Early Signs of Balding
Many of the most effective treatments for hair loss have better results when they are started as early as possible. But identifying when to start that treatment requires noticing the early stages of balding. Like many unpleasantries, the key to early treatment is early detection – and that means knowing what to look for. Balding […]
Does Towel Drying Cause Hair Loss?
Many people know that hair care can contribute to some form of hair loss. What fewer people understand are all the variables that go into proper hair care. Everything from the frequency of washing, the type of shampoo used and the method of drying can contribute to hair loss or breakage. To be clear, some […]
Sun Exposure and Hair Loss
Spending time in the summer sunshine is a beloved seasonal tradition. Most of us would rather be sitting on the beach or hitting a few balls on the court than being cooped up indoors. We love our sunny weather outdoor time! We also know that there is a fine line between reaping the benefits of […]
What is Alma TED?
Hair thinning or hair loss can be frustrating or even downright stressful. It is a challenge that no one asks for, and one that can be made more difficult if one is leery of needles, surgery, or oral medications. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could regrow hair without any of these? Whatever your tolerance […]
Can a Shower Filter Help Prevent Hair Loss?
It is common knowledge that many of our daily habits can harm our hair. Eating a poor diet, leading a stressful lifestyle, avoiding exercise, and not getting enough sleep may cause new or worsening hair loss and poor hair growth. There is another not-so-well-known daily habit that may be quietly damaging our scalp and hair […]
Can You Get an Eyebrow Transplant?
Oftentimes, when we think about hair loss, we focus on how it affects our scalp. After all, as we age, we are more and more likely to experience some balding on our scalp, with many of us experiencing male or female pattern baldness more severely. People affected by hair loss in those instances are often […]
Hair Braids and Alopecia
Many women with natural hair have shied away from braids because of the potential for traction alopecia, but done properly braids can be one of the best ways to protect your hair. Occasional braiding is generally safe. It is when hair is braided regularly and tightly that a person runs the risk of experiencing traction […]
Sexual Activity After Hair Transplant
Americans tend to be very reluctant to ask their doctors about sex. Maybe it is our shared Puritanical history or maybe people prefer the anonymity of the internet. An entire Reddit thread exists about the topic of sex after a hair transplant. So clearly, people have questions. Let us address them directly instead of relying […]
Does Caffeine Cause Hair Loss?
Every once in a while, science turns out to go along with what we hope for or want. Remember when they told us red wine was good for fighting radiation sickness? That is definitely a win. So, with the internet abuzz about the idea that caffeine might be good for your hair… it is hard […]
Seasonal Allergies and Hair Loss
Shifting weather patterns and increases in air pollution may have a greater impact on your hair than you probably realize. It might even contribute to premature balding. Sneezing, itchy eyes and nose, and constant sniffles may be obvious signs of hay fever and seasonal allergies. However, a less common, less immediately noticeable aspect can be […]