Hair Extensions For Fine Or Thin Hair

What type of hair extensions should you get?

When you first start thinking of getting hair extensions, you may be very overwhelmed by all the different methods available today and how each one is designed for a particular type of hair. Researching all the different methods is very important and the quality of your research may directly relate to whether your hair extensions will be good or bad.

Hair

Below is a Letter to the Editor asking about specific hair extension methods for fine/thin hair.

Hair Extensions For Fine Or Thin Hair

Question:

Hello. I am interested in getting hair extensions, but I am a little concerned about what they can do to your hair. I am only a teen but i have thin/fine hair that is a little damaged from blow-drying and frequent use of the flat iron. I want to know if hair extensions could ruin my hair and if it is a bad idea to get them? I do not want cause any further damage or like permanently ruin my hair. Write back with any solutions or advice if possible. Thanks.

Answer:

I am not a professional cosmetologist, so I cannot give you a professional opinion. However, I have done extensive research on hair extensions and I can share with you some information that I have learned.Human hair extensions are very heavy, and if attached to hair that is damaged, they can result in permanent hair loss. The extensions can pull out your natural hair because of the extra weight of the human hair and the damaged condition of your natural hair. Synthetic hair extensions weigh about 1/3 the weight of human hair and may be more suitable for your situation.You can do a stress test on your hair yourself to see how damaged it is. Take one strand of hair and pull it. If it comes out very easily, then your hair may not be suitable for extensions. If you have to pull it pretty hard, then your hair may be okay. There are several hair extension methods that have been developed specifically for fine and thin hair. You can research the methods at our Hair Extension Resource Center.If you really want to get hair extensions, perhaps the best place to start is schedule several hair extension consulations at different salons near you. Get different opinions about how damaged your hair really is and whether it could support hair extensions. See our free resources on preparing for the consultation at www.hrhairextensions.com

Hair Extensions For Fine Or Thin Hair

Perriann Rodriguez is the award-winning author of the Ebooks, Hair Extensions Exposed, Hair Extensions Exposed LITE, Wedding Hair Styles, Hair Extensions-The Official Consumer's Guide to Getting Hair Extensions and 2005's Most Popular Hair Extensions. For the most up-to-date information on every aspect of getting hair extensions, visit http://www.hairextensionsexposed.com

Natural Hair Loss Remedies

Fact: There is no sure-fire way to prevent all hair loss. However, some methods that have been used work on some people. Here are some suggestions for natural remedies to hair loss. Massage Massaging the scalp in general for a couple of minutes a day can stimulate blood flow to the hair follicles and in mild cases stimulate some hair growth in minor cases of temporary hair loss. There are several electric massagers on the market that have an attachment for scalp massaging as well. An oriental method called Qi Gong (pronounced Chi Kung) has been used to increase circulation to the scalp and face also. Aromatherapy A blend of six drops each of lavender and bay essential oils in a base of four ounces of either almond, soybean or sesame oil massaged into the scalp and allowed to sit for 20 minutes has been used by aroma therapists to stimulate the scalp. Saw Palmetto Extract There is a definite connection between the prostate and hair loss for men. Saw Palmetto has been found to work in fighting benign prostatic disease by lowering levels of DHT, which is a known cause of androgenetic alopecia. Saw Palmetto extract is an effective anti-androgen and shows promise as an effective treatment for hair loss prevention. More information on Saw Palmetto for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Women on oral contraceptives or hormone therapy should not take Saw Palmetto. Nettle Root Extract Nettles are rich in vitamins A and C, several key minerals and lipids that can be beneficial to the hair. Nettle Root Extract has been used successfully in Europe as an inhibitor of 5-alpha reductase in treating BPH. Rosemary and Sage Rosemary and sage are two herbs that have shown benefit traditionally when used externally. Boil together in water rosemary, sage, peach leaf, nettle and burdock. Then strain the loose herbs from the liquid and use the liquid to wash the hair daily. Jojoba Oil If you are predisposed to seborrhea, eczema, psoriasis, or dandruff, you could consider using jojoba oil. Mexicans and southwestern Native American nations have used jojoba oil traditionally for centuries to promote hair growth and the control of dandruff. Jojoba oil is great for hypoallergenic skin because it is a great moisturizer and mimics the scalp's own sebum. Aloe Vera Aloe Vera has been used by Native Americans, Indians and many in the Caribbean to promote healthy hair and prevent hair loss. Aloe's can help the scalp by healing it and balancing the pH level of the scalp while cleansing the pores. A common preparation of Aloe Vera gel with a small amount of wheat germ oil and coconut milk is used as a shampoo and has traditionally shown great benefit. Henna Henna is a traditional Indian herb that acts as a natural conditioner and is excellent for the maintenance of healthy hair. It can help heal the hair shaft by repairing and sealing the cuticle, protecting hair against breakage and loss of shine. Polysorbate-80 Polysorbate-80 is an FDA approved surfactant that is also approved as a food additive. Although not proven, Polysorbate-80 is said to remove deposits of DHT and cholesterol from the scalp. Polysorbate-80 is being recommended by some naturopathic practitioners as an application for the scalp approximately 15 minutes prior to shampooing. Cleansing and Detoxification Cleansing should be a major part of your regimen to maintain and grow hair. Many scalp related diseases are directly the result of toxemia, while toxins in the body adversely affecting the body's systems indirectly affect other conditions. Cleansing can be performed through oral means regularly and occasionally by enema or colonic irrigation. More remedies for detoxification Psyllium husk Fiber is vital to cleansing, and most North American diets are deficient in natural fiber. Psyllium husk is a bulking laxative agent that can be used to safely move waste through the colon. Psyllium is a very good substance as it gently scrubs the walls of the colon to remove waste that is stuck to the walls.

Exercise Finally, although exercise does absolutely nothing directly to grow hair, most holistic practitioners recommend it. Exercising can improve blood flow, the delivery of oxygen to the cells of the body, and help the digestion of foods, all things that aid the health of hair follicles. Disclaimer: The advice here is not presented from a medical practitioner. Any and all dietary and medical planning should be made under the guidance of your own medical and health practitioners. This information does not replace medical advice from a professional physician.

Hair

---

Natural Hair Loss Remedies

Copyright 2005 Priya Shah

Natural Hair Loss Remedies

_____________________________________________

Priya Shah is the Editor of The Glutathione Report, a newsletter featuring regular updates on the health benefits of glutathione. For a comprehensive report on hair loss, see Hair Loss Prevention Secrets.
____________________________________________

Alternative Health - The Best Way to Take Alpha Lipoic Acid and Have Lower Blood Sugar Levels!

Alpha-lipoic acid... there is probably no nutritional supplement of greater benefit to type 2 diabetics that will actually help lower blood sugar levels! Acting in the body in many of the same ways as insulin, this potent antioxidant acts inside cells, on the surface of cells, and between them.

Alpha-lipoic acid enables your cellular furnaces known as mitochondria, to burn glucose safely by soaking up the excess free radicals of oxygen that otherwise might injure your cells. It protects the lining of your red blood cells from the caramelization process known as glycosylation, (the process that makes HbA1c), and it encourages the flow of fluid in your tissues so that you might even get a tighter abdomen and a better defined jaw line, even as you gain lower blood sugar levels.

\"Biotin\"

The benefits of alpha-lipoic acid are greatest, however, when taken the right way. The biggest mistake type 2 diabetics make with this supplement is to take too much all at once.

Alternative Health - The Best Way to Take Alpha Lipoic Acid and Have Lower Blood Sugar Levels!

In general:

• If your stomach feels like it is fizzing, you have taken too much
• If your urine smells sulfurous, you have taken too much, and
• If your blood sugar level plummets with no other identifiable cause, you have really, really taken too much.

And taking too high a dose of this most potent of all antioxidant supplements for type 2 diabetics, just does not do your body good. The half-life of lipoic acid in the bloodstream is less than 2 hours. Substances we take into our bodies don't know they are supposed to follow rigid mathematical rules but, more or less half the lipoic acid you take is gone 2 hours later, and nearly 90% is gone six hours later.

So to get continuous benefit from this antioxidant, it's important to take smaller doses throughout the day instead of one large dose in the morning. For instance, if you could benefit from taking 1,200mg daily, take 200mg at your main meals, at snacks and before bedtime to give you 24-hour antioxidant protection.

The metabolic processes supported by lipoic acid requires the addition of B vitamin biotin. You need to add 100mg of biotin for every 1,000mg of lipoic acid you take. Biotin can be taken all at once, or you may prefer to use a brand of lipoic acid combined with biotin in the same capsule. Either way, you need more biotin every day.

It's also possible to buy more expensive products that contain R-lipoic-acid. If you are buying "alpha-lipoic acid," you are getting a mixture of two isomers of lipoic-acid. One has atoms arranged with a leftward or "sinister" twist, and is known as S-lipoic-acid. The other has atoms arranged with a rightward twist, and is known as R-lipoic-acid. The usual manufacturing process creates a mixture of both forms.

The human body only recognizes R-lipoic-acid: about 40% of "alpha-lipoic acid" is actually R-lipoic-acid, so it's better value to pay about twice as much for R-lipoic-acid products. Take half the dose but twice as much biotin.

Alternative Health - The Best Way to Take Alpha Lipoic Acid and Have Lower Blood Sugar Levels!

Would you like more information about alternative ways to handle your type 2 diabetes?

To download your free copy of my E-Book, click here now: Answers to Your Questions... its based on questions many diabetics have asked me over recent months.

Beverleigh Piepers is a registered nurse who would like to help you understand how to live easily and happily with your type 2 diabetes.
http://drugfreetype2diabetes.com/blog
Copyright. (c) 2010 Beverleigh H Piepers RN - All Rights Reserved Worldwide

D - The Essential Hair Loss Vitamin

For many years, a lot of people have been dependent on vitamin supplements to keep their body strong and healthy. Oftentimes, the food choices you eat everyday do not provide your body with all the needed vitamins and nutrients, and an excellent way to fill-in this gap is to take certain vitamins. But what if you have hair loss problems? Do you think there is one vitamin that you can take?

The answer to that question is a yes. There is a vitamin that you can take and that is 'D'. Hair loss and rickets are the primary symptoms of vitamin D deficiency.

\"hair Loss\"

Researchers and scientists have conducted an experiment using mice as their medium. According to the study, vitamin D can indeed help in preventing hair loss and this is supported by the effects of giving the 'D' vitamin to the mice. If this occurs in young adults, the individual may be suffering from vitamin deficiency, particularly vitamin D. However, some points of the study were not very clear and so the research is still ongoing.

D - The Essential Hair Loss Vitamin

Omega 3 is a factor that affects the biological process of the 'D' vitamin. The modern lifestyle of today usually involves doing mostly indoor activities and so you don't get enough sunlight which is an excellent source of vitamin D. But according to some researches, this is not the main reason. Researchers pointed out the diet lacking of essential fatty acids as one of the major cause vitamin D deficiency. How did this happen?

It's quite simple. You see, your body can produce or manufacture vitamin D on its own. However, it will need essential fatty acids. The fatty acids are the ones responsible for producing cholesterol and at the same time removing its excess. The fatty acids are also needed in the fundamental bodily functions. In order to manufacture vitamin D, the body needs cholesterol. If you don't get enough fatty acids, especially the essential ones, your body can't produce its own 'D' vitamins. This will result to a deficiency. Psoriasis and flaky scalp are some of the effects of this deficiency.

Deficiencies in L-lysine and copper may also result to hair loss as well as deficiencies in zinc and copper. So you see, aside from the vitamin D deficiency, there are other vitamins lacking in the body that can result to hair loss. However, the major vitamin that you definitely need is the 'D' vitamin.

There are various manufactures of vitamin D all over the world. Try to conduct a research and check for the reputable sellers and suppliers. This way, you can ensure yourself that you're using high quality vitamins. Some vitamins are cheaper than others but you see, price is not a very important consideration especially for those who love their hair very much. They will not hesitate to pay for a high quality vitamin even if it's expensive.

The best thing that you can give to yourself is to consult a doctor first. Your doctor will be able to show you your treatment alternatives when it comes to treating hair loss. Remember that hair loss or alopecia cannot be cured, so it is best to prevent it from happening or from getting worse. Take your vitamin now and regain your hair's health and volume.

D - The Essential Hair Loss Vitamin

John Tulley manages the Provillus Alpha7: hair regrowth formula web site. Our web site has more detailed advice and information about an important hair loss vitamin and the supplements you need to know about to help stop hair loss.