Treating Hair Loss

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There have been countless advertisements and stories from friends and family on treating hair loss. Some treatments are to promote hair growth, while others attempt to stop losing hair further. No matter which treatment you are interested in, DHT, otherwise known as dihydrotestosterone, plays an important role. DHT is found in male places such as the testes, prostate gland, adrenal gland, and most importantly hair follicles.

Unfortunately DHT is the hormone responsible for hair loss. There are treatments that reduce the body’s production of DHT or stop it all together. One of these treatments involves increasing the amount of anti-androgens in the body which helps prevent DHT from being absorbed in to the body. There are other medications and supplements for treating hair loss that are called DHT inhibitors. These will reduce the DHT production and let your body have a better balance of hair loss and re-growth.

In recent times a more popular method of preventing hair loss is the use of a DHT shampoo. There are a few shampoos that focus on controlling DHT levels within the hair follicles so let’s have a look at some of the most popular brands.

Neutrogena T-Gel’s main ingredient is coal tar. Using coal tar as its main ingredient not only helps to reduce DHT levels but it also helps against psoriasis and dandruff. Some claim that this shampoo will slow down hair loss for a certain number of people. So it may or may not work for you.

Revivogen has a bio-cleansing DHT shampoo that contains ingredients to ward off DHT. Not only does it help promote hair growth, but it also encourages thicker and stronger hair growth. Another great benefit is the fact that it is made from 100% natural ingredients.

HairGenesis Revitalizing shampoo contains DHT blockers which also promote clean hair and scalp. They believe that DHT becomes trapped in the oil, sebum, and dirt on the scalp and thus creates an environment for DHT to do its damage. They use herbal and botanical ingredients which are quite standard in today’s leading shampoos.

Another option is the MiN New York cleansing system. It contains everything from shampoo to conditioner. It is a bit pricey but will give you a salon feeling when you’re finished. They utilize a lot of ingredients you will find as the main component in other hair loss shampoos. It contains everything from DHT blockers to antioxidants.

And finally, let’s have a look at Progaine 2in1. As the label states, it is a shampoo and conditioner in one. Again this one aims to keep your hair clean and your hair follicles unclogged.

While these over the counter options are a good place to start, you should see your doctor for more specific information and possible alternative treatments not available over the counter. Treating hair loss has not been perfected. It might be best to focus on enjoying your life rather than the hairs above your head. As we age, it seems part of the process. In whatever you choose to do, we wish you the best.