What are Probiotics and how do they impact Hair Health?

Posted on 4th December 2019 at 12:00

With the number of hair health treatments on the market growing at an increasing rate, it can sometimes be difficult to know how effective various treatments are for solving issues of hair loss and thinning, or if they even work at all. One of the aforementioned treatments seen to be increasing in recent popularity is probiotics, but are they actually as successful at preventing hair loss as they claim to be?

Everyday factors that can induce hair loss

Posted on 25th November 2019 at 12:00

Losing your hair can be an upsetting experience, causing distress and a negative outlook on our own personal image. There are different types of hair loss, and some are treatable. But before we get into that, let’s look at the things we do everyday that could lead to hair loss, and what we can do to prevent this from happening.

What is Alopecia Areata?

Posted on 5th November 2019 at 12:00

Alopecia is an autoimmune disease, which attacks the hair follicles in our body, resulting in hair loss. The extent of hair loss can be varied from person to person, and depends on which type of alopecia you develop.

Dealing with the early signs of hair loss

Posted on 30th October 2019 at 12:00

Hair loss can be a difficult and uncomfortable experience, causing detrimental effects to self-confidence, body image and mental wellbeing. So, if you are worried about developing hair loss, it can be helpful to be familiar with the warning signs. In this blog we are going to explore the early signs of hair loss and explore how we can prevent it developing further

Can a Vegan Diet lead to Hair Loss?

Posted on 18th October 2019 at 12:00

As Veganism becomes increasingly more popular within mainstream media, more questions about its impact on our overall health seem to arise. While it is undeniable that a vegan diet can bring great benefits to both health and general wellbeing, answers seem to become scare when attention is shifted to the effects that veganism can have upon the health of our hair. Below, we aim to answer these questions, and determine once and for all whether the vegan diet is known to be a cause, or factor, within hair loss and thinning.

Why does Hair Loss occur in Women?

Posted on 11th September 2019 at 12:00

Hair Loss is an issue known to affect many women at some point within their lifetime, with 91% admitting worry over concerns of losing their hair. But, why does hair loss occur in Women?

There are a number of factors that can play a role within the loss or thinning of hair, some of which can be combatted as to avoid the chances of hair loss in women. Below, we’ll aim to discuss the factors known to be associated with female hair loss, helping you to identify, and resolve, the problem.

Can A Vegetarian Diet Benefit Hair Growth?

Posted on 5th August 2019 at 12:00

While there are a multitude of diets that claim to have great benefits for your overall health, unfortunately, not many of these can be attributed to science. Vegetarianism, however, is a diet with a range of scientific studies proving its perks. The vegetarian diet can be defined as the practise of abstaining from the consumption of meat, and while many may follow vegetarianism for reasons of morals or religion, there are also those who do so for the multitude of health benefits that accompany. However, what effect does this have upon the health, and growth, of your hair?

Could Hair Loss be caused by Vitamin D Deficiency?

Posted on 22nd July 2019 at 12:00

Vitamin D is a vital nutrient known to play an important role within many of the body’s functions, assisting in the maintenance of health bones and teeth, as well as protecting against a wide range of varying conditions such as type one diabetes and even cancer. However, a deficiency of vitamin D is known to be associated with the cause of numerous health problems, including hair loss. However, what’s the relationship between hair growth and vitamin D, and, if suffering from hair loss caused by a lack of such nutrients, are the effects reversible?

Hair Transplant Misconceptions

Posted on 4th July 2019 at 12:00

As the number of us opting to undergo hair transplant surgery as an effective treatment for our hair loss increases, so does the amount of misinformation being spread about the procedure. These misconceptions provide an inaccurate impression upon the capabilities of this hair loss treatment, often leaving individuals to think that this is not the right choice for them to move ahead with; this is often not the case.

Below, we’ve listed some of the most common ‘facts’ about hair transplants that are actually completely false.

Can Hair Loss in Women be caused by Inflammation?

Posted on 3rd June 2019 at 12:00

While it’s no secret that hair loss has more of an impact upon the male percent of our population in comparison to women, this is still a common issue known to affect around at least 40% of females in their lifetime. Many varying factors are known to cause a loss of hair in females, ranging from reasons of genetics down to issues of nutrition; however, many medical explanations can be found to have the influence of one thing in common: inflammation.

So, why can inflammation be found to cause hair loss, and is this an issue that can be prevented?