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hair loss
MEN
EXPERIENCE SOME KIND
OF HAIR LOSS IN
THEIR LIFETIME
AHS CLIENTS
ARE BELOW THE AGE OF 40
Although a common concern, hair loss is a harsh reality to accept and live with. What’s more disheartening, is the fact that it alters one’s appearances leading to drastic effects on one's self-esteem and confidence.
A bald and a bitter truth - about half of the population has experienced some sort of hair loss issue before their 50th birthday. No wonder the number of people losing hair today has been increasing but, surprisingly the age group of people suffering from the same hair loss problem is getting younger by the day.
From the 1970s to the early 1990s, 33% of men and 6-7% of women were losing hair. Moreover, 75% of people visiting Advanced Hair Studio for hair loss treatments, across the globe were aged between 40 and 60.
Cut to the present time. Numbers stand at 70% for men and 40% for women, with 80% of clients aged between 20 and 40 who need hair loss solutions or some kind of hair fall treatment. The following snapshots highlight the psychological impact and causes of hair loss.
Hair loss treatment questions
The percentage of male population expecting some kind of hair loss in their lifetime.
The percentage of the male population in UAE expecting to experience hair loss as compared to the average global figure.
Two out of 3 men in the region are suffering from hair loss, including nearly every other man under 30
These men described themselves as
negatively impacted by hair loss.
Responsible Causes*
*each individual might be affected with more than one cause.
Source: YouGov
Hair loss treatments and facts-do you know
Whether we like it or not, study has shown that there is an unconscious association between loss of hair, loss of youth, and inevitable aging. These factors result in a psychological impact which are interlinked with each other.
Source: eMedExpert
who we are
“In the 1970s, having established Advanced Hair Studio as one of the largest hair restoration companies in the USA, I returned to my native Australia to develop more effective procedures of hair replacement and restoration – because ‘I knew there had to be a better way.” – Carl A. Howell, Chairman
Advanced Hair Studio was established in Florida, the United States in the 1970’s to provide the world with best solutions for hair loss.
Within three years, the company grew beyond recognition to approximately 35 studios and now after more than 47 years, we’ve become the world’s largest hair replacement & hair regrowth company providing hair loss treatments and hair fall solutions for any type and stage of hair loss.
This all has lead us to grow into the world’s largest hair restoration company, with approximately 300 studios and alliances, leading hair loss treatment company around the globe, covering the entire Western Europe, Middle East, Far East, South Africa, India, and Australia region.
With our 4 unique and patented procedures under one roof along with a range of advanced hair care products, we provide a wide range of services for hair loss treatments for people in any stage of hair loss. We have successfully treated countless numbers and various types of hair loss conditions.
Accordingly, the before and after results speak for the said on behalf of our clients. Also, the various testimonials that we constantly receive, demonstrate the effectiveness of hair loss treatments and procedures we provide at Advanced Hair Studio, something which we expertise at.
We are continuously striving to invent new and enhanced hair regrowth treatments and hair loss therapies to provide our clients with innovative, best in industry procedures. In fact, more than 1,000,000 men and women have been successfully treated by us in our many studios, including more than 10,000 celebrities from Hollywood, Bollywood, sports legends like Jérémie Aliadière, John ‘Jack’ Anthony, Shane Warne, Graham Gooch, and Austin Healey.
Advanced Hair Studio prides itself as an innovator and market leader in hair retention and replacement treatments. And, without our proven hair loss treatments and procedures which have shown exceptional success with regards to end results, there is no way we could have been to the place where we are today.
People around the world have benefited from the quality advice and services that we provide and also from the most advanced and unique procedures that prove our expertise.
HAIR LOSS GLOSSARY
Alopecia:
Alopecia comes in many different forms. Alopecia may be localized to the front and top of the head (as in common male and female pattern baldness) or it may be patchy – a condition described as alopecia areata. If alopecia areata balding occurs across the entire head, specialists refer to the condition as alopecia totalis; if it affects the entire body then it’s known as alopecia universalis. There are many different causes of (factors in) Alopecia such as genetics, age, stress, dietary issues, iron deficiency in women, disease or medications etc.
Anagen:
Hair grows in cycles – anagen, catagen and telogen. Anagen is the growing phase of hair, lasting between two and seven years (depending on many factors including genetics).
Catagen:
The middle (transition) stage between the anagen (growing) and telogen (resting) phases of the hair’s growth cycle.
Telogen:
The resting phase of the hair cycle that usually lasts approximately three months.
Telogen Loss:
Also known as telogen effluvium Loss of hair during resting phase of hair or “natural” loss. This is often characterized by the thinning or shedding of hair resulting from the early entry of hair in the telogen phase. This can often be caused by emotional or psychological stress, eating disorders, fever, anemia, medicines or major surgery.
Cortex:
The cortex is the main structure of the hair shaft. The cortex makes up for 90% of hair’s weight and determines the colour, texture and denier or thickness of each individual hair.
Bonding:
A term used to describe the fixing additional strands of hair to your natural hair. The additional hair that is used may be synthetic or human and is attached to one’s hair and/or scalp.
DHT (Dihydro-testosterone):
Testosterone is the male hormone responsible for the development of all of the male secondary sexual characteristics like male hair patterns on the body, hair on the face and oily skin. Testosterone can be converted in the body to dihydro-testosterone by the enzyme 5-Alpha-reductase in genetically predisposed individuals. Studies have shown that 95% of male baldness and hair loss is caused by DHT, which is also referred to as the “Bad Hormone".
Female Pattern Baldness (FPB) is the female equivalent of male pattern baldness.
Progressive thinning of hair caused by genetics, age, and hormones. Usually develops at a much slower rate than male pattern baldness. Manifests differently than male pattern baldness in that most women with FPB don’t experience receding hairline. Often the original hairline remains virtually unchanged but the hair through the top and crown of the head thins evenly all over whereas hair in the sides and back/nape of the head generally doesn’t’ usually thin out and remains at its original density.
Frontal Alopecia:
Hair loss at the front of the head.
Hypothyroid:
Hypothyroidism is caused due to lack of thyroid hormone in the body and it can often result in hair loss, thinning of the hair or a change of texture (dry and brittle).
Male Pattern Baldness:
More than 95% of hair thinning in men is male pattern baldness often referred to as androgenic alopecia. This type of hair loss is often caused by hormones, genes, and age and is progressive in nature. It is often characterized by hair receding from the lateral sides of the forehead and/or a thinning crown which can lead to loss of all hair on top of the head, thus causing a U-shape pattern/fringe of remaining hair.
Senescent Alopecia:
If often known as ‘Involutional Alopecia’ as it is the type of hair loss that naturally occurs with age. This occurs in varying degrees in both women and men and is characterized by the general thinning of both hair diameter and density.
Temporal Recession:
Hair loss in the temple region. This is the most stubborn area of hair loss to rectify and is most common in men.
Traction Alopecia:
This refers to hair loss that occurs due to traction placed on hair. Traction alopecia is commonly seen with tight braids, pony tails, and other hairstyles that create traction on the scalp. Traction alopecia is a substantial risk in hair weaves and is one of the most common causes of hair loss in African and African American women.
Vellus Hair:
Vellus Hair is the fine, non-pigmented hair (peach fuzz) that covers the body of children and adults but is not always visible as they lack a central medulla.
faq
What is a Hair loss Specialist – consultant?
A hair loss specialist is a senior consultant who has worked in the hair loss treatment industry for many years and is primarily concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of different types of hair loss, hair thinning and various hair fall related problems that occur at any stage of life. A hair loss specialist also gives non-medical treatment options for those problems.
When should I see/visit a Hair loss Specialist?
You should consult/visit a Hair loss treatment specialist if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms:
- A bald patch that has suddenly appeared on your scalp
- Excess oiliness or dryness on the scalp
- Extreme or persistent itching
- Scaliness on the scalp
- Hair thinning / hair loss over time
- Scalp becoming visible
- Excessive hair shedding or falling out
- Severe hair breakage after receiving a chemical service
- Hair not growing / poor quality hair
A fully qualified hair loss specialist will carefully examine your hair and scalp thoroughly to assess the problem and its underlying cause. A microscopic examination might be required to aid in the diagnostic process. The hair loss specialist will then recommend to you what kind of treatment would be most suitable and necessary and may refer you to a medical doctor if needed.
Can my lifestyle affect hair loss?
Yes, your lifestyle may have a huge impact on the level of the healthiness of your hair. From the food we eat to our quality of sleep to the amount of exercise, hairstyling techniques, leisure activities and all the social and psychological activities all of these events play a very crucial part for matters pertaining to hair. On numerous occasions, the underlying cause of hair loss or hair thinning can be traced back to a situational factor in your lifestyle.
Can my diet cause hair loss?
Yes, an improper diet is also a key factor that affects the hair growth and which not only can be seen through your scalp but also in your entire well-being. A healthy diet with the right mix of protein, iron, and other nutrients can help improve the health, look, and feel of your hair. Your hair needs the same well-rounded diet that provides all the recommended vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients needed for good health in the rest of your body. Many vegetarians suffer hair loss, hair thinning, or scalp problems due to a lack of complete proteins in their diet. A healthy lifestyle is the key to keep you fit overall. So, please get ample amount of sleep as insufficient sleep may aggravate the problem of hair loss. Also, say no to smoking and excess alcohol as they also aggravate the problem of hair loss.
Does washing my hair too frequently affect hair loss?
Generally speaking, excessive hair washing is most likely not the cause for your hair loss. Your hair care products and styling techniques may weaken and cause dryness and breakage and even stunt your hair growth, but washing cannot cause an unusual amount of hair loss.
Are there different types of hair loss?
There are many different types of hair loss. The most distressing type is permanent hair loss. In addition, there is hair loss that is temporary, hair loss in patches, or hair that is shed from all over the scalp.
What is alopecia areata?
This is a patchy type of hair loss often appearing as distinct circles of hair loss, but in severe cases it can progress to complete baldness. The condition is thought to be a systemic autoimmune disorder in which the body attacks its own anagen hair follicles and suppresses or stops hair growth. Many women have complete, spontaneous recovery without a need for hair treatment, however having hair loss treatment can hasten the recovery time.
In what ways can hair loss affect people’s life?
Hair loss can have a devastating influence on a person’s quality of life, especially in women, because hair loss is often wrongly considered a less significant psychological and emotional problem for women than it is for men. Too often, hair loss in women is not taken seriously by family and friends or even by a woman’s personal doctor. People experiencing hair loss can be affected in the following ways:
- Loss of self-esteem – Hair is a person’s ‘crown of glory’ and to losing it is a direct attack on their sense of femininity/masculinity and beauty.
- Anxiety and Depression – Constantly worrying about hair causes anxiety and can lead to psychological and emotional effects. It can even go so far as to affect one’s sex life.
- Social dysfunction – Many people stop going to social events and it can lead to situations where they refuse to leave the home.
- Loss of control – Being so concerned with hair loss can occupy a person’s thoughts all day, eventually leading to obsessions such as collecting hair that is shed every day.
- Lack of support – When hair loss is not taken seriously by friends and family, one can feel the lack of support.
And so proper hair fall treatment or hair loss solution is very important for a person suffering from hair loss.
Is hair loss a common problem?
Hair loss is a very common problem faced by most people at some point of time in their life. About half of the general population has experienced some sort of hair loss by around the age of 50. Many factors such as diseases and medicines can cause you to lose more hair than normal. Although hair loss is fairly common, it can be a tough thing to live with; especially when it changes your look; then it can severely reduce your self-esteem. So, it is advisable to get a proper hair loss solution for your hair loss issue.
Can young adults experience hair loss too?
Many people relate hair loss to old age, and there is a certain truth in this: as we age, many of us naturally lose some or all of our hair in the process. But hair loss is not just something that only the middle-aged or the elderly experience. It can also affect the teen and young adults. There are a number of hair loss conditions that can affect even the very young to varying degrees. Male Pattern Baldness is one such condition, and a surprisingly high number of young men who feel that they are too young to lose their hair, need hair loss solutions. It is estimated that half of all men will suffer from male pattern hair loss to some degree by their 50th birthday, but for approximately 25% of men with the condition, they will start losing their hair when they are in their late teens or early twenties. Nutritional hair loss is more common in young people who don’t eat properly, who participate in medicine use and use nicotine. Alopecia areata is common in young people, as well as hair loss from ringworm and trichotillomania due to hair pulling from anxiety.
Can stress cause hair loss or hair thinning?
If you’re constantly on the go and not taking any time to wind down, your stressful lifestyle could indeed be creating a wreaking havoc on your hair. Stress increases cortisol levels and induces the hormone changes that are responsible for hair loss. By learning and practicing effective stress-management techniques, you can help yourself to reduce the severity of the symptoms and get your hair loss solution.
Can daily use of shampoo and conditioner prevent/mitigate hair loss?
The use of shampoos will not lead to hair loss or make it worse, except in the case of dry damaged and brittle hair. Shampoo containing strong alkaline can cause further dryness and can encourage breakage to already weak hair. Shampoos that claim to help hair loss coat the hair with protein to make it cosmetically ‘fatter’ but do nothing to solve the underlying disorder.
What is the most effective hair loss treatment?
As there are many causes of hair loss, there are also many different hair loss treatments available. This is why a consultation with a hair specialist is most necessary in order to diagnose the problem and the stage of hair loss, and offer the most effective hair loss treatment specifically suiting one’s expectations and personality.
How do I know what hair loss treatment is right for me?
When it comes to hair loss, a prompt professional consultation is the key. Everybody is different, and one cannot expect a home remedy or an over-the-counter medicine to work on all people.
Do I need one or more types of treatment?
A combination of two procedures may be necessary to achieve the desired results. For advanced stages of hair loss, only a combination of two treatments would give you the best possible results. Advanced Hair Studio is the only company that can provide a combination of procedures under the same roof to give you a full head of hair back.
What can I do to prevent hair loss?
- Eat a well balanced diet with a combination of complex carbohydrates, protein, and low fats. Avoid high sugar snacks.
- If you need to lose weight, avoid fast crash diets that can often cause hair loss. Follow only a doctor recommended diet with NO stimulants.
- Take a multivitamin with a small amount of iron, especially during the childbearing years. Hair is extremely sensitive to small iron deficiencies.
- Learn to deal with stress better: meditation, yoga, exercise, etc.
- Avoid hair care practices that are harsh on your hair and can damage the hair and its root. Examples include frequently pulling back hair in a tight manner, corn rows, tight braids, using a hot iron, straighteners, excessive blow drying, hot curlers, and prolonged perms for curl or chemical straighteners.
- If you must color your hair, have it done professionally using products that do not contain peroxide and ammonia.
- If you are a young woman on oral contraceptives, make sure it is the type that can help rather than contribute to hair loss. If your hair is naturally thin, have an open discussion with your doctor before starting any hormones.
How far back should one check for history in the family?
Carefully examine your extended family including grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc. If there is a family history of hair loss in men or women, be aware that it could happen to you and seek help at the earliest sign. Seek out a hair loss specialist.