Many men suffer from baldness. It will most often start at some point between the early twenties to forties. A lot of sufferers are comfortable with the process and a lot are not. Its causes are not yet completely understood but it is believed to be a combination of hormones and genetics. Hormones that were promoting hair growth during puberty can be the ones that assist with the balding process. It is thought that the hair follicles in those more...

Everyone wants natural long hair but few know how to do it! The first trick to get long natural hair is to keep it natural! I know this sounds silly but it is the truth!

Hair loss and hair that refuses to grow is usually the result of the use of commercial hair products!

Take one look at the back of your shampoo or conditioner and ask yourself if you would eat this?

I bet you would say no! So why would you put it on your scalp!? Your skin and scalp will soak up...

Scared at the thought of losing hair? Worried every time you find hairs on your pillow? Don’t be.

It's normal to lose from 20 to 60 hairs everyday since the human scalp, which contains about 125,000 hairs, has its own life cycle. This is characterized by a long growth period of two to six years followed by a three-month resting period. During that time, hair stops growing and is easily removed by washing, brushing and combing.

"Usually about 15 percent...

If you’re bald and are afraid to try surgical approaches to the problem, there is another possible solution. It goes by the name of minoxidil and it may help in some cases.

Unlike other quack cures, minoxidil is the only medication approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of baldness. This drug, which was discovered by Upjohn researchers, is mixed in an alcohol-based solution and can either be sprayed or rubbed on the...

Oval-shaped face

You're lucky - this is the kind of face shape that suits just about any hairstyle. Both long and short hair cuts look great on you, as your face shape is well balanced. The chin and forehead of an oval face shape are in even proportion.

Avoid covering up your perfect face shape with heavy bangs or wearing your hair on your face. You'll lose your face shape and it may add weight to your face.

Round face

Hairstyles with fullness and height at the...

Hair Loss Treatments

When it comes to losing your hair it is obviously more a problem for men than for women. However as we age we lose will all start losing our hair and when you wake up in the morning and find more hair on your pillow than on your head it will certainly be horrifying. Obviously unless you have a really serious problem it really is just a few strands at a time rather than in clumps. Many men start leaning towards baldness from middle age and if your father...

Omega 3 fatty acids are also called "fats of life" due to their vital role in overall health and well-being. But, can Omega 3 help your hair? How can they help you achieve stronger, shinier and healthier hair? Find out the expert answers of these important questions in this article.

Omega 3 can help your hair in many ways. They play a vital role in the optimal functioning of various body organs including our heart, brain, digestive system, joints, skin and...

Dandruff particles are visible flakes of skin that have been continuously shed from the scalp. It is normal to shed some dead skin flakes as the skin is constantly renewing itself. The new cells form in the lower layers. They are gradually pushed to the surface as more new cells form beneath them. By the time they reach the surface, the cells have become flat and overlap each other like roof tiles. By then, these cells are dead and are shed from the surface all the time. They are so...

Will minoxidil help bald people grow hair? More importantly, is it safe? Clinical trials conducted by Upjohn researchers paint a rosy picture but initial results have been questioned by other researchers.

Despite the shortcomings of the Upjohn trial, some think the slim chance offered by minoxidil is better than none at all. While the drug’s success rate isn't that big, it does offer hope to the millions of bald men and women searching for a cure for their...

If metal clip on extensions are continually worn and the tension on your hair is not regularly alleviated, scarring can occur as well as permanent hair loss, leaving the wearer with a less then desirable appearance they'll be forced to deal with for their rest of their lives.

In today's modern society, most people think only of the final appearance of their hair.

(2) The continual over processing with Chemical treatment such as bleaches, dyes, or strengtheners disrupts the...