What causes hair loss?

Male Pattern Baldness (MPB) is a genetic trait. It’s called Androgenetic Alopecia. It’s inherited from your family. If the men in your family are showing a bald spot on the crown, it’s likely you will too.

This is an issue men have been dealing with for centuries. According to legend, Julius Caesar invented the laurel leaf wreath to cover his receding hairline.

Too bad Julius didn’t have access to Provillus in the days of the Roman Empire.

MPB results from genetic traits, and hormonal causes. Provillus can’t change your genetic history, but it can help with the hormonal causes.

DHT is the hormone involved in hair loss

DHT (dihydrotestostrone) is derived from androgen, a male hormone. As the androgen circulates through the bloodstream, it is converted to DHT by the enzyme, 5-alpha reductase. DHT tends to bind to hair follicle receptors,
causing the follicles to sprout thinner and thinner hairs until nothing regrows, and the follicles eventually wither away.

The life cycle of normal hair growth

Normally, hair has three phases of growth:

  • Anagen – The growth phase, lasts for two to six years. Usually 90% of the hair is in growth phase.
  • Catagen -- A transient phase lasting a few weeks. The hair becomes thinner and the follicle starts shrinking.
  • Telogen – The thinned hairs fall off to make way for new hair. This lasts for two to four months.

When excess DHT is in the bloodstream, it shortens the Anagen, or growth phase, and causes premature shrinkage of the follicles. Because the DHT is bound to the follicle, often the hair will not re-grow normally.


Provillus helps block DHT from strangling your hair follicles.

Minoxidil, the ingredient clinically proven, and approved by the FDA for re-growing your hair, inhibits DHT. This powerful active ingredient works in your hair follicles.

We add a nourishing blend of natural herbs and minerals to the formula for men. These herbs and minerals support and provide nourishment to nourish your scalp and hair.

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Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Dos And Donts Of Smooth And Healthy Hair For Men

By Eugene Yeng


Women and men all want a healthy mane. Salons and stylists earn top dollars for providing people with locks that flow and shine. Most people do not understand how to do this on their own. If they follow the best dos and donts of smooth healthy hair rules it is possible to attain the beauty on their own without the use of the salon. The cost can be expensive to go to the beauty shop on a regular basis. Why not try out some of these rules and see for yourself?

Most people will wash their hair daily. They do not take the time to make sure that it is done correctly. Rubbing creates friction which will tangle the hair and add time to prepare and style it. Stopping this will prevent breakage and shorten the time to comb the hair of knots. Section the mane in sections and wash each section separately. This will decrease the amount of knots and tangles.

Just because a shampoo is expensive and is a name brand does not mean that it is the best. Most companies use sodium lauryl sulfate as an ingredient in shampoo. This is harsh and does not benefit your locks. Do not buy any bottles that contain this ingredient. It will make your strands dry and no amount of conditioner will supply moisture back into it.

Moisture applied on a daily basis helps keep your locks smooth and supple. A good conditioner is one that will be light and will not sit on top without penetrating the follicles. Anyone that has dry or damaged locks may need an additional conditioning treatment to help get it healthy.

Wet strands can be damaged easily. Brushing is not good for wet locks. It can break off with this action. Allow it to dry before you attempt to brush the strands. Any breakage that happens takes a while to grow back. This can make your style appear uneven and your stylist may request that it be cut. If you stop brushing while wet it can make a chance in the length of your mane over time.

Although most people will use a blow dryer, curling iron, flat iron or other pieces of equipment to get locks dry they should not be used often. Heat damages your strands. They become dry and harsh. The shaft becomes rough and attains split ends and knots. The only way to get rid of it is to cut it off. Heat can also make your mane appear frizzy and dry. Try to air dry when possible. Using rollers to set your locks can also cut down on damage. These methods may take longer to get dry, but they keep your locks healthier.

The right equipment is key to a healthy mane. Owning the wrong comb and brush can be detrimental to your mane. A rough brush can pull your strands out from the follicle. A cheap comb can tangle your locks.

The dos and donts of smooth healthy hair will help you attain the beautiful mane you desire. You can stop making damaging mistakes that prevent growth. Your strands will benefit from these tips.




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