In 2019, I’ve written blog after blog about what you can do to regrow or thicken your hair. That’s all well and good, and it really is helpful, but I have yet to show you results in a real-life results. Well, here I am. As a guy who had extremely thin hair and tried my best to cover it up with products, different hair styles, hats, etc., I can tell you right now that I’m happier than ever with my hair… and here’s how!

I made the move in January of 2019 to see Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Fort Worth. It took me forever to make the decision. I was nervous, because I was extremely self conscious about my thinning hair. My hair was thinning at the crown of my head, so I couldn’t really see it all the time, and I didn’t really know how bad it was until late last year. I wore hats all the time, used filling products (almost like makeup) to cover up my bald spot, and even shaved my head a few times thinking I was “over it.” I was still so unhappy with my hair, so I did something about it.

I was fully prepared to go in and spend a good chunk of money on the surgery. But the recommendation I was given was to actually not have the hair replacement surgery. Instead, try taking pills for 90 days. These pills include biotin, finasteride, and minoxidil. I was (and still am) very diligent in taking these pills. It’s a once a day thing, and if you miss a day or two on accident it isn’t the end of the world, but in 2019, I think I might have missed five days total.

Again, I was thinning the most on the crown of my head, so I couldn’t really tell if it was working or not. One day after about three months of taking these pills, a friend came up to me and told me that my hair looked darker. I thought it was a bit odd, but didn’t think much of it. The next time I saw a group of friends, literally all of them mentioned my hair and how much darker and healthier it looked. I was still wearing a hat at this point, but I have a little bit longer hair so they could still see it. They told me to take my hat off so they could see it. Reluctantly, I removed my hat and they were amazed. Mind you, I hadn’t looked at the crown of my head in a very long time. I would always get a little upset when I saw how bad it was, and if I don’t look at it, it isn’t that bad, right? Terrible thought process. Anyways, I was happy with their comments, and kept taking the pills.

Fast forward to July. We’re seven months into taking these pills on a daily basis. I went on a fishing trip with my dad and brother (both completely bald), and one of the first things they both asked was if I got a hair transplant. I told them I simply take these pills everyday, and they were both pretty much in shock. 

It’s an incredible feeling when you’re so self conscious about something, then at some point excited to show off what you were self conscious about. It’s like when your hard work in the gym starts to show. It’s a great feeling, and I have zero problems fixing my hair and not wearing a hat anymore! Is my hair completely full like Brad Pitt? Absolutely not. But is it way thicker and healthier than it was a year ago? Absolutely. I’m going to continue with these pills, and maybe one day, if I want it to look even fuller and thicker, I may think about the hair transplant. But for now, my hair is so much better than what it was at the beginning of 2019, and I’m no longer self conscious or worried about it!

Is your hair thinning? Call Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Fort Worth today for your free consultation! Get your hair back. Get your life back!

Hair extensions are made of natural or synthetic hair, and are used to add length and volume to your hair. Hair extensions range in price depending on the type, style, length, and functionality. Synthetic hair extensions are more budget friendly, while the natural hair extensions can be pricey. Obviously, the natural hair extensions will be the easiest to style, even with heating tools, but they also require a bit more maintenance than synthetic. 

So why would you get hair extensions? Well, to have more hair! Whether it’s length, volume, or if you happen to be thinning or have bald spots, hair extensions are a fairly simple way to add more hair to your head. For some people, hair grows extremely slow. Hair extensions are a great way to add the length you want to your hair without having to wait months for beautiful long locks. For others, it’s a way to add volume and some bounce to flat, thin hair. Hair extensions are also used by people with conditions such as Alopecia, because it adds full hair to super thin hair or a balding scalp. 

If you’re thinking about hair extensions, be mindful of a few things! First, you always want a professional to install your hair extensions. If you try to do this yourself, you could end up damaging or even pulling out hair, which is the exact opposite of what you’re trying to accomplish. Be sure to not have your hair extensions put in too tightly. A lot of times, hair extensions, even done by a professional hair stylist, can be installed way too tightly and will constantly pull on your hair. Not only can this be painful, it can cause your hair to go into a resting phase and fall out. Always take care of your extensions! Treat it like your real hair, and you should be fine. Many people “set it and forget it”, but you’ll need to treat your extensions with care to keep it looking healthy and natural. 

There are a few different types of hair extensions, so let’s talk about those!

Tape-in extensions

Tape-in hair extensions are the quickest to be installed. They are available up to 8 inches in length, and come in strips that can be taped in and maneuvered in between your real hair. While these hair extensions are easy and quick to install and they don’t require heating tools, they only last 4-6 weeks and certain hairdos are not advised, as they’ll pull the taped extensions out. It’s also not advisable that you swim with these extensions in, as it damages the adhesive strips. 

Micro ring extensions

Micro ring hair extensions are a more intricate style of hair extensions. They are looped through your natural hair, then clamped by a metal bead. These extensions take roughly 5 hours to install, and last 2-3 months. They also don’t require heating tools, which is great for your scalp and natural hair. They can also be removed relatively easy and reused. However, if not done correctly, they can damage your scalp and natural hair. There are also hairdo restrictions with these, such as high ponytails or buns. 

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Clip-in extensions

Clip-in hair extensions are the easiest to install because they literally, wait for it… clip in! They come in wefts of hair that clip to the base of your hair on top of your head. Clip them to the roots and you’re good to go! You can install and remove them at will, and they last a long time! However, they’re fairly cheap, which means they won’t last as long, and you should also remove them before going to sleep. 

Fused extensions

You can get fused hair extensions by using a hot or cold method. Hot fused extensions definitely requires a professional, and it takes a keratin U-tip bond lined with silicone to be attached. It bonds to your roots with a heating tool. These take the longest of all the methods, but are the most natural looking. Also the most expensive. The cold fusion method is similar to hot, except it’s pre-tipped with a keratin-based polymer that needs to be attached to your roots. This requires a special tool, but zero heat, saving your scalp and natural hair from damaging temperatures. 

With so many different ways to apply extensions, you should be happy with the options! You can use budget and time friendly extensions, or splurge on natural hair extensions for those special occasions! 

If you have thinning or shedding hair, or even bald spots on your head from conditions such as Alopecia, contact Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Fort Worth for a free consultation on things like wigs, hair extensions, or even total hair replacement! Get your life back. Get your hair back. Call Apollo today!

Congratulations! You’ve held on to a strict diet for weeks, maybe months, and you’re finally seeing results. The scale is dropping. Your body is slimming. You’re feeling healthier with more energy. Every morning when you step on the scale, you feel better and better. But one morning you look in the mirror while you’re brushing your hair, and you notice an excessive amount of hair in your brush. You run your hand through your hair, and pull out a clump of locks. What on earth is happening? Why is your hair falling out? Have no fear… the answers are here! 

Often times, diets with the quickest results are the most popular diets. For example, the Keto diet, juice cleanses, and low carb diets like Atkins. For the most part, we live in a results-right-now world, and people don’t want to, or can’t, stick to a plan that requires dedication and time. These quick result diets are not always the healthiest options, especially because each of our bodies react to them differently. 

Protein, iron, and other dietary supplement deficiencies can cause health problems, extreme weight loss, and, yes, even hair loss. Sometimes the lack of these nutrients and others will cause your hair to essentially starve and fall out. 

The good news is that there are multiple ways to lose weight without your diet affecting your hair! 

Much like the Keto diet, the intake of proteins like red meat, chicken, pork, and fish is a great way to keep your hair, lose weight while helping your hair stay strong and, more importantly, intact. 

Eggs are also high in protein, and so are healthy greens like spinach. In fact, most of the time, if it’s green, it’s good for you in terms of vegetables. Think spinach, avocado, lettuce, kale, etc. These help keep your body healthy while retaining your head of hair! 

The daily recommended calorie intake is typically 2,000. The key to a successful diet is not to reduce the amount of calories you intake, but to burn more than you take in. Continue eating 2,000+ healthy calories per day, but work out hard to burn that down to, let’s say 1,200 net calories. Try to never “not eat” just to reduce your calorie intake. That’s dangerous for your health and your hair!

When you fluctuate in Body Mass Index (BMI), your body becomes stressed. This process signals your hair follicles to go into a resting phase and fall out. Don’t shock your body and you’ll keep your hair! 

Diets can be difficult, but very beneficial. Learn discipline and routine, and you’ll keep your health and your hair! 

Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Fort Worth offers free consultations on hair loss. If you need advice or services to prevent hair loss or even regrow your hair, call Apollo today! Get your hair back. Get your life back!

The thyroid is part of the endocrine system, and it’s located in the lower neck below the Adam's apple. Your thyroid is actually pretty small (roughly 1oz in weight), but is crucial to bodily function and your health. It produces hormones that are distributed directly into the bloodstream, and those hormones regulate things like your energy, cell reproduction, and even -- you guessed it -- hair growth. The thyroid does much more, but let’s focus on hair loss and what may be causing it, in terms of your thyroid. 

There are essentially two conditions related to hair loss and your thyroid: hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. 

Hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid that can cause extreme weight gain and fatigue. This is a slow developing condition that you may not realize you have until months later due to the symptoms showing up later in its life span. Hyperthyroidism is an overactive thyroid that can cause extreme weight loss and severe anxiety. Both of these conditions can also cause hair loss.  

Hair loss due to hyperthyroidism and hyperthyroidism is usually the result of severe and prolonged cases. It affects the entire scalp, not just patches. The good news is that the chances of your hair growing back are very good after treatment. Because the hair life cycle is a long, hair loss due to thyroid disease becomes apparent several months after the onset of thyroid disease. Often times after treatment, hair loss can become more severe and apparently, but if you keep consistent with treatment, you should see results in 6-9 months. 

Thyroid conditions can cause hair loss if they are severe and go untreated. Understanding how these conditions cause hair loss involves understanding how hair grows.

Your doctor may prescribe certain drugs used to treat thyroid conditions, but those drugs may also contribute to hair thinning. It can be hard to tell if the drug or your thyroid condition is causing your hair to thin due to hair’s long life cycle, but continuing to see your doctor about the issue should help you with your strategy for regrowth. 

Mild forms of thyroid conditions don’t generally lead to thinning hair. As a result, working with your doctor to keep your condition under control with medication may keep your hair thicker or regenerate growth. Results will likely not be immediate because hair takes some time to develop and then grow.

While hyper/hypothyroidism is a serious condition and you should always consult your doctor, Apollo Hair Replacement of Dallas/Fort Worth offers free consultations. We can advise and consult on your condition, and how to properly regrow your hair after your issue has been diagnosed. We specialize in full and total hair regrowth, replacement, and even wigs! 

While thyroid conditions are serious and need to be medically attended to, there’s no reason for you to lose your hair permanently. Apollo can help you get your life and hair back! Contact us today for your free consultation!