Female pattern hair loss can progress from a widening part to overall thinning. I met my friend Barbara (01) twelve years ago when our boys were toddlers. Barbara is a tiny woman with lots of spunk. I always thought of her as strong, smart, and confident. She called one day and confided in me that […]
“It seems to me that being “not okay” is a perfectly acceptable response to this unwanted, unannounced situation. There’s nothing wrong with feeling “not okay” on some days or in some situations. We are grieving the loss of our hair, the loss of our identity, the loss of our sense of self, and the […]
If you’re searching for hair loss treatments, finasteride is a name you’ll need to familiarize yourself with. Why? Only two hair loss products have received the FDA’s seal of approval — minoxidil is one of them. The other product is finasteride. What is finasteride? Although there are many different types of hair loss, the most […]
Is the comb-over really a good look? Sure, Donald Trump made it part of his signature, but how many other guys do you know who can or want to make that style work? If your hair is thinning due to male pattern baldness, also known as androgenic alopecia, or other reasons don’t stress. Whether you’re […]
Fact No. 1: Growth Starts at the Scalp When it comes to the health of their hair, most people concentrate on the hair itself and overlook the skin on their scalp. The scalp is more than something your hair adheres to, however. It’s like soil for your hair. Just like you can’t grow plants in […]
If you’re experiencing hair loss, you’re not alone. According to the American Hair Loss Association, at least two-thirds of all American men will have noticeable hair loss by the time they turn thirty-five. Women account for forty percent of all Americans experiencing hair loss. (01) Those numbers are much higher than you thought, right? Sure, […]
You’re in the shower, look down, and notice the drain is filled with hair. Is that mine, or is it my partner’s? Did the kids use my shower? Where is all of that hair coming from? Then, you notice something even worse. The hair on the side of your head is so thin that it […]
It starts with a few hairs on your pillow. Then, while you’re in the shower, you notice a few more hairs than usual flowing into the drain. Once these incidents occur more often, you start to ask yourself the difficult question, “Am I going bald?” It’s a tough question to come to terms with, but […]
Everyone knows sunscreen is an essential part of a healthy skincare regimen. You’re probably diligent about applying sunscreen on your arms and face, probably even the tops of your ears! As awesome as you are at applying sunscreen, you might be missing one crucial area – your scalp. Sun Protection for Your Scalp There […]
Dr. Ben Behnam, Los Angeles-based board-certified dermatologist, hair loss specialist, and co-founder of Happy Head prescription grade hair loss solutions, was recently a guest on The Hair Therapy Podcast with Kate Holohan. The podcast was loaded with information about the causes of hair loss and treatment options. It’s amazing how many options both men and […]
