There is now a safe, natural and scientifically advanced way to eliminate the appearance of baldness and thinning hair.

It is not a spray, cream or cover up, and is totally compatible with hair treatments such as minoxidil.

Nanogen is a new complex of tiny, micro-fibres that blend perfectly with existing hairs due to being made of the same organic Keratin protein as real hair.

This gives an instantly fuller, more natural looking head of hair as the fibres transform the thin and colourless “vellus” hair into thicker healthy looking strands. Theatrical artists, entertainers and public personalities use Nanogen extensively.

Nanogen is applied quickly and without mess by simply shaking the container over the thinning area, releasing thousands of microscopic colour-matched hair fibres, which intertwine with, and branch off of the real hairs.

Charged with static electricity, they bond in fir tree patterns along the hair fibre so securely that they will stay in place all day, in strong winds and rain, and will not stain or smear, but can be easily washed out with a shampoo wash.

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Although hair loss is regarded as a modern day problem nothing could be further from the truth.

The ancient Egyptians were searching for a cure over four thousand years ago. The bible also has a few mentions of hair loss within its pages.

Hair loss, it’s problems and the search for a cure is not anything new. For thousands of years, men and women of all countries and races have shared the tragedy of premature hair loss and the hope of discovering a cure.

There is indeed a vast fortune just waiting to be collected for anyone finding the elusive cure.

Hair loss and history

To try and overcome the negative connotations that the words “wig” “hairpiece” and “toupee” conjure up in the minds of most men, the salesmen have a new range of names and terms to help sell their products.

Instead of calling their products wigs, we now have “hair extensions”, “weaves” or some kind of fancy “system”. Some have names like Polystrand , Microweave and Micro system 2000.

In Britain around one and a half million wigs or hair pieces are sold each year, and the industry is worth 150 million annually.

The fact of the matter is that they are all simply wigs: artificial prostheses which are manufactured from either synthetic fibres (such as nylon or acrylic) or from severed human hair.

Often a man who has been wearing a wig for a number of years would love to dispose of it, unfortunately for him it is too big a step psychologically to suddenly just wake up one morning and throw his wig away.

As much as he would love to probably come to terms with his baldness he is not in a position to do so. To suddenly appear in front of all his friends and family with no hair is just too much.

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Nutritional deficiencies can contribute to increased hair shedding by weakening hair shafts that cause breakage to the hair and slow regrowth.

Hair problems that are caused by nutritional deficiencies can be corrected by a proper diet. Principal nutrients that are involved include vitamin A, certain B vitamins, the vitamin biotin, vitamin C, copper, iron, zinc, protein, and water.

Adequate intake of vitamin A is vital in helping to promote the growth and health of cells and tissues throughout the body, including the hair and scalp.

Prolonged vitamin A deficiency can lead to hair loss and dandruff caused by the buildup of cellular debris in the hair follicles.

Hair loss and Diet

If you are experiencing hair loss, you may have considered seeking expert help for your problem. But who should you turn to? And how do you know you’re getting the best care?

Hair loss experts explain how you can find professional help that is reliable, and right for you.

What’s the most common cause of hair loss in men and women?

The three most common causes of hair loss are genetic. The state of your parents hair can tell you a lot about whether you’re going to lose your hair during your lifetime. In both men and women.

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Regaine® is the first and only topical solution which is medically proven to stop hereditary hair loss. Over 5 million people worldwide have used Regaine®.

Clinical trials show it can Slow down or stop hair loss in 4 out of 5 men, while nearly 2 out of 5 will actually regrow hair.

The active ingredient in Regaine® is minoxidil, which has been researched extensively for its effectiveness in treating hair loss.

Scientists believe that it works by helping the blood flow to the cells in your scalp which grow hair, or that it might increase the number of actively growing cells.

Regaine® Extra and Regular Strengths are available, without a prescription, from pharmacies nationwide.

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Serenoa repens is the medical name for the herb saw palmetto. The deep red fruit of this small palm grows wild in warm climates such as those found in the Southeastern United States.

The liposerolic extract of the fruit of Saw Palmetto is the most popular herbal supplement for the promotion of prostate health in Europe.
Research has shown that the herb Saw Palmetto has the same effects as finasteride in treating patients with benign prostate enlargement. In fact, the herb is very popular and common in Germany and is available as an over-the-counter medication. There are many research and studies in Germany that confirm the effectiveness of Saw Palmetto in treating patients with prostatic disease.

Studies have shown that saw palmetto is an effective anti-androgen. It acts in a similar way that propecia does. Firstly it lowers levels of DHT in the body by Blocking 5 alpha-reductase. Secondly Saw Palmetto block receptor sites on cell membranes required for cells to absorb DHT

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Alopecia Areata - Treatment

How Is It Treated?

While there is neither a cure for alopecia areata nor drugs approved for its treatment, some people find that medications approved for other purposes can help hair grow back, at least temporarily.

Keep in mind that while these treatments may promote hair growth, none of them prevent new patches or actually cure the underlying disease.

Consult your health care professional about the best option for you.

Corticosteroids–Corticosteroids are powerful anti-inflammatory drugs similar to a hormone called cortisol produced in the body.

Because these drugs suppress the immune system if given orally, they are often used in the treatment of various autoimmune diseases, including alopecia areata.

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Dandruff is due to dryness of the skin.

False. Dandruff is caused by a rapid turnover of cells, so more dead cells are shed from the surface. In fact, dandruff occurs in areas where the grease glands of the skin are most active, and the skin is not usually dry.

Dandruff is more common in males than in females

True. Probably because the grease glands are affected by hormones.

Dandruff is affected by the weather

Probably true. Sunlight inhibits the growth of the Pityrosporum ovale yeast.

Dandruff results from poor hygiene

False. Dandruff is caused by rapid turnover of skin cells, probably as a reaction to the Pityrosporum ovale yeast. However, dandruff sufferers do not have more of the yeast than other people - they are just more sensitive to it.

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New software is able to analyse exactly how many hairs there are in a patch of skin and could help in testing the effectiveness of baldness treatments and depilatory creams, say Australian researchers.

Researchers from CSIRO Mathematical and Information Sciences in Sydney report their findings in the November issue of the journal Skin Research and Technology.

The software, developed in partnership with a UK company, will make it easier for researchers developing hair removal creams to accurately assess how well they work, says image analyst Dr Pascal Vallotton.

“Up to now they were counting the number of hairs that survived after treatment manually,” he said.

“That’s hard work and it’s difficult because you may count a hair twice or you may miss it, so image analysis offers distinct advantages because you always get the same counts and you get the right counts.”

The software relies on images captured by a small flatbed scanner pressed onto the skin.

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