Understanding Alopecia

Hair loss is a common problem that affects millions of men, women, and children. For some people hair loss is temporary but for countless others hair loss is a persistent problem that seems to have no end. While people experience hair loss for a variety of reasons, the most common cause of hair loss is Alopecia. While Alopecia describes loss of hair from areas where hair normally grows. It comes in a variety of patterns with a variety of causes.

Alopecia Areata (AA)

Alopecia Areata is a common autoimmune disorder that occurs when the immune system of the body targets the hair follicles and disturbs the natural hair growth and formation. With Alopecia Areata, hair falls out leaving small smooth bald patches on the scalp.   

Alopecia Totalis (AT)

Alopecia Totallis is an autoimmune disorder that results in the total loss of hair, but only on the scalp. Just like with AA, this condition occurs when the immune system starts attacking the hair follicles.   

Alopecia Universalis (AU)

Alopecia Universalis is an autoimmune disorder and the most advanced type of Alopecia. This condition results in the total hair loss all over the body, including eyebrows, eyelashes, and nasal cavity. It’s especially important for those with this condition to take extra care to protect themselves from the sun, bacteria and other potentially harmful elements.

Alopecia Barbae

Alopecia barbae is a form of Alopecia Areata that is localized to the beard area. It can be a single bald patch or more extensive hair loss across the whole of the beard area. While the exact cause of this condition is still unknown, studies indicate that heredity and autoimmune diseases might play a factor.

Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA)

Androgenetic Alopecia, more commonly known as Male & Female Pattern Baldness, is the most common form of hair loss in both men and women. For men who experience male pattern baldness their hairline recedes causing an “M” shape to form. Their hair also thins near the top of their head causing partial or complete baldness. For women who experience female pattern baldness their hair becomes thinner all over the head, but the hairline does not recede. Women who experience Androgenetic Alopecia rarely go completely bald. Researchers have found that a variety of genetic and environmental factors likely play a role in causing Androgenetic Alopecia.

Scarring Alopecias (Cicatricial Alopecias)

The term "Cicatricial Alopecias" refers to a diverse group of rare disorders that destroy the hair follicle, replace it with scar tissue, and cause permanent hair loss. While the cause of this condition is not well understood, what is known, is that redness, heat, pain, or swelling occurs at the upper part of the hair follicle.

Traction Alopecia

Traction Alopecia is a type of hair loss that occurs over time and is caused by putting the hair under constant strain or tension. The constant tension in the affected area either pulls out the hairs' roots completely, or causes the follicles to become inflamed. Over time the damage to the follicles can cause them to waste away or stop producing hair all together. This condition is most commonly found in people with ponytails or cornrows who pull on their hair with excessive force.

If you’re ready to fight back against Alopecia then IHRS is here to help. At IHRS, we can help determine the root of your problem and provide hair restoration solutions that are designed specifically to meet the individual and unique needs of each of our clients. Don’t wait a moment longer visit www.Hair4Me.com or call (904) 425-5097 to schedule your free consultation today!

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Sensigraft Working Wonders

Hair loss, thinning, balding – it will eventually happen to all of us, without choice. But, whether or not you do something about it – that IS your choice.

Let’s take a look at one of our clients – Virg. Virg began to lose his hair during his late 40’s-early 50’s. Like most people experiencing hair loss- it was quite disturbing for him. He began to wear ball caps all of the time and avoided mirrors.

“I finally decided that enough was enough and made an appointment to do something about my hair loss.” 

Virg used SensiGraft to restore his hair. Sensigraft is the latest in state-of-the-art hair restoration and replacement solutions designed specifically to meet the needs of our clients. It is a non-surgical and permanent hair graft for men.

Completely natural

Sensigraft is an almost non-detectable to sight or even to touch because the hair graft is made from the finest human or synthetic hair. It leaves a natural look, so real that it actually looks like growing hair. Best of all- it’s very easy to style! 

“SensiGraft has not only given me back my hair, but it has changed my entire outlook on life.  As a professional businessman, I can tell you that restoring my hair has also restored my self-confidence which has had a very positive influence in both my professional and personal life. I can truly say that I am much happier with a full head of hair.”

Don’t wait any longer!

So, what are you waiting for? IHRS is here to help you transform your thinning, damaged hair to a full head of hair! We are here to help you feel and look your best.

At International Hair Restoration Systems, we constantly strive to give you the freedom to choose what the absolute best solution is for you. Our hair procedures are individually designed to meet the needs and budgets of our clients. If you are just starting to notice hair loss or you simply want to do something about the baldness you have, Visit www.Hair4Me.com or call us at: 904-425-5097 to book a FREE consultation.

Begin restoring your self-confidence today.

The Faces of Our Billboards

 Many are taking the next step in redefining their hair growth. You see many of our clients' success stories and transformations on our website or on our billboards. These are clients that have seen the dramatic results of hair restoration and replacement first-hand and no longer worry about thinning hair and hair loss, and how it impacts their daily lives. Let’s take a look at one of our billboards and those whose pictures are on it.

The gentleman on the left began losing his hair at a very young age. First he was a client of International Hair Restoration Systems and is now the owner after purchasing the business. He has been in Jacksonville for over 20 years and had the latest in nonsurgical grafting. After seeing the transformation IHRS aided him with, he wanted to help others with their own personal transformation as well.

Linda (right) is a client who experienced extreme thinning hair as she aged. After coming to IHRS for solutions, her hair is now looking better than ever. Linda used Reallusions® Hair Loss Replacement to restore her hair. Reallusions® is one of many solutions we offer for women.

What is Reallusions®?

Reallusions® is a non-surgical hair loss replacement technology that virtually becomes a part of you, attaining the perfect natural result that you desire. Reallusions® hair replacement system is designed especially for women. This system bridges the gap between surgical transplants and chemicals and the conventional hair loss replacement. Reallusions® is not a wig or hair piece. It offers a permanent solution to thinning hair that is non-surgical.
 

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                        International HairRestoration Systems is Jacksonville’s premiere hair restoration clinic. We offer the latest technology in hair restoration solutions for both men and women.  These include hair and scalp treatments, non-medical hair replacement, laser hair therapy treatments and hair transplants. We extend every courtesy and accommodation to our clients to ensure a pleasant experience. With convenient, discreet off-street parking, our hair restoration center is specifically designed for your comfort and privacy. We believe you’ll find our service exceptional.

IT'S EASY TO GET EXPERT ADVICE AND ANSWERS to your particular questions and concerns. It's completely confidential. It's also completely free. So why not request your free, no-obligation hair loss evaluation and consultation today.

Karen’s Story

Even though young, there are an abundance of reasons why women in their 20s-40s are losing their hair. Among many factors, chemotherapy treatments have been known to cause hair loss. Patients undergoing chemotherapy treatments may experience mild thinning while others might experience complete hair loss. But why do these treatments cause hair loss? The drugs aim to seize the cancer cells that divide at an extremely high rate. Other cells in our body that divide rapidly, such as our hair follicle cells, are slowed as well because the drugs cannot tell the difference between the types of cells.

One might not ever think about how important their hair is to them until they are losing it. This was the case for our client, Karen, who was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 39. “I guess, sadly, one of the first thoughts after “am I going to die” was “what about my hair?” It is so shallow to say because the hair doesn’t matter, but especially being a woman, it does matter.” Karen battled her hair loss simply by doing something about it. She knew there were alternatives available. She took the first step: calling International Hair Restoration Systems and getting her free consultation.

“It was amazing and just having a full head of hair was incredible.  To be able to go out in any situation and realize that nobody is looking twice at my hair because it’s not thin- It’s a full head of hair!  It’s a wonderful thing!”

Watch the video below to hear Karen's journey towards hair restoration

Hair restoration worked for Karen, and it can work for you too. With IHRS, hair restoration becomes a solution within your reach. We offer the latest technology for both men and women.  These include hair and scalp treatments, non-medical hair replacement, laser hair therapy treatments and hair transplants. We extend every courtesy and accommodation to our clients to ensure a pleasant experience. With convenient, discreet off-street parking, our hair restoration center is specifically designed for your comfort and privacy. We believe you’ll find our service exceptional. Visit http://Hair4Me.com/ or call (904) 425-5097 to schedule your free consultation today!

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 International Hair Restoration Systems is Jacksonville’s premiere hair restoration clinic. We offer the latest technology in hair restoration solutions for both men and women.  These include hair and scalp treatments, non-medical hair replacement, laser hair therapy treatments and hair transplants. We extend every courtesy and accommodation to our clients to ensure a pleasant experience. With convenient, discreet off-street parking, our hair restoration center is specifically designed for your comfort and privacy. We believe you’ll find our service exceptional.

IT'S EASY TO GET EXPERT ADVICE AND ANSWERS to your particular questions and concerns. It's completely confidential. It's also completely free. So why not request your free, no-obligation hair loss evaluation and consultation today. 

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Vitamins and Nutrients for Optimum Hair Health

Making sure we are getting the right nutrients is just as important for our overall health as it is for the health of our hair. Maintaining the health of your hair doesn’t have to be hard. There are many vitamin-rich foods available that support healthy hair growth.  

Biotin
Biotin is a B-complex vitamin that helps reduce hair thinning and grow healthier and stronger hair by increasing scalp circulation and rejuvenating hair follicles. Foods such as nuts, oats, root vegetables, and eggs are some of the best sources of Biotin.

Iron
Iron is an essential mineral that has several important roles in the body. Iron is responsible for helping to make red blood cells that carry oxygen around the body to all the cells, which is essential for healthy hair growth. Iron can be found in blackstrap molasses, green leafy vegetables, leeks, cashews, dried fruits, figs, and berries.

Vitamin C
Collagen surrounds hair strands but breaks down as we age making hair more vulnerable to breakage. Taking Vitamin C helps prevent breakage by increasing collagen production.

Fatty Acids
Getting enough essential fatty acids are important for cell growth, blood circulation, and supporting healthy hair follicles. Essential fatty acids such as Omega-3 also help add luster, sheen, and elasticity to your hair. Foods that contain essential fatty acids include walnuts, flax seeds, fish and avocados.
 
MSM
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) helps increase the production of keratin (a protein found in hair) and helps strengthen hair follicles. You can find MSM in leafy vegetables, such as Swiss chard, cabbage and watercress. Raw vegetables contain a higher amount than cooked vegetables.

If the health of your hair requires more than just adding a few vitamin-rich foods to your daily routine than International Hair Restoration Systems in Jacksonville, Florida is here to help. Call today to schedule your free private, confidential consolation, at (904) 425-5097.

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IT'S EASY TO GET EXPERT ADVICE AND ANSWERS to your particular questions and concerns. It's completely confidential. It's also completely free. So why not request your free, no-obligation hair loss evaluation and consultation today. 

http://www.foodmatters.tv/articles-1/11-foods-and-natural-remedies-for-healthy-hair-growth

http://www.truehairgrowth.com/the-four-best-vitamins-for-hair-growth

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NeoGraft Hair Transplant System at IHRS

Over 40% of Men will experience some form of visible hair loss by the time their 35 and 65% of women will experience visible hair loss by the time they reach 60. However, with NeoGraft men and women don’t have to worry about their hair loss anymore.

NeoGraft uses the Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) hair transplant method. With FUE there is no need to remove a piece of the scalp because the hair follicles are removed directly from the donor area. The individual hair follicles are removed from the scalp in their naturally occurring groupings of about 1 to 4 hairs and are then placed in the areas of the scalp where balding has occurred.

The NeoGraft transplant method offers a lot of benefits. Since there is no scalpel, incision, or sutures involved patients don’t have to worry about linear scars and there is little to no risk of complications. This method cuts patient recovery time in half and provides more natural looking hair results than you get from the traditional strip method. NeoGraft also treats male and female pattern baldness in half the time as many other hair restoration and transplant procedures currently available.

"NeoGraft is less invasive and offers more comfort to our patients. We are the exclusive provider of this technique in the Jacksonville area, and our patients benefit from it."

For over 30 years IHRS has been helping men and women with the latest techniques in hair replacement and restoration procedures. If you’re ready to start living the life you want with the hair you desire than visit hair4me.com or call (904) 425-5097 to get the advice you want from the hair loss experts.

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IT'S EASY TO GET EXPERT ADVICE AND ANSWERS to your particular questions and concerns. It's completely confidential. It's also completely free. So why not request your free, no-obligation hair loss evaluation and consultation today. 

International Hair Restoration Systems is Jacksonville’s premiere hair restoration clinic. We offer the latest technology in hair restoration solutions for both men and women.  These include hair and scalp treatments, non medical hair replacement, laser hair therapy treatments and hair transplants. We extend every courtesy and accommodation to our clients to ensure a pleasant experience. With convenient, discreet off-street parking, our hair restoration center is specifically designed for your comfort and privacy. We believe you’ll find our service exceptional.

Disclaimer: These solutions may not work for you.

No Heat Hair Styles

Get Curly Hair

1. Twist and Clip

Begin by separating your hair into sections and twist each section tightly. The smaller each section, the tighter the curl. Next, coil the twisted section and pin it to the top of your head. Once your hair has air dried, remove the clips and separate the strands. Don’t run your fingers through the hair — just toss your hair around so that the curls come apart naturally.

2. Rod Rollers 

Start by rolling 1- to 2-inch sections of wet hair into small, flexible rod rollers. Be sure to wrap the hair away from your face. Once hair has air dried, remove rollers, flip your head over and lightly run your fingers through your hair to break up the curls. If needed, spritz hair spray for extra hold.

Get Wavy Hair

1. Braided Waves

Begin by separating your wet hair down the middle into two even sections. Then, braid the sections tightly and finish by tightening the ends with a hair tie. Gently unbraid your hair when it’s dry. Once both braids have been undone, gently separate the waves with your fingers.

2. All Bunned Up

Starting with damp hair, flip your head over, twist all your hair and roll it into a bun at the top of your head. Undo bun once hair has dried for loose waves.

Get Straight Hair

1. Keep Your Cool

Dry hair upside down using the cold setting of the hair dryer and a round brush. While the heat setting would be the quicker option, using the cold setting will allow for a smoother, shinier, end result.

2. On a Roll

Start by rolling your hair into a couple of large soft rollers and remove once hair is dried. Using a large paddle brush, brush through your hair. This will leave your hair straight but with lots of volume.  

At IHRS our mission is to educate you about hair loss and provide you with a real solution to your hair loss using state-of-the-art proven techniques and procedures. We are committed to helping you discover that the look and feel that you always wanted is actually attainable.

If you are having hair loss issues and wish to receive expert advice on what to do, call IHRS today for a free consultation from a trained professional. We give straight answers and real solutions! Call (904) 425-5097.

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IT'S EASY TO GET EXPERT ADVICE AND ANSWERS to your particular questions and concerns. It's completely confidential. It's also completely free. So why not request your free, no-obligation hair loss evaluation and consultation today.

International Hair Restoration Systems is Jacksonville’s premiere hair restoration clinic. We offer the latest technology in hair restoration solutions for both men and women.  These include hair and scalp treatments, non medical hair replacement, laser hair therapy treatments and hair transplants. We extend every courtesy and accommodation to our clients to ensure a pleasant experience. With convenient, discreet off-street parking, our hair restoration center is specifically designed for your comfort and privacy. We believe you’ll find our service exceptional.

Disclaimer: These solutions may not work for you.