Author: Stephanie

Sesame oil is a popular ingredient used in cooking around the world. It’s perhaps best known for its strong flavor and its penetrating aroma. But have you considered that sesame oil may be of use for hair loss sufferers? You may be wondering: “Can sesame oil actually stop hair loss? Can it possibly even contribute… Continue reading Sesame Oil for Hair Growth: Is There Proof It Works?

There are two drugs on the market approved by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of hair loss: minoxidil (Rogaine) and finasteride (Propecia). But that doesn’t mean they are the only drugs prescribed by doctors for patients who suffer from pattern balding. In fact, there are many drugs that are used for off-label… Continue reading Adovart (Dutasteride) for Hair Loss: Does It Work?

There are many early signs of hair loss – hairline recession, crown thinning, and brittle strands of hair. But did you know that an itchy scalp can also be a symptom, and even part of the cause? The good news is that an itchy scalp isn’t always a sign of permanent hair loss. In this… Continue reading Is Itchy Scalp a Sign of Future Hair Loss? (+5 Most Common Causes)

There are many medications on the market – including Rogaine and Propecia – that claim to treat hair loss. However, these drugs can come with their own risks and they may not be as successful as the manufacturers claim. That’s not to say that traditional hair loss treatments don’t have their purpose. But what if… Continue reading Onion Juice for Hair Loss – A Potential Treatment or an Old Wives’ Tale?

Apple cider vinegar is a popular health supplement, but can it really be used for hair growth? In this article, we’ll offer an unbiased look at the possible effects that apple cider vinegar may have on hair growth. We’ll first introduce the vinegar, its history, and where it currently stands in the world of medicine.… Continue reading Apple Cider Vinegar for Hair Growth

During surgery an anesthesiologist will administer an anesthesia cocktail to make sure the patient is unconscious during the procedure. Knowing you need surgery can cause stress, as it has multitude of issues can happen when you are under and sometimes they can be fatal. This is frightening and can cause varying levels of stress for… Continue reading Does Anesthesia Cause Hair Loss?

In this article, you will learn a little about the science behind aloe vera and what makes it work to help your hair flourish and grow. Most importantly, you will discover the three best ways to use it. The aloe plant thrives in dry and arid regions and has long been used as a medicinal… Continue reading Can Aloe Vera Help With Hair Loss?

Rogaine is the first of two medications FDA approved to treat hair loss. And while you may start using the drug with the expectation of seeing results immediately, that’s unfortunately not going to happen. This post will introduce Rogaine, how it works, and how it can be used to treat pattern hair loss. It will… Continue reading How Long Does Rogaine Take to Work?

When you notice a change in your hairline – no matter how small – it may lead you to believe that it’s a sign of worse things (i.e. baldness) to come. But fortunately for those with cowlicks, this isn’t usually the case. In this post, I’ll explain how you can tell the difference between a… Continue reading Just a Cowlick, or an Early Sign of Balding?

In this article, we will examine the role of nutrition in hair loss. In particular, we look at the role of the sunshine vitamin (vitamin D) in hair loss/retention. This is an intriguing idea, because for many years there was an assumption that hair loss — particularly male pattern baldness — is explained by two… Continue reading Hair Loss and Vitamin D: Is There a Connection?