Prevent Gray Hair
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Why Hair Turns Gray
Hair typically turns gray as a result of the natural aging process.The pigment in the hair shaft comes from cells (called melanocytes) at the root of the hair. These cells create pigment (melanin) but during the aging process, they start to make less pigment until the hair has little or no color at all.
Gray hair has some pigment remaining while white hair has no pigment at all.
A report posted on the journal Science by the Boston-based Dana-Farber Cancer Institute explain: What actually happens during the graying process is that the melanocyte cells not only become depleted, they also make errors as they age, turning into 'fully committed' pigment cells that position themselves in the wrong part of the hair follicle, thus leading to a loss of pigmentation.
Research By L'Oreal on Gray Hair Solutions
The research was done on cells called melanocytes. These cells generate pigment (melanin) and are responsible for your hair color.
Dr. Bernard said that much more research is needed but that findings could lead to a new gray hair solution in the form of pills or topical treatments. In other words, his research could some day help prevent gray hair.
Gray Hair Solution From Shiseido and Kirin Brewery
Leading Japanese cosmetics company Shiseido announced on July 23, 2004 that its research group, working in collaboration with Kirin Brewery, has discovered a unique property of an extract of hops.The research shows the hops extract helps activate the melanocyte cells that generate hair pigment. Furthermore, the hops can control Microphthalmia-associated Transcription Factor (MITF), a gene involved in the activity of melanocyte cells.
Based on these results, Shiseido plans to introduce new hair care products.
Prevent Gray Hair With Two Tablets a Day!
It seems that US company Melancor has already made this breakthrough.The nutraceutical researcher and developer announced a new product and new information about the cause and treatment of thinning and graying hair.
According to the company, their product Melancor-NH uses a formula to generate melanin throughout the body, including the hair. Melancor-NH not only can prevent gray hair, but can also stop male pattern baldness by blocking DHT. (Dihydrotestosterone or DHT is responsible for thinning hair and hair loss problems mostly in men. To prevent male pattern hair loss, DHT must be either prevented from forming or removed from the scalp.)
But does Melancor Really Works?
According to their information:Melancor-NH works for those suffering from gray hair, thinning hair, receding hair, and hair loss due to natural aging or genetic factors.
Here are some facts about this product:
Melancor-NH is an oral treatment (two tablets a day).
Melancor-NH can prevent gray hair and male pattern baldness.
Most people see results in 3 - 6 months, in some cases up to 9 months.
Success rate: According to Melancor this product does not work for everyone - the success rate is about 78%.
Melancor-NH increases your body’s ability to produce melanin pigments, thereby improving its ability to prevent gray hair and restore your natural hair color.
Food and Drug Administration approval:
It seems that Melancor-NH is not required to have USFDA approval because it is based on natural ingredients (a blend of nutrients and herbs). This does not mean that products are safe just because they're labeled "natural".
Many herbal supplements contain active ingredients that can harm you if taken with certain prescription drugs.
Always check with your doctor before using any herbal or natural supplement.
Side effects: According to Melancor, 2% of people using this product reported some nausea or headache. Source:Aki Tsukioka, JCNN July 26, 2004Shiseido and Kirin Brewery Research: Hop Extract May Stop Hair Turned to Grey
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) July 27, 2004Hair Care Professionals Now Hold The Key To Naturally Reversing The Process Of Balding And Graying Hair
BBC.co.uk, 27 May, 2004, 15:11 GMT 16:11 UKCould a pill prevent grey hair?
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