Individuals with above-average hair loss experience a shorter growth phase and a longer resting phase than normal. When the resting phase lasts too long, the papilla or hair root shrinks and is incapable of producing a normal hair. At this point, when and if the hair does re-grow, the hair is thinner and grows more slowly on certain areas of the head usually associated with pattern baldness.
Up to 50 percent of hair loss in a given area has already occurred before it becomes obvious. In other words, you may lose half of your hair without [...]

There are many reasons for hair loss and, while researchers have identified many causes, there is still much that is unknown about hair loss. Some of the reasons identified include hormones, stress, medications and aging.
Primary Reasons for Hair Loss
1. Genetics are the reason for over 90 percent of hair loss in patients
2. Male hormones (DHT is common – especially in men)
3. Age
4. Other hormonal changes
5. Stress
6. Drugs
7. Diet

Why is Hair Loss Prevention so Important?
Hair loss or baldness is an important part of an individual’s appearance in our image orientated society. When you meet someone for the first time, the first thing he notices about you is your hair. Public figures, such as politicians, actors and actresses, spend a lot of time each day “doing” their hair because they understand the importance society places on appearance and youthful image.
Baldness connotes unattractiveness, physical weakness and old age in our image driven society. How often does Hollywood cast a bald man or women as the [...]