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August is National Hair Loss Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the progress made in treating hair loss and honoring those who are living with it. Hair loss can be caused by a variety of factors including genetics, medical conditions, and lifestyle choices. In recent years, advances in treatment have helped people from all walks of life find solutions that help them regain a full head of hair. With the right support and care, hair loss doesn't have to stop you from living your life! So join us this August as we come together to raise awareness around hair loss and its many treatments.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Early Hair Transplant Experiments</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the late 1800s, scientists began to experiment with hair transplantation, marking the beginning of hair loss treatments.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1952</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Successful Hair Transplant</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dermatologist Dr. Norman Orentreich performs the first successful hair transplant in New York, forever changing the hair loss treatment landscape.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1988</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Minoxidil (Rogaine)</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves minoxidil (brand name Rogaine) as the first topical product to stimulate hair growth.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>FDA Approval of Finasteride (Propecia)</div><div class='timeline-text'>The FDA approves finasteride (brand name Propecia) as the first oral medication to treat male-pattern hair loss.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Emergence of Low-Level Laser Therapy</div><div class='timeline-text'>Low-Level Laser Therapy devices gain popularity as another promising hair loss treatment option, using light to stimulate hair growth.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Hair Loss Awareness Month Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Academy of Dermatology establishes August as National Hair Loss Awareness Month to educate the public about hair loss causes and treatments.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a Hair Loss Research Organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Research into the causes and treatments of hair loss is essential, and donating to a hair loss research organization is one way to show your support.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Hair Loss Education Event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many educational events are held throughout the month to raise awareness about the causes and treatments for hair loss. Attending one of these events is a good way to learn about the issue and show your support.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a Hair Loss Support Group</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Starting a hair loss support group can provide emotional support for those dealing with hair loss. It can also be a great way to spread awareness and raise funds for research.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a Hair Loss Clinic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Volunteering at a hair loss clinic can help provide support and assistance to those dealing with hair loss. It is also a great way to show your support and appreciation for those who are working hard to find treatments.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Buy Products from Hair Loss Charities</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Buying products from hair loss charities is an excellent way to show your support for the cause. Many charities offer products that benefit research or provide funding for those in need.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Hair loss can be traumatic</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>For many people, hair loss can be a traumatic experience. It can have an effect on their self-esteem and contribute to feelings of depression, anxiety and insecurity. National Hair Loss Awareness Month is an important time to reflect on these issues, provide support for those affected by it, and offer solutions for managing the condition.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Hair loss affects millions of people</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Hair loss is a common issue that affects both men and women all over the world. From hereditary conditions to medication side effects or simply aging, there are a multitude of reasons why someone might be experiencing hair loss. Acknowledging this issue during National Hair Loss Awareness Month will help more people recognize when they need to seek out professional help.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Raises awareness & educates</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Hair Loss Awareness Month serves as an opportunity to educate the public about hair loss risk factors, potential treatments, and resources they can use if they're experiencing hair loss. This increased awareness can also help spread knowledge about new technologies and products aimed at preventing or managing hair loss.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hair follicles are the second fastest growing cells in the body</h3><p class='facts-content'>Only bone marrow cells grow faster than hair follicles, highlighting the important metabolic activity happening in those tiny structures.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Each hair strand has a lifespan</h3><p class='facts-content'>On average, a strand of hair will grow for about 2-7 years before falling out and being replaced by a new one.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are about 100,000 - 150,000 hairs on a human scalp</h3><p class='facts-content'>Number varies with hair color. Blondes typically have the most hair, with an average 150,000 strands, brunettes average 100,000-120,000 strands and redheads have the least average amount of hair, around 90,000 strands.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hair can absorb its weight up to 30% in water</h3><p class='facts-content'>The structure of hair allows it to absorb water like a sponge, leading to a change in structural protein shape and alteration in the physical properties of hair, making it weaker when wet.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>A single hair can support up to 100 grams in weight</h3><p class='facts-content'>This strength of hair means that a whole head of hair could support up to 12 tonnes or the weight equivalent of two elephants, demonstrating the remarkable nature of this part of the human body.</p></div></div>
National Hair Loss Awareness Month is celebrated on August 1 every year. In 2024, National Hair Loss Awareness Month will start on a Thursday.
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