Trichotillomania is considered an impulse control disorder characterised by repetitive, irresistible urges to pull out the hair on the scalp and different areas of the body like the eyelashes and eyebrows. In this disorder, sufferers feel an intense desire to pull out...
People’s desire to have blemish-free, younger-looking skin has paved the way for innumerable beauty products and treatments. Currently, when it comes to facial treatments, the latest craze is LED facial therapy. What Is LED Facial Therapy? LED facial therapy, also...
Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss. While it is non-life threatening and not physically debilitating, this condition has far-reaching emotional and psychological effects, especially for certain groups like women, teenagers and young adults. Hence, it’s...
Alopecia universalis (AU) is the most severe form of alopecia areata (AA), a hair loss condition which causes bald patches on the scalp. In alopecia universalis, complete loss of hair on the different parts of the body happens. Considered to be a rare condition, it...
If you are losing clumps of hair and seeing bald patches, it is best to see a hair and scalp expert right away as you may be suffering from a condition called alopecia areata. What Is Alopecia Areata? Alopecia areata is a condition which results in smooth, circular...
Hair thinning or balding is not unusual in aging men and women. Yet, despite being a natural part of growing old, hair loss causes dread for many people. One reason for this is the persisting belief that having beautiful hair is necessary for one to be attractive. The...
