Damaged Hair: How to Prevent It. !!

Have a look at the following seven deadly sins of hair care – and avoid them at all costs!

1. Rubbing wet hair dry

Your hair is most fragile when it’s wet, so by rubbing it dry (which most of us tend to do) you’re causing more damage to your hair than necessary. Instead, why not dry squeezing the remaining water out and dabbing it with a dry towel. Once it’s dry you can then start brushing it out to avoid irreparable damage to your hair strands.

2. Applying heat often

Ladies love using our extremely expensive flat irons and volumizing hair dryers, and understandably so. However, the heat from a flat iron can cause damage to your hair even at lower temperatures–especially if your hair is still damp, have been bleached, dyed, or even permed. You may not notice it straight away, but your hair may look a little bit lifeless and dull after a while – perhaps even show some signs of singeing.

3. Washing everyday

As with your skin, your hair needs natural oils. Thus, by washing it daily, you’re stripping your hair of those essential oils used to keep your hair smooth and shiny. This then creates a typical dryness, perhaps even hair fall that you’d want to avoid at all costs. 

4. Never cleaning your brushes

You’d be surprised at the amount of critters and microscopic germs you’ll find when looking at your brushes from an extreme close-up angle. However, most of us tend to forget about cleaning those while we’re busy making sure we shampoo our heads regularly. Make sure you wash between the bristles.

5. Pulling hair too tight

You may be all too familiar with the dreaded receding hairline if you’ve been pulling your hair tight into a ponytail. Don’t panic! It takes a while for the effects to show, but it’s the easiest way to cause breakage and hair loss. So whatever you do, don’t forget to release some of that tension on top of your head. Not only will you experience fewer headaches caused by tightness, but your hair will last longer as the years pass.

6. Adding too many chemicals

We’ve all been there – changing our minds when it comes to wanting to be a brunette or a blonde, or even bleaching. These types of chemicals change the inner structure of the hair – making your hair more susceptible to damage. 

7. Brushing your hair too often

.It’s a good idea to brush your hair once or twice a day, but that’s where it should stop. Over-brushing will cause your hair to fall out quicker, due to the pulling action, and leave you with added tangles if you’re using a cheap brush. 

FUT OR FUE ... which is better ??????

FUT or FUE .....which is better ?? 

It ls the one of the common question which comes in mind of every individual person who is looking for Hair Transplant. Another is what is Hair Transplant & how does it actually works ?

Lets discuss these common queries ...

Hair Transplant  is a surgical treatment to regrow hair on the bald area of the scalp by grafting donor hair. It involves taking hair follicles tissues from scalp area that is unaffected by hair loss pattern and is resistant to hormonal changes that causes hair loss. Those donor hair follicles tissues are then grafted on the bald scalp area to re-start the hair growth cycle. There are two methods used by surgeons for removing hair grafts — Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT).

FUT is suitable for:

• Patients who have large bald areas and prefer covering it in single sitting transplant surgery.

• Patients who aren’t bothered about cuts, stitches and are mentally prepared for long recovery process that may take several months.

FUE is suitable for:

• People who want faster recovery.

• People who are scared of cuts and stitches on the scalp, as this method doesn’t need any cutting or stitches.

FUT is a traditional and older technique used for hair transplant in which a thin strip of scalp cut from the area where hair loss is not in effect and has healthy hair growth. Then this cut strip of scalp is dissected into graft.

 On the other side FUE is a new technique in which a specialized hair follicle extraction machine is used to harvest follicular units/grafts from hair-bearing scalp area. This procedure is lot more precise and less painful. In fact patients doesn’t even feel any pain with local anesthetic effect.

Besides the technique used in FUT and FUE for taking donor hair tissues, rest of the hair grafting procedure is pretty much similar. Both the techniques requires cuts on the bald scalp areas by using extremely fine blades and needles. After these cuts and slits are made, donor hair grafts are inserted in the scalp area where hair loss has occurred.

Benefits of FUT Technique:

FUT method is generally suggested by the surgeons to patients who have large bald areas, because with FUT technique large areas can be covered a lot faster and require fewer sittings.

Benefits of FUE Technique:

Given the fact Follicular Unit Extraction method does not require surgery for taking strip of donor hair-bearing scalp, there is no need for making cuts and stitches in this technique, therefore it is a less painful.

No stitches and cuts means there won’t be linear scars, and this method also take less time time, which means the patients can go home next day and may even return to work.

Both FUT and FUE techniques require surgery for hair transplant, therefore it suggested to thoroughly consult with the surgeon about the advantages and disadvantages of both the methods before you pick one. Generally a hair transplant surgery takes several hours for the entire process of taking donor hair and grafting them on bald area, therefore it is important to schedule your work for the day accordingly and be prepared mentally for long procedure of surgery.

After Surgery Care

You must listen and understand the post hair transplant surgery instructions given by the surgeons to take care of hair grafts otherwise you have to face consequences. After surgery, for few days there will be some swelling on scalp and face, which is normal and fades away in few days. Your surgeon would describe your antibiotics, anti-inflammation medicines and painkillers for few days and he may also ask you to use Minoxidil or Finasteride as well.

Newly implanted hair grafts are applied with a liquid for nourishment for few days repeatedly. Grafted hair are washed with mild diluted shampoo with extreme care so that it doesn’t affect or disturb the grafts. These grafted hair naturally fall off in couple of weeks, and after that new hair growth cycle is started that can be seen on the scalp in 3-6 months. Particularly in FUT technique post surgery care for the scars is highly imperative to prevent infection. In this method sutures are removed in a week’s time.

People often do not know the fundamental difference difference between FUE & FUT & there is discussion among many which is the most effective method to get the best Hair Transplant results. But the Reality is both are effective & when combined together in the hands of an experienced Hair Transplant specialist it can give the most effective one time Hair Transplant Solution.
+Cosmoworld clinics offers best FUE hair transplant surgery in india at affordable price by internationally certified doctors. Contact / Booking an appointment - 9643643731 / 9463636652

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT HUMAN HAIR

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT HUMAN HAIR

   

      A QUICK REVIEW

• It  is  normal  to  loose 40-100 hairs a day.

• Only 90% of your hair follicles are active at a time and the other 10% are in a rest phase.

• On average, the scalp contains 100,000  strands of hair i.e 1000 hairs per square inch.

• One strand of hair can carry a weight of 100 grams.

• A whole head of hair could support up to two tons.

• Hair is the second fastest growing tissue in human body with the first position being taken by bone marrow. 

• There are on an average , 100,000 to 1,50,000 strands of hair on a human head.

• Hair elasticity is greater for Asians than any other races in this entire world. Interestingly Asian hair grows faster compared to other races.

• Our body has insulating fat layers. The only place where the layer is absent is our head and thus our hair works as insulators.

• Hair contains information on what has been through your blood stream,including minerals and drugs.

• Hair is one of the most common types of forensic evidence. 

FORGET NOT THAT THE EARTH DELIGHTS TO FEEL YOUR BARE FEET AND THE WINDS LONG TO PLAY WITH YOUR HAIR.

Common Reasons for Hair Loss in Females

  

Common Reasons for Hair Loss in Females

A woman’s body goes through a lot of changes through her entire course of life. These changes can at times be a contributing factor in hair loss. But in order to treat this problem, we first need to figure out the root cause of it so that the apt treatment method can be suggested. We list 10 common reasons for hair loss in females.

#1 Bad hair etiquette

Excessive use of hairstyling tools like strengtheners and curling iron or hair products like gels, mousse, sprays,colors, etc. can damage the hair shaft and prolonged usage can hamper its growth. Tight ponytails, wrong combs, parting your hair, can further aggravate the condition. 

#2 PCOS

In this condition, male hormones or androgen's are secreted in excess and they form small fluid-like sacs in the ovaries which are known as cysts. It is due to hormonal imbalances in your body which negatively affects your hair growth as well. While you may notice more hair growth on your body, it can trigger hair fall from your scalp. 

#3 Anemia

Anemia is a result of low iron intake in one’s diet. Many women may be anemic due to heavy menstruation or inadequate folic acid in their body. This results in low production of hemoglobin which means less oxygen to your organs. When oxygen does not reach your hair follicles, they tend to be weak and break easily. This results in hair fall.

#4 Menopause

A lot of changes take place in a woman’s body once she hits menopause and one of them can be hair fall. This is because estrogen hormone levels are low in the body. They can make the hair dry and also cause hair loss if due care isn’t taken. It is essential to use mild shampoos and condition your mane as well as eat right. 

#5 Labour

Many women experience hair fall after their delivery. This is because, during pregnancy, there is a peak in the hormone estrogen so you can expect a full head of hair. But once the baby is delivered, hormones go back to their normal phase which may result in hair falling out at once. But this is a temporary phase and hair growth returns to normal after a few weeks.

#6 Protein deficiency

Our hair is made of a protein called keratin. When we do not eat protein-rich foods, it depletes from our body making the hair brittle. This leads to weak strands which fall prematurely.

#7 Medications

Women who are on birth control pills can have side-effects like hair fall if they abruptly stop using them. Other hormonal pills and therapies can have a similar effect. Chemotherapy sessions also result in hair loss.

#8 Extreme weight loss

Crash dieting and losing a lot of weight suddenly or too quickly can adversely affect the growth of your hair. This is because, usually these diets deprive your body of essential nutrients or put a ban on eating certain food groups which then impact your hair growth.

#9 Medical illnesses like thyroid disease, autoimmune disease

Thyroid is responsible for secreting triiodothyronine and thyroxine hormones which are needed for proper growth and development of our body. When a person suffers from hypo or hyperthyroidism, there is excess or low secretion of these hormones which can lead to deficiencies if not treated on time. Hair loss is one of the complications due to various changes taking place in your body. In an autoimmune disease, our body creates antibodies against our own cells and tissues. They attack hair as well as other organs resulting in hair loss.

#10 Any acute or chronic medical conditions

Conditions like diabetes, thyroid are also responsible for loss of hair. Diabetes negatively affects the body’s circulatory system. This means that less amount of nutrients and oxygen reach the upper and the lower extremities of the body i.e. the feet and the scalp areas. If diabetes is causing poor blood circulation to the scalp, the hair follicles will die resulting in hair loss. 

While shedding of 60-100 strands every day is the norm, anything more than that over a period of time can cause hair loss. If you notice this, it is best to get yourself checked for any underlying condition which could be causing your hair fall.

MULTANI MITTI FOR HAIR GROWTH, LOSS AND DANDRUFF

MULTANI MITTI FOR HAIR GROWTH, LOSS AND DANDRUFF


Other than for skin care Multani Mitti is very beneficial for hair treatment and management of various hair conditions. This article breaks down the uses and benefits of Multani Mitti for hair loss, growth and straightening.

Uses and Benefits of Multani Mitti for Hair

This natural earth has the ability to remove deep set impurities without any side effects as derived from Urdu culture. It is an effective hair cleanser and also great for strengthening hair preventing hair loss and breakage.

Here are some of the benefits of multani mitti for hair;

§  Effectively absorbs oil from the hair and scalp

§  Used in preparation of various hair packs

§  Stimulates blood supply to the hair

§  Used as a hair mask to deep condition hair

§  Cleanses the scalp to remove toxins

§  Makes the hair radiant

§  Effective in managing dull damaged hair

Multani Mitti for Hair Growth

Multani mitti can be very drying if used alone. It is made in combination with other ingredients to make deep conditioning ingredients that leave your hair soft and manageable. It stimulates the scalp and strengthen hair roots making resulting in new hair growth.

To make a mask with multani mitti for hair growth

§  Two tablespoons of reetha powder

§  Two tablespoons of shikakai powder

§  Two tablespoons of multani mitti powder

§  Two tablespoons of amla powder

§  One cup water extracted from curry leaves

How to apply multani mitti for hair growth;

§  Mix all the powders in a bowl and squeeze the lemon into the mixture

§  Put a handful of curry leaves in the grinder and add some water to it.  After grinding it for a couple of minutes, filter the mixture and collect the water in a bowl

§  Mix it with the other ingredients and keep mixing it till it becomes a smooth paste

§  Apply it thoroughly on the scalp and on the hair and leave it for 1-2 hours

§  Rinse it with water and then use your regular shampoo and follow it with conditioner

Here is the reason why this is the best multani mitti mask for hair growth. The different ingredients used have special properties that help in strengthening hair and promoting hair growth.

§  Curry Leaves- are loaded with the goodness of Vitamin A, B, C and E. They help in reducing hair fall, promoting hair growth and also slow the process of premature graying of hair.

§  Lemon- It fights dandruff, strengthens hair roots, prevents hair loss and strengthens hair.  It also conditions the hair and makes it soft.

§  Amla- gives natural shine to the hair and gives nourishment from root to tip. It reduces hair fall and solves the problem of dandruff.

§  Multani Mitti- Treats dry hair and leaves it soft and healthy.  Also helps in removing excess oil from the scalp and prevents split ends too.

§  Reetha- It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.  Regular use of reetha makes hair softer and shiner.  It also helps in preventing dandruff and hair fall.

§  Shikakai- helps in detangling hair and makes it shiny.  It strengthens the roots and gives volume to hair.

Multani Mitti for Dandruff

Multnai mitti acts mild to treat dandruff. Dandruff is a common hair problem and is a cause of hair loss and damage.  To make hair mask with multani mitti to treat dandruff, these are the things you require;

§  6 table spoons of fenugreek seeds

§  4 table spoons of multani mitti clay

§  A table spoon of lemon juice

Procedure          

§  Soak fenugreek seeds in water for about 12hrs then grind the seeds in a blender.

§  To the ground seeds add the Multani mitti.

§  Add lemon juice to the mixture and mix all of them together to create a smooth paste.

§  Apply the paste on the hair scalp. Leave it for about 30 minutes to dry.

§  Wash it off and condition.

Note that; both lemon juice and Fenugreek (methi) seeds are very effective in treating or preventing dandruff.

Multani Mitti Hair Pack

The benefits of using multani mitti hair packs cannot be measured. A multani mitti hair pack effectively helps to get rid of split ends and oily hairs and absorbs oil from scalp and also helps to treat dandruff. Regular application of Multani mitti hair pack will give beautiful and healthy hairs.

Here are some of the benefits of multani mitti hair pack;

§  Multani mitti hair pack helps prevent split ends.

§  Fullers earth makes the hair strong, silky and with shine.

§  The packs can be used a home remedy for hair loss and growth.

§  Deeply Conditions oily, dry or normal hair leaving it soft and very manageable.

§  Removes excessive oil and toxins from scalp.

§  It can be used to treat or remove dandruff and other scalp conditions

§  The clay makes your hair dirt free without washing away the natural moisturizers

§  It helps facilitate blood circulation.

§  Regular application of multani mitti makes the hair radiant and beautiful.

§  The packs can be used to remove unwanted hair from your body.