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Hair Under The Microscope ( Toppik Malaysia )
Hair Under The Microscope
Hair shapes human physical appearances. It became a feature that people are obsessed with and are willing to put in effort and money to enhance it. Salons are appearing like mushrooms after rain in every corner in the country. Uncountable individuals are making a living by becoming barber, hairdresser and hair specialists. A lot of people are doing sales for hair products too. Hair products just keep on increasing since there is an ever-growing market for these products. Although people generally spend a lot of time caring and grooming their hair, not many of them are aware of the true image of hair under the microscope.
Figure 1 The image of a hair shaft enlarged under an electron microscope.
Typical human hair consists of the follicle and a shaft. A follicle or fondly known as the hair bulb is a structure beneath the skin of actively growing cells which eventually produce hair (hair shaft). Cells continually divide in the lower part of the bulb. The rapid divisions of cells at the base of the follicle pushed upward forming hair shaft as they harden and undergo pigmentation. The shaft are dead tissues protruding above the skin and composed of three layers, namely the medulla, cortex and the cuticle.
Figure 2 The cross-section showing three main components of a hair shaft.
Cuticle is the transparent outermost layer. It’s made of scales that overlap each other with the free ends of the scales directed toward the tip of the shaft. The scaly cuticle is to protect the inner layers of the hair. This delicate protective layer minimizes the movement of water in and out of the underlying cortex as well as holding the whole hair structure together. In a healthy condition, the cuticle will be smooth, shiny and intact. However, prolonged exposure to chemical, pollutions and harsh weather can lift the cuticle and disrupt this balance.
As shown in the pictures above, when the cuticle layer is perfectly closed, hair looks glossy and doesn’t tend to tangle or break. When a cuticle scales are raised or wide open, the scaly hair strands will rub against each other causing tangles. To avoid this, we should protect hair under harsh weather by wearing hats or using umbrellas, we should avoid chemical ingredients in hair care and we should minimize the usage of hot styling tools, and other product or treatments that is harmful to the hair.
The layer just beneath the cuticle is the cortex which is also the largest part of the hair shaft, forms the main bulk of hair. The cortex consists of long keratin filaments and consisted of compact, elongated cells and it is the part of the hair that contains pigment granules that give hair its colour. Pigment distribution varies from shaft to shaft, which sometimes causes uneven hair colour distribution. The health of the cortex depends largely on the integrity of the cuticle protecting it.
The central core of a hair shaft is the medulla but this component is not always present, especially in hairs with a thinner diameter. If present, it consists of a thin core of transparent cells and composed largely of air spaces as it often appears to be a hollow tube. However, this hollow tube could be filled with cells in fragmented form, continuous or even double. The medulla can contain pigment granules or unpigmented.
Using a single hair shaft, forensic scientist could find out many information of an individual including collecting DNA for identification purpose, testing for drugs or nutritional deficiencies in their body system.
Since we know aware of how hair under the microscope looks like. It is easier to illustrate the mechanism of hair keratin fibres that that is popularly used to enhance the cosmetic value of hair. The premium keratin in Toppik Hair Fibres is nearly identical to human hair, allowing the fibres to blend naturally and undetectably. The natural Keratin used by Toppik has an innate static charge that ensures their fibres adhere to each hair shaft regardless of any hair type. Toppik’s innovative technology allows the fibers to resist wind, rain and perspiration while filling in all the thinning area and balding spots on the head.
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Global Hair Solution
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Reversing Hair Loss Naturally [ NATURAL SOLUTION]
Reversing Hair Loss Naturally
In comparison with natural healing remedies, modern pharmaceuticals have been in use for a relatively short period of time. Aborigine tribes across the centuries have been using natural treatments and medicines made from plants and animals as they believe that these natural remedies are the perfection that nature has provide us with in order for us to survive. Pharmaceuticals are the achievement from the desires of mankind to imitate and improve upon what nature has given us.
In many admirations, natural remedies are far more progressive then modern pharmaceutical remedies which more often than not, only deal with soothing the symptoms rather than dealing with the underline health issue itself. While there is no disagreeing the efficiency of modern medicine in treating a wide range of ailments for many individuals, they do however have some side effects. Many of synthetic chemicals used came with a long list of possible side effects attributed to them. Every medical conditions are different and every individual is unique so it is only normal that modern medicine did not work for some of them, or it might be that they want to try natural medicine first or even in conjunction with modern medicine. The case can be applied to all sort of health issues including the disorder of hair loss.
Saw Palmetto
In the United States, Saw Palmetto extract is ranked as the third most sold herbal dietary supplements. This amazing plant is able to treat a number of illnesses from headaches, colds, coughs and asthma to chronic bronchitis, chronic pelvic pain syndrome, and migraine. It’s also used as a natural remedy to increase urine flow, to enhance sexual drive and to curb hair loss naturally. Here we will focus on how the extract of this plant works in supporting hair growth. As people age, their male androgen hormone, scientifically called 5α-Dihydrotestosterone or DHT in short, increases. This DHT causes hair follicles to shrink, resulting in a decrease of hair production. Thanks to the trait of Saw palmetto being anti-DHT, the DHT production could be blocked, preventing the shrinking of hair follicles, making it beneficial for hair growth.
Although no minimum effective dose has been established so far, a dose of 160 milligrams taken twice daily has been tested to produce constructive results in clinical research studies. The time taken for the supplement to be effective may take as long as 30 days.
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha has so many restorative properties that it is called as the Indian Ginseng. It is a small shrub with yellow flowers and red fruit with the extract typically taken from the berries or roots of the plant. This antioxidant herb shows optimistic results in numerous minor and major health problems including but not limited to skin conditions, inflammation, insomnia, anxiety, asthma, skin conditions, hormonal imbalance, dementia and Parkinson’s disease.
Just like ginseng, Ashwagandha is a type of adaptogen herb, a unique class of healing plants that are able to help balance, restore and protect the body. Adaptogen aids in adaptation to stress and lowering the aging hormone, cortisol. Since a healthy body could be traced back to heathy hair, Ashwagandha is great for growing thicker hair. When included in hair care preparations, it manages dandruff and greasy hair, increases scalp circulation and improve hair growth. The powerful antioxidants in Ashwagandha fight the free radicals that causes hair greying, preserving natural hair colour.
Taking one 6 mg capsule of Ashwagandha herbs daily helps to eliminates toxins in the body and purifies your system, while treating several hair problems on the go.
Pumpkin Seed Oil
Pumpkin plays all kind of roles, from getting Cinderella to his prince, to scaring kids in Halloween to the root of your hair, inhibiting DHT formation throughout the body and contains fatty acids that support thick hair. As mentioned in the first point in this article, DHT does a lot of damage to the hair follicles to the extent that hair production slows and even halts. Pumpkin seed oil contains the phytosterol beta-sitosterol which reduces the damage done by DHT by inhibiting the conversion of useful testosterone into the harmful hormone. The mechanism is possible because the oil of the see has a steroid known as delta-7-sterol which competes for the same receptors as DHT.
According to the official study available at the US National Library of Medicine, patients who took two capsulated pumpkin seed oil in the morning and two in the evening before breakfast and dinner. Each capsule contained 100mg of pumpkin seed oil, for a total of 400mg of pumpkin seed oil daily. Another source suggested the taking of 1 tablespoon (8grams) of liquid pumpkin seed oil daily.
Biotin & Vitamin B5
Biotin, or Vitamin B7, is a water-soluble vitamin that’s a part of the vitamin B complex. Biotin can be found in food such as fish, eggs, organ meats, avocado, cauliflower, berries, legumes and mushrooms. Biotin and Vitamin B5 are nutrients that helps us keep a youthful, attractive appearance since it plays a major part in maintaining the health of our hair, nails and skin. Among others, it helps to protect skin from acne, fungal infections, rashes and severe dryness and cracking. Hence, biotin is commonly added to hair and skin beauty products, however it is believed to be not very well absorbed through the skin and must be ingested to reach maximum efficiency.
Zinc and Omega 3
Experts believe that deficiency in zinc can lead to deterioration of the protein structure that makes up our hair follicles. Weakened hair follicles are the main cause of hair shedding and hair loss. Zinc is also known to play a vital role in DNA and RNA production. This is essential for the normal division cell of hair follicle cells, leading to healthier hair growth. Examples of food rich in zinc are eggs, chickpeas, oysters, sweet potatoes, spinach and nuts. Omega 3 fatty acids have anti-inflammatory properties that effectively prevent hair follicles from shrinking and inflammation. Examples of omega-3 rich foods are natto, walnuts, egg yolk, salmon, mackerel, tuna, white fish, sardines, and hemp seeds. If you don’t eat enough omega-3 foods, take one to two capsules or one tablespoon of a top-notch fish oil supplement to help reduce inflammation that causes hair disorders.
When the body is not getting the proper nutrients to grow strong hair, the hairs that are lost regularly each day are not being replaced easily, and hair loss problems might persist. Read more about causes and solutions for hair loss at www.toppikmalaysia.com/blog and www.toppikmalaysia.com. While working on a solution to reverse hair loss, try Toppik products that will give you a fuller head of hair in an instant by ordering them online at www.toppikmalaysia.com/shop .
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Top Hair Loss Treatment Centres in Malaysia [Most Popular]
Top Hair Loss Treatment Centres in Malaysia
If you are experiencing hair loss related problems and are looking for the best hair loss treatment clinics in Malaysia,
then you have come to the right page.
Let us introduce you to the top ten hair clinics that will definitely get you going. They are recognized and well-known institutions.
Some of them have even been awarded for their brilliant services and products.
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Yun Nam Hair Care
Yun Nam Hair Care have been winning all the awards, some of them are Most Trusted Brand (2015,2010), Superbrands (2008,2009),
No.1 Costomers’ Recommended Brand (2010), No.1 Most Trusted Brand (2011), No.1 Most Established Brand (2011), No.1 Leading Brand in Hair Care (2011),
No.1 Most Recommended Brand (2011), Most Effective Brand (2011), Most Trusted Brand (2010).
To date, they have 7 branches in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor areas and another 7 branches in the other states.
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Oriental Hair Solution
Oriental Hair Solutions was created to help people with hair and scalp problems caused by a stressful lifestyle, environmental damages, genetic problems
and harsh chemicals used in various hairdressing techniques. At Oriental Hair Solutions, we believe in “The Natural Solutions with Oriental Wisdom.”
In our treatments, more than 100 Natural Oriental Plant Herbs like Ginseng, Polygonum Multiflorum,
Gentian are used, and are specifically concocted to cater to the needs of different individuals.
We offer natural, safe and highly effective hair and scalp solution with state-of-the-art technology and equipment and top of the range products to enhance effectiveness.
Through thorough scalp and hair root analysis by our professional consultants,
we are able to diagnose the cause of problems for every individuals and personally monitor the treatment progress.
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101 Hair Care
101 Hair Care origins from “Why Zhangguang / Beijing 101 brand which gain wide national and international appeal its establishment in 1974.
Since then, founder Dr.Zhao’s hair growth tonic has reached more than 60 countries all over the world. In Malaysia alone,
there are currently a few 101 Hair Care centres in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, Kedah and Johor. The centres in KL are strategically located in
Wangsa Maju, Kepong and Mid Valley City.
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Miracle Hair Expert
Miracle Hair Expert (MHE) is a systematized team of hair care with hair treatment experts and specialists. With business network presence in so many countries,
MHE is standing strong in Malaysia for 10 years. Having 13 branches in Klang Valley alone assured clients about MHE seriousness in their hair tonics
from natural herb extracts and their service quality. MHE is dedicated in research efforts upon the trichology discovery, as well as finding
and development of innovative and natural treatments
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Jonsson Protein
Jonsson Protein from USA is the first hair care specialist in Malaysia that uses protein in their hair treatments to counter hair loss and scalp problems
as well as to promote healthy hair growth. Lack of protein is said to be the root of many hair problems including alopecia (spot baldness), female and male pattern baldness,
dandruff. The researchers of Jonsson Protein came up with a natural formulation called VE Protein™
which can be easily absorbed by the hair follicles to promote effective hair growth.
6.Origin Herbal Hair Treatment
Origin Herbal Hair Treatment was founded by Madam Cheah Bee Chew in Singapore, year 2000. Her herbal paste products are specifically
designed to improve hair condition and made from 100% natural herbs mixture without any chemical or preservative. Madam Cheah’s home-based business
then moved on to a bigger shop, establishing 5 more shops in Singapore, 48 franchises/licensees in Malaysia and to other Asian countries, such as Indonesia,
Thailand, Taiwan, Philippines and Hong Kong.
7.Neeta’s Herbal Treatment
Ever since its beginning in 1984, Neeta’s Herbal Treatment has always aimed to serve the one purpose of identifying and treating hair and skin disorders.
Neeta’s Herbal’s products comprise naturally occurring compounds from a large variety of Ayurvedic herbs and numerous plant sources.
Today, Neeta’s Herbal Treatment centres are present in Malaysia, Australia, Dubai, India, the UK and the USA. In Malaysia, there are various branches,
namely in Bangsar, Brickfields, Klang, Ampang, Damansara, USJ Subang and Bukit Mertajam.
8.Svenson Hair Care
Svenson Hair Care has brought trichology to clients all over the world for more than fifty years starting with their first centre in London which opened in 1956.
Their convictions remain to be committed, holistic and effective on treatment related to hair and scalp. Today, Svenson Hair Care centres are present in Malaysia,
Singapore Thailand, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Macau. In Malaysia, there are various branches, namely in Subang USJ, Kuala Lumpur,
Mid Valley, Petaling Jaya, Penang, Ipoh, and Johor Bahru.
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Top 10 Hair Transplant Clinic in Malaysia ( Blog Review)
Top 10 Hair Transplant Clinic in Malaysia ( Blog Review)
HAIR TRANSPLANT CENTRE MALAYSIA
Hair Transplant Centre Malaysia uses the latest instruments and techniques in collaboration with the International World Renown Partners, couple with best practices to give you the best optimal results.
Dr Kuladeva And Dr Inder are LCP holders, recognised by MOH.
Dr. Kuladeva Retnam is a Medical Aesthetics, Hair Transplant Specialist and Plastic Surgery doctor
Dr Inder has 15 years of experience in hair transplant, hair loss treatments and aesthetic medicine.
Dr Inder is an American Board Certified in Aesthetic Medicine and a Member of The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS).
Hair Transplant Done Right.
Website: www.hairtransplantcentremalaysia.com
Address: P-G-022A, PJ Centrestage, Section 13, Jalan 13/1,
46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
Contact Number: +6012-5154606 / +603-79321818
GLOJAS INTERNATIONAL HAIR LOSS & HAIR TRANSPLANT CENTRE MALAYSIA
GLOJAS is Co-managed by two richly experienced medical doctors for Hair Transplant, Beard Transplant, Eyebrow Transplant, Body Hair Transplant and Scar Revision Hair Transplant with SMART FUE & SMART FUT technique and formulation.
Dato’ Dr.JasG is a Medical Doctor with 21 years of experience with knowledge and research, who is Malaysia’s only Diplomate from The American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS). ABHRS is the only recognized certification for Hair Restoration surgery
Dr.Mohd Ali is a certified and licensed Plastic Surgeon in Malaysia who brings along 15 years of experience. He is a qualified Medical Doctor & Surgeon who works alongside with Dato’ Dr.JasG in Hair Restoration. Dr Mohd Ali is also the President of the Malaysian Hair Restoration Society (MHRS).
GLOJAS Smart FUE Instruments
Our Instruments used are safest & sophisticated world class instruments in ensuring only the best hair restoration results coupled with Glojas SMART Formulations with proven safe, satisfied and natural results.
GLOJAS Hair Loss Treatments
In many cases, a hair restoration procedure may be the best solution to this issue but there are many cases where hair loss issues are at preliminary stage and can be resolved with either SMART Scalp PRP, SMART Hair Regrowth Spray, SMART Follicle Supplements & SMART DHT Blockers.
Address: Glomac Galeria Hartamas, B-G-05, Jalan 26A/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur, 50480.
Phone: +603-62115555 / +60125111089
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Premier Clinic Medical Aesthetic Center
Premier Clinic is led by a surgical team of highly skilled surgeons, doctors, nurses and technicians. The clinic provides treatments
of both male and female pattern hair loss, tailoring treatment plans to fulfil each patient’s specific needs.
Their surgeons are even well equipped with past experience in general surgery, head and neck surgery as well as plastic surgery.
The clinic specialised in both Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) of hair transplant and facial hair transplant.
They offer in-depth information about the topic of hair transplantation and the best possible expertise to guarantee 100% patient satisfaction with their services.
Beside this clinic also offer various aesthetic service from head to toe and certainly will please your desired aesthetic’s goal.
Premier Clinic’s pioneering aesthetic doctors provide a comprehensive range of aesthetic treatments to attain your desired perfection in beauty & health
Address: 40, Jalan Telawi, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone:+60 12-662 5552
Dr Ruban’s Skin & Hair Clinic
In his clinic, Dr Ruban offer the full range of hair transplant techniques including hair on scalp, facial hair, eyebrow, body hair,
burns scar & surgical scar hair transplant. The transplants will be done by both Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT) and
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) using the SAFE system. Dr Ruban and team cover complete dermatologic practice, offering the full scope of skin
and hair related therapies including Dermatologic Lasers, CO2 Fractional lasers for resurfacing, eczema , psoriasis ,acne , allergic , autoimmune,
infective & STD diagnosis and treatments. Their clinic is one of the top-rated clinic for hair transplant with high amount of positive reviews from patients.
Address: 2-3A & 2-5, Level 2, Menara UOA Bangsar, No 5, Jalan Bangsar Utama 1, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, 59000.
Phone: 03-9212 1166 ext: 78246
DHI-Direct Hair Implantation
DHI-Direct Hair Implantation is certified by Global Organizations such as ISO, CQC(UK), ACHS(Australia), TUV(Austria),
World Health Association and five European public Universities.
The hair transplant centre claimed to be the global leader in hair restoration with over 56 locations in 30 countries.
The centre also guarantee each customer a 100% natural results without cuts, scars, stitches and pain.
They are capable to do repair cases on patient with poor and unnatural results by others clinics.
Address: 3A-3 Jalan Solaris 3, Solaris Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, 50480
Phone: 03-9212 1166 ext: 93901
Ko Hair Restoration
Dr Chiam Tee Kiang, the head of KO Hair Restoration Clinic, attained his MBBS from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, PRC.
His surgical team which consists of six people offers hair transplant, Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT), Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and mesotherapy.
The centre claimed to apply hands-on aesthetic techniques that ensures the optimal results in recreating the natural hairline,
density, angle and direction of hair growth.
Address: 10A-22A Jalan Temoh, Klang, 41400. Phone: 03-9212 1174 ext: 34443
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New Hair Clinic ( DAMAI SERVICE HOSPITAL )
New Hair Clinic Malaysia is a division of Damai Service Hospital (HQ) working in association with New Hair Clinic Australia.
The operating facilities of this clinic are fully accredited and comply with Australian health standards.
The establishment of New Hair Clinic in Kuala Lumpur enable patients to pursue modern high quality hair transplantation treatment
with the latest technologies from abroad.
Address: 109-119 1st Mile Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 51200, Wilayah Persekutuan.
Phone: 03-9212 1166 ext: 26297
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Mediviron UOA Clinic
Mediviron UOA Clinic is a top-notch aesthetic center for Mesotherapy,hair loss, weight loss
Mediviron UOA’s doctor is very experienced aesthetic doctors. All doctors are equally competent aesthetic physicians who
takes great pride in the providing the best possible outcome for their clients.
With experienced, professional and caring doctors, you can be sure you are in good hands indeed !
Address:LG 9, Lower Ground Floor,Wisma UOA II, Jalan Pinang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Phone:T +603.2163.5699
Dr Shah Hair Clinic
- Klinik Dr Shah is an established hair restoration clinic. Dr Shah is a well-established aesthetic physician in town with vast experiences in aesthetic medicine.
In their clinic, we provide professional services in hair transplant, dermatology related cases, as well as variety of aesthetic treatments,
ranging from non-invasive, to minimally-invasive procedures.
The mission of the clinic is to bring everyone the youthfulness & beauty that they deserve.
Address: 29, Jalan SS 15/5a, Ss 15, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone: +60 3-5633 2333
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Beverly Wilshire Medical Centre
Beverly Wilshire Medical Centre is the place where blending skills of combining year of experience with modern innovation to carry their work to
a higher level of excellence. Patients will get an unique treatments in a very serene and peaceful environment to archieve their aesthetic’s goal
and satisfaction is surely something very common here
Address: Level 6, 8 & 9, Dijaya Plaza, No. 237 Jalan Tun Razak,50400 Kuala Lumpur
Phone: Tel: +603-21182888
Honourable Mention
Clinic Medi-i
Clinic Medi-I is one of the fastest growing skin & aesthetic clinic in Klang Valley. They specialize in individual skin treatments and also provide surgery
in hair transplant and eyebrow transplant. The clinic received high rating from over one thousand customers with positive feedbacks and appraisals where
Dr. Lim Ing Kien personally thanks and responded to each review online. Over the years, the clinic has been heavily featured in various magazines,
blogs as well as Astro broadcasting media Astro.
Address: 7, Jalan Alfa U6/F, Pusat Perdagangan Subang Permai, Shah Alam, 40150 Selangor. Phone: 03-9212 1166 ext: 83850
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LASER HAIR LOSS TREATMENT [DID IT WORKS?]
Laser Hair Loss Treatment
Hair loss has been a persisting problem for generations. While some people found their solutions through traditional hair restoring methods,
modern medication and surgical hair transplants, these solutions don’t always work for everyone. Every individual reacts differently to different side effects,
ingredients and drugs and since most of the treatments take a lot of time and effort before giving any noticeable results;
the failures always impacted the patient in a significant negative way.
Do keep in mind that stress and depression are also a factor of hair loss.
This made it into a cycle of incurable hair loss since failure of treatment produces high stress which further encourages hair loss.
In 2007, low-level light therapy (LLLT) was approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a safe treatment for hair loss.
LLLT is a type of laser hair loss treatment and alternatively known as cold laser, soft laser, low power laser, low level laser therapy,
red light therapy, therapeutic laser therapy, bio stimulation, and photo-bio modulation. Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is a general term
that describes any sort of phototherapy or laser treatment that does not break the skin layer. On top of being clinically proven and FDA cleared,
LLLT administered to the scalp has been shown to enhance the health of existing hair and to encourage new hair growth.
The principle behind laser hair loss treatment is to stimulate the blood supply in the scalp with the appropriate wavelength of light.
These lights brings in energy which heightens cells activities, stimulating blood vessels and allowing for more nutrients to reach the hair follicles,
even dormant follicles, bringing overall improvement to hair growth. The process is painless. Laser hair loss treatment can be practiced with the taking
of both oral and topical medication. Due to of its additional skin repairing properties, LLLT may also be used to aid healing of the scalp after hair transplant surgery.
Two types of LLLT that produced positive feedbacks are the iGrow and the Revage with success rate of 85% and an increase of hair density by 40% to 60%.
A number of companies now sell handheld, low-intensity lasers for home use that are called laser comb or laser helmet with usage instructions as
frequent as three times a week for 10 to 15 minutes. For home use appliances that can be easily available online, it is important to check the status of
FDA clearance (especially for women), insurance coverage and the background of the retailers. While many hair specialists are sceptical,
(unsure if their claims are based on true facts or to encourage patients seeks treatments from specialists’ clinics) studies showed that it takes at
least six months for effects to show and this is not even seen in all patients.
It also would not work if the hair follicles are too damaged to the extent of having a shiny bald head.
Recently, another home-use device with greater laser power than most in-office systems was developed under the name Laser Cap (Transdermal Company).
It complies with all US and International product safety standards. The product contains 5-mW laser diodes in a mesh network that fits under a cap
or a hat and covers the entire top of the scalp. It is nearly 40 times the power of comb-lasers and infinitely easier to use with a rechargeable battery
for treatment to be administered conveniently while “on the go” in a discreet fashion. The LaserCap is available to patients at USD $2,999.00,
excluding taxes and shipping or through physicians at a rental cost.
LaserCap is a non-chemical, non-invasive, pain-free treatment that can be applied anywhere and anytime you can wear a hat or cap.
In summary, all emerging LLLT technologies that are FDA approved are safe, acceptable and easy-to-use treatment option for patients with hair loss problems.
The limited surveys conducted do support the efficacy of these laser hair loss treatment tools.
However, proper considerations and treatment procedures must be better clarified in order to make this treatment more universally accepted.
More studies and researches are needed to optimize treatment parameters and determine long-term efficacy as well as security of emerging LLLT technologies.
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ANTI DHT Hair Loss Treatment Malaysia [How To Combat DHT]
ANTI DHT Hair Loss Treatment Malaysia
What is DHT?
DHT stands for dihydro testosterone.
DHT is a sex steroid and an androgen hormone. It is produced in the gonads. Roughly 5% of free testosterone is normally converted into DHT.
The enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to the more potent DHT is called the 5-alpha-reductase (5-AR).
Thus, if there is an increase in 5-AR in the body, there will be an increase in the conversion of testosterone into DHT and consequently an increase in hair loss.
What is the role of DHT?
DHT are responsible for the biological characteristics that characterize males in individual – formation of male genitalia, deep voices,
hairy chests and increased muscle mass, for example.
What is the problem with DHT?
DHT is entirely necessary for most hair growth on the body but is detrimental to head hair growth. DHT attach to androgen receptors on
hair follicles and genetically trigger the receptors to begin miniaturizing, disrupting normal hair growth. To back this up, researchers discovered
higher levels of DHT on follicles and skin of balding scalps than those from non-balding scalps. Male pattern baldness sufferers are actually
inheriting a condition where their hair follicles are genetically sensitive to DHT. The sensitive hair follicles begin to shrink, shortening the lifespan
of follicles and ending the production of cosmetically acceptable hair.
What are Anti DHT Hair Loss Treatments?
1.Propecia
FINAS TERIDE is a type 2-selective inhibitor of 5-AR. Since DHT is a much stronger androgen than testosterone with about three to five times more
binding strength to the androgen receptor, the removal of 5-AR from these tissues can dramatically blocked the formation of DHT. Rather than act upon the hair follicles,
Propecia is believed to act on the prostate to inhibit the enzyme 5-AR which directly inhibit DHT’s production.
The drug is available in tablets form and is marketed under two product branding, namely Aindeem and Propecia. The daily dose is one tablet (1mg)
and it is strictly for use in adult men only. It must not be taken by anyone aged under the age of 18 years or by women as it is harmful to unborn baby.
It might also trigger allergic reactions in some adult men, rendering them unsuitable to consume the medicines.
Nevertheless, studies of its efficacy have yielded impressive results within a few months with very rare (1-3% of men) side effects regarding to sexuality such
as loss of libido, reduced erection ability and/or decrease in ejaculate. However, the medication must be taken orally daily and indefinitely for if the medication
is stopped, the balding will continue. Propecia offers hope to people suffers from hair loss but it does not reverse the problem quickly nor permanently as some
people took longer time (up to a year) to notice the full benefits. It might not be the final answer to many but it could be a less risky alternatives than surgery.
However, while waiting for the medication to produce results, one could always look into other faster result-producing products such as Toppik Hair Building Fibres at www.toppikmalaysia.com/shop .
2.Anti-DHT Shampoos
All the hair loss treatments in the world will have minimal effect to your hair loss problems if the scalp on your head is still occupied by high concentration of DHT.
Thus, this is where Anti-DHT shampoos come in to play their roles in cleaning and clearing out as much dead skins, pollutants and DHT from your scalp as possible.
These shampoos contain special ingredients to reverse the shiny balding skin on your head and to promote hair growth by having DHT blocker ingredients.
Some well-known anti-DHT ingredients are saw palmetto, roibios, nettle leaf, pygeum extract, green tea extract, linonelic acid, Azelaic acid, emu oil and pumpkin seed oil.
If you suffer from hair loss problem and are using a shampoo, it’s worth massaging quality ingredients to your scalp daily that may also help to reduce scalp DHT levels.
When checking for DHT blocker ingredients, it is also important to note the volume of active ingredients because a low amount is unlikely to produce satisfying results.
That said, it’s better to go for a shampoo with less ingredients, but higher levels of the important active ingredients.
It is also useful to look up for other ingredients according to individual needs. For instances, niacin works in increasing the blood circulation in the scalp, biotin aids
in cells production in the scalp, jojoba oil increases hair growth while zinc and ketaconazole helps to reduce fungal infections in the scalp.
Various plant extracts, Rosemary oil, vitamin E and B-vitamin complex are thought to be beneficial for hair growth and hair health in overall.
Salicylic acid helps clear sebum and dead skin cells from the scalp while tea tree oil keeps scalp pores healthy and open.
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Top 7 Hair Transplant Alternatives In Malaysia [Non surgical Method]
Top 7 Hair Transplant Alternatives In Malaysia
Hair transplant alternatives ??
Hair Transplant do works for some patients who suffer from hair loss but it is not always the first solutions that people would take.
A person who chooses to go under the
knife should adhere to certain standard of physical health, be financially prepared to foot the surgery bill and be expected to face the risks
of the surgery as well as making all the tedious arrangement and allocating the time and mindset needed for recovery.
In fact, it is not the appropriate first step for younger men who were losing their hair.
The top seven alternatives to hair transplant discussed in this article are able to provide hair health improvements and hair cosmetic improvement
until the decision for hair transplantation is certain. Prior to any surgical procedure, it is best to take ample time to consider and to conduct more
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- Medical Treatments for Hair Loss
The two medical treatments approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are finasteride (Propecia®) and minoxidil (Rogaine®).
These products are deemed safe and efficient when used accordingly but do come with minor side effects. Minoxidil are suitable for both genders.
It is a topical ointment to be applied on the scalp and can be bought over the counter without a prescription.
Finasteride is only to be used in men as it can be quite harmful to women. It is a prescribed drug taken orally in tablets form.
The medical treatments may be used separately or in combination, as recommended by the physician hair restoration specialist.
- Laser Therapy
Laser therapy has been known to treat a variety of health conditions including removing acne, killing tumour and restoring hair growth.
In hair growth, it utilizes therapeutic lasers, which are low level class III lasers. The full name for these treatments are sometimes called as
Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), low dose laser, soft laser, cold laser, red light therapy and bio stimulation.
It is being used to treat the genetic forms of hair loss common in men and women. This technique works better for those with a relatively
smaller amount of hair loss. The laser mostly increases hair shaft thickness where patients can experience thicker hair and witness their
balding patches being covered up by thicker hair.
To date, there are many marketed portable devices for this method such as the laser-comb that can be bought and used at home.
- Diet Plans
Many varying factors contribute to hair loss, it can be genetics, diet, stress, level of physical activities, side effects of other underlying
health problems and environmental factors. While you can’t change the DNA that you get from your parents, there are quite a number of factors
that can be controlled or reversed. One of them is by changing our diet plans to include plenty of lean meats, fish, fruits and vegetables
for proper growth of hair follicle. Herbal supplements and other important vitamins and minerals such as Zinc, Iron, Vitamin B,
Copper among others, could also be taken.
Besides curbing poor eating habits, individual should also be aware of their mental stress and their sleeping pattern to ensure overall good health.
- Hair Growth Shampoos
Hair loss shampoos are easily available and for many people experiencing hair loss, this is almost always the first treatment choices chosen.
They are mostly affordable and convincing, from the abundance of advertisements. Since the variety of such shampoos is vast, it is best to get advices
from professional or at least do some survey online by reading users reviews. It would be best to go for organic products and avoid shampoos with
harsh chemical. Some contents in hair loss shampoo to look for which are helpful for hair growth is zinc, DHT blockers, Biotin for follicle strengthening
and Keratin to increase hair strength as well as follicle flexibility.
- Scalp Treatments
The scalp played a major rule in hair loss problem since hair loss is almost always associated with hair follicles which rooted in the scalp.
These treatment products come in many forms, can be bought at local retailers or can be made through DIY method at home.
Treatments for the scalp can be done using hair tonics, coconut milk or essential oils. Rosemary, lavender, olive and peppermint essential oils are
particularly great for the scalp and hair. One of the most pleasurable treatments is scalp massage.
A good massage on the scalp not only feels great but most importantly, it stimulates proper blood flow, increase blood circulation and the hair follicles within the scalp.
- Cosmetic Covers Up
The idea of people putting cosmetics on their faces to enhance their facial features and to create an artificial beauty is so widely embraced.
This could apply to our head as well but in a much straight forward and simpler way since there is only hair on our head, but eyes, nose, lips and skin on our face.
There are these non-prescription cosmetic products made from keratin fibres that bulk-up thinning hair and bald patched in no time.
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Camouflage products are offered in an assortment of colors to match natural hair color.
- Physical Cover Up
Strategic haircuts and headwear are the best short-term solution to improve physical appearance while people wait for hair transplantation or
when they are taking their time to decide on other riskier methods to deal with hair loss. One of the fastest ways to create the illusion of thicker
hair if you have long thinning hair is to cut it off because shorter hair tends to look healthier and have more volume, since it’s not weighed down by extra inches.
Find a skilful hairdresser who can add strategic layers, creating the illusion of high volume hairstyle. When dyeing your hair, aim a few shades
lighter than your natural color to make visible patches of scalp less noticeable. Last but not least, invest in a few funky headwear such as snapbacks,
hats and beanies that can disguise your hair condition while making you fashionable.
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Herbal Hair Loss Treatments Malaysia
Herbal Hair Loss Treatments Malaysia
Archaeological evidence indicates that the use of herbal medicines dates back to approximately 60,000 years ago, in the age of Palaeolithic era.
Herbal medicines or herbal treatment refers to the use of plants for healing purposes. Thus it is without doubt that plants have been the basis for medical
treatments through a big chunk of human history, and is still widely practiced today.
The society regards the use of herbalism as traditional treatment, given it long reputable history. Modern medicine recognizes herbalism as a
form of alternative medicine, as through the use of scientific methods, many traditional treatments using herbs are tested to have healing
properties in many different aspects. This article will be discussing herbal treatments in curing hair loss in both males and females.
Ayurvedic Herbs
Indian women are well known to have strong and long hair in shiny black. Thus it is no secret when they have their own home-made herbal shampoo
that is used by generations after generations. This shampoo is made from three main ingredients namely gooseberry (Amla),
acacia fruit (Shikakai) and soapnut (Reetha). To make this special herbal shampoo, all three herbs are prepared in equal amount,
for example 100grams of each to be soaked overnight in water. In the morning, the herbs are boiled until the water level is reduced to half.
Once the mixture is cooled, the boiled herbs are to be mashed in the water before the mixture is strained, collecting the homemade shampoo in a clean bottle.
This homemade shampoo effectively cleans up all the oil and dirt from your scalp and hair. It promotes growth and give the user a head of
healthier shiny hair with lots of volume. The shampoo is to be applied all over of the wet hair without rubbing and with extra care not to let the
concoction enter the eyes. After letting the hair soaked in it for about 5 minutes, it could be rinsed off with water.
This herbal hair loss treatment needs around 2 months to provide you the results. Within the months of waiting for results, highly recommend to check out www.toppikmalaysia.com/shop for the ideal products that you deserve.
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is an annual herbs cultivated worldwide as a semiarid crop, and its yellowish brown seeds are a common ingredient in dishes
from the Indian subcontinent. Fenugreek has a long history as both a culinary and medicinal herb in the ancient world. In addition, using
Fenugreek for hair growth is an age old remedy that has been practiced in many parts of the world.
To prepare this herbal hair loss treatment, only two to three tablespoons of Fenugreek seeds are needed. They have to be soaked in a
large pan filled with water for 24 hours. The mixture is then strained and the water is used to rinse the hair. After rinsing, the wet hair should be left to
sit for at least 3 hours. Once the hours have passed, the hair could be wash with lukewarm water and if this treatment is repeated daily for a month,
the hair could be seen gaining strength and volume. It is indeed a simple yet powerful herbal treatment for hair loss.
Rosemary Leaves
Rosemary herb is believed to have remedial properties, which can keep hair healthy and luscious. This has been an excellent remedy for
hair loss in women for the longest of time. A simple way to do it is just by boiling rosemary leaves and using the water to rinse the hair while washing.
This alone is said to be a good natural remedy for curing hair loss in an affordable way. However, when one part of rosemary oil is mixed with two parts
of almond oil, this mixture when used to massage the scalp for twenty minutes a day is also proven to be valuable as herbal hair loss treatment.
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Aloe Vera
Our hair comprises of protein called keratin and Aloe Vera is rich in amino acids and protein, which is amazing for promoting the growth
of healthy hair. In fact, Aloe Vera is so beneficial to the hair that it can be used not only as substitute shampoo and conditioner but also as
pre-shampoo treatment, overnight hair mask, hair gel, instant styler and even dandruff cure serum.
Aloe Vera gel is very light on the hair, able to help maintain the pH balance of the hair and have good hydrating properties.
Aloe Vera supports the production of long and strong hair. The enzymes in this plant act to remove the dead skin cells that clog the pores on the scalp.
By opening the hair follicles, nutrients can easily reach the hair, promoting hair growth and making the hair long and strong without any breakage or split ends.
With all the benefits, Aloe Vera could easily be one of the best treatments among all herbal hair loss treatments.
Onion and Garlic
Garlic and onion can be used as alternatives of herbal hair loss treatments. This is especially convenient if you have no access to other herbs
as these two ingredients would be readily available in the kitchen. Both onion and garlic are not only good for our body but also good for our hair.
Garlic and onion have to be chopped finely to extract their juices before they can be used. These extract removes and destroys harmful toxins and
stimulate blood circulation an important process to the scalp for proper hair growth and prevent hair loss. To apply onion, you need to chop it finely and
extract out the juice. Massage the scalp well with the extract and wash off with a mild shampoo.
Herbal hair loss treatments have been around much longer than the modern medicine and they were significant parts of the recorded history as
well as in the daily life of many who are practising these treatments. Since herbs and the other ingredients used are derived from natural sources, they do
not contain harsh chemical and would be generally safe to be used. However, user should do their own research and seek advice before trying on a
new treatment using new ingredients for fear of the allergic reactions that might occur within individuals.
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Top Ten Hair Loss Shampoos Review Malaysia [Most Popular worldwide]
Top Ten Hair Loss Shampoos Review Malaysia
Science has proved it, your mother has told you, hair loss is natural. It really is. Everyone experience it in a daily basis. It is in fact as common as sunlight in the daytime. However, the normal number of hair to be loss in a day is between 50 to 100 hair, which sometimes could go quite unnoticeable. When a person hair loss is significantly more than that amount, a person has is said to have excessive hair shedding or ‘hair loss’ problem.
Confidence plays a tremendously important role in a person’s wellbeing and it’s no secret that hair plays a big part of that. Thus many people suffer internally when this ‘hair loss’ problem affects a large percentage of today’s population. So why should you suffer when countless advertisements printed in bold are telling you that an array of unlimited products are available to cure your ‘hair loss’ problem?
We know that you have only one head to test try so many existing products. Each product take time to work their wonder and they come with different cost as well. Hence, after spending many hours going through published researches and product reviews, we have come out with a list of top 10 best hair loss shampoos of all time. Read on to find out all you need to know about the best hair loss shampoos.
Pura d’or Shampoo
The Pura d’or Hair Loss Prevention Premium Organic Shampoo has been claimed as No.1 Amazon Best Seller since 2012. It is affordable, nice smelling and contain no harmful ingredients. It brings in many benefits for the hair as well including strengthening hair, increasing hair volume, and supports healthy hair growth.
Bosley Bos Revive Shampoo
Bosley Bos Revive Nourishing Shampoo for Visibly Thinning Hair is very cost-efficient for those on a budget. This product is meant for non-colour treated hair, indicating there is not as many chemicals in this product, highlighting it as a safer choice for treating hair loss problem. Customers feedback that this shampoo produces thicker, silkier hair without causing dryness or dandruff. It also has a mild, pleasant scent.
Maple Holistic Argan Oil Shampoo
All-natural Argan Oil Shampoo by Maple Holistics is a decent choice if you want to try a hair loss shampoo. An overwhelming majority of customers who tried it expressed satisfaction on the improvement on how their hair feels and looks. This shampoo is being sold at a lower price relatively plus, there are many free giveaways from the company for the users to try.
Ultrax Labs Hair Surge Caffeine Stimulating Shampoo
Ultarx Labs Hair Surge utilize caffeine to stimulate hair follicles and improve the texture and health of the hair. It also contains Ketoconazole, which is an anti-inflammatory molecule that has been shown to help prevent hair loss. Top rated Amazon shopper James Lofton noticed regrowth around the hairline after three months of using Hair Surge. Other reviewers mostly gave 5 stars and say that it stimulates the growth of new hair. Though, this product is quite expensive.
Nioxin Cleanser, System 2 Shampoo
Nioxin has been around since 1987 and this product has been rated as one of the top hair regrowth shampoos since 2014. Nioxin hair care system guarantees denser looking hair in as short as 30 days. Numerous testimonials indicated best results were seen after three months of daily application. The Nioxin official site states:
NIOXIN uses advanced technologies to deliver thicker, fuller, denser-looking hair. NIOXIN’s advanced technologies provide real solutions for making the most of the hair you have.
Regenepure DR Hair and Scalp Treatment Shampoo
Regenepure is another caffeine-based shampoo that can be used to relieve dry and itchy scalps, as well as excessive oiliness and dandruff. The vast majority of the customers who provided their unbiased reviews complimented on its effectiveness. It may be more expensive than other brands and take longer to produce results, but it certainly works for many.
CAYENNE Hair Growth Shampoo
CAYENNE Hair Growth is a product from the company Green Touch, which specialized in botanical hair care. This product was created based on the anatomy and physiology of human hair, allowing it to formulate products that can help promote the flow of blood in the precise area in order to encourage hair follicles to remain in their growth phase and to prevent the death of the follicles. This is very efficient to stop hair loss and to promote hair growth.
Nexxus Vitatress Biotin Shampoo
Nexuss Vita Tress treats hair loss, prevents the loss of hair in clumps and thicken hair with noticeable results within days to week, depending on individuals. Besides being a reliable shampoo to treat fine, fragile, and thinning hair, this shampoo also delivers nutrients to the hair and reduces excess oil production in the cleaning process.
Just Natural Hair Loss Shampoo
Just Natural Hair Loss Shampoo provides ample nutrients to the hair and stimulates hair growth by gently cleansing the hair follicles to promote growth. The product functions very well to stop hair from coming out in big clumps. It is organic and hand mixed per batch so the colour and consistencies of each batch of products varies.
Phytworx Organic Shampoo
Phytoworx Organic shampoo utilizes plant stem cells and plant-based ingredients which are believed to stimulate the scalp and to combat balding and falling hair. Customers report seeing improvements in their hair within a few days to a few weeks. The shampoo’s hair loss prevention technique works well for most people with nice smells and zero side effects.
If you’re in it to try any of the hair fall shampoos in the list, be sure to allocate about six months for each product to prove their efficiencies. Six months is an ideal time frame to test any hair loss deterrence product and assess results. This is a long list and there are even more products not listed to choose from, given enough time and effort everyone should be able to find a Hair Loss Shampoo that works for them.
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Everything You Need to Know About Propecia Finasteride [How it works]
Everything You Need to Know About Propecia (Finasteride)
In 1992, pharmaceutical giant Merck & Co. developed a synthetic compound called finasteride and created a medicine called Proscar
with a 5mg content of finasteride to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)or widely known as an enlarged prostate gland.
Merck later discovered an extraordinary side effect of Proscar treatment where some of the patients with hair fall condition reported hair growth
after taking the medicine. Through numerous researches and clinical trials, they found out by dropping the dosage of finasteride to 1mg, it could be used to
correct androgenetic alopecia or male pattern baldness, a hereditary condition that affects close to 50% of the male population aged 50 or older.
However, this medicine could only be used in men. It is not indicated for use in women and children.
Clinical studies over the years demonstrated in men (18 to 41 years old) with mild to moderate male pattern hair loss had confirmed the effectiveness
of Propecia (finasteride) treatment. At 12 months, 86% of the men reported positive feedback on hair growth.
Patient self-assessment disclosed improvement across racial groups with Propecia (finasteride) treatment with mainly satisfaction of the frontal hairline.
To date, there are only two type of drugs that have been approved by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as legitimate hair loss treatment
products and Propecia (Finasteride) is one of them. Propecia (finasteride) comes in the form of pinkish orange octagonal film-coated convex
tablets for oral administration. The tablets are coated and will prevent contact with the active ingredient finasteride during normal handling but
once it is broken or crushed, the active ingredient is exposed, making it unsafe to be handled by pregnant women or women who may potentially be pregnant.
This is due to the possibility of absorption of finasteride and the subsequent potential risk to a male foetus. Experiments with female rats has shown
that low doses of finasteride administered during pregnancy have produced abnormalities of the external genitalia in male offspring and this is a possibility in human as well.
Propecia (finasteride) tablets require physician prescription. Each tablets contain 1mg of finasteride as the active ingredient
and the tablet is to be taken once daily and can be administered with or without meals.
While it is hazardous for women to use the product, Propecia (finasteride) also came with a lot of side effects in general use for men,
especially regarding sexuality.
The most common side effects include:
- Testicular pain
- A decrease in sex drive
- A decrease in semen production
- Trouble in getting a penal erection
- Trouble in keeping a penal erection
- Trouble with sperm ejaculation
- Male infertility
- Low sperm count
- Poor sperm quality
- Changes breasts such as lumps, tenderness, enlargement or nipple discharge. In rare cases, male breast cancer.
In 2011, the FDA revealed that many of the deficiency in sexual function listed above may continue even after the drug is no longer being used.
In April 2012, FDA officially made another revision to the product, announcing the continuation in experiencing sexual side effects after cessation of use.
Besides sexual complications, Propecia (finasteride) also cause ill health in terms of allergic reactions such as rash, itching,
hives and swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, and face. Read more on this topic at www.toppikmalaysia.com/blog
If the treatment with Propecia (finasteride) is paused, hair loss problem will resume, because these treatments don’t usually have any effects beyond active use.
Any delay or disturbance to the constant consumption of the drugs will affect the results. Even in continuous usage, the drug needs months to prove their functions.
In the meantime, everybody needs to carry on with their daily life. There might be some events to attend, important people to meet, and special appearances to be made.
While the Propecia (finasteride) tablets are taking their time kicking into your system,
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Everything You Need to Know About Rogaine Minoxidil In Malaysia [How it works]
Everything You Need to Know About Rogaine Minoxidil In Malaysia
Today, of all the products on the market claiming to be able to successfully treat the ever present problem of hair loss, there are only two type of drugs
that have been approved by United States, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as legitimate hair loss treatment products.
One of the drugs are Rogaine Minoxidil . Rogaine Minoxidil is the first topical brand to be FDA-approved to
help regrow hair in both sexes but dermatologists suggested that Rogaine tends to be a better option for women.
Ironically, the U.S. FDA initially approved Rogaine Minoxidil as treatment for male pattern baldness in 1988. It took three years before
FDA extend the approval for use in women in 1991. After Rogaine was made available for purchase without prescription in 1995,
the manufacturer has extended its product line to include various formulations,
the most recent being a foam preparation for men, which launched in the year 2006.
As of March 2010, products of Rogaine Minoxidil include Rogaine Foam and Rogaine Extra Strength Solution for men,
which contain 5% of the active ingredient minoxidil;
and Rogaine Topical Solution for women, which contains 2% minoxidil. The lower concentration is recommended for women
user as there is a potential for some women the medication trickles down onto the face or the stain on the hand is not washed away properly.
This risk is relatively lower for women who use the 2% concentration of the drug, as opposed to the 5% concentration that is designed for men.
Rogaine Minoxidil is an over-the-counter topical treatment that usually comes in two forms, namely as liquid or as foam.
Liquid Rogaine for men and women is applied directly to a towel-dried hair with dry scalp using a dropper. According to the manufacturer,
the dropper should be filled to the 1 ml line and carefully applied to the areas of the scalp where hair is thinning, starting with the crown of the
head first then continuing to other areas of the affected scalp. The liquid Rogaine Minoxidil is then gently massaged into the skin using the fingertips.
It is used primarily for treating androgenetic alopecia (also called male-pattern baldness and female-pattern baldness), and alopecia aerate, an autoimmune disease.
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Application should be twice a day and the products might take up to four months of daily usage to show maximum effect.
The desirable effect would be thickened hair shafts and increase of hair follicles.
An applicator is not needed when applying Rogaine Minoxidil product in spray foam. Similarly, the foam is applied to towel-dried hair on a clean scalp.
After spraying the foamy product of around half the volume of the product’s cap, the foam is massaged into the areas of the scalp where hair loss is noticeable.
When using any of the products, the manufacturer stresses on washing your hands well after each application.
Rogaine Minoxidil in spray foam form is prepared in alcohol and glycerine base. This formulation is specialized formulated for those
who experience contact dermatitis with Rogaine Minoxidil liquid preparations. On a side note, female consumers
who do not have the option of selecting a foam formulation, have to make do with the liquid solution.
This might come as a sad news for female consumers who enjoy a good selection and a variety of products.
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Although the product is easily available over the counter with no prescription needed when purchasing, it is still highly encouraged to
consult a specialist or dermatologist before beginning the long term treatment of using Rogaine Minoxidil since there are still
risks that come with taking the drug. Some of the advantages and disadvantages of using this product is listed below:
Advantages:
- It is able to actually encourage new hair growth.
- It helps to slows down or stops hair loss
Disadvantages:
- The product can cause skin irritations to certain individuals. The irritations may be in the form of redness, redness, flaky scalp, itching scalp and others.
- There might be an initial increase in hair shedding. It can cause more hair loss during the first two to four weeks because some of the old hairs are being pushed out by new ones.
- Results take time, usually from around the fourth month to possibly a year.
- The product is expensive. The usage of the product has to be continualas the results disappear once the medication is stopped.
- It can be inconvenient to stick to the strict regime of double application daily.
- It can change the texture and the colour of the new hair.
- To certain individuals, there might be some health complications such as weight gain, light-headedness, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, chest pain and the swelling of stomach, face, ankles or hands.
Some of the famous Minoxidil product on the market right now are
- Rogaine Minoxidil by Phizer
- Kirkland Minoxidil by costco
- Regenepure Minoxidil Salonceuticals
- Lipogaine
Nevertheless, Rogaine Minoxidil is proven to be effective and for most, relatively safe.
To be frank, it takes a lot of effort and determination to go on a long term treatment to fight hair loss,
however there are other products that can work wonder for a fast fix while going on the treatment.
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Traits of Healthy Hair
Traits of Healthy Hair
Our hair sits on top of our head, it frames our faces and sometimes hang long, past our shoulders or down to our waists.
Being on the position it is, our hair is almost always the first thing that people notice about us. How does it look like, what is it colours, is it trendily styled or messy?
Inevitably, we all want our hair to be healthy, strong yet soft, with lots of shine and no tangles, frizzes or hair loss.
We try to follow the most effective hair care routines, we look for the most suitable hair products in the market and if you are reading this,
I am sure you are one of the many that look for the best hair advices and knowledges.
Here, the information we are about to share with you are the traits of healthy hair.
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Healthy Scalp
Sometimes in our quest for cultivating a head of fine, attractive hair, we often pool all of our focus onto our strains of hair and either
forget about or neglect the importance of a healthy scalp. Imagine a plant growing from the soil, similarly our hair grows from our scalp.
If our plant is wittering or not being on its best, we will nurture the soil by watering or fertilising it so it is very comparable to our hair.
When our hair is not looking and feeling good, we have to shift our focus to the scalp.
Yes, healthy scalp produces healthy hair.
Your scalp is fully responsible for that because it possesses the hair follicles which extend deep down into your scalp that your hair grows from.
Your hair follicles consist of several parts which is illustrated below. It would stand to reason that the scalp which house many
of these follicles need to stay in a healthy condition, otherwise,
there would be no hair or the hair that does manage to make it through, probably will not be very healthy.
The Papilla is located at the base of the follicle and contains blood vessels that nourish the cells of the follicle.
Inner and outer root sheaths of the follicle protect the hair growing within while the bulb is the tiny white blob
that we see at the end of our hair when it sheds. Since it is connected to the papilla, it is actually the living part of the hair follicle.
Sebaceous glands are tasked to produce and secrete sebum that conditions the hair and scalp.
As an individual that care about personal hygiene, cleanliness as well as the health of our hair, we have to maintain our
scalp health by your scalp health by ensuring that it is not clogged, stays clean and is properly nourished.
This ensure an ideal environment for healthy hair to grow. On the other hand, we don’t want to overstimulate it by over cleansing it.
That could strip off the natural sebum, causing excessive dryness and itching which can lead to itchy and irritated scalp.
Soft hair
Soft hair is one of the traits for healthy hair. If your hair is not soft, there are several reasons behind that.
Since coarse and dry hair tends to be hard, it means you are not moisturizing properly. To gain healthy hair,
it is extremely important to make sure your hair is nourished with all the moisture it needs. Choose water-based moisturizing products with less harsh
chemicals and always go for organic product or natural home remedies if possible. Make it a routine to condition your hair after every hair-wash,
but being careful to skip the roots to avoid weighing them down or causing them, causing hair breakage.
You could also use a moisturizing leave-in spray before styling your hair. Once a week, it is recommended to apply a deep conditioning hair mask.
Product build up could cause our hair to be dry and hard. It is very easy to pile product on and on but once gone overboard, the scalp will be burdened
by the chemicals residue from many products, making it greasy, waxy, and heavy. This will further irritate the scalp and harm hair growth.
To remove products build up, we can use clarifying rinses with organic hair wash, or apple cider vinegar.
Shiny Hair
When people tell you, having shine means hair is healthy, they are absolutely right. Like skin, hair just looks better when it glows, no kidding!
Elizabeth Tanzi, co-director of the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery in Washington, D.C. stated that “Shiny hair reflects light, creating natural
highlights and making the face appear radiant.” When looking for hair products to add shine and lustre, one must pay attention for products infused with silicones or
natural oils that can easily penetrate the scalp and nourish the hair follicle. Hair lustres due to the miniscule scales on outermost layer of the
hair shaft lying flat to reflect light. Damage to the hair cuticle causes the hair to swell and impede the shine and lustre.
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Usually dry, unhealthy hair is a result of poor hair handling techniques, but often, other factors such as the weather, inadequate nutrition,
unsuitable hair product usage, illness or hormonal change may be responsible.
Even lifestyle choices and personal habits such as swimming and overexposure to the sun can all dehydrate hair, making them rough and gloomy.
Smooth Hair
When the hair is healthy, hair shafts are smooth, easily detangle on their own, without the help of a detangler or any detangler products.
The term smooth and silky accurately describe the feeling of your hair growing evenly, smoothly with great texture.
It feels silky to the extent that the hair will slide pass you hand in your attempt to touch or hold them. According to the American Chemical Society,
in a damagingly dry condition, the edge of the hair shaft cuticle will start to peel off and cause friction, making the hair rough and difficult to be combed.
This is the opposite of being smooth and silky. To fix this, you can use a conditioner, which is designed to coat the hair shaft and soften the cuticle, making hair combed easier.
Last but not least, no matter what your hair type is, it is always important to take the time to identify the most suitable treatments,
remedies and products for your hair. Some people may take a longer period to figure their hair out than others but in the end it will be worth it,
as we are living in a world of instant gratification where first impression speaks a great deal about ourselves.
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