Say goodbye to baldness: New, low-cost tech can reactivate hair production
The tech reactivate hair-producing structures that have gone dormant.
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The devices don't cause hair follicles to sprout anew in smooth skin.
WASHINGTON: Reversing baldness in the future may be as simple as wearing a hat, thanks to a new noninvasive, low-cost hair-growth-stimulating technology tested successfully on mice, scientists say. Based on devices that gather energy from a body's day-to-day motion, the hair-growth technology, described in the journal ACS Nano, stimulates the skin with gentle, low-frequency electric pulses, which coax dormant follicles to reactivate hair production.
"I think this will be a very practical solution to hair regeneration," said Xudong Wang, a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the US.
The devices don't cause hair follicles to sprout anew in smooth skin. Instead they reactivate hair-producing structures that have gone dormant, researchers said.
The technology can be used as an intervention for people in the early stages of pattern baldness, but it would not bestow cascading tresses to someone who has been "as bald as a billiard ball" for several years, they said.
Researchers noted that because the devices are powered by the movement of the wearer, they don't require a bulky battery pack or complicated electronics.
They are so low-profile that they could be discreetly worn underneath the crown of an everyday baseball cap, according to the researchers.
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Washing Isn't Enough: 6 Expert-Recommended Tips For Healthy Hair Detox
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Nutritional deficiencies, environmental pollution, hormonal imbalance, and a stressful lifestyle --all these factors lead to thinning of hair, lacklustre locks and even hair loss. Moreover, the use of chemical-laden hair styling products like soaps, shampoos, hair masks, etc clog our pores, which result in dead, dull, greasy and lifeless hair.
According to beauty expert Shahnaz Husain, “We spend so much time and energy to protect our skin; however, not many people do enough to maintain their hair health and shine.”
“Regularly washing your hair is not enough to keep it clean. Shampooing alone does not cleanse your scalp deep enough to get rid of pollutant and dirt. A thorough cleansing of the scalp with natural ingredients can revive your pretty, shiny hair and restore your hair health and luster,” she adds.
Since damaged hair implies it is time to detox, here are some tips by Husain.
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By ANINutritional deficiencies, environmental pollution, hormonal imbalance, and a stressful lifestyle --all these factors lead to thinning of hair, lacklustre locks and even hair loss. Moreover, the..
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First of all, discontinue the procedures that lead to damage. Damaged hair is in a fragile condition, so treat it gently. Avoid brushes and use a wide toothed comb with smooth edges.
First of all, discontinue the procedures that lead to damage. Damaged hair is in a fragile condition, so treat it gently. Avoid brushes and use a wide toothed comb with smooth edges.
To start with, get your split ends removed. Then, start with warm oil therapy. Mix one part castor oil with two parts coconut oil. Heat and apply on the hair. Remember to apply on the ends too. Then, dip a towel in hot water, squeeze out the water and wrap the hot towel around the head, like a turban. Keep it on for 5 minutes. Repeat the hot towel wrap 3 or 4 times. This helps the hair and scalp absorb the oil better. Avoid vigorous massage and rubbing when you apply oil.
To start with, get your split ends removed. Then, start with warm oil therapy. Mix one part castor oil with two parts coconut oil. Heat and apply on the hair. Remember to apply on the ends too. Then,..
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You can use also baking soda for hair detox. Sodium bicarbonate is an extraordinary cleanser and a great exfoliate that gently removes product buildup. Mix half cup baking soda in 3 cups hot water and massage your scalp with the mixture for a few minutes and rinse. It will remove oil accumulation on the scalp and fight dandruff. You can use it once a week.
You can use also baking soda for hair detox. Sodium bicarbonate is an extraordinary cleanser and a great exfoliate that gently removes product buildup. Mix half cup baking soda in 3 cups hot water an..
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The apple cider vinegar helps wipe out product residue and oil while adding shine. Mix 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar in a mug of water. Shampoo and condition your hair as usual and then pour the diluted apple cider vinegar on your hair and do not rinse. It is the easiest way to detox your hair.
The apple cider vinegar helps wipe out product residue and oil while adding shine. Mix 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar in a mug of water. Shampoo and condition your hair as usual and then pour the ..
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You can also detox your hair with sea salt. Mix two parts of sea salt with one part shampoo and apply it on your hair till it creates a good lather. Rinse it off with cool water and you will get rid of dead skin. You can do this once a month.
You can also detox your hair with sea salt. Mix two parts of sea salt with one part shampoo and apply it on your hair till it creates a good lather. Rinse it off with cool water and you will get rid ..
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Tea tree oil is natural antiseptic which eliminates bacteria, flakes and dandruff from the scalp. Add a few drops of natural tea tree oil in your regular shampoo. Massage on your scalp and leave it for few minutes before rinsing.
Tea tree oil is natural antiseptic which eliminates bacteria, flakes and dandruff from the scalp. Add a few drops of natural tea tree oil in your regular shampoo. Massage on your scalp and leave it f..
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Husain adds that apart from these tips, one must make sure to stay hyderated by drinking plenty of water every season. “Water is a powerful detox ingredient which flushes out toxins and dirt out of the body,” she says.
“Also, increase your intake of seasonal fruits and vegetables as they promote digestion and clean digestive tract, facilitating proper absorption of minerals and vitamins that keep our skin healthy and radiant. You can add amla, aloe vera, cow ghee and beetroot in your diet for naturally detoxifying your hair.”
“If you follow a detox programme from time to time, you can restore the health and beauty of your hair. Also, the hair is like a delicate fabric, so learn to treat it that way,” concludes Shahnaz Husain.
Husain adds that apart from these tips, one must make sure to stay hyderated by drinking plenty of water every season. “Water is a powerful detox ingredient which flushes out toxins and dirt out of t..
Small devices called nanogenerators passively gather energy from day-to-day movements and then transmit low-frequency pulses of electricity to the skin.
That gentle electric stimulation causes dormant follicles to "wake up," the researchers said.
"Electric stimulations can help many different body functions," said Wang.
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"But before our work there was no really good solution for low-profile devices that provide gentle but effective stimulations," he said.
Since the electric pulses are incredibly gentle and don't penetrate any deeper than the very outermost layers of the scalp, the devices don't seem to cause any unpleasant side effects.
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Monsoon haircare: Rose water, essential oil and secrets from the kitchen
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The humid weather can play havoc with your hair making it frizzy and difficult to manage, and also bringing with it, dandruff. While the basic hot oil treatment is for most hair problems, here are easy tips for shiny, bouncy hair this season.
The humid weather can play havoc with your hair making it frizzy and difficult to manage, and also bringing with it, dandruff. While the basic hot oil treatment is for most hair problems, here are ea..
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Bad hair odour can be a nagging issue during the rains. While washing your hair at least four times a week helps, a great way for fragrant hair includes a dash of rose water. Just add the juice of a lemon and half a cup of rose water to a mug of water and use as a last rinse after washing your hair.
Bad hair odour can be a nagging issue during the rains. While washing your hair at least four times a week helps, a great way for fragrant hair includes a dash of rose water. Just add the juice of a ..
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Gram flour (besan) mixed with ripe papaya pulp and lemon juice makes for an excellent hair pack. A cleansing pack, it also adds body to the hair. Just leave the pack on for half an hour, and then wash it off.
Gram flour (besan) mixed with ripe papaya pulp and lemon juice makes for an excellent hair pack. A cleansing pack, it also adds body to the hair. Just leave the pack on for half an hour, and then was..
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The many benefits of essential oils are widely known. But did you know that they are also an excellent remedy for monsoon hair problems, like dandruff? Just mix some essential oil with oil, rose water, or mineral water. Apply this on the scalp, after shampoo and leave on.
The many benefits of essential oils are widely known. But did you know that they are also an excellent remedy for monsoon hair problems, like dandruff? Just mix some essential oil with oil, rose wate..
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To ensure hair is frizz-free and manageable, avoid using too many chemicals. Wash your hair more frequently during the rains, but minimise the use of shampoo and rinse well with water. Egg is an excellent conditioner and helps to add shine. Whisk an egg white with the juice of a lemon and apply half an hour before your shampoo.
To ensure hair is frizz-free and manageable, avoid using too many chemicals. Wash your hair more frequently during the rains, but minimise the use of shampoo and rinse well with water. Egg is an exce..
That is a marked advantage over other baldness treatments, like the medicine Propecia, which carries risks of sexual dysfunction, depression and anxiety, the researchers said.
In side-by-side tests on hairless mice, the devices stimulated hair growth just as effectively as two different compounds found in baldness medicines, they said.
"It's a self-activated system, very simple and easy to use. The energy is very low so it will cause minimal side effects," said Wang.
