A New Drug Could Make Baldness a Thing of the Past

A new study suggests that hair loss and balding may be a thing of the past, and two new wonder drugs could be on the horizon.

Leah Groth
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The 12 Best Foods for Healthy Hair

Who doesn’t want thick, shiny, bouncy hair? While we are typically concerned with the aesthetic look of our manes, the state of our hair can be an indication of overall health. Hair serves a biological purpose. Like our skin, hair helps to regulate body temperature and keep our heads warm.

Tracy O'Connor
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What Causes White Hair at a Young Age?

The most common cause of white, gray or silver hair is thought to be genetics, but sometimes this change is related to a health problem.

Cynthia Myers
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What Causes Hair to Fall Out of a Beard?

It's normal to see whiskers fall out when you wash or comb your beard. But there are some reasons you may lose an abnormal amount of whiskers.

Rob Callahan
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What Would Be Some Reasons for My Hair Falling Out in Clumps?

Abnormal or excessive hair loss, also called alopecia, can may be caused by a variety of conditions or stressors, and this loss may be temporary or permanent.

Nicole Etolen
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Why Does My Hair Fall Out When I Wash It?

While washing the hair is sometimes blamed for excessive hair loss, the process of washing the hair simply aids in the shedding of already-loose hair strands.

Kathy Mayse
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Why Is My Hair Falling Out Every Time I Run My Fingers Through It?

Hair loss from running your fingers through your hair, while concerning, is often an expected phase in the life cycle of hair.

Suzanne S. Wiley
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Medical Reasons for Eyebrow Loss

Eyebrow loss can occur as a result of many medical and dermatological conditions and can also be a side effect of chemotherapy or other medications.

Dr. Tina M. St. John
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About Receding Hairlines in Women

Thinning hair is not only unsightly, but is an embarrassing blow to a person's self-esteem. While this condition is more common in men, it also occurs in women. In fact, hormonal changes, genetics, aging and other conditions cause women to lose their hair.

Leigh Ann Morgan
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Scalp Exercises to Reduce Hair Loss

Scalp exercises to reduce hair loss provide natural, holistic ways to improve your hair health while encouraging hair growth. Exercises do not require expensive equipment or doctor visits. Exercises range from stimulating the entire scalp with one movement to concentrating on individual sections at one time.

Crystal Welch
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Scalp Conditions That Cause Hair Loss

Hair loss can be caused by a number of factors, including hereditary thinning, medical conditions, prescription drugs, psychiatric disorders and over-processing of the hair. Some of the medical conditions that lead to hair loss directly affect the skin of the scalp.

Leigh A. Zaykoski
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Can Food Make Hair Thicker?

Two factors determine hair thickness: the thickness of the hair follicles and the number of hair follicles on the scalp. While genetics play a role in hair thickness, the foods you eat also impact the number and size of the hair follicles on your scalp.

Leigh Ann Morgan
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