Thinning hair seems like an inevitable fact of life as men get older. While some guys have fully embraced baldness, many men aren’t ready to resign themselves to letting go of their hair. The way we look affects our self-confidence. And when we are used to having a full head of hair, thinning hair really … Continued
Age affects us in many ways, and our hairlines are no exception. For many men, a receding hairline is a reality. While two thirds of men in their mid-thirties have experienced some degree of hair loss, that number increases to 85% by the time they are 50 years old. However, just because statistics show many … Continued
Before deciding on the best hair loss treatment for men, the cause of hair loss must first be determined. Hair loss can be temporary or progressive. Temporary hair loss will often resolve on its own. Common temporary hair loss causes are stress, reactions to medication, hypothyroidism, or traction alopecia. Progressive hair loss is permanent unless … Continued
Hair loss at a young age is more common than you might think. Men can start to lose their hair as young as their late teens and early twenties. Torrance was losing his hair early and decided to contact Bosley given their experience in hair transplantation. “When you’re losing your hair at such … Continued
Exercise is good for your health. But can too much exercise really cause hair loss? Not according to Dr. Ken Washenik, Bosley medical director and hair loss researcher. “Moderate exercise, heavy exercise, daily routines of movement and activity do not cause hair loss, or cause hair loss to become worse,” says Dr. Washenik. “Unfortunately,” he … Continued
Lots of people with hair loss ask about shampoos: What should I use? What should I avoid? Dr. Ken Washenik, the medical director at Bosley, is the world’s most experienced hair restoration expert. Here, he provides a few basic rules about shampoos and hair loss: Avoid shampoos that irritate your scalp. Some people have sensitive … Continued
Bosley physicians receive many questions during the consultation process. One common question about hair loss is whether a lack of sleep can be a contributing factor. Dr. Ken Washenik, Bosley Medical Director, answers. “There are a number of general health related issues that can affect hair growth or hair loss. And one of them I’m … Continued
Most people don’t realize their hair is thinning until nearly 50% of it is gone. For Dan it was his friends who let him know he was losing his hair while looking at pictures together. Initially Dan resorted to a baseball cap to cover his thinning hair but eventually decided on a permanent solution from … Continued
If you’ve already experienced significant hair loss and balding, you might be wondering whether you’re a good candidate for a hair transplant. The good news is that as long as you still have a decent supply of donor hair (included in the horseshoe-shaped ring of hair that usually remains after balding), you can benefit from … Continued
It’s normal to shed hair every day. But does this normal shedding lead to male-pattern or female-pattern hair loss? Dr. Ken Washenik, Bosley Medical Director, explains what is normal daily hair shedding and when it becomes a problem. He also explains the science behind why we regularly lose our hair and why we should worry … Continued