Premature graying of hair (PGH) is defined as graying of hair before the age of 20 years in Caucasians and before 30 years in African American population. It can severely affect the self-esteem of an individual. The exact etiopathogenetic remains unknown, although it has been associated with premature aging disorders, atopy, and autoimmune diseases. Patients, who present with… Read More »
After all that mess with parabens and sulphates, our hair just wants something it can trust. We’re used to heat styling; curling, straightening, blow drying and the numerous products we put into our hair! Never forget the mousse, dry shampoo, hairspray etc. Of course, this damages our hair! How could it not? We then turn to things a… Read More »
The answer lies in a chemical called melanin. The root of every hair strand under the scalp is surrounded by a tube off hair tissue called hair follicle which contains pigment cells. These pigment cells produce the chemical called melanin that gives the hair stand its colour – black, brown, blonde, red et al. When a person grows… Read More »
If you are suffering from hair loss, you may have looked at products which contain certain oils that claim to help fight it. In this guide, we look at some of the most popular oils and explain whether you should incorporate them into your hair care routine. Coconut oil Castor oil Olive oil Argan oil Essential oils Pumpkin… Read More »
Hirsute (HOER-soot-iz-um) is a condition in women that results in excessive growth of dark or coarse hair in a male-like pattern — face, chest and back. With hirsutism, extra hair growth often arises from excess male hormones (androgens), primarily testosterone. Self-care methods and effective treatment options are available for women who wish to treat hirsutism. Symptoms Hirsutism is… Read More »
Your hair is said to be your crowning glory, and it’s normal to want to improve your hair if it’s not to your satisfaction. If you’re trying to regrow hair that you’ve lost or would simply like to improve the hair that you have, try some of these natural remedies. Their proven benefits can help to stimulate growth… Read More »
Your hair is said to be your crowning glory, and it’s normal to want to improve your hair if it’s not to your satisfaction. If you’re trying to regrow hair that you’ve lost or would simply like to improve the hair that you have, try some of these natural remedies. Their proven benefits can help to stimulate growth… Read More »
A long and stressful day is common in today’s busy lifestyle. When stress adds up, your body wears down and sends signals by displaying fine lines, wrinkles, and ugly unexpected spots. Thankfully, massage oils come to your rescue here. Not only is a massage therapeutic, but it also gives you a ton of health benefits. From loosening up… Read More »
I’m no stranger to feeling stuck in life. I’ve trained with some of the best coaches on the planet during my 20-year sports career, and again when I competed in the 2008 Olympics. But when I wanted to start my own company, to share my knowledge about motivational psychology and training with others, it wasn’t as easy as I’d… Read More »
Basil seeds aren’t just for growing basil plants you can also eat them. They look similar to sesame seeds but are black. The type that you eat typically comes from sweet basil, Ocimum basilicum, which is the plant commonly used to season foods. For this reason, the seeds are typically referred to as sweet basil seeds. They also go by… Read More »