Celebrities Love Hair Extensions!

If you have ever wondered what the celebrity tricks are for such great hair, more often than not it’s because they’re using extensions to help add length, volume, and even color. Celebrities like Ariana Grande, Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Julianne Hough, Kim Kardashian West, and Selena Gomez all use extensions to help get the kind of hair that we see them with on the red carpets and even in their daily life. Today, more and more women are trying them out in their non-celebrity lives.

Even the current face of Pantene, Selena Gomez, wears extensions to get her hair “camera ready”. In an interview with Perez Hilton, Selena talks about her hair extensions "All this hair isn't mine—I have extensions as a sort of safety net when I'm on stage. It's really nice to have the long mermaid hair to move around while you’re being blasted with the fans up there. Plus it just makes me feel pretty. They're all glued in with a protein bond and I use this specific brush that gets into the root when you're brushing it out.”

If you are ready to take the next step towards celebrity hair, there are a lot of different options. Let’s take a deeper look into picking out the best extensions for you:

Extension Methods:

Permanent: Fusion of extension to hair, intended for a long period of time. These are often times less detectable than temporary methods.

Semi-Permanent: Fusion of extension to the hair intended for 1-3 months of use.

Temporary: There are two common temporary options, tape-in and clip-in extensions. Tape in extensions are intended for up to 2 months of wear. And clip in extensions have metal clips at the tip of each hair weft to clip to hair for daily use. You can take them out at the end of the day.

Types of Hair Extensions:

Human Hair: 100% human hair that is made into extensions.

Synthetic: Man-made synthetic hair that is made to look like human hair.

Mixed Blends: The extensions are made of a mixture of human and synthetic hair.

Getting voluminous, long hair is a lot easier than you think. With everything available you can choose whether you just want to have longer hair for a big night out or try it out for a few months with the semi-permanent or permanent methods.

At IHRS we offer premier, 100% real human hair extensions. Our Ultratress® hair extensions are a great way to add length and thickness to your hair. We use 100% Human Hair and keratin bonds that will not damage your existing hair and they can last three to five months! Ultratress® Hair Extensions are the Number One choice of stars like Catherine Zeta Jones, Jessica Simpson, Jennifer Aniston, and Christina Aguilera. Ultratress® is also one of gentlest products available.  

At IHRS, we realize that it’s not always about length. Many of our Ultratress® clients are seeking more volume due to their own thin, weak or damaged natural hair. Even with all the excellent professional volumizing products available, nothing compares with the real thing: thick, healthy, beautiful hair. With Ultratress® hair extensions, you can now give your hair the fullness you want in order to look great with very little effort. You will be amazed at the transformation, not only in your hair, but also in your outlook!

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Upcoming Alopecia Awareness Month

September is Alopecia Awareness Month and teams from the National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF) have gathered all over the nation to help bring awareness to this common condition.

Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune skin disease that causes hair loss on the scalp and sometimes other areas of the body. T-cells attack the hair follicles, hiding them from immune recognition. It generally starts with hair on the scalp falling out in patches, creating smooth round bald spots which can eventually progress to total scalp hair loss (Alopecia Totalis) or complete body hair loss (Alopecia Universalis).

The disease can affect anyone at any age but symptoms often begin during childhood. The cause of Alopecia Areata is still unknown and doctors do not know what activates the autoimmune reaction. Research suggests it could be a combination of genetic susceptibility or environmental triggers that may confuse the immune system.

This year, the National Alopecia Areata Foundation has a new awareness and fundraising campaign called SeeUs. According to NAAF, the SeeUs Campaign is “our approach to reducing the stigma of difference and celebrating the uniqueness and resiliency of people living with these conditions.” People dealing with hair loss are encouraged to share their stories with friends and family or even on a larger scale, like in your community to help bring awareness and inform people about Alopecia Areata.

As in years past, the major and minor league baseball organizations show their support for NAAF as they “Team Up For Alopecia Areata”.  Sixteen teams (so far!) including the Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Dodgers, Colorado Rockies, and NAAF’s hometown heroes, the three-time champion San Francisco Giants have scheduled events and many will be hosting a variety of activities including awareness booths, public service announcements, first pitches, and more. Check out NAAF.org to find out the dates and times for the events.

At IHRS we fully support Alopecia Awareness Month and are here to help anyone suffering with alopecia. At our office, we are committed to restoring your hair and your life. We want you to feel confident. We pride ourselves on giving each client individualized treatment plans based on the type and cause of their hair loss as well as the outcome that they hope to have.

We offer a variety of treatments that are surgical and non-surgical such as Sensigraft hair replacement, Laser Hair Therapy, NeoGraft hair transplantation, luxury wigs and hair extensions, among many other options. 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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Increasing the Success of Your Hair Transplant, With a Scientific Breakthrough

Restoring your hair just got easier! Combining the new Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment and the skilled work of IHRS’s hair transplant surgeon allows clients to have higher chances of their hair growing in faster and thicker than it would by doing only the transplant on its own.

Platelet Rich Plasma utilizes stem cell technology by using the cells from your own blood to create the platelets you need for the therapy. The platelets are extracted and then injected into the scalp to stimulate hair growth and thicken the follicles. This is a nonsurgical treatment that can be done in the office.

The transplant surgery is done by our expert surgeon who creates an individual treatment plan based on the client’s hair type, age, health, degree of hair loss and their overall expectations. During the transplant surgery, follicular unit graphs from healthy parts of your scalp are applied to the unhealthy parts of your scalp to create 4-6 times more hair than the standard procedure performed at other offices.

Combining the nonsurgical and surgical options could be the best option to see the best results faster.

So how would this work? There are a couple options: Have both treatments done at one time or have them done on separate occasions. If you decide that you want to do it all in one day, our surgeon would inject the PRP while transplanting the follicular unit graphs during the hair transplant surgery.

Your transplant results may take a few months to fully develop but with PRP, you could see better results faster, with thicker growth. Many doctors are now recommending that their clients combine these two procedures.

Again, each treatment is going to be tailored each individual’s needs. If you have any questions about what would be best for you, IHRS is always willing to answer any of your questions. Everything is confidential, so any questions or concerns you have will be between you and your IHRS specialist. 

If you are still looking for a solution to your hair loss problems, wait no longer! Our office is one of the few to offer the innovative PRP treatment as well as several other hair solutions. At IHRS our goal is to help you receive expert care when looking to restore your hair. We place the highest priority on quality and service and are committed to helping you discover that the look and feel that you always wanted is attainable. Stop waiting to restore your hair. Restore your life and call today at (904) 425-5097.

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Sun Damage: Tips for Summer Hair Care

Summer is in full swing and this Florida heat is no joke. Keeping your hair protected all summer long is just as important as remembering to protect your skin and eyes from the sun. Many times our hair is not a concern when we are thinking about going in the sun, but it is susceptible to sun damage just like our skin. We have some tips to make sure that your hair is healthy.

Cover Up

The easiest way to avoid damage to your hair is to cover it up. There are many options like baseball caps, wide brimmed sun hats, a head scarf, or even a swim cap if you are going to be spending long amounts of time in the water. There are many protective and fashionable options for keeping your hair covered this summer. If you really do not like wearing hats or things on your head then you should ensure that you remember to sunscreen your scalp to prevent a sunburn.

Hydrate

Just like the sun sucks all the moisture out of our skin, it does the same thing to our hair.  It’s important to put the moisture back into your hair after a long day in the sun. If you walk outside into humidity with dry hair, your hair will suck in all the moisture in the air and leave your hair frizzy, so it’s a good idea to drink lots of water or apply a leave in conditioner before going out. On top of shampoo and conditioner, you can use products like a hair oil, hair mask, a product that is especially made for after sun care, or even just a small amount of coconut oil.

Let’s Go Heatless

The sun’s rays are giving you and your hair heat as it is. Using hot hair tools on the regular is not going to make things any better. This summer, challenge yourself (and benefit your hair) to go heatless. There are many alternative options to drying and styling your hair. After the shower try towel or air drying your hair instead of using a blow dryer. You can braid your wet hair, let it dry and then have beachy heatless waves. Or you can embrace your natural hair texture for the summer and give your hair a heat break.

Stop the Damage

Beyond protecting your hair while in the sun you can take some small steps to keep your hair healthier all year round. It is often best to use a wide tooth comb instead of a brush when detangling your hair after the shower. The wide tooth comb is gentler on the hair and is less likely to break the hair than a brush is. You can also keep your ends looking nice by getting a trim every 6-8 weeks, just to ensure that you are split-end free.

If you are looking to have healthy hair, IHRS may have the solution for you. Our office is one of the few to offer the innovative PRP treatment, which uses your own stem cells to help strengthen and regrow your hair, as well as several other hair solutions such as laser hair therapy, Sensigraft, and hair transplants. And yes, it’s safe to swim after any of our solutions!

Don’t let your hair hold you back from relaxing this summer. These are just some tips, you can pick and choose what works best for you. If IHRS helped you restore your hair and your confidence, then don’t let the summer sun take that away.

At IHRS our goal is to help you receive expert care when looking to restore your hair. We place the highest priority on quality and service and are committed to helping you discover that the look and feel that you always wanted is attainable. Stop waiting to restore your hair. Restore your life and call today 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.

Lupus and Hair Loss

Beyond dealing with the physical pain from the symptoms of Lupus, many people have to deal with the emotional struggle of hair loss. Hair loss is a common symptom that people with Lupus suffer with; losing more than the 50-100 hairs a day that most people lose. Typically Lupus is classified as an autoimmune disease, which means that the immune system mistakes the body’s own tissues as foreign invaders and attacks them. Hair loss associated with Lupus can come from the disease itself or the medication that is prescribed to treat it.

Hair Loss from the Disease

When hair loss is caused by Lupus itself, it is because your immune system is attacking the hair follicles. This can cause the hair to thin or fall out in clumps. Some people can experience hair loss in other places than just their scalp, including hair from their eyelashes, eyebrows and other places on their body can fall out as well. Hair loss can also occur due to skin rashes that are caused by a type of Lupus that affects the skin called Discoid Lupus. Discoid Lupus can cause a thick, scaly, red rash, to appear typically on the scalp, face and ears. This rash is severe because it can scar the hair follicles to the point where they may no longer be able to produce hair anymore.

Hair Loss from Lupus Medications

Many medications used to treat Lupus have been known to cause people to lose their hair. Anti-inflammatory medications like Prednisone and immune system suppressants have been shown to trigger hair loss in some people. Certain medications can cause a certain type of hair loss called “Lupus hair”. This condition causes hair to become very dry and brittle along the edges of the scalp. This type of hair loss is easily treatable. The hair loss will eventually stop when you no longer take the medication.

Losing hair can be a very emotionally taxing experience, but hair loss related to lupus may be treatable especially if it’s caught in the early stages and depending on medications. Hair loss may have you looking for quick solutions, but it’s important to not experiment with over-the-counter hair loss treatments. It could end up making things worse. The non-surgical hair solutions at IHRS may be the answer for you. If you are experiencing any concerning hair loss remember to seek help from a professional who can talk with you about the best treatment options.

If you are considering getting hair restoration, there are many options at IHRS. Some of them include Reallusions hair replacement which is a nonsurgical, noninvasive skin-like membrane that is grafted to your scalp to create a natural hairline with natural hair density. Another option is laser hair therapy that uses low level lasers to deliver light energy directly to the scalp which stimulates the hair follicles to grow. You could even consider our new PRP treatment, which you can learn all about in a previous blog here.

At International Hair Restoration Systems we know how important it is to find the right solution. We take pride in providing our clients with straight answers about all of our latest treatment options and which hair loss solution is right for them. Don’t wait a moment longer, restore your hair, restore your life. Call (904) 425-5907 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.

See Also:

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/lupus/expert-answers/lupus/faq-20058400

http://www.lupus.org/about/statistics-on-lupus

Stem Cell Technology Used to Fight Hair Loss - Now Available in Jacksonville

New Non-surgical Hair Loss Treatment:

Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP)

(photo from ABC) 

More than 56 million Americans suffer from thinning hair and hair loss. While hair loss is commonly accepted as something only men experience, over 40% of hair loss sufferers are women. Hair loss can be very emotionally traumatizing but Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy could be the solution that people have been waiting for. IHRS is excited to bring this amazing new treatment to the Jacksonville area. ABC's Good Morning America recently did a segment on PRP therapy talking about the treatment and the experiences that people have had with it. Check out the segment here: http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/research-alert-hair-loss-women-38642456

The Science of PRP 

What exactly is Platelet Rich Plasma? PRP basically utilizes stem cell technology but without the controversy because it actually uses your own cells from your body. Our blood naturally contains the platelets that are used within the therapy. The platelets contain growth factors that assist in tissue regeneration and healing. These platelets are what help stimulate the inactive hair follicles into the active growth phase.

What Happens During the Treatment?

PRP is a non-surgical treatment that can be done in our office. When you begin the PRP treatment, our first step is to draw your blood. The blood is then put into a machine that separates the platelets from other blood cells so that only the enriched cells or platelets (PRP) remain. The platelets are then injected into the scalp to help stimulate hair growth, decrease hair loss, and make the hair grow thicker.

During the Good Morning America segment, Robin Roberts spoke to people that have gone through the treatment. Shantelle was one of the women featured who had lost her hair after hormonal changes with her pregnancy. She got the PRP treatment and she said her hair is now “very lush and very beautiful,” following the treatment. Michelle Lowe was another woman featured who used the treatment to bring back the thickness to her hair that she once had. After getting her thickness back from just 2 PRP treatments she said “It’s probably the best thing I have ever done for myself.”

Men- do not worry! PRP is also for you. Almost anyone is a candidate for this revolutionary new treatment. PRP can be used alone or with other treatments such as hair transplants or laser therapy. Results of the treatment will vary depending on whether you are using the treatment for hair loss or thinning hair. Depending on the life cycle of the hair follicle, it could take 2 to 6 months before you are able to see full results.

If you are still looking for a solution to your hair loss problems, wait no longer! Our offices are one of the few to offer this innovative PRP treatment. At IHRS, our goal is to help you receive expert care when looking to restore your hair. We place the highest priority on quality and service and are committed to helping you discover that the look and feel that you always wanted is attainable. Stop waiting to restore your hair. Restore your life and call today at (904) 425-5097.

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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.

Non-Surgical Hair Loss Solutions at IHRS

Losing your hair is hard, but gaining it back shouldn’t be. At IHRS, we care about your hair loss and how it affects you. That’s why we offer a variety of non-surgical replacement and restoration solutions created exclusively to meet the unique challenges of male and female hair loss.

Sensigraft

Sensigraft is the latest in hair restoration technology designed specifically for men that suffer from the effects of hair loss. This non-invasive hair graft is made from the finest in human or synthetic hair that appears so natural, it actually looks like real growing hair!  

Virtual Reality

A perfect marriage of science and nature, the Virtual Reality system is the best natural-looking hair replacement for men anywhere. Made from real human hair, it can hold up to any activity from swimming to playing around in the yard. Exclusively available at IHRS, Virtual Reality is like a second skin that you never know is there.

Laser Hair Therapy

Low-Level Laser Hair Therapy is a revolutionary, non-surgical treatment for men and women. Laser Hair Therapy works by increasing the blood supply to the scalp, which then stimulates hair follicles, increases hair strength and repairs hair damaged due to chemicals. This treatment allows you to develop the thicker and fuller hair that you’ve always wanted.

ReAllusions

ReAllusions is not a wig or a hairpiece. ReAllusions is a non-surgical hair replacement solution for women suffering from thinning hair and hair loss. This system offers a seamless bridge between your own growing hair and the hair that has been reconstructed. Using a non-invasive skin-like membrane grafted to your scalp's own layers of skin, ReAllusions significantly increases your hair density and provides a completely natural appearing front hairline that is undetectable to both touch and sight.

Virtuesse

Virtuesse by Virtual Reality is a state-of-the-art non-surgical hair replacement solution that’s designed specifically for women. Using real human hair this system is customized to match your natural color and give you exactly the coverage, length, and style you want. Virtuesse is an undetectable attachment that can be treated just like your naturally growing hair. With Virtuesse, wave goodbye to your hair loss problems. 

If you’re ready to do something about your hair loss but are unsure about which program is right for you, then give IHRS a call at (904) 425-5097 or visit our website at www.Hair4Me.com. At IHRS, we can help determine the root of your problem and provide you with hair restoration solutions that are designed specifically to meet your individual and unique needs.

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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.