Hair Loss - The Best Treatments

By Elena Lopes


Hair loss is a common problem but that doesn't mean its any more pleasant if you have it. Lots of people have been looking for real hair loss treatments for hundreds of years, and even those who are considered experts don't see eye to eye on what works. To determine if something is helpful to you should give it a go, providing it is of course safe. Below are some treatments for hair loss, some mainstream and some not, but lots of people have had success with them.

Next to hair transplant surgery, the most medically advanced treatment for hair loss is laser treatment. Lasers, which are tuned to a certain frequency, can actually induce increased blood flow in the scalp which will in turn help your hairs begin to grow. One product that is very popular is called a laser comb, which allows you to comb your hair and stimulate growth while doing so. Although you can buy these devices, physicians also do laser treatments and you might want to get a second opinion before spending your money. Laser combs, on the other hand, can be purchased over-the-counter and do not have a specific track record related to the results. If you're wondering about FDA approval, these devices have been approved and are safe for human use. If you really want to find out if lasers will work on your scalp, ask your doctor and use the high-tech versions that they have available. It has been demonstrated that, in some patients, laser treatment has provided hair follicle stimulation and growth over time.

Washing and drying your hair could contribute to your hair loss. The use of a gentle shampoo is less likely to cause any reactions. Right after washing your hair you should not rub the towel harshly. If you must brush your hair while it is still wet, you should consider using a wide tooth comb. It's also better to let your hair dry naturally than to subject it to frequent heating and drying. Hair loss can be accelerated with rough treatment.

Not all medications will work for everyone. Finasteride and Minoxidil also known as Rogaine have been approved by the FDA. While Rogaine is one of the best known treatments for what is known as male pattern baldness, it's only effective for about half the men who take it. Finasteride, which is also known by the brand name Propecia, has a better track record for this problem, though it works best in the early stages of hair loss. So, if you have already lost all or most of your hair, it is unlikely that any drug will restore it. In this case, hair transplant surgery may be your only option.

In summary, there are many products that say they can stop hair loss. To be honest, a lot of these won't work for most of us.

The best natural approach is to simply eat a healthy diet in addition to being gentle with your hair and using natural products on it. Medications and surgical procedures exist where hair loss can be reversed, however they cost a lot of money. In this article we have only covered a select few treatments for hair loss, but you should try some as they may be able to help you.




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