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Toronto Laser Hair Removal Toronto Canada Clinics Need to be found on the Web? Contact Us for: Search Engine Opitimization SEO Web Marketing or a web page here HOME | CONDOS | COSMETIC MEDICINE | SERVICES | SEO HTML Tutorial | CULTURE SHOPPING | CUSTOM | PHOTOGRAPHY | ARTISTS | MUSIC | REAL ESTATE | TRAVEL Baywood Clinic Toronto: Laser, Vein & Cosmetic Medicine 1033 Bay Street Suite 201 Bay & Bloor Toronto, Ontario, Canada 416 515 0007 info@baywoodclinic.com Laser Hair Removal Toronto Canada The Doctors at the Baywood Clinic are Toronto's experts at laser hair removal. The clinic performs thousands of procedures each and every year, and our lasers are the "gold standard" of care, and are used in many University Teaching Hospitals. Imagine having smooth, hair-free skin without shaving, waxing, plucking, or bleaching! Using the latest laser technology, the GentleLase Plus and the GentleYag, we offer safe, fast, effective treatments for both men and women. What are the Candela GentleLase andGentle Yag lasers and why is it a safe treatment? These lasers, are revolutionary long-pulse high energy alexandrite and ND-Yag lasers, which emit a gentle beam of light that passes through the skin to the hair follicle where it is absorbed. The laser energy is transformed into heat, which destroys the hair follicle leaving the surrounding skin unaffected. The skin is further protected during treatment by a Dynamic Cooling Device where cryogen is sprayed onto the skin cooling the upper layers and providing patients with increased comfort. The system safely, permanently removes unwanted body hair without damaging the delicate pores and structures of the skin. Facial and bikini areas are usually completed in under ten minutes; legs, backs and larger areas can take longer. The degree of discomfort varies with each person. Topical anesthesia may also be requested based on individual preferences or tolerances. Over 90% of patients tolerate the procedure without the aid of any anesthetic. How many treatments will I need? Hair grows in cycles. The number of treatments required depends upon your skin color and coarseness of the hair. Laser hair removal requires multiple treatments. On average most patients are happy with 4 to 7 treatment sessions. What will I look for after treatment? Within several minutes of the treatment, the treated area will be come slightly red and puffy. This reaction subsides, and within a few hours the area returns to normal. For Photos and more info click Here Laser Hair Removal Toronto Fees (per session) Upper Lip $75 Bikini (3") $149 Bikini/Thigh $499 Full legs/bikini $749 Lower legs $299 Full legs $649 Underarms $149 Forearms $249 Full arms/underarms $349 Breasts $129 Abdomen (female) $149 Abdomen (male) $249 Cheeks $149 Chin $99 Full Face $249 Neck (front) $149 Chest/ Shoulders $399 Back/ Shoulders $599 Full Back $499 Other areas can be treated as well, please ask. Our Laser Hair Removal Toronto clinic is conveniently located in Downtown Toronto Call 416 515-0007 today, for a free laser hair removal consultation with the doctor! Welcome Welcome to the Baywood Laser and Vein Clinic. Contact Clinic At our Toronto Laser Clinic, Board Certified Laser Doctors will personally perform or directly supervise all procedures. Why trust a NON Medical Spa ? Laser Clinic Home Laser Hair Removal Botox Clinic Varicose Vein Clinic Tattoo Removal Toronto Microdermabrasion Acne Toronto Laser Clinic Toronto Skin Clinic IPL Photofacials Laser Services: Laser Hair Removal Acne Acne Scarring IPL Laser Facial Rejuvenation Laser Resurfacing Rosacea Tattoo Removal Micropeels Microdermabrasion Smoothbeam Laser Cosmetic Services: Skin Rejuvenation Chemical Peels Botox Restylane Brown Spots Varicose Veins Spider veins toronto web services 25 dunblaine avenue toronto, ontario canada m5m 2r6 416 826 0660.tel info@torontowebservices.com Baywood Clinic Mission Statement The practice philosophy of The Baywood Clinic is to provide comprehensive Laser & Cosmetic Medicine for men and women, and to establish close personal relationships with our patients, in order to provide the best possible care. Cosmetic and Laser Medicine are serious medical treatments - you can trust our experience and count on our commitment to caring for you as your physicians. © 2005 TorontoWebServices (TM) Toronto | Ontario | Canada. All rights reserved home - ecommerce services - web marketing - fees - coding - toronto directory - custom - condos - cosmetic medicine - SEO HTML Tutorial - music

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Retro Hairstyle - Mercurial  You are here: About > Style > Beauty > Hair Styles and More > Hair Styles - Retro > Retro Hairstyle - Mercurial Style Beauty Essentials Winter Beauty: 5 Dos & 5 Don'ts Hot Celebrity Hair Look Like the 'Desperate Housewives' Top Self-Tanners Gorgeous Holiday Hairstyles: Up or Down Articles & Resources Hairstyle Photo Galleries Latest Hair Trends Fall & Winter Beauty Makeup Tricks & Tips Beauty by Age: Teens to 50+ Skincare Perfect Nails Plastic Surgery Hair Removal Best Perfumes Body Beautiful Makeovers Frequently Asked Questions Buyer's Guide Before You Buy Top Picks Top Ten Fragrances for Her Top Ten Fragrances for Him Top Quick Gifts Under $10.00 Product Reviews Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Beauty newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Beauty Photo Used with Permission http://www.just-hairstyles.com Stay up to date! Photo Used with Permission http://www.just-hairstyles.com Email to a friend Print this page Recent Discussions Haircut in Paris be more beautiful personal etiquette Recent Discussions REVITOL proactiv More on anti--ageing creams-MUCH MORE Most Popular Flattering Hair Cuts Long Face Shapes Photo Gallery Wild Updos Nicole Ritchie What's Hot Mascara Review Great Holiday Hair Best Beauty Gifts Avoid Problems When Having ... Very Dry Hands Related Topics Tattoos / Body Piercings Teen Fashion Weddings Women's Fashion Teen Advice Retro Hairstyle - Mercurial Quick Tip This style was very popular during the 80's and if you watch old music videos, you are very likely to spot such a style. While short hair is often finger dried for an edgier look, long hair can also benefit from this technique. This particular styles requires that you know how to dry it in a particular way. Follow the directions below and you should be able to manage this style quite easily. How To Finger Dry Your Hair Things You Need: -a hairdryer and diffuser (can be used but is not necessary) -your favorite gel (should be strong holding) -your favorite hairspray Step-by-Step Instructions Shampoo and then blot hair to absorb as much of the water as possible. Apply a generous amount of hair gel and distribute evenly to your hair. Using fingers, run them through the hair, lifting and moving the hair forward. If you are short on time, you can use the diffuser attachment, gently dry your hair. You are almost finished. This is where you can pick up a large barreled curling iron and add a little movement at the front of the hair. When hair is dry, and the effect matches the photo, mist with your favorite hairspray to hold the style for the day.        Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2005 About, Inc., A part of the New York Times Company . All rights reserved. Around About Oprah's Life Vacation Ideas Shop Safely Online VIDEO: Craft Rooms VIDEO: Christmas Traditions What's Hot Mascara Review Great Holiday Hair Best Beauty Gifts Avoid Problems When Having ... Very Dry Hands

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Ask the Herbalist_questions on Hair Loss Search HerbNET for: Ask the Herbalist Herb Associations Herbal Calendar Monthly Magazine Ezine EZINE Signup Herb Gardens Herb Facts Herb Quest Herbal Exchange Herbal Green Pages Online Herbworld Herbalpedia Potpourri Practitioners Press Services Shoppe Source Speakers Bureau University HerbNET, 1996-2005 no animals were harmed in creating this site HerbNet....for everything herbal Ask the Herbalist - Hair Loss Your banner could be here..... email for details BACK TO ASK THE HERBALIST INDEX ANSWERS FROM KAREN QUESTION: Hello I am 19 years old female and have started experiencing sudden hair loss, I lose a lot of hair when brushing but even more when washing. I am not sure what to do I have started using Chinese herbal medication for hair loss and growth, also use rosemary, lavender and wood oak oil which I massage into scalp and leave until the next day or even for two days because I try to avoid washing my hair so often. I have recently started using florasil, b complex and phyto me, sometimes I wonder if I'm taking too much stuff. I started washing my hair with organic biotin shampoo and I also use conditioner (conditioner makes my hair fall out even more). When I touch my scalp I can feel my hair growing but I am still very scared I had really nice hair not very thick but normal, but it became very thin in about 3 weeks. I'm not sure what the cause is. I noticed after I have taken a morning after pill it has started to fall out I was also stressed out at that time and still am probably because of my hair issue. Could morning after pill be the cause. I had my bloodwork done and urine, blood is fine but my bilorubeen is kind of high. I have an appointment with dermatologist next week but I really want to hear your opinion, I prefer natural way Please let me know what you think of my case and if there is anything I should stop or start using Thank you so much ANSWER: Well, if you've read any of my posts on Herbnet.com, you know I am not a big fan of Prescription meds. That said, I have no idea what's in your "morning after" pill, but if it's strong enough to cause an abortion, it can't be good for your system. The fact that your biliruben numbers are off tells me that something is going on with your liver. Of course, your hair, skin and nail condition is always an indicator of the health of the liver, so the fact that a seemingly healthy 19 year old girl is losing her hair would definitely cause some concern. I can't tell you what to take and not take. That's a personal decision. The oils you are using in your hair, (although I don't know how much you are using, and hopefully they are diluted in a base oil and not used full strength), are known to be helpful in the growth of new hair. Again, the Florisil, not familiar with it, so I can't say. I don't like the use of anything synthetic or chemical, but I tend to be a bit of a purist. I would check your diet. White sugar, White flour, preservatives and artificial sweeteners are all like poison and shouldn't cross your lips. If you are stressed, as most of us are these days, the B complex should help that if you are using a quality, sub-lingual product. B needs to be absorbed and if you are seeing bright yellow urine in the toilet, chances are, you're not absorbing much. Lastly, I'd suggest a liver cleanse. Milk thistle and dandelion root are excellent for this. I have a tea on my website called Liver Cleanse. You can find it in the Apothecary at www.allgoodegifts.com QUESTION: heard on the radio that a recent study had findings that caffeine can regrow hair if applied directly to the scalp. Can you find out more info on this , such as how much and how often and where to get the caffeine? ANSWER: I wouldn't put much stock in it. Caffeine has actually been linked to stunting hair growth. QUESTION: I am a 19 year old female. I have always had very thick slightly wavy hair. I have colored it a lot probably 3 times a year for 5 years. I stopped coloring it about 2 years ago though. About 5 months ago I started noticing a lot of hair falling out when I wash it. (more than 100 strands a day) I can now tell that my hair is getting thinner. And it is still coming out a lot. Not in chunks, just hairs here and there. I have not changed my diet or been under a lot of stress. Also balding or thinning does not run in my family. I am on birth control. I have switched a lot in the last year because of very irregular periods. I talked to my doctor briefly about it and she suggested that it may be because I have never had my hair so long before and she said that some hairs just don't grow long. But my hair isn't that long. Only a little below the shoulders. Do you think that it could have something to do with the birth control? Do i need to see a doctor? And if it is just one of those things that happens, do you have any suggestions on what can help me from becoming completely bald? Please give me advice!! ANSWER: I could very well be the birth control. Also, whether we feel stressed or not, it's hard not to be living in this day and age. That also could be contributing to this. Hair and skin are windows into the state of the liver. It could be that you are toxic and it is manifesting itself this way. Are you taking the birth control solely to control/regulate your periods? I have a tea that may be beneficial. Actually several. A liver detox, a hair health tea, and a hormone regulator tea. They can be found on my website at www.allgoodegifts.com in the Apothecary. I also have a great hair oil that I developed called Crowning Glory Hair oil. It can be found in the Personal care section. But if you have things going on with your liver or hormones, I don't know if it will be very helpful. Always better to work from the inside out! QUESTION: I recently heard that rosemary may promote hair growth and have purchased a bottle of rosemary essential oil. I’m not sure how much to apply to my scalp and was wondering if you could enlighten me. ANSWER: Yes, Rosemary is very good for the hair and does help promote new growth. I wouldn't use it full strength however. Mix it with a carrier oil like sweet almond or jojoba. I have a hair oil called Crowning Glory that is especially formulated for my female friends with thinning hair. If you're interested, you can find it on my website, www.allgoodegifts.com in the Herb Shoppe under Personal Care Products. QUESTION: I am 25 years old, diagnosed with PCOS 2 or so years ago. When I was diagnosed, I hadn't had regular periods for 2 years (I rarely had a period during this time). I have experienced excessive hair loss and weight gain of about 40 pounds, especially in my mid section. My testosterone levels are "slightly elevated," my triglycerides are "dangerously high" and my good cholesterol is "dangerously low." Apparently, my body is not handling sugars/starches properly and this had been considered the basis of my symptoms. I was prescribed drugs that affect my metabolism and hormone levels; have experienced more regular periods with these medicines, but I am still experiencing hair loss from elevated testosterone levels. Any suggestions that you have would be greatly appreciated. ANSWER: I don't know what drugs you are taking, but high testosterone levels should not be causing hair loss. If anything, you should be having problems with hair growing where you don't want it! Perhaps the hair loss is a side effect of the drugs you are taking. Make sure you are taking a good quality B complex and lots of essential fatty acids like flaxseed oil, primrose oil, and fish oil. QUESTION: My hair is thinning and I still lose a lot of my hair. I am really conscious about my hair and feel really insecure. I cannot part my hair through the middle it looks horrible. My dad is going bald, my mom has really thin hair, my moms dad is bald and her mom has thin hair, my dad's mom is thinning and you can see through her scalp, yet my dads dad had a lot of hair before he died. I saw some home made recipes on line for regrowth of hair, because in the front the sides I have very little hair. I am 19 years old and this problem started when I was 16 years old. Please help me I have tried everything from natural path doctors for 2 years and that did no help I still kept losing it and some would grow back but it made no difference, now I have this oil I ordered from India, that worked in the beginning but now my hair starting to fall out lots, I was wondering if you can please give me a natural paste or some kind of oil treatment that would re grow my hair, I am desperate and I need help. ANSWER: There is no magic oil or potion that re-grows hair. If there were, there would be no bald men! My first question would be about your diet. It has a strong effect on things like hair and nails and skin. Since everyone in your family is suffering from this, I'm also wondering if all of you have been exposed to anything toxic that you can think of. Some people have wonderful results from hypnosis. Others do not. That's a personal decision. I do offer a massage oil for the scalp that has essential oils believed to enhance and strengthen the scalp and hair - but it does not magically regrow hair. If you are interested, please e-mail me with the word ORDER in your subject. QUESTION: I am a 24 y/o African American women and I have been dealing w/ hair loss for about 5 yrs now. when i first noticed that my hair was falling out, it was severe breakage and I went to a dermatologist and he recommended discontinued usage of perms/relaxers, weaves/braiding, heat and excess stress because it could cause further damage to the folicals. well I have tried so many methods in the last 5 yrs. I have been a little successful. I cut all of my hair off and started from scratch, using herbs like zinc, vitamin B, C and E. I have even been using oxygen scalp treatments to open up my pores. all these things have worked some but it seems as if they have stopped working. also at the beginning of the hair loss i admit i was over stressed, using marijuana, drinking and smoking cigarettes, not to mention being fresh out of high school and entering into the world of adulthood and living on my own. I had so much going on in my life during that time, but since then i have discontinued the use of marijuana, drinking, cigarettes, and eliminated some of my stress. I even changed my diet but it seems as if nothing is working any more. can you help me????? ANSWER: Well, your diet and your lifestyle probably contributed to the hair loss. We are what we ingest and from the sounds of your letter, you were poisoning your body. It sounds like you are on the right track with the vitamins you are taking. Keep that up. Eat a healthy diet. Give up the caffeine and sugar and any processed junk food. Stay away from the cornrows and braids. Although lovely, they really can do damage to the hair shaft. I have an oil that I make that encourages new hair growth. If you are interested, e-mail me with the word ORDER in the subject line for more information. ANSWERS FROM DAVID: QUESTION: I am a 30 y/o woman w/2 children, ages 3 and 1 w/considerable hair loss. I want to know what I can do to help my hair grow again. My hair started falling out B4 I married and I was tired all the time, especially after I would drink a soda or eat something w/a lot of sugar in it so I had a test done @the hospital and the results came back "Hypoglycemia". Since then I watch what I eat but my hair has not grown back. I am severely depressed about it because my hair is long and since my hair loss I have had to wear my hair back all the time to cover up the most of it. It is all over hair loss, but most of it is in the center top, back. I have also had a hair analysis done but the man that did it wanted to charge me for the interpretation of his findings and give me some herbs to take but at the time I didn't have the $. I still have sugar problems. Especially in the morning, I have to have something as soon as I get up although I do take Garden of Life supplements to help w/the sugar balancing and other supplements as well. I am also still breastfeeding (which I have heard causes hair loss as well). Anything you could advise would help as I have tried many many things. ANSWER: I'm sorry you're having this problem. Although hormone imbalance can definitely contribute to hair loss in women, you said you had the problem before your pregnancy. Since you have been diagnosed with Hypoglycemia, hopefully you are staying away from the sweets as this can also aggravate the problem. Hair loss like you described as well as the fatigue can sometimes be attributed to thyroid problems, so that may be something you'd like to discuss with your doctor. B complex, C and E vitamins as well as Zinc are all beneficial to the growth and health of hair. Also, foods high in biotin like brewer's yeast, brown rice, bulgur, green peas, lentils, oats, soybeans, sunflower seeds, and walnuts will promote healthy hair and skin. A rinse made of apple cider vinegar and sage tea will help hair growth. In addition, All Goode Gifts has a wonderful formula that has had much success. It contains 2 drops of cedarwood essential oil, 3 drops of lavender eo, 3 drops of rosemary eo and 2 drops of thyme eo. Mix this in a carrier oil of 1/2 teaspoon of jojoba oil and 4 teaspoons of grapeseed oil. Perform a 2 minute scalp massage every night. This mixture should not leave your hair greasy. If you would rather purchase this, please e-mail me and we can provide it for you. Lastly, calendula flower, marsh mallow root and nettle leaf are all excellent when combined in an infusion or a rinse for dry hair to nourish it and encourage new growth. HERBS FOR HAIR LOSS QUESTION: Could you tell me if it is true that the Herb Trifolium pratense (better known as Clover) is a good source of oestrogenic substance which may be beneficial to your hair, especially if you are suffering, as I am, from thinning hair. ANSWER: Red Clover, Latin Name: Trifolium pratense is a great non toxic, pleasant tasting and very effective herb. Red clover is richer than Soy in isoflavones, these Phytoestrogen are not the human form of estrogen but a chemical which has a similar structure to Human estrogen or affects the body like Human estrogen. Red Clover is rich in flavonoids and rich in minerals. Other sources of Phytoestrogen are all the Legumes (i.e. all the beans) including the popular Soy. It maybe reaching a bit to say Red Clover would have the hair thickening and growth stimulating effects of Human estrogen on your body, but there is only one way to find out give it a try. It would also include a daily intake of legumes in a soup or salad. Here are a couple other herbs which could be considered to help with Hair Growth. Ginkgo to help with circulation to the hair follicles and skin. Horsetail tea or powdered herb for the reach mineral content including silica which is essential for healthy skin, nails and hair. Han Lian Cao, "Drought Lotus Grass", Latin Name: Eclipta prostata or Eclipta alba was used in an infused oil in China to help with Hair regrowth. Tincture or Infused oil of Arnica is also supposed to stimulate hair growth when applied to the scalp, Arnica is one herbs which is normally not recommended for internal use today. Birch oil when added to shampoo supports hair growth and is best used in combination with Queen of the Meadow oil. Finally our favorite herb: Rosemary, Latin Name: Rosmarinus officinalis has been used in the past as a daily rinse on the scalp and hair to promote hair growth. Other things to consider when hair loss occurs, infection, increased stress, aging, hormonal fluctuations and changes, deficient diet, lack of circulation and blocked pores can affect hair growth. Read my other answers on Alopecia online. BLACK COHOSH QUESTION: I have been using black cohash for a while with pretty good success for hot flashes. I recently noticed more hair loss then normal and was wondering is this is a known side effect of black cohash use? ANSWER: Normally Black Cohosh is given for most post menopausal issues, but anything is possible everyone reacts differently to herbs, supplements and drugs. Black Cohosh is not know for this side effect. Here is one suggested formula for hair loss due to lack of estrogen production. If you are a woman whose hair is starting to thin due to loss of estrogen production, there are herbs you can take to simulate estrogen in your system and to stimulate the adrenal glands. Mix equal parts of wild yam root, licorice, motherwort, black cohosh, chamomile, valerian root and skullcap. Take twice a day. HAIR LOSS QUESTION: I am a 24 year old female, who is currently suffering from hair loss. I have been to the doctor's and they say it may be stress. I recently read that there are some herbs used as oils(?) on the scalp to induce hair growth. Is this true? And which herbs are they? I'll try anything. ANSWER: I would deal with the stress, symptom relief does not get rid of the problem. What is the stress in your life, how do you deal with it, utilize stress relieving techniques or eliminate the stress. You may want to utilize adaptogen herbs which help the body deal with stress, the ginsengs are of this class. Start with Siberian Ginseng which is the mildest, American Ginseng would be the next and Chinese Ginseng would be the last to be utilized. And also read the following answer as well. ALOPECIA AREATA QUESTION: My daughter (9 years old) has Alopecia Areata. This is an autoimmune disease, which causes hair loss. Someone suggested she take a pill made from the Montana Yew tree. This tree also is used to make Taxol. Do you think this pill would be harmful or helpful for her to take. I would appreciate your opinion... ANSWER: Without knowing everything about your daughter. Here is some information about Alopecia. Alopecia areata is a loss of hair from scalp to other places on the body where hair normally grows. It usually starts in patches, and can encompass the entire scalp or body. Hair loss to the entire scalp is called Alopecia totalis. Hair loss to the entire body is called Alopecia universalis The scalp is the most effected area. Alopecia can occur in either male or female of any age, but children are normally affected the most often. An interesting fact is the hair folllicles; although they have shrunken and hair growth does not appear above the surface of the skin, are still alive and spontaneous regrowth can happen anytime, days, months or years after the original onset with full hair recovery. I would suggest it is a diet, environmental, stress or circulation problem. For diet, make sure she is eating whole foods, eat organic, eliminate refined or processed foods, eat lots of vegetables, drink lots of water. Start taking a good multivitamin like Rainbow Light brand. EAT amla fruit, it was traditionally used to strengthen hair, connective tissue and muscle. Get Horsetail and other super green food sources in diet to increase hair strength. For environmental, stay away from chemicals, insecticides, herbicides, cosmetics and aerosol sprays. She should stay natural and clear of man made pollutants or chemicals. For stress reduce it, or have her learn to release it. Learn stress reduction techniques. Use adaptogen herbs which help the body deal with stress. These include the Ginsengs, I would probably start with Siberian Ginseng for her. For children use Chamomile and Catnip to calm them down, these two herbs are good for nervousness which is shown as stomach or GI upset. For circulation use Ginkgo, Hawthorn, Rosemary. Use a Rosemary rinse on the scalp, it has been traditionally used to help with hair loss. It has also been suggested that this is an Autimmune disease, if so Immune Amphoteric Herbs are appropriate, such as Medicinal Mushrooms (Reishi (The Gano dermas), Shiitake, Maitake, Chaga), and or the other Immune Amphoteric herbs Astragalus, Shisandra and Licorice, which are also Adaptogens.

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Hairfacts: Permanent hair removal facts com mercial-free hair removal facts for consumers Keep this site reader supported! Home Permanent hair removal defined D I R E C T O R Y Home Methods Search "Permanent" * Electrolysis * Home electro * Laser * Flashlamp/IPL * Combinations * * see note Hair inhibitors Rx oral meds Vaniqa Temporary Shaving Depilatories Friction Tweezing Waxing Sugaring Threading Rotary epilators Doubtful Electric tweezer Transdermal Transcutaneous Photoepilators Microwaves Dietary products Herbal inhibitors Other topics How to choose Tips Clinical data Manufacturers Regulation Info sources Scams Ripped off? FAQ Glossary Site info Feedback Permanent hair removal defined Most consumers think "permanent" means lasting forever. Unfortunately, that's not always the case as it's used in advertising. For instance, a permanent wave in your hair is not really permanent, and a permanent marker is not necessarily permanent. It's difficult to assess a new hair removal method that claims to be permanent. Most people figure that after a certain amount of time, it's unlikely that a hair will ever return. That's why several people, myself included, have suggested a specific definition of "permanent." Some of these definitions seem inadequate to me. One manufacturer claims their device is permanent based on results after 9 weeks. That's ridiculous. Waxing can last that long, and it's been clinically proven temporary. Permanent hair removal For the purposes of hair removal, the hairfacts definition of "permanent" is being able to go a year after your final hair removal treatment without having to use another method of hair removal. Keep in mind that a year might not be long enough to determine true permanence, but most consumers would be happy to have one treatment a year. The only method of clinically proven permanent hair removal is electrolysis. Some lasers and flash lamps have been able to achieve permanent hair reduction, as discussed below. Long-term hair removal Another undefined term is "long-term" hair removal. Again, it depends on what your definition of "long" is. The hairfacts definition of "long-term" is being able to go 6 months after your final treatment without having to use another method of hair removal. Your definition may vary, but I don't consider 9 weeks to be long-term. I arbitrarily decided on 6 months as a working definition, because most hair growth cycles will have completed in 6 months. Semi-permanent hair removal A newer term used by some hair removal marketers is "semi-permanent hair removal." This is a marketing term used in the salon industry that some salons have started using to describe laser results. In the salon industry, it means "lasting a few weeks." Hair reduction vs. hair removal Permanent hair removal has been established as the complete destruction of a hair follicle's ability to regenerate and grow hair. Several lasers have demonstrated permanent hair reduction in clinical studies and are allowed to make this claim by FDA. The word "reduction" adds another term that is vaguely defined. FDA has accepted the definition of reduction as a stable reduction in the number of coarse dark hairs. Some lasers have demonstrated in clinical testing that they can reduce the size of hairs and lighten the color. In some patients, this reduction appears to be permanent. Click the following link for more on lasers and permanent hair reduction "Permanent" Methods If you're seeking permanent hair removal, you have several imperfect options. A number of methods have been developed that use chemicals, energy of varying types, or a combination to target the areas that regulate hair growth. Permanently destroying these areas while sparing surrounding tissue is a difficult challenge. I recommend relying on a body of published, peer-reviewed scientific evidence to ensure the effectiveness of a method. Permanent hair removal for most (only if done correctly) Electrolysis Permanent hair reduction for some (primarily consumers with dark hair) Laser Flashlamp Lasting hair inhibition for many (requires continuous use) Prescription oral medications Prescription topical preparation (Vaniqa) Restricted methods X-ray (banned in the United States) Photodynamic therapy (experimental) Doubtful methods Electric tweezers "Transdermal electrolysis" "Transcutaneous hair removal" Photoepilators Microwaves Dietary supplements Nonprescription topical preparations ("hair inhibitors") No method is 100% effective in all clients All methods have some clients who do not seem to respond to treatment. The reason is unknown, and the exact percentages are not established. Below are some examples of published studies lasting six months or more that report significant change: All methods have some clients who do not seem to respond to treatment. The reason is unknown, and the exact percentages are not established. Below are some examples of human clinical studies published in medical journals or submitted to FDA. Note that some studies report good results but do not report non-responders. Laser clinical results are still widely variable in the published literature, with long-term response rates from 0% to 100%, depending on the study. Method Study # in study # (%) with significant change** OTC* hair inhibitors NONE -- -- "Transdermal NONE -- -- "Transcutaneous NONE -- -- Photoepilators NONE -- -- Microwave NONE -- -- Electric tweezers Verdich (1984) 8 0 (0%) Vaniqa FDA data (2000)*** 393 228 (58%) Electrolysis Verdich (1979) 56 50 (90%) Electrolysis Richards (1986) 281 261 (93%) Flashlamp Sadick (1999) 67 28 (41%) Laser (alexandrite) Eremia (2001) 89 89? (?) Laser (diode) Alster (2001) 20 20? (?) Laser (diode) Baumler (2002) 16 4 (25%) Laser (ruby) Liew (1999) 48 17 (35%) Laser (Nd:YAG) Nanni (1997) 12 0 (0%) ** * OTC = over the counter topical products sold on the web and on infomercials * ** defined in this table as significant change in amount of hair at more than 6 months after last treatment *** unpublishedFor more on this, see my section on clinical data. See also hair removal definitions for more about vague terms used by this industry. For more on this, see my section on clinical data . Was this helpful? This free site is reader-supported. Donate or subscribe today! Still have questions? Ask them at my free HairTell hair removal forum! 1996-2005 Andrea James. All rights reserved. Legal Info / Terms of Use Revised 10 May, 2002 .

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AskChrisKnight.com HOME :: Health-and-Fitness / Hair-Loss Treatment Options Available To Hair Loss Sufferers By Richard Mitchell Article Word Count: 547 [ View Summary ] Comments (0) The hair loss treatments outlined here cannot provide definitive cures for all hair loss conditions, but they do represent regimes that many sufferers have found useful. In other words, they are examples of potential solutions that many patients have chosen after honestly assessing the causes of their hair loss together with their expectations. This article will focus on four basic approaches: 1. A drugs based approach for those who don't mind taking strong medications. 2. A commercial product approach for those who prefer a non-drug solution but who still want a treatment that has a track record. 3. A natural remedy approach for those who prefer to follow the natural route. 4. A nutritional approach for those who wish to adopt a more holistic perspective. It remains a fact that only two hair loss treatments have been approved by the FDA and both can be classed as strong drug-based medications. Propecia (finasteride) is the treatment of choice for many men with good reason - it tends to work! It is a powerful drug that inhibits the formation of DHT in the system, eventually to a level that is sufficiently low to encourage a normal growth cycle. Rogaine (minoxidil) acts differently in that it stimulates hair growth in both men and women by overriding the prevailing hair loss symptoms. These drugs can be used either on their own or in combination. Women should seek professional medical advice before using Propecia. The world of commercial hair loss products is much less clear cut and it is here that many scamsters ply their trade to rip-off unsuspecting customers. The best advice I can give here is research, research, and more research! Many useful products are available on the market but none have been approved by the FDA. Probably the best, and certainly most popular, commercially available products are those containing natural ingredients that have been shown in field trials to reduce hair loss and encourage regrowth. You can find out more about these products by visiting the site listed at the end of this article. Increasingly, people are turning to natural hair loss remedies as they seek to combat thinning hair. This has an obvious appeal for many sufferers and there is growing evidence to support the view that some natural remedies may be effective in curtailing hair loss. The most popular ingredients of natural hair loss treatments include ginko biloba, green tea, he shou wu, pygeum, saw palmetto and stinging nettle. Each of these is described in more detail in an supplementary article entitled "Herbal Remedies That Offer Hope". It is becoming increasingly evident that poor nutrition and modern lifestyles can have a negative impact on health, and hair loss is no exception. At the most basic level, improved nutrition can minimize shedding and support other treatments that encourage regrowth. This can be achieved by: - eating adequate amounts of protein. - eating appropriate levels of useful carbohydrates. - achieving a healthy balance of dietary fats. Other articles in this series will examine these issues in greater detail but in the meantime you can find out more by visiting the site listed below. Richard Mitchell is the creator of the myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Hair Loss Treatments to find out more about the issues covered in this article. 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