Archive for November, 2010

“A cure for baldness is one step closer after scientists found two genes that dramatically increase the chance of hair loss in men,” the Daily Express reported.  It said that tests in over 1,125 men have revealed that men who have two genetic variants are seven times more likely to lose their hair.  The newspaper reports that around 14% of men carry both genetic variants, a third of men suffer from baldness by the age of 45, and 80% of cases are thought to be caused by genetic factors. This genetics study has confirmed the association of the AR gene with male-pattern baldness (it is located on the X chromosome and therefore inherited down the female line). The study also… read more

1. Hair Loss is a Common Problem About 85% of men will have significant hair thinning by the time they’re 50, according to the American Hair Loss Association.  Some men begin to lose their hair before they even turn 21. 2. Uncovering Hair Loss Myths Does wearing a baseball cap cause baldness?  Nope.  Someone running their fingers through your hair won’t cause it either. Neither will combing, brushing, twisting, or styling.  But avoid being too rough to prevent hair breakage. 3.  Quit Smoking and Save Your Hair? Several studies show a significant relationship between smoking and how fast male-pattern baldness gets worse.  So if you need one more reason to quit smoking, add early hair loss to your list. 4. … read more

There are many different ways of slowing or preventing hair loss, but actually very few ways of encouraging hair to regrow. We are pleased to say that there are now two salons in West Yorkshire, based in Leeds and Bradford who offer hair restorative services using the latest laser scalp treatment and who also offer their clients the opportunity to use ProFusion shampoo and conditioner to complement their laser therapy. The company is called The Laser Hair Clinics and their two centres are located at:- Glow Beauty                                                Tel: 0113 269 6504 82a Street Lane Roundhay Leeds LS8 2AL The Laser Hair Clinics William Taylor House 8 Eldon Place Bradford BD1 3AZ     (Opening soon) As well as a full range of… read more