It is normal to shed hair every day and the truth is we loose between 100-125 hairs on any given day. Hair that is shed falls out at the end of growth cycle. At any given time 10% of our hair is in what is called a “resting phase” and after 2-3 months resting, hair falls out and new hair grows in its place. Some people, however, experience more hair loss than is normal.

As we get older both women and men experience an increase in hair loss; it is a normal port of the aging process. The clinical name for this phenomenon is ‘Androgenic Alopecia’, and it accounts for more than 95% of all hair loss in individuals. Androgenic Alopecia affects some people more than others, and is more pronounced in some families. It is so common that in men it is often referred to as Male Pattern Baldness (MPB).

Characteristic signs of Androgenic Alopecia are a receding hairline and / or baldness on the top of the head in men. In women, hair loss is more uniformly distributed and presents itself as noticeable thinning over the entire scalp.

Hormones are a large determinant of the time of onset and severity of Androgenic Alopecia. Testosterone can be found in both men and women, and some of the testosterone is converted to Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in both genders. DHT has the effect of shrinking hair follicles and thickening of scalp tissue. As the scalp becomes less elastic and thicker, blood flow is restricted and hair follicles begin to atrophy. As a result, when hair is lost, less hair re-emerges to replace it. Since men produce more testosterone in their bodies than women, they generally experience more hair loss over time than women do.

While Androgenic Alopecia is the number one reason why individuals experience hair loss, it is not the only one. Medical conditions such as hypothyroidism, ringworm and fungal infections can cause hair loss. Certain medications such as blood thinners, gout medication, birth control pills and too much vitamin A can cause sudden or abnormal hair loss as can following a crash diet, sudden hormonal changes, chemotherapy and radiation.

Pregnancy, surgery and stress are also implicated in hair loss. In cases where these types of physical or mental stress are involved the resulting hair loss usually occurs three to four months following the stress. This is because when the stress occurs an abnormal number of hair follicles enter the resting or dormant phase; when it terminates these hairs fall out and there is a gap in time until new hair replaces them. If the stress is continuous, the gap grows longer.

Placing undue manipulative stress on the hair itself can cause hair loss as well. Excessive brushing or combing, tight curlers or tight pigtails can irritate the scalp and eventually scar it causing permanent hair loss. Aggressive hair treatments such as multiple permanents or hot oil treatments can do the same thing.

Of all of the base causes of hair loss listed above, Androgenic Alopecia accounts for the vast majority of early onset hair loss cases. Fortunately it is often the most treatable cause. Treatment programs such as Provillus suppress the production of DHT in the body while also providing the nutrients necessary for healthy hair growth. Consequently hair regrowth usually results from consistent use over a period of several months. If you are one of the millions of men or women faced with premature hair loss you can avert the embarrassment and heartache that comes with hair loss by using a product like Provillus to preserve and care for your hair.

The Tigi ranges of hair products are some of the funkiest urban ranges of hair products you can get. With ranges to suit all needs for the young and cool fashionista, you’re guaranteed to find the right product to get a truly great style that you are looking for. Choose from Tigi Bed Head, Tigi Bed Head Body, Tigi Catwalk and Tigi S-factor.

Tigi Bed Head
Tigi Bed Head Shampoo: - With a shampoo to suit every hair type, and a great selection of shampoos to choose from, choose Tigi’s Bed Head range, for clean and great smelling hair.
Tigi Bed Head Conditioner: - It’s never been easier to treat your hair and pamper it to a healthy and radiant condition, with Tigi Bed Head conditioners.
Tigi Bed Head Styling: - Funk up or spike your hair! Add texture and shine. Tigi Bed Head Styling is the ideal range for creating the style.

Tigi Bed Head Body
Creamy Dreamy Orange Body Lotion: - The motion of this lotion will hydrate your skin from head to toe with the creamiest, dreamiest scent in the universe. It’s not heaven; it’s your body.
Papayarazzi Body Lotion: - Lavish this hydrating lotion onto skin for a sumptuous moisturising treat. This luxurious body lotion has a scrumptious papaya fragrance.
Papayarazzi Body Wash: - This Papaya scented wash will leave skin soft, gently cleansed and smelling truly exotic! This luxurious body lotion has a sweet papaya fragrance.

Tigi Catwalk
Tigi Catwalk Shampoo: - Let your hair shine and be the envy of all your friends. Get great-looking healthy hair every day with Tigi Catwalk Shampoo.
Tigi Catwalk Conditioner: - Tame that sexy main and let it shine. Give it the condition it deserves and keep your hair looking super sexy with Tigi Catwalk Conditioner.
Tigi Catwalk Styling: - Keep your hair up to date with the latest style. You can have the style and the look you want with the Tigi Catwalk Styling range.

Tigi S-factor
Tigi S-factor Shampoo: - Re-strengthen and fully cleanse your coloured, dry or frizzy hair with these premium quality treatments made especially for you and your hair.
Tigi S-factor Conditioner: - Get the knots out! Smooth and you’re your hair with this fantastic range of conditioners made especially for frizzy or damaged hair, or fine, dry or coloured hair!
Tigi S-factor Styling: - Change your hair style day in and day out with these easy to carry, nutrient-filled treatments.

Having great hair is easy when you have the right products. And finding the right products is easy when you have a company like TIGI doing all of the hard work for you. Tigi is ‘the rage’ and the latest fashion choice of hair products for young and funky urban people today. Find the nearest Tigi stockist to you, and try out their fabulous products. You’ll be glad you did.

You may or may not know this, but there is a ‘right’ way to wash your hair. If you have not been washing your hair properly, when you do, you should notice a big difference in the shine, bounce, health and cleanliness of your hair. But like many others, it is likely that you were never shown how to wash your hair properly and as a result you do not have the great looking hair that you really want.

Step 1. - To start. Start off by getting your hair brush and use it to brush your hair well before you even start to wash it. Brushing your hair will loosen dirt, prevent hair breakage and keep the number of hairs in the drain to a minimum. After you have brushed, it’s time to get your hair really good and wet. It is hard to wash hair that has not been thoroughly moistened so make sure that you give your hair a good soaking.

Step 2. - Applying shampoo. A common mistake that many people make when washing their hair is the amount of shampoo they use. Often people will just add a big dollop to the palm of their hand and then start rubbing it in. This is not the way to do it. If you are using the very highest quality hair care products (which is always recommended) you only need use a small amount as professional hair products are usually more concentrated.

Step 3. - How to wash your hair properly. Massaging/scrubbing too vigorously and not leaving shampoo on long enough, are the two main mistakes people usually make when washing their hair. After you have applied the shampoo to your hair, the proper way to wash it is too gently massage your hair and scalp. Giving your hair a ‘good scrub’ will not make your hair any cleaner and could damage your scalp. After massaging your scalp, shampoo can be left in your hair for 5 minutes to get a good clean.

Step 4. - Rinse and Repeat. After you have given your hair a proper shampooing, you need to get al the grime, dirt and shampoo lather out of your locks. It’s important that when you rinse your hair, your rinse it properly. There can still be plenty of shampoo left in your hair, even after you think you have rinsed it out. When you have given you hair a thorough rinsing, you can if need be give you hair a second wash. Your hair is clean when it squeaks.

You can make a big difference to the look and the feel of your hair when you begin washing it properly. It’s easy to do, just go through the 4 steps outlined above and you will have clean and healthy looking in no time, every time. And if you use top quality hair products that salon a professional uses, you will really begin to notice the difference and be pleased with how healthy and clean looking your hair can become.