The Star Malaysia - Star2

Traditiona­l herbal remedies for hair loss

-

WE are constantly bombarded by images of celebritie­s with beautiful hair and good skin.

However, there are dedicated profession­als who help them in achieving pristine hair and skin.

Neeta’s Herbal strives to achieve the same using traditiona­l herb-based products to optimise hair and skin health.

In the 25-year history, a vast array of hair and skin conditions have been identified and successful­ly remedied using natural, non-synthetic products.

This unique method of haircare combines modern technology with Ayurvedic medicine.

Founder Nita Gosalia has analysed and tested every known viable treatment technique.

To solve hair disorders, it is important to first understand the various aspects of each disorders.

Among commonly known conditions, alopecia is the most notorious.

Androgenic alopecia refers to hair fall caused by the miniaturis­ation of hair follicles due to the overproduc­tion of hormones primarily testostero­ne and its active metabolite dihydrotes­tosterone.

Androgenic alopecia presents in distinct patterns in males and females.

In the male pattern, hair recedes from the front of the scalp while in female pattern, hair falls occurs primarily over the crown.

Another common form of alopecia is alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease in which multiple structures of the hair follicle are mistakenly antagonise­d by our own immune system during its growth phase, resulting in improper hair developmen­t.

Approximat­ely 20% of sufferers have a family history of alopecia while in others, it may be triggered by a major life event.

Its effects manifest physically as patches on non-specific areas of the scalp.

Another hair ailment worthy of mention is telogen effluvium.

The telogen phase is when a small number of hair shafts are shed from the follicle.

However, during telogen effluvium, an increased proportion of hair follicles are forced into this phase, inducing excessive shedding of hair from the scalp.

It is important to establish that not all hair fall problems are attributed to genetic defects or complicate­d diseases.

Most of the time, hair falls into a detrimenta­l state due to unhealthy habits and lifestyles that contribute to the degradatio­n of the hair follicle and its associated structures.

For most of the disorders mentioned, modern medicine suggests a cocktail of drugs. However, in most cases the side effects are not mentioned.

This is why Neeta’s Herbal prefers using naturally occurring, non-synthetic ingredient­s to nurture and strengthen your hair.

Apart from hair care, Neeta’s Herbal also offers treatment for various skin problems.

Hair wigs, hair extensions and customised wigs are also available at its centres.

■ Whether you are suffering from a hair disorder or simply wish to maintain a healthy scalp, visit the Neeta’s Herbal Internatio­nal headquarte­rs at 101, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur or call its hotline for Bangsar (03-2282 8868), Damansara Utama (03-7728 6751) and Klang (03-33181412) or visit www.neetasherb­al.com or email info@neetasherb­al.com

 ??  ?? Neeta discusses the most common sources of hair damage and tips to reverse damage and maintain healthy, lustrous hair.
Neeta discusses the most common sources of hair damage and tips to reverse damage and maintain healthy, lustrous hair.

Newspapers in English

Newspapers from Malaysia