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Hair has long been associated with beauty. Fairy tales, myths and legends depict the heroine as someone with beautiful locks. It is the importance attached to hair in ones mind and in society that causes so much distress and anxiety during hair loss.
Thinning hair is common, as you get older, even for women. But if you suffer from symptoms of Alopecia, hair loss can happen at any age – and the results can be emotionally devastating. At New Look Institute we have helped thousands of women suffering from this type of female pattern hair loss.
Alopecia is hair loss that can be caused by heredity, aging, disease, medications or lifestyle. In most cases, initial signs of Alopecia may include clumps of hair loss that fall out leaving smooth round patches of visible scalp. Other cases may produce significant hair thinning all over or brittle hair that breaks leaving only short stubs. As you can see from one of our earlier articles “New Year, New Hope for Alopecia Sufferers” there are studies being done on Alopecia.
When first diagnosed, it is common to go through shock and almost a grieving period. Because once you’ve had symptoms of Alopecia it’s with you every day. It isn’t life threatening – it’s not a systemic disease that makes you sick in a traditional way. But it has one of the highest “burdens of disease” because the emotional toll it takes is far greater than almost any other skin disease.
The challenges of hair solutions for women are different than the challenges of replacing men’s hair. At the New Look Institute we understand what women are experiencing and are providing them with stylish and undetectable non-surgical hair solutions to help restore their sense of well-being.
At the New Look Institute Hair Replacement Studio in San Jose we are proud of our industry-leading hair replacement and restoration programs and have designed exclusive methods custom suited to a woman’s unique lifestyle. We are proud to be the innovators of state-of-the-art hair solutions for Women, all without surgery, scarring or any discomfort.
At the New Look Institute we restore more than just hair. We also help restore self-confidence and self-esteem. We want you to look in the mirror and see yourself again!
Because seeing is believing, we invite you to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our highly trained, expert hair loss consultants ready to answer all of your questions and help you decide which of our Hair Loss treatments is right for you. Schedule your free hair analysis online or call 408-279-4247 today!
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Just ask award winning actress Selma Blair, giving birth is great... except for the hair loss! Postpartum hair loss is not uncommon, but is unsettling for many new mothers. Why is it happening and what can be done? Fortunately, there is no loss of resources and support, whether you are Hollywood royalty or not.
In November, Selma Blair, 39, spoke candidly about her experiences in losing her locks. “This is so not glamorous, but it’s true: I need to take longer showers so that I can collect the hair that falls out and throw it away so I don’t clog the drain. Why do actresses never talk about that?” she tells PEOPLE.
According to babymed.com "it is not uncommon for women to begin shedding hair (even in clumps) around 3-6 months after childbirth. While this scares many women into thinking they are balding, in reality it is a natural effect of the body’s hormones returning to normal levels after pregnancy. This change is unlikely to create actual baldness, though if the loss seems abnormal you should consult your doctor."
If you've got a bundle of hair loss.. or, rather, joy on the way and want to be prepared, New Look Institute is ready to assist. We're San Jose's most trusted hair restoration specialist and we are ready to "deliver" you good news. No matter what the reason, we have the solution to your hair loss problem. Schedule your free, confidential consultation today online or call 408-279-4247. You'll save $250 on our hair analysis if you book now.
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This Saturday, January 14th, the new Miss America will be crowned. While current Miss America, Teresa Scanlan, prepares to hand-over her crown, we're reminded of the moving story of another of the 2011 contestant: Kayla Martell. Miss Delaware 2010, Kayla was a Top 10 finalist in the 2011 Miss America Pageant--and she suffers from Alopecia Areata.
Both Miss America, Teresa Scanlan and runner-up Kayla Martell competed in last years competition wearing wigs. While this may not be the first or last time that has occurred during the 90-year run of the pageant, this time was a milestone. With all the glitz and glamour that normally surrounds the annual event, on this special occasion, reality took center stage. Until now, society has told us that beauty can ONLY mean perfect hair, teeth, weight and the list goes on. Kayla Martell showed us that beauty can mean much more. After all, she competed wigless in several bids for her Miss Delaware title.
What the consensus identifies as beautiful or even "normal" can definitely vary. However, feeling beautiful, handsome or normal in your own body is really the ultimate goal. Kayla Martell has been inspiring in that department, to say the least.
New Look Institute works closely with people like Kayla and people just like you to achieve a look that makes you confident and happy. Are you happy with the hair you have? Whether you are a man or woman experiencing accelerated hair loss or the first signs of thinning, there is a solution. There's never been a better time to find out how we can assist you! Save $250 now with a free hair analysis and complimentary consultation. Book online or call us at 408-279-4247 today.
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alopecia — n loss of hair, esp on the head; baldness
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With the onset of a new year, there is new hope for those suffering from alopecia! Through medical advances and renewed efforts to help find a cure through online forums like Alopecia World, 2012 may be a pivotal year for those in need.
In September major breakthroughs in the understanding of "the root of hair loss" were announced, which we were proud to present to our readers. Now, thanks to the proliferation of Social Networks, there is a grass-roots movement to bring attention to the need for more specific research and assistance. Those enduring varying degrees of alopecia also have more support than ever before, thanks to Twitter, Facebook and of course, New Look Institute.
While the medical community asserts that alopecia areata affects only 2% of the U.S. population, hair loss, in all its forms, has a much broader reach. Sima Hilde, president of New Look Institute, has spoken as an expert at international conferences regarding alopecia. She and the New Look Institute professionals offer compassionate and confidential solutions for those afflicted with alopecia. We welcome you to a free confutation to discuss your options and regain your confidence. Book now and save $250 with a free hair analysis! Call us at 408-279-4247.
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Is your New Years resolution to drop a few pounds about to affect your hair line? Before you cast out the carbohydrates and banish the bacon, read this carefully: Crash diets may lead to hair loss! As the name implies, "crash diets" shock the body. The human body is designed to react to shock by compensating in some way. If you suddenly deprive your body of essential nutrients, your body may not react kindly.
Crash dieting can deprive your body and hair of required daily nutrients, such as protein, vitamins B12 and B6, iron, vitamins A, C, E, and necessary electrolytes. Without these important nutrients in your blood stream feeding the ravenous hair follicles, hair strands may become fragile, look lifeless, and even fall out.
Hair loss associated with crash dieting is Telogen Effluvium. Your hair's growth cycle includes a prolonged growing phase, called anagen, and a much shorter resting phase named telogen. When the telogen phase of a follicle is completed, its hair strand falls out and a new one begins to grow. All of the details of this process can be found in this original blog post by our Transitions International Partner, MHN Hair Restoration. Click here to read "If You Crash Diet Now, You May Have Hair Loss Later".
As we've discussed before, inadequate nutrition is one of the main factors in hair loss. The best bet is to avoid crash dieting. That includes diets that focus on one food, such as cabbage, or banana diets. Weight loss from crash dieting is seldom long lasting, anyway. It is best to plan ahead and choose a sensible diet. If you have only a few days to lose pounds for an event, you are better off wearing a suit or dress that already fits, than to shock your follicles into going on strike.
Whatever your New Years Resolution may be, New Look Institute would like to wish you a year of happiness, health and prosperity. If 2012 has you questioning the reasons for your hair loss, you know where to find help. Don't let another year slip by without taking action, schedule your free consultation online today and save $250! If you prefer call anytime at 408-279-4247.
