Women seem to be more vocal regarding the importance of their look– being dubbed as the crowning glory. On the other hand, men may not be so expressive about it, but their hair is also a symbol of masculinity and power. A man’s hair is a part of his identity. This also represents vitality and strength. This explains how hair loss can be a devastating experience for men as much as it is for women. However, hair loss is said…
Beards have always been strongly associated with a man’s masculinity. You appear more manly and powerful with a beard. However, some men really can’t seem to grow a beard or facial hair. Some men who are in their 20’s have that inability to grow a beard. Does this make you less of a man? Well, no. Not at all. Men are never created equal. Body or facial hair isn’t tantamount to virility or equate to being manly. Having less or…
Most hair care products would have silicone as a primary ingredient. However, there are some hair care products which are labelled as “silicone-free”. People wonder whether it’s supposed to be taken as a warning or an advertisement saying that silicone-free products are safe for your hair. Well, there are practically two sides to every story. What are Silicones? Most people would find it alarming that silicone can be found in hair care products. Well, this isn’t a surprise knowing that…
Winter spells delight. These cold months would mean better sleep for some. However, this season of the year can also wreak havoc to your hair because it can cause extreme dryness as well as static and brittle hair. Exposure to dry and cold air can cause your tresses to lose its lustre and luscious feel. It can instantly zap the moisture out of your hair and leave it dull and lifeless. This way, it’s also more prone to damage. So,…
Eyelashes are one of the most important elements that reveal the beauty of your eyes. Not only because it makes your eyes look great, but also because it protects the eyes from dust and small particles. Voluminous, long, curled lashes have always been the main element in the beauty world, making the eyes more attractive. While the length and volume of the lashes vary for each person, almost everyone wants their lashes to be thick and remarkable. Unfortunately, your lashes,…
Hair is very important to everyone. Protecting the health of our hair and having voluminous and shiny hair is the dream of many of us. Unfortunately, one of the biggest problems today is hair loss. This problem may occur due to hormonal and nutritional factors, exposure to chemicals, genetic susceptibility, systemic diseases, hair development disorders, some medications, psychological stress or scalp diseases. If you are experiencing hair loss for more than two months, this may be a sign of a…
As a species, we have a strong tendency to associate healthy-looking, thick, full hair with youth and vitality. We cannot help it; it is the way we are wired. There is a multi-billion dollar market for hair related products and treatments. People happily pay these a small fortune regularly. There are things we do that are not necessary, even detrimental to our hair health. Sometimes we cause more damage than good. We will explore the ways people mistreat their hair…
Hair grows at the same rate for both males and females. There are some factors, though, that could affect its growth. Below are some possible elements that could hamper hair growth: Malnutrition. If an individual has an adequate intake of essential nutrients for optimum hair growth, it could affect the development of hair follicles. Illness Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy. Both therapies could disrupt the development of hair follicles and may further result in hair loss. Pregnancy. Women naturally shed more…
When you have struggled with hair loss for a long time, for sure going through hair transplant must be the most exciting and thrilling moment in your life. It will definitely be life-changing. And preparing for your hair transplant is a very important part of the process. Hair transplant is not a risky procedure to undergo. However, there are a set of instructions you have to do as advised by your doctor and medical team. They will advise you with…
Although we lose around 100 strands of hair a day, that’s just a tiny fraction of the 100,000 hair follicles that can be found on an average human head. So when you start noticing an unusual amount of hair clogged in the drain or stuck in your comb after just one shower and brush, you might need to pay more attention to your hair. Is your hair brittle, or is it thinning? Well, it can be hard to tell. And…