Hair Loss: Best Treatment for Men and Women

Whether you are a man or a woman, excessive hair loss can be an issue that causes embarrassment, insecurity, or even distress. Whilst it is normal to lose hair, at a rate of up to around 100 hairs per day, excessive hair loss can be a sign of a medical condition. Some excessive hair loss can be permanent and other types can be temporary. There are some treatments that can be helpful, depending on the type of hair loss you are experiencing. Pearl Chemist has a number of natural hair care products available online for you to treat your hair loss.  

Common Causes of Hair Loss:
Genetics:  Hereditary male or female pattern hair loss (androgenic alopecia) happens in men and women. Regrowth is possibly, but more effective the earlier treatment is started.

Immune system issues: Alopecia areata is when the body’s immune system attacks the hair follicles. Some people lose eyelashes and eyebrows as well. Regrowth with treatment may be possible.

Medical conditions: Conditions such as psoriasis, hormonal imbalances (PCOS), thyroid conditions, STI’s, vitamin/mineral deficiencies, trichotillomania (compulsive hair pulling) and scarring alopecia are conditions that may lead to hair loss. Regrowth may be possible if the hair follicle is not damaged.

Medical treatments: Cancer treatment such as chemotherapy and some medications can lead to hair loss. 

Stress: Stress from traumatic events, childbirth or mental or physical illness can cause excessive hair loss. This generally abates when this stressor is over and regrowth can occur on its own.

What are some treatments for hair loss?
Most temporary hair loss doesn’t require treatment, but there are hair regrowth treatments available. Some of the best hair loss treatments are:

Medication:  Minoxidil (Rogaine) or finasteride (Propecia) are used to treat pattern baldness in men and women. Minoxidil can be bought without a prescription and comes in many forms such as foam or shampoos. Propecia is a prescription drug for men taken orally (a pill).  Other oral medications include spironolactone and dutasteride. 

Hair Transplant Surgery:  For the most common types of permanent hair loss, the top of the head is the most affected. In this case, restoration surgery - or hair transplant surgery may be the best option.

Pearl Chemist has a variety of hair regrowth options available for you to buy online.  We take the hassle out of shopping for you and will send it directly to your front door in London! Visit us online today.   www.pearlchemist.co.uk