Is Gray Hair a Pigment of Your Imagination?

When it comes to gray hair, women get the “shaft.”

Over the years it’s always been perfectly acceptable for men to let their hair go gray. In fact, men with salt-and-pepper hair are called “distinguished.” Women, on the other hand, are more often referred to as “older” or “matronly.”

Day-Old Hair… Should You Dare?

Some mornings I wake up and I’m not sure how I feel… should I or shouldn’t I?

There are women out there who are blessed with hair that looks better after a few days without washing. But if you’re like me, you may feel like you need to re-vamp yesterday’s perfect coif.

Problem is, you may just not feel like a hair wash. Or you might find yourself rushing to work.
Sometimes, there’s no time.

She Had The Hair Of An Elderly Man

My patient S.W. wanted me to look at her cholesterol results.

Her doctor told her they were concerning.

But I ended up finding something that was much more concerning to me, and to her.

In examining her, I parted her hair to look at her scalp. I saw a problem I see much more often than I used to. She had very thin, sparse hair with a bald scalp that would remind you of an elder male.

Feed Your Follicles

While hair loss may not be life threatening, it doesn’t mean it’s not important – especially when it comes to women.

Hair loss is common subject among men, but you may be surprised to know that more and more women are looking for solutions to thinning hair, too.

As a woman, I know that your hair is your “crowning glory.” When it’s full and silky, you just feel younger and more beautiful.

Ancient Indian Secret of Beautiful Hair

Beauty isn’t just my job… it’s my passion. I love seeking out new ways to promote a natural, more youthful look. And sometimes, those “new” ways turn out to be very old.

That’s what happened when I came across shikakai (shee-ka-kai) a few years ago. No one I knew had ever heard of it… but it’s one of the oldest cleansing agents in the world.

Hair Rescue Tips for Fall

Whew… it seems like summer was hotter than ever this year!

If you’re like me, you love going to the pool or beach. But these fun summer activities can leave your hair looking more than just a little parched.

The hot sun, chlorine, salt water and over-washing can result in dry, dragged down, dingy hair by the end of the summer. But I know some great ways to restore the health of your hair this fall

Who Says You Have to Look Your Age?

Your skin is one of your most important natural resources. It’s responsible for protecting you from the outside elements, and with a little TLC, it can help you to look fresh, confident, and much younger than your age.

Every day your skin faces opposition – whether it’s the pollutants in our modern environment or even harsh chemicals in many of the modern beauty products on the market today. These outside factors continue to rob you of your natural protection and deplete one of your most valuable resources.

Even foods in our modern diet that are full of preservatives and additives can deprive your skin of the valuable nutrients that it needs to stay in the best condition.

Infuse Your Locks with Natural Ingredients

One of the most embarrassing issues that we as women can struggle with is much more common than you may think. And no, it’s not menopause! It’s actually a problem that is hardly discussed in female circles: thinning hair.

So many women struggle with thinning hair, but most of us are too embarrassed to ask for help. As I thought to myself many times before – isn’t it men that are supposed to be going bald and not women?

For women with thinning hair, restoring health to their hair can also restore much-needed confidence. When your hair becomes thinner and patchier as a result of age, a poor diet, or even a medical condition, it can be devastating.

I’ve been a hairstylist for more than 20 years, and my heart goes out to all of the ladies who come into my salon hoping to mask their thinning hair with a brand-new hairstyle. They’re frustrated. They’re embarrassed. They’re at the end of their ropes because they’ve tried almost every hair care product on the market.

Biotin – The Hair Vitamin

Does your hair break more easily? Are you seeing more hair in your brush?

This isn’t uncommon.

Many of my female patients are concerned about the health of their hair … especially brittle strands. They’ll usually cut their hair short to keep it manageable and looking somewhat healthy.

Some spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars on special potions and lotions for their hair but they might not get the results they want. You see, some of these products contain toxic chemicals that can be harmful to your health. Some people just accept that their hair is destined to look thin, brittle and dull for the rest of their lives.

Biotin (also known as vitamin B7 or vitamin H) has been used traditionally to promote hair health, strength and manageability by increasing hair elasticity and by thickening the strands of hair (and the cuticles of your nails).1

Enjoy Lustrous Locks

I’ve been a hair stylist for over 20 years, and I’ve seen it all when it comes to thinning hair. Lots of guys and girls who come to my salon have this problem. Especially as they get older. And believe me, it can be devastating.

They come to me full of frustration. They’ve tried everything – from hair extensions to all kinds of gooey hair products that only fake the funk.

Thinning hair and balding are much more common than you might think. You may be guilty of trying some of these trendy solutions yourself…

Next Page »