During a hair transplant surgery, the surgeon extracts healthy hair follicles from the back of the scalp, which is the “donor site.” The hair follicles of the donor site then go into the balding area, referred to as the “receiving site,” via microscopic incisions. The back of the scalp is the donor area not only for the similarity of the hair but also because hair from there is thinning-resistant. Once grafted, it’ll grow as strong as it should in the…

Hair can fall, and there are many different reasons for hair loss which could be blamed for your particular case. From physical diseases to psychological conditions, the reasons for hair loss are varied and reach across different domains. Nutrition, habits, and even your choice of hairstyle are all just some of them.  Knowing the reasons for hair loss that apply to your particular case brings you one step closer to treating them once and for all. Here are some of…

Just like youth and good health, we take eyebrows for granted. They have a significant impact on our appearance and our ability to convey facial expressions. They serve as a frame over our eyes and offer protection from environmental effects and sweat. At Gold City Hair, we have a clear understanding of the importance of the social and physical functions of eyebrows. That’s why we offer high-quality eyebrow transplantations at our centre. Possible Reasons For Losing Eyebrow Hair Eyebrows are…

There are quite a few different types of hair loss conditions. All of which have in common almost exclusively the fact that they make your hair shed and fall. The underlying conditions from which all of them stem vary depending on the type.  Androgenetic Alopecia Also known more commonly as “male pattern baldness” when it afflicts men and “female pattern baldness” when it afflicts women, this type of hair loss comes from our own genes. Certain genes we inherit from…

Saying which treatment is best for hair loss is like saying which strength training regime is best for getting a leaner body. The answer will vary according to the individual characteristics of each person, and not one answer is true across all cases. That said, with hair loss, there are a few possible answers to choose from. There are several different types of hair loss, and finding out which type you have is key to treating it.  Types of Hair…

Out of all hair loss diagnostic methods, the most classic one is the physical exam that includes a pull test. In this method, the doctor pulls out a number of your hair. This is to see how many of them actually get plucked. And from it, the doctor determines if you actually suffer from hair loss.  The doctor also looks for signs of swelling, infections, and redness to discard any possible underlying condition. If around 15% of the total of…

Normally, the cells in the body multiply, grow and die in a controlled way. Cancer cells continue to grow and grow uncontrollably. Chemotherapy works by killing cancer cells, preventing them from spreading and slowing their growth. These cancer-killing drugs are powerful drugs that attack rapidly growing cancer cells. Unfortunately, besides those cancer cells, these drugs also attack other fast-growing cells in your body, including those in your hair follicles. Some chemotherapy drugs cause more hair loss than others, and different…

The history of hair transplant procedures’ latest technique, the follicular unit excision (FUE), has been sixty years in the making.  Spawned from such countries as Japan, the United States, and Australia, the history of hair transplant latest technique is rife with ingenuity, discovery, and much rediscovery. From the Land of the Rising Sun In the 1930s, Japanese dermatologist Dr Shojui Okuda dedicated much of his time to look for ways to restore the hair of burn victims. He experimented with…

Hair loss is a problem that can be due to numerous causes. Fortunately, it is possible to prevent it and take care of the hair, thanks to proper nutrition. Hair loss can happen by several factors, including: stress,  frequent use of chemicals and straighteners,  health problems,  or hormonal changes.  However, nutrition also plays an important role. There are, in fact, certain foods that help prevent hair loss. Through food, the organism assimilates the nutrients necessary for its proper functioning. On…

Whether you’re heading to bed or the gym, tying your hair up in a ponytail is the only option that seems feasible. Even if you’re off to bed, there’s a pretty good chance that you’re tying your hair again.  Yes, hair tie is a convenient styling method to keep your tresses out of the way. However, elastic or harsh rubber bands are not so good for your hair. Too much pulling and tight hair ties can damage your hair, resulting…