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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Monday, November 7, 2011

Methods for Taking On Men's Hair Loss

By Elena Lopes


Men's hair loss is quite a sensitive topic. It can be difficult for most men to accept this loss gracefully. Some fight mightily to cover up the fact that it is happening at all. Others spend months or even years in denial as their hair gets thinner and sparser. Here are some ways to minimize hair loss's effect on your life. Obviously, you're not the only one seeing less hair than you used to; it's okay to talk about it.

You can deal with hair loss using one of the more popular products called Provilus. You can combat hair loss by applying this medication either topically or orally. Provillus will aid your scalp to grow hair in areas it has stopped and continue your natural hair growth. Provillus has yet to be approved by the FDA.

So, before you spend a lot of money on it talk do your doctor. A doctor is the safest bet in determining if this product will work for you.

Because they are made with real hair, getting hair plugs is a more realistic option. When trying to deal with hair loss, this option is more logical as it uses real hair. The thing is, not all men take to plugs the same way. For some the procedure is uneventful, with no issues. Others don't fare as well. It is possible for your scalp to reject the plugs which can cause different scalp conditions and infections. Talk to your doctor and do your research before you choose this method of combating your hair loss.

A shorter hairstyle will work better when you start to lose your hair than does a longer style. Hair loss is actually accentuated by a longer hairstyle. Caring for shorter hairstyles is easier than with longer ones. They look better on people who are facing men's hair loss. Another bonus to a shorter haircut is that it can actually help hide your hair loss.

When you decide to "take on" men's hair loss there will be several factors that help you decide which method to use. Your personal chemistry, hormones and your physical make-up will determine a lot. Your current health will determine which method is the best for you.

Determine whether you prefer western or eastern medicine. Before you can determine the best method for you, you will need to accept the fact that you are losing your hair. There is no law that says you shouldn't fight against losing your hair. There is only advice that you do what you can to make healthy choices.




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