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Growband Review: Understanding How It Works

August 26, 2019August 23, 2019 by Steph

In this article we’ll review the growband, a device that has become increasingly popular in recent months for its ability to improve hair health. We’ll take a look at the science behind how it could … Read more

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Hair Loss After Surgery: Is there a Connection?

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Hair loss after surgery can come as a shock. In part, that’s because it’s something we’re rarely warned about. But it’s also because it tends to happen several months after the surgery has actually taken … Read more

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Loss of Body Hair: Why It’s Happening and What You Can Do

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

A loss of body hair may sound like a GOOD thing – after all, we spend most of our adult lives trying to remove it from one body part or another! But the reality is … Read more

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Medications That Can Cause Hair Loss

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

The list of medications that cause hair loss is surprisingly long! The bad news is that you might not have been made aware of the risk when you were first prescribed the medication. The good … Read more

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Traction Alopecia – Common Causes and Treatments

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Traction alopecia.. its name – quite literally – means hair loss due to traction (or pulling). And whilst you may associate the word ‘alopecia’ with uncontrollable, devastating hair loss, the good news is that THIS … Read more

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Bamboo Leaf Tea for Hair Growth: Benefits, Uses and Recipes

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Bamboo grows amazingly quickly – up to 35 inches per day – and with a Guinness World Record to prove it. It’s also extremely strong, whilst remaining flexible. Wouldn’t it be great if our hair could behave … Read more

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Is Sea Water Good for Hair Growth?

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Do you avoid seawater like the plague, thinking it will make your hair loss problems even worse? Then think again! Water from the ocean can actually be GOOD for certain types of hair, sometimes getting … Read more

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Emu Oil for Hair Growth: Uses, Benefits and Recipes

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Emu oil for hair loss – is it really the miracle treatment so many sites claim it to be? On this page I’ll take a look at the facts about emu oil and the ‘medical … Read more

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Pubic Hair Loss: Causes and Treatments

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Pubic hair loss is a condition that affects many of us, although it’s something we tend not to discuss! This page will help you determine whether what you’re experiencing is considered ‘normal’ or if there … Read more

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Wellbutrin and Hair Loss: Are the Two Connected?

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Does Wellbutrin cause hair loss? It’s a question I’ve been asked several times – and there seems to be both an official and an unofficial answer! The drug – prescribed to treat depression and, at … Read more

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Mesotherapy for Hair Growth: Does it Really Work?

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

If you search the term ‘mesotherapy for hair loss’, you’ll come across lots of information from hair loss clinics, singing the praises of this cosmetic treatment. Many promise amazing results at a much more affordable … Read more

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Does Tinea Capitis Cause Hair Loss?

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Tinea capitis is also known as scalp ringworm. If you’ve noticed that your hair is falling out or breaking off in patches – or even if you’re losing hair from all over your scalp – … Read more

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How a Silk or Satin Pillowcase Might Benefit Your Hair

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Using a silk or satin pillowcase is one of the simplest things you can do to benefit your hair. I use one myself and I love it – so on this page I’m going to … Read more

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Saw Palmetto for Hair Loss: Benefits, Uses and Side Effects

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Is saw palmetto for hair loss an effective solution and can it really help give your thinning hair a boost? On this page we look at just WHY saw palmetto is so commonly recommended as … Read more

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Lucky Iron Fish for Hair Loss: Does it work?

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

Iron is a vital mineral that our bodies need for many different functions.  And for those of us struggling with hair loss, adequate iron stores are ESSENTIAL. Experts suggest that many types of shedding can … Read more

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Olaplex Damaged Hair Treatment Review?

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

My Experience With Olaplex (™) Despite suffering from hair loss and damage, I still do something I know I shouldn’t. Around once every three months I get my hair colored and sometimes (gasp!) highlighted. I … Read more

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Metoprolol and Hair Loss: Are the Two Connected?

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

I often receive messages from visitors to this website who feel that their hair loss may be connected to the medication they are taking. One drug that sometimes comes up in these messages is metoprolol, … Read more

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Diabetes and Hair Loss: Are the Two Connected?

October 21, 2019August 10, 2019 by Steph

There is a definite connection between diabetes and hair loss. Some women are not even aware that they have the condition and a loss of hair can be one of the first signs. On this … Read more

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