A brief explanation of alopecia areata
Many clients who come to HIS Hair Clinic suffer with alopecia areata, however outside of this group there is a great deal of confusion about what alopecia areata actually is, and more importantly how to…
Alopecia
Neve Campbell and Alopecia
Alopecia can manifest itself in anything from a small spot on the scalp, to a complete loss of hair from the entire body. The body’s own immune system attacks the hair follicles causing hair to…
Nadine Dorries tells the world about her alopecia concerns
Conservative MP and I’m a Celebrity star Nadine Dorries has shared her anguish about how living with alopecia for an extended period of time has affected her quality of life So severe is the distress…
Damage to Rihanna’s Hair
Rihanna is famous across the globe as a recording artist and as a fashion icon. Young girls and women alike look up to her and are inspired by her attitude and looks. She works long…
Alopecia Sufferer and Model – Amber Jean Rowan
For someone with alopecia it can be frightening as well as embarrassing. It can keep the sufferer hidden behind closed doors because they feel embarrassed. Today there are treatments available, beyond just a basic wig…
Is your child experiencing hair loss?
Unfortunately, losing hair is not reserved for adults alone. Childhood hair loss is surprisingly quite common. It is estimated that in the United States alone, hair loss in children accounts for around 3% of paediatric…
All about the Little Princess Trust
This pioneering charity provides hair systems for children who have lost their hair due to medical conditions or trauma. The charity was launched in 2006 by the parents of Hannah Tarplee who was diagnosed as…
An introduction to My New Hair by Trevor Sorbie
Set up by celebrity hairdresser Trevor Sorbie, My New Hair supports independent hair salons that provide a wig styling service for those suffering with cancer-related hair loss. My New Hair was set up with an…
Using hair systems to combat alopecia
At HIS Hair Clinic we usually maintain that there are better ways of dealing with alopecia than by using hair systems, however in some cases, hair systems really can make a difference Lauren developed alopecia…
What causes hair loss in children?
Childhood hair loss is not particularly common, but it can be severe and its effects extremely distressing for both child and parents. When a child starts to lose their hair the most common diagnosis is…
How to treat alopecia areata
Alopecia areata can be particularly aggressive in some cases, and manifests itself in the losing of ones hair in patches of varying sizes. Alopecia areata can affect men, women and children of all ages and…
Nell Bryden on dealing with Alopecia
‘I grabbed Dad’s hair clippers to take control of my alopecia’: Determined musician Nell Bryden refused to let hair loss ruin her life. Sitting in front of the mirror in my New York apartment, I…