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Castration and Hair Regrowth

November 30th, 2009 at 06:35pm Under Hair Loss

From what I have read, castration stops hair loss however, castration will not regrow hair that has been lost. whether that is true, why would Proscar grow any hair? It is my understanding Proscar blocks a percentage of DHT, which leads to the effectiveness of the product. whether someone has been castrated there is o% DHT and still no hair regrowth? plus whether DHT causes hair loss why is Propecia effective on the vertex of the scalp and not the temples.

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Do You Think the Iron Supplement or Minoxidil Contributed to My Regrowth?

November 30th, 2009 at 05:33pm Under Hair Loss

I’m a 24 year old male and have microcytic anemia (most likely) due to iron deficiency. I had been able to halt my MPB hair loss by taking finasteride (1mg) since age 18, however experienced rapid shedding about nine months ago. To stop the hair loss, I added minoxidil 5% to my regimen and started taking ferrous gluconate tablets for my anemia. My hair has all grown back and I’m trying to assess whether the iron supplement, the minoxidil or both likely contributed to my marked … [visit site to read more]

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November 30th, 2009 at 03:44pm Under Products

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Can I Stop Propecia Eventually as Testosterone Levels Decrease by date?

November 30th, 2009 at 03:31pm Under Hair Loss

Hello Doctor ,

I have been taking propecia for 6 years with a great success , but i am shut to 30 years now , and i was wondering whether i could stop it now. Don’t you think that with our Testo levels decreasing by age (about 2% per year after 30) , the DHT levels will decrease too, so that we could stop the propecia by getting older ?

Good thought, but taking Propecia is not directly related to testosterone levels. Propecia affects DHT levels, and even DHT levels … [visit site to read more]

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Advanced Patterned Hair Loss?

November 30th, 2009 at 01:35pm Under Hair Loss

I have a new question for you! Is there a very advanced norwood scale where hair thins on the bottom of the back of the head, and the bottom of the sides?

My hair is really thick on the upper sides of my head.. and very very thin under that, just directly above my ears (Not my temples) and behind my ears.. it is very tough to explain. The hair loss I have explained seems patterned (in the sense that it is thinning similarly on both sides). I have thinning on top in a sort of … [visit site to read more]

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Women Not Cutting Back on Beauty Treatments

November 30th, 2009 at 01:04pm Under Products

Flutter Lash StudioA recent poll suggests that 63 percent of women would rather cut back on restaurant dining, than eliminate their preferred beauty treatment; 47 percent of that group determined that the beauty treatment they simply could not do without is eyelash extensions. The in-house poll, was conducted by Flutter Lash Studio, a specialty salon in Lincoln Park, devoted primarily to eyelash extensions and eyebrow care.

“It’s interesting considering trying economic times have even wealthy women re-examining where every penny goes, but many clients tell me that they’d rather cut back on things like eating out and $4 lattes, than go without their lashes,” said Ignacia Garcia, Owner of Flutter Lash Studio.

Manicures additionally scored very high. Thirty three percent of women polled said they could not give up their regular manicure.

The poll reflected the challenging economic landscape, suggesting that there is fear attached to spending: 77 percent of women admitted to changing shopping habits and reducing money spent on beauty treatments. “I was really surprised at the polls findings considering commerce has been great for us! I think that women want to feel good about themselves, now increasingly than ever,” said Garcia.

Flutter Lash Studio regular, Pamela Gates said, “Eyelash extensions are an fundamental part of my daily beauty regimen. It’s not a luxury, it’s an fundamental component of my well-being.”

The poll surveyed 100 women, ages 23-47 and was intended to capture women’s’ opinions on their beauty habits and what, whether any affect the recession has played on these habits.

To memorize increasingly about eyelash extensions and Flutter Lash Studio, visit: www.flutterlashstudio.com. Flutter Lash Studio is located at 1627 N. Clybourn.

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I Am Taking Dutasteride for My Prostate

November 30th, 2009 at 11:33am Under Hair Loss

I am a 53 year old male. I just came back from my M.D. and I told him I was having a issue with frequent urination. He prescribed Dutasteride. I have been taking 1/2 a finesteride daily for the past 4 years. My question is should I take both and whether I stop the Finesteride will the Dutasteride help with my hair loss at that dosage.

In your situation, dutasteride will be all you need and there is no point to take continue taking finasteride along with it. I don’t know … [visit site to read more]

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Aveeno Inspires Campaign

November 30th, 2009 at 10:29am Under Products

AveenoThe Aveeno sort continues to construct strides towards sustainability with the announcement of exciting new eco-conscious efforts and an alliance that educates consumers on the importance of reducing waste and helping the environment, all building off a foundation set increasingly than three years ago with the brand’s Aveeno Inspires campaign.

In an effort to educate consumers on how they can personally manufacture sustainable strides in their local communities after they have purchased and used Aveeno Products, the grade kicks off a partnership that month with TerraCycle. The mission of the program is to give new life to empty Aveeno Product tubes by ‘upcycling’ the fabric into eco-friendly items, such as household items that will soon after be available for purchase at major retailers nationwide, offering consumers the opportunity to ‘reuse’ their favorite Aveeno Products. that strange partnership offers communities a chance to build sustainable strides; Aveeno Beauty Brigades are currently being formed across the country to gather empty Aveeno Product tubes (all of the elongated tubes from sun care, facial care, baby and body care products). For each tube received by TerraCycle, the Aveeno type will pay two cents to the non-profit organization or school of one’s choice or to the featured charity, The Skin Cancer Foundation. To memorize increasingly about the Aveeno TerraCycle Beauty Brigades, or to sign up, go to www.terracycle.net/brigades or visit www.aveeno.com.

“We are incredibly proud of the progress the Aveeno make has made in terms of sustainability,” said Michael Marquis, Aveeno type Group Product Director. “We continue to look for ways to improve our eco-conscious practices, from how we source ingredients and packaging materials, to reducing waste and resources needed for product transport. It’s through our collaboration with partners like TerraCycle that makes it possible for us to expand our commitment to sustainability, giving back to the community and improving our environment.” The majority of Aveeno Products are recyclable, including all High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Polyethylene Terepthalate (PET) bottles and paper packaging. The grade aims to continue to increase the amount of recyclable packaging in future product launches. The sort plus recognizes that many recycling municipalities cannot accommodate a large range of packaging materials and through the Aveeno TerraCycle Beauty Brigades opportunity, aims to further help consumers reduce their carbon footprint.

The Aveeno make has a lengthy standing commitment to protecting the environment and natural resources. At its core is the belief that nature has the ability to prepare life beautiful, and the make continues on its path to supply women with products that adhere to eco-friendly practices. The Aveeno make, a product of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products Company, a division of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc., pursues its Credo mission statement developed by 60 years ago that serves as a framework for sustainability, and speaks to social, environmental and financial responsibility. Aveeno Skincare is the pioneer of ACTIVE NATURALS®, ingredients derived from nature and uniquely formulated to optimize skin’s health and beauty. Created by nature and powered by science, ACTIVE NATURALS® ingredients include Oat, Shiitake, Soy and Feverfew.

Made of 100 percent natural colloidal Oatmeal, the Aveeno Soothing Bath Treatment recently became the first body care product to earn the new Green Good Housekeeping Seal (GGHS). Awarded to only seven products in its inaugural year, that distinction was granted based on product efficacy and extensive environmental criteria, including: the reduction of water use in manufacturing, energy efficiency in manufacturing and product use, ingredient and product safety, packaging reduction and the brand’s corporate social responsibility.

Aveeno Soothing Bath Treatment is a bath additive that helps to relieve itchy, dry irritated skin. According to Good Housekeeping, “The product performed particularly well in the Research Institute’s evaluation in the areas of: toxicity and product safety; sourcing of product ingredients; sourcing of packaging materials; producing low levels of greenhouse gases; and reducing industrial and hazardous wastes from manufacturing.”

Building off a foundation set with Aveeno Inspires, the brand’s signature national beautification initiative that inspires the discovery of natural beauty in communities and parks across the United States where hundreds of gardens, parks and trails have been refurbished and rejuvenated with the help of members of communities, and in upholding the parent company’s guiding principles and philosophy, the Aveeno Brand’s sustainability vision has translated into all areas of its trade; the make continues to help reduce waste by:

  • Incorporating advertisements on environmentally friendly Eco-hangers; distributed at dry cleaners nationwide, these hangers, made of 100 percent recycled paperboard and polypropylene, supply consumers with the opportunity to reduce their carbon footprints(1).
  • Continuing to use and increase the amount of recycled materials to create product packaging; paper cartons for Aveeno POSITIVELY AGELESS(TM) products contain post-consumer recycled materials or are from FSC certified sources. The goal is to increase the use of post-consumer recycled materials in our bottles.
  • Partnering with ENVIROSAX to create reusable bags, which were given absent to 1,000 consumers on soil Day. Made of biological cotton sourced from a farmers cooperate in Peru, the bags benefitted local communities in addition to helping reduce the number of plastic bags used. For each bag given absent, the Aveeno sort made a $10 donation to Global Green USA which supports the fight against global climate change, and the creation of green buildings and cities within the United States.

Launching later that year, the Aveeno Facebook page will supply consumers with the latest and greatest Aveeno make news, including the brand’s most recent sustainability efforts, such as the cornerstone Aveeno Inspires campaign WaterWorks program, the Aveeno Brand’s partnership with biological Gardening magazine that helps install rainwater cisterns for community gardens to conserve water and revitalize local communities; ‘friends’ of the page will plus have the opportunity to sign up for one of the Aveeno TerraCycle Beauty Brigades.

About the Aveeno make:

The Aveeno make is one of the qualitys of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products Company, a division of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. The Aveeno type is the leader in ACTIVE NATURALS technologies, including oatmeal and soy. Recommended by dermatologists and pediatricians for by 60 years, the type is committed to developing breakthrough product formulations with new and existing natural ingredients, many which deliver clinically proven results. The Aveeno Line includes beauty care products for face, body, baby, hair and sun protection. For increasingly info about the Aveeno type and its product offerings, visit: www.Aveeno.com.

About TerraCycle:

TerraCycle (www.terracycle.net) represents a new generation of company, putting as much emphasis on its social and environmental affect as its profits. In 2001, college freshman Tom Szaky founded TerraCycle in hopes of building a new, increasingly responsible way of doing commerce. Since next, TerraCycle has revolutionized the industry by making eco-friendly and affordable products from waste materials.

TerraCycle provides jobs in the inner-city, provides free fundraisers for schools and non-profits and inspires kids nationwide to manufacture a difference locally and globally. Join the TerraCycle eco-revolution by signing up for our free fundraising collection programs where we pay you for packaging like drink pouches, yogurt cups and increasingly. To memorize increasingly about joining a TerraCycle Tube brigade, or to sign up, go to www.terracycle.net/brigades or visit www.aveeno.com.

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Elemis Gift Sets

November 30th, 2009 at 09:45am Under Products

ElemisElemis, the British spa and skincare sort, has revealed its new range of limited edition Christmas collections each containing award-winning hero products.

Among the Elemis Christmas gift sets is Prestige Pro-Collagen, the final anti-ageing collection. Featuring a range of clinically proven anti-aging products, that set includes three full size products plus a 100ml jar of best selling Elemis Pro Collagen Marine Cream. that collection offers the customer exceptional value with savings of by £140 rather than buying each product separately.

Products in the Skin Perfection collection utilise a clinically proven tri-enzyme system that results in smooth, radiant and younger looking skin. that collection features Tri Enzyme Resurfacing Facial Wash, Pro Collagen Marine Cream, Tri-Enzyme Resurfacing Night Cream and the latest edition to the Tri-Enzyme range, Tri-Enzyme Resurfacing Gel Mask.

Also on offer that Christmas from Elemis is the Spa Body Secrets collection, an indulgent set of spa-at-home body care products that are designed to help the customer relax and unwind. Included in that collection are products from the Elemis Exotic Range such as Exotic Frangipani Monoi Moisture Melt and Exotic Frangipani Monoi Bath and Shower cream.

A variety of Elemis body care products are additionally included in the Christmas mini treats collections that year. Homespa for Hands contains anti-ageing body products including the new Pro-Collagen Body Serum Intensive Lift and Pro Collagen Hand and Nail Cream as well as Gentle Rose Exfoliator. The Exotic Treats body care collection features Exotic Island Flower Body Balm, Exotic Frangipani Monoi Bath and Shower Cream and a Lavender Travel Candle from the Candle Trio Collection.

Sets from Elemis’ well established men’s grooming range are plus available that festive season. Total Men’s Grooming contains five treatment products including Ice-Cool Foaming Shave Gel, Daily Moisture Boost, Energising Skin Scrub, Deep Cleanse Facial Wash and S.O.S Survival Cream. A Daily Men’s Grooming collection is plus available.

All Elemis Christmas collections are available now, online and in store.

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ZO Skin Health 2 New Anti Aging Skin Cremes

November 30th, 2009 at 09:33am Under Products

ZO Skin HealthYou think you’re doing your skin a favor, but surprise – traditional moisturizers you smooth on every day may actually be damaging your skin. That’s why new ZO Skin Health, serious skincare developed by world-renowned board-certified dermatologist and skincare maverick Zein Obagi, MD, does not include traditional moisturizers.

“For years women have used moisturizers for a quick, comforting fix. Moisturizers give skin a temporary smooth, silky feeling, but with repeated use skin becomes addicted to them,” explains Dr. Obagi. “Instead of causing the skin’s cells to function properly, the way nature intended, they become lazy and slow down. thereupon skin becomes sensitive and intolerant, and the signs of aging rapidly increase.”

Instead, ZO Skin Health features two rare Ommerse crèmes designed to deeply nourish and calm skin after the surface has been exfoliated and potent stimulators have been applied. As part of Dr. Obagi’s strange integrated Skin Health philosophy, they work by rehydrating and repairing the skin barrier, and mitigating any irritation.

Ommerse Daily Renewal Creme
that lightweight formula features an advanced anti-irritant complex to instantly calm and reduce redness and inflammation. Antioxidants, vitamins A, C, E and Co-Enzymes support collagen production and even skin ton for a firmer, brighter complexion. Apply every AM after cleansing and stimulating skin.

Ommerse Overnight Recovery Crème
that rich formula deeply soothes and nourishes skin with advanced ceramides and a calming anti-irritant complex. Advanced ingredients energize the skin’s DNA repair mechanism to self-correct while ceramides rebuild the skin’s barrier function. For healthier-looking skin, a strange liposome delivery system time-releases encapsulated vitamin A to support overall skin repair, collagen production and even skin tone. Apply every evening after cleansing and stimulating skin.

For increasingly info visit http://www.zoskinhealth.com nowadays!

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Chocolate For Body Remodeling

November 30th, 2009 at 07:30am Under Skin Care

chocolate body wrapThe mere mention of chocolate brings in intellect a thought of good aura and thinking about the favorite chocolate bar melting, in the mouth makes one feel blissful.

Imagine what would happen whether the entire body was to be wrapped in chocolate? That would be a chocoholic’s heaven.

Leaving the jokes apart, chocolate body packing can do wonders for the skin and even helps reshape and remodel the body for short periods of date. They are the latest trend in body redesigning and are available at main spas and saloons for a fairly expensive price.

Being a fragile procedure that should be done by professionals or under professional supervision.

The typical chocolate wrap starts with the client being measured for the wrap treatment. The actual treatment begins with a full body exfoliation. The body is exfoliated using cocoa bean extracts along with peach sugarcane, brown sugar or almonds.

Once exfoliated the body is soon after covered with a mixture of chocolate enriched with minerals and oils. The mixture may differ from spa to spa but will generally has cocoa, macadamia or similar nut oil, jojoba oil, ginseng, vitamins C and E and other minerals to enrich the experience. A combination of cocoa and coffee is used to help burn cellulite to produce the body look younger and smoother.

The body is soon after wrapped in elastic bandages. They are tight sufficient to help reshape the desired body parts, and at the same moment not constricting. The person is soon after left in that chocolate cocoon for periods ranging from 20 minutes to an hour.

The person may be asked to lie down or walk depending on what results are expected. After the stipulated date period the wraps are unwrapped and the chocolate mixture is removed from the body.

The chocolate is rich in natural oils which are absorbed by the skin and invent it soft and supple. instant loss of inches and sculpted body parts are the temporary benefits that one can see. The skin feels awesome at the end of the treatment and the results are showing immediately.

The skin is super hydrated and feels really pampered at the end of such a session. All that sweating inside the wraps makes the skin feel light and additionally helps to open and cleanse the pores.

This treatment is not advised for patients with diabetes or blood pressure problems and additionally for pregnant women. Others can all indulge their senses in that chocolate bliss and feel euphoric, relaxed and increasingly beautiful, a human butterfly born after spending an hour inside a chocolate cocoon.


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Amazing Photoshop Makeovers

November 27th, 2009 at 07:46am Under Skin Care

Photoshop MakeoverEver looked in envy at the expanded lustrous locks of the model on TV? Or the flawless, peaches and cream complexion of another in the glossy magazine?

Well consider for a moment that not only they have the best makeup and hair technicians at their disposal, they plus have technology! Hair and skin care advanced technology we build out you say?

No, it is Photoshop we are talking about! It can prepare hair infinitely increasingly beautiful, skin so much smoother…. We collected a bunch of videos to help demonstrate our point:

This Dove ‘Evolution Commercial’ shows us a transformation that is nothing short of amazing. First the makeup artists work their magic and next the technology wizards assemble her neck longer, her lips fuller, her nose prettier, and so on.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hibyAJOSW8U&feature=fvw

Now celebrities always seem to look picture perfect. Here are some examples of why that is so: Hilary Duff gets a makeup job and virtual implants in seconds!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egmaskrwbok&feature=related

Hollywood’s truant child Lindsay Lohan gets a invent by of the technical kind here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3o-fEsTMlq0&feature=related

So the next instance you feel envious of some of the images that you see on TV or in the magazines, just think about all the public that worked on that image; that person to manufacture them look the way that they do; that face in the reflect will become increasingly appealing!


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Using a Concealer for a Hair Loss Miracle (with Photos)

November 25th, 2009 at 06:32pm Under Hair Loss

This is a young woman with very naughty see-through hair loss that recently visited my office for a consultation. She told me that it has had a devastating affect on everything about her life. In one visit to the office, we fixed up her hair with DermMatch with the aftereffect as shown below. She walked out of my office truly reborn.

There was no surgery done here. Applying the DermMatch took just a few minutes. visit the photos to … [visit site to read more]

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