Researchers have identified the cells that directly give rise to hair as well as the mechanism that causes hair to turn gray

Why is my hair falling out? Why am I losing my hair? The common link is stress! Stress induced Alopecia and or hair loss.

By:  Gordon Gibb Syndicated Content provided by Lawyers and Settlements The study was published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Boston, MABrad Dovell is a resident of Calgary, Alberta who could have gone the Propecia finasteride route for his hair loss. Instead, according to the Calgary Herald (11/11/16) he chose a surgical procedure called ARTAS Robotic, which transplants hair from the back of the scalp and moves it forward to help ‘fill’ sparse areas towards the front. Dr. John Gillespie, of the Gillespie Clinic in Calgary, also noted Propecia help as an option: finasteride that blocks the male hormone dihydrotestosterone, thought to be a precursor to hair loss. And while Gillespie noted that Propecia side effects can cause birth defects in pregnant women, Propecia finasteride is “very effective for men with vertex (top of the head) hair loss. It will stabilize frontal hair in most men,” Gillespie said. There was no mention in the report of the potential for Propecia sexual dysfunction. According to the Post-Finasteride Syndrome Foundation (PFS Foundation), a not-for-profit foundation dedicated to raising funds for clinical research, the database of adverse drug reactions maintained by the World Health Organization’s Programme for International Drug Monitoring contained 13,546 adverse reaction reports associated with finasteride […]

By:  Sarah George Syndicated Content provided by The Gazette – Long beach’s favorite community website I am losing my hair. That is the one postpartum symptom that people failed to tell me about. Once Alice hit the 3-month mark, I noticed strands of my hair on her. Every time I picked her up, there was some hair on her chest. I suspect that it had fallen off of my shirt or Alice could have pulled some strands when she grabs my hair. She is just learning to grab things. This wasn’t the only time when I’ve noticed when I was losing my hair. It is evident pretty much every time I washed and brushed my hair. If you don’t believe me, you can look at my shower drain. I’m scared to even look at my bathroom floor. I’ve lost so much hair, we could probably put it together to make a wig or make “The Addams Family’s” Cousin It. Why did people fail to tell me this? Maybe they didn’t because it’s enough to scare anyone not to have a baby. That and the fact of how a baby comes out of the body is enough to terrify anyone. So […]

By:  Leah Fletcher Syndicated Content provided by The Sun – Philadelphia The advertisements for the treatment of hair loss usually guarantee longer, thicker hair, but they also offer to return double the money you paid for the product or service, if those results are not achieved. Most of those advertisements target men for the treatment of balding and hair loss. The conclusion might be that hair loss is an issue generally affecting men only. However, statics show that as many as two-thirds of all women experience hair loss at some point. And research further indicates that about 30 percent of women will experience some form of hair loss by the age of 50. Research, presented by Dr. Yolanda Lenzy at the American Academy of Dermatology’s annual meeting earlier this year, indicated that almost half of African-American women have experienced hair loss. Alice Thompson, a 55-year-old nurse, noticed her thinning hair when masses of her hair appeared tangled in her comb. “I wasn’t sure what caused my hair to fall out,” explained Thompson, who consulted her hairstylist for answers. She learned the products she used were too harsh and were damaging her hair. A hairstylist can be the first line of […]

By:  Randy Dotinga Syndicated Content provided by Modern Medicine Network When he describes the state of hair restoration today, Atlanta-area plastic surgeon Dr. Keith Jeffords doesn’t just talk about the wonders of modern follicle transplants. He has another message too: Your scalp won’t have to pay the price. “There’s new technology, new devices, new ways to do this that are less painful and less invasive but still satisfactory,” says Jeffords, M.D., D.D.S. “No one goes to get their gallbladder out with a 12-inch scar like they used to. That’s what we should be doing: We shouldn’t leave a 12-inch scar on the back of somebody’s head.” Dr. Jeffords, who’s in private practice in Smyrna, Ga., spoke about adding hair restoration to plastic surgery practices at Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2016, the annual gathering of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. In a conversation with Cosmetic Surgery Times, he talked about technological advances, competitive advantages for plastic surgeons and the market for reconstructive hair restoration. Restoration Technology Changes the Game Years ago, Dr. Jeffords refused to get a hair transplant himself because he didn’t want to be sidelined from working. Why? Because he wouldn’t be able to perform surgery for several weeks […]

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Everyone from the Kardashians to former Bachelor stars are praising chewable nutrients for their healthy hair benefits. Here, what a hair expert and nutritionist have to say about them. By:  By Cassie Shortsleeve Syndicated Content from Shape.com The Hair Society Scroll through Instagram and you might notice your fave celebs (the whole Kardashian clan, Vanessa Hudgens, or The Bachelor‘s Amanda Stanton) posting subtle #sponsored photos about blue-hued gummy vitamins called SugarBears. Popping the sugary edibles is said to help you grow stronger, longer, and shinier hair. The company’s website describes the product as “a bear who loves hair.” (Creepy…?) But while there are certainly testimonies from those who aren’t being paid to post the praises of the gummies, can these little guys actually work to give you Hollywood-esque hair? “They could possibly help, but no vitamin is ever a silver bullet,” reminds Keri Gans, R.D., author of The Small Change Diet. “If any supplement you are looking to buy makes huge claims that seem too good to be true, they almost definitely are.” SugarBears do have collagen-building vitamin C, which is important to keep your hair strong; biotin, which helps hair grow; and omega-3 fatty acids, which can help nourish the hair follicle, preventing it from drying out, says Gans. Beyond the healthy […]

By:  Kashmir Monitor Syndicated Content  Almost everyone experiences some type of hair loss as they age. But not all hair loss is the same; it could be due to several reasons, including hormonal changes, heredity, medications or some serious underlying conditions. Hair loss is considered normal when you lose up to 100 hairs a day, but when this limit is crossed and a person has excessive hair shedding it may be a sign of more serious condition that needs an evaluation by a medical doctor and treatment. Here are some common reasons why your hair is falling out: Stress Both physical and emotional stress can cause hair loss. Intense physical stress such as childbirth, surgery, etc, can result in hair loss for several months after delivery. Also, extreme mental stress and anxiety can contribute to hair loss. Hormonal changes Hormonal changes, which take place as a result of various conditions, including pregnancy, childbirth or the onset of menopause can cause temporary hair loss. Besides, man can also lose hair as their hormonal composition changes with age. Thyroid disorders Perhaps, hair loss is a common side effect of thyroid disorders. Both hypothyroidism (too little thyroid hormone) and hyperthyroidism (too much) can […]

CAPILLUS EARNS ISO13485 CERTIFICATION FOR USA AND CANADA THROUGH THE MEDICAL DEVICE SINGLE AUDIT PROGRAM PILOT Capillus, a manufacturer of hair-loss solution products, is among the first to receive certification through the program MIAMI, FLA. SEPTEMBER 15, 2016- Capillus, LLC, a medical device manufacturer focused on providing customers with the best products in treatment for hair loss, today announced that it is one of the first companies in the world to receive ISO 13485:2003 certification for its quality management system through the Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) pilot. MDSAP is an international initiative led by a group of Regulatory Authorities, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Health Canada, aimed at developing, managing and overseeing a single audit program that makes worldwide medical device regulation easier and more effective. Medical device manufacturers who participate in the program are subject to rigorous audits performed by approved MDSAP Auditing Organizations. This certification process tests companies’ manufacturing facilities and quality management systems (QMS). The Capillus factory was inspected to ensure that it met current Good Manufacturing Practices set by the FDA. Moreover, the QMS was thoroughly evaluated to check that every detail – from the creation process to employee training – […]

My dad always dragged me to business meetings. I remember one time in the seventies he had two visitors from Minneapolis come to see him. He was furious to find me not sitting in on the meeting. We lived above the studio back then and I was doing what every other 9 year old was doing – watching Gilligan’s Island. God he was mad. I can still hear him as he marched me downstairs where I would not contribute a squeak. “Don’t you know how much money we could make with these people?” Well, no, I didn’t. But I sat in on the meeting and listened while they talked biz stuff.

By:  Merilyn E. Ulrich, Contributing Editor/Senior Staff Writer The Hair Society “Give fools their gold, and knaves their power; let fortune’s bubbles rise and fall’ Who sows a field, or trains a flower, or plants a tree is more than all.”  “Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall Humpty Dumpty had a great fall; All the king’s horses and all the king’s men Couldn’t put Humpty together again!” But enough of the quotes about empires falling and rising…..this is a true story about an empire that rose and fell in the real world…the world of Hair Restoration.  A field that we all know well and perhaps, a story that we should all be interested in. This is the story of National Hair Centers.  For those of you who are not familiar with NHC, click here to learn more about the NHC history. Since Lisa Zimmerman took over the business from her father Arnold Zimmerman, it was never quite the same. Lisa and Arnold had very different ways of running a business. Arnold was a keen business man who was constantly trying new marketing ideas and always was looking into new and innovative technologies for treating hair loss.  He was very close with other […]

Syndicated from The Mayo News We all lose hair every day and sometimes more than at other times. But we are very secure in the fact that it will keep replacing itself and growing back, that is until it doesn’t. Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss. Alopecia is more common than we may realize. It is rarely talked about and sufferers are reluctant to bring attention to their own hair loss and typically keep it a secret. Hair loss can be experienced by anyone, men, women and children but in this article we will focus more on female hair loss. Alopecia has made headlines in recent years with TV presenter and Model Gail Porter speaking about her own hair loss, alopecia totalis. The key, for the sake of a woman’s sanity and self-esteem, is to catch the condition as early as possible. Often many women can lose up to half their hair before they notice it or get treatment for it. This is compounded by the fact that many women wonder if it is a problem on their head, or in their head. While they may suspect that their hair has been thinning, they may not be believed […]

Syndicated from:  HealthCMI.com Special acupuncture needles enhance filiform acupuncture to encourage hair regrowth for patients with alopecia (baldness). Acupuncture produces greater positive patient outcomes than drug therapy for patients with alopecia areata. Specialized acupuncture needle protocols deliver superior patient outcomes over standard acupuncture with herbs. The addition of Qi Xing acupuncture to filiform acupuncture plus herbs significantly increases hair regrowth. Filiform acupuncture combined with Mei Hua acupuncture produces superior patient outcomes over topical minoxidil combined with oral multivitamins. Take a look at two important studies in today’s update, one on generalized baldness and the other on circular patch baldness. Acupuncture reduces hair loss and promotes hair regrowth for patients with alopecia (baldness). A protocolized investigation by Lin et al. at the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine determined that administering acupuncture with the Qi Xing (seven star) needle increases the rate of positive patient outcomes. Patients receiving only standard acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine had an 84.4% total effective rate. However, adding the Qi Xing needle protocol increased the total effective rate to 90.9%. Moreover, patients receiving Qi Xing acupuncture had a 2.62 ℃ increase in temperature of the scalp. The results were measured at the end of the full […]

Have you pulled an image from another site for use on your own site? Has someone sent you a bill for using their image? You can avoid this problem and the following websites will tell you how: http://lifehacker.com/5992419/the-best-ways-to-be-sure-youre-legally-using-online-photos http://paragondigital.com/blog/how-to-avoid-copyright-infringement/ http://www.htmlgoodies.com/beyond/reference/article.php/3472671 What if you were to use a model with his/her own hair and captioned it “You can look like this!” This does not state that the model is using any particular hair system nor does it contain any false advertising. This is merely an example of how to display your own image that belongs solely to you and doesn’t infringe on any other site’s copyrighted material. Be creative and in doing so you will not encounter a letter from an organization like Getty Images (world famous for photo images) stating that you owe them a fee for usage, usually a large fee. Every good business needs graphics and it is encouraged that you use them whenever possible. Just make sure that you are using them in a legal way. Be creative…keep it legal and FREE.

We all know that steady cash flow is the key to keeping a business running. Cash flow pays the over-head and leads to profits. The lights must remain on, the rent must be paid. Employee salaries and money to purchase the necessary materials to keep a business going are known as overhead and without sufficient money to maintain these necessities……we have no business to run and no services to provide. This is true of any business and the Hair Restoration business is no different. Sometimes we stay up at night thinking of ways to maintain that steady flow of funds on a monthly basis and sometimes we come up short. There is nothing worse than knowing that you won’t make enough to keep the doors open. Schemes and specials and temporary ideas work for a short period of time but may not be able to sustain a business month after month, year after year. We must find a way to keep that money coming and it must be consistent and not hit and miss. It can’t consist of guess-work and sleepless nights trying to find ways to crack that monthly nut and lead us into the land of profit. One […]

Why should you get regular scalp treatments? A good scalp treatment (usually required on a regular basis) can increase the blood flow to your head and it is one of the best ways to treat dryness or oiliness and other skin conditions. Although you might need to see a Medical Professional for more serious conditions of the scalp; many treatments are available and can become part of your regular routine at your local Salon. Scalp message is helpful; but not a cure for various scalp and hair conditions. It is necessary to combine these with quality  therapeutical products. For OILY HAIR, products containing coal tar, pyrithione, selenium or salicyclic acid will work to slow the death of regeneration of skin cells and can also reduce inflammation and itching. These ingredients also help to treat fungi and reduce the oil on your scalp. Your Salon or clinic will have a supply of the necessary products on hand to aid in the treatment of your particular condition and they will be a part of your regular scalp treatment. DRY SCALP TREATMENTS If your hair appears dull and is itchy and flaky you are dealing with a dry scalp. Products containing Salicylic acid […]

The future is almost here and it’s exciting! The following are three of the upcoming potential hair loss treatments for the near future that are still in the clinical trial phase of testing. PILOFOCUS Invented by Doctor Carlos Wesley, this new device doesn’t leave scars when doing FUE’s (Folicular Unit Extraction). It has also caused donor hair to regenerate (when removing a hair, one grows back in it’s place!!). This is currently still in the trial stages and is expected to be ready sometime this year. HISTOGEN (HSC) HSC : Hair Stimulating Complex is a soluable formula developed as an injectable for hair regrowth. This is produced via neonatal stem cells and has already passed it’s phase one clinical trial safety phase successfully. BIMATOPROST (Phase 2 Stage) The Allergan clinical trials for Bimatoprost for use in scalp hair loss should be completed in January of 2015 and the results announced shortly thereafter. This is a synthetic prostamide analog being tested for hair loss in humans. It is currently being used for eyelash regrowth and is under the name Latisse. The above mentioned treatments are an exciting step forward for the hair restoration industry and for all those suffering from various […]

It’s pretty well established that customer reviews of your business will help grow it and draw positive attention to you, your establishment and the services you offer. Since the onset of the “online” review system many businesses rely on positive reviews to bring in new business. But, many business owners don’t know where to direct their customers who express a desire to write a review about you. I’m sure that all of you have had customers who can’t say enough kind words about the services you provided them with and tell you effusively how pleased they are with their dealings with you and your business. Of course, you thank them and perhaps ask them to mention you to their friends but is that enough? If a customer feels strongly about your business and is extremely satisfied with the services that you provide than why not encourage them to go online and let the whole world know about their positive experience? Perhaps you have no idea where they can go online to do this and hope that they are savvy enough to find the places that will publish their reviews…or…you can inform them yourself of where to go to accomplish their […]

HAIR SYSTEMS Average Cap Size The average cap size is generally the following measurements: Around the Head – 21 1/2 – 22″ Front to Back – 14 1/4 – 14 1/2″ Ear to Ear – 13 1/2 ” Average/Large Cap Size The average/large cap size is generally the following measurements: Around the Head – 22 1/2″ – 23″ Front to Back – 14 3/4 – 15″ Ear to Ear – 13 3/4 – 14″ Large Cap Size The large cap size is generally the following measurements: Around the Head – 23 1/4″ – 24′ Front to Back – 15 1/4 – 15 1/2″ Ear to Ear – 14″ Monofilament/Mono-Top Wig – A Monofilament/Mono-Top Wig refers to fine, breathable nylon or silk mesh with hairs individually hand-knotted into the mesh. Disappears against the scalp allowing natural skin tone and appears as a natural looking part giving it more versatility in styling. It is recommended for hair loss patients, and allows comfort and excellent ventilation. Lace Front – A wig made with a mesh insert in the front into which individual hairs are hand-tied. It creates a realistic looking hairline. When properly worn with special adhesive, it is almost undectable that it […]

There are many different types of wigs and hair systems in today’s market. There are shapes, sizes and materials to suit every need. With the quality available the sky is the limit. The following are some terms that describe various hair systems and what they are made of. Remember…as with everything else in life, “You get what you pay for”! And, you need a professional who knows their wigs! GLOSSARY OF WIG TERMS Wig: Different product to replace hair Machine-Made Wigs: Wigs made from wefts of hair sewn by a machine Hairpiece: Worn in place of growing hair. Partial or add-ons used to create volume or length to existing hair. Custom Wig: Made to your particular specifications. Manufacturers will use fiber, caps and styles to suit your needs. Cranial Prosthesis: This can be removed each day and is secured with a special kind of tape. Do not require bonding material. Cap: Base material that gives wig shape and base to attach to hair. C3 Construction: Utilizes 3 C’s: cool (lets scalp breathe) Comfortable (use softer, lighter materials) Capless (Extremely lightweight) Standard Cap: Most common and affordable cap design. Gives hair natural looking lift but can be a little heavier and […]

Why this is an important field of study and practice in the hair restoratrion industry… I recently interviewed Dr. David Kingsley of British Science Corporation. As a result of this interview I became extremely interested in this topic. I also determined that this practice would greatly benefit every member of the hair restoration industry; from salon owner to surgeons who perform hair transplants. What is Trichology: According to Wikipedia the definition of Trichology is: “Trichology (from Greek θρίξ, gen.: τριχός, “hair”) is the branch of dermatology that deals with the scientific study of the health of hair and scalp. Trichologists themselves are not normally licensed healthcare workers, although members of the medical profession can undertake courses and/or careers within trichology. Trichology can be used in forensic studies of hairs to find suspects. Forensic trichology can determine the approximate age, body mass, race, and other important traits of the hair’s owner. (Wikipedia) Trichologists are hair and scalp specialists (one type a skin specialist) who diagnose the causes of hair fall, hair breakage, hair thinning, miniaturization of hairs ; diseases of the scalp and treat according to cause.” Practitioners of Trichology study the entire patient. They want to know every aspect of that patient/clients lifestyle and health. They believe that everything about that […]

By:  Merilyn E. Ulrich, Contributing Editor/Senior Staff Writer Hair Loss in Dogs I watch a reality television show called The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and although many members of the cast wear various hair pieces and extensions one particular cast member suffers from Alopecia. That cast member happens to be a dog named Giggy. Giggy is owned by Lisa Vander Pump who is a prominent member of Beverley Hills Society and the owner of three famous restaurant/bar establishments in and around Los Angeles. Lisa owns Villa Blanca, SUR and Pump and Giggy is a huge part of her life and the show. Giggy is always dressed to the nines in one of his many custom-made outfits that Lisa splashes out thousands of dollars for. He has a tuxedo, velvet suits, costumes to fit every occasion and is the best dressed dog in Beverly Hills (or maybe the entire world!). Giggy suffers from a severe form of Alopecia and only has a scattering of hair on his entire body. Mostly he is hairless which considering that he is a Pomeranian, is unusual. I was curious as to whether or not it was common for animals to develop Alopecia so I […]

By: David Hepburn Jr. 3,153,600 Seize Your Opportunities and deal with your challenges. It’s ALWAYS your choice! “Get inspired by life. Get inspired by the possibilities for friendship, love, achievement and fulfillment.” 365 Days, 8760, Hours, 52600 Minutes and 3,153,600 Seconds. That’s 2013 in time. What do you plan on doing with your time? Get excited about the opportunities for growth and rich experience that come with every turn of events. But be sure that you are looking for the growth and rich experience. See it. Live it. Get excited about living in a world that’s filled with abundance in every direction. Can you see the abundance around you? If not, look around again. It’s there, you just have to open your eyes to it. Get passionate about making a difference in your own life and in the lives of those you can affect. Get passionate about expressing and fulfilling those dreams that are uniquely yours. Stop playing small, it serves no purpose to the world to play smaller than you are supposed to. Give meaning to each moment. Be in each moment. Don’t be thinking about the past or the future. Be in each moment. Give the best of […]

If you want to remodel your salon how should you begin? If you are a do-it-yourself type of planner than I suggest that you put together a work sheet with a list of everything you will need and the estimated costs for completion. Timeline will depend on your needs and wants and on the people you hire to do the job. Costs may vary depending on equipment desired. Construction Breakdown Materials Cost Labor/Installation Costs Electrical Drywall Painting Flooring Construction Demolition Signage Telephone/Communications Computer/IT Window Treatments Furniture/Fixtures/Equipment (FF&E’s) Furniture Demolition Architect’s Plans Permits Other Total $ $   Furniture/Fixtures/Equipment (FF&E’s) Breakdown Furniture/Fixtures/Equipment (FF&E’s) Cost Styling Chairs Dryer Chairs Shampoo Units Shampoo Cabinets Pedicure Chairs Manicure Stations Stools Styling Stations Color Stations Color Chairs Dispensary Color Lab Makeup Unit Reception Desk Reception Furniture Retail Displays Washer & Dryer LLLT Devices Wall Displays Misc. Tools Total $ Before you even begin, think about bringing in a professional to help you formulate your plans and contact the various contractors for pricing. Depending on what you want and need in your salon and of course, on your budget…….you can build your dream with planning, imagination and creative budgeting. The more you can do yourself the […]

Are you proud of the Hair Restoration Industry? Are your fellow professionals helpful and generous with their time and knowledge? Do you feel welcome if you are a newcomer? Have you ever asked for a favor or advice from a fellow Hair Restoration  Professional? How did that work out for you? It has become a known fact that some Hair Restoration Professionals obsess over competition and do everything in their power to prevent other related businesses from succeeding. What would you think if one of your potential clients walked into another Hair Restoration business and were told that you were wrong about everything you told this customer about the treatments you offer. What if they told that customer that you had no idea what you were doing and that the products and hair systems and treatments that you use are not the best and that you were not as skilled as you had made yourself out to be. What does that do to the customer’s confidence in your industry? Do you think it encourages him or her to do business in an Industry that engages in bad-mouthing other professionals? What you wind up with is a confused client who has […]

The Vendor – When to Hold ‘em and when to fold ‘em Vendors are the backbone of every business. When you hire a vendor you are starting a relationship….a real, valuable relationship. They know you, your product(s) and they know when you need them.  They take care of you and that’s one less worry that you will have when running your business. So, why do people often change vendors whenever the wind blows? Why do people take a long established, tried and true relationship and kick it to the curb? Did they short you or over-charge you? Did they forget to deliver the goods or bring the wrong product? The above reasons are the only reasons to replace a long standing vendor/business relationship. Let’s say that you have been doing business with Mr. X and his company for many years and you have never had a problem with him. He is always aware of your needs and is consistent with his prices. He makes sure that you are well taken care of and cares about how your business is doing. In other words, he is the ideal vendor and deserves your loyalty and your ongoing business. One day a friend […]

By:  The Hair Society Editor  The Hair Society It is not often that you meet someone with such high standards and morals.  Virg is that man, he not only “talks the talk” but also “walks the walk”.  Virg Christoffels is a man of integrity and faith and his passion for his craft, his family and his staff have brought Virg to where he is at today. Virg has spent his entire career serving his community, he has helped countless individuals who have experienced hair loss and has mentored his family and staff every step of the way.  But don’t think for minute this goes to his head.  Virg is a very humble man, and is very gra teful and thankful for all of those who have impacted his life. Virg’s story starts as one of six children raised on a dairy farm in South West Minnesota. Virg saw the value of hard work and even saw the struggles demonstrated by his parents.  They worked hard, long days and by the time Virg was in 4 grade, he was getting up at 5:30 a.m. to milk cows, then go to school and was home again at 4:30 p.m. to milk more […]

Are you providing the public with what they need? There might be ten or twenty Salons near your Salon; there might be only a few. They might be larger than your establishment or have been around longer. What about pricing and staff and services that you provide? Do you market your Salon and what you offer so that the public knows who and where you are? Do you run occasional specials on services and products? All of the above are important in getting and keeping customers, but; word of mouth may be your saving factor when competing with other Hair Salons. Will your customers tell others how pleased they were with your services and how they were treated? Will they suggest that their friends and family members go to your Salon? If you are a full service Hair Salon do you provide cutting, styling, coloring, perms, extensions, high and low lights, blow drying and do you offer facial and eyebrow waxing? Do you employ individuals who provide services like scalp treatments, laser treatments and hair replacement products. How about the actual products for all types of hair care? Do you sell those and display them in an attractive way so that […]

The Brown Crayon Project Kicks Off Crowdfunding Round to Produce Certified-Organic Baby Care Products for Children of Color Selma Idris, the founder of The Brown Crayon Project, officially launched a crowdfunding campaign to produce the first certified-organic, chemist-formulated line of hair and skincare products for babies, toddlers, and children of the diaspora. The company believes in a holistic approach to healthy baby care utilizing sound science, quality, natural ingredients, Earth-conscious business practices, strict manufacturing standards, and transparent labeling. Launched on February 29 the 30-day Kickstarter campaign aims to raise $25K by allowing backers to pre-order the certified-organic line of hair and skin cleansers, moisturizers, and oils designed as a complete healthy hair and skincare system to provide parents and caregivers with quality, natural, and safe solutions. At the conclusion of the campaign, products will continue to be available for pre-order on http://thebrowncrayonproject.com. The company will begin shipping in late summer 2016. Selma Idris, a Sudanese-American mother of two, created the product line because she was determined to include children of the diaspora in the global conversations around physical and emotional health. “There are currently no certified-organic baby care brands on the market made with kids like mine in mind. I […]

By Marketo Lead Generation Success Center WHAT IS LEAD GENERATION? Lead generation describes the marketing process of stimulating and capturing interest in a product or service for the purpose of developing sales pipeline. Lead generation often uses digital channels, and has been undergoing substantial changes in recent years from the rise of new online and social techniques. In particular, the abundance of information readily available online has led to the rise of the “self-directed buyer” and the emergence of new techniques to develop and qualify potential leads before passing them to sales. WHY IS LEAD GENERATION IMPORTANT? The buying process has changed, and marketers need to find new ways to reach buyers and get heard through the noise.  Instead of finding customers with mass advertising and email blasts, marketers must now focus on being found and learn to build continuous relationships with buyers. Information Abundance and Attention Economics With the growth of the internet, the world has changed from one of information scarcity to one of information abundance.  In fact, according to Google chairman Eric Schmidt “there was 5 Exabytes of information created between the dawn of civilization and 2003, but that much information is now created every two days […]

Syndicated Article: By: Andrew McDougall A new study shows that the dormant phase for hair can actually be important for maintaining the cells’ rejuvenating activity over time, as inhibiting a specific stem cell gene can speed up hair growth cycle, but also wear out and damage the hair follicle too. In their research, published in PNAS, Elaine Fuchs, professor at Rockefeller University, and Kenneth Lay, a graduate student in her lab, identify Forkhead box C1 (FOXC1) as a key transcriptional regulator of hair follicle stem cell (HFSC) activity and bulge maintenance. They found that loss of FOXC1 reduces the threshold for HFSC activation, causing excessive HFSC usage and dramatically shortens periods between hair growth cycles. Stem cells residing in hair follicles are held in an inactive state, a bulge, for long periods of time and while in this quiescent state, they don’t reproduce until they receive signals from their surroundings that it’s time to regenerate. Usually the stem cells create a new bulge along with the new hair, while ensuring that the old bulge and the old hair stay put in the hair follicle. Only the new bulge can make another new hair, but the old bulge is kept in […]

Size Does NOT Always Matter! Whether you have a small area to house your Salon and/or Hair Restoration Services Studio or a large one; the true success of your business depends on the professional services you offer and the skill and trust worthiness of you and your employees. If you provide a comfortable, clean and private space for your clients to undergo the treatments and services that you offer you will satisfy their needs and accomplish your goals. One of the worst things for a potential client to see upon entering your business is a cluttered, messy space where people are falling over one another. This is not conducive to making the client feel comfortable or secure. The key is to use your space wisely. The average Hair Salon is 1,000 to 1,500 square feet. Some business that include hair restoration treatments such as scalp evaluations and treatments, laser treatments and hair systems requir might require more space or at the very least a clear division of service areas (Beauty and Asethetic services versus Hair Restoration treatments). You can include all of the above in an average sized building if you avoid clutter. If you can afford to provide a […]

It goes without saying that in order to own and operate a successful business (ANY business), you must have products or services  that delivers on what it promises. It must be effective and appealing and most of all, YOU must believe in it. Next is Branding. You cannot only rely on the product brand name but on yourself. Representing yourself as a reputable purveyor of your product and/or service throughout your community and beyond is just as important as what products and/or services that you are selling. A customer may love your product but dislike the seller/service provider. You must be professional at all times. How you present yourself is going to take you a long way since your service is not only presented via advertising but thru word of mouth. A clean, well lit store (salon or office) is essential. A calming and clean atmosphere is appealing and will make the customer feel comfortable and reassured. The product(s) represents itself but YOU represent not only the product and services available but who is performing them. Of course selecting employees is the next thing on your list of insuring a successful operation. Are they well trained, honest, presentable and knowledgeable […]

Set goals and objectives: This is the best time of the year for small business planning – SMART (or Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Time-related) goals are an effective tool for small business owners. Maybe you want to achieve a 50% increase in sales? Maybe you’d like to gain five new customers? Or maybe you’d like to give yourself a day off each week? SMART goals make it easier and clearer for your business to reach its potential. Set some goals with interim milestones, write them down and stick to them. Expand your social media presence: Social media is a great tool for engaging with current and potential customers and gaining valuable insights. It’s important to find the right social media platform to reach your target audience. Spend some time scanning through potential new “Followers” to grow (or simply start) your Twitter base and map out a content plan for the year ahead so you’re posting regularly and engaging your audience. Update your website and enable SEO: Having a website is fundamental in today’s tech savvy world and it’s important to make sure it’s fit for purpose. Is it mobile friendly or mobile optimized? SEO (or search engine optimization) is the […]

Do you know how to market your business? Do you rely solely on “word of mouth” to bring business into your shop? If you do, you are not reaching your full potential. When we interviewed Sy Sperling recently, his words stuck….”Try everything!!” It’s true that many cannot afford television commercials or magazine ads and it’s also true that many don’t know exactly what to try in order to attract new business. It will take research and reaching out to those who are experts in the field to market your business. Sy also told me that he surrounded himself with the best and the brightest in each and every field that he needed in order to fulfill his goal to be a success. Everyone knows someone who is an expert in their given field. You all know of a good attorney or a successful business person who has honed the art of marketing down to a fine tuned skill. Seek these people out. It can’t hurt to ask around and there are lots of avenues on the Internet to find and build a team of experts to advise you. What can you afford ? Perhaps an ad in a local newspaper […]

Syndicated Article: By: Milady Pro A few days ago one of my favorite clients came in to see me. You know when you look at your schedule for the day, you see that one person and cannot wait for them to arrive? That’s this person. The visit started like most. My client, we’ll call her “Kate,” entered the salon and we began the process of making her at home. She had a seat in my chair and I sat in the seat next to her. After a little small talk to catch up I asked her how her last visit went. Did the haircut grow out well? We’re there any challenges? Would you like to maintain or do something different? Kate tells me she would like to go a little shorter as she will be moving out of state in a few weeks. I was happy for her. This was going to be a great opportunity, but I was sad to see her go. We had been working on her hair, meticulously sculpting it into the perfect haircut, for several years now. This is not my first loss but  it never gets easier to say goodbye to someone you’ve grown so […]

Syndicated Article: By: Mathew Deputy Editor and Editor of HJ Men Running a business means you sometimes have to deal with constant staff issues and perhaps one of the most frustrating for any salon owner is the hairdresser who is constantly late with a client, Valerie Delforge. While you are left dealing with unimpressed customers who are expecting their appointment on time, you must identify if it is an issue within your salon. If it is, you need to check whether there is a pattern in this particular staff member’s behaviour. These are the 5 questions to answer: Is he/she talking to your client or other staff too much? Is it operational and, therefore, not their fault? Is the problem the flow of the client’s journey within your salon which is causing the delay? Is it a training that is needed? If so, what training? Does he/she do what they want with their clients and not care about the time? Often when someone is able to make the money, they tend to get away with it a lot more. You need to ask yourself how is that perceived within your team? And am I giving them too much power within […]

Going bald isn’t just for older guys.

This is a unique interview from my point of view. This is about not only a highly skilled facility that offers many hair loss solutions to the public but about someone who truly gives meaning to the expression “Pay it forward”.

By:  Merilyn E. Ulrich, Contributing Editor/Senior Staff Writer The Hair Society I owned a bookstore once upon a time and although it wasn’t a hair salon or a place that specialized in hair restoration, it was a “Mom & Pop” business and it was all mine. The idea of opening my own store had long been a dream of mine and when it was all finished it reminded me of going through the birth process; from gestation to birth and beyond. Being a professional in the retail business was not my first dream but I loved reading books and knew a lot about my subject so off I went into the mysterious land of retail… not having a real clue as to what was in store for me. I had to learn about inventory, costs, overhead (salaries for employees, rents, utilities, etc). Adding up the numbers for just those items almost scared me off but I moved onward anyway. I can only imagine what it must be like opening a hair styling salon and/or a hair restoration business. You need so much training and there are so many new methods and products to become familiar with. There are many more […]

Since I started writing for The Hair Society I have been asked some questions that I could not answer. I am a writer, not a hair stylist. So, I took some time to research the questions and am going to try to answer them to the best of my ability. What is the difference between a senior stylist and a master stylist? Answer as found on the Internet “Senior hair stylists usually fill the middle tier of the stylist hierarchy. These stylists usually spend time, sometimes years, in entry-level junior positions. Duties for each stylist vary between salons, but junior positions often assist higher-level stylists while learning more about their craft. When stylists reach senior level, they require little supervision and have the knowledge and skills that usually equate to a higher cost for the customer than those fees charged by the junior stylist. In some salons, stylists advance as their customer bases grow, others have continuing education requirements as well as several years of experience.” “Master stylists are typically the highest ranking stylists in the salon. They usually help train and mentor junior stylists, helping them move up the ranks to senior stylists. These stylists usually have a large […]

We all know that times are tough and that when running a small business such as a hair salon/studio and/or hair restoration business we have lots of competition. Although it’s true that it’s difficult to compete with large corporate backed businesses it is possible to run a successful salon and be successful in the process. Here are some suggestions on how to stand out and hold your own: Understand Your Customer What do they need, want and what matters to them? Can they afford your pricing and is your shop conveniently located? Are you providing quality services in a timely manner? Will they enjoy visiting your establishment and want to return? Will they tell other people about what you offer? All of the above must be considered to serve the needs of your public and develop a permanent and repeat customer base. Do your research on the area where your shop is located. Know who you will be serving. Research the Competition Who else is serving your potential customers? What do they offer and how does their pricing compare to yours. Do they provide the same services that you do? What do you offer that they don’t? Determine Your Unique […]

For the past few months The Hair Society has been noticing a lot of ads for hair restoration in various magazines and tabloid newspapers. I wondered if any of these products were successful but really couldn’t find any definitive proof. We decided to list the products that we saw advertized and to write a little about each one in a couple of articles for The Hair Society readership. I will leave it to the reader to decide if they are valuable or simply get rich schemes to entice people into believing that they work. The first such product and the one most often advertised was Viviscal. It includes a dietary supplement, a hair and scalp serum and a hair filler with fibers. The ads claim the following: #1 selling hair growth supplement in the USA Backed by 25 years of research Recommended by celebrities and doctors worldwide. There are testimonials and an offer to buy a 3 month supply and save $30 plus, receive $40 worth of free gifts. “This supplement contains AminoMar advertised as a unique proprietary marine complex and is combined with Silica Biotin, Zinc and Vitamin C derived from Acerola Cherry.” The claims include the fact that […]

Danielle is a success story in a world where maintaining a business of any kind can be a challenge yet she has managed to not only stay in business but to expand and grow. How is that possible in these tough economic times? After our interview with Danielle the answer becomes clear, as you shall see.

When you are finished reading about Shelli and what she does I hope that you will find a way to embrace Shelli’s deep desire to help those who need it the most.

Here are some facts about hair damage that are irrefutable. These are just a short list. Feel free to respond to this post with any facts you may have or we might have left out.

If everyone who operated a business believed as Michael Napolitano of HAIRUWEAR does when it comes to running a successful business, there would be no failures.

Join The Healthy Hair Revolution With: Thicken It Studios Hair Extensions New Sales Rep, Distribution & Educator Opportunities Now Available! Thicken It Studios is now seeking sales reps and distributors to join their team from across North America. With the company’s rapid growth, many opportunities still exist for new regional distributors, salon sales consultants and educators to join the Thicken It Studios team. This is the perfect opportunity for small and large distributors alike to add exciting new service and product categories. It is also an opportunity for progressive hair designers, salon owners with educational teams to launch their own new local / regional distribution sales program. Thicken It Studios offers a full line of healthy hair solutions, consisting of Truly Seamless Tape-In and Clip-In Hair Extensions. They recreated the concept of the tape-in hair extension, using a double sided medical grade tape on top of a thin skin weft that allows the hair to be supported on the top and bottom as opposed to the traditional sandwiching method. The Thicken It System can safely be worn up to 12 weeks and be reused up to three times. Thicken It Studios also offer Hair Toppers for women and men featuring […]

The Pinnacle of Salon Education Generic Salon Education Featured By Carabito Corporation! ~ October 4 & 5, 2015 Carabito Corporation, a professional boutique beauty distributor out of Searsport Maine, announces their fifth annual Northeast Educational Conference. This advanced educational event is expected to attract 300 participants from across the country; significantly increasing its growth to earn the phrase “The fastest growing beauty event on the East Coast. With presentations and hands-on-workshops by top hair colorists, hair extensionists and hair design artists from across the USA, Canada and Switzerland, the president of Carabito Corporation Randy Hegstrom notes, “We truly believe that offering distinctively different and high quality salon education is the key to success, no matter what services or products you use. We offer a variety of special, generic educational formats with large stage presentations and smaller classroom workshops.” Conference Director, Toni Wagner adds, “Since the Northeast Educational Conference is not backed by any major haircolor manufacturer like similar educational events, we can provide participants access to educators who actually want to educate and enjoy sharing their wealth of knowledge. This is not a traditional hair show. It is an opportunity for salon professionals to take multiple classes from several iconic beauty […]

Featuring Haircut & Cutoloring Designs With “The Method” Tarzana, CA: Alan Benfield Bush and the newly established Hair Icons has recently released a series of creative new designs. The Hair Icons Team of hair design engineers is dedicated to empower the hairdresser while featuring education with The Method using a universal approach to length, width and depth. With this Hair Icons Trend Collection, the Method Alliance Team continues to gain respectability from top salon owners and artistic hair design engineers. Hair Icons Collection: Bush notes, “The beauty of this new haircut and haircolor design collection is the versatile architectural hairstyle design options created for trendsetting fashion forward salon clients by our Hair Icons Team.  I am extremely proud to be working with Chad Clark, Allan Ngo, Hector Rodriguez, Angel Del Solar, J. Christian Gallagher and Alexander Baron.  This team is dedicated to empower the hairdresser with The Method. These Hair Icon designers were selected to create this new trendsetting hair fashion collection by their recognized expertise, experience and accomplishments as well as the use of their words and hands to create this world-class presentation. Each Hair Icon used The Method with their own slightly different and creative interpretations.” Hair Fashion Commercial Diversity […]

Running a business is never easy and you have to be on top of your game at all times. Turn your head away for a few minutes and things can go to pot. Ignore the competition and poof…you are in trouble. Is your overhead bigger than your profit, if so, this is the end my friend! Here are a few ideas for managing a hair salon that help you to thrive. Keep up on current hairstyle trends in your area. What are the current styles and colors? Look around the neighborhood and surrounding areas to see how your potential customers are wearing their hair. Check out magazines and current celebrity styles. Does your customer come back to your shop after you’ve done their hair? What does their body language tell you? Are they happy or unhappy? Do they seem secure with what they look like after they’ve been styled in your shop? Will you offer to fix a perceived problem if they ask? Repeat business is EVERYTHING in your business and so is word of mouth. Is your pricing reasonable and competitive? Do you offer specials on both hair styling, cutting, coloring and products sold in your salon? Are your […]

We all know about the old wives tales about bad “rugs”. Your grandpa or dad may have been a victim of a bad hair piece at some point or you may have seen someone walking around town with a lopsided head of hair. I know that I have. Fortunately that is now a thing of the past and the bad examples that I am about to show you no longer exist in most cases. These days you can go to a dealer who sells the finest of both human and synthetic hair and they are qualified in helping you look normal and natural wearing your hair replacement. Of course, you can go online and shop for the cheapest hair piece available and still look like those I am about to link you too but why would you do that? No more hair blowing off in the wind or slanting to one side or the other….no more jokes about weird old Uncle Herbert and his funny looking head. Progress folks…we have made progress! Human hair wigs and hair pieces can be styled, washed, colored and cut. Synthetic pieces can also be styled and cut . There is no longer any excuse […]

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We’ve grown up hearing over and over again how the customer is always right; but, is that always the case? In the Hair Restoration Industry we have skilled individuals who are trained to provide various treatments to people with various types of hair loss. The reasons for hair loss are varied and many and the treatments can be simple or complicated. Different degrees of training are necessary and many of you spend years perfecting your skills. Some study Tricology or Laser Treatments. Some are Cosmetologists who go to school to learn the fundamentals of hair care. Some are medical professionals with years of training who perform surgery or simply treat hair loss via medications and other forms of medically required treatment. The list of necessary qualifications is long and important to serving your clientele to the best of your ability. So, when a customer comes into a Salon and wants to stop their hair from thinning should they tell you how to accomplish this? If a client walks in the office of a Transplant Surgeon should that client tell the surgeon how to perform the delicate surgery required? Can a client know what a Dermatologist knows about the conditions that […]

I wonder how many young boys look at their fathers and wonder why they have no hair? I wonder if they ever think that they too will grow up and have no hair. Many of you know about the genetics involved and what male pattern baldness is but how many of you have ever had to explain it to your child. I found the following information on WebMD and wanted to share it with the readers here at The Hair Society. “WebMD News Archive May 27, 2005 — Mothers may unwittingly put their sons on the path to baldness. Chalk it up to genetics, says European researchers. They include Markus Nöthen, a genomics professor at Germany’s University of Bonn. Nöthen and colleagues say they’ve found a gene variation that may explain some cases of male pattern baldness(androgenetic alopecia), the most common form of hair loss, which is related to the male sex hormones. The suspect gene variation sits on the X chromosome, which is handed down to men by their mother. So a man may get an idea of his scalp’s future from men on his mother’s side of the family. While hereditary factors are an important cause of hair loss, other factors also influence hair growth and […]

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a federal government agency in charge of keeping the American public safe by regulating food, drugs, and medical devices. When a product or item is FDA-Approved, it has been rigorously tested and thoroughly inspected, and found to be both effective and completely safe for people to use or consume. Avacor Physician’s Formulation® is an FDA-Approved hair restoration product clinically proven to revitalize hair follicles and help you grow back your very own hair. The FDA has carefully tested and inspected how the product is manufactured, what ingredients are used, how much of each ingredient is used, how the product is stored and packaged, and how the product is administered. In other words, all aspects of Avacor Physician’s Formulation production, including each ingredient, the bottling process, and the recommended dosage, have been deemed completely safe and effective for consumers to use for the treatment of hair loss, according to the FDA. What’s a drug? According to the FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration), drugs are products that affect the structure or functions of the human body. Drugs you can purchase without a prescription are called over the counter (OTC) drugs. FDA requires that […]

We would appreciate your consideration to schedule an interview meeting at Cosmoprof 2016 in Las Vegas with Alan Benfield Bush, the founder of Method Alliance. These interview meetings can take place at your booth or in the Cosmoprof Press Room. If desired, we can also set up telephone interviews. We have a complete Method Alliance Media Kit with Biographies, Business Story and professional photographs. Here are some of the exciting new salon industry plans and opportunities for your readers and website visitors: Method Alliance: Alan Benfield Bush is spearheading a paradigm shift for all hairdressers in the salon industry. With Method Alliance, he is ‘Transforming Education with Technical Haircutting & Business Applications’. Visit www.MethodAlliance.com. The New ~ Method Alliance Hair Icons Team: Led by Alan Benfield Bush with Allan Ngo, Chad Clark, Angel del Solar, J Christian Gallagher, Alexander Baron, Yanni Daskalakis, Hector Rodriguez, Vince and Flora Pizzolato – the Hair Icons Team has recently received prestigious new awards to recognize their talents. The Method Hair Icons Team provides valuable hair artistry and generic business education for hair design engineers, salon owners, distributors and manufacturers. This is an innovative non-branded and 100% generic approach. HairdressersAdvice.com: The June 2015 launch of […]

Carlos has extensive experience in the hair loss industry, in advertising and marketing. He is the head of a global network with access to experts in his field on a worldwide level and is dedicated to providing leading-edge products with the latest innovative technology.

New Forum Launched By International Hair Icons ~ Vincent & Flora Pizzolatto Transforming Education With Method Alliance Vincent & Flora Pizzolatto first launched the Hairdressers Advice Facebook page less than one year ago. Facebook officials noted that it became the fastest growing, biggest and most interactive Facebook community page internationally – inclusive of North America, Europe and Asia. With that success on Facebook, they have just launched their new Hairdressers Advice website as an exciting salon industry Internet forum to share ideas, educational tips, techniques and inspirations. HairdressersAdvice.com will remain exclusive and private for the participating members. Bush notes, “It is also the most copied web page. It is also free of other industry influencers except hairdressers.” HairdressersAdvice.com:  Vince Pizzolatto notes, “The new HairdresersAdvice.com website will be extremely informative with a platform for salon professionals to learn and share from each other. Like the recent Method Alliance Hair Icons education show we participated in, all of the very best tips and step-by-step creative techniques with salon business advice will be available online at the touch of a button. This website will be a private area as a designated professional community to confer with other top salon owners, educators, peers and cosmetology schools. You will be able […]

For those of you who own a salon and want to increase both your knowledge and your business learn this process and use it often! I am going to quote Wikipedia for a definition of Trichology before I introduce Dr. David Kingsley who I interviewed and got to know. “Trichology (from Greek θρίξ, gen.: τριχός, “hair”) is the branch of dermatology that deals with the scientific study of the health of hair and scalp. Trichologists themselves are not normally licensed healthcare workers, although members of the medical profession can undertake courses and/or careers within trichology. Trichology can be used in forensic studies of hairs to find suspects. Forensic trichology can determine the approximate age, body mass, race, and other important traits of the hair’s owner. Trichologists are hair and scalp specialists (one type a skin specialist) who diagnose the causes of hair fall, hair breakage, hair thinning, miniaturization of hairs ; diseases of the scalp and treat according to cause” Hair and Scalp Dr. Kingsley convinced me of the importance of what Trichology entails. He convinced me that in order to treat the whole person where hair loss is concerned you must examine their entire lifestyle. What they eat, what medications they take, do they exercise, what kinds of stress levels are […]

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By:  Merilyn E. Ulrich, Contributing Editor/Senior Staff Writer The Hair Society I have lived in my community for 20 years and many things have changed. It’s out with the old and in with the new in many cases including the age of my neighbors! Old Mom & Pop Stores have vanished due to economics and big box stores taking their place and the wants and needs of consumers have changed as well. One thing had remained unchanged; the little beauty salon on the corner of the street. I first went in there in 1993 and it was the perfect salon for my needs. The cosmetologists were older ladies and had been in the business for many years. They had an even older lady who washed you hair in an old fashioned basin that had seen better days, but she was gentle and never made the water too hot or too cold. It was always just right. She always made pleasant conversation and remembered how old your children and grandchildren were. The stylists were always friendly and energetic and I often wondered how they managed to stand on their feet for such long periods of time. They never stopped paying attention […]

Press Release All Natural Scalp Coverage Gives Flawless Results Thicken It Studios Introduces Scalp Coverage Powders For Hair Loss Or Gray Hair Coral Springs, FL      New Thicken It Scalp Coverage Powders are topical shading for hair loss, gray hair or for cosmetically retouching hair color root regrowth.  Thicken It works instantly, adding remarkable fullness to thin hair while causing small bald areas to disappear.  Thicken It is unlike anything you have ever used.  It is simple, fast and undetectable.  You can brush it, swim with it or sweat with it. It will not come off on clothing or on your pillowcase.  It is also effective to use on cowlicks which cause separation on the hair. Thicken It Scalp Coverage Powders are all-natural and talc-free. They are made of cotton fiber that is infused with color pigment that does not come out of the hair until you shampoo.  Thicken it Scalp Coverage Powders are great for in between hair color touch-ups with 100% gray coverage and will never affect your natural hair growth. The powders are available in five hair color shades including light brown, medium brown, dark brown, red and black. Thicken It Scalp Coverage Powders are a great item […]

This interview is of the utmost importance to everyone in the hair restoration and skin care industry and a must read for all concerned. Dr. Maguire and his company are the gateway to the present and future of our industry. His dedication and determination for the betterment of society is praiseworthy and it was an honor to do this interview.

By:  Merilyn E. Ulrich, Contributing Editor/Senior Staff Writer The Hair Society I have written hundreds of articles about hair loss since the beginning of 2015. I have covered topics such as laser treatments, hair transplants, scalp treatments, lotions, potions, all manner of wet products, hair systems and I have shared personal stories that involve this huge industry. I have covered research, salons, customer service and business in general. What have I learned about all of you throughout this writing journey? I have learned that you are a dedicated bunch who care about what you do. I have learned that you constantly try to keep up-to-date on the latest treatments and products. I have also learned that you aren’t always a cohesive group and that there is a lot of competition among you. I suppose that’s normal for any business where the annual income reaches into the billions of dollars. I have read web sites for your individual businesses and for the groups that many of you belong to in order to join together in this large industry. I have been writing for one of the newest among you and know that the people who run it are determined to educate […]

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Thicken It Studios Introduces The First Truly Seamless Non-Damaging Adhesive Hair Extensions Coral Springs, FL      The concept behind the Thicken It Studios brand is to provide healthy hair solutions for every salon client. Thicken It Studios offers Truly Seamless Hair Extensions using a proprietary medical grade tape system for adhesive application that is non-damaging and perfect for thinner, more delicate hair. Thicken It Studios Truly Seamless brand of hair extensions only uses top quality double drawn Remy hair that lasts up to 12 weeks of wear before re-application and is re-usable up to three times. Thicken It Studios offers a full line of healthy hair solutions, consisting of Truly Seamless Tape-In Hair Extensions and Truly Seamless Clip-On Hair Extensions. They also offer Thicken It Hair Powders with 100% scalp/grey coverage and Hair Toppers for both women and men, which feature amazing coverage for thin, thinning or no hair clients. The Thicken It Studios Difference! Owners Christopher Martin and Maria Savarese saw an opportunity to bring a special new hair extension system to the professional salon market that did not damage the hair. Martin had developed the earlier system, working to brand Thicken It as a healthy hair innovation. Savarese joined to […]

The AHLC Momentum Conference has come to an end, and the vendors, manufactures, salon owners along with their stylists have all boarded their planes and have headed home. This year’s event was certainly a special one for the AHLC. Thirty years ago they began a journey that is still underway today. After speaking with some of the vendors and other attendees, this year’s event was a resounding success. With a much more organized event than past years, this years conference was packed full of great vendors, manufactures, classes and attendees. From learning how to make better use of social media to market your brand to touching and feeling some of the finest Italian hair from vendor/manufacture Cesare Ragazzi. It was a who’s who of vendors and manufactures, where the salon owners along with their stylists could meet and learn more about the products and services being offered. This annual event brings together so many new and familiar faces. A great opportunity to network and catch up as well as learn from one another. There were so many recognized for completing the Master Certification course like Ertaç Şensoy, and then there was James “The General” Toscano who was the recipient of […]

PRESS RELEASE Salonz Beauty & Spa Suites of Florida Offers Exciting New Career Opportunities Fort Lauderdale, FL   Now is the time to understand how the beauty industry culture is rapidly changing to meet the ever-changing needs and desires of salon and spa professionals. It is estimated that one-third of all salon and spa professionals have already taken advantage of independent new career opportunities as booth, chair and suite renters. While traditional salons may exist forever, the newest research shows that this successful new trend will soon encompass over 50% of how all salon and spa professionals will operate by 2020. Whether you are a hairstylist, barber, aesthetician, nailcare artist or massage therapist, salon and spa suites are now changing the way to professionals live and work by adding more flexibility when it comes to personally, professionally and privately pampering your clients. It may be the perfect time to become your own boss! Research New Salon Suites Opportunities:  It will be important for you to invest time to explore the various suite career options and wonderful new business opportunities near you. For example, the first suites concept developed in South Florida in 2003 was Salonz Beauty & Spa Suites. They offer […]

Now is the absolutely a great time to offer glamorous hair extensions to your salon clients for instant new length, volume, body, and texture. They are also perfect for fun, fantasy and fashionable hair designs!

Press Release Hairdressers Advice Presents The Method Alliance Team: Icons Of Hair Show! Monday, May 18, 2015 Tarzana, CA       Hairdressers Advice and The Method Alliance Team are collaborating to share an afternoon of advanced haircutting design, haircolor artistry and salon business sense. The recent launch of the Method Alliance as a new educationally based company has a long list of top salon owners and hair designers as loyal fans and students.  Alan Benfield Bush and The Method Alliance Team now provide valuable hair artistry and generic business education for salon industry professionals, without promoting any specific haircare brands. These innovative new educational programs have been developed expressly with a generic approach for hair design engineers, salon owners, distributors and manufacturers. Uniting hairdressers through education, this event will share exciting live demonstrations with plenty of trendsetting salon industry information. The event will end with a cocktail party where you can mingle and network with all of the educators. Icons Of Hair Show ~ Advanced Haircutting Lecture / Demonstration ~ Monday, May 18: Alan Benfield Bush will be the Master of Ceremonies to host this event at the Hacienda Hotel, 525 North Sepulveda Boulevard in El Segundo CA 90245, from 2 to […]

Hair Loss Facts Did You Know: That early on-set male pattern baldness in African American men can be linked to Prostate Cancer In some cases baldness can be linked to Coronary Heart Disease Baldness gene linked to 1-7 men Lose weight and staunch baldness A new drug to treat arthritis may help cure baldness Using Propecia may control the urge to drink alcohol

Speaking with Dr Bauman was an exciting experience. His enthusiasm for his profession was contagious. Dr. Bauman, besides being extremely knowledgeable about all facets of hair restoration is one of the professions greatest advocates.

By:  Merilyn E. Ulrich, Contributing Editor/Senior Staff Writer The Hair Society I am a consumer and I am writing this for all of my fellow consumers who visit hair salons. I have observed several situations over the years that embarrassed both the salon owners, stylists and me. As a result of what I saw I vowed to never behave in the way that the following customers behaved. After all, hair stylists are people too and they deserve respect just as we, the consumers expect it in return. Example Number One: The lady with the balding head As I waited for my stylist to call me back to the shampoo chair I observed an older woman standing by the front desk arguing with the receptionist. She was literally yelling about the cost of her bill and making quite the scene. She claimed that the stylist had caused all of her hair to fall out during her appointment for a simple cut and blow dry. The bill was for approximately $20 and she was refusing to pay for it. After about ten minutes of back and forth arguing she threw down her credit card and then stormed out of the shop vowing […]

By:  Merilyn E. Ulrich, Contributing Editor/Senior Staff Writer The Hair Society Back when I was a little girl I often heard people make fun of men and women who wore hair pieces. A man’s hair piece was referred to as a Toupee or a Rug. It was always obvious that he or she was wearing false hair to cover a bald head and this was often the butt of many jokes. “He has a bad rug” was a common statement, or, “It looks like he has a dead animal on his head”. If the wind blew too hard these “rugs” would often blow off leaving the wearer standing before you in all his bald glory. Sometimes the hair piece tilted to one side or the other and again, it was obvious that it wasn’t his own hair. Women’s wigs were often purchased in department stores and were not securely fastened so as to look natural. The styles were limited and the colors rather mundane. No one looked like they were wearing their real hair. Times have changed and when a man or women goes to a specialist in wigs and other hair pieces such as extensions or toppers, pony tails, […]

Hair loss in children counts for approximately 3% of pediatric office visits. Most hair loss in children can be treated successfully but there are several causes and available treatments. There are medical causes and non medical ones. The majority of kids over 26 months old are the ones who have issues with hair loss. The following are the causes and some of the treatments: Tinea Capitis: Commonly known as Ring Worm of the scalp. This is a fungal infection and it is contagious. The treatment usually involves an oral anti-fungal like Griseofulvan and it is given by mouth for about 8 weeks. Use of an anti-fungal shampoo like Selenium Sulfide or Keloconozole is also suggested. Because this condition is contagious, it is wise to take the proper precautions (do not share hair brushes or combs, etc). Alopecia Areata: A non-contagious condition caused by the immune system attacking hair follicles. There is no clear cause but many children have their hair back within a year. Sadly, 5% of the children with this disease progress to Alopecia Totalis which involves loss of all hair from the scalp and some of the children develop Alopecia Universalis which means the loss of all the […]

Now and for a limited time, the Business Model Canvas is being offered to everyone. Membership is NOT required to take advantage of this incredible business exercise and insight. How would you like to be able to hone your business plan down to a single sheet of paper using nine simple building blocks? These nine blocks will equip you to think of thousands of possibilities and alternatives for your business but then assemble the best ones in a unique way to help you reach your objectives. Through this one and a half day workshop, you and your leadership team or staff, will be able to create, visualize and test business models without wasting capital or overcomplicating the approach. The concepts work equally well with startups, small businesses or even giant corporations looking to explore new models and keep up with the competition. Benefits of Completing the Workshop Truly and fully understand your business model with a shared language Understand how the functions, activities and processes intertwine and interlock with the business Improve Customer awareness Focus on VALUE – what you bring to your clients Emphasize the mutual dependence of people and the need for alignment Manage, adapt and modify your business model in response to […]

By:  Merilyn E. Ulrich, Contributing Editor/Senior Staff Writer The Hair Society In my neighborhood there is a very old woman (she is 90 years old), who takes twice daily walks up and down our street. I have seen her and spoken to her many, many times throughout the twenty years that I have lived in my neighborhood. She is amazing! I am much younger than she is and I don’t have the stamina or desire to walk for an hour every single day come rain or come shine. She does! I once asked her what motivated her to walk every day and she answered, “It keeps me young and lets me know what’s going on in the neighborhood!”. Needless to say, I am filled with admiration for this lovely woman who is probably healthier than I am and has twice the energy that I possess. I had noticed that I hadn’t seen her for a week but I figured that she was busy or that her family had come to visit her as they often do while she spends her winters in Arizona where the weather is mild. Then another week passed and another until I hadn’t seen her for […]

Sy Sperling is the Chairman of The Hair Society. The following “One on One” interview will be the first of many future contributions that we can look forward to from Sy. His expertise is invaluable and your membership will benefit greatly from his input.

Speaking to Dr. Kingsley, with his charming English accent and his amazing ability to educate was a true learning experience. Dr. Kingsley is a natural born teacher and an esteemed member of the Hair Loss Profession.

One of your most important assets in the running of your business is you staff. They acan literally make or break your reputation. Always post the following when seeking out employees: Minimum Age Required Hours of Operation Available Positions Interview Questions Is he/she licensed in Cosmotology? What is their previous experience in the field How do they handle last minute scheduling conflicts Favorite style or “look” How many educational hours earned How do you handle an upset Client? What do you like about the Industry What hours are you available to work What other skills do you bring to the job Are you available to cover other employees who call in sick All of the above questions will proceed filling out an application and all are important. Hiring employees is one of the most important duties you will need in running your business and if the answers to the above questions do not meet your needs in filling a position than there is no need to go further. Make sure that this person will fit in with the rest of your staff. Interviewing is a learned skill and should be a priority when hiring.

Many professions are a part of a governing group such as the American Bar Association( Lawyers) or The American Medical Association (Doctors). These groups provide guidelines for members of their profession and can advise, set rules and even sanction when those rules are broken. In many ways these groups control the behavior of their members. They were formed to prevent unfair practices for the professional members and for their clients and patients. Some religions act in unified ways to provide guidance to their leaders and members but some practice shunning for those who don’t comply with their beliefs. What is shunning? shun SHən/ verb gerund or present participle: shunning persistently avoid, ignore, or reject (someone or something) through antipathy or caution. “he shunned fashionable society” synonyms: avoid, evade, eschew, steer clear of, shy away from, fight shy of, keep one’s distance from, give a wide berth to, have nothing to do with. What about the Hair Loss/Restoration Industry…is there a uniform group to guide and advise or does this industry practice shunning?  There are in fact many organizations, some for profit and other not, but none of them individually or collectively act an authoritative/governing body. There are millions of men […]

“Buy it Les……Please Buy It!!” I was innocently watching the show Hardcore Pawn (American Jewelry and Loan), on A&E. This is a show about a family run Pawn Shop where a bunch of silly characters come in and try to sell stuff. Some of it is really worth money to the owners and some of it is garbage. Don’t get me wrong…I am not fooled by the obvious set-ups where people demand money……or else. I know about reality television. But, what I was about to see caused some real chaos in my house. Picture this….In walks a bald guy carrying what I KNOW to be an iGrow, Hands Free Laser Cap. The owner, Les Gold, and his assistant Bobby Shay greet him with looks of great trepidation and it is obvious that they never saw any type of laser cap before. The man might as well have been carrying a hanger covered in tin foil with antennae on it. Les says, “What is that thing?” The bald man explains that it’s for growing hair, so Les asks Bobbie Shay to put it on to see if his hair grows (he’s bald too). Of course, we all know that this device […]

As a part of your training as a hair and scalp restoration specialist you should be aware of the following information when analyzing a client: Clients: Health Clients: Diet Clients: Daily Exercise Regiment Clients: Environment Possible Damage to Hair and Scalp (Physical, Chemical, Biological) Common causes for Physical Damage Shampooing Brushing Combing Rubber bands Rollers Heat Electric Tongs Common causes for Chemical Damage Cheap Products Perms Coloring Bleaching Chlorine Common Causes for Biological Damage Folliculitis (Bacterial Infection of Hair Follicles) Fragilitis Crimium (Split Ends) Impetigo (Highly contagious Bacterial Infection) Pediculosis Capitis (Head Lice) Psoriasis (Skin Cells produced at a more rapid rate than normal causing patches and sores) Sabaceous Cysts (Blocked sebaceous glands causing Cysts) Seborrheoa- (Greasy, Oily Hair) Tinea Capitis (Ringworm) Trichorrexis Nodosa (Beaded Hair) Warts (Virus Infection in the Skin)  In order to properly analyze your clients scalp condition you need to be aware of all of the above conditions and should make this knowledge a part of your expertise and the client educational experience.        

Miami-based medical device manufacturer, Capillus, LLC, announces that the Capillus272™ has received 510(k) clearance from the Food and Drug Administration. With no known side effects and the highest energy output of any home-use low level laser therapy (LLLT) product, the Capillus272 is proven to prevent hair loss and promote hair regrowth in adults who suffer with androgenic alopecia. Designed for home-use, the Capillus272 is a mobile battery-powered laser product that is worn under a hat for 30 minutes every other day. It applies red laser light to the scalp from its 272 laser diodes. “We received excellent results from our clinical trial,” says Carlos Piña, Capillus CEO. “We are excited to communicate the proven benefits of our product and to introduce new products and services to serve the needs of physicians and patients.” More than 55 million men and women suffer with hair loss in the United States. Not everyone is a candidate for a surgical hair transplant procedure, and many who are candidates prefer a more convenient, non-invasive treatment method. LLLT devices provide a safe, non-surgical option designed to reawaken the hair follicles and stimulate natural hair growth. “It is very gratifying to receive FDA clearance for our Capillus272 […]

Some forms of hair loss are subtle and happen over time. Some are instantaneous and expected. No matter how this process occurs there are many emotions that come with it. Both men and women suffer from hair loss and the emotional impact is no less for men and/or women. There is the fact that you won’t look the same and that you may lose the one thing that made you feel physically beautiful…a full head of lovely hair. If the cause of the hair loss is disease or harsh treatments to try and cure a disease there is also the fear associated with having that disease. No matter the cause; hair loss is traumatic. One of the biggest fears that I have come across when speaking to people who have lost all or some of their hair is going out in public. How will the public react? Will people stare? What type of head covering should be used to disguise a bald head? So many questions and so much apprehension comes with sudden hair loss. Some people shave their heads prior to having chemotherapy or radiation to avoid gradual shedding and some wear turbans or scrafs. Some wear hats and […]

When you meet Michael Suba you will likely be struck by his calm, welcoming demeanor, you might however not guess that he is an infamous figure in the hair replacement industry.

Did you know that approximately 35 million men and 21 million women suffer from hair loss? Beginning at age 35 with a 40% loss rate for men and growing to a 70% loss rate for men age 80, the majority of the world-wide population will lose more hair than they ever dreamed of and they will need professional services to help them restore their hair. By age 60, women hair loss sufferers will be in the 80% range. Many people are unaware of the many services, treatments and hair systems available to them so awareness is key in the hair loss treatment business, Many hair loss specialists offer free evaluations so that people can come in to be not only educated but made aware of the options available to them. Incentives are always a good idea because many folks are afraid that the cost of restoring their hair will be far more then they can afford. Whether it be via medication, scalp treatments, laser hair therapy, surgical or non-surgical procedures, there is something for everyone. The future looks bright where hair restoration is concerned and all that’s necessary is making the public aware and letting them know that they can […]

Taking good care of your hair helps to prevent damage, breakage and ultimately hair loss. There are ways that you can preserve your hair and keep it healthy. Diet, lifestyle and medications all may contribute to hair loss. Follow these easy tips and you will see a difference and retain your hair.

Shears are one of the most important tools that a Hair Technician will ever use. Many stylists spend a fortune on shears and there are varying opinions on which shears are the best. The most important thing to know is getting ands using the right shears for the job. Get the Right Size for the Job! There is a difference between barber’s shears and regular haircutting shears. Different techniques are used so different sized shears are necessary. Barbering shears generally have longer blades because they are used for cutting “shears over comb” and the blades need to be long enough to be aligned with the side of a barber comb. “Regular” haircutting shears are generally used to cut the hair in small increments as it is combed and held with the fingers. Because of this, the blades are generally in more even proportion to the handle-portion of the shear. You will find variations in size and a good fit is important to do the job well. Haircutting shears are labeled with a size in half-inch increments and range from 4.5 inches to 6.5 inches. The finger holes on the gripping end should allow your fingers to slide in and out […]

Female Emotional attachment to hair vs. the male perception of wearing a hair piece. It’s not difficult to convince a woman to wear a wig rather than walk around with bald spots or thinning hair. We women rely on are physical appearance and often the saying that “our hair is our crowning glory” is an accurate depiction of how we view ourselves. Although men are more commonly the recipients of male pattern baldness and other loss issues, they are reluctant to wear a hairpiece. About 80% or more of all men refuse to put anything on their head and some even refuse to wear hats. Here’s the problem with that absolute refusal to covering up baldness from a woman’s perspective; we, all of us, are visual and what we see makes that most important first impression. Some women don’t care if the guy they just met or are planning to meet is bald or in the process of losing his hair. Some of us can’t see past that first image and want to fulfill our dreams of meeting the guy with the perfect, full head of hair. It may seem shallow but it is fact. Although “what you see is […]

Recently I began to notice that my hair was thinning. It’s mostly on one side of my head but it is noticeable and makes managing my hair difficult. Of course, the color of my hair has changed and I have gone from being a dark blonde to a mousy gray. I can no longer wear bangs straight across my forehead because the side that has thinned doesn’t have enough hair to sustain bangs. Having worn bangs for most of my life and having been born with a very high hairline, not having those bangs is not attractive and when I look at myself I see a woman who looks like she’s balding! I accepted this condition until I recently became more knowledgeable and decided to try and find out why my hair seems to be so thin where it once was so thick. I researched and discovered that I qualified for a couple of the reasons why hair thins out when one ages. The following are some of those reasons I learned for this this condition. Aging hair follicles affect growth and pigmentation Changes in physiology Pre-existing diseases such as Alopecia and Lupis The onset of menopause Tinis Capitis (usually […]

If you begin to notice that you are losing your hair and you want an answer as to why this is happening you can discuss it with your Primary Care Physician so that he or she can try to diagnose the problem (is it disease related, due to medication, genetic or something else). Your Primary Care Physician may refer you to a specialist who works in the field of Hair Restoration.  However you should also know that many primary care physician have very little knowledge when it comes to hair loss and there causes.  If you feel you are not getting the answers you need, then seek a professional consultation from a hair loss expert in your area. You may want to try a non-surgical method which includes integrated hair systems also known as hair pieces or toupees.  In some areas they are referred to as toppers.  There are also other non surgical solutions like laser hair treatments, hair extensions and wigs.  Then there are the pharmaceuticals approach using Rogaine or Propecia (Finesteride) which can be of help to certain types of hair loss or you may want to go the surgical route. If you chose the surgical route than […]

I am writing this as a customer of many years of various Hair Salons. I have learned a lot from simply being a customer and wanted to share it with those of you who are looking to improve customer service and with an eye toward improving your business revenues and customer base. I have a couple of pet peeves, and I am sure that I am not alone in the annoyance that these particular behaviors cause me when I am simply trying to get my hair done. When I go to a Hair Salon I have a purpose…one purpose; to get my hair done in a way that makes me look and feel better with the least amount of drama possible. That is not always the case. First, I have often been seated in a chair for hours listening to hair stylists gossip to one another about a myriad of subjects that do not concern me. I have also been privy to arguments between various stylists which also do not concern me. Many times the stylist actually working on my hair stops what he/she is doing to walk to another station and converse/argue with a fellow stylist. It should be […]

There are several organizations who donate hair to those who suffer from various conditions that result in hair loss. Some of the condtions that cause hair loss are Trichotillomania, Chemo Therapy, Radiation (Cancer Treatments), Burns, Alopecia Areata, Alopecia Totalis, Alopecia Universealis, and Traction Alopecia. Many of these conditions affect children as well as adults. One such agency is Wigs For Kids founded by Jeffrey Paul. Wigs for Kids has been providing this much needed service for 30 years and there is no cost to the recipients. Jeffrey Paul is an Author and Entrepreneur and a Motivational Speaker. Another wonderful partnership was formed in July, 2006 between Pantene and The American Cancer Society. Pantene’s goal is to grow long, strong hair and to turn that hair into free real hair wigs for women with Cancer. Thus far more than 500,000 pony tails have been donated for free. Children With Hair Loss (CWHL) was founded in September, 2000 and is located in South Rockwood, Michigan. They provide customized human hair replacement and care kits to over 300 children a year at no cost. These are only a few organizations who provide these much needed services to adults and children in need. What […]

2015 promises to be an exciting year for hair loss replacement treatments. Many new studies are going forth with great hope for the future. Although there are already many existing hair replacement systems some of the new discoveries are exciting. Growing Hair Follicles from Human Skin Cells: A patient’s own skin tissue can be used to grow an unlimited amount of hair follicles. “This approach has the potential to transform the medical treatment of hair loss,” said Professor Angela Christiano of Columbia University in New York. Gene Therapy: Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania under the leadership of Dr. George Cotsarelis have regenerated follicles in mice. This is done by manipulating a gene called Wnt. This study has major potential for creating new methods of hair growth and many different skin conditions and wounds. PRP + Stem Cell Hair Regrowth Treatment: This use of the patients own cells and platelets to generate the body. Promises better health and a youthful look. Contact Immunotherapy: This method triggers an allergic reaction on the scalp and may help regrow hair.

Recently we were scanning some online statistics regarding hair loss as of 2010. we found it interesting that the numbers were so high. The study doesn’t break down the reasons for the hair loss but most causes are attributed to either pattern baldness, aging and or illness. In the United States alone 35 million men will experience some form of hair loss and 21 million women will also experience hair loss.  The numbers jump dramatically with age. Worldwide, the number of both men and women who seek professional treatment for hair loss is approximately 811,363. The following is a breakdown of the percentage of hair loss by age of both men and women: MEN Age 35: 40% 60: 65% 80: 70% Women Age 60: 80% The average number of hair follicles on the scalp is 110,000 and the average amount of hairs lost daily are around 100 (this number varies depending on age, health and genetics). I found it interesting that the number of hair loss sufferers that would spend their entire life savings for services to restore a full head of hair is 47% and that the world-wide revenue was about 1.87 Billion dollars! If there was ever any doubt that a […]

Not only does baldness bring about aesthetic issues to the sufferer, it might also become a source of deep psychological issues and lowered self-esteem. Because of this, hair loss treatment has become a million-dollar business in the United States, and scientists work around the clock to come with a better hair growth solution than the current ones. Join to read article

Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy Platelet rich plasma therapy or PRP therapy is a non-surgical, all-natural therapeutic procedure for male and female patients that are experiencing hair loss or that require stimulation of hair growth due to hair loss conditions. The Science Behind PRP Special cells called platelets can cause growth of the hair follicles by stimulating stem cells located within the hair follicles. Platelet cells promote healing, responds to injury, promotes the formation of new cellular growth, and accelerates the rate and degree of tissue healing and regeneration. PRP in hair restoration is used to stimulate inactive or newly transplanted hair follicles therefore making the hair follicles in an active growth phase. Inside the platelets are granules that are eventually released during the healing and repair process. The granules contain properties for clotting and growth. PRP Procedure The first step in the PRP procedure is to have blood drawn just as you would at your primary care physician’s office for routine blood test. The blood is then spun in a centrifuge so the PRP can be separated and removed from the remainder of the blood. Spinning down blood cells to a high concentration allows the platelets, along with the other […]

By Jessica Chia Going to extreme lengths in the name of beauty is nothing new (stem cell face lift, anyone?), but a new trend may take the cake for kookiest. Women are paying the equivalent of a down payment on a nice car for, wait for it: eyebrow transplants. “There’s been a big increase recently in the popularity of this procedure as people are becoming aware that it exists,” says hair restoration surgeon Marc Dauer, founder of Dauer Hair and Eyebrow Restoration in Los Angeles. Aimed at combatting the natural brow thinning that happens with age, the procedure—which takes 2 to 3 hours and will set you back anywhere from $4,000 to $8,000—is actually pretty simple. A surgeon numbs your brow and back of your scalp with a local anesthetic, then grafts hair from the back of your scalp to your brow, trimming the strands to match the length of your brow hairs. (Don’t worry—you won’t end up with a bald patch back there.) You can go out in public the next day, though it takes about a week for the skin to fully heal, says hair restoration surgeon Ken Williams, of the Irvine Institute of Medicine and Cosmetic Surgery’s OC […]

We’ve come to accept stress as a part of our daily lives. But for women, especially younger women, there’s a new and embarrassing effect of stress – hair loss.  She’s only 25, but a relentless schedule has taken a noticeable toll on Jenna Milazzo. “I’ve noticed in the past six months just some thinning of my hair up here around the face a little bit. It’s a little troublesome for me to say the least,” Milazzo said. Milazzo was so worried about her hair loss; she went to a doctor who specializes in hair restoration. “I would say about 15 or 20 percent of mostly female [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][patients] complaining of hair loss are probably due to stress,” said Dr. Robert Dorin, a hair restoration surgeon. “I just never had that much hair come out in the shower, in my brush,” said Milazzo. “It was so out of the ordinary; I could tell something was wrong.” Dr. Dorin concluded that Milazzo is suffering the consequence of a busy lifestyle. “What we’re talking about is stress hair loss, stress causing hair loss,” says […]

The iGrow Hair Growth System from Apira Science (Boca Raton, FL) received the FDA green light for over-the-counter sale for women with Fitzpatrick skin phototypes I to IV and with Ludwig Baldness Scale Classifications of I to II. The helmet, which includes a pair of headphones for listening to music or podcasts from your tablet or smartphone during at-home treatment, delivers red light to the scalp using lasers and light emitting diodes. The company terms this Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) and the system requires use for four to six months to get complete results. From the announcement: Apira Science earned FDA clearance by conducting a double-blind, independently reviewed clinical trial to test the efficacy and safety of the iGrow Hair Growth System to promote hair growth in women. Female participants used the iGrow four times per week for 25 minutes per session and saw a 37 percent increase in hair counts in just four months. The study, “The growth of human scalp hair in females using visible red light laser and LED sources,” adds to the award-winning clinical study that showed a 35 percent increase in hair counts in men after 16 weeks of using iGrow. Both studies have been published in Lasers in Surgery in Medicine, […]

Aging is a large risk factor for many of the top global killers, including heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, and Alzheimer’s. Researchers have long been seeking a medication that would fundamentally change how aging occurs, effectively acting like a fountain of youth. A small step toward this goal has been achieved with a new study, which acts upon a certain genetic pathway to boost immune function in the elderly. Joan Mannick of Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research in Massachusetts was the lead author of the paper, which was published in Science Translational Medicine. The study focused on the pathway of mechanistic target of rapamycin, commonly referred to as mTOR. This genetic pathway is important for the healthy growth of cells and protein production, but abnormal function has been linked to several age-related diseases. Function of the MTOR pathway can be inhibited with rapamycin, which stops normal cell growth in the T-cells responsible for programmed cell death. These cells become abundant in older age. The study itself used over 200 participants over the age of 65; an age group that makes up the bulk of influenza-related deaths each year. The test group received rapamycin, while the other was given a placebo weeks before the […]

By Walt Bonner Published December 16, 2014 FoxNews.com Hair loss sufferers may have to look no further than their local beekeeper for a cure. According to the American Chemical Society, scientists from Hokkaido University in Japan have recently discovered that propolis, a substance in beehives, encourages hair growth in mice. “I expect that propolis [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][can] improve hair loss due to inflammation through the anti-inflammatory properties and the keratinocyte-proliferative effect,” Ken Kobayashi, who led the study, told FoxNews.com. The anti-inflammatory properties of propolis, a resin-like material that honeybees use to patch holes in their hives, are nothing new. Ancient people used propolis for wound healing, and in modern times the material has been utilized as a burn, acne and tumor treatment. However, it wasn’t until recently that the substance has been seen as a possible weapon in the war against hair loss.  According to Kobayashi, “recent studies [have] pointed out that propolis has anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor and proliferative properties. Interestingly, normal hair growth needs active proliferation of hair epithelial cells without excessive inflammation. Therefore, we came up with the idea.” […]