Marine algae are relatively common raw sources for cosmeceutical products.1 The photoprotective compounds identified among marine algae range from mycosporinelike amino acids, sulfated polysaccharides, and carotenoids to polyphenols, all of which are noted for absorbing UV and conferring antioxidant, matrix metalloproteinase–suppressing, anti-aging, and immunomodulatory effects.2 Such biologic activities understandably account for the interest in harnessing […]
Hair loss: Dr Ranj discusses causes of male pattern baldness Androgenic alopecia offers a case study into the complexity of hair loss. As Harvard Health explains, in either sex, hair loss from androgenetic alopecia occurs because of a genetically determined shortening of anagen – a hair’s growing phase – and a lengthening of the time […]
Hair loss can be a natural part of the ageing process, and most of the time, it’s nothing to worry about. We can even lose up to 100 hairs on our bodies every day, without even noticing. But you could prolong the life of your locks by regularly eating avocados, it’s been revealed. Losing your […]
Hair loss generally falls into two categories – temporary or permanent. Temporary forms of hair loss include side effects of cancer treatment or a response to stressful situations. The common cause of permanent hair loss is androgenetic alopecia, which occurs because of a genetically determined shortening of anagen – a hair’s growing phase – and […]
Hair loss treatments can quickly get expensive and invasive so natural solutions are more appealing. Knowing where to begin can seem overwhelming – particularly as there is no short supply of sham products to sift through. Fortunately, evidence can provide a way through the morass. READ MORE Hair loss treatment: The drink that could help […]
Cedarwood essential oil helps to promote hair growth and also reduce loss by balancing the oil-producing glands in the scalp. Cedarwood also has antifungal and antibacterial properties which can treat different conditions that may contribute to dandruff or hair loss. READ MORE Coronavirus vaccine: Scientists discover antibodies used for a vaccine In a study with […]
