FAQ about Provillus for Men
What are the causes of male hair loss?
Male hair loss, also known as alopecia, is a very common disorder that has many causes. There are three phases that make up the natural hair cycle. The first is the anagen phase. About 80% of your hair is in this phase at any given time, and it is during this phase that hair grows. The second phase is the telogen phase; at any given time about 20% of your hair is in this phase. This is when your hair starts thinning off. The third or telogen phase is when the thinned hair falls off, making way for new, healthy hair to replace it. There are several types of hair loss seen in men: Alopecia Areata (this is the cause of the coin shaped spot of lost hair, usually appearing on the back of the head), Telogenef Fluvium (this is a general thinning of hair) and lastly Androgenetic Alopecia (the most common form of male-pattern baldness). Hair loss usually begins in the 20’s and 30’s, beginning either right a receding hair line or a coin-shaped patch of hair loss on the back of the head. DHT (dihydrotestosterone) is one of the most important causes of hair loss in men, along with genetic factors. It is for this reason that the ability to block DHT is one of the most important parts of any male hair loss solution.
Does stress contribute to hair loss?
Stress is not considered to be a cause of hair loss, however it can feed into the hair loss system. If you are experiencing hair loss, reduction of stress can be an important part of an effective male hair loss solution by keeping the stress from strengthening the hair loss cycle.
What exactly is DHT?
DHT, the abbreviation for dihydrotestosterone, is a hormonal byproduct of testosterone. Studies show that, if a person is genetically predisposed to male pattern baldness, high levels of DHT is one of the primary players in causing it. The blocking of DHT production as well as keeping the byproduct from attaching to hair follicles is a key part of a male hair loss solution.
What is the relationship between genetics and hair loss?
Genetics plays an important role in male pattern baldness, although it is not the sole factor. Studies are somewhat inconclusive on just exactly how much genetics and heredity contribute to hair loss in men, but it is known to be a factor.
How young can you be to experience hair loss?
Generally male pattern baldness does not start to begin until the 20’s or 30’s, and usually takes many years if not decades to fully form, depending on the levels of DHT in your body. However, hair loss can begin at ages as young as 15 years old. Some forms of hair loss, including Alopecia Areata and Telogen Effluvium can even affect children as young as one year old.
What causes sudden massive hair loss?
Sudden massive hair loss is usually caused by some outside factor suddenly attacking the natural hair cycle, such as extreme changes in weight, illness and high fevers as well as the use of drugs. It is caused by a sudden change in the system that happens so fast the body does not have time to properly adapt. Once your body has returned to a normal state, this sort of hair loss will usually reverse itself as its effects are only temporary.
Can shampoos and hair products be a cause of hair loss?
It is possible that certain chemicals can be a contributor or even initiator of hair loss, particularly if one is allergic to these chemicals. Shampoos and hair products are designed for safe use, however everyone’s body is different and sensitivity to the ingredients in these products can vary. The risk is greater with hair dyes and other hair products than it is with shampoos, which can inflame the scalp and cause temporary hair loss. No effects from hair products should result in a permanent case of hair loss, however, that is usually caused by hormones such as DHT.
Can hairstyle be a cause of hair loss?
Hairstyle can cause temporary hair loss, although not permanent hair loss such as is caused by DHT hormonal byproducts. If you have tight braids or tight pullbacks in your hair, this can damage your hair and cause it to actually fall out. Although temporary, continued loss in this manner could damage hair so badly that hair can not grow back. A male hair loss solution should avoid these sorts of damaging hair styles.
Find more information about Provillus and order it here: Provillus Shop
