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What causes hair loss in women?

August 27th 2010 05:40
It's something that is rarely talked about, and yet is becoming increasingly common. Female hair loss is a problem for millions of women around the world (30 million in the United States alone, according to the American Academy of Dermatology) and its various causes are often quite different from those that result in male baldness. For decades, doctors believed that the androgenic alopecia that accounts for 95% of male hair loss was the culprit for women's hair loss as well; now it's widely accepted that for women, it can be caused by many factors - including hormonal problems like PCOS, extreme stress, severe illness, thyroid disorders, genetics, negative reactions to medication, and more.


Female hair loss
As a woman, losing your hair can be as traumatic as it is embarrassing.

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The grey hair trend of 2010

August 19th 2010 05:27
One of the most unique hair trends to have emerged in recent months seems to have turned our society's obsession with youth on its head... literally! Once the domain of our grandmothers, grey hair has now become one of the most sought-after looks of the year. Stars like Pixie Geldof, Pink and Lady Gaga were among the first to go grey, and silver tresses have been spotted on the catwalks of several top fashion designers as well. Most recently, Italian Vogue featured 45-year-old supermodel Kristen McMenamy in a photo shoot with a somewhat startling - but still incredibly chic - mane of very long, very straight and very (very!) grey hair.


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1990s supermodel Kristen McMenamy goes for grey in the August 2010 issue of Italian Vogue magazine.

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Paris Hilton sued... over her hair extensions!

August 12th 2010 23:22
When I wrote last month about the various pros and cons of using hair extensions, I must admit that I didn't include "possible lawsuits" as one of the cons. But then, not everybody's life is as unusual as Paris Hilton's! The heiress has been hit with a whopping US$35 million lawsuit, from a hair extensions company that claims she breached her publicity contract with them by wearing extensions from another company. Ouch...

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Hilton on the catwalk earlier this year.

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Emma Watson takes a short cut

August 5th 2010 23:11
With the filming of the last Harry Potter instalment well and truly behind her, it looks as though Emma Watson has marked the beginning of the next chapter in her life with a very short (and very chic) new haircut! She confirmed her new look on her Facebook and Twitter accounts, telling fans that her hair "Feels incredible. I love it," and posting this beautiful portrait.

Emma Watson short hair
Emma Watson's head-turning new look

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The pros and cons of hair extensions

July 29th 2010 04:07
So you want long hair, and you want it now. Or maybe your hair is thinning out and you need to add some extra volume. Or perhaps you want some unique, contrasting strands added in, but you don't want to damage your own hair by dyeing it. Whatever the reason for choosing them, hair extensions can give your look a major overhaul and are becoming increasingly popular among celebrities and everyday women alike. But as with any hair styling choice, when it comes to using hair extensions it's important that you know exactly what you're dealing with before you hand over your credit card and commit to a day in the salon. Here's a list (which is by no means exhaustive) of the pros and cons of using hair extensions.

Long blond hair
Love the look of long hair, but can't stand the wait? Hair extensions may be the answer.

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Celebrity Hairstyle Trend: Bouffant Updos

July 21st 2010 03:11
Stylings of the late fifties and early sixties have been making a quiet return to fashion's forefront, and not just in the way our A-listers are dressing but in their hairstyles, too! The dramatic, Bardot-inspired bouffant updo has lately been spotted on several catwalks, countless red carpets and, most recently, in Prada's Fall/Winter 2011 ad campaign featuring the gorgeous Miranda Kerr. This style is a serious head-turner and is not one for the shy among us, but yes, it can be created at home with just a little bit of practice. Here's how it's done.

Kate Beckinsale bouffant
Kate Beckinsale knows how to create drama with a perfect, sky-high bouffant.

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The elusive 'miracle product'

July 11th 2010 05:26
Quite often I get emails asking me to recommend the ideal product for such-and-such hair type, with such-and-such being the desired result. Whether it's extra shine, manageability, gorgeous soft curls, or the repair of major damage that people are looking for, invariably there will be a product on the market that will suit their requirements perfectly.... the problem is in finding it, because every person's hair-related needs will be different. Despite what advertisers will tell you, there is no such thing as a 'miracle product' for everyone - only products that work better for some people than they do for others.

Shiny hair
The product that makes this girl's hair so shiny would make someone else's hair look terrible.

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Taking care of your hairbrush

July 4th 2010 03:18
We can spend hours reading about how to improve the look and feel of our hair, and yet so often, we neglect to learn how to take care of our hair styling instruments. What's great is that looking after your hairbrushes and combs is not difficult or unpleasant, and it takes just a few minutes a month to keep them in optimum condition. Here's a handful of tips on how to take care of your hairbrush, so that it lasts the distance and keeps your hair looking its best.

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A healthy hairbrush will take you one step closer to healthy hair.

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A simple test to determine your hair's health

June 25th 2010 01:20
Extremely damaged hair is not hard to spot. The symptoms are obvious: it feels dry and porous, tangles easily, and will make an awful crunching sound when rolled between your fingertips. But slightly damaged hair is not as easy to diagnose, unless you know this little trick... a technique that one of London's top hairstylists, Tom Thaw, calls "strange but true." Interested? Read on!

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Test your hair's health in 30 seconds flat.

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Celebrity Hair: Katy Perry

June 16th 2010 15:09
For someone who grew up listening to nothing but gospel music, Katy Perry certainly knew how make her move in the world of pop! Known for her saucy lyrics, unique fashion choices and for being the girl who brought comedian Russell Brand's less-than-monogamous lifestyle to a screeching halt (the two are engaged to be married), Katy Perry's hair has also become something of a talking point - it's been long, short, blonde and... blue? (That may have been a wig.) With her next album due out in less than two months' time, we can expect to be seeing a lot more of Miss Perry, but for now, here's a gallery of photos devoted to her gorgeous hair.

Katy Perry hair
Fringed and fabulous

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