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How Can I Stop Hair Loss During Menopause?

How Can I Stop Hair Loss During Menopause?

Every woman will go through the natural biological process of menopause. This stage in our lives is marked by fluctuating hormone levels and the end of menstrual periods. It is often accompanied by other side effects, including hot flashes, insomnia, mood swings, and maybe the worst one for many women — hair loss!
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Will Estrogen Help Hair Growth?

Will Estrogen Help Hair Growth?

During our reproductive years, estrogen exists in our bodies at much higher levels. Our estrogen levels taper off throughout perimenopause and into menopause, causing dry skin, shrunken follicles, and tresses that seem to stop growing no matter what we do. Research has shown that estrogen can significantly impact skin physiology, including the sebaceous gland and hair follicle. Notably, aging effects can be delayed considerably by administering estrogen. This seems to indicate that estrogen helps hair growth. However, too much estrogen may hinder hair growth.
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6 Ways Your Hair Changes After 50

6 Ways Your Hair Changes After 50

On average, women reach menopause at 51, and the years leading up to this milestone are known as perimenopause. Hormonal imbalances and other natural processes that we experience during perimenopause trigger a multitude of changes in our bodies: metabolism grows sluggish, wrinkles deepen, and our hair thins, dries up, and falls out!
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Why Does My Hair Grow Less in My 50s and 60s?

Why Does My Hair Grow Less in My 50s and 60s?

As we age, our hair undergoes gradual changes similar to our skin. Dryness and thinning are to our hair what dark spots and wrinkles are to our skin. Our hair and scalps experience physiological changes. Hair follicles shrink and yield thinner, shorter hair strands. Some of our follicles quit producing new hairs, leading to hair loss. So what are the underlying conditions that cause this? Why does my hair grow less in my 50s and 60s? Most importantly, can I do anything to reverse this problem?

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A woman over 40 years old with blonde medium haircut wears a greay sweater and looks happy about the results of her hair care routine

Is Hair Loss Affected by Seasonal Changes?

Hair loss afflicts millions of people worldwide and causes a significant decrease in quality of life for patients. It is a common but difficult problem to treat since it has multiple causes. Therefore, combination treatments usually work best to combat hair loss. Hair loss can be a naturally occurring event in the life cycle of the hair.  The life cycle of hair has 3 phases: a long anagen (growth) phase, a very short catagen (transition) phase, and a short telogen (resting) phase where hairs fall out.
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Protecting Your Scalp from Damaging UV Rays

Protecting Your Scalp from Damaging UV Rays

Our scalp is covered by hair. As we age, however, our tresses thin, exposing more skin to damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays. Most of us are sticklers when it comes to adding SPF to our faces before heading into the sunshine, but end up neglecting our scalps. Protecting your scalp is just as important as protecting your face.
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How Do I Choose A Hair Serum?

How Do I Choose A Hair Serum?

As the years go by, the volume and shine associated with young-looking hair may be replaced by brittle, fine, and dull hair, generally linked to aging. This transformation results from environmental and genetic influences that affect your hair shaft and follicle cells. Locating the best hair serum to counteract the unique hair-raising issues of aging is not a simple task. This is because not all serums are created equally — some can weigh your hair down while others leave it feeling sticky and often fail to treat the root problem.

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How Can I Clean My Scalp Naturally?

How Can I Clean My Scalp Naturally?

In our quest for shiny, beautiful hair, we put our aging hair and scalps through a lot — we switch from sticky gels to mousses, to sprays, trying to infuse life into our dull, frizzy locks. The more products we use, the more residue is left behind on our scalps. Product buildup can interfere with the natural pH of your scalp, making it impossible to sprout glossy, hydrated locks. Cleaning the gunk and toxin buildup from your scalp unclogs your hair follicles, balancing your natural sebum oils and scalp pH.

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What Vitamins Help Nails and Hair Grow?

What Vitamins Help Nails and Hair Grow?

Everyone yearns for healthy nails and vibrant hair. When we experience frizzy, lackluster locks, and dry, brittle nails no matter what we try, it can be disheartening. Most people identify Teflon nails and silky hair as a signal of health. Remaining active and eating a balanced diet are essential; however, sometimes, your nails and hair may need a boost. Taking nutritional supplements can invigorate scalp function and promote healthier, thicker hair while also improving your nails.
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Do Hair Vitamins Really Work?

Do Hair Vitamins Really Work?

Finding vitamins to feed your wilting hair can seem overwhelming. Drugstores pack hundreds of hair supplements on their shelves, and every company claims that their product will do what others cannot — give you waist-length hair that shines. To find hair vitamins that really work, look for ones formulated for your mature locks and scalp.
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How Do You Exfoliate Your Scalp?

How Do You Exfoliate Your Scalp?

Many women feel reborn in their 40s and beyond, and exfoliation can bolster that renewed energy feeling. After all, through exfoliation, we literally buff away dead skin cells while making room for new ones to shine. This renewal-through-scrubbing has become a perpetual component of our face and body’s daily or weekly skincare regimen. Nevertheless, many of us forget that the scalp that anchors our hair is made of skin, too.
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What Does Sulfate-Free Shampoo Do for Your Hair? Sulfate-free shampoos incorporate low-lather cleansers and natural hydrating agents that gently clean and nourish your hair and scalp like this woman is showing.

What Does Sulfate-Free Shampoo Do for Your Hair?

Sulfate-free shampoos incorporate low-lather cleansers and natural hydrating agents that gently clean and nourish your hair and scalp. The distinction between sulfate and sulfate-free shampoos can, by and large, have a lasting impact on the pleasure you get from your aging hair.
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