Ideally, your first step in a hairpiece should be a partial one--a mini hairpiece that will prevent the first stage of hair loss from becoming noticeable to others. A partial can be just as affective in converting the balding area, and it saves you money, due to its smaller size. In fact, a full hair replacement (average five inches by eight inches) is more than is necessary until the balding process progresses considerably.
There are four basic sizes of partials available:
1.The Temple Piece, used when the hairline begins to receding. It is the smallest partial available, usually only one-half by one inch in size.
2. The Frontal Piece, used when the hairline begins to recede. Placed at the front of the existing hair and averaging two inches by three inches, it seems like such a small adjustment, but the effect is very impressive.
3. The Top(or Slider) System, the most common type of partial sold. It is used on men who, although they are balding on the top, still have enough side hair to create a part in their remaining hair and are able to comb their hair over the small piece underneath. The effect is very natural. Size is based on the extent of baldness.
4. The Crown Piece, used when the back of the crown is balding (often referred to as the doughnut" type of baldness). Here again, size is dependent on the bald area.
The key to success in selecting a partial hair system is individuality. Hundreds of thousands of men go bald, but everyone has his own style. A custom-made (or at least a semi-custom) system will provide a better camouflage than any stock piece ever could.
David Hansen
Chicago IL
www.davidhansen.com
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Monday, November 28, 2011
Types Of Hair Replacement
All hair systems fall into one of three general categories:
(1) custom made
(2) semi-custom made
(3) stock pieces
If you're looking for cream of the crop, there is no question about it--you'll want your hair replacement to be custom made, made by hand to match your own requirements.
A custom-made hairpiece is made by creating a plastic mold of your balding area. This ensures that the hairpiece will fit perfectly and the mold retains shape which makes it reusable. You can order your pieces by phone ounce your hair replacement designer has your mold and hair sample (unless your hair changes color ex. gets greyer than you need to come in and let the hair replacement specialist take hair samples from specific parts of your head for the next hair piece).
After the hair replacement specialist decides on a material to be used for the base of your hairpiece, the fabric is secured to the head block and the creation of your hair system begins. Each hair, a duplicate blend of that given you by nature, is than ventilated in one hair at a time. Not only is the color of the hair matched to your own, but so is the texture, elasticity, and wave pattern.
The person who made the hair piece will usually want to cut it in. The cutting in and blending of the hair replacement with your own hair is one of the most important parts of creating a hair replacement. If you do not cut and style it the right way the hair system will look like a hair system. It is important to find someone who knows what they are doing. This is what I found very important after being in this business over 50 years, if you don't cut it right it will not look right! I used to teach all over the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbeans, what I discovered as a world champion hair replacement hand hair stylist is that most barbers and hair dressers did not know how to cut hair. You really need to watch out for who is cutting your hair. One main thing to look for in a hair stylist and barber for men is if they hold your hair between their fingers. You should NEVER cut a mens hair using your fingers. This will create lines in the hair and not only will it not grow out right it will not look right. a way to cut a mens hair is to use a comb and shears to cut off the length, tapering shears at the ends of the hair so that the hair blends and lays right, and clippers to create an outline. The outline should not be squared it should blend into the neck. You can also spot a good hair stylist if they groom your eyebrows, nose and ear hair.
In My hair replacement studio all the custom-made hairpieces are designed by me and than I cut, style, and maintain your hair. Just as in the case of a tailor-made suit, it costs a little more for this perfection, but customers believe the end result is worth it. In fact, should you decide to buy your custom-made hair system made by a different company and you do not such quality service as described, perhaps you are not getting a custom made hair replacement. You may be purchasing what is known as semi-custom piece.
Although a semi-custom hairpiece is quite a respectable toupee, it is not ventilated on a head from mold replica of your own head with your measurements alone. It is made on one of three various size head blocks, the closest to your specifications as possible.
In addition, while portions of this hairpiece, such as the part area, may be ventilated by hand, the majority is usually sewn by machine. There is nothing actually about the machine process, and it needn't interfere with the basic effectiveness of the piece. Some of the individuality and workmanship put into a custom model is sacrificed, but quite a satisfactory hair replacement can be produced. Whether it will look good or not will also depend on the skills of your stylist when he cuts the hairpiece in with your existing hair.
Your third alternative in the selection of hairpiece is to purchase a stock piece, one that is entirely machine made and often per-made before you place your order.
Basically, there is nothing wrong with owning a stock toupee as long as you are aware of its shortcomings and don't expect the world from it; namely, perfect color match and perfect fit.
The majority of these pieces are made with synthetic hair, making it more difficult to blend with that of the purchaser. Synthetics are usually straighter; they don't have the amount of curl or waviness required to blend in with the hair of the majority of the majority of the hairpiece clientele. Also, the fit often requires some adjustments, since the system is pre-made.
Stock pieces are usually ordered from large mail-order manufacturers who are financially able to carry a large inventory. Since there are approximately 18 different hair color shades offered, at least a dozed different sizes, and a variety of basic styles, much more of an inventory is required than a small businessman could afford to keep on hand.
The price of these pieces can make them seem quite a bargain, but keep in mind that they will have to be replaced about four times before a custom-made hairpiece will even begin to show signs of wear.
Synthetic stock pieces can be quite useful to a person while he's engaged in outdoor sports or sunning, and many men purchase them as a second hair replacement just for that person, while continuing to wear a custom-made piece for their business and social lives. As an investment for full-time wear, the stock piece usually leaves a lot to be desired.
Of course, if you are buying your hair system from an experienced hairstylist who truly knows his business, he can make any hairpiece look good on you, weather he custom makes it himself or orders it for you ready made. But consider the fact that if he can make even an inferior piece look good (at least temporarily--while it is new and in its best form), he can make one of quality look perfectly natural--or even better.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
(1) custom made
(2) semi-custom made
(3) stock pieces
If you're looking for cream of the crop, there is no question about it--you'll want your hair replacement to be custom made, made by hand to match your own requirements.
A custom-made hairpiece is made by creating a plastic mold of your balding area. This ensures that the hairpiece will fit perfectly and the mold retains shape which makes it reusable. You can order your pieces by phone ounce your hair replacement designer has your mold and hair sample (unless your hair changes color ex. gets greyer than you need to come in and let the hair replacement specialist take hair samples from specific parts of your head for the next hair piece).
After the hair replacement specialist decides on a material to be used for the base of your hairpiece, the fabric is secured to the head block and the creation of your hair system begins. Each hair, a duplicate blend of that given you by nature, is than ventilated in one hair at a time. Not only is the color of the hair matched to your own, but so is the texture, elasticity, and wave pattern.
The person who made the hair piece will usually want to cut it in. The cutting in and blending of the hair replacement with your own hair is one of the most important parts of creating a hair replacement. If you do not cut and style it the right way the hair system will look like a hair system. It is important to find someone who knows what they are doing. This is what I found very important after being in this business over 50 years, if you don't cut it right it will not look right! I used to teach all over the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbeans, what I discovered as a world champion hair replacement hand hair stylist is that most barbers and hair dressers did not know how to cut hair. You really need to watch out for who is cutting your hair. One main thing to look for in a hair stylist and barber for men is if they hold your hair between their fingers. You should NEVER cut a mens hair using your fingers. This will create lines in the hair and not only will it not grow out right it will not look right. a way to cut a mens hair is to use a comb and shears to cut off the length, tapering shears at the ends of the hair so that the hair blends and lays right, and clippers to create an outline. The outline should not be squared it should blend into the neck. You can also spot a good hair stylist if they groom your eyebrows, nose and ear hair.
In My hair replacement studio all the custom-made hairpieces are designed by me and than I cut, style, and maintain your hair. Just as in the case of a tailor-made suit, it costs a little more for this perfection, but customers believe the end result is worth it. In fact, should you decide to buy your custom-made hair system made by a different company and you do not such quality service as described, perhaps you are not getting a custom made hair replacement. You may be purchasing what is known as semi-custom piece.
Although a semi-custom hairpiece is quite a respectable toupee, it is not ventilated on a head from mold replica of your own head with your measurements alone. It is made on one of three various size head blocks, the closest to your specifications as possible.
In addition, while portions of this hairpiece, such as the part area, may be ventilated by hand, the majority is usually sewn by machine. There is nothing actually about the machine process, and it needn't interfere with the basic effectiveness of the piece. Some of the individuality and workmanship put into a custom model is sacrificed, but quite a satisfactory hair replacement can be produced. Whether it will look good or not will also depend on the skills of your stylist when he cuts the hairpiece in with your existing hair.
Your third alternative in the selection of hairpiece is to purchase a stock piece, one that is entirely machine made and often per-made before you place your order.
Basically, there is nothing wrong with owning a stock toupee as long as you are aware of its shortcomings and don't expect the world from it; namely, perfect color match and perfect fit.
The majority of these pieces are made with synthetic hair, making it more difficult to blend with that of the purchaser. Synthetics are usually straighter; they don't have the amount of curl or waviness required to blend in with the hair of the majority of the majority of the hairpiece clientele. Also, the fit often requires some adjustments, since the system is pre-made.
Stock pieces are usually ordered from large mail-order manufacturers who are financially able to carry a large inventory. Since there are approximately 18 different hair color shades offered, at least a dozed different sizes, and a variety of basic styles, much more of an inventory is required than a small businessman could afford to keep on hand.
The price of these pieces can make them seem quite a bargain, but keep in mind that they will have to be replaced about four times before a custom-made hairpiece will even begin to show signs of wear.
Synthetic stock pieces can be quite useful to a person while he's engaged in outdoor sports or sunning, and many men purchase them as a second hair replacement just for that person, while continuing to wear a custom-made piece for their business and social lives. As an investment for full-time wear, the stock piece usually leaves a lot to be desired.
Of course, if you are buying your hair system from an experienced hairstylist who truly knows his business, he can make any hairpiece look good on you, weather he custom makes it himself or orders it for you ready made. But consider the fact that if he can make even an inferior piece look good (at least temporarily--while it is new and in its best form), he can make one of quality look perfectly natural--or even better.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Buying A Hair Replacement Chicago
You Get What You Pay For
Think of a hair system as you would a new suit, as something to compliment your appearance.
If you visit a tailor to have a suit made, he would take your precise measurements, inquire as to your intended use for the outfit, and then, together, you would select the cloth for the garment. After you left his shop, he would spend hours carefully sewing the suit to meet your specifications.
If the price of a tailored suit were above your means, but you still desired quality, chances are your next choice would be a selection from a reputable men's store. You would have several ready ready-made outfits from which to chose, most of which would be carefully-sewn copies of creations by well-known designers. Of course, the fit wouldn't be as perfect as that of a tailor-made suit, but most of these stores have someone available to make required alterations, enabling you to still be a well-dressed man.
The final alternative available to you would be to settle for a ready-made suit off the rack in some discount house. In most cases an alterations man wouldn't be on hand, so you would have to settle for a suit closest to, but not exactly, your size. More than likely, this would not be a suit in which you would gain extra pride by simply feeling its cloth or by examining its workmanship, but at least it would serve its purpose. Your outfit would be another one of many mass-produced garments that is just a suit, nothing more.
And so it is with hairpieces. They range from the tailor-made exclusives all the way to those that will just get by. If you are concerned enough about your appearance to even consider buying a hair replacement, you should ask for one that is the closest to your natural hair as possible, one that will serve you well and be a wise investment.
remember a hair replacement system should be the most personal and individual component of your wardrobe.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Hairpieces (hair replacement)
Years ago, fear of being humiliated by a slightly askew hairpiece was enough to keep all but the baldest of America's males in their medical state. Today, hundreds of thousands of men in the business world confidently wear custom-made hairpieces that are completely undetectable to their colleagues and acquaintances.
Compared to the aforementioned techniques in this blog, the hairpiece ranks first. It does not require surgery, and the client is not in any physical danger. Finally it is a much more practical and sound investment than any other method of hair replacement. Cleansing your scalp and allowing it to breathe are no longer problems. And most important of all, it is the one procedure that comes with a guarantee. If you are dealing with a reputable professional, you must be satisfied with your custom-made hair replacement before his work is complete.
Keep in mind, however, that I am not speaking of just any hair system, but rather of only custom-made, human-hair pieces. There are many synthetic, machine-made, imitations around that just don't measure up. The secret of securing a good hair replacement system is to understand the construction, the many choices available, and what you can expect from each type. I have learned this myself over my 50 years in the business. I fell in love with the business very young. It was both fascinating and fun. It allowed me to put hair on heads of men who lost theirs. I help make men look good, feel good and have fun doing it. Being as passionate and fascinated by the business I experimented with every base material, every hair type, density, wave, and patch material. That is honestly the only way you can get undetectable results. You need to know how to cut hair first. Than you need to know exactly how to design the hair piece and what product to use. The main reason to wear hair replacement is not for everyone to know you are wearing it. It is to create art, to make the hair replacement so realistic and blend so well no one knows you are wearing one. Then, people complement you on how great your hair is not how good you look in your hairpiece. These facts are important to understand before you make your purchase. The remainder of this blog, therefore, has been written to assist you in that study.
There is no reason to provide further information on hair transplants, hair weaving, anchors under the skin, etc. Those techniques are all a part of a small, specialized segment of the hair restoration industry, and anyone soliciting such methods will be more than happy to go into further detail. (If you do select one of those methods, however, please keep in mind the facts presented earlier in this blog. They are valid facts, and if the the person you deal with refuses to acknowledge the risks and disadvantages along with the benefits, perhaps you should look for a more hones practitioner before investing your money.)
The hairpiece, on the other hand, is the most popular method of hair replacement available. And since this manual is designed to help the greatest majority, there exists a need to go into this subject further. Here, then, is your guide to hairpieces, a guide designed to aid you in your selection of a truly effective weapon against hair loss.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Compared to the aforementioned techniques in this blog, the hairpiece ranks first. It does not require surgery, and the client is not in any physical danger. Finally it is a much more practical and sound investment than any other method of hair replacement. Cleansing your scalp and allowing it to breathe are no longer problems. And most important of all, it is the one procedure that comes with a guarantee. If you are dealing with a reputable professional, you must be satisfied with your custom-made hair replacement before his work is complete.
Keep in mind, however, that I am not speaking of just any hair system, but rather of only custom-made, human-hair pieces. There are many synthetic, machine-made, imitations around that just don't measure up. The secret of securing a good hair replacement system is to understand the construction, the many choices available, and what you can expect from each type. I have learned this myself over my 50 years in the business. I fell in love with the business very young. It was both fascinating and fun. It allowed me to put hair on heads of men who lost theirs. I help make men look good, feel good and have fun doing it. Being as passionate and fascinated by the business I experimented with every base material, every hair type, density, wave, and patch material. That is honestly the only way you can get undetectable results. You need to know how to cut hair first. Than you need to know exactly how to design the hair piece and what product to use. The main reason to wear hair replacement is not for everyone to know you are wearing it. It is to create art, to make the hair replacement so realistic and blend so well no one knows you are wearing one. Then, people complement you on how great your hair is not how good you look in your hairpiece. These facts are important to understand before you make your purchase. The remainder of this blog, therefore, has been written to assist you in that study.
There is no reason to provide further information on hair transplants, hair weaving, anchors under the skin, etc. Those techniques are all a part of a small, specialized segment of the hair restoration industry, and anyone soliciting such methods will be more than happy to go into further detail. (If you do select one of those methods, however, please keep in mind the facts presented earlier in this blog. They are valid facts, and if the the person you deal with refuses to acknowledge the risks and disadvantages along with the benefits, perhaps you should look for a more hones practitioner before investing your money.)
The hairpiece, on the other hand, is the most popular method of hair replacement available. And since this manual is designed to help the greatest majority, there exists a need to go into this subject further. Here, then, is your guide to hairpieces, a guide designed to aid you in your selection of a truly effective weapon against hair loss.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Monday, November 21, 2011
Wigs As Hair Replacement Systems
Certainly not a Johnny-come-lately, the wig has been around for centuries.
It first gained popularity with the Egyptians who, due to their dislike for natural hair, made shaved baldness, covered by wigs, the accepted custom. Their wigs were purposely designed to look false in order to show the Egyptian contempt for all that was hairy.
Throughout the decades, wigs have developed a history of their own. One century has supported them; the next banned them. In this country, they were very acceptable during our formative years. In fact, powered periwigs were worn by many of our most respectable forefathers.
Today, men's wigs are used more as a change of hairstyle rather than for ornamentation. Basically, their popularity is confined to young men who want to temporarily change the look of their hair from an acceptable business style to a more sporty and "with-it" look during their hours of socializing. For this purpose, they usually serve the wearer well.
In spite of the many years of existence, however, they have not yet been perfected enough to be truly practical. Furthermore, although great advances have been made in the production of women's wigs, those designed for men are not of a comparable quality, and thus, have a shorter life span.
A wig covers the entire scalp, and consequently, most of the scalp's breathing room. In the case of a man who is losing his hair, this coverage is unnecessary. Only his balding area needs to be hidden.
Unfortunately, most men's wigs are still detectable and often the cause for many a man to be the subject of ridicule. They can also be quite warm and uncomfortable for the average wearer.
Therefore, as a full-time cover up, the wig has little demand.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
It first gained popularity with the Egyptians who, due to their dislike for natural hair, made shaved baldness, covered by wigs, the accepted custom. Their wigs were purposely designed to look false in order to show the Egyptian contempt for all that was hairy.
Throughout the decades, wigs have developed a history of their own. One century has supported them; the next banned them. In this country, they were very acceptable during our formative years. In fact, powered periwigs were worn by many of our most respectable forefathers.
Today, men's wigs are used more as a change of hairstyle rather than for ornamentation. Basically, their popularity is confined to young men who want to temporarily change the look of their hair from an acceptable business style to a more sporty and "with-it" look during their hours of socializing. For this purpose, they usually serve the wearer well.
In spite of the many years of existence, however, they have not yet been perfected enough to be truly practical. Furthermore, although great advances have been made in the production of women's wigs, those designed for men are not of a comparable quality, and thus, have a shorter life span.
A wig covers the entire scalp, and consequently, most of the scalp's breathing room. In the case of a man who is losing his hair, this coverage is unnecessary. Only his balding area needs to be hidden.
Unfortunately, most men's wigs are still detectable and often the cause for many a man to be the subject of ridicule. They can also be quite warm and uncomfortable for the average wearer.
Therefore, as a full-time cover up, the wig has little demand.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Psychic Healing Hair Restoration
Based on the teachings of Edgar Cayce is a theory that hair can be both restored and retained through positive belief. Advocates of the idea claim that if you follow their program, heredity needn't have the final word on baldness.
Clients are encouraged to undergo weekly or biweekly sessions for an average period of one year, during which time their hair is analyzed, vegetable packs are baked into their hair (to restore its vitality), and shock treatments are administered to their scalps (to step up circulation and nourishment of the cells).
Developers of the process seem quite dedicated to the procedure, but they are the first to admit that if a patron doesn't believe his hair can return, his own mind will keep it from happening. Thus, if the process fails, the operator is relieved of all responsibility. In effect, he can simply admonish the patron by saying: "sorry, it's not my fault! You didn't believe it could work!"
The question here is not whether Edgar Cayce's principles are applicable as a solution to baldness (perhaps they could be!), but rather, whether his latest "followers" are trying to spoof the public. (Perhaps they are!) It is very difficult to determine a person's integrity in an instance such as this. Do not waste your time and money on this type of hair replacement.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Clients are encouraged to undergo weekly or biweekly sessions for an average period of one year, during which time their hair is analyzed, vegetable packs are baked into their hair (to restore its vitality), and shock treatments are administered to their scalps (to step up circulation and nourishment of the cells).
Developers of the process seem quite dedicated to the procedure, but they are the first to admit that if a patron doesn't believe his hair can return, his own mind will keep it from happening. Thus, if the process fails, the operator is relieved of all responsibility. In effect, he can simply admonish the patron by saying: "sorry, it's not my fault! You didn't believe it could work!"
The question here is not whether Edgar Cayce's principles are applicable as a solution to baldness (perhaps they could be!), but rather, whether his latest "followers" are trying to spoof the public. (Perhaps they are!) It is very difficult to determine a person's integrity in an instance such as this. Do not waste your time and money on this type of hair replacement.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Sectional Hair Implants
Sectional implanting is a relatively new method whereby human hair is embedded by degrees into a strong, tissue-thin membrane. The membrane is adhered to the scalp before the hair is added.
The advantages of this accidents or burns, but it is not yet widely accepted by the barbering profession as a convenient means of hair replacement for the balding man.
In spite of claims that the membrane is skin-like and thin enough not to cause discomfort, it is, nevertheless, difficult for the scalp to breathe when completely covered by any type of synthetic or plastic. In addition, one has to wonder at the advisability of wearing something that does not allow the scalp to be accessible for easy cleaning.
The most important factor that you'll have to consider in your evaluation of this method is whether or not you would be comfortable with your scalp encased in a synthetic membrane.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
The advantages of this accidents or burns, but it is not yet widely accepted by the barbering profession as a convenient means of hair replacement for the balding man.
In spite of claims that the membrane is skin-like and thin enough not to cause discomfort, it is, nevertheless, difficult for the scalp to breathe when completely covered by any type of synthetic or plastic. In addition, one has to wonder at the advisability of wearing something that does not allow the scalp to be accessible for easy cleaning.
The most important factor that you'll have to consider in your evaluation of this method is whether or not you would be comfortable with your scalp encased in a synthetic membrane.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Anchors Under The Skin
This is one of the older not commonly used procedures anymore this procedure is a take off on the hair-weaving industry. Certain hair weavers employ doctors to literally anchor hair tufts to the scalp with plastic-coated steel wire. Various companies have an assortment of names for the process, each insisting that theirs is a less painful and safer method than those of their competitors. but they all revolve around the same principle--and the process does hurt, and it is not perfectly safe!
No matter how hard they try to make their literature convey the fact that theirs is not a medical operation, the truth remains--it is a form of surgery. (How else could you categorize steel stitches being anchored into the scalp?)Therefore, the client runs the risk of all common surgical implications.
Although it is a somewhat more permanent method of hair replacement than regular hair weaving, it has the same disadvantages and more. It is even harder to clean around the sutures than woven hair, and often times the body rejects it, forcing it to the surface.
Due to the filling of several affidavits by clients complaining of bleeding, headaches, infections, and even tumors, the Federal Trade Commission has cracked down on the reputability of the industry's claims.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
No matter how hard they try to make their literature convey the fact that theirs is not a medical operation, the truth remains--it is a form of surgery. (How else could you categorize steel stitches being anchored into the scalp?)Therefore, the client runs the risk of all common surgical implications.
Although it is a somewhat more permanent method of hair replacement than regular hair weaving, it has the same disadvantages and more. It is even harder to clean around the sutures than woven hair, and often times the body rejects it, forcing it to the surface.
Due to the filling of several affidavits by clients complaining of bleeding, headaches, infections, and even tumors, the Federal Trade Commission has cracked down on the reputability of the industry's claims.
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Hair Weaving
The hair weaving process consists of weaving the fringe hair of a balding man with thread to form up to six seams across his barren skull. Patches of hair are then sewn to these seams and the client's new hair is cut and styled.
Although the new hair is never removed by the customer himself, it is not permanent. The added hair must be tightened at least ounce a month as the patrons' own hair grows and pushes the woven thatch out of place.
Obviously, there are qualified people who are dedicated to this profession, but their reputation somewhat marred as a result of the antics of phonies. Probably no other hair replacement method has been so seriously infiltrated by fly-by-nighters as hair weaving. Looking to get rich quick and not bothering to learn the trade, unreliable characters have opened up dozens of hair weaving (or hair weft) parlors in every major city, only to close them down when officials or dissatisfied customers get too hot on their heels.
The initial investment can be as high as $800. Monthly re-tightening expenses average $50 per session. Unfortunately, this can run into thousands of dollars over a period of years.
In addition, customers are asked to come back for their shampoos to insure the safety of the wefts or weaving. Hair and scalp become very difficult to keep clean, because ordinary washing of the hair and weaves can cause melting and accumulation of dirt under the seams. If the hair is handled harshly, the wefts can be torn from the scalp, resulting in bleeding or even infection.
The patron's own hair is stretched by this process and is actually pulled out one-half to one inch beyond where it should be at the time. Certainly this doesn't do much for the health of the hair!
When the added hair oxidized (charges color because of wear and exposure to the elements), it must be cut loose and the process is repeated at an additional expense to the client.
Seems like a lot of time, a lot of discomfort, a lot of inconvenience, and a lot of money!
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Although the new hair is never removed by the customer himself, it is not permanent. The added hair must be tightened at least ounce a month as the patrons' own hair grows and pushes the woven thatch out of place.
Obviously, there are qualified people who are dedicated to this profession, but their reputation somewhat marred as a result of the antics of phonies. Probably no other hair replacement method has been so seriously infiltrated by fly-by-nighters as hair weaving. Looking to get rich quick and not bothering to learn the trade, unreliable characters have opened up dozens of hair weaving (or hair weft) parlors in every major city, only to close them down when officials or dissatisfied customers get too hot on their heels.
The initial investment can be as high as $800. Monthly re-tightening expenses average $50 per session. Unfortunately, this can run into thousands of dollars over a period of years.
In addition, customers are asked to come back for their shampoos to insure the safety of the wefts or weaving. Hair and scalp become very difficult to keep clean, because ordinary washing of the hair and weaves can cause melting and accumulation of dirt under the seams. If the hair is handled harshly, the wefts can be torn from the scalp, resulting in bleeding or even infection.
The patron's own hair is stretched by this process and is actually pulled out one-half to one inch beyond where it should be at the time. Certainly this doesn't do much for the health of the hair!
When the added hair oxidized (charges color because of wear and exposure to the elements), it must be cut loose and the process is repeated at an additional expense to the client.
Seems like a lot of time, a lot of discomfort, a lot of inconvenience, and a lot of money!
David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Monday, November 14, 2011
Hair Transplants
If you are looking for a permanent type of hair replacement, something that can become a part of you, chances are that someone will recommend a hair transplant.
Its greatest advantage is that you'll be able to say it's your own hair--because, in effect, it will be. It is the most permanent type of hair replacement available. Once it is completed and your system has accepted it, you can work, play, sleep, and even swim, and never have to remove your hair.
It may sound tempting, but a transplant is not something you should jump into blindly. It is strongly recommended that you look, and look carefully, before you leap. It may be for you, but if you find out that it isn't and you already have had the initial steps performed, it could be a disaster!
A transplant requires more of an investment, both in time and money, than any other method of hair replacement; and although it can be quite attractive if properly carried out, there are no guarantees.
A transplant is a minor operation carried out under local anesthesia in a doctor's office. The patient can usually sit upright in a chair while healthy hair from the back of his scalp is transferred to the balding areas on the top and top and front of his head.
With the use of a circular punch, the doctor bores out plugs of bald scalp and switches them with plugs of scalp that are capable of bearing hair. (Various shape punches have been known to be used, but the circular punch remains superior.) The entire operation requires more than one session, so the patient returns for more punching and plugging at two-week intervals.
It is important to realize that the newly transferred hair stubs will shed within a few weeks. It takes as long as 10 to 20 weeks after the operation before new hair begins to grow, because the hair roots go into a resting stage after the trauma of being transplanted. The patient goes through a period of nearly a year of having the transplanted area resemble cornfield stubble much more than it does hair.
Blonde hair, grey hair and red hair gives less impressive results, since they do not have the appearance of being as thick as dark hair of the same thickness.
No matter how minor the operation, a transplant is surgery, and one must be concerned with the usual surgical questions such as wound healing, clot formation, bleeding tendencies, etc. In addition, there is also a possibility that patients having diabetes could develop hypoglycemia associated with the stress of the procedure, and those who fail to admit to underlying cardiovascular ailments may also be in great danger.
Usually, a certain amount of pain can be expected when the anesthetic wears off, and patients must often put up with black eyes, tearing, swelling, etc., after each session. Itching and a discharge of sebaceous matter at the donor site are also common nuisance. For this reason, if a man is being forced to get the operation by a wife or girlfriend, the minor discomfort may turn into major problems as a result of the psychological trauma.
The procedure is open territory for anybody in medicine who feels qualified, be he a dermatologist, a general practitioner, a head and neck plastic surgeon, a psychiatrist, a pathologist, etc. According to the American Hair Loss Association “It is also important to note that surgery should always be your last resort after all attempts to stop the progression of your hair loss have been exhausted. Currently in the United States the field of surgical hair restoration is completely unregulated by both the government and the medical community. In the US any licensed physician can legally perform hair transplant surgery without any prior surgical training or accreditation of any kind. Every physician, MD or DO, has the legal right to pick up a scalpel and proclaim him/herself a qualified hair transplant surgeon”. in some cases much of the work is entrusted simply to technicians. As you can imagine, with such a variety of operators, many of whom have never shown any surgical aptitude before, the results are sometimes failures, and the patient suffers severe emotional and physical scars.
If the procedure is not planned properly before it is begun, failures can result. Perhaps a patient really does not have enough healthy hair left to donate to the balding area. The fact must be accepted that progress in balding of the scalp will require additional transplants to the newly naked areas.
Doing transplants in the frontal area of a man in his twenties may commit him to transplants for the rest of his life as male pattern alopecia progresses. No one can guarantee that he will have sufficient healthy hair left for subsequent operations required. Furthermore, grafts of hair-bearing scalp taken from an area which is becoming bald will themselves bald at the same time as the area of the scalp from which they were removed.
Failures can also result if the procedure is not executed properly by the physician. Some doctors are not realistic about what a man's natural hairline should look like, and they are seen devising new hairlines never before seen in the history of human nature!
The size of a graft must be no larger than 4mm to survive. However, since skin punches are available in large sizes, a number of surgeons are tempted to use them. Then, there is little or no hair growth. Several of grafts become red, granulating, and ulcerated, because the epidermis did not survive. All that remains is scar tissue, just as occurs when a technician goofs and puts the grafts in backwards or lets them dry out before they are planted.
To make matter worse, if the transplants do not take, the patient will then not only have surgical scars on the bald area.
Perhaps the most prohibitive factor in selecting this method of hair replacement is the cost. Plan on investing at least 5,000 to 10,000.
It is only fair at this point to acknowledge that numerous hair transplants have been successfully completed. But when you consider what is involved in order to achieve success, the fact remains--it is a gamble. many have bet on it and have come out winners. Only you can decide if you want to take the risk. The stakes are high. the jackpot is a tempting target. But to lose could be quite a financial, a physical and an emotional set-back!
The hair doctor David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Its greatest advantage is that you'll be able to say it's your own hair--because, in effect, it will be. It is the most permanent type of hair replacement available. Once it is completed and your system has accepted it, you can work, play, sleep, and even swim, and never have to remove your hair.
It may sound tempting, but a transplant is not something you should jump into blindly. It is strongly recommended that you look, and look carefully, before you leap. It may be for you, but if you find out that it isn't and you already have had the initial steps performed, it could be a disaster!
A transplant requires more of an investment, both in time and money, than any other method of hair replacement; and although it can be quite attractive if properly carried out, there are no guarantees.
A transplant is a minor operation carried out under local anesthesia in a doctor's office. The patient can usually sit upright in a chair while healthy hair from the back of his scalp is transferred to the balding areas on the top and top and front of his head.
With the use of a circular punch, the doctor bores out plugs of bald scalp and switches them with plugs of scalp that are capable of bearing hair. (Various shape punches have been known to be used, but the circular punch remains superior.) The entire operation requires more than one session, so the patient returns for more punching and plugging at two-week intervals.
It is important to realize that the newly transferred hair stubs will shed within a few weeks. It takes as long as 10 to 20 weeks after the operation before new hair begins to grow, because the hair roots go into a resting stage after the trauma of being transplanted. The patient goes through a period of nearly a year of having the transplanted area resemble cornfield stubble much more than it does hair.
Blonde hair, grey hair and red hair gives less impressive results, since they do not have the appearance of being as thick as dark hair of the same thickness.
No matter how minor the operation, a transplant is surgery, and one must be concerned with the usual surgical questions such as wound healing, clot formation, bleeding tendencies, etc. In addition, there is also a possibility that patients having diabetes could develop hypoglycemia associated with the stress of the procedure, and those who fail to admit to underlying cardiovascular ailments may also be in great danger.
Usually, a certain amount of pain can be expected when the anesthetic wears off, and patients must often put up with black eyes, tearing, swelling, etc., after each session. Itching and a discharge of sebaceous matter at the donor site are also common nuisance. For this reason, if a man is being forced to get the operation by a wife or girlfriend, the minor discomfort may turn into major problems as a result of the psychological trauma.
The procedure is open territory for anybody in medicine who feels qualified, be he a dermatologist, a general practitioner, a head and neck plastic surgeon, a psychiatrist, a pathologist, etc. According to the American Hair Loss Association “It is also important to note that surgery should always be your last resort after all attempts to stop the progression of your hair loss have been exhausted. Currently in the United States the field of surgical hair restoration is completely unregulated by both the government and the medical community. In the US any licensed physician can legally perform hair transplant surgery without any prior surgical training or accreditation of any kind. Every physician, MD or DO, has the legal right to pick up a scalpel and proclaim him/herself a qualified hair transplant surgeon”. in some cases much of the work is entrusted simply to technicians. As you can imagine, with such a variety of operators, many of whom have never shown any surgical aptitude before, the results are sometimes failures, and the patient suffers severe emotional and physical scars.
If the procedure is not planned properly before it is begun, failures can result. Perhaps a patient really does not have enough healthy hair left to donate to the balding area. The fact must be accepted that progress in balding of the scalp will require additional transplants to the newly naked areas.
Doing transplants in the frontal area of a man in his twenties may commit him to transplants for the rest of his life as male pattern alopecia progresses. No one can guarantee that he will have sufficient healthy hair left for subsequent operations required. Furthermore, grafts of hair-bearing scalp taken from an area which is becoming bald will themselves bald at the same time as the area of the scalp from which they were removed.
Failures can also result if the procedure is not executed properly by the physician. Some doctors are not realistic about what a man's natural hairline should look like, and they are seen devising new hairlines never before seen in the history of human nature!
The size of a graft must be no larger than 4mm to survive. However, since skin punches are available in large sizes, a number of surgeons are tempted to use them. Then, there is little or no hair growth. Several of grafts become red, granulating, and ulcerated, because the epidermis did not survive. All that remains is scar tissue, just as occurs when a technician goofs and puts the grafts in backwards or lets them dry out before they are planted.
To make matter worse, if the transplants do not take, the patient will then not only have surgical scars on the bald area.
Perhaps the most prohibitive factor in selecting this method of hair replacement is the cost. Plan on investing at least 5,000 to 10,000.
It is only fair at this point to acknowledge that numerous hair transplants have been successfully completed. But when you consider what is involved in order to achieve success, the fact remains--it is a gamble. many have bet on it and have come out winners. Only you can decide if you want to take the risk. The stakes are high. the jackpot is a tempting target. But to lose could be quite a financial, a physical and an emotional set-back!
The hair doctor David Hansen
www.davidhansen.com
Saturday, November 12, 2011
The Hair Replacement Alternatives
The Hair Replacement Alternatives
Time is important
Even if Mother Nature does not refuse to cooperate, baldness is unnecessary. If you really want a full head of hair, there are several methods of hair replacement available.
To assure yourself of an effective camouflage, however, Don't wait until it's too late. The time to effectively initiate one of these programs is when a small area is balding significantly. If you delay your decision until the scalp area is totally bald, others will be more aware of the change.
Consider, also, the fact that the younger you are, thus, the fact that your hair may still be untouched by graying the more obvious your balding is to others. The message, then, is simply to enjoy whatever means of hair replacement you intend to use as soon as possible, before it reaches the point where it would be a conspicuous change in your appearance.
Of course, even the most intelligent of men, at one time or another, have ignored the need to take action in certain matter. If you, too, have already waited longer than you should have, get with it now! True, it may be more noticeable to others at first, but if you take special precautions by dealing only with professional, the fact remains that your new hair will look better than your shiny scalp. And remember, only a fool would ridicule you for doing something to enhance your appearance. Most people will respect you for taking care of yourself if you do it well.
It stands to reason that some techniques are better than others, and, just as in anything else, you'll want to study the pros and cons of each before making a choice. The next few blogs will be designed to facilitate that analysis by giving you a candid view of the most common alternatives offered.
They will include, hair transplants, hair weaving, anchors under the skin, sectional implants, psychic healing, wigs, and hair pieces. Stay tuned...
The Hair Replacement Specialist David Hansen.
www.davidhansen.com
Time is important
Even if Mother Nature does not refuse to cooperate, baldness is unnecessary. If you really want a full head of hair, there are several methods of hair replacement available.
To assure yourself of an effective camouflage, however, Don't wait until it's too late. The time to effectively initiate one of these programs is when a small area is balding significantly. If you delay your decision until the scalp area is totally bald, others will be more aware of the change.
Consider, also, the fact that the younger you are, thus, the fact that your hair may still be untouched by graying the more obvious your balding is to others. The message, then, is simply to enjoy whatever means of hair replacement you intend to use as soon as possible, before it reaches the point where it would be a conspicuous change in your appearance.
Of course, even the most intelligent of men, at one time or another, have ignored the need to take action in certain matter. If you, too, have already waited longer than you should have, get with it now! True, it may be more noticeable to others at first, but if you take special precautions by dealing only with professional, the fact remains that your new hair will look better than your shiny scalp. And remember, only a fool would ridicule you for doing something to enhance your appearance. Most people will respect you for taking care of yourself if you do it well.
It stands to reason that some techniques are better than others, and, just as in anything else, you'll want to study the pros and cons of each before making a choice. The next few blogs will be designed to facilitate that analysis by giving you a candid view of the most common alternatives offered.
They will include, hair transplants, hair weaving, anchors under the skin, sectional implants, psychic healing, wigs, and hair pieces. Stay tuned...
The Hair Replacement Specialist David Hansen.
www.davidhansen.com
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Baldness: Can it be cured?
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Heredity, often the cause
Most family traditions are cherished throughout the years, reproduced by each succeeding generation. Usually customs bring back found memories, reminiscent of the "good old days". But there is one thing that most men would not like to be passed from generation to generation--that is baldness.
The average man dreads baldness. It signifies a time of loss to him: loss of his virile looks, loss of his youth, loss of his ability to impress his co-workers and the opposite sex. In addition, to make his predicament seem an even greater injustice, baldness often strikes his appearance before he inwardly feels the effects of his age. The vim and vigor of a young man are often trapped inside what appears to be an aging man's body.
While baldness id definitely not a deliberate age-old custom, the fact remains that its occurrence follows a steady pattern, sooner or later affecting the majority of men. In fact, it is believed that this repetitive quality-- the heredity factor-- is the number one cause of baldness, responsible for 90% of this nation's thinning scalps.
If your family tree shows a history of baldness, you're likely to inherit the tendency. Of course, there are exceptions, but many believe that if the heredity comes down through your mother's side of the family, chances of you being affected by it are greatly increased.
This heredity baldness begins to take effect at a very early age, usually around the time of puberty. The increased influence of male hormones starts off a chain reaction in the papillae, so that instead of contributing to produce strong and healthy hairs, one after the other begins turning out weaker and less durable fibers. The process is almost undetectable at this early age, but the stage is set. The hairs produced will continue to weaken with maturity, until they no longer have enough strength to remain on the scalp. Finally, a shiny, bald patch is all that remains where hair ounce grew, shiny because the hair is now dead and no longer can perform its functions of absorbing and controlling scalp secretions and oils.
Can anything be done?
For centuries men have searched in vain for the key to baldness, a means whereby it could be stopped or reversed. Modern medicine has not been able to be of much help in this matter. Currently there are no commercially-available drugs which will correct this problem. Hair replacement methods, therefore, are either surgical or mechanical.
However, researchers tell us that an answer may be close at hand. they are aware that androgen are the hormones that affect male growth. The androgens are responsible for nurturing the growth of beard, chest, pubic, and underarm hair. On the other hand, they tend to stop hair growth on the upper scalp of men who have a family tradition of hair loss. Even more puzzling is the fact that they have absolutely no effect upon the fringe hair on the side and the back of a man's scalp. The key to stopping baldness lies in controlling these androgens--preventing them from inhibiting hair growth on the upper scalp, while allowing them to continue their growth stimulation in other areas.
perhaps the solution is close at hand, as scientists claim, but for the present, there is no real "cure" none that can help the man who is balding today. The only solutions available are temporary.
It is believed by some that skin and scalp treatments deter the balding process if administered before thinning becomes excessive. To a certain extent these widely-advertised products are beneficial. They stimulate circulation, stabilize activity on the scalp, and consequently increase the health of the hair. But this is not a permanent answer to the problem. Since most hair loss is due to heredity, this only prolongs the inevitable and in the majority of cases is not even capable of that.
Scalp massage is another avenue recommended by some barbers for patrons who have started to lose their hair. The results are somewhat similar to treatments: the skin and hair are nourished; fat cells are reduced; circulation and glandular activity is increased; and the nerves are soothed and rested. As a result, this can be quite effective in slowing down hair loss. But ounce again, if the tendency to grow bald has been predetermined by one's genes, it is not a permanent solution, no matter how much hope is put into the endeavor.
The fact remains, then, that baldness is a common nuisance that will affect a substantial number of this nation's males. You have only two choices available if you are one of the victims:
(1) Accept your fate and try to make the most of baldness
(2) Fight back by choosing the most appropriate means of hair replacement.
If you are among the fighters, then this blog is dedicated to you.
Get more information at www.davidhansen.com
Heredity, often the cause
Most family traditions are cherished throughout the years, reproduced by each succeeding generation. Usually customs bring back found memories, reminiscent of the "good old days". But there is one thing that most men would not like to be passed from generation to generation--that is baldness.
The average man dreads baldness. It signifies a time of loss to him: loss of his virile looks, loss of his youth, loss of his ability to impress his co-workers and the opposite sex. In addition, to make his predicament seem an even greater injustice, baldness often strikes his appearance before he inwardly feels the effects of his age. The vim and vigor of a young man are often trapped inside what appears to be an aging man's body.
While baldness id definitely not a deliberate age-old custom, the fact remains that its occurrence follows a steady pattern, sooner or later affecting the majority of men. In fact, it is believed that this repetitive quality-- the heredity factor-- is the number one cause of baldness, responsible for 90% of this nation's thinning scalps.
If your family tree shows a history of baldness, you're likely to inherit the tendency. Of course, there are exceptions, but many believe that if the heredity comes down through your mother's side of the family, chances of you being affected by it are greatly increased.
This heredity baldness begins to take effect at a very early age, usually around the time of puberty. The increased influence of male hormones starts off a chain reaction in the papillae, so that instead of contributing to produce strong and healthy hairs, one after the other begins turning out weaker and less durable fibers. The process is almost undetectable at this early age, but the stage is set. The hairs produced will continue to weaken with maturity, until they no longer have enough strength to remain on the scalp. Finally, a shiny, bald patch is all that remains where hair ounce grew, shiny because the hair is now dead and no longer can perform its functions of absorbing and controlling scalp secretions and oils.
Can anything be done?
For centuries men have searched in vain for the key to baldness, a means whereby it could be stopped or reversed. Modern medicine has not been able to be of much help in this matter. Currently there are no commercially-available drugs which will correct this problem. Hair replacement methods, therefore, are either surgical or mechanical.
However, researchers tell us that an answer may be close at hand. they are aware that androgen are the hormones that affect male growth. The androgens are responsible for nurturing the growth of beard, chest, pubic, and underarm hair. On the other hand, they tend to stop hair growth on the upper scalp of men who have a family tradition of hair loss. Even more puzzling is the fact that they have absolutely no effect upon the fringe hair on the side and the back of a man's scalp. The key to stopping baldness lies in controlling these androgens--preventing them from inhibiting hair growth on the upper scalp, while allowing them to continue their growth stimulation in other areas.
perhaps the solution is close at hand, as scientists claim, but for the present, there is no real "cure" none that can help the man who is balding today. The only solutions available are temporary.
It is believed by some that skin and scalp treatments deter the balding process if administered before thinning becomes excessive. To a certain extent these widely-advertised products are beneficial. They stimulate circulation, stabilize activity on the scalp, and consequently increase the health of the hair. But this is not a permanent answer to the problem. Since most hair loss is due to heredity, this only prolongs the inevitable and in the majority of cases is not even capable of that.
Scalp massage is another avenue recommended by some barbers for patrons who have started to lose their hair. The results are somewhat similar to treatments: the skin and hair are nourished; fat cells are reduced; circulation and glandular activity is increased; and the nerves are soothed and rested. As a result, this can be quite effective in slowing down hair loss. But ounce again, if the tendency to grow bald has been predetermined by one's genes, it is not a permanent solution, no matter how much hope is put into the endeavor.
The fact remains, then, that baldness is a common nuisance that will affect a substantial number of this nation's males. You have only two choices available if you are one of the victims:
(1) Accept your fate and try to make the most of baldness
(2) Fight back by choosing the most appropriate means of hair replacement.
If you are among the fighters, then this blog is dedicated to you.
Get more information at www.davidhansen.com
Monday, November 7, 2011
Shedding hair loss is natural
Above all, don’t panic when you see a few hairs fall into the sink as you comb your hair each morning. This is a purely natural happening, characteristic not only of man, but of a number of nature’s creatures.
When hair is normal and healthy, each individual hair acts independently and progresses through a steady cycle. There are three phases to this progression:
(1) Growth
(2) Fall
(3) Replacement
The average growth rate for hair on the scalp is approximately one-half inch per month, varying somewhat between races, sex and age groups.
To make room for new hair, nature provides for a certain amount of hair to be shed daily at an average of 50 to 100 hairs per day. There is no cause for alarm unless your daily hair loss exceeds this average. If this occurs, consult with your dermatologist. You may have a scalp or hair disorder requiring immediate attention.
The true life span of hair is still under study, but it is believed to range between two to four years. Naturally, the health of the hair, climate conditions, personal characteristics and heredity all have an effect on this life span.
Some hair recession and thinning is common to every man. When you stop to consider that you probably have over 100,000 hairs on your head, you realize that you can afford to lose quite few–as long as they are being replaced by healthy papillae. But it is a fact that at least one out of every five Caucasian men will eventually notice their normal recession turning into full-scale baldness. If your daily hair loss exceeds the estimated average, then the next blog will be for you. It will help you determine whether your problem is controllable or permanent and what to do in either situation. Stay tuned…
www.davidhansen.com
When hair is normal and healthy, each individual hair acts independently and progresses through a steady cycle. There are three phases to this progression:
(1) Growth
(2) Fall
(3) Replacement
The average growth rate for hair on the scalp is approximately one-half inch per month, varying somewhat between races, sex and age groups.
To make room for new hair, nature provides for a certain amount of hair to be shed daily at an average of 50 to 100 hairs per day. There is no cause for alarm unless your daily hair loss exceeds this average. If this occurs, consult with your dermatologist. You may have a scalp or hair disorder requiring immediate attention.
The true life span of hair is still under study, but it is believed to range between two to four years. Naturally, the health of the hair, climate conditions, personal characteristics and heredity all have an effect on this life span.
Some hair recession and thinning is common to every man. When you stop to consider that you probably have over 100,000 hairs on your head, you realize that you can afford to lose quite few–as long as they are being replaced by healthy papillae. But it is a fact that at least one out of every five Caucasian men will eventually notice their normal recession turning into full-scale baldness. If your daily hair loss exceeds the estimated average, then the next blog will be for you. It will help you determine whether your problem is controllable or permanent and what to do in either situation. Stay tuned…
www.davidhansen.com
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Influences On Hair Growth
Connected to the hair follicles are oil glands (technically called sebaceous glands). Herein is where trouble often begins. The glands, designed to secrete an oily substance, known as sebum, give shine and pliability to the hair and a supply softness to the skin. Frequently, however, these glands malfunction. If, in this malfunction, too much oil is secreted, an oily dandruff results on the scalp. This can be major contributing cause of hair loss and, eventually, baldness.
Five major factors contribute to the overproduction of the oil glands:
1. An overabundance of sweat, starch, and fatty foods in a person's diet.
2. The circulation of blood, which, due to an improper diet, does not contain sufficient nourishment.
3. Mental or emotional stress and strain, taking its toll on all parts of the body via the nervous system.
4. A decrease in the activity of the endocrine glands, glands which become very active during adolescence, but which slow down with age.
5. Drugs and medication, especially hormones, taken without a perscription or medical advice.
A candid evaluation of these factors reveals that they could be almost controlled by an individual willing to do so. Even if you've neglected them in the past, you may still have a fighting chance. Remember, as long as the papilla is not destroyed, hair will continue to grow--even if it is pulled out by the roots. Ounce a papilla is killed, however, hair can never grow from the hair follicle again.
Your papillae will continue to live as long as the rest of your body does unless they suffer a premature death caused by a serious scalp infection, a hard blow, a severe wound or burn, or an abundance of X-rays and treatments used to combat such diseases as cancer. If improperly nourished, the papillae will react like any other part of the body--they will eventually weaken and cease functioning.
Therefore, the indispensability of a healthy body to a healthy head of hair cannot be over-emphasized. I am not speaking of health merely from the physical side, but equally significant is your emotional health. Stress and strain can have a disastrous effect on the life of your hair. In fact, simply worrying about baldness can increase your chances of being plagued by it!
You can create temporary bald patches on your scalp by a subconscious nervous habit, such as rubbing the scalp or tugging at your hair. In these cases, however, you are damaging only the hair, and once the habit is broken, the papillae are again free to replace that hair loss.
Hair growth will also be affected by influences such as age, seasons of the year, and climate. It will grow at a faster pace between ages of 15 to 30, but growth begins to decline radically between the ages of 50 and 60. Heat in the air will cause hair to expand and absorb moisture; moisture in the air increases the natural curl of the hair; and cold air will cause hair to contract.
Contrary to popular belief, the growth of hair will not be increased by cutting or close shaving. Nor will the application of conditioning oil or creams increase the rate of growth. True, they lubricate the hair shaft and make hair appear softer and more manageable, but they are not capable of feeding and nourishing the hair.
Five major factors contribute to the overproduction of the oil glands:
1. An overabundance of sweat, starch, and fatty foods in a person's diet.
2. The circulation of blood, which, due to an improper diet, does not contain sufficient nourishment.
3. Mental or emotional stress and strain, taking its toll on all parts of the body via the nervous system.
4. A decrease in the activity of the endocrine glands, glands which become very active during adolescence, but which slow down with age.
5. Drugs and medication, especially hormones, taken without a perscription or medical advice.
A candid evaluation of these factors reveals that they could be almost controlled by an individual willing to do so. Even if you've neglected them in the past, you may still have a fighting chance. Remember, as long as the papilla is not destroyed, hair will continue to grow--even if it is pulled out by the roots. Ounce a papilla is killed, however, hair can never grow from the hair follicle again.
Your papillae will continue to live as long as the rest of your body does unless they suffer a premature death caused by a serious scalp infection, a hard blow, a severe wound or burn, or an abundance of X-rays and treatments used to combat such diseases as cancer. If improperly nourished, the papillae will react like any other part of the body--they will eventually weaken and cease functioning.
Therefore, the indispensability of a healthy body to a healthy head of hair cannot be over-emphasized. I am not speaking of health merely from the physical side, but equally significant is your emotional health. Stress and strain can have a disastrous effect on the life of your hair. In fact, simply worrying about baldness can increase your chances of being plagued by it!
You can create temporary bald patches on your scalp by a subconscious nervous habit, such as rubbing the scalp or tugging at your hair. In these cases, however, you are damaging only the hair, and once the habit is broken, the papillae are again free to replace that hair loss.
Hair growth will also be affected by influences such as age, seasons of the year, and climate. It will grow at a faster pace between ages of 15 to 30, but growth begins to decline radically between the ages of 50 and 60. Heat in the air will cause hair to expand and absorb moisture; moisture in the air increases the natural curl of the hair; and cold air will cause hair to contract.
Contrary to popular belief, the growth of hair will not be increased by cutting or close shaving. Nor will the application of conditioning oil or creams increase the rate of growth. True, they lubricate the hair shaft and make hair appear softer and more manageable, but they are not capable of feeding and nourishing the hair.
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
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