Archive for April, 2008

Shiny hair is a sign of health because the layers of the cuticle lie flat and reflect light. When the scales of the cuticle lie flat they overlap tightly, so the inner layers are well protected from heat, sun, chlorine, and all the other hazards that can come from living in our environment. When hair..
Hair loss that is connected to pregnancy usually occurs after delivery. During pregnancy, an increased number of hairs go into the resting phase, which is part of the normal hair loss cycle. This condition is not serious enough to cause bald spots or permanent hair loss, and should begin to diminish within 3-4 months after..
Hair loss occurs when the diet is inadequate in the B vitamins – especially B6, biotin, inositol and folic acid; and the minerals magnesium, sulfur and zinc. The B vitamins, especially B5 (pantothenic acid and B3 (niacin), are especially important for hair growth. There are a variety of vitamins that influence the health of hair..
Dandruff is simply dry skin flakes from the skull, being released into the hair when brushed. The main symptoms appear when brushing the hair or scratching the scalp. Flakes of shiny skin fall on the eyebrows, shoulders, and clothes. Sometimes the flakes may appear thick, like lumps. The causes of Dandruff are varied, including improper..