Castor oil contains a high concentration of ricinoleic acid. This is the key to it’s effectiveness. Ricinoleic acid increases PGE2 in the scalp. PGE2 is a fatty acid, which seems to be vital for hair growth. Therefore applying castor oil to the scalp should increase PGE2 and increase hair growth. Let’s see how it works…
One word for you: wowsers. If you’re a Jennifer Lawrence fan, check out this top 10 chart of her greatest ever red carpet hair do’s. You won’t be disappointed. Vote for your favorite to re-order the chart and move your favorite up the list. The more votes your favorite receives, the higher in the chart […]
I’m conducting a poll in an effort to determine what people consider to be the best men’s hair style. If you have a spare minute, please pick your favorite hair style from the below 11 options. If you think they’re all terrible add a comment. Thank you. Johnny Depp short spikey Brad Pitt medium length […]
You may think that if money is no object you would simply have a hair transplant. However, this is not the case for two reasons: One, for the weeks and months following the operation you have to explain to everyone you meet what has happened to your hair. This doesn’t bother some people but many […]
I recently discovered a load of free binaural beats audio tracks that contain subliminal positive affirmations designed to reduce anxiety and increase confidence. All of the below audios are completely free and available on Youtube. In order to download them as MP3 files that you can listen to on your phone or MP3 player, you […]
Why? Well, what else are you going to do in the next ten seconds? So you think you know what Brad Pitt’s best ever hair cut is do you? Well let’s see you prove it. Click here to see what we think are Brad Pitt’s best ever hair styles and vote for your favorite to […]
The more I learn about cortisol, the more convinced I become that reducing your cortisol levels is an extremely effective way of improving your life – whether your goal is to increase hair growth, improve your body, increase your confidence levels, or just be happier; reducing your cortisol hormone levels seems key to achieving these […]
Regular hair dyes use ammonia to modify the hair structure and penetrate the hair shaft, or literally bleach your hair with peroxide to turn it blonde. Many of these products are cocktails of corrosive and irritating chemicals that sacrifice hair and scalp health in favor of long-lasting color. Therefore, all organic hair color is semi-permanent. […]
While some people naturally have thin eyebrows, others might have lost them during the 1990s’ when the fad of sporting pencil-thin eyebrows dominated the social scene. Irrespective of the cause, the fact that broken and patchy eyebrows are completely out of place in these contemporary times is motivation enough to start exploring options. To this […]
With the advent of Cara Delvingne it’s now fashionable to have thick eyebrows. Therefore anyone who was over the age of 13 in the 90’s suddenly have uncool thin eyebrows. Uh oh. But wait, don’t jump off that cliff just yet. There is hope. Yes, businesses once again have come to the rescue with tantalizing […]
Studies show that zinc shampoo not only reduces dandruff but also reduces hair loss and increases hair growth (see Pubmed). Although it isn’t as effective as ketoconazole shampoo or piroctone olamine shampoo, zinc shampoo may be particyularly beneficial for individuals whose scalps are sensitive to ketoconazole or piroctone olamine. Zinc is proven to reduce dandruff […]
If you’ve used many different types of styling gels and waxes you’ve probably noticed that some products can make your hair look thinner and other products make your hair look thicker and more ‘volumized’. However it seems impossible to tell which ones do which. So, over the last year or so I’ve been personally testing loads of different products to find ones that make your hair look thicker AND have some beneficial ingredients that may help promote hair growth. Here’s what I found.
BCAAs (branched chain amino acids) enhance protein synthesis and therefore hair growth – the protein keratin is one of the main “components” that make up the hair shaft. BCAAs are also the main components of the potassium-ion channels in human hair follicles, and it is considered that increasing your BCAA intake may speed up hair […]
There are a number of well marketed and interesting looking “detox tea” products that have appeared on the internet in recent years. But what are they made of, how can they improve your health and what are the best products? Most detox teas contain herbs that are used to improve the health of the liver; […]
There seems to be a lot of hype over detox teas at the moment, so I decided to research the ingredients and find some of the world’s best products. I found out that there’s a lot of variation between products — in the choice of ingredients and the way they are processed. So, which is […]
Detox tea is known as a mild aid that allows your body to cleanse itself. The primary function of detox tea is to cleanse two important organs in your body – the liver and the kidneys. However, before using a detox tea, be aware of the possible side effects effects: Drug interactions Detox teas increase […]
Zinc is similar to magnesium in many respects. Their chemical properties are very much alike, and so is the way they affect the welfare of organisms. Like any other essential mineral, zinc is vital to human bodily functions and zinc deficiency is linked to a number of conditions including depression, fatigue and hair loss. How […]
A study has revealed that people may be able to considerably reduce their stress levels by simply posing in a few easy positions for two minutes The hormone cortisol (a stress hormone) was reduced significantly after individuals stood or sat in the positions Cortisol is linked to hair loss: by reducing cortisol we may be […]
Ayurveda is a system of traditional medicine native to India. It is a form of alternative medicine and while its effectiveness has been widely disputed, its claimed by some that it has changed the lives of many people suffering from a variety of ailments throughout the past few centuries. Ayurvedaa is becoming more and more […]
Despite the fact that science is still trying to establish a link between anemia and hair thinning/shedding in patients who complain about hair loss, iron deficiency is often linked to poor hair health. Most women will notice hair thinning during their period, which often resolves itself shortly after. Unless hair loss is the sign of […]
Hair loss and alopecia are more common in men; however, women can also suffer from these conditions for a number of reasons. PCOS (polycystic ovaries syndrome) is one of the most common causes of hair loss in women, as the ovaries produce more testosterone than normal, which leads to elevated DHT (dihydrotestosterone). Stress and hormonal […]
MSM is regularly cited as one of the most important minerals for improving hair health and increasing hair growth. It is found in many of the world’s best hair growth supplements. So, how does it help hair growth and what should you buy to increase your intake of MSM to support healthy hair growth? MSM […]
Silica is a combination of silicon and oxygen. It is a very interesting mineral frequently found in leafy green vegetables and whole grains. Its amazing benefit is the ability to repair connective tissue by helping replace dysfunctional cells. Connective tissue supports, connects or separates various other types of cells and tissues in our body. A […]
As part of my ongoing study into stress related hair loss, here is question 2 of my anonymous survey. I am attempting to gain a clearer picture on the true causes of hair loss. It is my hypothesis that stress (or more precisely, how different peoples’ bodies react to stress stimuli) effects hair loss. I […]
I’m conducting a one question survey about stress related hair loss to help gain a clearer picture on the causes of hair loss in order to better help everyone who uses nicehair.org. There is just one question and it should only take you a moment to answer. I will release the study findings at a […]
In this infographic Topicals Topicals are liquids you apply to your scalp, the most popular of which is Rogaine. But just because it’s popular doesn’t make it the best. See the world’s best topicals at nicehair.org/topicals Supplements Supplements are just like your multivitamin except they tend to contain potent extracts such as saw palmetto, designed […]
“Women love hairy men. Cavemen were the sexiest men in history.” Leslie Man Men with hair…do you love them or hate them? In a world where even men are starting to remove every single follicle of hair from their body, it’s a breath of fresh air to see some of them go eu natural. 1. […]
Also known as Fallopia multiflora and Fo Ti, He Shou Wu is a type of herb native to central China. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries and while some of us may still have their doubts, this herb has proved to be an effective remedy for hair loss, depression and infertility. […]
In my book I explain how to make my Hair Growth Smoothie, which I recommend my readers drink at least three times a week for breakfast. It’s a nutrient packed low-sugar smoothie containing a large helping of amino acids, fats, vitamins and minerals that help your body grow hair. Since I was discussing smoothies and […]
Nature may be the best medicine when it comes to both prevention and cure. You might be surprised by the healing power of the foods you probably see every day at the supermarket, but simply don’t consume regularly. This list has been put together to help you identify the superfoods your body needs most (if […]
