Because causes of hair loss can sometimes differ from person to person, treatments are not ‘one-size-fit all’. But there are many different treatment options from which doctors and patients alike can choose from. The first, and possibly the most common treatment option for hair loss is the use of hair loss treatment drugs. Some of these drugs are available by prescription only, while others are sold over the counter.
Propecia is a prescription drug and what many professional and personal users call a ‘medical breakthrough’. And it definitely has earned the title as it is not only a step in the right direction towards arresting and reversing the progress of male pattern baldness in males, but clinical trials prove that Propecia stopped hair loss in over 80% of cases while re-growth was noticed in over 64%. Those figures are unbeaten by any other treatment. Propecia is today's most famous hair loss therapy and world wide it is the number one choice for stopping and reversing hair loss.
One popular over the counter hair loss treatment drug is minoxidil, which is currently produced by its trademark name ‘Rogaine’. The product is usually administered externally as a lotion to a balding spot that still has "peach fuzz" hairs remaining. A 2% solution of minoxidil is recorded to get hairs growing longer and becoming thicker in a small percentage of men. But it is wise to remember that before starting any medication, a professional should be consulted.
Another option for treating hair loss is commercial or natural treatments. The best part about this type of treatment is that there are literally hundreds of choices to choose from, and these treatments come in everything from shampoo to hair food to essential hair oil. However, with these products it should be remembered that results will not be achieved in the short term as they usually take about three to six months for any improvement to be noticed, and no two people will achieve the same result, though scientific testing shows that some of these products produce great results for some people.
A third option is probably the most drastic measure a person can take when it comes to hair loss treatments. It is probably the most costly also, but the results can definitely compensate for the cost. Of all the male cosmetic procedures performed, hair transplants are the most popular and they are increasingly growing in popularity. If done properly, hair transplants can have dramatic effects on a person’s confidence and with the use of new methods such as micro grafting, hair transplants today are virtually undetectable and offer very realistic results. However achieving the correct end result can be very traumatic for the patient.
For those who simply want an aesthetic solution for social reasons, hair systems and hair concealers may be just what you’re looking for. Hair systems usually refer to wigs, hairpieces or toupees, but with such negative connotations attached to them, many people prefer to refer to them as hair systems, and with good reason too. Hairpieces of all kinds, including wigs and toupees come in a variety of styles, colors, materials and prices. A very good wig, usually one that is custom made and made with human hair, can be very costly, but it can also be very time consuming to maintain since it has to be handled and styled properly.
But nevertheless, they are good options for ‘treating’ hair loss. Hair concealers work very much the same way hair systems do; they cover or conceal hair loss. They usually come in three forms, solids, sprays and particles and these cosmetically eliminate bald spots by concealing them with color that matches your hair. With the right application these products can create impressive results. And finally, your last option is to simply do nothing! It is easy to do and cheap to use. Why not be bald and stay proud?
