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NYC, NJ & FL Laser Hair Removal - Boca Raton Laser Hair Removal - New Jersey Laser Hair Removal - New York City Laser Hair Removal - Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of New York & New Jersey is a world leader in Cosmetic Laser, Cosmetic Dermatology and Skin Cancer Treatments. Dr. David J. Goldberg has dermatology centers in New Jersey & Manhattan, New York City. Laser Hair Removal Fraxel™ Laser Skin Resurfacing Laser Skin Rejuvenation Laser Vein Treatments Laser Acne Treatments Thermage ThermaCool® and Titan® Skin Tightening Melasma, Age Spot & Tattoo Removal Vitiligo, Chronic Psoriasis Stretch Mark Treatments Cellulite Treatment What Is Laser Hair Removal ? Imagine a world with no more razors, waxing or painful electrolysis! Dr. David Goldberg and Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of New York & New Jersey are proud to offer the latest state-of-the-art technology with this exciting new treatment. Laser hair removal offers patients a safe, fast and effective alternative to deal with unwanted hair. Find out today how you can benefit from this new and exciting technology. How Does Laser Hair Removal Work? Lasers work by emitting a specialized light that is passed through the skin and preferentially absorbed by its target, be it an unwanted blood vessel, birthmark, tattoo or in this case, hair. The laser used in hair removal targets the melanin, or color, in the hair follicle, damaging the follicle and removing the hair. Who Is A Candidate For Laser Hair Removal? The lasers used at Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of New York & New Jersey offer our patients the most versatile laser hair removal options on the market today. Because we offer several different lasers at our center, we can treat the widest variety of skin tones and a wide range of hair colors. Dr. Goldberg and his friendly staff will be happy to set up a consultation with you to ensure that you are a candidate for this exciting procedure. What Areas of the Body Can Be Treated With Laser Hair Removal? Laser hair removal is safe enough to be used on all body parts including the face, back, underarms, bikini line, legs and arms. What Can I Expect With The Procedure? Most people describe laser hair removal as feeling prickly or like a light rubber band snap. You may not need any type of anesthesia for your treatments. You should plan on wearing clothing that will allow easy access to the area being treated. Laser hair removal works best when the hair is 1 to 2 mm in length. No specific care is needed after the treatment. What Laser Is The Best Option? We are proud to offer every available method of laser/light hair removal on the market today. This allows us to treat the widest variety of patients and situations. Each option performs best for different types of patients and needs. Dr. Goldberg will help you decide on the laser that is best for you. Is The Procedure Permanent? All options for laser hair removal offer a varying degree of permanence, from permanent hair reduction to more of a "laser waxing," or temporary hair removal. How Many Treatments Do I Need? Hair grows in a cycle that spans 6 to 12 weeks. This is the amount of time that it takes hair to grow from the base of the follicle to the surface of the skin. Because hair does grow in these cycles, only a portion of your hair is being treated in the proper state with each laser treatment. Initially, it is recommended that you undergo a series of four to eight treatments at four to eight week intervals to treat all the hair. These treatments will be followed up by a period of evaluation to determine how much hair will regrow and how fast the hair will return. This can be followed up with periodic "touch-up" visits. Are There Any Risks? Laser hair removal has the benefit of being quick, safe and effective. It is unusual to develop any complications from this treatment. The doctor will be happy to discuss with you any risks involved in laser surgery. How Do I Get Started? Dr. Goldberg and his staff will be happy to discuss your hair removal options. Please feel free to call for a private consultation or Schedule an appointment online @ one of our offices.

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FDA/CFSAN - Cosmetics--Hair, From Personal Statement to Personal Problem U. S. Food and Drug Administration FDA Consumer December 1991 HAIR! From Personal Statement to Personal Problem by Devera Pine From the shaved heads of medieval monks, to the long-haired hippies of the '60s, to the spiked hairdos of today's punkrockers, hair has always made a personal statement. "It's one of the leading ways people can establish their individuality and express their style," says Jerome Shupack,M.D., professor of clinical dermatology at New York University Medical Center in New York City. "Hair has had sociologicalimportance throughout the ages." Because of its importance, anything that happens to our hair that we can't control--falling out or turning gray, forinstance--can be the source of much anxiety. In the United States, some 35 million men are losing or have lost their hair from male-pattern baldness, according to theAmerican Hair Loss Council. Approximately 20 million women have experienced a similar loss of hair (from female-patternhair loss), and an estimated 2.5 million Americans have lost their hair due to other causes. THE BASICS Hair is produced by hair follicles--indentations of the epidermis (outer skin layer) that contain the hair root, themuscle attached to it, and sebaceous, or oil, glands. Hair is made up of dead cells filled with proteins, most of whichare known as keratins. The cells are woven together like a rope to form the hair fiber. The hair fiber, in turn, hasthree layers: the outer cuticle with its fish-scale-like structure; the cortex, which contains the bulk of the fiber;and the center, or medulla. Hair color is determined by melanocytes, cells that produce pigment. When these cells stopproducing pigment, hair turns gray. Although it seems as if the hair on your head is always growing, hair actually has active and rest phases. The growthphase, known as anagen, lasts for two to six years. At any given time, about 90 percent of scalp hair is in the growthstage. The remainder is in the rest phase, known as telogen; this lasts from two to three months. Once the rest phase is over, the hair strand falls out and a new one begins to grow. As a result, it's considered normalto lose from 20 to 100 hairs a day, says Diana Bihova, M.D., a dermatologist in private practice in New York City. Onlya change in your regular pattern of loss is considered abnormal--but many things, including genetic factors, diet, stress,and medications, can change that pattern. BALDNESS: MANIFEST DESTINY? The most common cause of hair loss in both men and women is rooted in a genetic predisposition. Called androgenicalopecia, it is known as male-pattern baldness in men and female-pattern hair loss in women (alopecia is the scientificterm for baldness). According to the American Hair Loss Council, genetics accounts for 95 percent of all cases of hairloss in this country. Baldness results from a combination of genetic factors and levels of testosterone (a hormone produced by the adrenalgland in both sexes and also by the testes in men). If hormone levels are right, then the hair follicles will expresstheir genetic destiny by growing for shorter periods and producing finer hairs. In men, who have higher levels oftestosterone than women, this eventually results in a bald scalp at the crown of the head and a horseshoe-shaped fringeof hair remaining on the sides. In women, the hair thins all over the scalp; the hairline does not recede. This typeof hair loss doesn't usually show up in women until menopause; until then, estrogen tends to counteract the effects oftestosterone. ONE APPROVED DRUG (See updated information below) The only drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat pattern baldness or hair loss is minoxidil topicalsolution (Rogaine), which is rubbed into the scalp. Originally approved for hereditary male-pattern baldness in 1988, itwas also approved for treating female-pattern hair loss in August 1991. However, it should not be used by pregnant ornursing women. In his dermatological practice, Arthur P. Bertolino, M.D., Ph.D., director of the hair consultation unit at New YorkUniversity, says that this lotion helps hair grow in 10 to 14 percent of the people who try it. He estimates thatapproximately 90 percent of the time, Rogaine at least slows down hair loss. (Minoxidil is also available in tablet formto treat severe high blood pressure. Oral minoxidil has a potential for serious side effects and is not approved to treatbaldness.) No one is certain yet just how topical minoxidil works to promote hair growth. "One theory is that it dilates the bloodvessels, so it may stimulate nourishment of follicles," says Bihova. Alternatively, Rogaine may convert tiny hairfollicles that produce peach fuzz into large hair follicles that produce normal-size hairs. Again, no one knows for sure. What is certain is that, at least in men, Rogaine works better on patients who fit a certain profile: they've generallybeen bald for less than ten years, have bald spots on top of the head that are less than four inches in diameter, andthey still have fine hairs in their balding areas. "The process begins very early," says Bihova. "I see 19-, 20-year-oldmales who have it." The most common side effects with this medication are itching and skin irritation. Also, according to Bertolino, once youstop using it, any hair that grew as a result will fall out. Finally, the drug is expensive: in 1990, it cost about $600a year to use it twice a day. TRANSPLANTS Baldness can also be treated with hair transplants, in which plugs of "donor" follicles from the patient's scalp areused to fill the hairline. Although hair transplants work well in both men and women, the treatment tends to have a moredramatic effect on appearance in men with bald spots than it does on women with thinning hair. "The less hair you have, the more drama in the change," says Robert Auerbach, M.D., associate professor of clinicaldermatology at New York University School of Medicine. However, the American Hair Loss Council warns against attemptingto replace lost hair with hair pieces sutured to the scalp. FDA has not approved any products specifically intended forthis purpose, however, this does not preclude a physician from using sutures, which are approved devices, for thispurpose. According to the council, although the procedure is legal, it can result in scars, infections and evenbrain abscesses. Another treatment for male-pattern baldness, hair implants made of high-density artificial fibers surgically implanted inthe scalp, was banned by the FDA in 1984 because it causes infection. This is the only device FDA has ever banned. PRODUCTS THAT DON'T WORK So-called "thinning hair supplements," "hair farming products" and "vasodilators" for the scalp will not promote hairgrowth, says Mike Mahoney, a spokesperson for the American Hair Loss Council. Thinning hair supplements are nothing more than hair conditioners that temporarily make your hair feel or look a littlethicker. The main ingredient in these products--polysorbate--is also found in many shampoos. Promotional materials forhair farming products claim that they will release hairs that are "trapped" in a bald scalp. Mahoney says these products,many of which are herbal preparations, can do no such thing. And so-called vasodilators do not increase the blood supplyto the scalp and do not promote hairgrowth. EVERYDAY HAZARDS While male- and female-pattern baldness results in permanent hair loss, other factors can cause temporary loss of hair.For instance, the drop in the level of estrogen at the end of pregnancy can cause a woman's hair to shed more readily.Two or three months after a woman stops taking birth control pills, she may experience the same effect, since birthcontrol pills produce hormone changes that mimic pregnancy. A major physical stress, such as surgery, or a majoremotional stress--positive or negative--can cause hair loss. "I've seen women start losing their hair before getting married," says Bihova. Even jet lag can have a similar effect. In most of these cases, the hormonal imbalance or stressful situation will correct itself, and the scalp will soon begingrowing hair again. But, says Bihova, since most women are extremely upset by even a temporary hair loss, manydermatologists treat these conditions with either topical steroid preparations or localized injections of low doses ofsteroids. Bihova emphasizes that these are local, not systemic, injections of steroids, therefore, the shots do not havethe same risk of dangerous side effects as systemic steroids. However, only a board-certified dermatologist shouldadminister this treatment, she says. The list of causes of temporary hair loss goes on: pressure on the scalp from wigs or hairdos that pull too tightly cancause it. A fever of 103 degrees Fahrenheit or more often causes hair loss six weeks to three months later. And somemedications can cause a temporary loss. These include vitamin A derivatives such as Accutane, cough medicines withiodides, anti-ulcer drugs, some antibiotics, beta blockers, antidepressants and amphetamines, anti-arthritis drugs, bloodthinners, some cholesterol-lowering agents, aspirin taken over long periods, some thyroid medications, and chemotherapy. YOU HAIR WHAT YOU EAT? Although nutrition does play a role in hair loss and in the overall health of your hair, only extreme nutritionaldeficiencies or excesses will cause hair loss. For instance, people with anorexia and bulimia may temporarily lose hair.So will others suffering from malnutrition. "It's pretty rare in the United States," says Bertolino. "If someone was on a real strange, restrictive diet, it couldhappen to them." Megadoses of some vitamins--particularly A and E--and an iron deficiency may lead to hair loss. People who claim they candetermine which vitamins are lacking in your diet by analyzing your hair, however, are not speaking from a scientificallysound basis. The test used with this type of hair analysis--atomic absorption spectrophotometry--is a legitimateanalytical chemistry method; however, used on hair, the results of this test do not correlate with nutritional status,says Shupack. "Because of the sociological importance of hair, a lot of people try to cash in on it," he says. "Hairanalysis is all witchcraft as far as I'm concerned." There are, however, a few legitimate hair tests for substances such as arsenic and lead. FOR BEAUTY'S SAKE Every time you shampoo, blow dry, perm, straighten or dye your hair, you damage it slightly, says Bertolino. For the mostpart, hair can withstand this type of treatment. But overzealous beautifying can damage the hair fiber, resulting in manybroken strands, and a frizzy, split-end look. For instance, if you bleach your hair and then have a bunch of perms donein a short time, you're heading for trouble. Misuse of hair cosmetics can cause the hair to break as it comes out of the scalp, says Frances Storrs, M.D., professor ofdermatology at the Oregon Health Sciences University. Permanent wave solutions break the bonds that hold hair togetherand then reform them. But with a perm that is not diluted right or not rinsed off properly, for instance, those bonds maynot re-form and the hair would soon fall out as a result. Fortunately, most professional hair dressers know how to useperms correctly, says Storrs. Most hair dyes are not as irritating as permanent solutions, mostly because they do not break the bonds between hairfibers and are therefore not likely to cause a hair loss, she says. However, a severe allergic reaction to hair dye couldcause hair loss. "The allergy is pretty common, actually," says Storrs. Permanent solutions can also cause allergicreactions, though that's a rare side effect. Other beauty-related manipulations of the hair can cause problems, too: hot irons, corn rows and braids may bring ontemporary or permanent hair loss. If the hair breaks often enough, the follicles may eventually not be able to producenormal hair, says Bihova. "If someone has a problem with thinning and excessive loss, we advise being gentle," she says."Don't use rollers; don't use blow dryers on a hot setting; don't wear tight hair styles." Rough shampooing may accelerateany loss, though it's usually not a problem in people with healthy hair. THE MEDICAL SIDE Some hair loss is the result of a type of immune disorder known as alopecia areata--some 2.5 million people suffer fromthis condition in which antibodies attack the hair follicle, causing the hair to fall out. Alopecia areata often causessmall, oval or circular areas of hair loss. However, in some forms of the condition, all the scalp hair falls out; inother forms, all body hair is lost. Although the loss is usually temporary, the condition can recur. Treatments includetopical steroids or the use of chemicals to produce an allergic reaction to start the hair growing again. Finally, chronic, systemic conditions--including one form of lupus, abnormal kidney and liver function, and hypothyroidismor hyperthyroidism--can affect the hair. If you're experiencing hair loss, see a doctor. He or she will want to order somebasic blood tests to rule out any medical cause of the condition. Devera Pine is a freelance writer in New York City who frequently writes about health and science. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Public Health Service, Food and Drug Administration Office of Public Affairs, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857 For an update on this subject, please refer to the FDA Talk Paper," FDA Approves Finasteride to Treat Male Pattern Hair Lossin Men " (December 22, 1997). Cosmetics Foods Home | FDA Home | Search/Subject Index | Disclaimers & Privacy Policy Hypertext updated by dav/dms 2001-MAY-25

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Hair Cut Franchise, The Top Franchise for Men's Haircuts For more information on franchise opportunities please call888-952-2130 or email us at Sport Clips Hair Cut Franchise You’re looking for a business that is recession proof, simple and profitable. You’ll be hard pressed to find a better example of all three than the hair salon business. With renewed emphasis on professionalism, more people visit hair salons ever, and this trend is expected to continue. Women alone are projected to account for 100 million more visits in the year 2005. Hair salons touch many areas of people’s lives, credited with everything from boosting one's confidence, relieving stress, and facilitating social interaction. Most importantly the need for a good quality haircut never goes away, and for men, that haircut has to take place every 4 to 6 weeks - at a hair salon. The hair cut business is simple on many levels. Low inventory. No receivables – this is an all cash business. No expensive equipment to maintain. No complex ongoing updates beyond what you need to keep a fresh and energized store – that is the hair salon business. The bottom line is if you have a good business model and an expert staff, customer loyalty and consistent revenue will follow as steadily as hair growth itself! Sport Clips has broken through the usual limitations of the hair cut franchise business . We have taken what one segment of the market sees as a commodity – a haircut – and transformed it into an experience without equal in the market. At Sport Clips franchises, the focus is solidly on the men and boys market with an environment and hair cutting system that delivers the best experience in the business. Why focus on half the population? Because no one else is! The opportunity with men and boys is more than just creating another option in a crowded market – it’s the creation of the ONLY option for a market that has been completely sidelined despite the growth of other chains. While other national chains are focused on competing on price, Sport Clips franchises compete on service and experience – one that is well worth paying an extra dollar or two. Sport Clips are sports-themed, high energy stores where the stylists wear windsuits and tennis shoes, where the “big game” is always on in surround sound and playing on big screen TVs. Since we are catering to men and boys we are free of the risky business of perms and hair dyes – as well as the smell and inventory cost of those products! It’s guys, haircuts and sports. It just doesn’t get more straight forward than the Sport Clips franchise model. When you sign up to be on the Sport Clips franchise team, you’ve made the decision to be a winner. We’ve built a business on the foundation of timeless values: we believe in doing what’s right, doing your best and treating others the way you want to be treated. Our top management team brings to bear over 50 years combined experience in the hair salon business to make each and every one of our franchises a success. While we maintain ownership in one market to continue to test new ideas and remain in touch with front line consumers, our focus is upon developing the rapidly expanding network of Sport Clips franchises around the country. We provide assistance at every step of the way. From real estate to lease negotiations, products to advertising, we work with all of our franchise owners to ensure that our tried-and-true business model is appropriately adapted to the needs of your region. Congratulations. You have already made the right choice in deciding to open a hair cut franchise. Now you need only consider who will give you a targeted market, a fun and energized atmosphere, with out the hassles of full service salons that have to maintain a wide range of capabilities. Step up to the line and take your shot with Sport Clips! Contact one of our representatives today to learn more about how to open a Sport Clips franchise in your area. Our professional staff will be happy to answer any questions you might have about our unique hair salon business model, and how we can put it to work for you. Toll Free: 1-800-872-4247 Email: Home | Find a Store | Franchising | Stylists | About Us | Contact Us | Site Map © 2003 Sport Clips Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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HAIRPOLICE international TOUR San Fran // February 10 - 14 Los Angeles // January 4 - 7 | February 16 - 18 New York City // February 18 - 20 HAIRPOLICE.COM Welcome to our newly redesigned website! Here are a few new things to check out: Sonia's Page History Page New Look / New Layout Updated Forum New Services Photos Updated Photo Gallery... 879 Full Sized Photos! Several Updated Products on our Yahoo Store Free Stuff Page ... And more on the way! New Photos in the Online Albums... Who are we? Our salon is located in Minneapolis, MN . We specialize in hair extensions and dreadlocks , but we also do great cuts and colors . Because our method of extensions and dreads is so unique, we travel to New York City , and San Francisco every 2 months to do clients that can't get to our salon. We travel to Los Angeles every month. We also teach classes in our method of dreads and extensions to licensed stylists. We teach at our salon in Minneapolis. We have affiliates around the world that have been trained by Hairpolice. We also distribute excellent quality synthetic hair ( Trimco Xtension Hair Filament ). Browse the site for more information, or send us an email at hair.police@pclink.com For More Information in general, Email us @ hair.police@pclink.com 2006 TOUR LOCATION HOME SONIA PAGE HISTORY SERVICES DREADPERM SYNTH DREADLOCKS HUMAN HAIR SYNTH EXTENTIONS BRAIDS DREAD MAINTENANCE CUTS AND COLORS UP DOS CLASSES APPOINTMENTS CONTACT ONLINE STORE NEWS PHOTOS LINKS ABOUT HAIRPOLICE FORUM FREE STUFF © Hairpolice and Hairpolice.com, All Rights Reserved, 2005 Hairpolice Minneapolis | 612.824.1641 Hairpolice International | 612.825.6522 essentialev.com teriharriet.com

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Group III, D.C., Ph.D, N.D.,CCN Learning about hair loss is good in that it helps us to combat the problem of male or female pattern baldness. With knowledge also comes responsibility. This includes lifestyle changes. There are steps that you can take to stop hair loss and keep your hair healthy and beautiful. Here are some free hair care tips than you can use to help stop hair loss and keep your existing hair healthy and looking great. Print these out and keep them handy for reference. Please don't take these tips lightly. They are very important and, best of all, they are free. The only thing they require is your time and commitment. Tips Massage your scalp with your fingertips (not your nails) daily to stimulate and promote circulation to your scalp and reduce excess fallout. Comb or brush your hair and scalp gently with about 100 - 200 strokes in the morning and at night. This helps break up hardened oils (sebum) that are clogging your hair follicles. Doing this alone has produced new hair growth. When using blow dryers, always keep the heat a good distance from your scalp and hair. Avoid heating the scalp and hair excessively. Excessive heat will increase hair loss, and excess fallout. Consider putting an EMF device on your hair dryer. Avoid getting hair creams, lotions, styling gels and sprays directly on the scalp as they will clog your hair follicles. Use a light hold spray if you must. After swimming in a pool, shampoo your hair as soon as possible to remove any chlorine residue. Chlorine is extremely damaging to the hair and scalp. Avoid over-exposing your hair and scalp to the wind and sun. Good hair care over a long period really makes a difference! Avoid tight hats and caps as they contribute to poor circulation, depriving the hair of proper nutrition and stunting new hair growth. The sweat, dirt and grime around the rim inhibit follicle health and contribute to build-up. Always consult your health care provider for extreme causes of excess fallout and thinning. A medical condition or medication could be causing hair loss side-effects. Strive for balance and harmony in both your personal and professional lifestyle. High stress factors can cause your body to react by fluctuating hormone levels. This in turn causes excessive oil secretion (sebum) which results in hair loss. Pregnancy, nursing, menopause, and even birth control medication can cause constant changing factors on your nutritional needs and hormonal levels which contribute to hair loss and excess fallout. Avoid "crash and fad" diets. Proper nutritious meals along with vitamin and mineral supplements are a key factor for healthy hair and skin. Maximize your hair health by choosing all-natural, organic hair care products. Good hair care starts with awareness. These hair care tips, if followed consistently, will reduce excess fallout, hair loss, and promote new hair growth. Also consider chemicals and other applications that are applied to the hair. We all know that women use hair relaxers and hair dyes. When it comes to using such products the FDA encourages consumers to understand the risks that come with using hair chemicals, and to be careful in how they handle and use such products. Both lye and non-lye relaxers contain ingredients that work by breaking away chemicals within the hair, and can burn the scalp if used incorrectly. Lye relaxers contain sodium hydroxide as the active ingredient. Non-lye relaxers have a combination of calcium hydroxide and guanidine carbonate, which mixed together produce guanidine hydroxide. Recent research has proven that this combination in non-lye relaxers results in less scalp irritation than lye relaxers, but you still have to apply the same safety rules for both. They should be used properly, left on no longer than the prescribed time, carefully washed out with neutralizing shampoo, and followed up with regular conditioning. For those who decide to straighten their own hair, it's wise to get help simply because you can't see what you are doing with regard to the top and back of your hair. Without proper application, you could damage that part of the hair. Some stylists recommend applying a layer of petroleum jelly on the scalp before applying a relaxer because it creates a protective barrier for the skin. Scratching, brushing, and combing can make the scalp more susceptible to chemical damage and should be avoided right before using a relaxer. Parents should be especially cautious when applying chemicals to children's hair and should keep relaxers out of children's reach. Consumers should be aware that applying more than one type of chemical treatment, such as coloring hair one week and then relaxing it the next can increase the risk of hair damage. As with hair relaxers, some consumers have reported hair loss, burning, redness, and irritation from hair dyes. Allergic reactions to dyes include itching, swelling of the face, and even difficulty breathing. Coal tar hair dye ingredients are known to cause allergic reactions in some people. Synthetic organic chemicals, including hair dyes and other color additives, were originally manufactured from coal tar, but today manufacturers primarily use materials derived from petroleum. The use of the term "coal tar" continues because historically that language has been incorporated into the law and regulations. The law does not require that coal tar hair dyes be approved by FDA, as is required for other uses of color additives. In addition, the law does not allow FDA to take action against coal tar hair dyes that are shown to be harmful, if the product is labeled with the prescribed caution statement indicating that the product may cause irritation in certain individuals, that a patch test for skin sensitivity should be done, and that the product must not be used for dyeing the eyelashes or eyebrows. The patch test involves putting a dab of hair dye behind the ear or inside the elbow, leaving it there for two days, and looking for itching, burning, redness, or other reactions. When using all hair chemicals, it's critical to keep them away from children to prevent ingestion and other accidents, and to follow product directions carefully. It sounds basic, but some people don't do it. If it says leave on hair for five minutes, seven minutes doesn't make it better. Avoiding hair loss is an important consideration for men and women. If proper steps are taken to avoid using products that can damage hair and promote hair loss, and focus your attention on using treatments and procedures that promote healthy hair is what will benefit you and your hair everyday. Hair Loss Remedy by Edward F. Group III, D.C., Ph.D, N.D.,CCN Learning about hair loss is good in that it helps us to combat the problem of male or female pattern baldness. With knowledge also comes responsibility. This includes lifestyle changes. There are steps that you can take to stop hair loss and keep your hair healthy and beautiful. Here are some free hair care tips than you can use to help stop hair loss and keep your existing hair healthy and looking great. Print these out and keep them handy for reference. Please don't take these tips lightly. They are very important and, best of all, they are free. The only thing they require is your time and commitment. Tips Massage your scalp with your fingertips (not your nails) daily to stimulate and promote circulation to your scalp and reduce excess fallout. Comb or brush your hair and scalp gently with about 100 - 200 strokes in the morning and at night. This helps break up hardened oils (sebum) that are clogging your hair follicles. Doing this alone has produced new hair growth. When using blow dryers, always keep the heat a good distance from your scalp and hair. Avoid heating the scalp and hair excessively. Excessive heat will increase hair loss, and excess fallout. Consider putting an EMF device on your hair dryer. Avoid getting hair creams, lotions, styling gels and sprays directly on the scalp as they will clog your hair follicles. Use a light hold spray if you must. After swimming in a pool, shampoo your hair as soon as possible to remove any chlorine residue. Chlorine is extremely damaging to the hair and scalp. Avoid over-exposing your hair and scalp to the wind and sun. Good hair care over a long period really makes a difference! Avoid tight hats and caps as they contribute to poor circulation, depriving the hair of proper nutrition and stunting new hair growth. The sweat, dirt and grime around the rim inhibit follicle health and contribute to build-up. Always consult your health care provider for extreme causes of excess fallout and thinning. A medical condition or medication could be causing hair loss side-effects. Strive for balance and harmony in both your personal and professional lifestyle. High stress factors can cause your body to react by fluctuating hormone levels. This in turn causes excessive oil secretion (sebum) which results in hair loss. Pregnancy, nursing, menopause, and even birth control medication can cause constant changing factors on your nutritional needs and hormonal levels which contribute to hair loss and excess fallout. Avoid "crash and fad" diets. Proper nutritious meals along with vitamin and mineral supplements are a key factor for healthy hair and skin. Maximize your hair health by choosing all-natural, organic hair care products. Good hair care starts with awareness. These hair care tips, if followed consistently, will reduce excess fallout, hair loss, and promote new hair growth. Also consider chemicals and other applications that are applied to the hair. We all know that women use hair relaxers and hair dyes. When it comes to using such products the FDA encourages consumers to understand the risks that come with using hair chemicals, and to be careful in how they handle and use such products. Both lye and non-lye relaxers contain ingredients that work by breaking away chemicals within the hair, and can burn the scalp if used incorrectly. Lye relaxers contain sodium hydroxide as the active ingredient. Non-lye relaxers have a combination of calcium hydroxide and guanidine carbonate, which mixed together produce guanidine hydroxide. Recent research has proven that this combination in non-lye relaxers results in less scalp irritation than lye relaxers, but you still have to apply the same safety rules for both. They should be used properly, left on no longer than the prescribed time, carefully washed out with neutralizing shampoo, and followed up with regular conditioning. For those who decide to straighten their own hair, it's wise to get help simply because you can't see what you are doing with regard to the top and back of your hair. Without proper application, you could damage that part of the hair. Some stylists recommend applying a layer of petroleum jelly on the scalp before applying a relaxer because it creates a protective barrier for the skin. Scratching, brushing, and combing can make the scalp more susceptible to chemical damage and should be avoided right before using a relaxer. Parents should be especially cautious when applying chemicals to children's hair and should keep relaxers out of children's reach. Consumers should be aware that applying more than one type of chemical treatment, such as coloring hair one week and then relaxing it the next can increase the risk of hair damage. As with hair relaxers, some consumers have reported hair loss, burning, redness, and irritation from hair dyes. Allergic reactions to dyes include itching, swelling of the face, and even difficulty breathing. Coal tar hair dye ingredients are known to cause allergic reactions in some people. Synthetic organic chemicals, including hair dyes and other color additives, were originally manufactured from coal tar, but today manufacturers primarily use materials derived from petroleum. The use of the term "coal tar" continues because historically that language has been incorporated into the law and regulations. The law does not require that coal tar hair dyes be approved by FDA, as is required for other uses of color additives. In addition, the law does not allow FDA to take action against coal tar hair dyes that are shown to be harmful, if the product is labeled with the prescribed caution statement indicating that the product may cause irritation in certain individuals, that a patch test for skin sensitivity should be done, and that the product must not be used for dyeing the eyelashes or eyebrows. The patch test involves putting a dab of hair dye behind the ear or inside the elbow, leaving it there for two days, and looking for itching, burning, redness, or other reactions. When using all hair chemicals, it's critical to keep them away from children to prevent ingestion and other accidents, and to follow product directions carefully. It sounds basic, but some people don't do it. If it says leave on hair for five minutes, seven minutes doesn't make it better. Avoiding hair loss is an important consideration for men and women. If proper steps are taken to avoid using products that can damage hair and promote hair loss, and focus your attention on using treatments and procedures that promote healthy hair is what will benefit you and your hair everyday. -- //-- Site Map | Health Products | Articles | Newsletters | Seminars | Resources | Privacy Policy | Contact Us | News DISCLAIMER: The statements enclosed herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The products and information mentioned on this site are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Information and statements made are for education purposes and are not intended to replace the advice of your treating doctor. Global Healing Center does not dispense medical advice, prescribe, or diagnose illness. 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