Frequently Asked Questions
A. Genetics or heredity. Hormonal changes such as pregnancy or menopause, etc; medical conditions like lupus, diabetes, thyroid disease are a few examples. Poor diet, stress, side effects of a medical treatment.
A. All hair has a life cycle of growth (2-6 years) , transition, and resting. 10-15% of hair over a 5–6-week period is in a shedding phase. Finally, the new hair begins to come in.
A. 80 -100 hairs a day or 500-700 a week.
A. Yes, Read the side effects of your medication to be sure.
A. Almost everyone who has a pregnancy/birth will experience a degree of hair loss even up to a year after.
A. If losing more than 100 hairs a day or noticing spots, patchiness, or large clumps of hair coming out. Also, if the scalp is severely irritated, itchy and scaley.
A. Yes, Vitamins for hair, Biotin, B complex, Vitamin D3 and K2 are a few.
A. Yes. Many products on the market are formulated with Saw Palmetto, Red clover, green tea, Aloe leaf juice, Grape seed extract Brahmi, and Lavendar to name a few.
A. Yes, low level Laser Light Therapy helps to stop hair shedding. It also stimulates blood circulation thereby bringing nutrients to the hair follicle. It is used for wound healing stimulating cellular production.
A. Cleansing your scalp from oil, sebum and DHT, build up will encourage and allow for growth while a clogged follicle will prevent or retard growth.
A. Products can build up on the scalp, clogging follicles if not cleansed regularly.
A. Absolutely! They will strengthen what you already have as well as stimulate growth in a follicle where the hair is miniaturized. But be patient, Growth can take a while. No treatment can restore hair follicles that are dead or scarred.
A. Toppers can add volume and fullness to the top of your head. They are best used in the early stages of hair loss. They can be used to blend into longer hair or completely cover shorter hair.
A. Yes especially if they are color matched and professionally cut in to your hair style. Human Hair is best for this.
A. When you no longer have natural hair to clip or attach to. Bonding may or may not be an option.
A. Hair extensions can instantly give you length and volume to healthy hair. They are not recommended for fragile or damaged hair.
A. First know the difference between them. There are many types of synthetic as well as a variety of Human Hair systems available. As a guide, I often ask if the system is needed for a temporary situation or a long-term solution. Also are you able to style your hair? Human Hair wigs require hairstyling just like your own hair. Synthetic wigs are ready to always wear. If you are working with a budget, you will want to know that Human Hair is always more expensive. However in the long run high quality human hair such as Virgin European is worth it.
A. Absolutely! Replacing what nature has taken away can take years off of your appearance.
A. With the new technology, we can create nice, natural hairlines, and when purchasing, you must consider color, density, lifestyle ,and attachment method.
A. We suggest every 4 to 6 weeks depending on attachment, and scalp condition.
A. During a consultation, look for someone who communicates and understands You completely. Your lifestyle, medical conditions and history with hair loss.
A. Bringing a picture of a hairstyle from a magazine is a plus.
A. With proper care, using the proper products suggested, and regular service appointments, ( 4 to 6 week visits) there’s very strong possibility it can last a year.
Keeping in mind the quality of the hair you choose will make a difference.
A. As in all the many types of hair replacement, if done correctly by an experienced expert, it should not cause hair loss. However, when there is long term damage from this tension it may result in permanent hair loss.