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		<title>Did You Know This About Women&#8217;s Hair Loss?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 07:36:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Just as many women suffer from hair loss embarrassment as men. In fact, there are more things that have an effect on women's hair loss than there are that affect whether or not a man loses his hair. So why is this true for women? Are there any effective preventive measures women can take? With so much time and energy being spent on coming up with ways for men to keep or regrow the hair that they have lost does it surprise you to learn just how many women (hundreds of thousands) suffer from hair loss as well? Read this article to find out why so many women suffer from hair loss problems.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Just as many women suffer from hair loss embarrassment as men. In fact, there are more things that have an effect on women&#8217;s hair loss than there are that affect whether or not a man loses his hair. So why is this true for women? Are there any effective preventive measures women can take? With so much time and energy being spent on coming up with ways for men to keep or regrow the hair that they have lost does it surprise you to learn just how many women (hundreds of thousands) suffer from hair loss as well? Read this article to find out why so many women suffer from hair loss problems.</p>
<p>As you know, the condition in men is called male pattern baldness. And women have the same condition, and it&#8217;s called female pattern baldness. It&#8217;s not same as androgenic alopecia, but it&#8217;s similar to it. The thing about women is that the pattern that the hair is lost is different. What normally occurs in men is the hair loss first appears in certain, usual locations, and then it slowly branches out from that spot. In women, they tend to thin out all over the scalp starting at the top.</p>
<p>For men, the genetic condition of hair loss is referred to as male pattern baldness. Female pattern hair loss is the equivalent condition that occurs in women. It&#8217;s similar to androgenic alopecia, but it&#8217;s different for women. For women, the main difference is pattern of hair loss. What usually happens in men is that the hair loss occurs in certain locations, and then it spreads out from there. Women begin to thin at the crown, and all over the top, and it gets thinner.</p>
<p>The pattern seems to be that there isn&#8217;t really a discernable pattern. There&#8217;s another condition that can produce hair loss and that is anemia. Lots of women face at least mild anemia because of their biological cycles. This is why women&#8217;s vitamins will often contain enough iron to help them exceed their daily recommended intake of the iron. Iron deficiency is usually something that can be counteracted with diet and exercise and lifestyle choices. Before you try to correct your iron deficiency on your own, you should talk to your doctor. A blood test is the only way that anemia can be positively diagnosed. Some people have it so severely that they need to treat it with medication. The recommended course of action is to seek professional medical help.</p>
<p>Menopause has the distinction of causing hair loss in a huge majority of cases with women. There are numerous changes that occur when menopause hits, and hair loss is among them. It&#8217;s quite common for an increase in the amount of hair loss in post-menopause than any other time. This is because her estrogen levels drop and her hormones go out of whack. But unfortunately, a woman&#8217;s hair cannot be made to replace what has been lost through hormonal replacement therapy. There could be other options that you may be interested in, so speak with your family doctor.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s obvious that women&#8217;s hair loss does not garner the equivalent amount of public attention than men&#8217;s hair loss. We have no idea as to why this happens. However it is probably true that women are much more embarrassed about this and may not seek help with it. We can only hope that this will change in time. Research, time, and public awareness will hopefully shed more light on this area.</p>
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		<title>Some Facts One Must Know About Hair Growth Products</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2011 07:37:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is nothing more frustrating than hair that will not grow to the desired length and stay there, but that is nothing hair growth products cant take care of for you. Hair should be seen, not heard. Your mane is very important to your whole image.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is nothing more frustrating than hair that will not grow to the desired length and stay there, but that is nothing hair growth products cant take care of for you. Hair should be seen, not heard. Your mane is very important to your whole image.</p>
<p>There are many things in the world that have changed and are no longer what they used to be. Not the whole hair issue. If locks went hand in hand with status back in the day locks and style are virtually inseparable entities these days.</p>
<p>Your personal tastes and preferences, and much more, can be defined by your locks. Women and men all have issues when it comes to their tresses, especially the loss thereof. There are rewards to be reaped by both sexes from using a variety of growth products.</p>
<p>Healthy, clean locks will make you the envy of many. It is caring for it and preventing loss that is not very easy to manage. People have lost money and still suffered considerably trying to blow longevity into their follicles.</p>
<p>Growing your follicles can be a cause of pain and frustration if you don&#8217;t go about it the right way. There are hundreds of different products in the world. Not all of them will give you the best possible results.</p>
<p>There are dangers involved where using products to increase your volume and precautions should always be taken. The scalp is a very sensitive organ of the body. Using the wrong product to grow your locks can bring about burns and injuries.</p>
<p>The qualities and traits of any two peoples locks will not be same. Shedding thereof also happens differently. Shedding is basically unpreventable and how you care for it and what you use on it will always be critical.</p>
<p>Alopecia, which is natural shedding is caused by many different things and happens differently to men and women. Men naturally start to bald when they lose theirs, women lose their hairline as well on other parts of the head. Shedding is a disaster that can be kept under control, even stifled.</p>
<p>Hair is not inanimate and requires rich nutrition to blossom. It grows all the way down from the roots and that is how far deep the product must reach to initiate the process. Get the best hair growth products and see how the new you blooms.</p>
<p>Start now, and go for it. <a target='_blank' href="http://www.hairgrowthtreatment101.org/hair-growth-products">hair growth tips</a> You get all the information you ever want. There are several solutions for a problem or a need, but look always for the best.</p>
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		<title>Brazilian Hair Product Nunaat Acai and Keratin Moisturizing Shampoo 10.1oz</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Product DescriptionThe Acai and Keratin Moisturizing Shampoo has been developed for hair requiring special care.The formulation includes antioxidant and nourishing action,helping hair regeneration and promoting moisturizing,emolliency and softness&#8230;. More &#62;&#62; Brazilian Hair Product Nunaat Acai and Keratin Moisturizing Shampoo 10.1oz]]></description>
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		<title>Alterna &#8211; Caviar Anti-Aging Working Hair Spray 15.5 oz.</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Product DescriptionAlterna&#8217;s Age-free Protectant Working Hair Spray completes Alterna&#8217;s anti-aging hair Regimen for the ultimate in shaping, styling and finishing. Available size: 15.5 oz&#8230;. More &#62;&#62; Alterna &#8211; Caviar Anti-Aging Working Hair Spray 15.5 oz.]]></description>
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		<title>How to Have Fabulous Looking Skin and Hair</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Product DescriptionIf you suffer from dry skin on any part of your body, you should consider trying a skin treatment that contains Retinol. This form of Vitamin A is known to increase the natural moisture in your skin. Look for products which contain at least 8% Retinol for the best effects&#8230;. More &#62;&#62; How to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>How Can You Make A Trendy Hairstyle In 5 Minutes?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 07:05:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We all know that the mornings can be a bit of a rush but if you want a sleek hairstyle to compliment your appearance for the day then read on. You know what happens when you rush something that you dont really have the time for dont you ? Things tend to go wrong. There may be several factors at work here stopping you getting it done quickly and, no matter how hard you try everything seems to be against you.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Erica Mate</div>
<p>We all know that the mornings can be a bit of a rush but if you want a sleek hairstyle to compliment your appearance for the day then read on. You know what happens when you rush something that you dont really have the time for dont you ? Things tend to go wrong. There may be several factors at work here stopping you getting it done quickly and, no matter how hard you try everything seems to be against you.</p>
<p>In fact, often, the harder you try, the harder it seems to be. This is a fact of life I suppose. Its hard enough just to think creatively first thing in the morning isnt it ? However you need to think about your look for the day. A good hairstyle is an important part of your overall appearance and you want to look good, dont you ?</p>
<p>You dont want to be less productive and even grumpy because something is bugging you. For example your hair So it is very important to spend some time on it.</p>
<p>So you do need to spend some time on yourself. But what if you just dont have the time ? You have to feed the dog, the children, take out the rubbish and all that kind of everyday stuff before you can even begin to think about yourself.</p>
<p>Well, if you know what to do with your hair and how to get it into shape fast you need not worry. So what do we need to know and do? First of all, if you are short of time you just cant do your normal full wash and blow-dry process. If you have long hair especially, then this is not an option.</p>
<p>You do not need to give up the whole idea though, you can wash your hair but only until the hair is half dried shampoo from your hair completely or drying your hair completely, try washing hair and blow-drying it until the hair is still only half dried, then add a sprit of a frizz control product (for example Schwarzkopf frizz control) (for curly hair) or some styling gel(Shwarzkopf mess up) Run it through your hair with your fingers. By now your hair should be looking messy and big, but thats exactly how you want it to look, because now that you have the right body and the product control in place</p>
<p>A small tip that could reduce the blow drying time: invest in a professional hairdryer &#8211; salon dryers are 3200 watt, and most consumer models are 1800 watt, so youll be able to style your hair in half the time</p>
<p>Once this is done you can pin up your hair however you want it, leaving some dangling around the face and neck. For straight hair or fine hair just pin it loosely but so that it doesnt undo itself. For a ponytail part it to one side and bring down closer to your forehead letting it fall naturally.</p>
<p>Another idea which will save tons of time in the morning is of course to get a short-cropped hairstyle or one that can be easily, with a little styling product, sculpted into a well defined shape. This can be spiked up or smoothed over or whatever, and can even be varied from day to day without too much bother.</p>
<p>One last tip though. You need to avoid over-working the hair or you will reduce volume. Most styles can be done quickly and effectively with a vented brush or even just your fingers. You do not need to spend a lot of time on this. Decide that your hair doesnt need to look the same every day and keep it interesting.</p>
<p>Till your next trendy article, Erica www.cutwalk.eu</p>
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<div class='links'>Author: Erica Mate is an experienced hairdresser in East London. She can help you to obtain the most out of your hair. Make sure you visit her <a href="http://www.hairdresserseastlondon.net" class="broken_link">blog</a> to obtain her free reports <a href="http://sexyhairsecrets.weebly.com/">Secrets of a Sexy Hair</a> and <a href="http://5fatalhairmistakes.weebly.com/">5 Fatal Hair Mistakes</a>.</div>
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		<title>Pulling Out Eyelashes &#8211; Why Do I Do It?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pulling out eyelashes can seem strange, making you think you're the only one that does it. However, this is probably more common than you might think. It's simply a symptom of a condition known as trichotillomania - this is what causes you to pull out hair from any area of the body, including eyelashes.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Jane Thisk</div>
<p>Pulling out eyelashes can seem strange, making you think you&#8217;re the only one that does it. However, this is probably more common than you might think. It&#8217;s simply a symptom of a condition known as trichotillomania &#8211; this is what causes you to pull out hair from any area of the body, including eyelashes.</p>
<p>Just about anyone can develop this hair pulling habit. It&#8217;s common to pull out hair from the scalp, but just about any area, including eyelashes, can be affected.</p>
<p>Symptoms of Eyelash Pulling</p>
<p>The results of this condition are often more emotional than they are physical. This means that you might start to see bald spots where you pull out too many hairs. This is true for any area of the body, whether this is the eyelashes or on the head.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re finding that eyelash pulling is getting bad then there are ways in which you can try to cover up, including the use of makeup and false eyelashes. However, you can also try a number of treatment options.</p>
<p>Treatment for Eyelash Pulling</p>
<p>There are many different treatments for pulling out eyelashes, and for trichotillomania in general:</p>
<p>Making sure that your hands are always kept busy, putting something like Vaseline on your eyelashes to make them harder to pull out, using relaxation techniques, taking medication and getting psychotherapy.</p>
<p>If you visit your doctor about this problem don&#8217;t feel down if they haven&#8217;t heard of it. Unfortunately, though millions suffer with the condition, doctors are not always aware of it. They may misdiagnose the condition, which is why it&#8217;s important to take your own measures to understand it &#8211; and the internet is a great way of doing so.</p>
<p>Getting Support</p>
<p>Pulling out eyelashes might not be easy to stop, but people usually find that they can come up with their own ways of dealing with the problem. No one cure will work for absolutely everyone, so you may need to try a number of techniques.</p>
<p>A great place to start is to chat to people online who also have trichotillomania. It might be hard at first, but over time you will find it a great comfort to talk to people who really understand what you are going through.</p>
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<div class='links'>I&#8217;ve been pulling my hair out since the age of 10 and am now in my twenties. After time, I found that a way for me to deal with it was to blog about <a href="http://ontrich.com/">pulling out hair</a>, trying to raise awareness, exploring the different things that <a href="http://ontrich.com/does-meditation-help-trichotillomania.html">help trichotillomania</a>, and chatting with other people as I go.</div>
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		<title>How To Enjoy Relaxed Hair Care</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are two kinds of hair looks that turn heads the fastest " the bad hair day look and the relaxed hair look.  Most people have heard the bad-hair-day greeting, whether its directed at them or someone else in the office.  Looks like you're having a bad hair day there, Bob!, someone will say in jest.  Its not a compliment, but usually its used as a term of endearment.   And then there are those people, who'll get the comment, I like what you did to your hair today!, and that's definitely intended as a compliment.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic;' class='byline'>by Patsy Chong</div>
<p>There are two kinds of hair looks that turn heads the fastest &#8221; the bad hair day look and the relaxed hair look.  Most people have heard the bad-hair-day greeting, whether its directed at them or someone else in the office.  Looks like you&#8217;re having a bad hair day there, Bob!, someone will say in jest.  Its not a compliment, but usually its used as a term of endearment.   And then there are those people, who&#8217;ll get the comment, I like what you did to your hair today!, and that&#8217;s definitely intended as a compliment.</p>
<p>Whether you have a sassy blond hairstyle, striking red head, or deep, deep black mane of hair, regardless of the colour, people only really notice when its healthy and shiny, and that&#8217;s the relaxed hair look.</p>
<p>How do you get your hair to look so healthy, shiny and smooth?  There is a chemical that you can put on your hair, called a relaxer, but you do want to be careful that it doesn&#8217;t have a reverse effect.  </p>
<p>Before applying your hair relaxer, speak to a professional stylist about which hair relaxer to use.   If you use the wrong one for your hair, you&#8217;ll end up with hair breakage or weak and lifeless hair.</p>
<p>Here are a few pointers to keep in mind:</p>
<p>1:Apply some pre-conditioner on your hair so that it protects your hair.</p>
<p>2:Up your protein content. Relaxers reduce the protein content in your hair so you want to get the protein from a healthy diet, which might include green vegetables and soybeans.   </p>
<p>3:Wash your relaxed hair two or more times a week. Relaxing robs your hair of the natural moisturizers, and washing your hair adds moisture to your hair.  You&#8217;ll also want to deep condition your hair at least twice a month. </p>
<p>4:Stay away from the blow dryer. Exposure to heat dries and damages your hair.  Let your hair air dry, and don&#8217;t rub it with a towel either.  </p>
<p>5:Stay away from the hair dyes. If you must colour your relaxed hair, use only semi permanent hair dyes.  Permanent hair colour contains peroxide which damages your hair. </p>
<p>You can also have some fun with your hair care.  For example, using a satin pillow might seem like a luxury but it will help prevent breakage.  And then you can also wrap a scarf around your head before sleeping.</p>
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