Hair lifecycle and structure. What is hair made of?

Hair is composed of strong structural protein called keratin. This is the same kind of protein that makes up the nails and the outer layer of skin. Androgens regulate hairgrowth and in scalp hair Androgens may cause the hair follicle to get progressively smaller and the hairs to become finer in individuals who are genetically predisposed to this type of hair loss

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Masturbation and hair loss in men

As you continue to age, the body decreases its production of important neuro-chemicals. On the other hand Masturbation limits the endocrine system which controls the release of such hormones. With excessive masturbation, the body can go through accelerated damage to the tissue cells and organs. Men who keep masturbating excessively will eventually reach an exhausted state in which their bodies produce more inflammatory hormones and proteins, including prostaglandin E2 and DHT. These in turn might be the cause of pain and hair loss.

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Does less hair mean more beard?

Scientists were curious to find out if men with beards are more susceptible to balding!

Interestingly; one basic difference that bearded men had with all the other people was that their rate of sweat evaporation differed.

Their bearded area did not evaporate so much as their forehead, whereas, in the other groups, rates of sweat evaporation were identical. Scientists were suspicious about that fact, and the decided to keep track of these men for 10 years straight (now that's a geek life).

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Excessive swimming and hair loss. Is there a link?

Any pool chemicals or ocean salt poses a threat to your hair health, whether or not you suffer from a hair loss condition. These agents tend to make hair feel dry and brittle, which is easily remedied by reducing your swim sessions and practicing routine deep conditioning hair masks

The water of the swimming pool essentially contains chlorine, which work as an effective anti-bacterial and anti-algae agent, helping the pool water to stay clean and hygienic. The problem is that, no matter how good it is for keeping the pool water hygienic, chlorine takes a negative toll on your hairs. It damages the cuticles of the hair shafts, which triggers hair fall through breakage and in addition to that chlorine can also harm the hair follicles on the scalp which can cause extreme hair loss.
Being a natural product, ocean salt (sea water) should be less damaging to hair than chlorine
Either way, in this article you will find some useful tips on caring for your hair to minimise the damage.

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Some are making hairloss fashionable

Have you heard of #Alopeciaisfashion? It's a campaign that aims to make hair loss more accepted and visible in the fashion world.

It also has the purpose of making the condition more accepted in the fashion world and give a platform to models with hair loss.

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5 Hair tips to try if you're worried about hair loss

While genetics are often the culprit, hair loss and thinning hair might also stem from how you treat your strands, and maybe more importantly, your scalp.

1. Treat your scalp with the same care you treat your face to create the optimum scalp environment for hair growth

2. Cleanse fine and thinning hair with a bodybuilding shampoo to add volume

3. Use a pre-shampoo conditioning treatment to help restore strength and bounce to dry hair

4. Address the underlying factors of your hair loss for long-term improvement

5. Give your hair a nutritional boost with a supplement containing essential amino acids

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CALVARIO: The Struggle Is REAL!!!

Lluis Margarit is a film-making student from the university ESCAC and about to complete his final project. He just launched a Kickstarter campaign and needs your support to make it happen!

The project is a biting comedy about accepting a break-up, with a visual narrative in the purest British style, but deep down, it’s about HAIR LOSS. ;)

He reached out to us at soshairloss.com as he believes we can have a significant impact on the project. The campaign will only last 15 days, so any contribution would help reach their goal!

He and his fellow team mates have a great passion for cinema and are eager to share this magnificent comedy with the world, which they hope you’ll enjoy. They are providing a Google Drive link with the press release as well as the poster and storyboard…

Remember to follow the Kickstarter campaign link and then contribute a donation towards their goal

Link to the campaign: http://kck.st/2MVslIg

Press release: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1OO0JMuJaGOgaRhfhfW59bsGYUx…

Hair Loss Cure for Men - Any recent advances?

The magic fix-all for hair loss is still far out of reach. However advances in research can help us understand key contributing factors such as DHT.
Dihydrotestosterone, also known as DHT, is a concentrated form of testosterone that plays a determining role in the biological function of men. Despite the positive note that DHT is essential in the development of males, it seems ironic that the search for dihydrotestosterone blockers have been neglected.

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Essential nutrients for strong healthy nails and hair

This article claims that the essential nutrients are:

1. Protein
Hair and nails are made primarily of a protein called keratin...

2. Zinc
The mineral zinc is vital to healthy cell division, which means the parts of your body that rapidly reproduce — like your hair and nails...

3. Calcium
Strong bones, strong teeth, strong nails, and strong hair — calcium does it all...

4. Magnesium
When you suffer prolonged periods of stress, you can probably see the effects in your nails and hair...

5. Biotin

Also called vitamin H, biotin is highly regarded as a hair-saver...

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Breaking news: Can hair loss be reversed with Oxy133, a sterol based drug candidate?

A biotech startup company out of Santa Monica, CA is currently having a drug candidate that they think could be a
solution for hair loss and balding. They approached SOS Hairloss because of our connection to hair loss and our efforts to help people with this serious issue.

They are currently running a crowdfunding campaign to get funding for a preliminary experiment for this hair treatment solution. Their team would greatly appreciate your financial support and if you could spread the word about their crowdfunding campaign.

This is the link:
https://experiment.com/projects/can-hair-loss-be-reversed-with-oxy133-a-sterol-based-drug-candidate

About the project: Hair loss can affect both men and women, often leaving a negative impact on the affected person’s life. Stem cells associated with hair follicles drive normal hair growth but lie dormant in bald spots. We propose to test topical applications of Oxy133, a drug candidate that can safely increase Hedgehog signaling, in a mouse model of…

7 Tips and Ideas to Extend the Lifespan of Your Hair System

Hair loss is one of the most common problems that people are facing today. Stress, a bad lifestyle, and poor eating habits are all responsible for causing premature hair loss. So, if you have started to lose your hair, then you should first look to keep your stress levels down as well as modifying your diet to incorporate healthier foods.

However, there comes a stage when non-surgical hair systems become the best option for you if your hair loss is significant. Like your own hair, hair systems also need care and attention. Proper care and attention will enable you to wear your hair system for longer so that’s why we have come up with a list of 7 tips and ideas to extend the lifespan of your hair system.

1) Hair system cleaning by brushing/combing

Brushing with the right combs is very important. Comb your hair system with a 100% soft boar bristle brush or with a large comb to avoid tangling and unnecessary tension on the knots. Here are some vital things to remember:

Comb every day to pr…

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