juju's Natural Tips For Thinnning Hair

   This eco-diva would be a millionaire if I had a nickel for every time I'm asked if it's normal to have thinning hair?  "Does it look thin?" "What do you think?" "Is this normal?" "Have you seen this before?" "Does it look thinner than last time you cut my hair?" 

The questions are all the same, asked by women, usually over the age of 30 or 35, who are all wondering, what happened to their once-thick mane?  Often, hair loss can be hormonally related, i.e. women who underwent childbirth (20-45%), or by underlying health problems like diabetes, lupus or hyper-thyroidism.  Sometimes a stressful period in one's life can affect hair growth and loss. As can prescription drugs, nutritional deficiencies and plain old genetics. Female patterned balding goes around the whole top of the head -- it's diffuse -- and it's not flattering!

Here's what I advise: 

1. Get to the root of the problem.  Go see a reputable dermatologist. Go see your doctor. Get blood tests done.  Have a pull test done!  You need to rule out any serious underlying medical condition.  At this point, weigh all of the information you're receiving from your doctor before committing to any kind of prescription hair-growth regime.

2. Incorporate Scalp Manipulation daily.  Your scalp and hair follicles need good blood circulation for optimal hair growth.  Learn to gently massage your entire scalp, with a good organic scalp and hair oil - try Morocco Method's Euro Oil or Aromabliss's Vamakesi Oil.

3. Rid your bath of any shampoo or conditioner that contains sodium lauryl sulfates.  Research has proven a link between SLS's and hair loss. We all know that SLSs cause the suds in soaps.  SLSs are caustic cleaners - excellent for degreasing a car engine but capable of corroding our hair follicles! SLSs also can impair the ability to grow hair. Word to the wise: Never buy or use a shampoo or conditioner that contains SLSs.

4. Take a good quality Omega-3 supplement daily.  Omega-3's are known to play a vital role in hair health. As are iron and B-12.  Try Nordic Natural's Omega Radiance for Optimum Skin and Hair Health.

5. Consider taking the Demodex Folliculorum information out there seriously.  What? Never heard of these microscopic mites?  Chances are, you may have them.  As our age and sebum levels increase, the mite infestation increases.  The folks at Nioxin have taken the relationship between Demodex infestation and hair loss very seriously. But I'm not a fan of Nioxin or any other products of that ilk.  Sea Buckthorn Oil, however, is known to wipe out this mite. My advice:  How about an organic shampoo filled with Sea Buckthorn Oil from Sevi! The best and a top seller at our salon!

Tell me what works for you!  Give these hints a try and enjoy the scalp massage!

Comments

[P. Rov]

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[Brooke Petry]

Start your day with a brisk rub of the kidneys! Chinese medicine suggests that all of our vitality
( including the growth,appearance, and health of our head hair) is rooted in the qi of the kidneys. Rub your lower back and kidney area with your knuckles in the morning, and throughout the day when you feel sluggish- you'll feel and look better for it! By the way, I am obsessed with the Sevi Sea Buckthorn shampoo and conditioner AND the Omega-3's from Nordic Naturals...

[Delia Marly - Make Your Hair Grow]

Thanks for all the info I may try one of this thing and see if it works with my thinning hair which become a problem for so long now.

[Jean]

Excellent points. I would also like to add the importance of getting a nutritional assessment. I experienced unexpected hair loss several years ago. I never had any hereditary concerns. After evaluating my diet and making changes in what I was eating and how I was eating, I began to see consistent hair growth and a much fuller head of hair. I wholeheartedly agree with the recommendation of Omega-3's and iron rich foods. Levels of copper in the body also need to be closely evaluated as too little copper may cause hair loss. To learn more please visit http://www.hairlosssupplement.org

[Hair Care tips]

Wonderful pointers.. It's been useful and i also agree with the food we take affects our hair theory..
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[dermatology emr]

Thanks for posting such nice practical tips and health solutions.Such a great information to share with.

[Provillus]

Absolutely great post! These kind of step by step directions are exactly what I was looking for.

[Victoria]

Thanks for this, Julie. After today's invigorating scalp rub, all your fabulous products and advice, I'm also returning to my daily Nordic Omega-3 capsule.... xo

[juju Julie]

Thank you all for your feedback. This is such an important and timely subject, as I was just consulting with a client about her recent hair loss experience. I will re-address this issue in a near future blog. Keep following! Lots of love, good health and peace, Julie.

[Natural Hair Loss Treatment]

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[grow hair faster]

Important to eat healthy foods and ensure your body getting vitamins and minerals that needs. Often times body show poor health in hair follicles and finger nails before and actual illness detected. While it important to get enough of right nutrients, it just as important not to get too much of one type of vitamin.

[Scalpmed]

Thank you for these tips. I actually didn't know about most of them and will be putting them into practice as soon as possible.

[supra youth]

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