Posted by Battle Against Bald on January 27, 2012 in Hair Loss
2012 is the year to go all the way. If you’re looking for a bolder, stronger look, don’t waste your time trying to work with the hair you have left— take it all off! Movie stars and pro athletes have been rocking the bald look for years, but style experts say it’s time for the “every man” to get in the game.
Take a look at this article and see what you should consider when deciding to take the plunge. Then head over to this fun article from Esquire for a step-by-step guide to buzzing your dome.
Back in October, we posted an article about a group of scientists in Australia who had successfully cloned hair follicles in mice.
If you want to know more about the latest developments in this growing research area, take a look at this YouTube video from the International Congress Research Against Hair Loss conference.
A Danish hair loss treatment leader is opening its first US treatment facility in Tampa, FL. Their advanced “Density Improvement Program” has been used with great success by thousands of people in Denmark, Germany, and Norway. Patients are given individual consultations that allow technicians to develop a personalized plan for treating hair loss.
Read this article to learn more about their cutting-edge treatment options. Who knows. It just may inspire a trip to Florida!
Can prostate cancer drugs cure baldness? What medications on the market today can help you fight the battle against bald? Fox News’ Dr. Manny addresses common questions and tells us what drugs are available to help treat hair loss.
Our hair means something to us. That’s why it bothers us when we lost it. But why is hair important? Take a look at this animated video from hairloss.com to hear about what hair does to our confidence and self esteem.
Posted by Battle Against Bald on January 10, 2012 in Hair Loss
The New Year is here, and that means a lot of people are hitting the gym to build the body of their dreams (or at the very least lose those pesky holiday pounds). For many, protein shakes go hand in hand with pumping iron, and that can cause problems in the hair loss department.
One hair restoration expert says that protein shakes produce certain chemicals in the body that can worsen hair loss. So if you’re looking to shakes to give your workouts an extra boost, take a look at this article before hitting the supplement store.
Posted by Battle Against Bald on January 6, 2012 in Hair Loss
No one wants to get the flu. And no one wants to lose their hair. So what if you could get one shot that helped prevent both things?
A new report suggests that H1N1 virus may trigger baldness in a small number of people. In a limited number of cases, the H1N1 infection appears to have caused the immune system to attack hair follicles. Take a look at the rest of the article here. Then head to your doctor or pharmacy to get that flu shot!
Posted by Battle Against Bald on January 2, 2012 in Hair Loss
If you've ever had a dog you've probably been driven crazy at certain times of the year when he sheds his coat. Well, now instead of frustration perhaps you can feel a sense of solidarity. Recent studies suggests that a dog's seasonal shedding may have similarities with male-pattern baldness.
Researchers from the University of Southern California claim that hair loss is caused partially by the tissue surrounding the follicles, and not just the follicles themselves. This process is similar to the cyclical shedding that many animals experience. Take a look at this article to learn more.
Posted by Battle Against Bald on December 30, 2011 in Funny Bald Stuff
We thought we’d wrap up 2011 on a humorous note. Take a look at the site below and enjoy their collection of hair-related quotes, sayings and proverbs.
Cold weather and bald heads can be an uncomfortable combination. A winter hat can solve the problem, but selecting the right cap can be a challenge. Fear not! GQ’s Style Guy has tips on selecting a hat that’s not just warm and serviceable, but fashionable as well.
Posted by Battle Against Bald on December 21, 2011 in Hair Loss
‘Tis the season for gifts, and Hairloss.com is rising to the occasion. If you take a few moments to fill out a short survey about your hair loss, they’ll give you a free eBook— “The Complete Guide to Solving Hair Loss”.
Posted by Battle Against Bald on December 19, 2011 in Hair Loss
There are a lot of things to love about winter: the holiday season, building snowmen in the front yard and football playoffs and bowl games. But as far as your hair is concerned, winter has its downside. The cold air is more drying and less humid and indoor heating devices create a dryer climate as well. This drying can cause damage to hair and result in hair loss. Here are a few tips for taking care of your hair in the winter months:
Hair static is caused by a lack of hair moisture. Brush with natural and not plastic bristles.
Never keep your hair wet for a long period of time or brush it when it’s wet – hair is at it’s weakest then.
Try to towel dry your hair instead of blow drying it.
Dry and cold weather can be damaging to your hair since it easily becomes dry during this time of the year due to dry indoor heating and cold weather outside.
Posted by Battle Against Bald on December 16, 2011 in New Treatments
Earlier this year, we reported on a new treatment being tested that uses stem cells to stimulate hair growth. Now, Biosystem has released the results of the 2-year study. Of the 700 patients involved in the study, 80% showed renewed hair growth. Check out this article to learn more about the treatment.
Posted by Battle Against Bald on December 14, 2011 in Laser Comb
The HairMax laser comb has been a hair restoration option for men for several years, but recently the device gained FDA approval to treat thinning hair and baldness in women. Take a look at this video and hear firsthand from a woman in Florida who has been using the laser comb.
Posted by Battle Against Bald on December 11, 2011 in Hair Loss
A company in Minnesota is offering a different approach to minimizing the look of hair loss— indelible ink. Darrin Gerr’s company, Good Look Ink, uses a process that permanently recreates the appearance of hair follicles, making it look like his clients have a thicker head of hair.
Battle Against Bald is a Bosley blog with a long and respected history. One of our authors, Seth, underwent the Bosley Medical hair restoration procedure and then documented his results over the first year.
Seth is now back for a second Bosley hair loss treatment accompanied by two of his colleagues who he referred to Bosley. All procedures were sponsored and performed by Bosley. To learn more, contact Bosley at 800-249-6946, visit the Bosley website, or feel free to drop us a line at Battle Against Bald any time!
Our procedures were sponsored and performed by Bosley. To learn more about hair restoration, contact Bosley at 800-249-6946 or visit the Bosley website
The participants in this blog, were each provided a Bosley procedure at no cost in exchange for sharing their experiences on BattleAgainstBald.com. In addition, bloggers Seth Garon, Michael Shelangoski and Mark B. are also employees at the R2C Group, one of Bosley’s marketing agencies. R2C is financially compensated for generating, managing and updating the design and content included in this blog. All content surrounding this blog is based on the authors’ personal opinions based on actual experience undergoing the procedure and does not necessarily represent the views of Bosley or the R2C Group.
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