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The other 10 percent of scalp hair is in a resting phase that lasts two to three months. At the end of the resting stage, this hair is shed. Shedding 50 to 100 hairs a day is normal. When a hair is shed, it is replaced by a new hair from the same follicle and the growing cycle starts again. Scalp hair grows about one-half inch a month. As people age, the rate of hair growth slows. What causes hair loss? Hair loss is believed to be primarily caused by a combination of the following: aging change in hormones illness family history of baldness burns trauma However, hair loss is not caused by the following: poor circulation to the scalp vitamin deficiencies dandruff excessive hat-wearing a gene passed on from an individual's maternal grandfather Generally, the earlier hair loss begins, the more severe the baldness will become. What is hair replacement surgery? The interest in hair replacement has significantly increased over the past ten years. Two out of every three men and one in five women suffer from hair loss. For men, the main cause of a diminishing hairline is heredity. Hormonal changes such as menopause can cause both thinning and hair loss in women. There are a number of hair replacement techniques that are available, although hair replacement surgery cannot help those who suffer from total baldness. Candidates for hair replacement must have a healthy growth of hair at the back and sides of the head. The hair on the back and sides of the head will serve as hair donor areas where grafts and flaps will be taken. There are four primary different types of hair replacement methods, including the following: hair transplantation During hair transplantation, the surgeon removes small pieces of hair-bearing scalp grafts from the back or sides of the head. These grafts are then relocated to a bald or thinning area. tissue expansion In this procedure, a device called a tissue expander is placed underneath a hair-bearing area that is located next to a bald area. After several weeks, the tissue expander causes the skin to grow new skin cells. Another operation is then required to place the newly expanded skin over the adjacent bald spot. flap surgery Flap surgery is ideal for covering large balding areas. During this procedure a portion of the bald area is removed and a flap of the hair-bearing skin is placed on to the bald area while still attached at one end to its original blood supply. scalp reduction Scalp reduction is done in order to cover the bald areas at the top and back of the head. This technique involves the removal of the bald scalp with sections of the hair-bearing scalp pulled together filling in the bald area. Possible complications associated with hair transplantation procedures: Possible complications associated with hair transplantation procedures may include, but are not limited to, the following: patchy hair growth Sometimes, the growth of newly placed hair has a patchy look, especially if it is placed next to a thinning area. This can often be corrected by additional surgery. bleeding and/or wide scars Tension on the scalp from some of the scalp reduction techniques can result in wide scars and/or bleeding. grafts not taking Occasionally, there is a chance that the graft may not "take." If this is the case, surgery must be repeated. infection As with any surgical procedure, there is the risk of infection. About the procedure: Although each procedure varies, generally, hair replacement surgeries follow this process: Location options may include: surgeon's office-based surgical facility outpatient surgery center hospital outpatient hospital inpatient Anesthetic options may include: general anesthesia local anesthesia, combined with a sedative (allows the patient to remain awake but relaxed) Average length of procedure: Several surgical sessions are usually needed to achieve satisfactory fullness, with a healing interval of several months recommended between each session. It may take up to two years before seeing the final result with a full transplant series. Recuperation period: Plugged or grafted hair falls out within a month or two after surgery, which is normal and almost always temporary. After hair falls out, it generally takes another month or more before hair growth resumes. A surgical touch-up procedure may be needed to create more natural-looking results after the initial incisions have healed. This may involve blending, a filling-in of the hairline using a combination of mini-grafts, micro-grafts, or slit grafts. Non-surgical hair replacement with medication: Finasteride (Propecia™) Finasteride, produced by Merck and Company under the name Propecia, was approved by the FDA in December 1997, as a treatment for male pattern baldness. It is the first drug available in pill form for the treatment of baldness. In men with mild to moderate hair loss, clinical trials showed that 83 percent of the male patients had kept their hair or grown more after one year of treatment. Propecia (finasteride) works by blocking an enzyme called 5-alpha reductase, which is responsible for the formation of dihydrotestosterone in a man's body. The enzyme converts testosterone to DHT (dihydrotestosterone). It is believed that DHT is a key factor in male pattern hair loss, and finasteride decreases the concentration of DHT in a man's scalp. Finasteride is available by prescription only. minoxidil (Rogaine™) Minoxidil, a drug produced by Upjohn under the name of Rogaine, has been available since 1988 for the treatment of hair loss. It is currently available as an over-the-counter drug. Minoxidil is topical solution that must be applied by applicator or fingers to the balding area twice a day, every day. Decreasing the dosage to once a day results in some hair loss, and discontinuing application causes regression to pretreatment baldness. Male pattern baldness and heart disease: While a receding hairline may be just enough to bother some men, hair loss on top of the head may actually increase the risk of heart disease. The latest in a series of studies conducted over the past several years regarding hair loss in men, has confirmed that those men who are balding on the crown of their heads have a 36 percent greater risk of developing coronary heart disease. Publishing the results of an 11-year study involving more than 22,000 men in the publication The Archives of Internal Medicine , researchers found that men with vertex pattern balding, or balding on the top of the head, appeared to be a marker for increased coronary heart disease. This association was even greater for men with hypertension or elevated cholesterol levels. Previous studies have pointed to a link between male pattern balding and heart disease, but this study constitutes one of the largest conducted. Researchers also included detailed information about various patterns of balding and used these to identify the risk of developing heart disease in men of all ages. The study looked at physicians who were between the ages of 40 and 84 years old who were involved in the Physician's Health Study beginning in 1982, and followed them over an 11-year period. Of the 22,071 US male physicians studied, 19,112 were free of coronary heart disease when the study began. Every six months for the first year, and then annually after that, the men were asked to complete follow-up questionnaires to obtain information about new medical conditions and diagnoses. These were confirmed through medical records. The researchers defined coronary heart disease events as nonfatal myocardial infarction (heart attack), angina pectoris (chest pain), and/or coronary revascularization (heart bypass surgery and angioplasty). Nearly 1,500 of the men reported one of these coronary events. The researchers also looked retrospectively at the pattern of hair loss of the men at the age of 45. Participants were asked on the 11-year follow-up questionnaire to choose from options that included no hair loss, frontal baldness only, or frontal baldness with mild, moderate, or severe vertex (crown of the head) baldness. What they found was that men whose crowns were completely bald had a 36 percent greater risk of having one of the coronary events; men with moderate crown balding had a 32 percent greater risk; those with mild balding of the crown were at a 23 percent greater risk; and men with frontal balding had a 9 percent greater risk of coronary events. In addition, men who were balding and had hypertension were at nearly twice the risk for heart disease, and those with high cholesterol had nearly three times the risk, when compared to non-balding men with the same conditions. Always consult your physician for more information. 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Hair care home remedies information from Answerbag Hair care home remedies Helping to keep your hair healthy, at home Home » Index » Health & Fitness » Home remedies » Hair care Categories Colored hair » Send me updates Questions What home remedies are there for hair breakage? How do you get rid of head lice? None of the shampoos seem to work. Is there a home remedy for infected hair folicles? What will make hair grow the fastest? Are there any remedies to inhibit hair loss and increase hair growth? Is there a home remedy to inhibit hair growth? Are there any home remedies that will help increase the growth rate of hair? Are there any home remedies that will improve your hair's thickness? Besides lemon juice which doesn't seem to work, what can make my hair blonder? How can I treat a dry and itchy scalp? Nioxin does not help. I am inundated with coarse hair in places not to be mentioned. What can I do to thin this hair? Do coconut oil and vinegar really work for treating dandruff? If not, then what does? Are there any remedies for rejuvenating or brightening up naturally red hair ? Is there a home remedy to remove build-up from shampoo and hair products? How can I remove the chlorine smell from a swimmer's hair? It is true that putting mayonnaise on your hair helps it to become shinier and stronger? Are there any home remedies for curing scalp psoriasis? What can I do to prevent female pattern baldness? Where can I purchase rosemary oil and peppermint oil for use in my hair? Is there a home remedy for making hair shiny? I recently had my hair permed. Whats a good shampoo, condiotioner and booster? Is there any way to treat split/dead ends without actually cutting my hair? My entire head of hair is matted to my scalp. Is there any home remedy I can use to get it untangled? Where can I purchase the "Mane 'n Tail" product? What is a home remedy for strengthening brittle hair? Is there a remedy for removing the "orange" rust/iron from hair due to hard water problems? How do I cure dry, fried hair due to heat straightening without having to buy a hair treatment? Does rinsing hair with beer make it stronger and fuller? The water in our house has a lot of calcium in it. Could this be damaging my hair, and if so what can I do about it? I get what I assume are pimples on my scalp, and while washing my hair frequently helps, they still haven't gone away. Why is this, and what might make it go away? How do I stop hair thinning in the crown area? Will vitamin B6 help? My hair gets really greasy if I don't wash it every day. Is there anything I do about this apart from washing my hair so often? What exactly are phyto-enzymatic proteins, that are claimed to inhibit hair growth? Do they work? Are there any home remedies to make my hair a lot less frizzy without making it greasy or burning it up? My hair is a combination of extremely greasy at the roots and very dry and brittle at the ends. Is there any way to satisfy both? » Ask a question What home remedies are there for hair breakage? A- (100%, 3 ratings) submitted by Andersen777 ( A++ , 99%, 1853 ratings), Apr 19, 04 A pair of scissors. Just kidding. Damaged is hair is prone to breakage, so start at the possible root of what is causing the damage. Damaged hair will always have breakage, but it can be minimized. Try one or all of these things: 1. Lay off styling tools that use heat: hairdryers, curling irons, straighteners. Let hair dry naturally or try setting curls with plain curlers and the cool setting of your hairdryer. 2. Avoid styling products with alcohol. Alcohol dries hair out and causes it to subsequently break. 3. Change your brush. This is a simple, but extremely effective way to prevent breakage. Plastic/synthetic bristles tend to "tear" hair, this is especially true when the hair is wet. Comb wet hair out gently using a wide tooth comb specifically made for that purpose. Switch to a boar bristle brush such as a Mason Pearson. Expensive, but so worth it. 4. Condition hair regularly. Use a deep conditioning treatment at least once every 7-10 days. This will help add elasticity and thus makes hair less prone to breakage. 5. Try a protein treatment that strengthens hair. The Redken Extreme line is fabulous and it really does work. In particular, the Deep Fuel treatment. About $14 for 5 treatments. Dirt cheap for awesome results. I love this stuff. Hope this helps. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) User comments jinjer : thank you for the helpful tips!! nay-nay : I've tried the protein treatment,it works great.thanx. » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by nay-nay (0%, 0 ratings), Jan 30, 05 I had alot of problems w/hair breakage,aside from a treatment, I like to use NEXUS leave in conditioners.It works really well. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top How do you get rid of head lice? None of the shampoos seem to work. (100%, 2 ratings) submitted by saphire (100%, 2 ratings), Apr 13, 04 My daughter has a problem with head lice often. I called the doctor for a prescription medicine called Quell but they told me to use mayonnaise! It worked better than any of the over the counter medicines I've tried. The doctor told me that the lice suffocate in the mayo and the oil from it makes combing the nits out easier . It is all natural so you are not putting pesticides in your child's hair and saves you alot of money! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) User comments pjchik : I wish I'd known that when I had the little pests marlie : good practical advise » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (100%, 1 rating) submitted by marlie (92%, 3 ratings), Apr 10, 04 Depending on what hair type you are will determine how easy it will be to get rid of the infestation. Depending whether you hair is long and curly (being the worse), or short and straight. Either way expect to have you work cut out for you. If you have a problem with a reoccurrence, the problem more than likely has nothing to do with the effectiveness of the shampoo. Lice can live in places that are unexpected. They can live in the pillowcases and bedding as well as carpets. Anywhere there ar... (read full answer) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by cjmoore (0%, 0 ratings), Nov 17, 05 My mom used to put baby oil in or hair then use plastic rap or a shower cap to cover it..(if child goes to school, do on friday night) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by NATASHA MELTON (0%, 0 ratings), Oct 9, 04 I have four girls in school. They was being sent home everytime I sent them to school within a week after getting them back in. I have tried cutting their hair, shapoos, mayonaise, olive oil, and many others. The best thing that I have found that works is I bought a medal lice comb kit that has two combs in it one for the lice and one for the eggs. I go through their hair once a week no matter what. I do not use anything else now but the combs and I have found that they do not need them with... (read full answer) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by Thursday Next (100%, 1 rating), May 27, 05 cheap conditioner works too. Just coat the hair and scalp completely and cover the hair with a showercap. Let it sit like that for about 45 minutes and then comb out, wiping the comb off on a paper towel as you go along. When you're done just rinse out the conditioner. Easy, cheap, good for your hair and it works! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by Jenny Decker (0%, 0 ratings), Jan 20, 05 I was told to sit with mayonnaise on your head for something like 2 hrs. That works the best. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by missy72190 (0%, 0 ratings), Dec 1, 04 a few years ago both my daughters came home from school within a week of eachother with head lice.my youngest who had hair down to her lower back had it the worst and their hair is thick which doesnt help matters any.Well, we cut my daughters hair shoulder length because it took months,6 months approximately for us to get rid of them.We tried everything,nix and rid which were not in my book as helpful as they say,i found that pronto or lice free are the best.but i also did the vegetable oil in t... (read full answer) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Is there a home remedy for infected hair folicles? (0 ratings) submitted by anguilla ( A+ , 96%, 259 ratings), Apr 29, 04 "A treatment for infected hair follicles, skin infections (cellulitis), and boils: Heat up a pot of milk. Soak bread with hot milk and place on the infection; as hot as can be tolerated. Leave it on for 10-15 minutes at a time. Repeat as necessary, until infection is gone. It is believed that this draws out the pus and heals the infection." ---from Traditional Portugese Health Practices and Beliefs http://www.hawcc.hawaii.edu/nursing/tradport.htm "Regular vacuuming insures that infected hair follicles will be removed fairly regularly." --- http://www.licetreatmentinfo.com/Head-Lice-Prevention.html This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top What will make hair grow the fastest? (0 ratings) submitted by ThunderChic79 (0%, 0 ratings), Jan 26, 05 I've heard if you trim your hair about every 3 weeks it will grow faster (that probably doesn't make sense) but, you are actually cutting off the split ends therefore your hair grows faster! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by twistnshout (0%, 0 ratings), Aug 2, 04 I love mane n tail! it makes your hair soft and strong... Its also great for the horses!!! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by marlie (92%, 3 ratings), May 25, 04 There is a product out there called Main-n-Tail shampoo that is great for hair and it is said to help it grow. It was first used on horses hence the name Mina-inTail, but now you can find it in the shampoo section in alot of retail stores. There are also vitamins that are made especailly for hair that you can try. Just look in your vitamin section and it usually specifies for hair or hair and nails. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by NYMEL7654 (0%, 0 ratings), Apr 22, 05 I've heard taking prenatal vitamins helps strengthen your hair. Keeping it healthy, as well as, helping it grow. It also helps strengthen your nails as well. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Are there any remedies to inhibit hair loss and increase hair growth? (100%, 1 rating) submitted by manoftheforrest (100%, 3 ratings), Apr 24, 05 I used to be a hairdresser and my boss a hairpiece consultant I have worked with wig makers and hairpiece consultants a fair bit when I was first training I studied at a hairdressing college and did trichology the science side of hair and scalp. Hair grows faster when subjected to regualr uv rays from the sun you don't want to get skin cancer but just normal exposure to the suns rays helps to stimulate the hair folicle to grow hair. Also a well balanced diet with protien as that is what your hair and nails are made from. Scalp massage if done correctly can stimulate the hair folicle to grow hair by increasing blood flow to the scalp and encouraging the pickup of protien from the blood. If you have hair loss make sure you see a good doctor and possible a dermatologist make sure you get a second or even third opinion from doctors if you feel they haven't given you a good consultation. If you are suffering hair loss make sure to take a look at the medications you are on, if you are on any? Look up their known side effects in a comprehensive drug side effect book, or ask your pharmacist, they often know more about drugs than doctors. Many contraceptive tablets are known to cause hair loss (Alopecia), some contraceptives were in fact invented to reduce facial hair in women (Hirsutism), but were found to have the added effect of working as a contraceptive. It usually takes about two months of being on these drugs before they start to take effect a... (read full answer) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (75%, 2 ratings) submitted by Andersen777 ( A++ , 99%, 1853 ratings), Jun 29, 04 Yes, relax, eat a balanced diet, and get enough sleep. :) How To Reverse Hair Loss These are helpful tips to help energize hair follicles, but they do not cure any underlying conditions, or stress-related hair loss. * Try drinking this - blend bananas with honey, yogurt & low-fat milk. A drink rich in biotin can help keep your crowning glory firmly rooted. * Take dietary supplements such as Vitamin B6, zinc & saw palmetto. Supplements are useful when you can't get... (read full answer) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) User comments saratchandra : I lose hair when I sleep. What should i do? leeloo : careful here- hypothyroid patients shouldn't eat bananas- the potassium is very bad in that situation » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by JollyMommy ( A- , 90%, 107 ratings), Aug 25, 04 I can not stress enough the importance of seeing your doctor if you have hair loss. Yes, it's probably just how you take care of your hair or hereditary, but it could be far worse! Last year I was experiencing hair loss (i was only 21) and it was pretty bad. I could put my hand through my hair at any time of day and get at least 5 strands, even after just brushing my hair. When I finally got up the nerve to talk to someone about it, it was my doctor, who gave me blood tests and found ... (read full answer) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Is there a home remedy to inhibit hair growth? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when an answer is posted » Top Are there any home remedies that will help increase the growth rate of hair? (0 ratings) submitted by nay-nay (0%, 0 ratings), Jan 30, 05 I always cut the tip ends of my hair on the full moon,(every full moon)and I can't belive how fast my hair grows! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Are there any home remedies that will improve your hair's thickness? (100%, 1 rating) submitted by manoftheforrest (100%, 3 ratings), Apr 24, 05 As mentioned in some of my other answers I used to be a hairdresser who studied at a college in hairdressing first. Despite all the gimmiks, trying to sell shampoos that thicken hair there has never been anything that has been clinically proven to thicken hair until recently. I have heard that Loreal has put out a new shampoo that thickens hair and is scientifically proven, whether that is true or not I don't know I will believe it when I see it. How most thickeners work is they coat your hair with a little of a bulking agent or a residue type product a bit like mouse or hairspray but in a shampoo and over time it builds up give your hair more stiffness and body to create the illusion of fullness. Over time these shampoos cause residue buildup and cease to work. Most hairdressers would recommend having two different shampoos and alternating them once one stops working. Most people don't seem to realise all shampoo is, is a detergent. Some of which are PH balanced (which refers to the level of acid or alkaline) most super market shampoos these days have been forced to pick up their quality a little and make ph balanced shampoos these are fine to use as well. A study done in New Zealand on shampoos showed that the only difference between salon and supermarket shampoos in many cases is that the salon version is more diluted with water. Which is by the way better for your hair! My Advice: Fine hair: Most consumers don't realise commer... (read full answer) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Besides lemon juice which doesn't seem to work, what can make my hair blonder? (100%, 2 ratings) submitted by Mary Siever ( A+ , 98%, 258 ratings), Aug 8, 04 The sun. Rhubarb juice. Add about 1/4 cup in a spray bottle, applying it evenly to your hair, and spend 15 to 20 minutes in the sunlight. It will enhance and speed the effect of natural sun-bleaching. Some other suggestions: Corona beer has been reputed to lighten hair. Chamomile tea will also lighten hair (make a strong cup of it and use a spray bottle). Another suggestion is to make a potato paste and leave it in for about 4 hours. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by scooterbugs25 (100%, 1 rating), Oct 26, 04 If you can stand the smell, I have used a bottle of peroxide too lighten my hair, just wet your whole head w/ it. then blow dry it for imediate results.. for a delay in the colot so it looks more natural.. add it too your hair a lil bit at a time then go out too the sun. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by bubblemint (0%, 0 ratings), Feb 14, 05 You can use hydrogen peroxide to make your hair more blonder. It only costs about 47! Just pour the whole bottle in your hair and soak it in there. What I do is: fill up the sink with hydrogen peroxide and stick my head right on into the sink. drain the sink and let it soak in your hair for about 5 to 10 minutes! It works great! I hope this helps you! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top How can I treat a dry and itchy scalp? Nioxin does not help. (100%, 1 rating) submitted by kaliganges ( A , 96%, 47 ratings), Apr 19, 04 If the dry and itchy scalp also leads to mild dandruff, some Listerine applied to the scalp may also help. Apparently Listerine was marketed during WWII as a dandruff remedy. See the quote from the People's Pharmacy below: "The active ingredients of Listerine include essential oils (thymol, eucalyptol, menthol, methyl salicylate) with anti-fungal activity. Dermatologists have determined that dandruff can be caused by fungus (yeast), so it makes sense that attacking the fungus might offer relief." http://www.healthcentral.com/peoplespharmacy/pharmfulltext.cfm?ID=60802& ;storytype=PPcolumn_question This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (100%, 1 rating) submitted by nurseannie ( A , 100%, 6 ratings), Feb 21, 04 My husband has this problem and found out that the biggest thing for him is he can't use regular shampoo or bath soap-now he uses an all natural bar soap, the old fashioned type (it's called "pure prairie soap" and he's ok. The other thing I've used with success for this problem in family members is a hair rinse made with all-natural Rosemary essential oil and all-natural Tea Tree essential oils. You can make your own: just add 10 drops of rosemary oil and 50 drops of tea tree oil to 1/2 cup of warm water. You can pour this on and work it around on your scalp with your hands after shampooing. (Don't rinse this out) Another way to apply the hair rinse is to put it in a spray bottle and apply it only to the scalp (be sure you shake the bottle well each before you use it). You don't want to get this in your eyes and be careful when buying the essential oils, you want to make certain you get all-natural and undiluted oils or they won't be of much help. Hope you get some relief! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) User comments Peggy2 : Thank you! » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (100%, 1 rating) submitted by Laura Arsenault (100%, 1 rating), May 2, 04 I had to respond to your question. I had spent two years developing a shampoo/bodywash in one. It is free from Sodium Laureth Sulfate, dyes and perfumes. I think many have allergic reactions to some of the chemicals in products causing dandruff and itchy scalp. I have had many reports of people using this product and it has relieved them of itchy scalp, eczema, dandruff and cradle cap on babies. The product is called Touch of an Angel. You can find out more about the product at http://www.touchofanangel.com This product is also physician endorsed. I hope this helps. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by Andersen777 ( A++ , 99%, 1853 ratings), Apr 9, 04 (Answer last edited on Apr 26, 04) I second the use of Tea Tree Oil. Just in case none of the other remedies suggested work. . .even though it is not a "home remedy" I use a product by Osmotics called FNS. Expensive, but worth it. It helps keep your scalp healthy and properly hydrated and clear pf dead skin and sebum build up in the follicles. It is primarily suggested as a hair re-growth aid (non-hormonal), but I use it to keep my scalp healthy. It is light and doesn't smell unpleasant. I swear by it. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by angelica0707 (0%, 0 ratings), Apr 21, 05 Try this simple home remedy... beat one whole egg (raw) with 2 tablespoon of water... apply the solution to scalp. You may also apply the remaining egg solution to your hair... Leave on for 10 mins...then rinse and shampoo hair... Do this on a weekly basis... no more dry and itchy scalp... and you'll have a shiny hair.... This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top I am inundated with coarse hair in places not to be mentioned. What can I do to thin this hair? (0 ratings) submitted by NYMEL7654 (0%, 0 ratings), Apr 22, 05 It's painful, but go with waxing. Eventually the hair will thin out, and when it comes it, it's not as coarse. It takes a while, but be patient--it does work. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Do coconut oil and vinegar really work for treating dandruff? If not, then what does? (0 ratings) submitted by angelica0707 (0%, 0 ratings), Apr 21, 05 Putting coconut oil in your hair is just like giving yourself a hot oil... Try this simple home remedy... beat one whole egg (raw) with 2 tablespoon of water... apply the solution to scalp. You may also apply the remaining egg solution to your hair... Leave on for 10 mins...then rinse and shampoo hair... Do this on a weekly basis... no more dry and itchy scalp... and you'll have a shiny hair.... This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Are there any remedies for rejuvenating or brightening up naturally red hair ? (100%, 1 rating) submitted by Andersen777 ( A++ , 99%, 1853 ratings), Feb 9, 05 I saw an article in one of the fashion magazines that suggested crushed strawberries. I saved the clipping, since I am a redhead, and it says to mash up about a cup of strawberries and leave in your hair for 20-30 minutes. I tried it and it didn't do much for me. However, the fruit acids in the berries left my hair shinier. That is the only home remedy that I know of. This is not a home remedy, but I favor Aveda's Madder Root shampoo for red heads and Redken Color Injection for redheads as a conditioner. Both are great products and do a good job of bringing out the best in red hair. I will add that my hair is not and orangey red. I have naturally auburn hair with more red than brown, so the results may be different for me than other redheads. Hope this helps. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) User comments RedheadEmily : yes i also have auburn hair, its straight and thick, thank you i really appriciate it » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Is there a home remedy to remove build-up from shampoo and hair products? (100%, 1 rating) submitted by anguilla ( A+ , 96%, 259 ratings), Mar 12, 05 Mix a tablespoon of baking soda into your favorite shampoo and rub into your hair. Rinse well. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (100%, 1 rating) submitted by Andersen777 ( A++ , 99%, 1853 ratings), Apr 8, 05 I keep a small bottle of a mixture of Suave Daily Clarifying shampoo, vinegar, and baking soda around to remove buildup. The vinegar adds an extra bit of shine. Of course using baking soda alone or in a mixture will make your hair dry, so follow up with a conditioner. I typically do this once a week (I have lousy water). This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by Tabitha (0%, 0 ratings), May 6, 05 All you really need is to final rinse (after shampoo and conditioner) with apple cider vinegar. It returns hair to its natural pH. However, I have switched over to organic shampoo and conditioner from my local health food and product store and I have never known my hair to be so incredible and healthy looking despite natural dryness and less than healthy ends.... I use the intense moisturizing shamp/cond from J.A.S.O.N. Being all natural, it doesnt have ANY of the useless junk all the regular br... (read full answer) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top How can I remove the chlorine smell from a swimmer's hair? (100%, 1 rating) submitted by rainydrop ( B , 81%, 12 ratings), Jan 27, 05 Baking Soda Rinse 1/2 cup baking soda 1 cup warm water Dissolve baking soda in warm water. Pour over hair after shampooing. Massage into the hair and scalp for several minutes, then rinse. This will efficiently clean and shine the hair. It also gets rid of chlorine smell. http://www.recipegoldmine.com/beautyhair/hair2.html This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) User comments Dar Gentz : Does it just remove the smell, or does it also remove the chlorine? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top It is true that putting mayonnaise on your hair helps it to become shinier and stronger? (0 ratings) submitted by gothicpie (0%, 0 ratings), Jun 7, 05 (Answer last edited on Jun 16, 05) From experience, yes, it is true. It really did help out my hair, but the major set back was I smelled like a sandwich for a few days. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Are there any home remedies for curing scalp psoriasis? (0 ratings) submitted by manoftheforrest (100%, 3 ratings), Apr 24, 05 As mentioned on other post I have answered I used to be a hairdresser but have an interest in natural products My mother has psoriasis in her scalp and finds that the pure lavendar oil and water mix I gave her to use works wonders it clears up in know time at all. Just get a bottle even a glass spray bottle and put about five drops of pure essential oil of lavendar in 100mls of water and shake throughroughly before each used to prevent from blocking nozzle of sprayer. We just used a small bottle with a flip top lid and squirted a little directly onto the area and rubbed it in and then make sure not to touch it. if you do this once in the morning and once at night before you go to bed it should help to clear it up. If you are allergic to lavendar oil or have asthma then try chamomile oil or tea tree but use tea tree in smaller quantities its quite strong This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top What can I do to prevent female pattern baldness? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when an answer is posted » Top Where can I purchase rosemary oil and peppermint oil for use in my hair? (100%, 1 rating) submitted by jemma7 (88%, 2 ratings), May 5, 05 Any good aromatherapy shop really, you only need the small bottles, (like the ones you use for burners).There are many shops which offer 'cheap' oils but i wouldn't recommend them. Star Child (on-line) is a great one if you're in the U.K. Good Rosemary and Peppermint oil should cost between 5-9. Good techniques are either to put a few drops in with your conditioner (you won't need that much) or to buy a spray bottle and mix a few drops with some water and spray over your hair as you would a leave-in conditioner. Don't put these oils directly on your hair or skin undiluted though. Jojoba Oil is also very good for skin and hair, you can buy large bottles of this from most good natural health stores but it is moderately pricey. Hope this helps! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) User comments Andersen777 : Jojoba is great for hair » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Is there a home remedy for making hair shiny? (100%, 1 rating) submitted by Andersen777 ( A++ , 99%, 1853 ratings), May 1, 05 Vinegar and a cold water rinse. Mix a little vinegar into your shampoo and rinse, leave it in for about a minute then rinse with cold water. Also see http://www.answerbag.com/q_view.php/6780 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view.php/16348 This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top I recently had my hair permed. Whats a good shampoo, condiotioner and booster? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when an answer is posted » Top Is there any way to treat split/dead ends without actually cutting my hair? (0 ratings) submitted by ggonnigan ( A+ , 98%, 121 ratings), Jul 29, 05 (Answer last edited on Jul 31, 05) The truth of the matter is that once an end is split it is ripped apart for good. Ultimately, the only way to remove a split end is to cut it off. However, there are ways to temporarily glue the ends together and even give the appearance of healthy ends. For a temporary split-free finish follow these steps: Shampoo hair and with a moisturizing formula. Use a good rinse out conditioner making sure to slather the ends where the splits exist. Rinse well and then do a cool to cold rinse to seal the hair's cuticles and ends, adding instant sleekness and glossiness. Towel blot and then apply your favorite leave-in conditioner to your damp tresses. Detangle your strands with a wide tooth comb. Pour a pea sized drop of shine serum into the balms of your hands. Glide your serum coated hands over the ends of your hair making sure to focus more serum on the most frayed ends of your hair. Use a large paddle or round brush and a blow dryer and blow your hair completely dry. Make sure that the split end areas are dried as straight as possible since splits look worse when they are allowed to wave, curl, frizz or spike out. When your hair is 100% dry apply a light layer of heat protectant spray or product. Then use a ceramic or teflon flat iron to flat-iron the bottom 1 1/2 to 2 inches of your tresses from side to side. When you are finished flat ironing all around your head, spray with a light hairspray with silk to hel... (read full answer) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top My entire head of hair is matted to my scalp. Is there any home remedy I can use to get it untangled? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when an answer is posted » Top Where can I purchase the "Mane 'n Tail" product? (0 ratings) submitted by Anonymous (0%, 0 ratings), Aug 24, 05 Check your local Yellow Pages phone book under pet supplies, horse supplies. Mane & Tail is used on horses hair and hoofs, but it's great for humans too! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by Anonymous (0%, 0 ratings), Nov 15, 05 Wal Mart carries the Mane 'n Tail shampoo and conditioner in the Beauty section but also in the Pet section - is usually cheaper in the Pet Section. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by ladyinohio (0%, 0 ratings), Aug 25, 05 You can purchase Main-n-Tail at your local Wal-Mart, It's great stuff!! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top What is a home remedy for strengthening brittle hair? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when an answer is posted » Top Is there a remedy for removing the "orange" rust/iron from hair due to hard water problems? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when an answer is posted » Top How do I cure dry, fried hair due to heat straightening without having to buy a hair treatment? (0 ratings) submitted by never bare (100%, 1 rating), Nov 8, 05 I have constantly straightenned my hair. When straighteners were over-priced, I even used a household iron! First-thing to do is cut down your use to only weekends, (there are plenty of other styles to try during the week and Pantene frizz defence keeps my humid-weather-hair horrors at bay). If your hair is as bad as it sounds, before you wash your hair (which is hopefully not every night because that will dry your hair out even worse), lather your hair in olive oil -yes the stuff you use in stir-frys; and leave it in for 15-30 mins and rinse with warm water, then condtion. After cutting down your straightener use, washing your hair only every two days, latherring your hair in oil and taking multi-vitamins and/or silicon capsules you should see great improvements. But if you lack time or are forgetful on-going salon treatments would be simpler. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by tabbyline (100%, 1 rating), Nov 8, 05 I do agree with a previous answer, However with regard to removing olive oil: Try first warming the oil over a pan of hot water (NOT OVER A FLAME) Then apply the warm oil to the mid lenghts and ends of your hair,wrap some cling film then cover with a towel, this will help to keep the oil warm. When you wish to remove the oil from your hair you must first take a portion of good shampoo and apply it to the hair BEFORE you add any water, this will lather to a white cream,then once emulsified you may then add the water. Another home treatment for dry hair is using a mashed advocado with lemon juice,after washing the hair use as a conditioning treatment leave for as long as you want then rince thourghly. Good luck This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top Does rinsing hair with beer make it stronger and fuller? B- (83%, 3 ratings) submitted by lady fuschia ( A , 96%, 42 ratings), Nov 1, 05 I don't believe it makes it any fuller, but it is nourishing and will make it shiny, I have heard that beer was used as conditioner by the Ancient Egyptians. Lots of shampoos have beer as an ingredient, which is probably the simplest way to use it (Linco Beer is about the best). If you do rinse with actual beer use an organic real ale (preferably a home brew) to get the maximum nutrients and minimal chemicals, and rinse with cold water afterwards. Don't whatever you do rinse with lager dregs from your local- you'll only succed in making yourself smell like an alcoholic! This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) User comments cesareDH : It's interesting but really has no scientific facts to back it up. Becky Thompson : I don't believe that "lots" of shampoos have beer or beer ingredients in them, but it is true that Egyptians did use beer. kinkstar : Interesting! Thanx! » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by manoftheforrest (100%, 3 ratings), Nov 8, 05 No exactly, I used to be a hairdresser trained at a college and worked in the industry for long enough to give some fairly sound advice. Beer rinses using proper brewed real beer not chemical beer. adds a coating to the hair a bit like a hairspray leaves a residue. This is why when I was first training as a hairdresser I was taught that you can use the beer as a setting lotion as it holds the hair into a style and gives it body. With continued use in the form of beer shampoo which you used... (read full answer) This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top (0 ratings) submitted by Amber Shinault ( A- , 94%, 4 ratings), Nov 18, 05 I have used beer. I was told to let it go flat then use it. It worked great as a rinser, much as vinegar does. It gets out hair sprays and other products that tend to stay in the hair even after several washings. After the beer rinse, I would use my shampoo again, so that if I got pulled over the cop wouldn't think that I had hit the bar and then the road. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top The water in our house has a lot of calcium in it. Could this be damaging my hair, and if so what can I do about it? (100%, 1 rating) submitted by Joe-Speedy ( A- , 89%, 225 ratings), Nov 5, 05 It won't damage your hair but it will make you use a lot of shampoo to keep your hair clean. Rent or purchase a water softening system to replace the Calcium with Sodium. You will use less soap and your hair will be wopnderful. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top I get what I assume are pimples on my scalp, and while washing my hair frequently helps, they still haven't gone away. Why is this, and what might make it go away? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when an answer is posted » Top How do I stop hair thinning in the crown area? Will vitamin B6 help? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when an answer is posted » Top My hair gets really greasy if I don't wash it every day. Is there anything I do about this apart from washing my hair so often? (0 ratings) submitted by KarmaKitty ( A , 95%, 256 ratings), Nov 19, 05 As odd as this might sound, you might actually want to try washing it less. Your scalp might be compensating for your frequent washings by upping the amount of oils it produces to ensure that it doesn't become too dry. Also, if you are using other products such as gels, hairspray, conditioners, etc., you might try stopping them for a while and see what difference that makes. There's also some products that you can use between washings to cut the grease. There are powders and special hairsprays. Quality varies, of course, but you can usually find them at your local pharmacy (like Walgreens, CVS, etc.) in the hair aisle. Finally, if it's really a problem you might consider seeing a dermatologist to see if there's anything medical at the root (no pun intended) of your problem. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top What exactly are phyto-enzymatic proteins, that are claimed to inhibit hair growth? Do they work? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when an answer is posted » Top Are there any home remedies to make my hair a lot less frizzy without making it greasy or burning it up? (0 ratings) submitted by sunblynd ( B , 79%, 141 ratings), Nov 24, 05 Here's a few tips. Stop using blow dryers and hot irons. Stop using shampoo. Yes, I said stop using shampoo. Stop using shampoo anyway. Use Aussie leave in Conditioner daily Use a Tresseme conditioner everyother week. Don't use shampoo for the rest of your life. Use Conditionor in place of shampoo. Do it anyway. Wait three to six months. It takes that long for the natural oils to rebuild. Good luck. This answer is ( useful ¤ somewhat useful ¤ incorrect ¤ offensive/spam ) » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when a new answer is posted » Top My hair is a combination of extremely greasy at the roots and very dry and brittle at the ends. Is there any way to satisfy both? » Add new answer » Add new question » Email me when an answer is posted » Top » Ask a question » Send me updates Important: Answerbag cannot guarantee the accuracy of answers submitted by members, and we recommend that you use common sense when following any advice found here. Full disclaimer User tools » Ask a question » Send me updates » Send to a friend » Show in text format » RSS Feed Glossary No terms submitted yet » Add new term Related Links No links submitted yet » Add new link Answerbag experts on Hair care home remedies 1. manoftheforrest ( A- , 100%, 3 ratings) 2. Mary Siever ( A- , 100%, 2 ratings) 3. saphire ( A- , 100%, 2 ratings) 4. 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Unwanted Facial Hair, Hair Removal Community News & Articles World News Africa Asia Australia Central America Europe Middle East New Zealand North America South America United Kingdom Sports News Basketball Football Soccer Others Entertainment Movies Music Television Internet Articles Internet Design Articles Internet Marketing Tips Search Engine Help Fashion Articles and News Health Articles and News Social and Cultural Issues Women Issues and Articles Weight Loss / Management Business and Industry Science & Technology Environment Finance and Business Home & Family United Nation Search All Categories World News Africa Asia Australia Central America Europe Middle East New Zealand North America South America United Kingdom Sports News Basketball Football Soccer Others Entertainment Movies Music Television Internet Articles Internet Design Articles Internet Marketing Tips Search Engine Help Fashion Articles and News Health Articles and News Social and Cultural Issues Women Issues and Articles Weight Loss / Management Business and Industry Science & Technology Environment Finance and Business Home & Family United Nation Advanced Search Women Issues and Articles Last Updated: Dec 5th, 2005 - 17:35:20 Unwanted Facial Hair, Hair Removal By John Lim Oct 13, 2005, 13:10 Email this article Printer friendly page What Sparked An Obsession With Body and Facial Hair? Find Out More About Unwanted Facial Hair And The Current Hair Removal Craze. More and more women are obsessed with removing unwanted facial hair today. It is no surprise that the women in United Kingdom spend 280 million in the quest of hair removal for silky smooth legs, arms, face and more. But what sparks an obsession with body hair? It is probably because of an unkind remark at a vulnerable stage such as early adolescence that may have triggered a preoccupation with a particular feature such as removing unwanted facial hair. Some 30% of women and 12-15% of men are overly concerned with some aspect of their appearance, although an obsession with unwanted facial hair and body hair is fairly uncommon. Although the current hair removal craze dates back to the 20th century, women and men have been removing body and facial hair throughout history. In fact, today's fashionable techniques for removing unwanted facial hair - waxing, sugaring or threading - were used by Egyptian and Middle-Eastern women thousands of years ago. Other techniques of removing unwanted facial hair, such as shaving with razors, plucking with tweezers and using depilatory creams, date back just as far, if not further. Hair removal methods have stayed basically the same for centuries, but the body parts involved have changed. Today's trend for smooth legs and armpits started with one of the earlier editions of Harper's Bazaar magazine. It featured a model wearing a sleeveless evening gown - with hairless armpits. The hair removal craze was also aided by the Wilkinson Sword Company who ran an ad campaign in the 1920s to persuade women that underarm hair was unhygienic and unfeminine. As hemlines rose above the ankles, women in many Western countries started shaving their legs. During the Second World War, a shortage of silk stockings led to the leg hair removal trend. Recently, there's been the fascination with below-the-belt hair removal, with the 'Brazilian Wax' and the 'Hollywood' feted by a slew of celebrities. The history of hair removal is essentially about fashion. But when is unwanted facial hair and body hair a medical problem? Consult your doctor if you have a sudden increase in body or facial hair, or if your periods are infrequent or your voice has become deeper. The doctor may recommend you to lose weight. This reduces the amount of hormones in your body that cause increased hair growth. If the problem is severe, the doctor may prescribe hormonally based drugs designed to help rebalance levels of androgens. Such drugs usually take three to six months to work. Although they can reduce the amount of new hair growth, it does not usually change the amount of existing unwanted facial hair. There is also a cream-based medication which can slow unwanted facial hair growth. It can start to work within four to eight weeks although it may take longer. Always refer to your doctor before using any form of medication. About the Author Suffering from unwanted facial hair? Discover how you can remove facial hair effortlessly and effectively at http://www.threading-hair-removal.com . Top of Page Post an instant comment or a suggestion to the above article or news Note: You can use the above link to form a new discussion forum, place your opinion and discuss events, politics, articles, environment, fashion, health, internet, search engines, marketing, movies, music, religion and any other topic. 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Help! It's Hair Loss! -- -- KidsHealth > Kids > Kids' Health Problems > Skin >Help! It's Hair Loss! Every day, you lose about 50 to 100 hairs. You've seen them. They swirl down the drain in the tub or get stuck on the back of your sweater. Or, worst of all, one might get in your mouth. Gross. Normally, when hair falls out, new hairs start forming in the same place as the old ones. But when someone has hair loss, the hairs don't grow back. Or they do grow, but there aren't enough of them to take the place of what's already fallen out. This often happens to men, who start to go bald as they get older. But anyone can have hair loss, even kids. The medical name for hair loss is alopecia (say: ah-luh- pee -shuh). The Hair-y Story Every hair on your head is made of keratin (say: kair -uh-tin), the same protein that makes up your nails . Hairs grow from follicles (say: fah -lih-kulz), which are very tiny holes deep in your skin. Each follicle contains a hair root, the part of the hair that is alive and growing. The part of the hair you can see, the part above the skin, is dead. (That's why it doesn't hurt to get a haircut!) This part is called the hair shaft , and it's the part of your hair that can get long. Most kids' hair grows about half an inch (2 centimeters) a month. About 85 out of 100 hairs on your head are growing (the anagen phase) at any time. When a hair is done growing it goes into its resting (telogen) phase and eventually falls out. Usually, 15 out of 100 hairs on your head are in the resting phase. What Causes Hair Loss? Men, especially older men, are the ones who are most likely to lose their hair. This kind of hair loss is called androgenetic (say: an-dro-jeh- neh -tik) alopecia , also known as male-pattern baldness. It's the most common type of hair loss and it doesn't affect kids. This type of baldness runs in families and happens when people get older. So why do some kids lose their hair? A kid's hair may fall out if he or she uses harsh chemicals to dye, bleach, straighten, or perm their hair. Even drying hair with very high heat can hurt it and cause it to fall out. Too-tight braids, ponytails, and barrettes can also make hair hit the road. Hair also can be lost if a person combs or brushes the hair too hard, especially when it's wet. Here are some other causes of hair loss: Telogen effluvium (say: teh -luh-jen eh- flu -vee-um). This means that more hairs than usual are in the resting phase and fall out more easily. As a result, you lose more hair than usual. You might notice more hair on your brush or a big clump of hair in the drain after you shower. A fever, stress, or surgery can cause this change in your hair. The good news is that you are not going bald and your hair will be back to normal within 6 months. Ringworm. Kids who have a fungus called ringworm on their scalp might lose their hair. This infection causes the hairs to break close to the scalp. Alopecia areata (say: ar-ee- at -uh). In this condition, round patches of hair completely fall out. No one knows exactly what causes alopecia areata, but it looks like the body's own immune system attacks the hair follicles. It also runs in some families. In 95 out of 100 cases of alopecia areata, the hair grows back completely. Trichotillomania (say: trik-oh-til-oh- may -nee-uh). This is the fancy name for the habit of pulling and twisting your own hair. Some kids may pull their hair because they are stressed out or anxious about something. Hair will grow back when it's not being pulled, but some kids find it hard to stop. For these kids, the doctor can recommend treatment. Hormone problems. If your thyroid gland isn't working right, it can also cause hair loss. (The thyroid gland sits in the front of the lower neck and makes important hormones that keep the body healthy.) Severe problems with nutrition also can result in unhealthy hair that falls out or breaks easily. Cancer treatment. Most people think about cancer when they see a kid who is bald. Cancer does not cause hair to fall out, but the powerful drugs and treatments used to kill cancer cells ( chemotherapy and radiation ) kill the cells that make hair grow, too. A kid getting chemotherapy may lose a lot of hair quickly, but the hair will grow back when the treatment is stopped. What Will the Doctor Do? If you think you're having some hair loss, talk with your doctor. Your doctor might look at a few strands of your hair under a microscope. This will give the doctor a better look at what's going on to help decide what to do next. For a fungal infection (ringworm), the doctor will probably prescribe some medicine to treat it. Or if you are taking a medication that can cause hair loss, the doctor might stop it or prescribe something different. If the doctor thinks that an illness is causing the hair loss, you might need more tests. Coping With Hair Loss In some cases, it can take a while for hair to grow back on its own - especially if a kid has alopecia areata or is getting chemotherapy. Being bald can be upsetting and scary. Some kids wear wigs or hair extensions while they wait for their own hair to return. Others feel more comfortable just wearing a baseball cap, bandanna, or scarf. It's always tough to be different, especially in a way that's easy for people to notice. Friends and classmates can make all the difference to someone who's dealing with hair loss. They can tease the person and make him or her feel even worse. Or they can support the person, be kind, and remember that a person is more than just his or her hair. Some kids have really gone the extra mile for a friend who had hair loss due to cancer treatment. How? They decided to shave their heads, too, so their friend wouldn't be the only one. What a bald and beautiful thing to do! Reviewed by: Patrice Hyde, MD Date reviewed: March 2005 Printer -friendly version Email this article to a friend Send email to us About Us / Contact Us / Partners / Editorial Policy / Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Note: All information on KidsHealth is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor. ©1995-2005 The Nemours Foundation. All rights reserved.