Introduction of 6 Effective Hair Loss Treatments That Might Work for You

June 27, 2021 Blog Views: 1733

If you are a gentleman noticing a receding hairline or worried about going bald, the first thing you should ever do is schedule a visit to a dermatologist to ensure that your hair loss is not a sign of a serious health issue. Not all hair loss problems are male pattern baldness.

But if it’s male pattern baldness, once it begins, it is going to stop on its own. It’s important to start the treatment as soon as the hairline starts bothering you.

the American Hair Loss Association says that two-thirds of men start experiencing some degree of hair loss when they reach 35 years of age. When they reach their 50s, 85% complain about hair loss and thinning.

Can you relate? If so, you must be in search of a hair loss treatment that can if not bring back your hair but at least stop the hair fall/baldness. Here are some treatments you will find useful: 

1: Medication for Hair Growth

There are over-the-counter drugs that may aid in the treatment of hair loss. These are usually available as foams or other topical ointments. Minoxidil and finasteride and two of the common medications for treating hair loss.

Minoxidil: Minoxidil was created to treat high blood pressure problems. This drug had a side effect – it promotes unwanted hair growth. This impact prompted pharmaceutical companies to examine it as a treatment for male baldness. It unknown how the drug works but it appears to widen the hair follicle, making a much thicker hair strand to grow.

Furthermore, Minoxidil promotes hair growth, resulting in longer hair and more hair strands. Minoxidil has been demonstrated to be both safe and effective when used correctly.

Finasteride: Finasteride is very effective in treating male pattern baldness. This drug was developed to treating prostate cancer. It works by lowering the levels of the hormone DHT in the scalp. DHT causes hair follicles in the scalp to become thinner, therefore lowering DHT levels, in turn, preventing hair loss. 

2: Hair Transplant

Hair transplant is a hair loss treatment that doesn’t promote hair growth. It only patches up bald spots. It’s a surgical procedure and it’s costly. More than one visit to the clinic is required for the treatment to be successful.

There are two types of laser treatments available. The first one is Follicular unit transplantation in which the skin and follicles from the back of your scalp (where there is usually more hair) are removed, and the follicles are then surgically implanted in the balding areas. The second treatment is Follicular unit extraction. Rather than removing the skin, this treatment transplants hair from one portion of the scalp to balding areas. 

3: Laser Treatment

This treatment reduces inflammation in hair follicles which prevents them from regrowing. Low level laser therapy is one of the most effective treatments out there for treating male pattern baldness. 

4: Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

This method involves spinning down your own blood in a centrifuge. Platelet-rich plasma is a concentrated plasma that is injected into the hair follicles. This plasma contains a high concentration of insulin-like growth factor, platelet-derived growth factor, and a few others. These substances trigger tissue regeneration to promote normal hair growth. It is more effective than Minoxidil. The only problem is long term treatments are required to maintain hair growth. 

5: Wear Wigs and Hair Pieces

Hair pieces can help you disguise hair loss. In some cases, the hair loss can be permanent and in a situation like these, wearing a wig can give you the lost confidence. 

6: Try Natural Remedies

Although there is no hard data that validates natural remedies are effective hair loss treatment, they do work wonders for preventing hair loss. Let’s check them out:

· Natural oils

Rosemary oil and rosemary leaf extract, as well as peppermint oil, are sometimes recommended as hair growth treatments. Coconut oil, castor oil, and olive oil have all been linked to hair loss prevention in some way.

· Biotin Supplement

This beneficial vitamin has been promoted as a possible hair loss cure, mostly for women. It can be found in a variety of foods, including almonds, eggs, onions, and sweet potatoes. You can also take it as a supplement orally.

· Onion Juice

It is believed that applying onion juice to the scalp can prevent hair loss and in some cases promote hair growth as well.

· Viviscal

Viviscal is a natural hair-growth supplement. It contains AminoMar C, which is a marine complex made of minerals, vitamins, and shark and mollusk powder. These chemicals aid in the regeneration of new cells as well as the strengthening of existing ones. To notice effects, you must take the capsules twice a day for at least six months.

· Bhringraj

Also known as false daisies, the bhringraj powder can be used as an effective hair loss treatment as well. Studies on mice have revealed that this herb extract can be used as a hair growth treatment.

· Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe vera has been used to cure hair loss for a long time. It also moisturizes and calms the scalp. It can help to get rid of dandruff and unclog hair follicles that have been congested by too much oil. Apply the gel onto your scalp and hair every other day. You can also use aloe shampoo and conditioner. You might have to wait for a few months to see the results of this hair loss treatment in full action. 

Final Verdict

The key to curing hair loss is to find the root cause. While you do that, don’t forget to avoid harsh products and styling methods. Instead, use moisturizing products to prevent breakage such as Keratin Conditioner and Hair Mask and taking care of nutritional needs.

It's wise to lower your expectations when trying out these hair loss solutions. Aside from Minoxidil, and other medications mentions, there are no other OTC treatments with major efficacy studies. Discuss the viable treatment options with your dermatologist and decide from there.


Comments

All blog comments are checked prior to publishing.

Welcome Back!

Forgot your password?

Search


Writers Cooperation:

LaVividHair is seeking for blog contributors who know and love hair. If you know alternative hair or hair related accessories, if you have great understanding of hair trends and fashion, if you are expert in hair care, if you have any experience with salons or celebrities, if you would like to share your experience to help people just like you make the right choice, now contact us at support@lavividhair.com to be a blog contributor. Let’s discuss the details then.

New To Lavividhair

SURVEY TIME NOW