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It’s like a shampoo? or a lotion that they apply and massage to the area.

Here a few simple home remedies which can be tried at home to control hair fall.

1.Rinse your hair with a mix of apple cider vinegar and sage tea this helps hair grow..

2. A medicine rich in sulfur is also recommended as sulfur plays an important part in the structure of the hair.

3. Massage with olive oil before going to bed at night and next morning, wash off the hair gently..

4. To treat hair loss apply a little lemon juice with some black tea.Massage well and shampoo.

5. Beat two eggs,and add two tablespoons of water to it. Rinse hair and pour the egg mixture over the hair.Massage the scalp well and leave for 10 minutes.Then wash it.

Hair loss affects millions of men and women, both young and old. It can decrease self-esteem and confidence, and limit the ability to enjoy life to the fullest. Persons balding at a young age may feel deprived of an essential element of their youth. This feeling is created and affirmed by cultures all over the world. Images on television, in the movies and on print ads, constantly reinforce the association between a youthful appearance, sexuality, and a full head of hair.

Balding affects people in different ways, but certain emotional reactions seem to be shared by many.

The most common concern that people have when they begin to lose their hair is that they will be less attractive to the opposite sex. The interesting thing is that this is often only the view of the person that is balding and not that person?s partner. The spouse or friend of those experiencing hair loss commonly state that the only thing that bothers them is that it makes their partner depressed. The balding does not bother them per se.

It is interesting that women sometimes express that they want their spouses to look good for the wedding pictures, but once married, they become far less concerned about their spouse?s hair. In fact, when a married man suddenly becomes interested in having a hair transplant, we have seen the spouse become suspicious of extra-marital interests and even object to the husband having the procedure.

Hair loss is a universal marker for aging, with one?s mane gradually diminishing over time. Your body slowly changes as well, with more sagging and wrinkles and ones muscle mass decreasing. However, hair loss hair can also occur suddenly at a young age, making you appear much older than you actually are.

A practical concern with looking older is that the person may not be as competitive in the work force. Unfortunately, studies have shown that this is a real phenomenon. When employers are screening job applicants, all other things being equal, those with hair are viewed more favorably than those who are bald.

People experiencing hair loss complain that the way they look does not fit with their own image of themselves. This occurs when someone begins to lose hair early i.e., in their late teens or twenties, but it is as much a problem when someone has had a full-head of hair for years (and is used to receiving compliments about their hair) and then their hair thins unexpectedly in middle age.

Another aspect of balding is that people feel a loss of control. Hair is one of the few body parts that you can actually manipulate yourself. You can grow hair long, cut if off, you can wave it, dye it, or pull it back in a pony-tail. It serves as a form of self-expression. As people start to lose this form of self-expression, they can become depressed and withdrawn. But not everyone responds this way. People react very differently to their hair loss, with some considering it only a minor nuisance and others finding it so debilitating that they won?t be seen in public without their head covered.

One of the things that makes going bald difficult is that, for some reason, people feel that commenting or joking about hair loss is “fair game” when they wouldn?t dare mention that someone had bad skin, or had a limp. I often point out to patients, that just because people chose to comment about thinning hair, doesn?t mean they are judging that person or really care much about it. It just seems to be a socially acceptable thing to mention.

Women seem to believe that female hair loss is less acceptable than hair loss in men. While this may be true, the vast majority of women have hair loss in a pattern that can be easily camouflaged. Women are often reassured when they realize that about 40% of women experience hair loss over their lifetime, but it is to such a small degree that it is rarely recognized by others.

The important things to remember are that hair loss is very common, it is much more acceptable with age, and it is generally less important to other people than the person experiencing hair loss thinks. That said it is not unreasonable to be upset about going bald. Fortunately, for those who are bothered by their hair loss, there are now excellent medications to prevent hair loss and excellent surgical treatments to restore hair once it is gone.

In seeking treatment for their hair loss, younger men often consider a surgical option first. They shun the idea of having to take a medication “for life” and think that surgery will be a permanent solution to their problem; often not realizing that having surgery at a young age may create far more problems than it will correct. Unfortunately, these young people, in a panic, may fall prey to unscrupulous physicians whose practices are built on “selling” hair transplants to those in an emotionally fragile state.

It is the responsibility of the physician to make sure that an emotionally distraught patient is making informed choices and understands the long-term implications of any treatment option – especially surgery. In the younger patient, it is often prudent to slow down the decision making process. This can be accomplished with multiple consultations, stressing the importance of drug therapy and, when appropriate, getting parents or other significant persons involved. The doctor should allow the patient to reflect on the situation and the decisions involved – and should never rush to operate.

Older patients are often more deliberate about the decision to undergo hair transplant surgery. Many have considered the procedure for some time, and understand the challenges of making emotionally charged decisions, getting accurate information and finding a doctor they trust. They often research their options more thoroughly. Outsides factors may finally tip the balance in favor of having surgical hair restoration. These factors may include a search for a new job, a divorce, or simply the availability of financial resources. Alternatively, it may reflect the indulgence of a confident, successful person doing something extra for himself.

When hair loss becomes an obsession, it is rare that either medical treatments or surgery will satisfy the patient?s need for perfection. In situations where the emotional reaction far exceeds the degree of hair loss or where the expectations of treatment is more than can be achieved with existing technology, psychological counseling is in order.

Although each individuals motives may vary, it is not unreasonable for people at any age to want to improve their appearance, and it is hard to deny the great impact that hair plays in this regard. However, a decision to proceed with hair restoration should be made with a clear head, a specific objective and with as much factual information as possible.

Robert M. Bernstein, MD, F.A.A.D.
http://www.articlesbase.com/hair-loss-articles/the-psychology-of-hair-loss-tips-for-avoiding-making-your-hair-loss-your-obsession-672488.html

I just heard of a product called hair essentials. sounds too good to be true. wonder if the reviews are real or just made by the company

cut your hair short. comb it away from the bare spots. and say "to hell with you people! i’m bald and you can suck my left one!"

One of the major factors behind hair loss is inadequate nutrition. A poor diet can contribute to an increase in falling hair by making it brittle and slowing the growth of new hair. In order to address these problems, a proper diet with more essential vitamins for hair loss prevention needs to be adopted. Below are some of the principal nutrients needed by the body to address baldness and food sources for them.

The B vitamins are among the most important for the continued health of the scalp. When the body doesn’t get enough of these vitamins, there is reduced blood flow to the scalp resulting in increased hair loss, damaged hair and slow growth of new hair. The most important B vitamins and their recommended daily intake for adults are B6 (2 mg); folic acid (400 mg); B3 or niacin (50 mg three times a day); B5 or pantothenic acid (100 mg thrice a day) and B6 or pyridoxine (50 mg three times a day). B6 can be found in protein-rich foods such as soybeans, red meat, poultry, as well as whole grains, nuts and cereals. B12 is also found in red meat and poultry, as well as eggs and dairy products such as milk. You can get folic acid from leafy green vegetables, avocadoes, orange juice, broccoli and beets. Other foods which are rich in the B vitamins include beans, peas, cauliflower and carrots. Biotin is another essential B vitamin; biotin deficiencies, however, are rare since it is already naturally produced by the body. You can get increased amounts of biotin from baker’s yeast, green peas, brown rice, lentils, sunflower seeds and walnuts. Some hair care products are also enriched with biotin.

Other vitamins for hair loss treatment and prevention include vitamin C, copper, iron and zinc. A vitamin C deficiency can result in hair becoming brittle, while copper and iron enhance the delivery of oxygen in red blood cells to the scalp and other parts of the body. Zinc maintains the oil-secreting glands in the scalp, thus preventing dandruff. The reference level for the daily intake of vitamin C in an average adult is 60 mg, while for copper it is 2 mg, iron 18 mg and zinc, 15 mg. Foods rich in vitamin C includes citrus fruits and green leafy vegetables, berries, tomatoes, potatoes and pepper. Copper-rich foods include organ meats (liver in particular), seafood, nuts and seeds, while iron-rich foods include red meat, spinach, bran and red kidney beans. Foods that are rich in zinc include red meat and seafood.

Supplements that you can take in addition to the above vitamins for hair loss treatment include Conenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), which improves scalp circulation, L-Cysteine and L-methionine. CoQ10 is a nutrient produced by the body which is necessary for the proper functioning of cells while L-Cysteine and L-methionine are amino acids that prevent hair loss and improve growth and texture of hair. Take 60 mg a day of CoQ10 and 500 mg each twice a day of the amino acids. And don’t forget to drink at least eight glasses (8 oz) every day to ensure that the body is properly hydrated, which is vital for healthy hair.

John Farikani