As with numerous ailments affecting the human body, there have been equally numerous treatment options, remedies and solutions discovered in allopathic, homeopathy, as well as the alternative modes of treatments offered through the use of medicines and herbal solutions.

The issue of hair is also one such issue and there has been considerable progress towards treatment of the various problems associated with hair loss, falling of hair, and baldness.

Hair loss can be the cause behind great concern for both men and women. Especially women are at a distinct possibility of experiencing lack of confidence when confronted by the problem of thinning hair or hair loss issues. There are various causes that can lead to hair loss.

Female and male pattern baldness

Women and men experience hair loss because of genetic issues carried forward from one generation to another. Whether it is female pattern baldness or male...

When you first noted the bald spot in your scalp, you thought the hair would eventually grow back. After all, you thought you were too young to be losing hair. And you felt completely healthy. Back then, your bald spot was just about the size of a quarter. Now, it has enlarged to twice that, and you're afraid it's getting bigger. Is it time to consult a doctor?

What is Alopecia Areata?

You may have what is known asAlopecia Areata. Normally,...

Balding is a common problem, these days. One out of ten people in the world is suffering from hair loss. The problem of hair loss does not affect a person physically but also breaks one's mental and psychological confidence. Thankfully, with the better understanding of hair loss pattern and the development of newer techniques to tackle the situation, the problem of hair loss can be controlled to a great extent. Among most effective hair loss procedures, medical hair restoration has...

Hair loss is a matter of concern affecting young and adults alike. The hair loss is a subjective phenomenon and there may be a lot of causes which could be attributed for this.

There are many potential forms and causes of hair loss ranging from genetics, skin conditions, medical illness, stress, dietary deficiencies, to immune disorders. Consulting with a medical doctor who specializes in hair loss is often necessary to determine the cause and most effective...

Help!  I Don't Have to Tear My Hair Out Anymore – It's All Over My Sink!

You see, we lose hair everyday, 100-150 strands actually, simply from brushing and manipulating.  If you have long hair, this can look like a lot, but, considering the amount of hair on a head, it's a tiny amount.  If hair is coming out in clumps, or you notice circular patches of balding spots, however, there is definitely a problem, and treatment will be based upon the...

The simplest way to cover up baldness is to wear a wig. Others may opt for more sophisticated techniques like hair weaving, hair implantation, or fiber implants, but all have serious side effects.

"In hair weaving, the patient's own hair is used to anchor a woven-on hair piece to the scalp. This technique tends to weaken and damage what is left of the wearer's hair. Not only that but also the process needs to be repeated frequently since the hair piece will loosen and...

Everyone wants the look of thick, shiny, beautiful hair, and this includes both men and women.  We admire the celebrities who have this and dismiss those who don't, or worry about our own dull and frizzy mane.  While it's true that genetics play a very large role in the head of hair we're blessed or cursed with, we can also do much to take care of our own and improve the look and texture.  And this means without expense salon treatments!  Most ingredients you need to...

Hair loss can occur after pregnancy, major stress trauma or illnesses. There are some medicines as well which can cause hair loss. You can prevent this if you stop taking those medicines, but after consulting a doctor. Medicines that can cause this include blood thinners, also called anticoagulants, medicines for gout problems, medicines used in chemotherapy for cancer, excessive intake of vitamin A, birth control pills & even certain antidepressants. Certain infections like fungal...

Extensive clinical trials have shown that some of the treatments showing the best results for longer and thicker hair are those that incorporate natural products. One of the natural products that has been proven to be most beneficial for hair growth is called Jojoba Oil.

What Is Jojoba Oil?

Jojoba oil is not truly an oil.  It is actually comprised of wax esters making it very close in composition to the substance known as sebum that is naturally...