MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'hair'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:55:13 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5118936&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=39212&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbahtocancer.com%2F2011%2F08%2Fchemotherapy-fantastic%2F I went to have my hair cut on Saturday. It was a new hairdresser. I took a picture of what I wanted along with me, because no matter how well I think I explain what I want, hairdressers always seem to hear, “Just do whatever you fancy, so long as you leave a funny bit that [...] (Source: Bah! to cancer) Bah! to cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5118936 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 07:30:42 +0100 5118936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028449&cid=t_112841_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F15%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-july-15-2011%2F There are some numbers I shy away from. Raise your hands if you occasionally lose your courage over scales, your inbox or the number of visitors on your blog. Anybody? For some reason, I can muster up courage to give presentations, interview people I’ve never met, but scared as heck when it comes to numbers like these. It’s probably that 5 letter word that starts with g. Guilt’s been plaguing me since I was 6 years old. One hot summer day I was on a field trip when I finally found a water fountain. I was so excited. I didn’t care that the water was warm or that I had to stand on my tippy toes to get to it. But when one of the young teachers came up next to me, all I could think of was how guilty I felt that she touched my dirty sweaty hair. It didn’t matter th... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028449 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 11:08:34 +0100 5028449 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008698&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Nisha Thomas: Get the bestMaximize the benefits of your hair color. Coloring your hair, in a different shade, is an easy and great way to look stylish. The latest hair dye products available in the market, no longer ruin your hair; instead they make your hair look healthy, shiny, and presentable. Coloring your hair is no longer considered expensive and exclusively meant only for celebrities. You can also plan to go trendy with a change in your hair color. You can even do it at home yourself, if you know the right color and methods of doing it. But if you have inhibitions, you can, of course, get it professionally done. Follow these few tips mentioned below and you would know what to do for that perfect hair color: 1. Choose the color which suits you Selecting the best color is the most... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008698 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 10:25:52 +0100 5008698 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008702&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Hair coloring 1Quick tips to get perfect hair color. There is no better way to get noticed than coloring your hair. If you are looking for a change than without thinking go for a hair color. It will help you look different and stylish. Highlight your hair with any hair color of your choice and be ready to get complimented. Here are some tips that can help you get the perfect hair colors of your choice and to get polish your existing skill of hair dyeing. 1. Always apply petroleum jelly around ears and forehead. It will avoid staining these areas and the color won’t come in contact with skin that could cause irritation on skin. 2. To get that impact on your hair strands it is necessary that you start deep conditioning your hair at least 2 to 3 days before. It will help... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008702 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:27:33 +0100 5008702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008703&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Hair coloring at homeChoose hair color that suits your skin complexion. Hair color looks perfect and compliments one’s personality if done properly. So, it is very essential to apply hair color with care to achieve best result. Hair coloring can be easily done at home. Here are some quick tips that can help you to color your hair at home in no time and with a perfect touch. 1. Choose a hair coloring kit that suits you best. There are permanent, semi-permanent and temporary hair colors available. Select hair color according to the time period you can want a hair color to last.2. Choose hair color that suits your complexion and hair color. Darker hair shade color needs to be bleached before lighter color is applied to them. It is done to insure that the lighter color i... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008703 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:27:22 +0100 5008703 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008704&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Coloring hair at homeChose hair color that matches your skin complexion. You can easily get those lovely stylish highlighted hair at home. Hair coloring can easily be performed at home in no time. Hair coloring can help you to get that stylish, unique look with minimum efforts. Here are few tips for coloring hair at home to make the process simpler to all. Keep in mind to follow every instruction to get shiny and vibrant looking hair. Coloring hair at home not only saves energy but also money. Remarkable and lasting result can be achieved at home also. Here are some things you should always remember when you start coloring your hair. 1. Select a right tone for your hair. Don’t select too hard color as that could make you look very unnatural and dramatic. Chose hair co... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008704 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:27:02 +0100 5008704 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993008&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Applying HennaNatural conditioner to make your hair smooth. If you are very conscious about hair care then coloring them with natural products like henna is the best option. It makes your hair look shiny and perfect while conditioning them well. Henna is derived from natural products obtained from a shrub that has been used as dye since ages. The advantage of using this natural hair care product in dying is that it doesn’t harm the hair. Unlike chemicals, it conditions the hair without damaging it. Things Required: 1. Henna powder (depending upon the hair length)2. Lemon juice3. Plastic gloves4. A shower cap5. Brush (to apply henna on hair)6. Comb (wide toothed)7. Bowl (to create henna paste)8. Water9. Vaseline petroleum jelly10. Blow dryer Time required: 15 ... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993008 Sat, 02 Jul 2011 10:46:13 +0100 4993008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993012&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Easy Hair Styling tipsFollow simple hair care tips to get perfect look. In today’s hectic life it becomes really tough to maintain a perfect look. But a proper hair style is essential for you to look impressive and attractive. Here are few tips that make it simpler for you to manage your hair properly while juggling with life’s pressures: Quick tips: 1. Overnight hair treatments can be very helpful for maintaining good hair. Apply oil at night as it gets soaked in the scalp. Wash the oil off in the morning. It helps you to get healthy and shiny hair. Massaging hair with almond, olive oil and rosemary herbal oil proves very beneficial for hair care. 2. Hair blow drying consumes a lot of time and to save time use a thick hair brush. It will help in drying hair wi... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993012 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:47:42 +0100 4993012 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993013&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Beach waves hairdo 2Use products that save your hair from sun. Planning to attend a beach party and still confused which hairdo will suit you best? Select a hairstyle which makes you trendy and stylish, and is appropriate for the occasion. To get that sexy look for a beach party, here are a few tips that could really help you. A beach wave is the latest hairdo trend for the season. Here are some handy tips: 1. Prepare at night for the next day’s party.The first step starts with using a texturizer on your locks. It will help in having a long lasting and perfect impact on your hair. After applying this on the wet strands of your hair, tie them into a braid. It will prevent your hair from being tangled while you are asleep. Doing this will also prevent hair breakag... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993013 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:17:16 +0100 4993013 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976233&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Curly Hair Style 4Completely transform your look with curls. Remember the ‘Pretty Woman’ look of Julia Roberts which captured our hearts? That curly hair style looked amazing on her. Want to have the same curls? So, here are a few easy steps to help you get those sexy curls. You can go for this hairstyle without thinking much and it will transform your look completely, adding grace and elegance to your personality. Follow the simple steps to add those bouncy and swift curls. Curls can be achieved with rollers or with curling irons. People go for permanent curls too, which stay for a period of six months. Use of rollers to curl hair is a bit out of fashion now as it is time consuming. But, the benefit of using rollers is that it curls hair without damaging it. ... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976233 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:47:18 +0100 4976233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968933&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Repairing Damaged hair at homeDamaged hair can be treated with home based remedies. Don’t feel that maintaining damaged hair is tough and can’t be done at home. There are several home made remedies that can help you repair damaged hair in very little time. The cause behind hair damage is primarily due to the lack of nourishment and it makes hair rough. It becomes dull, shineless, and lifeless. Best way to make them look lively and shiny again is to provide proper conditioning. 1. Egg Yolk Egg YolkIt is rich in protein and provides nourishment to hair. Apply egg yolk to your hair for 15 minutes. Wash it off with cold water. This is the easiest way to condition your hair. Egg yolk is a rich source of protein and it nourishes the hair giving it a silky look. It tre... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968933 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:37:37 +0100 4968933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968935&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Dry and Frizzy hair 1Healthy hair is sign of Good health. Healthy hair is a sign of good health. Hair is not in good condition when the cuticle layer is lifted and damaged. Hair is healthy hair where cuticle layers are tight and are in perfect shape giving a sleek and shiny look. Dry and frizzy hair is tough to maintain - the moisture is lost so hair appears very rough, under-nourished and dull. Weather affects the hair as humidity also causes frizziness. Using correct hair products for hair care can resolve the problem. Using products rich in silicone can help to maintain hair well in humid weather. Quick Tips For Getting Rid Of The Frizz 1. Never dry your hair completely after wash it.2. Gently remove excess moisture with a towel and let it air dry.3. Try to handl... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968935 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 11:31:45 +0100 4968935 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960349&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Hair CareHair care with natural products makes it easier to maintain hair at home. For women her hairstyle and texture of hair completely compliments her beauty if they are maintained and groomed well. It is add on to her beauty that makes her personality vibrant and appealing. Hair care is lot easier if properly done at home at regular period. It not only saves time but helps you understand what all amount of care your hair need to look beautiful. Natural products are very beneficial for hair as they keep your hair healthy. There are several natural care products that can help you regain lost shine of your hair. 1. Aloe Vera Gel or Lotion Aloe VeraAloe Vera helps to grow hair and reduces hair loss. Aloe Vera has been known for its effective healing capacity and pro... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960349 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 06:03:27 +0100 4960349 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960195&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F22%2Fis-amla-powder-good-for-hair%2F Celeste asks…What is Amla powder and what does it do for hair? The Right Brain replies: Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, is a fruit from the myrobalan-tree which is native to India and Burma. Like its cousin the North American gooseberry, amla fruit is edible with tart citrusy flavor.  Amla is allegedly high in ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and tannins which give it high antioxidant strength.  Amla also contains flavonoids, kaempferol, ellagic acid and gallic acid. Preliminary medical research has shown Amla potentially provides a surprising variety of benefits including antiviral and antimicrobial properties; prevention of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis, activity against some cancers; reduced severity of acute pancreatitis, age-related renal disease, and diabetes; and ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960195 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 06:01:18 +0100 4960195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934520&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F14%2Fdo-temporary-hair-straighteners-work%2F Vjrad asks...One of your posts discusses dangerous permanent straightening options such as Brazilian keratin treatments. What about temporary inexpensive drugstore straighteners that are supposed to last till your next shampoo, such as the ones by Garnier and John Frieda? Are they safe? The Garnier one smells HORRIBLE!! The Right Brain replies: We’ve written before about 7 Sure Ways To Straighten Your Hair.  The two products you asked about are kind of a combination of these. John Frieda 3 Day Straight Frieda’s 3 Day Straight works by using silicone to coat your hair (#1 on our list of 7 straighteners). By coating each hair and then treating it with a flat iron (which is #3 on the list) you can get your hair reasonably straight and it will last pretty well as long as you don&... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934520 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 06:01:50 +0100 4934520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902425&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fan-at-home-laser-hair-removal-system-that-works%2F2011.06.04 Without going into TOO much detail of how I know this… I have personally observed that the TRIA Laser Home Removal System does work after observing its use and its effects over a 6 month period of time. And before anybody asks… no… I was not paid to write this nor did I get a free one to try. Rather, someone I am close to bought it off Amazon.com and I was a skeptic on-looker. In any case, the caveat being that I know it works (admittedly anecdotal) as long as the hair is dark (ideally black or brown) on very light colored skin (ideally white). The way laser hair removal works is (more…) *This blog post was originally published at Fauquier ENT Blog* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902425 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 18:00:00 +0100 4902425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862713&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F25%2Fis-beer-good-for-your-hair%2F Celeste821 has a sobering question…I see a lot of conversation about beer rinse and heat damage, I was wondering if a brain could shed some light on this? The Right Brain pours a reply: Beer is a great way to treat  heat damage, I always feel better after downing a couple of frosty beverages…Oh wait. You were asking about beer on HAIR.  That’s different. There are three reasons that beer MIGHT help protect your hair from heat damage.  Do you think they could be true? 3 Reasons Beer Could Be Good For Hair Beer contains protein which can form a strengthening film on your hair. Beer has an acidic pH which makes your hair shiny by tightening the cuticles. Beer contains hops which are natural astringents. The sobering truth Beer contains grain proteins (like corn, wheat,... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862713 Wed, 25 May 2011 06:01:39 +0100 4862713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4853003&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F23%2Fhair-hot-iron-damage-which-products-really-work%2F This article explains why high temperature styling is bad for hair and tells you where to buy products with the best ingredients to protect your hair from heat. Why heat is bad for hair? Heat exposure causes three types of hair damage: 1) decomposition of hair pigment (melanin) which cause changes in hair coloration; 2) damage to the fiber surface which makes the hair feel rough and look dull, and 3) weakening of internal hair proteins which can result in increased breakage. These effects are greatest when hair is exposed to temperatures above 130C. Blow dryers, curling, and flat irons are all capable of inflicting significant heat damage. How do heat protection products work? No one knows for sure, but here are three possible theories to explain how heat protection products work: Uniform ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4853003 Mon, 23 May 2011 06:01:16 +0100 4853003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4842016&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36158&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rosacea.md%2F%3Fp%3D107 Intense pulsed light (IPL is a device made popular as an alternative to laser hair removal used in many medispas) is both safe and effective for the treatment of non-aesthetic vascular skin lesions, particularly rosacea and poikiloderma of Civatte, Italian researchers have found. The study involved 85 patients (64 women and 21 men) with a total of 63 non-aesthetic vascular lesions (35 rosacea and 28 poikiloderma of Civatte lesions), 22 pigmented lesions (UV-related hyperpigmentation of solar lentigo-type) and 4 precancerous lesions. Patients received 4 to 6 IPL treatments at three-week intervals. The patients were clinically evaluated and had before-and-after photographs taken at 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 6 months, and 12 months. Four independent dermatologists with no prior knowledge of the stud... The Rosacea Forum - Papulopustular, Telangiectatic, and Phymatous blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4842016 Thu, 19 May 2011 22:16:33 +0100 4842016 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4789433&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F06%2Fwhy-does-water-make-skin-wrinkly%2F Bennie wants to know…Why does my skin get all pruney and wrinkly after I soak in the bathtub? The Left Brain responds: Believe it or not, scientists have only recently discovered how skin can absorb enough water to turn wrinkly without  dissolving and falling off your bones (which would leave a nasty bathtub ring!) Water logged learning We’ve known for a long time that the stratum corneum, the outer layer of skin, can expand as it absorbs water but we didn’t know why skin doesn’t fall to pieces when it’s water logged. Now, according to Discovery.com, the Journal of the Royal Society Interface reports that Australian scientists have identified the unique feature of skin structure that keeps it together the bath. The short version of the explanation goes like... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4789433 Fri, 06 May 2011 06:01:58 +0100 4789433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4775431&cid=t_112841_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F05%2F02%2Ftwo-important-lessons-from-my-much-procrastinated-trip-to-the-dentist%2F The other day, I finally went to the dentist. I was due for a check-up in July, and for the last eight months, I’ve been moving the reminder card around my office and coming up with new excuses about why I couldn’t make an appointment. I made the Thursday, went in, and the whole process took thirty-eight minutes from the time I picked up a magazine in the waiting room to the time I walked out the door holding my bag with freebie toothbrush and floss. I walked the twenty-five blocks to get there, too, on this beautiful spring afternoon, so even half of my travel time was well-spent. From this experience, I draw two lessons for myself — both of which were quite apparent to me, although I neglected to act on them… 1. Procrastination is itself draining. That reminder c... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4775431 Mon, 02 May 2011 19:08:24 +0100 4775431 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4758838&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F04%2F28%2Ftop-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-unwanted-facial-hair-2%2F Persinni wonders… Are hair growth reducing products like Vaniqa really effective? The Right Brain gives this hair raising reply: Vaniqa is a prescription drug (in fact, it’s the ONLY drug) that has been approved by the FDA to slow down the growth of unwanted facial hair. You can read all about it on the Vaniqa website where you’ll see frequent use of the term UFH. (Come on, do we REALLY need an acronym for Unwanted Facial Hair? Sheesh!) Anyway, here are the important points that Beauty Brains think you should know: Top 5 things to know about Vaniqa It’s a light cream base that contains 13.9% of a drug called eflornithine HCl. Eflornithine is an irreversible inhibitor of ornithine decarboxylase, an enzyme responsible for the catalysis of ornithine to putrescine. (... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4758838 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 06:01:23 +0100 4758838 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4709363&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=39212&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbahtocancer.com%2F2011%2F04%2Fslowly-but-surely%2F Some things take a deal of time, but eventually, they get there. Like post-chemotherapy nails. Still not in great shape, but I have to tell you, these are the longest and the healthiest-looking that they’ve been in more than two years. They don’t break or split, the bit coming in at the bottom is a pretty, happy pink, and my manicurist says that in a few weeks I’ll be able to have a French manicure. This has been my ambition, nail-wise, since they started to disintegrate under the cosh of chemo. When the day comes, there will be champagne to go with those French-polished nails. Oh yes there will. And while we’re talking of slow but sure, let’s take a look at my hair. Yes, there’s loads of it, yes, it’s looking like a normal person’s hair&#8... Bah! to cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4709363 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 08:05:19 +0100 4709363 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696622&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fdense-nasal-hair-may-reduce-asthma-risk-in-allergy-sufferers%2F2011.04.10 Researchers in Turkey found that there is an association between nasal hair density and risk of asthma developing in patients with seasonal rhinitis patients. No joke… They published their findings in the International Archives of Allergy and Immunology in March 2011. The rate of asthma found in patients with little or no nasal hair was 44.7% whereas only 16.7% of patients with a dense forest of nasal hair had asthma. They hypothesize that increased nasal hair improves allergen filtration thereby preventing the allergens from irritating the airway. The assumption here being that allergen irritation of the airway can potentially cause asthma. IF this is true (and that’s a big if)… patients with allergies should be encouraged to grow nice thick nasal hair to prevent future ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696622 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 15:00:00 +0100 4696622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4653379&cid=t_112841_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F03%2F29%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-march-29-2011%2F As a dental hygienist, my mom not only cleans people’s teeth, but listens to do them as she does so every day. And like hair stylists and therapists, she often hears their problems too. One of the most valuable advice she has ever given me is to not judge what other people are going through. “You never know what you would do in that situation unless it happened to you.” Our posts this week makes me think about what she said. You may have lived through difficulty, failure, loss of self-respect. You may, in fact, be going through this right now. If so, remember to find the people in your life who won’t judge you, but have compassion for your situation. That person may even be you. I hope you will enjoy our top posts this week! There are some good ones everything from ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4653379 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:31:31 +0100 4653379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4631645&cid=t_112841_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2FlNjB3RtxKFE%2F In recent weeks, lawsuits have been filed in the US and Canada by men who claim their sexual functioning dramatically decreased after taking the Merck Propecia pill that is used to treat hair loss (read one here). Now, a study has reported for the first time that the medicine does, indeed, cause persistent sexual dysfunction, contradicting information disseminated by the drugmaker. Here is the bottom line: the researchers interviewed 71 otherwise healthy men between the ages of 21 and 46 years old. These men reported the onset of sexual side effects associated with the use of the drug and in which symptoms continued for at least three months, despite having discontinued treatment. [The med, by the way, is called finasteride and Merck markets a higher dose called Proscar to treat enlarged p... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4631645 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 14:48:33 +0100 4631645 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4545062&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F03%2F04%2Fthe-best-way-to-get-chlorine-out-of-your-hair-2%2F Kerry’s question… I swim 3-4 times a week and use Ultra Swim Chlorine Removal Shampoo and Pantene conditioner. I’m wondering if the shampoo is actually getting rid of the chlorine or just stripping it of any oils since my hair always feels almost “squeaky clean” after using it. The Right Brain Responds: First of all, we should point out that any good deep cleaning or clarifying shampoo will get rid of surface oils and make your hair feel squeaky clean. That’s to be expected but it’s not really related to how well it removes chlorine. Does Ultra Swim do anything special to get rid of chlorine? Not really. It does contain a chemical called sodium thiosulfate that can THEORETICALLY react with chlorine, but we’re not aware of any practical evid... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4545062 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 06:01:35 +0100 4545062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4527803&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F02%2F28%2Fwhat-you-should-know-about-treating-ingrown-hairs-2%2F Lydia’s got ingrown hair issues…After I wax my legs and hands, there is a relapse of ingrown hair on my waxed skin. It looks terrible and I have tried treating ,but nothing is working out. Does scrubbing help ? Or is there any remedy to cure this skin problem? The Right Brain recommends an anti-inflammatory: It sounds like you might have a case of folliculitis, a condition in which your hair follicle becomes inflamed. Waxing can irritate the hair follicle which causes dead cells to build up at the site of the irritation and form small pus containing pockets. This blockage can trap the hair as it tries to grow out of the follicle and poof! you’ve got an ingrown hair. Scrubbing will only make things worse so DON’T! In fact, you need to give your follicles a rest for ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4527803 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 06:01:25 +0100 4527803 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4525029&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=35060&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthnewsblog.com%2Fblog%2F222111 UCLA researchers unintentionally stumbled upon a cure for baldness in mice. The researchers found a peptide that helps mice keep and regrow lost hair whil studying the gastrointestinal tracts of mice. Discover News reports that it does not look if this baldness cure for mice is going to apply to genetic hair loss in humans. Take a look: Permalink | Recent Headlines | News Feeds (Source: HealthNewsBlog.com) HealthNewsBlog.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4525029 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 19:00:00 +0100 4525029 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4501639&cid=t_112841_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F20%2F12-steps-to-break-your-addiction-to-a-person%2F In his book, How to Break Your Addiction to a Person, Howard Halpern first explains what an addictive relationship is, then gives guidelines for recognizing if you’re involved in one. Then, he offers several techniques on how to end an unhealthy relationship (or an emotional affair). I’ve compiled and adapted all of his suggestions into the following dozen techniques, excerpting what I found to be the most important passages for each. 1. Keep a Relationship Log Keep track of the events and happenings of the relationship, but above all, and in as honest detail as you can, set down your feelings about the contacts with your partner. The reasons this can be extraordinarily helpful are (a) It compels you to notice what is going on and how you feel about it, (b) It can help you to l... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4501639 Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:45:41 +0100 4501639 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4489886&cid=t_112841_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FiREEfhvNGe4%2F What it is: The Healthy Deodorant by Lavanila Laboratories What’s in it: Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Alpha-Glucan oligosaccharide (sugar derived), carrageenan, goji berry, valerian, corn starch, and more – the full list of ingredients varies depending on the scent. What’s not in it: Aluminum, petrochemicals, phthalates, propylene glycol, mineral oils, silicone, synthetic dyes, sulfates, or parabens. What it feels like: A little rough going on — the bar is really solid, and pressing hard to apply can be painful to sensitive or razor-burned skin — but once it’s on, you’ll be dry and happy and vanilla-scented. What it smells like: The bad news? You’re out of luck if you don’t like vanilla. The five available scents — Vanilla Passion Fruit, Vanilla ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4489886 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 21:39:02 +0100 4489886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4414571&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F01%2F30%2Ffor-seriously-tangled-hair-don%25e2%2580%2599t-rely-on-homemade-moisturizers%2F Jim’s got a problem…I’m an “older” male who has kept his long hair. Now that I’m left with only about 26,000 hairs!! it’s still long, curly … and once I spend 20 minutes in the shower with a ton of conditioner, looks great. My hair is SO tangly that virtually every hair I have tangles with every other hair. After gobs of conditioner and 20 minutes in the shower separating every hair from every other hair – 2 days later it’s a tangled mess again. I stopped using any shampoo or soap or anything (except conditioner) a long time ago. I’ve never coloured my hair or used any chemicals on it. So – what’s the most powerful, de-tangler you know of? I’d be prepared to use some spray on Teflon cookware product it that... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4414571 Sun, 30 Jan 2011 06:01:11 +0100 4414571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4361125&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F01%2F18%2Fwhat-you-should-know-about-head-lice-and-hair-color-2%2F Fawn’s fervent about head lice…I was wondering if it is safe to put commercial lice treatment shampoos, Rid or Licex, on newly dyed hair. How long should you wait after treatment to dye your hair? Also, does the dye provide any lice protection? The Left Brain is picky about nits: Thanks for your questions, Fawn. Hopefully these answers will help: Without going into a lot of hair dye history, let’s just say that you should avoid using ANY shampoo on freshly dyed hair. That’s because the washing process removes a lot of dye. If you can, wait at least a couple of days before you shampoo. You can have your hair dyed the next day after lice treatment. The active ingredients will essentially be washed away when you shampoo again. And even if a little is left behind, that... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4361125 Tue, 18 Jan 2011 06:01:25 +0100 4361125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4313545&cid=t_112841_72_f&fid=38877&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laseroffers.com%2Ffractional-for-hairloss%2F A promising study was published in Dermatologic Surgery this month and previously reported at the 6th World Congress for Hair Research in Australia. Many trials have been conducted on the management of male pattern hair loss (MPHL). A variety of laser and light sources have been used for the treatment of Alopecia and MPHL. The [...]Post from: Aesthetic Laser OffersFractional Laser for Hair Loss (Source: Aesthetic Lasers) Aesthetic Lasers blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4313545 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:28:01 +0100 4313545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4298774&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=39212&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbahtocancer.com%2F2010%2F12%2Fhappy-new-hair%2F I didn’t much mind losing my hair to chemotherapy – hair loss is such an integral part of our cultural framework of cancer that I think I might not have felt I Had Cancer Properly if I’d kept it. (I know lots of people do keep their head of hair, thanks to different chemotherapy cocktails and the ordeal that is the cold cap. I am glad for them.) But even though I didn’t really bother about my hair going, I’ve been pretty obsessed with it coming back. Haircuts, colours, the first time I could tuck it behind my ears…. I’ve treasured every milimetre of my returning tresses. And I’ve been very clear about my intentions for my hair: long, long, long. Long enough for me and a passing netball squad to sit on. Long enough to plait into a couple of ro... Bah! to cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4298774 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 06:50:26 +0100 4298774 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4295014&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F340%2F3-beauty-secrets-for-dry-skin%2F Dry skin happens when your skin isn’t able to properly retain moisture and the production of sebum is low. Unfortunately, dealing with this problem is downright annoying, and the products you use can dry your skin out even more. But just like other skin problems, the products you use on a daily basis can heal your dry skin. Keeping that in mind, here are some beauty secrets for how you can effectively use skin care products to add moisture. Tip #1 – Shower Etiquette Showing in excessively-hot water can cause your skin to become irritated, stripped of oils and dry, so keep your water cooler to avoid irritation. Also, don’t let your fingers become pruned while soaking in the bath tub; instead, only soak for 15 minutes or less. Not only will you see an improvement in your skin’s dryne... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4295014 Sun, 26 Dec 2010 20:34:19 +0100 4295014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4285255&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=38856&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.timemastermd.com%2F%3Fp%3D1006 We know Jay Z  stinks, but what is that other smell? It is Beyonce!  Her armpits smell like blooming onions!  I don’t know about you, but I get tears in my eyes when I look at her great pair of pitts. She is a superstar performer, but holy cow, you have got to wonder about her taste in men!   I am not a real fan of rappers or onions, but unlike most in Hollywood who become insanely spoiled – the onion will last and last without spoilage. Some woman’s pits may not  smell like a vegetable garden and could be rather fresh and nice.  Some women emit a smell more like citrus fruit fresh picked off the vine. Smell might be only half the problem though as some women’s pits look more like forest vines rather than grapefruit trees, and I hesitate to imagine what kind ... Timemaster MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4285255 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 08:33:19 +0100 4285255 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4272411&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F12%2F19%2Fthe-permanent-hair-removal-myth-2%2F AA asks…What hair removal techniques, if any, work? (ie, is electrolysis permanent, does laser hair removal last and are there repercussions for skin -e.g, hardening, discoloration? The Right Brain researches: The Beauty Brains usually specialize in helping you take care of the hair you love. But since AA asked so nicely, in this post we’ll give you some tips on how to get rid of the hair you don’t want. Hair removal can be either a temporary or permanent process. (Ok, maybe semi-permanent is more accurate.) Temporary measures include both depilation (getting rid of the hair above the surface of the skin) and epilation (removing the whole hair, including the part below the skin). The effects of depilation can last from several hours to several days; epilation, on the ot... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4272411 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 06:01:45 +0100 4272411 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4265986&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F12%2F17%2F4-ways-to-accidentally-ruin-your-hair-color%2F Debbie’s aghast about her gray… Help! I finally gave in and quit dyeing my hair to avoid the gray and had it bleached and colored to match my gray hair (a little more silver) but the ends and outer layer keeps wanting to turn a dirty blonde. The inner layer and the top are staying the color I want. What can I do to prevent this and do any of the shampoos for silver hair really work? If they (shampoos) work which ones do you recommend? The Right Brain responds by the light of the silvery moon: Based on what you’ve told us we think your shampoo may only be part of the problem. There are several things that could be contributing to your dirty blonde problem. Here are the Beauty Brains top 4 factors to watch out for: 1. Be careful when brushing and combing That damages the ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4265986 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 06:01:03 +0100 4265986 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300227&cid=t_112841_72_f&fid=38877&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laseroffers.com%2Fchanges-in-the-genital-grooming-department%2F Do you think a Brazilian can be a deal-breaker in a sexual relationship? Things have changed in the genital grooming department, and some people feel that we have porn to thank for it. Sheila Jeffreys, the author of Beauty and Misogyny: Harmful Cultural Practices in the West, puts it bluntly when she says “the main [...]Post from: Aesthetic Laser OffersChanges in the Genital Grooming Department (Source: Aesthetic Lasers) Aesthetic Lasers blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300227 Fri, 10 Dec 2010 03:25:55 +0100 4300227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4245519&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=39212&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbahtocancer.com%2F2010%2F12%2Fa-shaving-story%2F A lot of significant stuff happens fast when you’re a teenager, and I remember a week that was really important when I was 14: I shaved my legs for the first time, and I met my first boyfriend’s parents for the first time. Neither went especially well. I shaved my legs using my Dad’s razor. Starting at my left ankle, I poised the blade on my ankle bone and pulled it upwards. I didn’t really know how much pressure I needed to use, and I was a bit heavy-handed, with the result that the razor slipped and cut me. Really cut me. This wasn’t a nick; I had made a razor-head-shaped-flap. It really hurt, it really bled, and I still have a noticeable scar, a quarter of a century on. Still, the rest of the leg-shaving proceeded without incident, and off I went to meet my boyfriend’s fami... Bah! to cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4245519 Thu, 09 Dec 2010 09:15:05 +0100 4245519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4190302&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F11%2F21%2Fhow-to-get-rid-of-razor-bumps-and-ingrown-hairs%2F Jincy wants the juice…I am dealing with a frequent problem of having ingrown hair after waxing my legs, arms and even my underarms. I don’t know what to do about it. I have tried using a scrubber, moisturizing cream to remove it, but this is just getting worse every time I wax. Now, my legs are looking terrible due to these skin problems, could you help? The Right Brain Responds: While we’re not doctors, we do watch a lot of  medical TV shows so we  feel well qualified to answer your question. Follicle folly Seriously, it sounds like you have a case of folliculitis – a condition in which the hair follicle becomes inflamed and irritated. This condition occurs a lot with men when they shave their face. It can also occur on other parts of the body, like the legs. If ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4190302 Sun, 21 Nov 2010 06:01:48 +0100 4190302 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4133869&cid=t_112841_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FqbXa0m1zFC4%2F photo: Thinkstock Check out this post about potentially harmful beauty treatments by Justine van der Leun on AOL Health. People head to the salon to get gorgeous — but with overdone, badly executed or unnecessary treatments, many end up with ugly results. “I see beautiful people who are in a mess because they get suckered into ruining what they have,” says Dr. Debra Jaliman, an American Academy of Dermatology spokesperson and the author of the Skin and Hair chapter in Women’s Health for Life. Here, we run down some potentially counterproductive beauty treatments out there — and tell you how to avoid unattractive outcomes. Skin-Lightening Creams It’s not bleaching that’s the problem — it’s overbleaching. While creams can be effective ... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4133869 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 21:17:14 +0100 4133869 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4133972&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F11%2F03%2Fif-you-dont-test-your-hair-dye-now-you-may-hate-yourself-later-2%2F Marcy’s concerned…I’ve been dying my hair at home for years, and have never done an allergy patch test. I’m starting to wonder now if one of these days it’ll catch up to me. Unfortunately, I’m usually pretty impatient with my hair dye and don’t budget in time for a 48-hour-long test before wanting to color my hair. How common are such allergies, anyway? Also, The instructions say not to cover the test patch on your arm for 48 hours. What if I need to wear a long-sleeved shirt or sweater? Will that alter the allergy test results somehow? Ok, last question, I promise… I’ve noticed a new warning that those with tattoos may be more suceptible to experiencing an allergy from using hair dye. Is that true for a tattoo anywhere on the body, eve... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4133972 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 06:01:35 +0100 4133972 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4125225&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fbreast-cancer-makes-family-memories%2F Last week I had the opportunity to spend time with my son — the Big Guy — when I drove him and a friend to pick up his car from the repair shop. Halfway into our trip, I told him to get my wallet from my purse so he could take some money from it. When the Big Guy opened the wallet, his eyes fell on my driver’s license photo, which was taken when I had breast cancer. He took the license out of my wallet and handed it behind him to his friend in the backseat. The Big Guy then asked his friend if he remembered that he told him that his mom had breast cancer. It was interesting that my son wanted to show his friend a picture of me taken during the year I battled the disease. These are two big football linemen and I have to admit it took me off guard. The fact that the Big Guy discussed t... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4125225 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 20:05:22 +0100 4125225 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4098160&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F10%2F24%2Fthe-secret-all-women-should-know-about-mens-hair-color%2F Kay’s question…Can women use Just For Men hair dye? Is their claim that it only colors grey hair true? And if it is, how is it possible? The Right Brain’s colorful response: Yes, Kay, women can use Just For Men hair dye. In fact, you might already be using that kind of hair color and not even know it! Sort of. Let me explain. First a quick bit of background: Melanin magic Your natural hair color comes from a natural pigment in your hair called melanin. There are two basic types of melanin and they can be combined to form all the different hair colors from blonde to red to brown to black. If you have no melanin your hair has no pigment so it looks grey. Bleached blonde Most hair permanent hair colors (the kind women usually use) work in two stages. First they use a bleach-... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4098160 Sun, 24 Oct 2010 06:01:20 +0100 4098160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4065573&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=39212&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbahtocancer.com%2F2010%2F10%2Fready-for-winter%2F I was going to start this post be saying, ‘I’ve been knitting again’, but actually, I’m always knitting, so…. here are the two latest completed projects, made with the changing season in mind. Cowl: Spiraluscious by Anne Hanson Hat: Reverie by Amy Swenson Yarn: Tosh Sock, colourway Dahlia, bought from Loop in London These are squooshy and warm and pretty and the colourway is amazing – just slightly variegated into pink on one side and purple on the other – but there’s something especially thrilling about the hat. Look more closely. Do you see? Yup, it’s full of holes. (Or to get a bit technical, the spiral is made of yarnovers.) This means, my friends, that this is a hat for people WITH HAIR. And not just a sprinkling of hair: enoug... Bah! to cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4065573 Wed, 13 Oct 2010 06:30:11 +0100 4065573 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4045092&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Ftips-for-a-healthy-shave%2F2010.10.08 How many blades do we need to shave? I’m a man. I use a two-blade razor. This might surprise you. I have the means, so why don’t I use the latest five-blade-vibrating-titanium tool? Any razor good enough for Tiger Woods and Derek Jeeter should be good enough for me, right?  Advanced technology doesn’t always make a product better. Think of your universal remote control — it has half a dozen buttons you’ve probably never pushed and, if it’s like mine, changing the channel is a complicated affair.  Last week a patient of mine, who looks a lot like Javier Bardem, came to my office frustrated. He had been using the latest-blade razor and had red razor bumps on his neck and cheeks. Why?  Because there is such a thing as a shave that is too close. If your beard is cut at ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4045092 Fri, 08 Oct 2010 20:00:55 +0100 4045092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4013332&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F09%2F28%2Fdo-the-alcohols-in-neutrogena-triple-moisture-damage-my-hair-2%2F Sammy complains...Do the alcohols in Neutrogena Triple Moisture Deep Recovery hair mask damage hair or make it drier and more brittle?? The Right Brain Explains: Sammy, the types of alcohols used in hair conditioners are NOT the kind that dry your hair. Ethanol (the kind of alcohol in beer, wine, and cocktails) is a short carbon chain alcohol (only 2 carbon atoms) that is a good solvent and can remove the natural oils from your hair. Some hairsprays use this kind of alcohol (as a solvent for styling resins). Conditioners use cetyl or stearyl alcohols which are long carbon chain “fatty” alcohols (16 or 18 carbon atoms). These fatty alcohols are not drying at all, in fact, they’re good moisturizers for hair and skin. That’s enough science for now. I need a drink! Are... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4013332 Tue, 28 Sep 2010 10:54:40 +0100 4013332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003224&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fattention-lauren-cruse-you-just-won-an-indulgent-bliss-spa-massage%2F Being Blisstree’s Facebook fan undoubtedly has its benefits – namely, free prezzies. In the past few weeks, we’ve given out hundreds of dollars in giveaways, from an organic food delivery to a Guy Fieri knife set, and a pair of lululemon athletica workout pants. And now, Lauren Cruse just won our latest giveaway: a $150 gift certificate for a 75-minute signature “Blissage Massage” good at any Bliss spa location around the country. How’d she do it? Easy. She simply became a fan of Blisstree on Facebook. Lauren can look forward to more than an hour of tension-melting massage therapy at Bliss Spa, which includes a warm wax foot-softening wrap for extra indulgence (a $150 value). We could use one of those right about now. Become a fan of Blisstree now to get access to more give... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003224 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 16:07:39 +0100 4003224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4002878&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2F201685%2F Not to stress you out on a Sunday, but today is your absolute LAST CHANCE to enter our super-luxe Bliss Spa giveaway. One lucky reader will win a $150 gift certificate for a 75-minute signature “Blissage Massage” good at any Bliss Spa location around the country, just for being a fan of Blisstree on Facebook. It’s simple. Click here and hit the “Like” button to become a fan of Blisstree by today at 5 p.m. EST. Then you’ll automatically be entered to win lots of chilled-out giveaways like this one. We now return to your regularly-scheduled lazy Sunday. Post from: BlissTree (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4002878 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 14:00:25 +0100 4002878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4002997&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F09%2F26%2Fthe-top-3-causes-of-frizzy-hair-2%2F Bluz Cluz is dizzy about frizzy hair…My question is what causes frizzy hair and what can I do to prevent this? My hair tends to go crazy in rainy weather or if there’s a lot of humidity in the air. The Right Brain gives her a scientific spin: BC, here are the 3 main reasons your hair gets frizzy: 1) The Natural Shape of Your Hair: Hair that grows out curly tends to more frizzy than hair that grows out straight. The shape of the shaft is primarily determined by the shape of the follicles, the little tubes under your scalp that your hair grows out of. Sadly, there’s not much you can do to change the genetics of your hair, although you could chemically straighten it. 2) How You Cut and Style It: If you’ve got longer hair that’s experienced a lot of brushing and c... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4002997 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:01:03 +0100 4002997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4001684&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2F201681%2F We hate to say this, but you only have one more day left to enter our super-luxe Bliss Spa giveaway. On the bright side, one lucky reader will win a $150 gift certificate for a 75-minute signature “Blissage Massage” good at any Bliss Spa location around the country, just for being a fan of Blisstree on Facebook. It’s simple. Click here and hit the “Like” button to become a fan of Blisstree before tomorrow at 5 p.m. EST. Then you’ll automatically be entered to win lots of chilled-out giveaways like this one. Post from: BlissTree (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4001684 Sat, 25 Sep 2010 14:00:24 +0100 4001684 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3973086&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=39215&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancersuucks.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F09%2Fnow-what.html I know i mentioned it peripherally, but did not make a big deal out of it on my blog, I AM DONE WITH RADIATION!!!! Still there are follow up appointments and i will probably go there for a free reike treatment, but the radiation therapy is done!!! Boob area still a little sunburned but I can deal with that. Because of all the sunburns i had when i ignored them that they said going out in the sun can cause cancer. In fact, it makes cancer treatment easier to deal with so long as you don't get a sun- causing cancer, anyway. So actually, tanning helps cancer. Another myth de-bunked.And know how they document my skin condition? Only those of you who are old-time nurses will appreciate it. Digital photos. In the old days, we would be documenting each shift on someone's skin. But my "reddened, r... Cancer does suck but it is a little funny. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3973086 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 16:46:00 +0100 3973086 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3933040&cid=t_112841_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2010%2F09%2Fhigh-cortisol-levels-hair-higher-incidence-heart-attacks%2F A study just reported is showing that people who have had recent heart attacks have a higher level of cortisol in their hair shafts than those that have not had heart attacks. This intriguing report was authored by Gideon Koren of the University of Western Ontario. (Source: Inside Surgery) Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3933040 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:35:02 +0100 3933040 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3920841&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fa-dermatology-visit-10-tips-to-get-the-most-out-of-it%2F2010.08.31 Having a high-quality doctor’s visit takes effort on your doctor’s and yours. Here are 10 tips to get the most out of your next visit with a dermatologist: 1. Write down all the questions you have and things you want to discuss with me. Be sure to list any spots you’d like me to check or any moles that have changed. Have a loved one lightly mark spots on your skin they are concerned about. 2. Know your family history: Has anyone in your family had skin cancer? What type? Patients often have no idea if their parents have had melanoma. It matters. If possible, ask before seeing me. 3. Know your history well: Have you had skin cancer? What type? If you have had melanoma, then bring the detailed information about your cancer. Your prognosis depends on how serious the melanoma was, ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3920841 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:00:13 +0100 3920841 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3915056&cid=t_112841_106_f&fid=34805&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FAwfulPlasticSurgery%2F%7E3%2FR3D4knxZUxM%2F Jeremy Piven’s head... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit MyWebsite.com for full links, other content, and more! ]] (Source: Awful Plastic Surgery) Awful Plastic Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3915056 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 02:02:17 +0100 3915056 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3915261&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=39212&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbahtocancer.com%2F2010%2F08%2Five-been-shopping%2F Look what I bought. Look what I did with it. This is the first time I have brushed my hair since December 2008, when I had it cut short in preparation for chemotherapy. Not that I’m a slattern when it comes to haircare, you understand, it’s just that up until now a quick comb through with my fingers followed by a bit of attention with straighteners and wax have done the trick. Not any more. And I have to tell you, brushing my hair gave me a little thrill nothing to with “natural boar bristles to stimulate and massage my scalp” – though it is feeling very stimulated and massaged, since you ask. The whole ‘having hair again’ thing, frankly, never gets old. (I look forward, in due course, to posting pictures of me swishing my hair about, and sitting... Bah! to cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3915261 Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:15:18 +0100 3915261 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3895936&cid=t_112841_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F08%2F23%2Fobama-kanazawa-endogamy-and-religion%2F A recent blog entry by Satoshi Kanazawa, an evolutionary psychologist, recently came across my desk that made the outrageous claim that one cannot chose one’s religion. If one’s family is a Muslim, you will be too, no matter what you actually practice — genetically speaking. He relates this piece of news by suggesting that Obama cannot choose to be a Christian, because his family was a Muslim. He suggests that, genetically, Obama is a Muslim no matter what he practices. If this doesn’t pass the basic logic smell test for you, then you’re not alone. Like other world religions, Islam not only is a religion but also comprises largely endogamous ethnic groups. When a group of individuals remain largely or entirely endogamous (marry only other members of the group ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3895936 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:27:31 +0100 3895936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3890470&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fsponsored-post-how-to-get-summer-hair%2F The celeb hairstylist from Miami’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim gives styling and application tips for textured styles, frizz-free waves and beach braids. Post from: BlissTree Sponsored Post: How To Get Summer Hair (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3890470 Sat, 21 Aug 2010 19:57:20 +0100 3890470 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3865233&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2F10-things-we-want-to-do-this-weekend-11%2F It’s almost our favorite time of the week. Yep, that’s right – Le Weekend. We’ve got big plans for the next few days (see below). How ’bout you? Eat cucumbers. This vine vegetable is sorely under-appreciated. We’re going to eat a cuke-centric dish at least once this weekend. Eat energy bars. We don’t always have time to cook delish dinners, so we’d better be prepared. Bake a batch of cookies. It’s almost time for our summer-long baking hiatus to come to an end, and we won’t even break the bank on fancy baking gear. Try aromatherapy. Or at least buy some nice-smelling soaps. We’re thinking lavender. Sleep. We know we say this a lot, but this weekend we’re dismissing our alarm clocks. We’re going to need o... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3865233 Fri, 13 Aug 2010 21:44:09 +0100 3865233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3858332&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fwhen-appearance-is-affected-by-disease%2F We attended a great luau this past weekend that was held in place of a bridal shower for a couple getting married in October. The bride is the daughter of my husband’s lifelong friend, so she is basically another niece to him. She looked stunning and happy and the event was just perfect. The mother of the bride is living with a chronic illness and is also a dear friend to my husband, although we haven’t seen her for years. I didn’t recognize her at all and had to ask my husband where she was. When he pointed her out I was shocked and saddened. This once beautiful woman has been completely transformed in her appearance due to the medication she is taking to combat the effects of her disease. She has put on a great deal of weight, but it is mostly her face, which is bloated by steroids... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3858332 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 18:26:19 +0100 3858332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3790937&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F234%2Fthe-skinny-on-dermatology-a-few-common-medical-procedures%2F When we think “dermatologist”, we may only think about a specialist who consults her patients on facial skin problems, like acne. But the dermatologist provides a wide array of services having to do with skin, scalp, hair, and nails,  and performs various medical procedures. Here are a few of the most popular. 1. Hair transplantation When a patient is confronting the often debilitating prospect of hair loss, dermatologists may opt to perform a cosmetic procedure known as hair transplantation. The way it works is that the dermatologist will remove skin containing hair follicles and surgically attach it to skin lacking these follicles. This procedure is mostly used to treat male pattern baldness, but can be used in other instances, like, for example, with eyebrows, eyelashes, an... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3790937 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:36:53 +0100 3790937 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3762988&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F07%2F18%2Fthe-reason-armpit-hair-doesnt-grow-down-to-your-knees%2F Li longs to learn: How does hair know when to grow? When you shave your legs, it grows back but it stops growing after a certain length. If you shave it again, it will grow back to that length. What’s up with that??? The Left Brain leads her: Li, actually your question is easy to answer once you understand two things: 3 stages of hair growth The first thing to know is that hair goes through 3 different stages as it grows: Anagen, Catagen and Telogen phases. The Anagen stage (that’s Anagen, not Anakin!) is the stage where the hair grows like crazy. This stage can last a up to 4 to 6 years and can produce scalp hairs that grow to be almost 3 feet in length! (that’s 100 cm for our international readers). And if you think 3 feet is impressive, you ain’t seen nothin&#82... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3762988 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 06:01:07 +0100 3762988 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3816719&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=39215&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancersuucks.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F07%2Fcancer-shrink.html The new cancer shrink was actually quite good. Even if she did used to work with my ex-husband. That means, though, that she has been in the business as long as I have as opposed to the new medical school grad i had who just didn't click with me. Anyway this new doctor does what I thought cancer shrinks should do- she talked about my cancer and the effect it was having on my feelings, behavior, etc. She acknowledged that yeah, maybe it is a little stressful when every time you come to an appointment, you learn something new that is worse than what you thought. I think working with her is going to go along pretty well with all that alternative stuff i am going to do at the radiatiion place. I might even take a yoga for delicate people class. Shit, I had the perfect chance to steal a yoga ma... Cancer does suck but it is a little funny. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3816719 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 22:21:00 +0100 3816719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3761592&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fhair-paste-for-chemo-hair%2F Yesterday I went to the salon to get my hair done for a family wedding this weekend. It reminded me that when I was at the BRCA conference earlier this summer in Toronto, I sat beside a woman whose hair had just begun to grow back — it was barely three-fourths of an inch long. She lamented that she had a wedding to go to that coming weekend and had no idea how she was going to look good with the limited amount of hair she had to work with. I recommended that she try using a hair product that my hairstylist recommended and showed me how to use when my hair began growing back. It’s a fun product called hair paste. When hair starts growing back, it isn’t quite the hairdo we were dreaming about during chemotherapy. My hair was curly and looked like I had four tufted patches on my... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3761592 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:03:59 +0100 3761592 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3816720&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=39215&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancersuucks.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F07%2Fsanity-is-over-rated.html So I am killing time after working the night shift and going to my cancer shrink. My body is wide awake but my mind is f.ed, so I will be good and crazy when I see her. It would really be a waste of time to see a shrink if I were sane, right?I got the cancer book. As I suspected, when I glanced through the diet section, they are kind of down on refined sugar, white bread and red meat. But I was pleasantly surprised to see that they recommend red wine and chocolate. I believe they said the more the better, I am not really sure but if one of something is good, ten of them must be even better, right?I briefly considered re-learning how to cook so i could make stuff with that new fake sugar that is out that is supposed to be pretty good. The natural one, not the chemicals. Cancer book is very ... Cancer does suck but it is a little funny. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3816720 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:41:00 +0100 3816720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3742248&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fpatient-stories-about-hair-loss%2F2010.07.10 The New York Times has a series called “Patient Voices” which gives insights from the patients with the disease, physical and emotional changes in their lives, and accommodations made. The most recent series is on patients with alopecia (hair loss). “The Voices of Alopecia” by Tara Parker-Pope (July 6, 2010): This week, Patient Voices explores alopecia, an autoimmune disease that leads to a few bald patches to the loss of every hair on a person’s body. To hear what it’s like to live with alopecia, listen to the Patient Voices audio slideshow that features adults, children and their parents who are coping with the condition. Listen to these seven people tell what it’s like to live with alopecia: - Matt Kelly, 43, lost his hair at age 38 over a 6 week time... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3742248 Sat, 10 Jul 2010 14:00:00 +0100 3742248 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3737066&cid=t_112841_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2F6y-60jaDMuk%2Falopecia-patients-viewpoint.html The New York Times has a series called Patient Voices which gives insights from the patients with the disease, physical and emotional changes in their lives, and accommodations made.  The most recent series is on patients with alopecia or hair loss. The Voices of Alopecia by Tara Parker-Pope (July 6, 2010) This week, Patient Voices explores alopecia, an autoimmune disease that leads to a few bald patches to the loss of every hair on a person’s body. To hear what it’s like to live with alopecia, listen to the Patient Voices audio slide show that features adults, children and their parents who are coping with the condition. Patient Voices: Alopecia  Listen to these seven people tell what it is like to live with alopecia? Matt Kelly, 43, lost his hair at age 38 over a 6 wee... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3737066 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 11:23:00 +0100 3737066 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3729874&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fyour-hair-may-be-tracing-where-youve-traveled%2F2010.07.06 Researchers at the University of Utah and IsoForensics Inc. in Salt Lake City have demonstrated that water can potentially be used as a tracer to determine the travel habits of individuals. Because of the natural geographic variability in the hydrogen and oxygen isotope content of water, proteins within hair should contain evidence of these ratios and therefore act as signatures as to where someone has traveled. The current study has shown that the geographic source of tap, bottled water, beer, and sodas can be distinguished simply by measuring the isotope ratio of the water within these drinks. In our opinion, if the technology pans out for real world use, IsoForensics has a bright future with dictatorship governments, security and intelligence services, armed forces, and maybe even some ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3729874 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:00:51 +0100 3729874 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3729841&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fbad-hair-day-bad-work-day-does-your-mane-affect-your-job-performance%2F photo: Thinkstock It’s a little melodramatic to say that a bad hair day can ruin an entire 24 hours of your life. But, sometimes it does. Uncooperative hair sets us back in the morning and distracts us during the day, and research by Proctor and Gamble showed that women feel less hostile, ashamed, nervous, guilty, or jittery if they think their hair looks good. A full 25% of women say that they don’t want to leave the house on a bad hair day. Is anyone out there unfazed by a bad hair day? How do you, lovely readers, avoid bad hair days? (Especially today, when it’s 101 degrees outside where we are.) We’d love some tips. Let us know in the comments section, below. via The Juggle Post from: BlissTree Bad Hair Day, Bad Work Day: Does Your Mane Affect Job Performance? (... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3729841 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 20:18:36 +0100 3729841 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3726675&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F07%2F05%2Fhow-safe-is-home-hair-lightening-2%2F Leery Locks writes… I am wondering if you could explain any differences between products to bleach/lighten hair like “Sun In” spray, drugstore purchased bleaching/lightening boxed kits and the stuff they use at salons? I have dark blonde/light brown hair and would like to lighten it and remember how easy it was to control the effect and areas of lightening with a spray in product like “Sun In” but hear it’s really harsh on the hair (but I think all lightening/bleaching stuff is supposed to be pretty harsh.) My main question is, if you want to lighten your hair is there any difference between the products results? I know there’s different shades of blonde to choose from in the boxed kits and in the salons (unlike Sun In, which you control by using... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3726675 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 13:28:54 +0100 3726675 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3723408&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=37852&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdonnatrussell.com%2F2010%2F07%2F03%2Fbad-hair-day-madison-avenue-can-fix-it-%25e2%2580%2594-and-fix-you-too%2F My new post on Politics Daily / Woman Up. Bad Hair Day? Madison Avenue Can Fix It — and Fix You, Too. Surprise surprise. Yet another study pathologizes a common and trivial life disappointment — bad hair days. So says Wall Street Journal, reporting on a new Procter & Gamble study. The company wants to know why their Pantene brand is not selling better. Wall Street Journal writes: “Scientists at the consumer-products giant surveyed women and found they felt less ‘hostile,’ ‘ashamed,’ ‘nervous,’ ‘guilty’ or ‘jittery,’ depending on the hair products they used, while at other times they said they felt more ‘excited,’ ‘proud’ and ‘interested.’ Users of a new version of Pantene, one ... Donna Trussell blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3723408 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 04:40:53 +0100 3723408 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3710745&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=37852&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdonnatrussell.com%2F2010%2F06%2F29%2Fwomen-and-their-hair-a-love-story%2F Donna Trussell at 8 years old. The hair hasn't changed much, has it? My new post on Politics Daily / Woman Up. Women and Their Hair: A Love Story. “How can women think with all this hair?” That quote is from an inconsequential bit of fluff, “Switch,” a 1991 movie starring Ellen Barkin. Plot: a sexist man gets murdered by three ex-girlfriends and is reincarnated as a woman, whereupon he gets a taste of his own medicine. Silly movie. Classic quote. How indeed? You can pass all the equality laws you want, but there is one arena in which men and women will forever diverge. Women are obsessed with hair. Men, on the other hand, tend to notice hair when it’s so long they can no longer see. (Or when it disappears, but that’s another story.) Can you imagine ... Donna Trussell blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3710745 Wed, 30 Jun 2010 03:24:14 +0100 3710745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3706771&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F06%2F29%2Fis-there-a-safe-blow-dry-temperature%2F Daffodil asks…Based on one of your descriptions of heat damage, I am wondering if cool air will also do any damage by shocking the cuticle dry too quickly, and removing natural moisture. I thought cool air would be completely safe, now I’m not quite sure. The Left Brain responds: While it seems logical that cool air would be completely safe for your hair you have to understand that the problem is not just the temperature of the air used to dry your hair. It’s also the fact that you cycling your hair through wet and dry conditions. Dry damaged When hair is saturated with water the cortex (the inner protein bundles that give hair its strength) swells up. The outer protective layer of your hair, the cuticle, is not as “stretchy” as the cortex so it doesn’t... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3706771 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 06:01:30 +0100 3706771 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3679833&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F06%2F21%2Fis-cayenne-pepper-good-for-your-scalp%2F JazzyFresh says…I read that cayenne pepper aids in circulation and stimulating blood flow. I’ve heard of many people adding cayenne pepper to hair oils (esp. Ayurvedic oils) and massaging it into the scalp to stimulate hair growth. I wonder if there is any science to this? The Left Brain answers: Surprisingly, there is some science linking pepper oil to hair growth, but it doesn’t work quite in the way you described. Peppery Prose According to a study entitled “Administration of capsaicin and isoflavone promotes hair growth by increasing insulin-like growth factor-I production in mice and in humans with alopecia,” researchers have hypothesized that capsaicin, the active ingredient in red pepper oil, can activate the insulin-like growth factors that help contro... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3679833 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 06:01:48 +0100 3679833 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3679834&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F06%2F20%2F12-jobs-that-let-you-have-weird-hair%2F A writer at careerbuilder.com has a fun article about jobs that let you have weird hair. Of course the list contains a bunch that you would expect such as cosmetologist, server, and massage therapist. But it also lists things like college instructor, photographers, and web designers. And guess what? Chemists make the list too! Obviously, this writer has never worked in the cosmetic industry. Cosmetic chemists with weird hair are just not found.   Not even the most famous cosmetic chemist has weird hair. They must be talking about the uber geek chemists from the American Chemical Society (ACS). Then again, the Right Brain has some funky hair days so maybe there is something to this. If you don’t feel like looking at the article, here is the complete list. Barista – Drink maker... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3679834 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 13:14:37 +0100 3679834 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3672073&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F169%2Fskin-discoloration-causes-symptoms-prevention-treatment%2F QMWQ22TDDUW6 A skin discoloration could be a symptom of an underlying illness, exposure to an environmental toxin or simply spending too much time in the sun.  The color, size and location, as well as the presence of other symptoms will help with the diagnosis. Red or purple discolorations that appear in a rash-like pattern may indicate bleeding under the skin.  This could have been caused by an injury, an infection or vascular disorders. Light brown, red or black spots similar to freckles are typically caused by aging and overexposure to the sun.  They are referred to as age spots, liver spots, solar lentigo or senile freckles. A black stain of various sizes can be caused by carbon or graphite becoming embedded beneath the skin.  The cause in this case is an injury, often a puncture w... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3672073 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:00:04 +0100 3672073 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3742326&cid=t_112841_122_f&fid=35077&url=http%3A%2F%2Fneurophilosophy.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F06%2F07%2Fthe_neuroimmunological_basis_of_hair_pulling%2F New research shows that trichotillomania (compulsive hair pulling) occurs as a result of defects in the brain's immune system, and can be alleviated by bone marrow transplants. (Source: Neurophilosophy) Neurophilosophy blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3742326 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 16:55:41 +0100 3742326 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3636050&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F147%2Ftips-for-choosing-a-dermatology-clinic%2F Choosing a dermatology clinic is easy when there is only one in your area.  But in most communities, there are dozens to choose from.  Here’s some advice for making the right choice. Find Out About Insurance Depending on the Kind of health insurance you have, you may need a referral from your primary care physician.  If no referral is necessary, you will want to call the office and make sure that they take your insurance before you make an appointment. Generally speaking, insurance providers will not cover cosmetic procedures.  But, a flexible spending plan can usually be used to cover those procedures. Ask About Payment Plans In the event that the procedure you want is not covered by insurance, you will want to get an estimate and find out about payment plans before you make a commi... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3636050 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 14:45:50 +0100 3636050 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3629607&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fbp-refuses-donated-hair-to-clean-up-gulf-oil-spill%2F photo: Inhabitat Recently, hair salons and nonprofit groups across the country (including Matter of Trust) have been collecting hair and fur to send to the Gulf Coast to help clean up the BP oil spill. Hair mats and booms are a natural, non-toxic way to absorb the oil that’s polluting the Gulf of Mexico. But BP has refused to try using the donated materials that are currently filling 19 warehouses. And they haven’t just ignored the mats: BP sent out a press release saying that they were appreciative, but also told organizations to stop collecting and sending hair, because they weren’t going to use it. BP claims that the hair will sink, but there are ways of making it float. They’re also worried it’ll leave debris behind. Yes, we’re certain that hair is m... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3629607 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 21:27:39 +0100 3629607 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3611980&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F05%2F30%2Fwhats-the-best-close-shave-2%2F Brett is bemused… So here’s my problem. I’m a guy and I cannot seem to ever get a close shave. I have tried all the recommendations I have found on the Internet (ie: use a brush, leave the shaving cream on for a long time, shave in the shower, etc) all to no avail. Even after I have just shaved it looks like I have a 5′oclock shadow. My facial hair is really coarse and my skin is quite pale. It bothers me especially above my upper lip when I’ve just shaved and the blade won’t get any of the super-short hairs that are still there. I was wondering a) what is better electric or blade, b) is it really that bad to shave against the grain if you are someone who doesn’t get ingrown hairs, and c) would it be safe/effective to use a nair-type product or a ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3611980 Sun, 30 May 2010 06:01:48 +0100 3611980 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3592300&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F05%2F24%2Fcould-head-lice-finally-be-eradicated%2F In this study, researchers compared the effectiveness of an oral treatment of Ivermectin with a topical treatment of malathion lotion. This double-blind study was conducted over the course of 15 days and involved 812 patients. The Ivermectin proved effective in ~95% of test subjects. The topical treatment was about 85% effective. So, maybe the oral treatment is the way to go (unless you are in the 5% of people where it didn’t work). End of Nit Picking? It would be nice if this meant that a simple oral treatment could replace the difficult and time consuming standard treatments for lice, but this one probably won’t. It is not 100% effective, not everyone can take the drug, and lice will certainly adapt. But if you’ve got a particularly difficult lice infestation to deal wi... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3592300 Mon, 24 May 2010 06:01:46 +0100 3592300 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3577499&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F05%2F19%2Fdoes-hair-grow-faster-in-the-summer%2F This study confirms the presence of seasonal variations in normal trichogram.” 3. Seasonality of Hair Shedding in Healthy Women “These results confirm the findings of former authors who have indicated seasonal changes in human hair growth, though this is the first study performed systematically in a representative number of women.” It looks like there is reasonable evidence that hair grows faster in the summer. What an interesting and surprising finding! Isn’t science wonderful? (Source: thebeautybrains.com) thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3577499 Wed, 19 May 2010 06:01:24 +0100 3577499 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3567941&cid=t_112841_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F05%2F16%2Fface-it-6-steps-to-help-women-deal-with-aging%2F Mark Twain once wrote, “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” I like that. But get real. In a culture preoccupied with youth and beauty, where there has been a 114 percent increase in the number of cosmetic surgeries performed since 1997? How do women escape the judgment conferred on them every time she opens a magazine, gets online, or turns on the tube? How does she silence the menacing messages she sends herself when a new gray hair is found, or her crow’s feet grow an inch longer? Very deliberately and carefully say Vivian Diller, Ph.D and Jill Muir-Sukenick, Ph.D, both professional models turned psychologists, in their new book, “Face It: What Women Really Feel as Their Looks Change.” The authors propose a... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3567941 Sun, 16 May 2010 10:30:29 +0100 3567941 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3549430&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F05%2F10%2Funwanted-hair-try-licorice%2F Vdot wants to know…The Epilar System claims to be a topical product that, when used in a series of 8-12 treatments spaced 5-6 weeks apart, can inhibit hair regrowth. Looking at the ingredients, I think the jury is still out on whether Trypsin (it’s an enzyme, right?) is a hair growth inhibitor. Thoughts on the ingredient combo here, and is it junk or worth a try for those of us who have to keep up with our girl ’staches weekly? The Right Brain responds: We have an answer for you Vdot, sort of. While we haven’t had a chance to research Trypsin as a hair growth inhibitor we did just come across an article describing the discovery that licorice extract can effectively inhibit hair growth. Hair growth inhibitor According to the Dermatology Times, a study conducted at Un... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3549430 Mon, 10 May 2010 06:01:41 +0100 3549430 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3546849&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fkilling-lice-a-growing-healthcare-field-at-500-a-head%2F2010.05.08 What’s one of the fastest growing healthcare fields? A professional nitpicker — as in the profession of picking lice out of hair. In a recent New York Times story, it’s becoming apparent that parents will do anything to get rid of lice. Part of it is the stigma associated with it, part of it is the “ickiness” factor. As a parent myself, I certainly understand the sentiment. (more…) *This blog post was originally published at KevinMD.com* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3546849 Sat, 08 May 2010 17:50:23 +0100 3546849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3533965&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F05%2F05%2Fdoes-leonor-greyl-masque-quintessence-hair-mask-work%2F Peppermint poses a question…I am interested in the Leonor Greyl Masque Quintessence hair mask but at $137 a tub I am incredibly skeptical. In this economy I wonder how this product continues to have sales at such an unbelievable price! I am just wondering if this masque contains some kinds of superior ingredients or something that justify the price? Are there any alternative products worth trying that are at a more reasonable price that might have the same impact on hair? The Right Brain responds: We agree that the cost of this Leonor Greyl product is ridiculous for the benefits it provides. For that much money, it had better be the “Holy Greyl” of hair care products! (By the way, for those of you not in the know, you can read about Leonor Greyl.) We can’t tell you ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3533965 Wed, 05 May 2010 06:01:04 +0100 3533965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3526971&cid=t_112841_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F28%2Fskin-pores-and-pore-size%2F Pores are tiny openings on the skin that are found in close association with the hair follicle.  It’s where the secretions of the oil glands come out from. Pore size is determined by a number of factors.  Primarily, it is genetically determined so if you already have enlarged pores there’s really little you can do to make them smaller. Pore size is also related to sebaceous gland activity so if you have oily skin chances are your pores may appear larger than those of your friends with dry skin.  Sun damage and skin aging may also lead to enlarged pores so it’s always important to slather that sunblock on before going out under the sun. Although there is little you can do to actually alter the size of your pores there are some things you could do to make them appear finer.  Find o... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3526971 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:20:01 +0100 3526971 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3508273&cid=t_112841_111_f&fid=39123&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fnursingcomments%2Ftdtc%2F%7E3%2FuQdtGoRQJT0%2F           Feeling depressed or forgetful?  How about being tired all of the time or notice your hair falling out?  Are you gaining weight for no reason?  I was just two years ago.  Luckily I went to my doctor with these symptoms and he ran some blood tests.  Guess what?  I had hypothyroidism.  Believe it or not – approximately 59 million Americans have this mysterious and often undiagnosed disease.  In fact, more people are affected by hypothyroid symptoms than diabetes, yet it is far less recognized or understood.  Hypothyroidism is more common than you would believe, and millions of people are currently hypothyroid and don’t know it.  What is it?  Very simply, the disease is an underactive thyroid.  Unfortunately, the common warning signs are often dismissed... Nursing Comments blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3508273 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:13:07 +0100 3508273 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3508413&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=39026&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcarolinemfr.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F04%2Flong-hair-story.html Finally, nearly three years after cutting it all off, my hair is at that stage where it is annoyingly long. Post chemo I have been getting hair cuts every 8 weeks to allow growing time between. I have reduced the amount of time to 7 weeks recently and now am 1.5 weeks from my next hair cut and its driving me CRAZY!!!! Its okay in the front but in the back and the sides, its driving me crazy... Its too long to ignore but its sticks out and is too short to pull up. Grrr.... But that's a happy grr because I have been waiting for this for a LONG time. I would rather be aggravated than bald. (Source: Caroline's Breast Cancer Blog) Caroline's Breast Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3508413 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:23:00 +0100 3508413 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3494506&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fmy-hair-is-back-and-so-is-my-vanity%2F Finally! After five years, my hair is back to where it was before I was diagnosed with breast cancer. When my hair first started growing back after chemotherapy, it was completely different than what I was expecting. It was dark and curly, and the texture was thicker than my ”real” hair. I didn’t mind it much, mostly because I was so grateful not to be bald anymore. It was also a novelty to have short, dark, curly hair when most of my adult life I had shoulder-length, blond, straight shiny hair. As my hair continued to grow, it lost the curliness and I had long wavy brown hair — this was a novelty for me too. I actually felt like a sexy, sultry brunette. What I didn’t feel was like myself. For a few years, I struggled with my appearance. I liked how I looked as a brunette, bu... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3494506 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 18:06:34 +0100 3494506 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3479834&cid=t_112841_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2F6Qhao8aVVnM%2F Cover for "Mom, Have You Seen My Leather Pants? by Craig A. Williams Patrick Sauer is funny. This is his third “Read It Like a Man” weekly column for Blisstree. Click to read his original intro, and first and second installments. Chapter 3: 80s Hair Metal I have this pet theory that the essence of what these here United States are all about can be summed by Van Halen. (Here me out – you’ll kill at the next happy hour.) We talk a big game about freedom, liberty, and democracy, but the most honest quote about our country came from one of its worst presidents, Mr. Calvin Coolidge, when he noted that “the business of America is business.” It took us almost a century to go to war over the idea that black people maybe weren’t property, and that was long after... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3479834 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:53:54 +0100 3479834 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3460271&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F04%2F12%2Fare-womens-razors-different-from-mens%2F B. Cluz asks…Is there really a difference between men and women’s razors? The women’s razors always seem to be more expensive and I’ve heard it’s because they put in those moisturizing strips, women’s hair is different, etc, etc. But honestly, can’t we use a men’s razor to do the same thing? The Left Brain’s razor sharp reply: There is a popular notion belief that women’s razors get dull faster so they must be different. But when you compare apples to apples there doesn’t seem to be much real difference. Razor reality First, it is likely you’ll see differences if you’re comparing different brands at different price points. For example, if you’re comparing a basic Schick disposable for women to a Gillette M... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3460271 Mon, 12 Apr 2010 06:01:41 +0100 3460271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3437715&cid=t_112841_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2Fnkl6SeYdHMw%2Fscalp-reconstruction-article-review.html The March issue of Plastic Surgery Practice has a very nice article on scalp reconstruction (full reference below). The short article is an overview of HRS (hair restoration surgery) options for massive hair loss resulting from illness or injury. The degree of deformity generally determines the treatment choice. Advancements in HRS in the past 2 decades are significant in yielding natural and almost undetectable results. Using a combination of HRS and cosmetic and reconstructive techniques, most deformities can be treated effectively. There are many HRS techniques available, including follicular unit transplantation (FUT), follicular unit extraction (FUE), scalp reduction, scalp flaps, and tissue expansion. The article gives some nice tips for use of tissue expanders: Planning is cr... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3437715 Mon, 05 Apr 2010 11:01:00 +0100 3437715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3436314&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F04%2F04%2Fdo-vitamins-in-tigi-bed-head-reconstruct-your-hair-2%2F Kate’s question…What do you think about TIGI Bed Head products? Some of these conditioners and shampoos claim to have mega vitamins A,B,C,D,E and reconstruct your hair. The Right Brain’s response: Kate, you’re just lucky that I’m answering this one instead of the Left Brain. There’s nothing Left loves more than to bash cosmetics with vitamins! I’ll be a little bit nicer. A little bit, but not much! Let’s take a look at Bed Head’s ingredients (we’ll use their Self Absorbed Mega Vitamin Conditioner as an example). Here’s what’s in it: Bed Head ingredients Deionized Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG 100 Stearate, Trimethylsilyamodimethicone, Octoxynol 40, Isolaureth 6, Cetyl Alc... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3436314 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 06:01:14 +0100 3436314 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3390858&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F03%2F22%2Fcan-a-drug-make-your-hair-thicker%2F Larissa asks…Is it true that Minoxidil can make hair thicker in people who do not suffer from hair loss? If you have thin, fine hair, can it make the individual hair thicker and coarser? Or should Minoxidil be left to those who suffer from male/female pattern baldness? The Left Brain responds: As Msgotrox accurately pointed out in our Forum, Minoxidil works by altering the growth cycle of hair. Hair has three phases of growth: an active growing phase called anagen, a resting phase called telegen, and a dormant phase. Minoxidil delays the phase where the hair falls out. It does not help by making existing hairs thicker/coarser/stronger. The kind of baldness is key It’s important to remember that Minoxidil only works on a certain type of baldness, the hereditary kind which is tec... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3390858 Mon, 22 Mar 2010 06:01:26 +0100 3390858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3385512&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fa-funny-surprise-from-breast-cancer%2F There is one positive thing that I can honestly say came out of chemotherapy. It came up with my hairdresser today when she happened to notice that I have great eyebrows. I know it sounds funny, but hey, let me have this one thing. I have always had darker and thicker eyebrows than most women, but not quite as great as Brooke Shields. I was constantly plucking and shaping them and then breast cancer hit. Chemotherapy thinned them out quite a bit, but it couldn’t quite get rid of them. After my hair grew back, my eyebrows took on a new shape – and I couldn’t be happier. So today, my hair dresser commented on how great my eyebrows looked. When I told her I did not have to pluck or shape them ever, I knew she was impressed. We suffer so much through chemotherapy. Many of us struggle wit... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3385512 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:05:55 +0100 3385512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3342892&cid=t_112841_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2FHIlKnUdtgLQ%2F For every action, there is a reaction. In this case, a group of women are angry the Taxotere breast cancer med has not only left them permanently bald and looking sick long after they were treated for the disease, but the warning was insufficient. Calling themselves taxotears, several have formed a group - A Head of Our Time - to demand more patient education. ‘A Head of Our Time is a world-wide organization of “baldies” who have banded together to share emotional support, compare medical research and educate our health care providers. If you are tired of the stares and the dismissive suggestions to “wear a wig”, you will find understanding and, indeed, empowerment among us,’ according to their web site. At least one has also posted photos on the Sanofi-Aventis Facebook... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3342892 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:47:23 +0100 3342892 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3338309&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F03%2F06%2Fare-mens-shave-creams-different-than-womens%2F Eva asks…Is there a difference between men’s and women’s shaving creams? And what are the merits of shaving oils and lotions? The Right Brain replies: The main ingredients in shaving creams are the soaps that soften hair and lubricate skin. Most formulas create this soap my mixing a fatty acid (like stearic acid or palmitic acid) with an alkaline ingredient (like triethanolamine). This is true of products for men or women. Shaving science Let’s look at some ingredient lists for examples: Typical Men’s shave cream #1 (Edge): Deionized Water, Palmitic Acid, Triethanolamine, Stearic Acid, Isopentane, Sunflower Oil Monoglycerides, Sorbitol, Aloe Barbadensis Gel (Aloe Vera Gel), Fragrance, PVP, Isobutane, PEG 90M, FD&C Blue 1 Typical Mens’ #2 (Gillette):... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3338309 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:01:34 +0100 3338309 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3314709&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F02%2F27%2Fchemically-straightening-or-flat-iron-which-is-worse%2F Kim comments… What’s worse: chemically straightening hair, or blowing hair out and flat ironing it 2-3 times per week? I know they’re both bad, but is there a lesser of the two evils? The Right Brain Replies: Chemically straightening is about the worst thing you can do to your hair. That’s because the first step in the hair straightening process breaks apart the protein bonds in hair. Breaking those bonds allows you to take the curl out of the hair but it’s very harmful because not all the bonds are repaired. So, your hair is left much weaker after straightening. Blow drying and ironing are harmful too, but they’re much less damaging than chemical attacks. Plus, you can use heat protection products that will help cut down on the damage. The Beauty Brain... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3314709 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 06:01:07 +0100 3314709 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3306783&cid=t_112841_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2010%2F02%2Fsystemic-lupus-erythematous-sle%2F Pathophysiology 1) systemic disorder with tissue damage secondary to autoantibodies and immune complex deposition 2) cause is unknown but likely requires an environmental stimulus (example is ultraviolet light) in presence of many susceptibility genes Signs and Symptoms 1) butterfly rash on face 2) short hairs in frontal scalp (”lupus hairs”) 3) “carpet tack” skin lesions 4) pericarditis 5) pericardial effusions 6) pleurisy 7) pleural effusions focal or diffuse proliferative nephritis 9) abdominal pain 10) blindness 11) fatigue (often debilitating) 12) cognitive dysfunction (”lupus cerebritis”) 13) subcutaneous nodules 14) puffiness of hands and feet 15) swan-neck deformities of fingers Characteristic Test Findings Laboratory – 1) anti-ANA antibo... Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3306783 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:54:46 +0100 3306783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302438&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F02%2F24%2Fliquid-glass-for-hair%2F Professor Auntie asks…Do you think we’ll be spraying liquid glass on our hair soon? The Left Brain says: Auntie is referring to a story I Tweeted about a few days ago about “SiO2 ultra-thin layering” technology. According to Physorg.com this sprayable glass coating, consisting of nano-sized silicon dioxide particles in water or ethanol, could revolutionize “almost everything” because it can protect any surface from environmental factors like moisture,  UV radiation, dirt, heat, and even bacteria. Follow the link to read more about this fascinating new discovery. Glass for hair? Considering the protective properties of this technology and given that the coating is flexible and invisible, there is certainly potential application to hair care. If this pro... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302438 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 06:00:40 +0100 3302438 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3271001&cid=t_112841_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2010%2F02%2Fobsessivecompulsive-disorder%2F Pathophysiology 1) compulsive behavior and/or obsessive thoughts that impair everyday functioning 2) usually occurs for at least one hour a day Signs and Symptoms 1) repetitive handwashing 2) repetitive counting 3) checking repeatedly as to whether a task has been accomplished 4) fear of germs or contamination 5) repetitive hair pulling (trichotillomania) with bald spots or missing eyebrows or lashes 6) wish to conceal their compulsion 7) feeling of anxiety if compulsive behavior is denied tends to have a prolonged and waxing and waning course Characteristic Test Findings Radiology – positive PET scan findings in caudate nucleus and frontal white matter (PET scans “light up positive) in areas that have high glucose metabolism) Histology/Gross Pathology 1) decreased size of cau... Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3271001 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 23:28:34 +0100 3271001 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3269770&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F02%2F13%2Fhow-do-volumizing-treatments-work%2F Chrissy’s quote…After years of limp hair, I am seeking a hair routine that actually works. How do volumizing treatments work? What ingredients should I look for in a product like shampoo? The Right Brain’s regrettable response: Chrissy, allow us to put this delicately: Remember when your parents told you about Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny? And you thought that was SO AWESOME? And then you found out that they weren’t real, that they were just a made up fantasy? Remember that? Turn down the volume Well, volumizing shampoos and conditioners are kind of like that. There is no real ingredient technology that can volumize hair from a shampoo or a conditioner. At best, a shampoo or conditioner can help volumize hair a little bit by NOT weighing it down. That’s... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3269770 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 06:01:03 +0100 3269770 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3262847&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fwhy-am-i-keeping-this-wig-after-i-survived-cancer%2F Like a lot of women I know I have fat pants in my closet. You know, the ones you kept from when you were at your heaviest so you can remind yourself how much weight you lost. They are usually one or two sizes bigger than you are now. Only some of us keep them because every now and then our weight creeps back up and we actually need a pair of bigger pants. We refuse to pay for fat clothes because we are convinced the weight will come off again. Some of us never even tell anyone but sisters and close girlfriends about our fat pants. Certainly my husband doesn’t know. When he comes with me to doctor’s offices I don’t even let my husband see the nurse weigh me or check my height; I don’t want to ruin his image of me as tall and thin, which isn’t easy to accomplish... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3262847 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 21:29:19 +0100 3262847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3235953&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F02%2F03%2Fis-essential-damage-care-essentially-different%2F Dazzlegloss dares to ask…A friend of mine swears by a Japanese hair care line called Essential Damage-Care.  The product claims that it can “care even for the most damage-prone last 15cm of hair”! My hair is damaged from the hell I put it through over the past 10 years (perms, dye jobs–though not platinum!) and I would like it to be in better condition. While I know that hair cannot be repaired, can this product really live up to what it says it can do? Or is it just marketing? The Left Brain replies: Well, let’s look at what the products claim to do and how well I think they can deliver based on the ingredients that they contain. First, here’s what the Essential Damage Care website claims about its Rich Premier line: Gives untameable hair a smooth &am... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3235953 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 06:01:19 +0100 3235953 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3208315&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2010%2F01%2F26%2Fcope-with-hair-loss%2F Filed under: Cancer CaregiversCancer patients often have a hard time coping with hair loss. Remember, not all chemotherapy medicines cause hair loss, and doctors can tell you what to expect. Although hair loss doesn't occur right away -- and hair grows back after treatment -- losing one's hair can be an emotional experience, especially because hair loss occurs on all parts of the body -- facial hair, arm and leg hair, underarm hair and pubic hair. During chemotherapy, hair and scalp need special care. Use a mild shampoo and a soft hair brush. Try to air-dry your hair. Wear a short hair cut, which will make hair look thicker and fuller. Sleep on a satin pillowcase. Do not use rollers, dye hair or get a perm. Use a sunscreen, sunblock, hat, scarf or wig to protect the scalp f... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3208315 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3208315 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3142686&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F01%2F05%2Fdoes-axe-shampoo-scrub-away-styling-residue%2F Steph says…Hey Beauty Brains; my boyfriend regularly uses Axe Intense Hair Scrub Shampoo. When you put some on your hands you can feel little grainy bits that I guess are supposed to help remove styling residue? What are those grainy bits and does it really make hair cleaner? The Left Brain investigates: Ah the Axe brand.  The men’s brand that made their mark pandering to the most basic of all truths about males…guys groom themselves to get chicks. With some of the racy advertising they use, I half expect them to try and sign Tiger Woods to a sponsorship deal. Axe products are made by Unilever who also is responsible for such brands as Suave, Sunsilk, and Dove. Considering the way the company advertises Dove, it’s ironic that they also make Axe. But I digress. Unilever has a big b... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3142686 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 06:01:34 +0100 3142686 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3139212&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36469&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fespeciallyheather%2FEH%2F%7E3%2FunzWcrWc7XI%2F but this picture! This picture was taken at The Gaylord Palms Hotel in Orlando. It is the first family picture we have had taken since my cancer diagnosis and thus loosing my hair. I have so many other photo’s to show you of our Christmas vacation, but that will have to wait until company leaves… Until then, Happy 2010! (Source: Especially Heather) Especially Heather blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3139212 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 13:49:24 +0100 3139212 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3092967&cid=t_112841_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fstopping-male-hair-loss-early-is-key.html This is a sponsored guest post written by Louis Dobbs on behalf of Procerin for Men. Post powered by Sponzai.For many men, hair loss in an unfortunate fact of life. Whether you are going completely bald, or have just started to notice some thinning of your hairline, odds are good that you will be one of the nearly 65% of men that experience some loss of hair in their lives. For those of us with prematurely bald fathers or grandfathers, the future is even more bleak. Genetics plays a powerful role in a man’s susceptibility to hair loss, so if you have a family history of male pattern baldness early action is essential to keeping your hair.Scientists have known for over a decade that male hair loss is the result of a combination of genetics and the effects of di-hydrotestosterone (DHT). DH... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3092967 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 04:29:00 +0100 3092967 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3048311&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36469&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fespeciallyheather%2FEH%2F%7E3%2F0Lv9ge4-LVE%2F When ever I hear of someone who has been recently diagnosed with cancer, my mind goes back to that day when I first heard that I had brain cancer. I remember the fear and the complete out of control feeling that I felt. I remember the pleading, praying, bargaining, begging and finally the surrender that I experienced. I have recently come across two very precious people that have just been diagnosed with cancer. Wendy has just been diagnosed with lymphoma. Reading through her blog, floods of emotion ran through me… especially this post I remember silently watching my hair go down the drain, trying to hold back the tears… I remember calling my dad because Mark was at work and asking him to come over and shave my head because it was too hard to watch it gradually fall out. I rem... Especially Heather blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3048311 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:44:08 +0100 3048311 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3029932&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F11%2F26%2Fthe-little-known-connection-between-your-hair-and-a-turkey-dinner%2F What does your hair have in common with turkey? They both contain a chemical called tryptophan. Tryptophan is one of the amino acids that make up the protein structure of hair. It is also easily degraded by UV radiation so when scientists measure sun damage to hair, they can measure how much tryptophan is lost. Hairy turkey Ok, that’s mildly interesting, but why is hair related to turkey? Because tryptophan is also found in turkey. In fact, it’s the chemical that people claim is responsible for making you sleepy after a big Thanksgiving dinner. Except that’s not really true. Snopes.com has an excellent debunking of the turkey-tryptophan myth. While it IS true that some forms of tryptophan can be a natural sedative, the kind in turkey (and many other meats as well) doesn&#... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3029932 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:01:20 +0100 3029932 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3015304&cid=t_112841_106_f&fid=34805&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FAwfulPlasticSurgery%2F%7E3%2FTvgWRg7oY6g%2F Do you think all celebrities... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit MyWebsite.com for full links, other content, and more! ]] (Source: Awful Plastic Surgery) Awful Plastic Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3015304 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:38:07 +0100 3015304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3015444&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=37857&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifedancegirl.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F11%2Fevolving-hairstyle.html When my hair was so curly it needed to be trimmed on a regular basis. Initially the curls just got bigger as my hair grew and they would stick out. There were times before a needed haircut when I thought the long "wings" resembled a clown's hairstyle!Now that the curls have relaxed to waves, I have started growing my hair into a bob. My daughter Joy has frequently trimmed my hair to eliminate the layers. Sometimes, when I look in the mirror, I think I would fit right in with the "Fab Four" 1960's Beatles!I can have different looks depending on the weather. On days that have humidity in the air, my hair will again be curlier than on cool dry days. Sometimes the waves feather back to give me more of a 1970's hairstyle!When my hair has finally reached the desired length I will go to the salon... The Dance of Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3015444 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:43:00 +0100 3015444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3003905&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F11%2F18%2Fwill-pepperie-solve-my-salt-and-pepper-hair%2F Designergrl disbelieves…I saw a product called Pepperie Sachet. According to their website, the product “will stop the growth of gray hair, rejuvenate and strengthen your hair.” Supposedly it can restore the health of the follicle so that your hair returns to its natural color. This sounds like hype but I just have to ask: is there any evidence that gray hair can actually be reversed? The Left Brain responds: As Purple pointed out in the Beauty Brains Forum, there’s no product on the market that will reverse grey hair. The only thing I would add is that if a product could actually reverse your gray hair then it is a drug and should be safety tested before anyone even tries it. If an ingredient (natural or not) could interact with your body’s natural processes... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3003905 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:01:00 +0100 3003905 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2981208&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F11%2F11%2Fis-the-no-poo-method-for-you%2F Indi-Curl wonders…I have just started a No-Poo hair care routine for my ultra-curly hair and I have a question about leave-in products that are compatible with the system. I know to avoid silicone, and I do, but I was wondering about products with Mineral oil in them. My favorite leave-in treatment contains Mineral oil.  Is a conditioner like VO5 strong enough to cleanse hair when this type product is used? I couldn’t find any real information online about it. Everyone just says not to use Mineral oil at all, but it works great on my hair! My hair has never looked better, but I want to make sure I don’t have any buildup problems down the road. Thanks! Left Brain explains For the people who don’t know it, the No-Poo hair care routine is basically washing your hair with cond... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2981208 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:44:49 +0100 2981208 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2977529&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fwe-interrupt-this-life-to-bring-you-breast-cancer%2F Do you ever feel like that? It’s like someone just put a stop to your life and stuck you with breast cancer. I have to wonder every now and then how things would be different if I had never been diagnosed with breast cancer. I found a picture of myself recently that was taken a year after breast cancer when my hair was a dark brunette after growing back. If I had never had breast cancer I never would have known what I looked like with dark hair. Isn’t that silly? But those are the shallow thoughts I have sometimes. Another one is thinking about how I might have gone for a breast lift and implants now that I am aging a little bit. With my reconstructed breasts I may have ended up on the better end of this deal though. Anyways, what I am talking about is the private world where we en... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2977529 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:46:27 +0100 2977529 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2971926&cid=t_112841_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F11%2F08%2Fnot-so-brady-4-rules-for-staying-together-when-you-remarry-with-kids%2F There’s a story … of a lovely lady … who meets her prince charming and the two of them with their six combined children live happily ever after. NOT! Having been Cindy Brady myself — if you changed my stepsister into a boy and fused my twin sister and I into one girl, then you have it: the perfect Brady family — I know that there are bigger problems in the house than Jan’s inferiority complex to Marsha, Peter’s near death experience with a tarantula in Hawaii, and Greg getting a tad chilled in the meat freezer at Sam’s Butcher Shop when he gets locked in there. (Yes, I watched a lot of TV as a kid.) The real issues? Peter hates Carol. He totally resents her because ever since she and her big hair came to stay, his dad isn’t around to ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2971926 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:45:14 +0100 2971926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2959035&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36469&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fespeciallyheather%2FEH%2F%7E3%2F6ZyOD16wpMU%2F I thought this was hil.ar.ious! Although I lost my hair from radiation and not chemo, I can still wholeheartedly relate! Special Thanks to Kathy at Life With Steven for putting it on my facebook page (Source: Especially Heather) Especially Heather blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2959035 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:56:57 +0100 2959035 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2908846&cid=t_112841_135_f&fid=35274&url=http%3A%2F%2Facidrefluxweb.com%2F%3Fp%3D4118 I’m finally posting on GayGuideToronto.Com of the first edit of my intro I posted for feedback a few weeks ago. Warning not safe for work. (Source: acidrefluxweb.com) acidrefluxweb.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2908846 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:40:54 +0100 2908846 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2901726&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F10%2F17%2Fhair-removal-laser-treatment-works-better-as-a-single%2F Mid Brain reports: It turns out, more is not always better, at least not when it comes to laser hair removal. In an article published in the Archives of Dermatology, scientists report that a treatment with a single type of laser was more effective than one with two kinds of lasers.  Twenty individuals were treated in various spots with a Nd:YAG laser, an alexandrite laser, or a combination of those.  They found that the most effective, least painful treatment was the alexandrite laser.  It had an 84.3% reduction in hair versus a 73.6% reduction of the combined laser.  The combination treatment also caused more burning (an unfortunate side effect of this procedure). Does laser hair removal work? According to this research, laser hair removal does work. It is believed to work by destroyi... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2901726 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 06:49:00 +0100 2901726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2894788&cid=t_112841_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fcelebrating-honey-bee-day.html According to a friend, Heidi Richards, yesterday the 13th of October was Honey Bee Day! Heidi shares:In honor of 211,600 beekeepers who annually produce more than 220 million pounds of honey every single year I thought I’d share some of my favorite honey beauty recipes with you.Honey Almond ScrubThis Honey Almond Scrub has a refreshing peppermint touch that will exfoliate the skin and make it soft and smooth.Ingredients:3 Tablespoons Almond meal (sometimes called Almondflour)2 Tablespoons Jojoba oil3 Tablespoons Honey3-4 drops ofpeppermint essential oilDirections: Pour Almond meal and Jojoba oil into a small glass bowl or jar. Stir well. Mix in the Honey and Peppermint essential oil. Stir mixture until completely mixed together. Before applying, cleanse the skin. Apply to moistened face.... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2894788 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:24:00 +0100 2894788 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2862712&cid=t_112841_136_f&fid=36469&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fespeciallyheather%2FEH%2F%7E3%2FYK-WmxHaCxk%2F I have had many people ask me this question: “Why do you continue to shave your head even though you are not on any treatments?” And honestly, it is a good question that I don’t think I have addressed here on my blog. First, I did not lose my hair from chemo. I took a pill form of chemo called Temodar. Temodar has all of the usual side effects of iv chemo (low platelets, loss of appetite, nausea, weight loss etc) except for losing your hair. I lost my hair due to high levels of radiation on my scalp that killed my hair follicles. I have thinning in large areas that will never be full again from where the levels were lower. I have a an “old man bald spot” on the top of my head where the levels were high: Losing my hair was honestly the hardest part of havin... Especially Heather blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2862712 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:55:51 +0100 2862712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300236&cid=t_112841_72_f&fid=38877&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laseroffers.com%2Fobgyns-and-laser-hair-removal%2F Some people wonder why OB/GYN practices offer LHR. Isn’t it the realm of plastic surgeons and dermatologists? For gynecologists laser hair removal is a natural transition and a perfect fit as they can perform these procedures in discrete areas of the female body in a comfortable setting of a medical office. Permanent reduction of hair [...]Post from: Aesthetic Laser OffersOB/GYNs and Laser Hair Removal (Source: Aesthetic Lasers) Aesthetic Lasers blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300236 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:33:59 +0100 4300236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300238&cid=t_112841_72_f&fid=38877&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laseroffers.com%2Fcomparison-of-ndyag-lasers-to-ipl-devices%2F YAG 1064 nm Lasers Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Devices Applications Hair Removal, Photorejuvenation, Skin Tightening, Active Acne treatment, Telangiectasias (spider veins), Rosacea, Sun & Age Spots, Pseudofolliculitis Barbae. Hair Removal, Photorejuvenation, Sun & Age Spots, Rosacea. Efficacy High power to dermis: more energy to follicles, vessels, collagen, sebaceous glands. High power absorption in epidermis: less [...]Post from: Aesthetic Laser OffersComparison of Nd:YAG Lasers to IPL Devices (Source: Aesthetic Lasers) Aesthetic Lasers blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300238 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:27:44 +0100 4300238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2824247&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F09%2F23%2Fdo-hair-thickening-products-work%2F Omgaya3 asks…I have seen a leading shampoo brand claiming that it can make hair 2 times thicker. Is it actually possible to make hair that very thick? I cannot imagine making each strand of one’s hair grow twice in thickness! Can you kindly enlighten as to how such claims have been made? The Left Brain responds: They don’t actually make the strands two times thicker.  Not having seen the specific claim (the wording matters) it’s difficult to say how they are justifying it.  But here is a strategy companies generally use. 1.  Consumer perception – They ask consumers how much thicker they think their hair is after using the product. 2.  Photo measurements – They take a before picture and an after picture and measure how much more volumized the person... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2824247 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 06:01:38 +0100 2824247 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2819218&cid=t_112841_72_f&fid=38877&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laseroffers.com%2F2009%2F09%2Flong-term-hair-removal-results-with-ndyag-laser%2F A White Paper by David J. Friedman, MD I recently completed a clinical study of laser hair removal using the LightPod Neo, a 1064nm Nd:YAG laser from Aerolase. I was requested to conduct this study because I have a well established cosmetic dermatology practice in which I perform the laser treatments myself, and hair removal is [...]Post from: Aesthetic Laser OffersLong-Term Hair Removal Results with a Novel Nd:YAG Laser (Source: Aesthetic Lasers) Aesthetic Lasers blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2819218 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 02:39:25 +0100 2819218 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2804061&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F09%2F17%2Fdoes-dove-visibly-smooth-deodorant-reduce-underarm-hair%2F Vananners asks…What do the Beauty Brains think about the new Dove Visibly Smooth Deodorant that supposed to minimize hair growth? I’ve been using it about 3 weeks now and feel like I’ve noticed a difference. The hair seems to grow slower, is softer and easier to shave. The Left Brain replies: As I pointed out in the Forum, hair growth minimizers are more marketing than anything else.  If the product actually worked to slow down hair growth then it would be considered a drug and require much more extensive testing.  In fact, if you check the claims that Dove’s website makes about Visibly Smooth, you’ll see that they do NOT claim that it does reduces hair growth. Dove Visibly Smooth claims Conditions your underarm skin from the first time you use it Minimizes... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2804061 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:01:07 +0100 2804061 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2774713&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F09%2F08%2Fcan-thyroid-problems-cause-hair-loss%2F Faz is concerned…My hair keeps falling a lot and is getting quite thin, my hair usually falls out while I am brushing it or washing it. My mum says I may be short of some nutrition and may be because I don’t drink enough water. What can I do? The Right Brain responds: Here’s another example of why our Beauty Brains Forum is so fabulous. When Faz asked this question earlier this year, some of our astute Beauty Brainiacs (Marynel, Janis, Purplerules, Tsunamino and others) jumped in and asked Faz if she’d gotten a doctor’s opinion. That’s because her symptoms sounded like they might be beyond a cosmetic “dry hair” problem. Specifically, they suggested she get her thyroid checked.  So, we thought it might be helpful to educate all our readers ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2774713 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 06:01:01 +0100 2774713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765982&cid=t_112841_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fbook-review-hair-loss-for-dummies%2F What causes hair loss?  Can you prevent it? Can lost hair be restored? These are just some of the questions answered by the user-friendly Hair Loss & Replacement for Dummies. Co-authored by well known hair restoration surgeons Robert M. Bernstein, M.D., F.A.A.D., and Dr. William Rassman, this book gives both men and women a clear understanding about hair loss, hair loss prevention, hair replacement, natural remedies, over the counter treatments, and medical and hair transplant options. Featured chapters include … Getting To Know Your Hair ( What Causes Hair Loss; The Devastation Of Hair Loss In Women; Undergoing Hair Restoration Surgery) Anatomy and Physiology of Hair (How Hair Grows; Aging Hair; Hair & Ethnicity, Maintaining Self-Esteem in the Face of Hair Loss) Taking Bet... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765982 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 04:26:58 +0100 2765982 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2748091&cid=t_112841_131_f&fid=34994&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gnxp.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F08%2Fcurly-haired-dogs.php Since I see p-ter hasn't posted on this, in Science, Coat Variation in the Domestic Dog Is Governed by Variants in Three Genes:Coat color and type are essential characteristics of domestic dog breeds. While the genetic basis of coat color has been well characterized, relatively little is known about the genes influencing coat growth pattern, length, and curl. We performed genome-wide association studies of more than 1000 dogs from 80 domestic breeds to identify genes associated with canine fur phenotypes. Taking advantage of both inter- and intrabreed variability, we identified distinct mutations in three genes, RSPO2, FGF5, and KRT71 (encoding R-spondin-2, fibroblast growth factor-5 and keratin-71, respectively), which together account for the majority of coat phenotypes in purebred dogs ... Gene Expression blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2748091 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 07:40:00 +0100 2748091 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2748025&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fdo-toppik-hair-building-fibers-work%2F Mel Cooley asks… Would the Beauty Brains recommend buying Toppik Hair Building Fibers for my slightly hair-impaired significant other? The Right Brain responds: Well Melanie, thanks for your question. Whether or not you want to be with the kind of guy who covers up his bald spot is up to you. But we can clue you in on the technology behind Toppik. Toppik Hair Building Fibers. Yeah, right. The hype on this one is a bit hard to swallow. Here’s what Amazon.com says: The best hair loss concealer on the market. Toppik fibers are restructured to merge undetectably with your hair when applied. It is a safe, natural way to eliminate the appearance of baldness and thinning hair. It’s not a spray, cream or cover-up. In fact, it’s so scientifically advanced that it is unlike a... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2748025 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:01:23 +0100 2748025 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2737870&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F08%2F27%2Fwhats-really-not-true-about-your-shampoo%2F Left Brain laments… I read this shampoo post over at Salon and was outraged that a credible site like that would pass on such nonsense.  I am a cosmetic chemist.  I’m a scientist.  I’ve formulated shampoos.  And I can say that many of the things claimed in the article are just wrong.  For example… Shampoo Ingredients Let’s ignore the blatantly false sub-headline calling shampoos virtual toxic dumps and move along to the initial claim.  According to the author “Of the 22 ingredients in this bottle of shampoo, three clean hair.  The rest are in the bottle for the psychology of the person using it.” Here is the list of ingredients taken right from a Pantene Shampoo bottle. Water, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chlorid... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2737870 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 06:01:48 +0100 2737870 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2712165&cid=t_112841_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F08%2F19%2Fis-my-child-a-kleptomaniac%2F In an article about apologizing, I confessed to stealing a friend’s hair brush when I was six. That brush burned a hole in the back of my closet until the unbearable guilt ratted me out to my Mom. She marched me over to my friend’s house and stood at a supervisory distance while I did the death walk of the condemned up to the door. The brush was returned together with a shaky, sincere apology. I never felt so bad, before or since. Thus ended my career in petty crime. When I read Perri Klass’s article in the New York Times Health section, Stealing in Childhood Does Not a Criminal Make, it rang so true. Dr. Klass is a pediatrician/writer whose career I’ve followed since my graduate school, her medical school days back in the ’80s. Like me, she is now a seasoned professional wit... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2712165 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:00:57 +0100 2712165 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725008&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=38856&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.timemastermd.com%2F%3Fp%3D533 The 24-year-old Victoria’s Secret angel/supermodel, Bar Rafaeli is one of fashion and beauty’s freshest faces and is the face of Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Hair Products.  There are many people out there that think Bar is one of the prettiest and sexy girls around, so why is she being treated like a dog?  You’ve got to read this to believe it. This new product  from Garnier is getting rave reviews from users, and it certainly fits the new push for healthy products. like fruits, and oils that enhance our looks naturally.  So with fantastic ingredients like Apple Fruit Extract, Lemon Peel Extract, Vitamin B3 – Niacinamide, Vitamin B6 – Pyridoxine, Avocado and Olive Fruit Oils…what is Linalool?  Linalool? Linalool  is used as a natural bot... Timemaster MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725008 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 15:26:42 +0100 2725008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2682010&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F08%2F08%2Ftoo-many-shampoos-revisited%2F The Right Brain returns: In our post on “Too Many Shampoo Choices” we quoted Rob Fisher’s blog. Rob came back with some excellent comments clarifying his earlier rant. Rather than keep his points buried in the comments section, we thought we’d followup with another post. Take it away Rob: Are there too many choices? It was fun to find my article mentioned here and read your comments, so I thought I would respond. In answer to each of your comments: 1) There are too many choices if you just want to buy some shampoo quickly, but don’t want to end up with your hair accidentally volumised or something. Of course, if you really care about getting the best possible product there can *never* be too much choice. To turn it around, I think there can never be too many ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2682010 Sat, 08 Aug 2009 06:01:34 +0100 2682010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2670940&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F08%2F05%2Fdid-you-ever-wonder-what-your-hair-looks-like-close-up%2F This really appeals to the scientist in me. You can see all of the important hair structures like the cuticle, the cortex and even the melanin that gives hair it’s color. It also shows you why you can’t fix a split end. Once the hair fiber has been broken, no amount of hair treatment is going to rebuild a broken strand. (Source: thebeautybrains.com) thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2670940 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 07:53:06 +0100 2670940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2664000&cid=t_112841_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2Fc-d1WBFOFAI%2F New research has found that redheads may have a lesser tolerance to pain to non-redheads. This is especially true at the dentist, where some redheads have been found to need more anesthetics in order to feel numb. As a result, some redheads may not go to the dentist as often, because their experience is much worse than those without red hair. This new research first began in 2004, when research revealed that redheads needed up to “20 percent more general anesthesia than blonds and brunettes.” To find out why redheads had these types of difficulties, researchers looked at the melanocortin-1(MC1R)receptor gene, which produces melanin. Melanin gives skin, hair, and eyes their color. Redheads are actually a mutation of MC1R, and as a result receive fairer skin, reddish hair, and s... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2664000 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 22:21:40 +0100 2664000 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2660817&cid=t_112841_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F08%2F01%2Fhairy-glaze-of-glory%2F Sandy says…Talk to me about these new hair color glazes on the market. What do you know? Do you like ‘em? The Right Brain replies: Hair color glazes are all the rage these days. We here at the Beauty Brains have taken a look and even tried them and have the following observations. What’s in there? Here is John Frieda’s Brilliant Brunette Luminous Color Glaze. It’s interesting to note that except for the color of the formulas, the Brunette, Red head, and Blonde formulas are pretty much the same. Water, Propylene Carbonate, Alcohol Denat., PEG-12 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Citric Acid, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Xanthan Gum, Dimethiconol, Oleyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Propylene Glycol, Methylcloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothizolinone, Pearl Powder, Fragrance, Ir... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2660817 Sat, 01 Aug 2009 06:01:32 +0100 2660817