Different Solutions To Hair Loss

by Kelly Hunter

Everyone in the world is different, thus, everyone is going to need different things that can help them cure baldness. Finding a baldness cure is not easy, because there are so many out there. All of them work, but not all of them are going to work for you. That is why there are so many different types of products out there.

Today we are going to cover a few of the different products you may want to think about using. Now, do keep in mind that the products and steps we are going to talk about today are not going to work for everyone. Lots of people have different issues that could be causing their hair loss, and they have to deal with those issues first.

The first thing that you may want to try as a baldness cure is a topical solution. The most popular of which, would more than likely be Rogaine. There are some other generic kinds of this product that you can get out there that are going to be cheaper if that is a route that you are willing to go. Either way, the product that you get is going to have an active ingredient in it called minoxodil.

Usually the product is going to come in some kind of foam or cream form, which you apply right onto your head. Before you rush out to try this product, you need to know that topical solutions do not work for your hair line, just the crown of your head. Thus, if you have a hairline that keeps on moving back, Rogaine is not going to do much to help you. Also, remember that there is a Rogaine for women, but they have to be sure to get the one made for women, because it has different ingredients in it.

The next thing that you could do is take propecia to help take care of your baldness problems. Now it's important to note that women can not take propecia and it come in the form of a daily pill that you will have to take for the rest of your life. You will notice your hair stops falling out as soon as you take it and starts again as soon as you stop. Once again, this is a type of product that will not work for your hairline as so many people have a problem with. This is a type of product that works for thinning and balding areas on the top of your head. If younger men do take it, it has been proven to be effective in keeping hair from falling out in that area if take early enough.

Now, if you want to take care of your hair problems once and for all, you have to go with a hair transplant. A lot of people thing that hair transplants are not a good baldness cure, because they look so fake. However, those people have not seen the new type of transplant. The days of doll looking hair are over. New science has shown its head, and you are able to have hair from the back of your head move to the front of your head and placed in. The best part about it is the fact that you will not be able to notice that it's a transplant, unless it's looked at by a microscope.

About the Author

Kelly Hunter owns and operates http://www.bestbaldnesscure.com and writes about Baldness Cure

Greasy Hair Remedies: How to Get Rid of Greasy Hair

by Jennifer Summers

Greasy hair can appear stringy and fail to keep its lightness and volume within a few hours of shampooing. Greasy hair can seem lifeless, dull oily and lank. It can also appear heavy and flat, refusing to stay clean and fresh. Is this describing your hair? Ever ask yourself "why is my hair greasy?" Others may judge people with greasy hair as having poor hygiene and that they do not wash their hair very often, even if the sufferer washes it every day.

The grease found in hair is called sebum and is oil that is produced natural by the body. Each of the hairs on your head has a gland called the sebaceous gland immediately under the skin, this gland produces sebum. Oil in greasy hair protects each strand form split ends and dryness, and is in fact a sign of healthy hair. Sebum is made as lubrication for the skin and hair, providing a protective barrier and preventing drying. Sebum is the body's own natural moisturizer.

Hormones called androgens can cause greasy hair by stimulating sebaceous glands, causing them to become over active and begin over producing sebum leading to an excess of sebum in the hair. Androgens are male hormones, and although they are present in both men and women, they are higher in men. Androgens make two things happen: First, they enlarge sebaceous glands. Second, they cause the increase of oil production from the sebaceous glands.

As hormones have a role in sebum production, fluctuating hormone levels can be one of the causes of greasy hair. Greasy hair can most commonly be found in older women experiencing the menopause, teenagers in puberty, and women in general because of their monthly cycle or pregnancy. Stress can also be a cause of greasy hair as it can affect hormone levels. People who have fine hair can sometimes suffer form greasy hair because they have more hair follicles and more hair follicles means more sebum producing glands on the scalp.

There are many external causes of greasy hair. Over washing your hair can cause increase sebum production as frequent washing can strip the hair and scalp of all oils causing the sebaceous glands to excrete more to combat this. A build-up of grease can occur due to washing your hair too often. Scrubbing your hair and scalp vigorously while washing you hair can stimulate hair grease. Touching your hair can also increase the glands to over-stimulate, as can vigorous brushing which can carry the oil throughout your hair. Environmental factors such as everyday pollutants can cause hair to look greasy, as can the over use of hair styling products as the products build-up at the roots.

There are also many internal causes of greasy too. I have already mentioned fluctuating hormone levels, but one of the main culprits when it comes to internal causes of greasy hair is diet. Western diets that tend to be greasy, high in fat and sugar, processed and containing additives which can be a major cause of greasy hair as the high fat content increases oil levels in and on the skin. Hormones can be found in meat in the western, adding to the unbalanced hormone levels. A diet lacking in vitamin B can also contribute towards greasy hair.

The best way of avoiding, preventing, treating and getting rid of greasy hair is to treat it from the outside and the inside. On the outside: steer clear of brushing your hair too frequently, and too vigorously. Avoid using a moisturizing shampoo as this can leave some oil in the hair. An extra cleansing or clarifying shampoo that has a mild-ph is the best shampoo to use for greasy hair. When shampooing, massage you hair and scalp lightly and do not scrub your hair and scalp.

When shampooing, leave the shampoo in your hair for approximately 5 minutes for a better clean. Rinse and shampoo again if necessary. It's up to you as to how often you should wash your hair. Once or twice a week is the ideal but to find your own balance of washing and oil production start with washing once a day, reducing how often you wash as you find that balance. If you are going to condition your hair, use a conditioner designed especially for greasy hair, and apply the conditioner not to the roots but to the mid and ends of your hair. If you use a hair dryer to style your hair, heat will stimulate oil production, so don't let it get too hot.

For the inside: do everything you can to reduce any stress that you may have in your life. For your diet, reduce the amount of fat and dairy products, and avoid fried, fatty and greasy foods as much as possible. Consider vitamin B supplements in your diet. Avoid sugar and sugary foods like cakes, biscuits and soft drinks. Reduce the foods containing white flour like bread, pasta and pastries. Be sure to eat lots of nuts, seeds and whole grains, and leafy & green vegetables, salads and fresh fish.

About the Author

Jennifer Summers can help you achieve great looking hair. She is a well of information on greasy hair and regularly provides valuable and informative hair care advice.