How Does George Clooney Do It?

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At 52 years old, George Clooney continues to keep his remarkably full hairline. Which leaves many asking, how does he do it? As most people know, the hair loss risk increases with age. But, specifically, at his age, Mr. Clooney is defying a nearly 50-percent chance of hair loss! Again, how does he do it?  

It's my guess that Mr. Clooney has taken a very proactive approach in protecting his hairline over the last 10 to 20 years, and probably uses some type of preventative treatment - like FDA approved Propecia. I also wouldn't be surprised if he's used Rogaine from time to time (although treatment should be consistent to be effective) and low level laser therapy.

Just a hunch, but hair as good as his usually requires medical intervention. But will it last forever? Not without medical treatments like the ones I described above. Hair loss today is a treatable condition but proactive treatment and early detections are key to achieving optimal results! 

Are Celebrities Causing Razor Sales to Decline?

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From Brad Pitt and George Clooney to Hugh Jackman and David Beckham, are just some of big names stars embracing the growing beard trend. But are these guys really responsible for razor sales taking a dive? 

According to a new TIME article, both Gillette and Schick have recently reported that their razor sales are down, way down. In fact, market research predicts shaving products will lose their hold in the male grooming market for the first time ever this year. 

And if you need more evidence of beards making a comeback, facial hair transplants are on the rise! Yes, you read that right. Some men are willing to take serious measures to get that scruffy look. 

If you aren't blessed with enviable facial hair, a facial hair transplant might be just what you are looking for to restore or enhance areas of facial hair which are lacking. To learn more, click here. 

Read the TIME article, here. 

DOCTOR RADIO - TONIGHT!

Join us at 7:30pm ET tonight when I will be the featured guest on the Men's Health Show on "Doctor Radio" on SiriusXM - channel 81. 

Tune in and join our conversation, topics will include common hair loss problems for men, as well as tips to prevent male pattern baldness and also new weapons to battle hair loss. 

Feel free to tweet me questions in advance to @DrAlanBauman.

O, Magazine's Hair Extravaganza!

I was recently asked to discuss female hair loss with O, Magazine for their September issue, which is available on newsstands now. The 'Hair Extravaganza' issue is packed with info on all things hair related, look for it today, it shouldn't be hard to spot since Oprah is on the cover sporting a reported 3 1/2lb. wig! 

Key facts about women’s hair loss: 

• Over 30 million women in the US suffer from hair loss
• More than half of all women over 40 experience hair loss
• Women can inherit a ‘hair loss gene,’ just like men
• Hair loss occurs differently in women than in men - i.e., “thinning”
• Hormonal changes and nutrition often play a key factor in women’s hair loss - due to menopause or perimenopause, pregnancy, medications, crash diets and bad health
• New genetic tests can predict a woman’s risk of hair loss and their response to treatment

DETAILS.com - Foods that Prevent Hair Loss

Did you know that iron and protein deficiencies are among the most common nutritional triggers for unhealthy hair, while vitamins, especially B, are important to the overall health of your hair and preventing hair loss and thinning? 

Many people don't realize that what they eat, or don't eat, can impact the health of their hair. 

DETAILS magazine recently asked for my input for an online story on foods that prevent hair loss. In the article, we discuss how to get the 7 essential anti-balding vitamins, including omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and selenium.

You can read the whole article here. 

Interview: Fight Frizzy Hair Days - METRO

The weather this summer has been less than ideal in many areas of the country. From rainy days to hot and humid afternoons, frizzy hair has no doubt been rampant. 

So what can you do to fight the frizz? Well, you could always cut all your hair off! But if you aren't ready to take such extreme measures, you can learn about how to fight frizzy hair days in my recent interview with Metro New York, where we discuss the causes of frizz and also how to treat it! 

You can read the article here. 

Beyonce Says Goodbye to Extensions

Long luscious hair, in the form of hair extensions, have been a staple of Beyonce's look for years now, but she debuted a new look this morning on Instagram: a pixie cut! It is hard to say whether her new cut is the result of the scuffle she had with an industrial fan during a recent show, where her hair got caught during her routine, or if she was seeing damage from the extensions. Maybe the busy superstar mom was just ready for a change, whatever the motivation, she looks great! 

Hair extensions have become a dangerously popular trend in, and out, of Hollywood, but unfortunately, many women don't realize that they are actually extremely harmful to the hair follicles. Because of the excess weight and pulling, hair extensions, when worn too much, can lead to a type of hair loss called "traction alopecia." Traction alopecia is a form of "scarring alopecia" and characterized by an obliteration of the hair follicles. Hair transplantation is the most effective way to reverse this condition.

I hope that women take Beyonce's new look as an example and consider saying goodbye to their hair extensions! 

AUG: Hair Loss Awareness Month

Over 80 million Americans (50 million men and 30 million women), suffer from hair loss - and, together, they spend more than $3.5 billion a year on treatments. But, much of the time, this money is wasted on treatments that either don’t work, or don’t work as well as they should.

Since August is National Hair Loss Awareness Month, it’s a great time for consumers (and doctors) to take a closer look at several cutting-edge new treatments out there that are delivering promising results.

Here are my top recommendations for new treatments:

• LaserCap - Low level laser therapy is an exciting new FDA cleared treatment option that’s particularly well-suited for women. The best device out there is the ‘LaserCap,’ which delivers clinical-grade light energy over the entire scalp to stimulate weak or dying hair follicles.
• Formula 82M - A new upgrade on the FDA-approved topical treatment minoxidil (aka Rogaine). Formula 82M has a better delivery mechanism, less side effects, and dramatically improves the efficacy of this powerful treatment.
• Vampire PRP Cell Therapy - Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a well-known regenerative treatment used in sports injuries, nerve damage and oral surgery. Its powerful growth factors can also help restore dwindling hair follicles.
• Latisse/bimatoprost - FDA-approved to grow longer, thicker eyelashes, Latisse is also an effective treatment for regrowing hair on the scalp.
• Viviscal Pro - This marine-derived nutritional supplement has been scientifically tested for its effectiveness in helping to boost the hair. Some of Hollywood’s top stars use it.
• Shampoos - Pantene’s new Thickening Treatment can make hair look thicker, denser and fuller. Other shampoo products can also affect the action of the hair-killing hormone DHT.
• NeoGraft FUE Hair Transplant - For women who are past the point of recovery with Formula 82M, Latisse and low level lasers, a new minimally-invasive procedure called NeoGraft FUE is the only option. This new no-scalpel/no-stitch micro-surgical hair transplant offers dramatic results for patients.