If that sounds a little too much like a late-night infomercial, consider that Dr. Shani Francis, a dermatologist in Skokie, Ill., often recommends laser treatments in conjunction with minoxidil in her practice, which is 90 percent female. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that can actually absorb damaging UV light and protect skin cells. It […]

If you think you might be having side effects do the following thing: don’t masturbate, ejaculate, have sex, or even watch porn for that matter, for one week. One week. Just do it. Trust me. Many of you will feel silly for thinking you might have had side effects from finasteride. Dr. Carlos Wesley, a […]

The body uses vitamin A to help with vision and hair growth, however, high levels of vitamin A can have a converse effect and contribute to hair loss. Avoid taking excessive vitamin supplements that could cause a spike in your vitamin A. Certain medications can also be responsible for elevated vitamin A levels, particularly retinoids […]

This is the loss of hair caused by compulsive pulling and bending of the hairs. Due to the constant extraction of the hair roots, permanent hair loss can occur. Onset of this disorder tends to begin around the onset of puberty and usually continues through adulthood. The reasons for hair loss are many. When hair […]

While you cannot fight your genes, you can fight the effects of aging and hormonal imbalance. BodyLogicMD expert physicians use bioidentical hormones to not only prevent further hair loss, but also to restore hair that you’ve already lost. Let us help you give your hair what it needs to grow strong and healthy – and […]

Regular intake of coconut can transform your hair and I have seen this happen: one of my friends started taking coconut oil and coconut meat in her diet and in one year her hair went from being dull and dry to shiny and gorgeous looking. Coconut oil also supports your immune system and has anti-bacterial, […]

10-20% of your hair is always in resting at any given time. Hair loss occurs when your hair falls out without completing this 3 stage cycle. The hair loss becomes permanent when the follicle stops producing hair, leading to balding. There are two types of hair fall that can lead to balding; keep reading to […]

Temporary or permanent hair loss can be caused by several medications, including those for blood pressure problems, diabetes, heart disease and cholesterol.[13] Any that affect the body’s hormone balance can have a pronounced effect: these include the contraceptive pill, hormone replacement therapy, steroids and acne medications.[14] Clients must also use the company’s shampoo, conditioner and […]

A substantially blemished face, back and limbs could point to cystic acne. The most severe form of the condition, cystic acne arises from the same hormonal imbalances that cause hair loss, and is associated with dihydrotestosterone production.[8] Seborrheic dermatitis, a condition in which an excessive amount of sebum is produced and builds up on the […]

Im in the same boat. My only help has been to make my own hair cream to try to stimulate my hair. Its not perfect, still have trouble with a few places but has helped. I go back and forth to Jamaica also. Good luck! Radiation and chemotherapy used to treat cancer are common causes […]