Hair Problems - Do You Think You Can Deal With This?

By Author: Vijay Koragappa Shetty
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You may have certain questions lingering in mind and have or have not found answers to all of them. Now, you can find all your related questions in FAQ's mentioned below. Hair loss may differ in men and women. There are lots of products in the market these days. It is your responsibility to find out the best among them. Make sure that you are not misguided by any of the false claims by the product.

What could be the main reason for male pattern baldness?

It's basically due to DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) a male hormone is responsible for hair loss. By preventing the flow of essential nutrients to the follicle DHT causes hair follicles to weaken, to reproduce less successfully and for the hair strands to thin.

What are the other causes of hair fall?

It may be caused due to environmental factors, immune system disorders, emotional stress, thyroid gland functions and hormonal changes. Malnutrition and deficiency of essential elements such as iron and zinc are the usual causes of hair loss. Patchy baldness is a common manifestation of severe seborrhoeic dermatitis.

Which is the product which works ...
... well for male pattern baldness?

Minoxidil, works better to increase the blood supply. It promotes good growth of the follicles and provides sufficient nutrition.

Are there some herbs which can treat you?

Yes, saw palmetto and rosemary can help you treat thinning follicles. Aloe Vera can be used to wash your follicles, it thus stimulates your scalp and encourages its growth.

How can you improve blood circulation and add shine to your follicles?

You can make use of massaging, oil your mane, apply conditioning and use the right shampoo. Use of Minoxidil also helps you treat you hair problems:

-Massaging
-Conditioning
-Using the right shampoo
-Oiling your hair

Does relaxed or permed hair cause problems and if yes how to treat them?

Yes, since it uses chemicals it affects the follicles. In order to retain back its shine one has to follow up with conditioner. There are two types of conditioners, type one is conditioner for protein and the other type is conditioner for moisture.

Why is there premature aging?

Premature graying is usually due to lack of essential nutrients such as magnesium, copper, iron and zinc. Folic acid and vitamin B6 play an important role in preventing hair loss and graying of hair. Hair dyes and hair dryers promote hair loss. Instead of chemical hair dyes, herbal hair dyes are very safe and effective. Heredity is the most common factor of baldness. Often hair loss is a symptom of some major diseases like diabetes, typhoid, sinusitis and anaemia.

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