is long lasting and large areas of skin can be treated at the same time. Cons: A treatment session may cost $500 or more. Side effects of the treatment may include inflammation and redness. Tips: Using cold packs may help diminish any inflammation after treatment. Avoiding the sun before a treatment may make results more effective. Prescription Treatments A cream called eflornithine is available by prescription to treat facial hair growth (generally in women). The cream is applied twice a day until the hair becomes softer and lighter - more like vellus hair. Side effects may include skin irritation and acne . Talk to your doctor or dermatologist if you are concerned about hair growth and removal. Antiandrogen medications are another method that doctors prescribe to reduce the appearance of unwanted hair. Because the hormone androgen can be responsible for hair growth in unwanted areas, antiandrogens can block androgen production. Oral contraceptives are frequently used in conjunction with these medications to enhance their effect and to help regularize the menstrual cycle in girls who need it. Deciding to remove body hair is a personal choice - getting rid of body hair doesn't make a person healthier, and you shouldn't feel pressured to do so if you don't want to. Some cultures view body hair as beautiful and natural, so do what feels right to you! Updated and reviewed by: Barbara P. 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Jennifer Aniston Hair

Jennifer Aniston@Everything2.com Near Matches Ignore Exact Jennifer Aniston ( person ) by passport (21.3 hr) ( print ) ? 2 C! s Tue Jun 05 2001 at 5:25:42 Jennifer, who plays Rachel on Friends , was born in Sherman Oaks , CA on February 11th, 1969. Jennifer is of Greek descent and even spent a year living there with her family when she was a child. She later relocated to New York when her father, John Aniston , landed a role on the show " Love of Life ". Because of her father, who stars on NBC's daytime drama " Days of our Lives " and her godfather, Telly Savalas , Jennifer was exposed to acting at an early age. At age eleven , she joined the Rudolf Steiner School 's drama club . Jennifer says, "I was always fascinated by acting, but my experience at Rudolf Steiner encouraged me to pursue it as a career. Steiner was a free-spirited school that encouraged creativity and individualism ." It was here that she developed a passion for art . That same year, one of Jennifer's paintings was displayed in New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art . She then went on to New York's High School of the Performing Arts to begin her professional training. She is currently married to Brad Pitt and is considered to be one of the most attractive actresses working today. One thing of interest is her hair, which has always been imitated by women all over the country. They even named a hairstyle after the hair she wore for several seasons on Friends , ( The Rachel ). Filmography Love, Sex, Drugs & Money (2002) The Good Girl (2002) Rock Star (2001) Time of our Lives (2000) The 51st Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (1999) (TV) .... Rachel Green The Iron Giant (1999) (voice) .... Annie Hughes Office Space (1999) .... Joanna The Thin Pink Line (1998) .... Clove VH1 Divas Live (1998) (TV) .... Presenter Waiting for Woody (1998) .... Herself Dream for an Insomniac (1998) .... Allison Hercules (1998) .... 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